make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
In the context of promoting joy, fun and an environment of love, Bonnie welcomes you! Bonnie is a homeschool mom of seven kids, 32 years in - writer, speaker and cheerleader. Meet her cohosts who bring your questions and theirs to the table: Elizabeth, mom of six, in the thick of glorious family life, and Christina, just starting the homeschool journey with three littles. Join us for some honest discussion about how to make home education cozy. Just like you imagined.
Episodes
313 episodes
audiobooks for the win
Audiobooks are a great resource for homeschoolers as a supplement in education and entertaining our children. I share a family favourite as well as a list of some of my own personal favourites. As an Amazon Associate I ea...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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7:37
marriage routines
And while we're on the topic of covenant...what are some routines in marriage that prevent our relationships from becoming "contractual?"
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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30:30
the covenant of marriage
Martha, Martha episode 8: holding up our end of the bargainenjoying your kids (blog post)
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3:12
a litany for pregnant women
Martha, Martha episode 6: Sharing with you a litany to pray for the pregnant women in your life!funny saints and helpful saints (blog post)
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3:54
in dark places
Martha, Martha episode 5: Pulling ourselves out of a dark place. low days (blog post)
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6:15
mystical experiences
Martha, Martha: Distracted by many things (recorded in 2020): Moments that define us.religious experience (blog post)As an Amaz...
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6:22
Jesse Tree
Martha, Martha episode 3: Don't get overwhelmed by traditions! convoluted Christmas with joy (blog post)
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7:34
paradise was not made for cowards
Martha, Martha: Distracted by many things episode 2: Words of wisdom from St. Philip Neri.funny saints and helpful saints (blog post) ...
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5:36
behind the curtain
Martha, Martha: Distracted by many things (recorded in 2020), opening message and first episode.
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6:53
hitting, biting and aggressive behaviours - what do our children need?
How should we approach and discipline a young child who is hitting, biting or showing physical forms of aggression towards siblings or peers? Christina joins me to discuss and share practical solutions.As an Amazon Associate I...
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Season 7
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Episode 46
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30:07
my take on it: lying
When kids lie - what are parents to do?!here's the instagram post on lying I mention.
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11:43
my take on it: when kids won't show weakness
Bravado. Toughness. When a child won't show their feelings, even thought we know they're there.
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13:19
seeking joy and finding purpose: an interview with Cathy Jo Lang
Cathy Jo Lang is a certified life coach and host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast. We discuss our journey in embrac...
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Season 7
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Episode 45
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39:43
when boys play rough - weaponry, battles and heroic virtue
Elizabeth and I discuss boys and their tendency to play war-like games. Is it a cause for concern? Is it appropriate for boys being raised with Christian values? 3:25 - Question from a listener 6:41 - Elizabeth shar...
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Season 7
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Episode 44
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31:34
my take on it: finding good examples of writing to share with kids
my take on it, some thoughts on choosing writing samples
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11:04
Baby and Bedsharing Solutions: holistic, gentle sleep coaching with Heather Boyd
00:42 - Welcome Heather 3:37 - The Baby Sleep Connection Podcast 5:39 - What to do when spouse disagrees with bed sharing 11:33 - Reducing the risk of sharing sleep space 12:24 - Supporting the emotional and ...
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Season 7
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Episode 43
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47:56
raising a voracious reader
There are some unique challenges that come with having a voracious reader on our hands - providing quality literature, vetting age appropriate content, giving them a challenge as necessary. I share some ideas in navigating these concerns....
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Season 7
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Episode 42
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21:45
the many benefits of soft sole barefoot shoes for baby and toddler - an interview with Sofia Walker
This episode was recorded before I broke my wrist. That’s why I sound so normal.Sofia joins me once again to discuss her newest venture into small business ownership. We discuss what makes a good shoe - comfort, flexibility, s...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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31:08
