Joyfully Homeschooling
150 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 74 ratingsCreated with the homeschool mom in mind, the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast is here to encourage and inspire you on your homeschool journey. Through real stories, real struggles, and real life, Misty Bailey and her guests share how to embrace imperfection and strive for a more joyful homeschool.
Misty is a homeschool mom to three kids and has been homeschooling for over 9 years. Learn more about her mission to encourage and equip the homeschool mom on her blog Joy in the Journey (findingjoyinthejourney.net) catch show notes and more at JoyfullyHomeschooling.com
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JH47: Am I Doing Enough in our Homeschool?
March 08, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this episode, we are going to talk about how to enjoy homeschooling instead of worrying about whether or not we are doing enough in our homeschool. Too often times we worry about being too relaxed in our homeschool. We worry about “keeping up” or letting the kids “fall behind” and in doing so we don’t actually stop and enjoy our kids. We also chat about how to recognize if you ARE doing enough in your homeschool. If you liked this episode be sure to leave a rating or review. These s...
JH47: Am I Doing Enough in our Homeschool?
March 08, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this episode, we are going to talk about how to enjoy homeschooling instead of worrying about whether or not we are doing enough in our homeschool. Too often times we worry about being too relaxed in our homeschool. We worry about “keeping up” or letting the kids “fall behind” and in doing so we don’t actually stop and enjoy our kids. We also chat about how to recognize if you ARE doing enough in your homeschool. If you liked this episode be sure to leave a rating or review. These s...
JH46: Crazy Homeschool Adventures with Penny Rogers
March 01, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBToday’s episode of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast is with Penny Rogers. Penny is the blogger behind Our Crazy Adventures in Autismland. On her blog, Penny shares how she is homeschooling her teenage son with autism and the rest of her goofy (her words) family. Penny is gluten free, Jesus loving momma who utilizes the Charlotte Mason approach mixed with lots of field trips. Her goal is to share her adventures with you, to make you feel better about your family, and hopefully share a tip...
JH45: Letting Go of Control with Lara Molettiere
February 22, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 22.2 MBAre you a type A momma? Me too! But, one thing I have had to learn is how to let go of control and embrace the imperfections that come along with joyfully homeschooling. If this is you then you will enjoy today’s Joyfully Homeschooling episode with my good friend Lara from Everyday Graces. Lara is the homeschool mentor, writer, and main coffee drinker behind Everyday Graces Homeschool, a resource for encouragement and ideas to create grace-filled and thriving homeschools. When she’s not h...
JH44: My Biggest Homeschool Regret
February 15, 2019 05:00 - 17 minutes - 18.6 MBHomeschool regrets, we all have them right? Things we wished we would have done differently. Things we wish we hadn’t done at all. Regret. It’s one thing that I believe heavily weighs us down as homeschool moms. And that is why I believe it is SO important to share our regrets. By sharing them we are acknowledging things we’d change. We are recognizing our imperfections. We are sharing our lessons with other moms. And in doing this we can learn from one another. So, what is my bigges...
JH43: Homeschool Goals and Objectives with Charlene Notgrass
February 08, 2019 05:00 - 46 minutes - 37.8 MBHello everyone and welcome to episode 43 of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast. Today's episode is with Charlene Notgrass, a devoted follower of Jesus and the happy wife of Ray Notgrass. She is a veteran homeschooling mother and director of curriculum development at Notgrass History. This interview is so full of valuable wisdom. I don't even know where to start. I love how she shares here that one of her biggest fears was ruining her kids, followed by the realization that she is giving he...
JH42: Trust Your Instincts with Cindy West
February 01, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this weeks episode, I am chatting with Cindy West of Our Journey Westward. Cindy West has a passion for helping parents find joy and peace in homeschooling. For almost 12 years, she's shared creative strategies to make that happen on her blog, Our Journey Westward. We chat about confidence in homeschooling, gifted kids, special needs, and so much more. Cindy is so full of wisdom and after 18 years of homeschooling, we can all learn a lot from her. So, without further ado, here is my...
JH41: All About Homeschool Burnout
January 25, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 20.8 MBToday’s episode is all about homeschool burnout. Yep, that’s right. Tis the season for us to start feeling like poo, the days drag on and we start questioning why we are even doing this whole homeschool gig. The episode comes as a response from one of my podcast listeners. Molly writes, How do you get over burnout? In school and motherhoood? And ladies, I have been in a season of burn out. A couple of times. It is not a pretty place to be. Today we are going to chat about how to recogn...
JH40: How to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy in your Homeschool with Yvette Hampton
January 18, 2019 05:00 - 35 minutes - 31.7 MBIn today’s episode, we chat about Yvette’s upcoming production: Schoolhouse Rocked, but she also lets us in on some of her homeschool struggles and fears. Yvette struggled early on with feeling inadequate to homeschool, but through the years she has decided to embrace the idea of slowing it down and taking it easy. I can’t wait to share this episode with you all, so let’s dive on into my chat with Yvette! To see the schoolhouse trailer and find out more visit schoolhouserocked.com. If you’...
JHBonus: Where Misty Answers Your Homeschool Questions
January 15, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 33.9 MBThis is a bonus episode of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast. A few weeks ago I sent out a survey asking what your biggest homeschool fears, struggles, and questions are. The response was overwhelming and I am realizing there are many of you who are still letting fear zap your joy. Guys, God gave your children to YOU. You are equipped to provide them with everything they need to be successful adults and to succeed at homeschooling. Believe me! I chose a few homeschool questions for this e...
JH39: Homeschooling is About Relationships with Vicki Tillman
January 11, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBHello everyone and welcome to episode 39 of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast. I am so excited to share with you today my interview with Vicki Tillman. Vicki Tillman is a visionary force in her local community; her mission is to advance God’s kingdom by investing in people. A homeschooling mom for 20-plus years, Vicki has graduated all five of her children! She is one of the 7 sisters from 7sistershomeschool and also helps host the Homeschooling High School podcast. Today Vicki and I are ...
JH38: It’s Time to Kick Homeschool Comparison to the Curb
January 04, 2019 05:00 - 13 minutes - 13.9 MBHello everyone and welcome to a brand new year and a brand new season of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast!! Season 3 kicks off today and I am so excited to start it off talking about how to overcome the homeschool comparison trap. I think starting the year and season off with this one is perfect because it makes a fantastic New Years Resolution! In this episode, I share a day that changed my homeschool. A day when I realized that the comparison trap was alive and well in the Bailey home....
JHBonus: Poetry and Tea Time with Dachelle McVey
December 28, 2018 05:00 - 27 minutes - 24.5 MBI'm taking a holiday break and sharing a few episodes from season 1 for all of you new to the podcast. I will be back with new episodes of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast when Season 3 launches January 4th 2019! Today’s episode is our first fess up Friday interview! I am chatting with my friend Dachelle about homeschooling, tea time, poetry, and confessing some homeschool secrets. Like the fact that I sometimes lack fun in our homeschool. I’m kind of a Type A gal, and like things in o...
JH36: Forget Homeschooling Through the Holidays
December 14, 2018 05:00 - 19 minutes - 17.3 MBChristmas break is here for most of us! I have been counting down the days until break because we are in need of some downtime! But, I recently got a question from a reader and wanted to hop on real quick and answer it. Holly asks, “Do you ever feel so behind that you can’t take a Christmas break? Life has gotten in the way this year and we are nowhere near where I wanted to be.” Confession? I have been there and now I ask myself why would anyone homeschool through the holidays? I trie...
JHBonus: The Gift of Special Needs Homeschooling with Shawna Wingert
November 30, 2018 05:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBI'm taking a holiday break and sharing a few episodes from season 1 for all of you new to the podcast. I will be back with new episodes of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast when Season 3 launches January 4th 2019! As many of you know, I am homeschooling my boy with special needs. This task can be difficult, defeating, and at times overwhelming. But, special needs homeschooling doesn’t have to be a drudgery. It can be a gift. I am tackling the topic of special needs homeschooling today wi...
JH35: Morning Time Brings Homeschool Joy with Pam Barnhill
November 20, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBToday I am chatting with Pam Barnhill from Pam Barnhill.com. Pam is an award-winning educator and homeschool mom of three (mostly) awesome kids. An English major and former journalist, she has a knack for breaking down big tasks into small, manageable steps and getting to the heart of the stories moms want to hear. Pam and I chat homeschool struggles, joys, and more in this episode and I can’t wait to share it with you! I am still floored by Pam’s thoughts on her morning basket schedule ...
JH34: 25 Reasons to be Thankful for Homeschooling
November 16, 2018 05:00 - 19 minutes - 19.7 MBWelcome to episode 34 of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast. In today’s episode, in preparation for the holidays, we are going to chat about the reasons we should all be thankful for homeschooling. As you all know Homeschooling, is something love it! BUT, when we first started homeschooling, I honestly didn’t know how long we would do it. I knew it was best for our family at that moment, but in the back of my head, I knew we had other options and may not homeschool long term. However, as I...
JH33: I Don't Have the Patience to Homeschool with Crystal Wagner
November 09, 2018 05:00 - 22 minutes - 19.5 MBHave you ever struggled with having the patience to homeschool? In this episode, Misty and her guest Crystal Wagner are chatting homeschooling, the tone of our homes and whether or not you need patience to homeschool. PS: One important question asked in this episode is, "Am I being the thermometer or thermostat? " I will never look at the tone in my home the same way! If you liked this episode be sure to leave a rating or review. These serve as a notice to iTunes that I'm not spea...
JH32: How Do You Handle Subjects You Don't Like Teaching
November 02, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17 MBToday's episode of the Joyfully Homeschooling Podcast is an answer to a question from a reader. Melissa asks, How do you handle subjects you don’t like teaching or aren’t capable of teaching Melissa, this is a great question and here are a few ways I tackle this issue. Recognize we all have strengths and weaknesses and if you struggle in something it is okay to recognize that. There are going to be areas where you struggle, this does not mean you are a failure. There are also areas whe...
JH31: There is No Such Thing as a Perfect Homeschool with Shelly Sangrey
October 26, 2018 04:00 - 23 minutes - 20.6 MBhere is no such thing as a perfect homeschool. You can homeschool because YOU know what is best for your kids. Misty and Shelly also share their struggles with patience and overcoming it. What does this mean? You can homeschool, even if you're not a patient person. If you liked this episode be sure to leave a rating or review. These serve as a notice to iTunes that I'm not speaking to myself. It will also give you a chance to have your review read online and win a gift from me :) Not sur...
JH30: Why I Would Be a HORRIBLE Public School Parent
October 19, 2018 10:00 - 22 minutes - 19.9 MBPublic school, it is the go-to choice for so many parents. They send their kids to public school for socialization, an education, and because it is the societal norm. Since I've been homeschooling, I've had a few run-ins with the public school and got a peek into what life would be like if I was a public school parent. And, the reality is I would be a HORRIBLE public school parent. There are a few reasons why and let them be a reminder to you of the benefits of homeschooling. If you ...
JH29: Embracing the Gift of Flexibility with Latonya Moore
October 12, 2018 10:00 - 33 minutes - 29.2 MBGuys! I am so excited to share with you this interview with my real life friend Latonya Moore from Joy in the Ordinary. Latonya has been homeschooling since 2009, and her girls are in 6th and 8th just like mine. We chat planning and grading, flexibility, and homeschooling in Tennesse. She talks about how her goal is to be MOM more than teacher which I know is a struggle many of us have. I know you are going to enjoy this episode and hope it helps YOU have a more joyful homeschool. Reso...
JH28: Homeschooling with ADHD
October 05, 2018 10:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBI remember years ago helping a good friend of mine homeschool her ADHD child. This child and I butted heads a lot. He was a great kid, but OH he was SO hyper. Couldn't sit still, and required constant redirection. Not the picture perfect homeschool child that my girls were. I remember telling her she was a saint for homeschooling a boy with ADHD and I could just NOT do it. Now, keep in mind I was homeschooling with ADHD, one of my daughters has ADHD, but ADHD with girls? Is SO different...
JH27: Yes, You CAN Homeschool High School with Ann Karako
September 28, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 37.4 MBYears ago I met this fun and encouraging woman online. Her name was Ann Karako. At the time none of my kids were even in middle school. Hers were all in high school and I began referring my readers to her for info on high school. Now, I am facing high school head on and Ann has been my number one source of information and I am SO excited to share her wisdom with YOU! You can homeschool high school, and Ann is sharing with us exactly how we can do it! If you liked this episode be sure to le...
JH26: How do I do it ALL?
September 21, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBOne common theme that I have noticed over the years that rubs me the wrong way is this assumption that homeschool moms can do it all. It's like we think that we can work at home, take care of the kids, run the errands, keep the house clean AND homeschool our kids. Does anyone else feel this way? Then, when we don't, we feel like a big fat failure. I hate feeling like a failure. I often get asked how I do it all. And, when I do, I laugh because moms let me tell you I DON'T do it all. Balanc...
JH25: Curriculum, Creativity, and Hands on Learning with Karyn Tripp
September 14, 2018 10:00 - 20 minutes - 16.9 MBOne of my very first guest blog posts was on Karyn Tripp's blog, Teach Beside Me. She was always one of those “big” bloggers that I never thought would talk to me. Then… I got to know her and I have to say she is one of the sweetest persons I’ve ever met. Karyn has a heart for homeschooling, a heart for moms, and a desire to encourage us all to have more fun and hands-on experiences in our homeschool. I am so excited to share her wisdom and insight with you all today. For me, the bigges...
JH24: My Biggest Homeschool Fear and How I Overcame it
September 07, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 12.7 MB“Lord, I can’t do it. I know I can’t. You’re wrong” I remember saying those words after God laid homeschooling in my heart. I had been feeling the calling for a while but wasn’t ready to answer it. I was afraid. Of failure. I am sharing where that homeschool fear came from, how I overcome it, and how I believe you can overcome it too in this episode. Resources: Podcast Sponsor Beautiful Feet Books Blog Post Conquering Homeschool Fear Presentation Episode 20, where I share my...
JH23: Homeschooling Allows Eye Opening Moments with Heather Gerwing
August 31, 2018 10:00 - 21 minutes - 18.3 MBToday I am talking with Heather from Heather Gerwing. We chat about the ups and downs in our homeschool days, and one of the big takeaways I got from Heather is the reminder that there is no right or wrong way to homeschool. Our journey is always changing, and oh what a journey it is. This episode will encourage you to enjoy your kids and to find those eye-opening moments in your own homeschool. Resources: Joyfully Homeschooling Sponsor Beautiful Feet Books Heather Gerwing's Blog ...
JH22: 10 Things I Don't do in my Homeschool
August 24, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 20 MBThis podcast season I seem to be sharing an awful lot of confessions. In this episode, I am sharing with you all 10 things I don't do in my homeschool. Some of these are slightly embarrassing to admit, but, I am hoping by sharing all that we DON'T do it will encourage you to remember that you are doing exactly enough in your own homeschools. Stop the comparison trap and recognize that we all have different homeschools, we all have different desires and goals for our family. What I do in m...
JH21: Will Homeschooling Mess up My Kids with Holly Giles
August 17, 2018 10:00 - 25 minutes - 22.8 MBWill homeschooling mess up my kids? I have heard this question before, and that is why I am so excited to have Holly Giles on the podcast sharing with me that homeschooling is NOT going to mess up my kids. It may just help them become exactly who God wants them to be. Have you ever met someone and just loved the joy that radiates out of them? That is how I felt the first time I met Holly Giles. Holly blogs at the Giles Frontier and is also a podcaster at Roadschool Moms. In this episo...
JH20: How I'm Overcoming My Fear of Homeschooling High School
August 10, 2018 10:00 - 23 minutes - 24.2 MBHigh school. Ugh. I shared with you all on episode 16 that high school is a huge fear of mine. BUT, it is something I'm overcoming. Slowly but surely. How am I doing that? I'm sharing with you in this podcast episode some resources that have helped me overcome the fear, and how I am working on it each and every day. This episode is sponsored by Schoolhouse Teachers. This is a great resource and where we plan on getting all of our high school electives. Right now they are offering an am...
JH19: Enjoying the Homeschool Seasons with Leah Courtney
August 03, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBHomeschool seasons come and go, and in this episode of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast, I am chatting about those seasons with Leah Courtney from As We Walk Along the Road. Leah shares homeschooling high school tips, how to embrace the season of littles, and how she finds homeschool joy in relationships with her kids. This is a don't miss episode if you are entering a new season of homeschooling, or if you just feel overwhelmed in the season you are in. Resources: Leah's Blog HS...
JH18: The Best Gift We Can Give our Children
July 27, 2018 10:00 - 16 minutes - 17 MBI've seen the photos of huge curriculum piles. The homeschool rooms that make me think mine is less adequate. I dream of being able to take my kids anywhere they want to go for a field trip. And all these things make me lose sight of the big picture. They zap my joy, steal my energy, and make me want more. Without realizing what I already have. You see, it's not about the material possessions. It's not about what we have to use in our homeschools. The best gift we can give our kids? The ...
JH17: Homeschooling is Fun with Amy Milcic
July 20, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 16.8 MBIs homeschooling fun? Yes! And Amy Milcic from Rock Your Homeschool is the QUEEN of homeschooling fun. In this episode I am chatting homeschool fun, morning time, raising and homeschooling boys and so much more. After this episode, you will be ready to ROCK your homeschool with some fun ;) Resources: Rock Your Homeschool FB Group Rock Your Homeschool Blog Homeschool Snapshots Getting it Done Course (This episodes sponsor)
JH16: 5 Things I'm Afraid to Tell You
July 17, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 18.5 MBWoohoo! The second season of the Joyfully Homeschooling podcast is here. In today's episode, I am sharing with you five things that I'm afraid to tell you. Yes, it's homeschool confession time! Homeschooling isn't easy, and sometimes it's important to put it all out there. Yep, you're not alone, and hopefully neither am I... These are confessions related to homeschooling, my family, and life in general. Hopefully, after this episode you still love me :) Resources: It's Not that Hard to...
JH E15: Why You Need a Summer Break
June 15, 2018 10:00 - 16 minutes - 17.4 MBWe are officially done with school for the year! I look forward to Summer vacation each year, but it wasn't always like that. There was a day when I started a new school year, still burnt out from the year before. Then, I realized what the problem was. I was doing what a homeschool mom should NOT do on summer vacation. I am sharing what that is, and how you can enjoy your summer, and give your kids the gift of a more joyful mom! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Corresponding Blog...
JH E14: Yes, Homeschooling Works with Colleen Kessler
June 08, 2018 10:00 - 36 minutes - 31.3 MBYes, homeschooling works. That is one thing that Colleen Kessler has taught me through the years. If you have ever doubted your ability as a homeschool mom or wondered if you were screwing up your kids, Colleen is here to encourage you. In this episode, she shares how she trusts herself as a homeschool mom, finds joy in observing her kids, and reminds herself daily that balance is a myth! Resources Mentioned in This Episode Preying Mantis Kit Colleen's Backyard Science Book Colleen's...
JH E13 Homeschooling Pet Peeves
June 01, 2018 10:00 - 20 minutes - 21.1 MBWhile I may love homeschooling, there are also numerous things I dislike about homeschooling! I am sharing a few of those homeschool pet peeves today. While homeschooling has been a HUGE blessing to my family, it's not all peaches and cream. Here are some things to consider before you begin homeschooling. 5 Things I Dislike about Homeschooling 5 Homeschool Pet Peeves Rudest Response to Homeschooling E: 9 When Your Family is Against Homeschooling Homeschool Consulting Why We...
JHE12: Raising our Children to Love the Lord with Lynna Sutherland
May 25, 2018 10:00 - 45 minutes - 39 MBIn today's society, Christian parenting is not for the faint of heart. In a world that tells our kids everything a Christian is not, we need to be able to point them back to the Lord. My friend Lynna is telling us how to do that with grace, and maybe some mistakes along the way. She is sharing her fears, struggles, and finding joy in the midst of it all. Let's learn how to raise our children to love the Lord with Lynna Sutherland. Lynna's blog Homeschooling without Training Wheels Learni...
JHE11: Why It's Not My Child's Job to be the Salt and the Light
May 18, 2018 10:00 - 25 minutes - 26.2 MBOne of the biggest things I hear when I talk about homeschooling with other Christian parents is that their kids go to school to be the salt and the light. I have heard that our local public school would be a better place if I let my kids go there because they could be a light in a dark place. Both make me want to vomit. Because it's not my child's job to be the salt and the light. The other day we were doing our daily bible study and we came across the verse where Jesus was choosing Hi...
JHE10: The Gift of Special Needs Homeschooling with Shawna Wingert
May 11, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 48 MBAs many of you know, I am homeschooling my boy with special needs. This task can be difficult, defeating, and at times overwhelming. But, special needs homeschooling doesn't have to be a drudgery. It can be a gift. I am tackling the topic of special needs homeschooling today with my friend Shawna Wingert. Guys, she is a blessing, and encouragement to all special needs parents. But, even if you are not homeschooling with special needs you will get a lot from this episode because all of our ch...
JH E9: When Your Family is Against Homeschooling
May 04, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 18.8 MBOne question I get a lot from moms is how to deal with homeschool criticism. This is particularly hard when their family is against homeschooling. I have some experience with this and am sharing my heart today about how to deal when your family is against homeschooling. And, how sometimes, even though we want things to change, the family never comes on board with homeschooling. This was a difficult episode to record, but one that needs to be discussed. I hope it leaves you encouraged and rea...
JHE8 : How to Find the God Moments in Your Homeschool
April 27, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBOne of my favorite blogging friends is Emily from Table Life Blog. She has such an encouraging heart, and spirit. That is why I am so excited to share with you this interview. Emily and I catch up, and chat about how you can take those rough homeschool days, and find God moments in them. Because, believe me, every day, even the bad ones, have God in them. Finding those moments, recognizing them, and embracing them, can help you have more joy in your homeschool! Resources mentioned in this...
JHE7: Our Homeschool Curriculum
April 20, 2018 10:00 - 37 minutes - 37.6 MBOne of biggest struggles homeschool parents have is over curriculum. Think about it, every spring you see catalogs upon catalogs of curriculum come through your mailbox. There are homeschool conventions and curriculum fairs every weekend across the United States. Through the years, I have used a variety of different curriculum. Today, I am sharing the different curriculum we have used over the years, what we thought of each of them, and what we plan to continue using in our homeschool. Re...
JHE6: Homeschool Convention Tips and Tricks
April 13, 2018 11:44 - 20 minutes - 20.9 MBI love homeschool conventions. I really do. Last year I attended my first as a vendor and it was a whole new experience. There is something about being around a large group of like-minded individuals. These people are our PEEPS! As we all prepare for homeschool convention season I wanted to share some of my best homeschool convention tips and tricks! Resources mentioned in this episode: Southeast Homeschool Expo Great Homeschool Convention Homeschool Consultation Services Lara ...
JH E4: Top Books for the Homeschool Mom
April 13, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 25 MBWhen I first began considering homeschooling I may have gone a little crazy in the homeschool books department. I seriously bought dozens of books and devoured them. I checked out even more from the library and may have dog-eared a few pages. Out of all those books, there were some really great ones that are still on my shelf and/or kindle. Those are the must-have books for homeschool moms. Those are the ones that I allow moms to borrow, and the ones I recommend to moms regardless of wher...
JHE5: Poetry and Tea Time with Dachelle McVey
April 13, 2018 10:00 - 25 minutes - 22.7 MBToday's episode is our first fess up Friday interview! I am chatting with my friend Dachelle about homeschooling, tea time, poetry, and confessing some homeschool secrets. Like the fact that I sometimes lack fun in our homeschool. I’m kind of a Type A gal, and like things in order. So, when things get busy, I become a rigid taskmaster. This quickly zaps the joy right out of our homeschool. Another confession? I’ve never considered poetry or tea fun. BUT, as I was chatting with Dachelle sh...
JH E3: Yes, Homeschooling is Hard
March 30, 2018 14:35 - 25 minutes - 25.7 MBIs homeschooling hard? Of course it is! But, the benefits are worth every hard day that comes along with homeschooling. The truth is there are so many things we will face in life that is hard. But, we don't give up on them. We don't throw them out the window. So, why should homeschooling be any different? In today's episode, I'm sharing some of the benefits homeschooling will provide you and your kids, as well as tips to help you get through those hard moments in homeschooling. If you hav...
JH E2: All About Homeschool Mom Friendships
March 30, 2018 14:12 - 22 minutes - 22.9 MBIn today's episode, we are chatting about why homeschool moms need homeschool friends. When you decide to homeschool, your friendships will change. This is a natural occurrence, and you need to be prepared for it. You also need to make friends with other homeschool moms. We are talking about why that is important, and how you can prepare yourself for the changes that will happen to your friendships. Particularly those with your public school friends. Resources mentioned in this episode: ...
JH E1: Our Homeschool Story
March 11, 2018 17:57 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBOn today's episode, we are talking about our homeschool story. Our journey into homeschooling started with me kicking and screaming, then begging my husband, a public preschool bullying incident, and a stipulation in order for us to continue homeschooling. Yea, it wasn't the easiest journey! Why we chose to homeschool is different than why we still homeschool. I share a bit of why we continue homeschooling, and why I believe it is SO important to remember your why. If you have ever cons...