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Simple Farmhouse Life

243 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratings

With over ten years experience making a home, author and mom of eight, Lisa Bass, shares her love for from scratch cooking, natural living and all things handmade. As a full-time blogger and homeschooler, Lisa also mixes in a little mom life and business tips.

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230. An honest conversation about burnout, taking a break from creative work, and finding your place in online business | Kali Ramey Martin

March 26, 2024 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

I am excited to bring Kali back on the podcast to chat about what she has been up to lately!  For anyone who is entrepreneurial or creative, you will relate to a lot of what we discuss in this episode.  We tackle the topic of burnout: how it can happen, what you can do to overcome it, how to know when to step back.  But just because you need a break from something, it doesn’t mean you have to quit forever.  Kali shares about returning to creative work in a way that supports the life you want...

229. Navigating Information Overload, Using Discernment, and Making Sustainable Changes | Fallon Lee

March 19, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

Do you feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available to us today?  Having answers and research available at our fingertips can be incredibly helpful, but it also brings the challenge of stress and overwhelm around deciding which voices to listen to and which changes to implement.  Fallon Lee is joining me on the podcast again to tackle this complex topic, and I’m confident this conversation will be a blessing to you!  We each share portions of our own journeys and our decisio...

228. Q&A with my sisters, Laura & Andrea: our family of entrepreneurs, self-care as busy moms, navigating overwhelm in homemaking, and more!

March 12, 2024 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

I asked who you all wanted to hear from on the podcast, and you answered with a resounding vote for my sisters!  I am excited to sit down with Laura and Andrea and dive into the questions my community sent in.  We chat about the similarities and differences between how we each approach things like homemaking, self-care, business, birth, and more.  We answer common questions including why we have large families, how we make it through tough stages of pregnancy, and how we were raised.  We hop...

227. Raising Boys to Men | Durenda Wilson

March 05, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

As a mom of six sons, I have seen firsthand just how uniquely and wonderfully boys are wired.  Moms of boys often struggle to understand their sons because they don’t think like we do.  I am joined in this episode by Durenda, mother of five sons (eight children total), to discuss her new book all about raising strong and virtuous boys in today’s culture.  We dive into some of the differences between raising and homeschooling sons vs. daughters.  We reflect on the unique nature of boys and di...

226. Can Anyone Be a Homesteader? Making Room for Homesteading in Your Busy Life | Beth Declercq of Intentional Homesteading

February 27, 2024 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

You want to start homesteading, but you can’t imagine how you will fit it into your full life.  Do homesteaders do farm chores from sunup to sundown?  Do you have to stay home full-time to start homesteading?  The feelings of overwhelm can be paralyzing in the beginning, but Beth helps homesteaders from all walks of life create realistic goals for their homesteads so that they can start putting one foot in front of the other.  In this conversation, we dive into the what, the why, and the how...

225. My daily routine, quality time in a large family, how I organize my business, and more Q&A!

February 20, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

I am excited to be answering more of your questions this year on the podcast!  To start off this Q&A series, I’m tackling a random set of questions on everything from my daily routine to our future plans for the homestead to baby proofing my house to my thoughts on self-care.  Join me as I dive into your most pressing questions about our homemaking, homesteading, homeschooling, entrepreneurial life. In this episode, we cover: Our approach to celebrating kids’ birthdays in a large family D...

224. Are You Overwhelmed and Angry in Motherhood? | Natalie Hixson, Angry Mama Coach

February 13, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

Every mother knows that there are moments in motherhood that bring out the worst in us.  We can feel overwhelmed and triggered, and these feelings may result in angry outbursts toward those we love most.  If any of this resonates with you, this episode with Natalie (the Angry Mama Coach) is a must-listen.  Natalie shares her history with anger in motherhood and coaches us on recognizing triggers, dealing with anger in a healthy way, shifting your mindset, and more.  May this conversation be ...

223. Decoding Food Labels and Making Informed Decisions | Tara Vander Dussen, the New Mexico Milkmaid

February 06, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

There are so many buzzwords and labels and opinions floating around when it comes to sourcing healthy food.  If you want to have confidence in the food you are feeding your family, it is important to understand what terms like “grass-fed” and “free range” and “all natural” really mean.  Join me for this fascinating conversation with Tara as she shares what she has learned from her years of experience in the dairy farming industry and how she navigates the complexities of our current food sys...

222. Failure, Success, and Lessons I’ve Learned on My Entrepreneurial Journey

January 30, 2024 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

In this episode, I am sitting down to respond to a listener’s question about my entrepreneurial journey.  If you are familiar with my blog and YouTube channel Farmhouse on Boone, you may not know that it took me years of trying various business ideas before I was successful in my blogging business.  Today, I am taking you through that journey with me.  Whether you are toying with the idea of starting a business or ready to pivot your existing business, may this episode inspire you to try new...

221. Answering Top Chicken Keeping Questions | Dalia of Welcome to Chickenlandia

January 23, 2024 16:04 - 53 minutes - 49 MB

In this episode, we are diving into the logistics of chicken keeping!  We start by exploring the benefits of chicken keeping for kids– what it teaches them and the skills they will gain.  Then we are diving into some of the most common chicken keeping questions: feed, egg production, flock management, and more.  If you are just getting started in chicken keeping or need a refresher, join us for this discussion! In this episode, we cover: Dalia’s unexpected journey to becoming a chicken kee...

220. Inspiration for the Homemaker: Creativity, Contentment, and Growth | Andrea of Pine and Prospect Home

January 16, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

I love sharing about what I am doing in my home as a homemaker – the meals I’m cooking, the decor I’m bringing in, the systems I’m maintaining – but this episode goes even deeper into homemaking.  I am chatting with my friend and fellow blogger Andrea about the heart behind our homemaking pursuits.  As wives and mothers who have been learning and loving homemaking for well over a decade, we want to encourage you to see the beauty and creativity and opportunities that are available to you as ...

219. Prioritize Peace in Your Home: Build Your Decluttering Skills in the New Year | Robyn of Minimalist Home

January 09, 2024 10:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

We have talked quite a bit on this podcast about minimalism and living clutter-free.  Even as someone who has been practicing the principles of minimalism for many years, I find that I have to constantly be aware of what is coming into our home so that it does not become overwhelming.  Robyn and I chat in this episode about developing a decluttering habit in the new year.  Rather than viewing decluttering as a giant one-time task we have to tackle, we should aim to make it part of our everyd...

218. Quick & Simple Meals From Scratch Without Meal Planning | Cami of TIDBITS & Company

January 02, 2024 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

Cooking every meal from scratch can seem like a complicated and time-consuming endeavor if it is not part of your normal routine.  In this episode, Cami and I aim to change your mindset around cooking from scratch and show you how truly simple and fast it can be.  We start out by giving you ideas of meals you can throw together in a pinch without sacrificing quality.  Then we dive into meals that take a little planning ahead, but don’t require you to spend all day in the kitchen.  If you hav...

217. Cultivate a Frugal Mindset and Take Control of Your Spending | Jen & Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast

December 26, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

We all want to be free from financial stress, but what practical steps can we take to get there?  Does the secret to financial freedom lie in sticking to a budget?  Paying off debt?  Making more money?  In this episode, Jen and Jill share their unique and powerful insights about frugality and financial freedom.  We explore the idea of spending better rather than just spending less.  Jen and Jill share the importance of examining your mindset and habits around money before making changes.  If...

216. Grow a Year’s Worth of Food on a Small Homestead | Michelle Knox of More Than Farmers

December 19, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

You can accomplish a lot more on a small homestead than you think!  I have had many guests on the podcast testify to this fact with the incredible ways they use their homesteads to produce surprising amounts of food.  In this episode, Michelle is sharing how she and her family produce approximately 75% of their food from their five and a half acre homestead.  She walks us through how to choose what crops you will produce and how to preserve them all while avoiding feelings of overwhelm and b...

215. Suburban Homesteading + Backyard Beekeeping | Katie Brandt of Sweetgum Spot

December 12, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

I hear from many of you who are dreaming of life on a homestead, but you are currently living in the suburbs.  While it can be discouraging to search and wait for that dream property, there is so much you can do in the backyard of your neighborhood lot.  Join me in listening to Katie’s story about making the most of where you are.  Katie now helps other homestead dreamers begin their homesteading endeavors no matter how small their property. In this episode, we cover: How Katie began homes...

214. Christmas in the Kitchen: Sourdough Inspiration for the Holidays! | Ash of Turner Farm

December 05, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MB

One of my favorite topics to dive into is sourdough, and Ash is the perfect person to join me for today’s conversation!  Ash creates the most beautiful sourdough baked goods, and she teaches others to do the same.  We are chatting about the recipes we love baking around the holidays, our best tips for gifting baked goods, the ins and outs of working with different types of dough, recovering sourdough fails, and more.  Join us for this conversation as you get ready to jump into holiday baking...

213. Peaceful Motherhood, Large Family Dynamics, Working at Home, and More Q&A with Leslie Burris

November 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

As online business owners and mothers of large homeschooling families, Leslie and I discovered that we have so much in common!  You all submitted so many great questions for this episode, and we felt like we could have continued chatting forever.  We dive into some practicals of how we run our online businesses while working together with our husbands.  We talk about both the challenging and beautiful realities of having a large age span of children in the home.  Ultimately, we hope this con...

212. Cozy Christmas Decorating for the Homemaker | Sarah of She Holds Dearly

November 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

If the thought of transforming your home into a cozy, magical Christmas wonderland seems overwhelming, this episode is for you!  Sarah is a professional interior designer, but she is sharing tons of tips and inspiration for average homemakers to create a classic, festive, elegant atmosphere in their homes this season.  Whether you are just getting started building up your Christmas decor stash or you are feeling the need to pare it down, my conversation with Sarah will help you feel inspired...

211. You Can Save Even More on Groceries | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom

November 14, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

With the rising costs of food over the last few years, people are looking for ways to save now more than ever.  Christine helps moms wisely use their household budgets through her YouTube channel and podcast, and she is with us today to share some of her top tips for maximizing your savings when it comes to sourcing groceries.  She tells us what money pitfalls to avoid and her biggest tip for keeping food costs low.  This is an episode that everyone can gain some practical tips from, so join...

210. Creating Cozy in Your Home | Liz Marie Galvan

November 07, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

As the days get shorter and cooler, I think we all begin to crave a greater sense of coziness in our homes.  Liz Marie Galvan, the “Queen of Cozy”, is chatting with me today about the concepts behind her newest book Create Your Own Cozy.  We talk about how cozy looks different for everyone according to their unique preferences and the features of their home.  Liz tackles the million dollar question: how can I achieve a cozy feeling in my home without making it feel cluttered?  If you are lon...

209. How to Get Out of a Homemaking Funk | Megan & Jayna of the Honey I’m Homemaker Podcast

October 31, 2023 09:10 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

I talk often on this podcast about the beauty of homemaking, but there are certainly times when we can fall into a slump as homemakers.  I’m joined by two Mennonite homemakers in this episode, Megan and Jayna, to discuss what we love about homemaking, what is challenging, and how we navigate the difficult seasons of this worthy calling.  If you could use fresh ideas and inspiration to continue creating beauty and comfort in your home, join us for this conversation! In this episode, we cover...

208. Why Freshly Milled Flour is Better | Kristin Nobles of Generation Acres Farm

October 25, 2023 13:38 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

Many of us have heard that freshly milled flour is healthier for us, but we have questions about incorporating it into our kitchens and diets.  Kristin has been baking with freshly milled whole grains for over a decade, and she now shares techniques and recipes with other bakers who want to make the switch to freshly milled flour.  We talk about the history of grain milling and how all-purpose flour came to be so popular.  Kristin shares why freshly milled whole grains are so much more nutri...

207. Find Balance with Technology and Live Undistracted | Katie Westenberg, Author of But Then She Remembered

October 17, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Distractions are nothing new, but the sheer amount of distractions available to us in our modern world is overwhelming.  It is impossible to talk about distraction without acknowledging the impact of technology on our lives, but Katie pulls back the curtain on technology to explore what is really behind our attraction to it.  What is the root cause of distraction and how can we overcome it?  If you desire to live a purposeful life without succumbing to the onslaught of distractions coming yo...

206. Kick Cold & Flu Season with Elderberry | Starla & Brad Walker of Abby’s Elderberry

October 10, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

With the colder months quickly approaching, many parents want to start preparing their families to fight off illness.  Today’s guests are sharing with us all about how elderberry has transformed their family and how you can benefit from it too.  Starla and Brad answer some of the most frequently asked questions about elderberry: how it impacts the body, when to take it, growing it yourself.  If you want to get a head start on boosting your family’s immune system this year, join us for this e...

205. Being a Prepared Mom On the Go and At Home | Karen Morris

October 03, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB

Today’s guest is passionate about equipping moms to be prepared for whatever life throws at them.  In our conversation, we dove into the subjects of two of Karen’s books: preparing your home with long-term food storage and preparing your vehicle with everything you need on the go.  Karen breaks down how anyone can get started building their long-term food storage supply without blowing the budget.  She also goes through some items to keep stocked in your vehicle so you are prepared for any s...

204. Giving Our Families the Gift of a Home-Centered Life | Francesca Battistelli

September 26, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

It was so fun to sit down and chat with Francesca about many of the things we share in common.  We dive into what it looks like to balance the many responsibilities of a working, homeschooling, homesteading mother of many. Francesca shares the story of her music career and how it has changed throughout different seasons of life.  We discuss how cultivating a simple life at home away from the hustle can be such a gift to ourselves and our families.  Join me for this encouraging conversation a...

203. Building a $100k Farm Business in 3 Years | Grace the Shepherdess

September 19, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

I hear from many of you that you want to live this homesteading lifestyle but you are wondering how to afford it.  Can a homestead pay for itself?  Can you actually earn an income from it?  With a background in business and marketing, Grace set out to start a profitable farm business, and she ended up growing her sheep farming business to $100k by the third year.  If you have a desire to draw a profit from your farm or homestead but you are unsure of the business mechanics, this episode is f...

202. Don’t Wait for the Perfect Circumstances to Start Homesteading | Bay Sandoval

September 12, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MB

The year 2020 was a catalyst that led many people to chase after the homesteading lifestyle, and Bay is no exception.  Fueled by a desire to establish food security for her family, Bay jumped into multiple homesteading endeavors from the get-go and learned a lot along the way.  Homesteading can certainly be expensive, but we dive into the reality of living this lifestyle on a tight budget.  We also chat about what it is like to pursue your goals in front of an audience on the internet and ho...

201. Natural Remedies, Groceries for a Large Family, New Homestead | Elizabeth of Purely Parsons

September 05, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

It's so good to have Elizabeth back on the podcast to share more of her story and expertise with us!  She and her family recently relocated from Texas to Tennessee to start a new homestead, so she tells us all about what led them to Tennessee and what their homesteading plans are.  As a nurse and mother of many, Elizabeth is passionate about educating and empowering other mothers to make informed decisions for their families.  We’ll chat about home remedies, supporting the body’s ability to ...

200. Candid Chat with Essentially Erin: Moving Across the Country to Start a Homestead + Why We Love Home Birth

August 29, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB

Erin is a mother of six, new homesteader, retired nurse, and guru on all things natural health and wellness.  You may know her from Instagram which is her main platform for sharing information and resources to empower and educate mothers.  We sat down and answered some of your questions about their journey from California to Tennessee to find freedom, how they got their homestead off the ground, and how Erin is preparing for her fifth home birth.  If any of these motherhood topics interest y...

199. Encouraging an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Our Kids | Michelle Visser of Souly Rested

August 22, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

There are countless skills a person gains on the path of entrepreneurship, and this goes for kids too!  The kind of environment we create for our kids and the guidance we give them play a large role in determining what endeavors they will pursue throughout childhood and beyond.  Whether your children have a natural entrepreneurial bent or not, you will learn about the many gifts entrepreneurship has to give to those who are willing to give it a try.  Join us as Michelle shares about her many...

198. Chatting Content Creation and Cheesemaking with Kate of Venison for Dinner

August 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

I’m thrilled to be chatting with another good friend on today’s podcast episode, Kate of Venison for Dinner.  You all likely know her from her homesteading, cheesemaking, homemaking content, and in this conversation, we are answering some of your most common questions about making dairy products at home.  Plus, we pull back the curtain on both of our content creation businesses and offer encouragement for those balancing motherhood and business (or hoping to!).  Whether or not you are intere...

197. Be a Countercultural Mom: Finding Joy, Peace, and Purpose in All Seasons of Motherhood | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama

August 08, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 63 MB

Mother of ten, blogger, author, and one of my real life friends, Abbie from M is for Mama, is back on the podcast chatting with me about being an intentional mother in an increasingly frantic culture.  As mothers, there are so many negative messages coming at us from all directions highlighting the burdens of motherhood without offering us hope or direction.  Abbie’s countercultural message of embracing motherhood as a gift and calling from God is a breath of fresh air.  Join us as we highli...

196. Slowing Down and Embracing Intentional Motherhood | Sarah of Simplyy Sarah

August 01, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

In the last decade since I was a young mother, the pace of motherhood has changed so much.  Even for mothers who stay home full-time with their children, there are endless opportunities and distractions available to us through our digital devices.  When Sarah realized she was running on the hamster wheel of busyness and distraction, she knew she wanted to make a change.  Through her own pursuit of simple, intentional, slow motherhood, Sarah began sharing her journey with other mothers who we...

195. Preserving the Garden Harvest: Simple Approaches to Long-Term Food Storage | Melissa K. Norris

July 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

For many of us, it is the time of year where our gardens are producing in abundance.  All of our hard work in the garden is starting to pay off, and we don’t want to let any of that hard work go to waste.  Knowing how best to preserve your produce is just as important as knowing how to grow it. Melissa K. Norris is a food preservation guru, and she is joining us to dive into the various methods of preserving.  We discuss which methods are easiest for beginners and address some safety concer...

194. Do Your Kids Need a Digital Detox? A Balanced Approach to Screen Time | Molly DeFrank

July 20, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Every parent wants to do what is best for their children, but technology use can be a tricky issue to navigate!  Early in her motherhood, Molly welcomed technology into her kids’ lives, but quickly realized she needed to make a change.  Immediately, Molly saw drastic improvements in her children.  She now helps parents navigate this complex world of screen use by coaching families through a detox period and a reintroduction process.  Whether you are a parent who knows you need to make a chan...

193. Preparing for Baby #8: Pregnancy, Home Birth, Postpartum Q&A

July 13, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MB

As I am anticipating the birth of our eighth child any day now, I sat down to answer some of your questions about how my pregnancy has been going, my plans for birth, and how we are preparing for baby number eight! In this episode, I’m answering: Will we have more kids after this? What were my previous births like? How am I planning for this home birth? Did we find out the gender this time? Has this pregnancy been different from the rest? Am I taking iron? How do I handle afterbirth ...

192. Spend More Time Outside and Less Time on Screens This Summer! | Joy Cherrick of Nature Study Hacking

July 06, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

Navigating the topic of screen time as a mom in today’s world can definitely be overwhelming.  Joy is a fellow mom of seven, and she has a passion for helping families put down the screens and enjoy the beauty of life outdoors through her nature study resources.  In our conversation, we address the feeling of overwhelm moms experience when outdoor time seems like just one more task to add to their already full plate.  Rather, Joy encourages us that time spent outdoors can become a natural pa...

191. Zero Food Waste, Getting It All Done, Pregnancy and Babies Q&A | Jessica of Three Rivers Homestead

June 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

You all have been asking me to bring Jessica on the podcast, and I know you won’t be disappointed in our conversation!  As a mother of eight and homesteader, Jessica is well-versed in many aspects of motherhood and homemaking.  We sat down to answer your questions about food preservation, minimizing food waste in your home, priorities and perspective in difficult seasons of motherhood, and more.  Join us for this inspiring discussion about some of our favorite topics! In this episode, we co...

190. Do Homemakers Have Too Much Time on Their Hands? | Katie of Now That We’re a Family

June 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

I heard Katie and her husband discussing this idea on their podcast, and I was intrigued by the thought that maybe a problem we face as homemakers is not that we don’t have enough time, but that we have too much of it.  In our conversation, Katie and I look at how modern conveniences save us time but have presented us with new challenges in terms of productivity and efficiency.  We hope this episode leaves you feeling encouraged that you can get things done with kids around, you can learn ne...

189. Finding Balance as a Business Owner and Mom | Gillian Perkins

June 15, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

As much as I love sharing about homemaking and homesteading and family life, I also love talking about online business!  Being a business owner is a huge part of my life, and it is so fun to talk to fellow moms and business owners about how they are managing the many responsibilities of this way of life.  Gillian teaches women about building and managing profitable online businesses that don’t take away from family life, and I am excited to bring you all along on this conversation as we chat...

188. You Can Become a Stay-at-Home Homesteading Mama | Katie of Lost Oak Sheep Farm

June 08, 2023 12:20 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

I hear from countless women who have a dream of starting a homestead and making it their full-time lifestyle.  Katie of Lost Oak Sheep Farm had the same dream, and she put her nose to the grindstone to make it a reality.  In our conversation, we talk through what it looked like for Katie to leave her full-time career as a teacher and begin her life as a stay-at-home homesteading mama raising sheep with a baby strapped to her back.  Whether the homesteading lifestyle seems like a far-off drea...

187. Keep Your Produce Fresh for Weeks! And Other Money-Saving Grocery Hacks | Amy of The Cross Legacy

June 01, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

If you have seen the viral strawberries in a jar hack, then you know who Amy is!  A couple of years ago, Amy shared her best tip for keeping berries fresh in the fridge for three weeks, and she took the world by storm.  She has built her business on teaching families how to effectively store and use the groceries they bring into their homes, thus saving money and cutting down on food waste.  If you find yourself constantly throwing away wilted greens or soft berries, join us for this discuss...

186. Create Your Own Home Grocery Store | Jamerrill Stewart of Large Family Table

May 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Wouldn’t you love to have access to all of your grocery staples within a few steps of your kitchen?  This is what Jamerrill has spent the last several years working towards in her home, and she’s here to talk to us about her systems!  She shares what it looks like to start small when you are building up your long-term food storage.  We also discuss how this type of bulk buying and storage can benefit you on a short-term basis.  Even if you have a small home or a small budget, Jamerrill’s sys...

185. You Can DIY Your Dream Home on a Budget | Dena of Fletcher Creek Cottage

May 18, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

Dena is perhaps best known on the internet for sharing about how she and her family self-built their home from scratch for only $70,000.  Dena has had extensive DIY, renovation, and design experience on a number of homes, and she is sharing her best tips with us today.  She shares lots of practicals, but we also dive into what it looks like to embrace your own definition of “dream home” and create a beautiful home that your budget can sustain.  For anyone with a DIY spirit, this episode is s...

184. Transform Your Homeschool Days with Delight Directed Learning | Julie Kreke

May 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

The pressure is off!  If your homeschool days have become overrun with stress and pressure to do all things perfectly, this episode is for you.  My friend, Julie, has been homeschooling her large family for over a decade, and she loves helping moms free themselves from the pressures of homeschooling by embracing delight directed learning.  Not only does this approach free moms to thrive in homeschooling, it liberates our children too.  I hope our conversation about the beauty of delight dire...

183. The Value of a Homemaker | RuthAnn Zimmerman

May 04, 2023 12:20 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Homemaking is truly an art, which means each of us expresses our own personalities and interests and values in unique ways in our homes.  But one thing all homemakers share in common is the value they bring to their families.  In my conversation with RuthAnn, we dive into some of the whys and hows of homemaking.  If you are seeking encouragement and inspiration in your role as a homemaker, you don’t want to miss this chat with RuthAnn! In this episode, we cover: How you can begin to recogn...

182. Creating Rhythms of Rest and Connection in Your Family and Community | Sally Clarkson

April 27, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

I’m so delighted to bring Sally back on the podcast to share her wisdom and encouragement for mothers in every stage.  We discuss Sally’s latest book, Tea Time Discipleship, all about the beauty of incorporating a tea time ritual into your life and home.  This simple daily routine creates endless opportunities for personal refreshment, family discipleship, and cultivation of friendships.  Join us for this rich, insightful, encouraging conversation with Sally. In this episode, we cover: Wha...

181. When Old-Fashioned Makes More Sense (How Vintage Ideas Can Make Modern Life Healthier & Happier) | Jill Winger of The Prairie Homestead

April 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB

In our modern world, it is easy to accept all of the latest conveniences and innovations that are offered to us.  At face value, they may seem to make our lives easier or better, but at what cost?  Jill Winger has been asking these kinds of critical questions for many years, and this questioning is the basis for her upcoming book on how many of the old-fashioned ways may actually be superior.  Our discussion is nuanced (we don’t throw out all modernity!) and serves as an interesting conversa...

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