Take a little break for this delightful story of a Christmas from years past. Listen with your children and be reminded of a time when gifts were small and very much appreciated, everybody did their share, children were children and screens were absent!
Peaceful car trips are possible. Listen for some hints and tips to transform your car rides with your kids into enjoyable, purposeful family time.
A pre - Christmas tidy sounds daunting and unpleasant...but I share the easy and fun way to get it done (with your children!) - ,and have a more organised, less cluttered Christmas
What Christmas traditions would you like to continue with your family in the lead up to Christmas?
I discuss some that we found valuable and worth repeating and give some suggestions for you to consider. How do we keep our families focussed on Jesus in this season?
Resource links:
My Goodnight Christmas book and CD
Nativity scene devotions:
https://ministry-to-children.com/advent-lessons-nativity/
Christmas Carol Devotions
https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/41801-carols-and-lessons
If our preconceived ideas of marriage include - that it will lose its spark, passion and connectedness the longer we are married, we might be shortchanging ourselves, our spouses and our community. Make sure you glean an idea of what marriage should look like from amazing married Christian couples ...and aim higher! Marriage is more beautiful than we could ever hope or imagine!
Being a diligent wife and mother is commendable, until we start taking everything so seriously. Instead of being winsome, relateable and motivational...our bullishness makes us stressed, frazzled and avoidable. Listen to this episode to see if you have any ox-like tendencies and to know what to do about it.
As Christian women, we want to know we are walking in obedience to The Lord. We become discouraged when walking in His will is fraught with challenges. This often causes us to question whether we heard correctly in the first place, or have misunderstood His direction for us. This podcast offers Biblical encouragement for these puzzling times of life.
What is holding you back from embracing the freedom given to you by Christ? What keeps you from stepping into the life of peace, joy and purpose that The Lord has for you?
I tell a few stories in this episode to illustrate practically how we can often stay in bondage if we don't assess what is blocking our way. And as usual, the truths are Scriptural.
Loneliness in early motherhood is a very common feeling. This is a frank conversation bringing it out into the open and with some practical insights and actions to help navigate these moments.
In this podcast I talk about some things I wish I had realised and considered when dealing with my mothers. Thinking about these things could foster more meaningful relationships with less misunderstandings...
The quality of loyalty has a significant impact on the intimacy and warmth of our relationships. It is not a quality that gets much attention, but it was a game changer in my family once I truly understood its value and impact, and changed the way I did things.
Another podcast with practical tips to help you homeschool successfully and efficiently. This episode is also helpful for setting up a homework space if you aren't homeschooling and for thinking about setting work standards for your children.
In this episode, we revisit the previous 2 episodes on marriage, clarifying some of the points which could be a little confusing.
Continuing on with the things that have worked for us, as I reflect on 30 years and the great, God-honouring marriage we find ourselves with today. Some of these tips are challenging and tough. So brace yourself. But I wouldn't share them if I didn't believe they were worth it!
Celebrating 30 years of marriage caused me to reflect on what has contributed to a strong marriage over the years. This is the first part of a 2 part series, in which I share those as tips for you.
Is there a better way to solve problems, find solutions and navigate difficulties than the way I'm doing so now? Is there a way to find more peace and less anxiety when facing the cares of everyday life?
That's what Im exploring in this podcast!
I share the impact prayer journalling has had on my life, as well as 11 benefits of becoming a prayer journaler. As well as how to start.
https://www.notebookandpenguin.com/christian-journaling-benefits/
How do we start the Homeschooling process with our young children? What is the best way to prepare them for their start into the world of literacy and numeracy? How do I know when to start?
This episode answers these questions and more and also has a great time sensitive offer on a reading and writing course membership.
To learn more about Refined Reading and access the free printable PDFs on Reading and Writing skills and readiness checklists, follow this link:
https://therefinedmother.com/what-is-refined-reading/
To purchase the course for 75%off for 5 months use the code "podcast" (no quotation marks) and use this link:
https://therefinedmother.com/membership-account/membership-levels/
Further reading:
"The Unhurried Homeschooler" by Durenda Wilson
If you are looking for a course to teach you infants to swim go to "The Waterbaby Family" on Instagram or Facebook
A follow on episode from "Are you in your lane?. This episode features my friend Cindy and her remarkable story of God's golden thread woven through the fabric of her life. She illustrates how we can trust The Lord, surrender and stay in our Lane. Her story is followed by an example of someone who had a lot to learn in this area!
Free yourself from needless worry, distraction and obsessive thoughts, and live more effectively when you consider staying in your own lane and doing what The Lord has given you authority over.
This episode delves into all of this, with some practical applications...as always!
Book suggestion:
"Stay in your Lane ...worry less, love more..and get things done" by Kevin Thompson