The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:56:09 -0500 http://www.theartofhomepodcast.com en-us © 2026 The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers yes Support this Podcast 2a06ffc5-6c10-5ca0-9ca0-a60ff8ba6a89 Allison L Weeks serial false Exploring how homemakers cultivate a place to belong. Seeking to honor and elevate the art of homemaking by highlighting stories of women who have practiced this art over the long haul. Through Homemaker Portraits and Deep Dive episodes on subjects related to keeping the home we hope to encourage listeners to practice their art of making a home with confidence, faithfulness and joy. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) homemaker, homemaking, home, family, housewife, stay-at-home, mom, home economics, housekeeping, homemade, creative Allison L Weeks https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ykg45jhskkwvp31ljzxnrb3e3vip?.jpg The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers http://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison Weeks Homemaker Portrait | Kara Garis Homemaker Portrait | Kara Garis Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Kara Garis, all about keeping a home with her husband of 17 years and their 5 kids. I am so excited for you to hear this conversation. Kara has so much wisdom to share. 

In this Episode:

  • Stepping into homemaking without a lot of practical skills
  • How the Lord uses the ordinary work of the home to shape expectations, priorities, & faith
  • How to raise kids who notice and anticipate the needs of others
  • How homemaking proclaims what we believe about our hope laid up in heaven and emulates our God who gives hope to the hopeless and welcomes the lonely and broken into an eternal Home with Him 

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All links and resources, including recipes will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kara Garis".

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In this episode, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Kara Garis, all about keeping a home with her husband of 17 years and their 5 kids. I am so excited for you to hear this conversation. Kara has so much wisdom to share. 

In this Episode:

  • Stepping into homemaking without a lot of practical skills
  • How the Lord uses the ordinary work of the home to shape expectations, priorities, & faith
  • How to raise kids who notice and anticipate the needs of others
  • How homemaking proclaims what we believe about our hope laid up in heaven and emulates our God who gives hope to the hopeless and welcomes the lonely and broken into an eternal Home with Him 

SHOW NOTES

All links and resources, including recipes will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kara Garis".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/are-you-a-type-b-homemaker

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19460422 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4007 full false Monday Motivation #62 Host with Heart, Not a Hefty Price Tag Monday Motivation #62 Host with Heart, Not a Hefty Price Tag Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It's week 3 of Homemaker’s Journal sneak peak and today I’m reading another article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. 

This issue if full of homemaker inspiration and encouragement that will serve you and your home any time of year. Today’s article is by homemaker and podcaster, Brittany Duncan, who shares lots of practical homemaking help like what you are about to hear on her show, Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker.

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It's week 3 of Homemaker’s Journal sneak peak and today I’m reading another article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. 

This issue if full of homemaker inspiration and encouragement that will serve you and your home any time of year. Today’s article is by homemaker and podcaster, Brittany Duncan, who shares lots of practical homemaking help like what you are about to hear on her show, Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19407262 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 554 29 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kristin Park Homemaker Portrait | Kristin Park Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's episode, I'm chatting with In-The-Trenches homemaker, Kristin Park, wife and mama who has recently made the shift from business owner and full time speech therapist to full time homemaker. We talk about what that transition has been like for Kristin and her family, the steps they took to decide if they could live on one income and how their values shaped that decision. 

I know you will love this story of home. Kristin has much wisdom and insight to share. 

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All links and notes, including Kristin's signature dish recipe, will be on the blog. Go to heartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kristin Park" or click the link below.

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In today's episode, I'm chatting with In-The-Trenches homemaker, Kristin Park, wife and mama who has recently made the shift from business owner and full time speech therapist to full time homemaker. We talk about what that transition has been like for Kristin and her family, the steps they took to decide if they could live on one income and how their values shaped that decision. 

I know you will love this story of home. Kristin has much wisdom and insight to share. 

EPISODE NOTES

All links and notes, including Kristin's signature dish recipe, will be on the blog. Go to heartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kristin Park" or click the link below.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19408176 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4095 29 5 full false Monday Motivation #61 From Stranger to Neighbor: Cultivating Community One Holiday at a Time Monday Motivation #61 From Stranger to Neighbor: Cultivating Community One Holiday at a Time Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I’m happy to give you another Homemaker’s Journal sneak peak article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. 

This issue covers topics that focus on celebrations and all things spring and summer homemaking, but the concepts can be applied any time of year in your practice of the art of home. 

Today’s feature article is no exception. Homemaker and writer, Sarah Beaugh, shares how the people next door can go from Stranger to Neighbor through shared experiences centered around holidays and celebrations.

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Today I’m happy to give you another Homemaker’s Journal sneak peak article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. 

This issue covers topics that focus on celebrations and all things spring and summer homemaking, but the concepts can be applied any time of year in your practice of the art of home. 

Today’s feature article is no exception. Homemaker and writer, Sarah Beaugh, shares how the people next door can go from Stranger to Neighbor through shared experiences centered around holidays and celebrations.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19407208 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 650 29 3 full false Summer Homemaking Ramble 2026 with Jessica Fisher Summer Homemaking Ramble 2026 with Jessica Fisher Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I have my honorary co-host, Jessica Fisher, joining me for another seasonal ramble. 

In this Episode:

  • Mail Bag & Updates
  • Summer Ice-Breaker Questions
  • Summer Travel Plans
  • What We are Cooking & Eating this Summer
  • What We are Watching this Summer
  • Our Seasonal Homemaking Projects
  • How hormone therapy and viewing aging as stewardship are helping us be gracious as we get older
  • How limiting beliefs hinder our homemaking and our progress towards Christ-likeness

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links are on the full show notes post on the blog. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "SUMMER RAMBLE 2026".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/summer-ramble-2026-with-jessica-fisher

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goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

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Today, I have my honorary co-host, Jessica Fisher, joining me for another seasonal ramble. 

In this Episode:

  • Mail Bag & Updates
  • Summer Ice-Breaker Questions
  • Summer Travel Plans
  • What We are Cooking & Eating this Summer
  • What We are Watching this Summer
  • Our Seasonal Homemaking Projects
  • How hormone therapy and viewing aging as stewardship are helping us be gracious as we get older
  • How limiting beliefs hinder our homemaking and our progress towards Christ-likeness

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links are on the full show notes post on the blog. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "SUMMER RAMBLE 2026".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/summer-ramble-2026-with-jessica-fisher

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goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19391986 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 5189 29 2 full false Monday Motivation #60 The Gift of Small Joys: Celebrating the Everyday at Home by Christa Sterken Monday Motivation #60 The Gift of Small Joys: Celebrating the Everyday at Home by Christa Sterken Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are kicking off our Summer 2026 season today with an article from our brand new resource, Homemaker’s Journal. 

It's a seasonal magazine, but so much more than a magazine. Filled with encouraging, inspirational articles from over a dozen homemakers, this publication is meant to be a tool to help you learn and grow as you practice your art of keeping a home and to keep a record of your homemaking. 

Over the next 5 weeks, I will highlight some of the articles from our first issue which came out this past May. 

If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. This magazine is seasonal in nature, but timeless in its content. So anytime is a good time to get your copy. 

Today’s article is from homemaker, writer, and former guest, Christa Sterken. In this beautifully written, thoughtful piece, Christa shares how she has learned to celebrate the everyday in her homemaking through recognizing the Gift of Small Joys.

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We are kicking off our Summer 2026 season today with an article from our brand new resource, Homemaker’s Journal. 

It's a seasonal magazine, but so much more than a magazine. Filled with encouraging, inspirational articles from over a dozen homemakers, this publication is meant to be a tool to help you learn and grow as you practice your art of keeping a home and to keep a record of your homemaking. 

Over the next 5 weeks, I will highlight some of the articles from our first issue which came out this past May. 

If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. This magazine is seasonal in nature, but timeless in its content. So anytime is a good time to get your copy. 

Today’s article is from homemaker, writer, and former guest, Christa Sterken. In this beautifully written, thoughtful piece, Christa shares how she has learned to celebrate the everyday in her homemaking through recognizing the Gift of Small Joys.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19362229 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 707 29 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Hannah Stewart Homemaker Portrait | Hannah Stewart Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker and fellow podcaster, Hannah Stewart, of the Sugar and Spice Mom Life Podcast. 

Growing up, Hannah said she never wanted to get married or have kids, but God used the hospitable families of the church she attended in college to birth in her heart a desire for marriage, motherhood and homemaking. 

She left home with plenty of skills, but without the correct mindset regarding the emotional and relational work of the homemaker; nor was she prepared for the lack of cultural respect for her chosen occupation. 

She’s had to let go of many expectations and her tendency towards perfectionism, but in the letting go, God is teaching her the powerful impact of the tone she sets through her homemaking. 

We cover all the usual ground, so get ready for an hour full of trials and triumphs, tips, recipes and hard-won homemaking wisdom from this delightful and very insightful guest. 

CONNECT WITH HANNAH

Website | sugarandspicemomlife.com

Podcast | apple | Spotify 

Youtube

Instagram: @sugarandspicemomlife

Morning Bag Mini Course

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All links and resources, including Hannah's signature dish will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Hannah Stewart."

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/sweet-spicy-homemaker-life

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I am chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker and fellow podcaster, Hannah Stewart, of the Sugar and Spice Mom Life Podcast. 

Growing up, Hannah said she never wanted to get married or have kids, but God used the hospitable families of the church she attended in college to birth in her heart a desire for marriage, motherhood and homemaking. 

She left home with plenty of skills, but without the correct mindset regarding the emotional and relational work of the homemaker; nor was she prepared for the lack of cultural respect for her chosen occupation. 

She’s had to let go of many expectations and her tendency towards perfectionism, but in the letting go, God is teaching her the powerful impact of the tone she sets through her homemaking. 

We cover all the usual ground, so get ready for an hour full of trials and triumphs, tips, recipes and hard-won homemaking wisdom from this delightful and very insightful guest. 

CONNECT WITH HANNAH

Website | sugarandspicemomlife.com

Podcast | apple | Spotify 

Youtube

Instagram: @sugarandspicemomlife

Morning Bag Mini Course

Quiet Time Crash Course


SHOW NOTES

All links and resources, including Hannah's signature dish will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Hannah Stewart."

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/sweet-spicy-homemaker-life

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19244898 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3755 28 16 full false Monday Motivation #59 | Spring Cleaning: Floors, Carpets & Rugs Monday Motivation #59 | Spring Cleaning: Floors, Carpets & Rugs Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We’ve reached then end of this season of The Art of Home and the end of our spring cleaning series. We have covered motivations for spring cleaning from history, modern sources and the Bible and we discussed tools and supplies. Then we utilized the top-down cleaning method to work our way from the surfaces over head, to the vertical surfaces like walls/windows and doors, then curtains and linens, and in our last spring cleaning episode we covered appliances, furniture and the forgotten. Today we will wrap things up with everything under foot…floors, rugs and carpets.

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We’ve reached then end of this season of The Art of Home and the end of our spring cleaning series. We have covered motivations for spring cleaning from history, modern sources and the Bible and we discussed tools and supplies. Then we utilized the top-down cleaning method to work our way from the surfaces over head, to the vertical surfaces like walls/windows and doors, then curtains and linens, and in our last spring cleaning episode we covered appliances, furniture and the forgotten. Today we will wrap things up with everything under foot…floors, rugs and carpets.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19230960 Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 478 28 15 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Family Road Trip Adventures Homemaking Deep Dive | Family Road Trip Adventures Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We're talking about family road trip adventures with former guest and road trip enthusiast, Jenny Nanninga. 

Jenny, her husband, and their 5 girls love to travel from their home in California on the highways and byways of America to see what adventures they can discover. They have a particular fondness for national parks and we will discuss that a good bit in our conversation today. 

In This Episode:

  • Jenny’s road trip background including a few worst and best trip stories
  • Benefits of family road trips
  • Why National Parks are a great destination
  • Why camping is an economic option with more benefits than just saving money,
  • Practical tips on how to plan a successful family road trip 

Connect with Jenny

IG @bloomwildschoolhouse

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https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/jennifer-nanninga

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All links and resources will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "family road trips"

Go to Blog Post

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We're talking about family road trip adventures with former guest and road trip enthusiast, Jenny Nanninga. 

Jenny, her husband, and their 5 girls love to travel from their home in California on the highways and byways of America to see what adventures they can discover. They have a particular fondness for national parks and we will discuss that a good bit in our conversation today. 

In This Episode:

  • Jenny’s road trip background including a few worst and best trip stories
  • Benefits of family road trips
  • Why National Parks are a great destination
  • Why camping is an economic option with more benefits than just saving money,
  • Practical tips on how to plan a successful family road trip 

Connect with Jenny

IG @bloomwildschoolhouse

Teachers Pay Teachers

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/jennifer-nanninga

SHOW NOTES

All links and resources will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "family road trips"

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19206153 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4331 28 14 full false Monday Motivation #58 | Extra! Extra! Homemaker's Journal is Here! Monday Motivation #58 | Extra! Extra! Homemaker's Journal is Here! Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

The Art of Home’s first print publication, Homemaker’s Journal, is making its debut in the world! Today is launch day and I am bursting to tell you all about this project and why I believe it is a valuable addition to your homemaking resource library, providing you with tons of motivation, screen free! 

Join me in today's episode and take a quick tour of the why, what and how of Homemaker's Journal. 

SHOW NOTES

Get your copy of Homemaker's Journal : www.homemakersjournal.com

What's in the first issue?

Celebrate This Season! Tips & Recipes for Spring & Summer Gatherings

From Stranger to Neighbor: Cultivating Community One Holiday at a Time

Sew Brave: Machine Basics for the Timid Beginner

Host with Heart, Not a Hefty Price Tag

A Nature Inspired Home: Carrying the Beauty of Nature Within Our Hearts & Home

Homemaker Culture Ideas for Spring & Summer

Revealing the Father's Heart: What Biblical Celebrations Teach Us About God

The Gift of Small Joys: Celebrating the Everyday at Home

Repeatable Birthday Joy: Simple Traditions, Big Memories

Enough is as Good as A Feast: A Mary Poppins Party Parable

Rooted Celebrations: Experiencing Holidays Deeply as a Christian

Birthday Nostalgia That Whispers of More to Come (original poem)

Angel Food Cake on a Monday: Celebrations & Grief

Small Holidays, Big Impact: Creative Traditions for Busy Families

HJ Companion: Celebration Bunting Sewing Pattern, Go-To Birthday Desserts, Homemaker Chronicles Monthly Record Sheets, Celebration Days Chart

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The Art of Home’s first print publication, Homemaker’s Journal, is making its debut in the world! Today is launch day and I am bursting to tell you all about this project and why I believe it is a valuable addition to your homemaking resource library, providing you with tons of motivation, screen free! 

Join me in today's episode and take a quick tour of the why, what and how of Homemaker's Journal. 

SHOW NOTES

Get your copy of Homemaker's Journal : www.homemakersjournal.com

What's in the first issue?

Celebrate This Season! Tips & Recipes for Spring & Summer Gatherings

From Stranger to Neighbor: Cultivating Community One Holiday at a Time

Sew Brave: Machine Basics for the Timid Beginner

Host with Heart, Not a Hefty Price Tag

A Nature Inspired Home: Carrying the Beauty of Nature Within Our Hearts & Home

Homemaker Culture Ideas for Spring & Summer

Revealing the Father's Heart: What Biblical Celebrations Teach Us About God

The Gift of Small Joys: Celebrating the Everyday at Home

Repeatable Birthday Joy: Simple Traditions, Big Memories

Enough is as Good as A Feast: A Mary Poppins Party Parable

Rooted Celebrations: Experiencing Holidays Deeply as a Christian

Birthday Nostalgia That Whispers of More to Come (original poem)

Angel Food Cake on a Monday: Celebrations & Grief

Small Holidays, Big Impact: Creative Traditions for Busy Families

HJ Companion: Celebration Bunting Sewing Pattern, Go-To Birthday Desserts, Homemaker Chronicles Monthly Record Sheets, Celebration Days Chart

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19192150 Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 705 28 13 full false Homemaker Portrait | Eva Suchecki Homemaker Portrait | Eva Suchecki Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am so excited to host our very first French homemaker! Eva Suchecki is keeping a home in France with her husband and their 3 children. We discuss her leaving the workforce to stay home full time, her covid era birth experiences and the big surprise of welcoming her 2 year old nephew into their family. 

We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, fails, wins, expectations and challenges. Turns out, homemakers around the world, face many of the same challenges. 

SHOW NOTES

All resources including Eva's Signature Dish recipe will be on the blog. Click the link or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Eva Suchecki".



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I am so excited to host our very first French homemaker! Eva Suchecki is keeping a home in France with her husband and their 3 children. We discuss her leaving the workforce to stay home full time, her covid era birth experiences and the big surprise of welcoming her 2 year old nephew into their family. 

We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, fails, wins, expectations and challenges. Turns out, homemakers around the world, face many of the same challenges. 

SHOW NOTES

All resources including Eva's Signature Dish recipe will be on the blog. Click the link or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Eva Suchecki".



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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19167991 Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3604 28 12 full false Monday Motivation #57 | Spring Cleaning: Furniture, Appliances & the Forgotten Monday Motivation #57 | Spring Cleaning: Furniture, Appliances & the Forgotten Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I’m back with some more spring cleaning motivation for you today. So far we’ve covered some spring cleaning history, tools, surfaces overhead, walls and vertical surfaces, and linens & curtains. 

This week we will discuss furniture, appliances and the forgotten. The entire transcript of this episode (and all the other spring cleaning episodes) will be on the blog for you to refer to later. The blog posts also have links to helpful tools and resources for each of the topics we’ve discussed in this series. 

SHOW NOTES

Blog Post with transcript and notes, click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM 57"

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-furniture-appliances-the-forgotten

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I’m back with some more spring cleaning motivation for you today. So far we’ve covered some spring cleaning history, tools, surfaces overhead, walls and vertical surfaces, and linens & curtains. 

This week we will discuss furniture, appliances and the forgotten. The entire transcript of this episode (and all the other spring cleaning episodes) will be on the blog for you to refer to later. The blog posts also have links to helpful tools and resources for each of the topics we’ve discussed in this series. 

SHOW NOTES

Blog Post with transcript and notes, click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM 57"

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-furniture-appliances-the-forgotten

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19151970 Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 771 28 11 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Quilting 101 with Jessica Clark Homemaking Deep Dive | Quilting 101 with Jessica Clark Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am so excited to be bringing you our first deep dive into the world of quilting, with homemaker, quilter, and teacher, Jessica Clark of thelarklife.com and the Handmade Happiness Podcast. 

Jessica didn’t grow up with quilts but she did have fond memories of her grandmother’s quilt collection and decided to pursue learning to quilt herself. With hardly any sewing experience she wandered into a local quilt shop’s class and began her lifelong love affair with quilts. Now and avid quilter, Jennifer is passionate about giving others the skills they need to practice the art of quiltmaking. 

In This Episode:

  • Quilting as Community Building and Stewardship
  • How Quilts Unite Through Storytelling 
  • Benefits to Embracing the Slowness of Quilting 
  • How to Shop for Vintage or Antique Quilts
  • Quilt Care
  • Getting Started with Quilting—tools, skills, & where to look for solid instruction
  • Jessica's Top 5 Quilting Tips

SHOW NOTES

All links and resources for this episode will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Quilting 101".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/quilting-101-a-homemaking-deep-dive-with-jessica-clark

CONNECT WITH JESSICA

Website: www.thelarklife.com

Handmade Happiness Podcast:  Apple | Spotify

Instagram/ Facebook: @The_Lark_Life

YouTube: @TheLarkLife

Direct Links to Classes:

- Homeschool Quilting Class: https://thelarklife.com/foundations-in-quilting

- Beginner Quilter Lab:https://beginner-quilt-lab.teachery.co/

- Quilted Slipper: https://quilted-slipper-course.teachery.co/

- Sewing Machine Basics: https://sewing-machine-basics.teachery.co/

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I am so excited to be bringing you our first deep dive into the world of quilting, with homemaker, quilter, and teacher, Jessica Clark of thelarklife.com and the Handmade Happiness Podcast. 

Jessica didn’t grow up with quilts but she did have fond memories of her grandmother’s quilt collection and decided to pursue learning to quilt herself. With hardly any sewing experience she wandered into a local quilt shop’s class and began her lifelong love affair with quilts. Now and avid quilter, Jennifer is passionate about giving others the skills they need to practice the art of quiltmaking. 

In This Episode:

  • Quilting as Community Building and Stewardship
  • How Quilts Unite Through Storytelling 
  • Benefits to Embracing the Slowness of Quilting 
  • How to Shop for Vintage or Antique Quilts
  • Quilt Care
  • Getting Started with Quilting—tools, skills, & where to look for solid instruction
  • Jessica's Top 5 Quilting Tips

SHOW NOTES

All links and resources for this episode will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Quilting 101".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/quilting-101-a-homemaking-deep-dive-with-jessica-clark

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Website: www.thelarklife.com

Handmade Happiness Podcast:  Apple | Spotify

Instagram/ Facebook: @The_Lark_Life

YouTube: @TheLarkLife

Direct Links to Classes:

- Homeschool Quilting Class: https://thelarklife.com/foundations-in-quilting

- Beginner Quilter Lab:https://beginner-quilt-lab.teachery.co/

- Quilted Slipper: https://quilted-slipper-course.teachery.co/

- Sewing Machine Basics: https://sewing-machine-basics.teachery.co/

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19130076 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4591 28 10 full false Monday Motivation #56 | Spring Cleaning Linens, Curtains & Spiritual Lessons Monday Motivation #56 | Spring Cleaning Linens, Curtains & Spiritual Lessons Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, we are continuing to spring clean our way through the home with the top-down approach. We’ve covered ceilings and overhead things and all of the hard vertical surfaces, including windows, doors and walls. This week, we will tackle the soft surfaces-primarily window coverings and linens. 

I want to start with linens, the move on to window coverings, and finally share with you a little spiritual lesson I learned from neglecting my curtains for nearly a decade. 

SHOW NOTES

Full episode transcript and helpful product links will be on the blog. Click the link or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM56".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-linens-curtains-spiritual-lessons

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Today, we are continuing to spring clean our way through the home with the top-down approach. We’ve covered ceilings and overhead things and all of the hard vertical surfaces, including windows, doors and walls. This week, we will tackle the soft surfaces-primarily window coverings and linens. 

I want to start with linens, the move on to window coverings, and finally share with you a little spiritual lesson I learned from neglecting my curtains for nearly a decade. 

SHOW NOTES

Full episode transcript and helpful product links will be on the blog. Click the link or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM56".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-linens-curtains-spiritual-lessons

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19099719 Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1272 28 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jayms Yon Homemaker Portrait | Jayms Yon Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am bringing you a conversation with a young woman who is practicing homemaking in South Africa. After meeting her now husband online in 2020 and developing a relationship long-distance for several years, Jayms left everything she knew in America to be nearer to David in his homeland. She tells about her experience living in a special home for single women for a couple of years and her recent entrance into married life. She loves sharing how homemaking is different in South Africa and why that is not a bad thing, but rather an opportunity to grow in hospitality and Christ-like servanthood. 

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jayms Yon".

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Today, I am bringing you a conversation with a young woman who is practicing homemaking in South Africa. After meeting her now husband online in 2020 and developing a relationship long-distance for several years, Jayms left everything she knew in America to be nearer to David in his homeland. She tells about her experience living in a special home for single women for a couple of years and her recent entrance into married life. She loves sharing how homemaking is different in South Africa and why that is not a bad thing, but rather an opportunity to grow in hospitality and Christ-like servanthood. 

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jayms Yon".

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19092895 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4767 28 8 full false Monday Motivation #55 | Spring Cleaning: Windows, Doors & Walls Monday Motivation #55 | Spring Cleaning: Windows, Doors & Walls Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are continuing our Spring Cleaning series with a top-down refresh of the “vertical surfaces” that quietly collect dust and grime all year long. In this Monday Motivation, I will walk you through simple, practical steps for cleaning windows (including sills, tracks, and screens), doors, and walls—with the right tools, safe DIY solutions, and tips for avoiding streaks and protecting finishes. You’ll also learn what maintenance issues to watch for as you clean, so you can catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

SHOW NOTES

The entire transcript of this episode is on the blog along with links to suggested tools and helpful resources. Click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM54".


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We are continuing our Spring Cleaning series with a top-down refresh of the “vertical surfaces” that quietly collect dust and grime all year long. In this Monday Motivation, I will walk you through simple, practical steps for cleaning windows (including sills, tracks, and screens), doors, and walls—with the right tools, safe DIY solutions, and tips for avoiding streaks and protecting finishes. You’ll also learn what maintenance issues to watch for as you clean, so you can catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

SHOW NOTES

The entire transcript of this episode is on the blog along with links to suggested tools and helpful resources. Click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM54".


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19079059 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 702 28 7 full false Homemaking Seasonal Ramble | Spring 2026 with Jessica Fisher Homemaking Seasonal Ramble | Spring 2026 with Jessica Fisher Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Spring has sprung with new life, new growth and a new kind of podcast episode on The Art of Home. Today, I am bringing you the first seasonal ramble with myself and Jessica Fisher. 

We kick off this relaxed, mostly unscripted, conversation with some spring-related icebreaker questions, then we chat books and simple seasonal cooking (including lunch prep, yogurt, homemade roast beef, flavored syrups and more). 

We cover what we are watching, or not watching, current favorite things, spring home projects and what we are doing to age with grace as 2 menopausal 50-something-year-olds. We even touch a bit on Easter traditions. Like I said, it's a ramble. I hope you enjoy coming along with us!

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links are on the full show notes post on the blog. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Spring Ramble 26" or click link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaking-seasonal-ramble-spring-2026

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goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

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Spring has sprung with new life, new growth and a new kind of podcast episode on The Art of Home. Today, I am bringing you the first seasonal ramble with myself and Jessica Fisher. 

We kick off this relaxed, mostly unscripted, conversation with some spring-related icebreaker questions, then we chat books and simple seasonal cooking (including lunch prep, yogurt, homemade roast beef, flavored syrups and more). 

We cover what we are watching, or not watching, current favorite things, spring home projects and what we are doing to age with grace as 2 menopausal 50-something-year-olds. We even touch a bit on Easter traditions. Like I said, it's a ramble. I hope you enjoy coming along with us!

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links are on the full show notes post on the blog. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Spring Ramble 26" or click link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaking-seasonal-ramble-spring-2026

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goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19053585 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4930 28 6 full false Monday Motivation #54 | Top-Down Spring Cleaning: Ceilings, Fans, Lights & Everything Overhead Monday Motivation #54 | Top-Down Spring Cleaning: Ceilings, Fans, Lights & Everything Overhead Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

This week, we’re kicking off the “real” work of spring cleaning with a top-down approach—starting with what’s overhead: ceilings, vents, fans, lights, and fixtures. 

You’ll learn why cleaning from the top down saves time (and re-cleaning), how overhead dust impacts indoor air quality, and what simple tools make the job safer and easier. 

Plus, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step method for dry cleaning first, then safely tackling grime and stains with just a little moisture—so you can freshen your home without creating new problems.

SHOW NOTES:

The entire transcript of this episode is on the blog along with links to suggested tools and helpful resources. Click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM54".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/top-down-spring-cleaning-ceilings-vents-fans-fixtures

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This week, we’re kicking off the “real” work of spring cleaning with a top-down approach—starting with what’s overhead: ceilings, vents, fans, lights, and fixtures. 

You’ll learn why cleaning from the top down saves time (and re-cleaning), how overhead dust impacts indoor air quality, and what simple tools make the job safer and easier. 

Plus, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step method for dry cleaning first, then safely tackling grime and stains with just a little moisture—so you can freshen your home without creating new problems.

SHOW NOTES:

The entire transcript of this episode is on the blog along with links to suggested tools and helpful resources. Click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM54".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/top-down-spring-cleaning-ceilings-vents-fans-fixtures

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19029000 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1189 28 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Carrie Sullivan Homemaker Portrait | Carrie Sullivan Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Carrie Sullivan has been keeping a home for over 20 years through changing seasons of motherhood, working outside the home, full-time homemaking, grief and growing faith. Now, in her 50’s, with kids nearing launch-time, Carrie has come to view homemaking as a meaningful vocation and true calling from God. 

We cover all the usual territory of homemaking strengths, weaknesses, expectations, hospitality, and more. 

And as a little bonus, I have some historical homemaking hints for you from a fun early 20th century etiquette guide, Don'ts for Wives.

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Carrie's signature dish recipe are on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Carrie Sullivan".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/building-cathedrals-to-the-glory-of-god-a-homemaker-portrait-of-carrie-sullivan

Connect with Carrie on IG @curatingaliterarylife

HHH Segment

Ebbutt, Blanche, Don'ts for Husbands, Don'ts for Wives. London: A. & C. Black, 1913

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Carrie Sullivan has been keeping a home for over 20 years through changing seasons of motherhood, working outside the home, full-time homemaking, grief and growing faith. Now, in her 50’s, with kids nearing launch-time, Carrie has come to view homemaking as a meaningful vocation and true calling from God. 

We cover all the usual territory of homemaking strengths, weaknesses, expectations, hospitality, and more. 

And as a little bonus, I have some historical homemaking hints for you from a fun early 20th century etiquette guide, Don'ts for Wives.

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Carrie's signature dish recipe are on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Carrie Sullivan".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/building-cathedrals-to-the-glory-of-god-a-homemaker-portrait-of-carrie-sullivan

Connect with Carrie on IG @curatingaliterarylife

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Ebbutt, Blanche, Don'ts for Husbands, Don'ts for Wives. London: A. & C. Black, 1913

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-19015439 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4555 28 4 full false Monday Motivation #53 | Spring Cleaning 2; Tools & Helpers Monday Motivation #53 | Spring Cleaning 2; Tools & Helpers Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

After over 3 decades of homemaking, I have found there to be 3 Essential Tools and a handful of miscellaneous supplies which will equip you for any type of cleaning in your home; both regular maintenance and seasonal. 

I will give you a bit of history on the top 3 as well as information on how to choose the best tools. 

Then I want to spend a little time talking about helpers; how to engage the family, when to seek professional help and a few tips for helping yourself to enjoy seasonal cleaning.

SHOW NOTES

Full transcript with links to favorite tools on the blog! theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "MM53"

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-essential-tools-helpers

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After over 3 decades of homemaking, I have found there to be 3 Essential Tools and a handful of miscellaneous supplies which will equip you for any type of cleaning in your home; both regular maintenance and seasonal. 

I will give you a bit of history on the top 3 as well as information on how to choose the best tools. 

Then I want to spend a little time talking about helpers; how to engage the family, when to seek professional help and a few tips for helping yourself to enjoy seasonal cleaning.

SHOW NOTES

Full transcript with links to favorite tools on the blog! theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "MM53"

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-essential-tools-helpers

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18982888 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1053 28 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kathlena Rule Homemaker Portrait | Kathlena Rule Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are kicking off Season 28 today a brand new Homemaker Portrait! 

I'm starting this episode with some notes from you out of the mail bag, what to expect this season on the podcast and magazine updates!!

After those updates, I am chatting with my good friend, Kathlena Rule, about her experience of full time homemaking over the past 42 years. Kathlena’s concept of home was shaped by 2 godly parents and a life of constant moving. She loves the change that moving brings and the fact that there are always new people to meet. She and husband, Ed, lived several years abroad and that experience profoundly shaped her homemaking. 

We discuss all of the usual material-strengths, weaknesses, expectations and how to set and keep priorities. Throughout our conversation you’ll hear this theme; the home is a tool, an extension of the people who live there. The people are the point. Home and homemaking provide opportunity and space for unhurried fellowship leading to flourishing relationships with others and with Christ. 

You can now text me or leave me a voice mail using the link at the top of this description AND I can text you back! 🎉

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Kathlena's signature dish recipe, are on the blog. Click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/the-home-is-a-tool-the-people-are-the-point-a-homemaker-portrait-of-kathlena-rule

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We are kicking off Season 28 today a brand new Homemaker Portrait! 

I'm starting this episode with some notes from you out of the mail bag, what to expect this season on the podcast and magazine updates!!

After those updates, I am chatting with my good friend, Kathlena Rule, about her experience of full time homemaking over the past 42 years. Kathlena’s concept of home was shaped by 2 godly parents and a life of constant moving. She loves the change that moving brings and the fact that there are always new people to meet. She and husband, Ed, lived several years abroad and that experience profoundly shaped her homemaking. 

We discuss all of the usual material-strengths, weaknesses, expectations and how to set and keep priorities. Throughout our conversation you’ll hear this theme; the home is a tool, an extension of the people who live there. The people are the point. Home and homemaking provide opportunity and space for unhurried fellowship leading to flourishing relationships with others and with Christ. 

You can now text me or leave me a voice mail using the link at the top of this description AND I can text you back! 🎉

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Kathlena's signature dish recipe, are on the blog. Click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/the-home-is-a-tool-the-people-are-the-point-a-homemaker-portrait-of-kathlena-rule

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18931904 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4571 28 2 full false Monday Motivation #52 | Spring Cleaning Motivation: Historical, Modern & Biblical Monday Motivation #52 | Spring Cleaning Motivation: Historical, Modern & Biblical Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to tackle it without purpose or perspective. In this episode, I'm sharing historical, modern, and Biblical encouragement to help you approach seasonal cleaning as a manageable reset—one step at a time.

Join me every Monday this spring for more seasonal cleaning motivation and practical help. We are tackling tools next week, followed by episodes featuring different surfaces of the home working our way from the top, down. 

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sources

Susan Fenimore Cooper, Rural Hours (New York, 1850), pp. 43-44.

https://www.wealddown.co.uk/museum-news/victorian-deep-clean/

Modern Cleaning Motivation

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Biblical History of Spring Cleaning

Exodus 11-12

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Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to tackle it without purpose or perspective. In this episode, I'm sharing historical, modern, and Biblical encouragement to help you approach seasonal cleaning as a manageable reset—one step at a time.

Join me every Monday this spring for more seasonal cleaning motivation and practical help. We are tackling tools next week, followed by episodes featuring different surfaces of the home working our way from the top, down. 

SHOW NOTES:

sources

Susan Fenimore Cooper, Rural Hours (New York, 1850), pp. 43-44.

https://www.wealddown.co.uk/museum-news/victorian-deep-clean/

Modern Cleaning Motivation

YouTube

Analog

Biblical History of Spring Cleaning

Exodus 11-12

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18931622 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 960 28 1 full false Monday Motivation #51 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #5, In the Darkness, Remember Monday Motivation #51 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #5, In the Darkness, Remember Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

As we close out this season of The Art of Home, the fifth and final Act of Courageous Homemaking I'd like to challenge you with is, In the Darkness, Remember. 

When you cannot see the way out, you must cling to the gracious hand of God and let Him guide you. 

You will learn to recognize His hand in the dark when you remember Who He is, what He has done, and what He promises to do.

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Other Episodes in this Series:

Scripture in this Episode:

Isaiah 9:2, 6

John 8:12

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As we close out this season of The Art of Home, the fifth and final Act of Courageous Homemaking I'd like to challenge you with is, In the Darkness, Remember. 

When you cannot see the way out, you must cling to the gracious hand of God and let Him guide you. 

You will learn to recognize His hand in the dark when you remember Who He is, what He has done, and what He promises to do.

NOTES & LINKS

Other Episodes in this Series:

Scripture in this Episode:

Isaiah 9:2, 6

John 8:12

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18747853 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 471 27 14 full false Monday Motivation #50 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #4, Expect but Don't Borrow Trouble Monday Motivation #50 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #4, Expect but Don't Borrow Trouble Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Well, we are moving right along in our Acts of Courageous Homemaking Series and I have a new installment for you today. I am addressing our tendency to worry. 

The Bible has a lot to say about anxiety, fear and worry; giving us practical help in a world that seems intent on stoking our fears so it can sell us their solutions. 

Whether it’s a political agenda, a fool proof weight loss plan or an apocalyptic survival kit, solutions to our worst fears are hocked on every corner of the internet.

So, are you buying it; or will you intentionally opt out of panic culture, settle your heart in the promises of God and change the world from your kitchen table? 

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Other Episodes in this Series:

Scripture in this Episode:

  • John 16:33, “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world" 
  • Matthew 6:27, 33, 34 ~ Jesus on worry
  • Proverbs 31:27 ~ Be Prepared
  • Philippians 4 ~ Rejoice Always! Don't Worry, Pray!
  • Nehemiah 8:10 ~ "The joy of the LORD is your strength."
  • Proverbs 14:15-16 ~Prudence
  • Hebrews 1:3, Colossians 1:17 ~ Christ Holds & Sustains Everything


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Well, we are moving right along in our Acts of Courageous Homemaking Series and I have a new installment for you today. I am addressing our tendency to worry. 

The Bible has a lot to say about anxiety, fear and worry; giving us practical help in a world that seems intent on stoking our fears so it can sell us their solutions. 

Whether it’s a political agenda, a fool proof weight loss plan or an apocalyptic survival kit, solutions to our worst fears are hocked on every corner of the internet.

So, are you buying it; or will you intentionally opt out of panic culture, settle your heart in the promises of God and change the world from your kitchen table? 

NOTES & RESOURCES

Other Episodes in this Series:

Scripture in this Episode:

  • John 16:33, “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world" 
  • Matthew 6:27, 33, 34 ~ Jesus on worry
  • Proverbs 31:27 ~ Be Prepared
  • Philippians 4 ~ Rejoice Always! Don't Worry, Pray!
  • Nehemiah 8:10 ~ "The joy of the LORD is your strength."
  • Proverbs 14:15-16 ~Prudence
  • Hebrews 1:3, Colossians 1:17 ~ Christ Holds & Sustains Everything


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18678303 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 709 27 13 full false Homemaker Portrait | Brittany Shepard Homemaker Portrait | Brittany Shepard Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this final long form episode of our winter 2026 season, I am presenting a portrait of a single homemaker, Brittany Shepard, who has been keeping a home as a single woman for many years.

Though being single in her 40s is not what she expected, she has learned to see the unique value and beauty of the life God has given her right now. 

Brittany is, by nature, a storyteller and story keeper. She loves filling her home with family heirlooms and vintage treasures, so much so that her passion has grown into a flourishing side business called The Sentimental Decorator. 

Whether she’s gathering women around the shared love of story-keeping or gathering family and friends around her dinner table set with treasured dishes, Brittany understands how to leverage the home and her singleness to bring people together and foster a place of welcome and belonging for whomever God puts in her path.


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Connect with Brittany

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Full Episode Notes including Brittany's Signature Dish will be on the Blog. theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Brittany Shepard" or click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/single-homemaker-portrait-with-brittany-shepard

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In this final long form episode of our winter 2026 season, I am presenting a portrait of a single homemaker, Brittany Shepard, who has been keeping a home as a single woman for many years.

Though being single in her 40s is not what she expected, she has learned to see the unique value and beauty of the life God has given her right now. 

Brittany is, by nature, a storyteller and story keeper. She loves filling her home with family heirlooms and vintage treasures, so much so that her passion has grown into a flourishing side business called The Sentimental Decorator. 

Whether she’s gathering women around the shared love of story-keeping or gathering family and friends around her dinner table set with treasured dishes, Brittany understands how to leverage the home and her singleness to bring people together and foster a place of welcome and belonging for whomever God puts in her path.


NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Brittany

MIL/DIL Relationships Survey


Full Episode Notes including Brittany's Signature Dish will be on the Blog. theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Brittany Shepard" or click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/single-homemaker-portrait-with-brittany-shepard

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18702181 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 4022 27 12 full false Monday Motivation #49 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #3, Be Salty, Stay Lit Monday Motivation #49 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #3, Be Salty, Stay Lit Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are at the half-way point of our Acts of Courageous Homemaking series today. 

We’ve discussed how God’s sovereignty is the foundation for our courage. 

We looked at the importance of being informed and how to find trustworthy sources.

And last week we talked about keeping the home fires burning; that is homemaking as an act of resistance and defiance of the enemy in a spiritual war zone. 

Today I’m going to talk about the impact we have as homemakers not just in our homes but on the culture as a whole. 

While the modern day Babylon we inhabit may cause us to want to hide away, we still have a call as Christians to stay salty and be lit.

NOTES & RESOURCES

More in this Series

Original Article with Footnotes

Scripture Referenced in Episode 

  • Daniel 1-6
  • Jeremiah 28-29
  • Jeremiah 29:4-7 (Settle Down in Babylon)
  • Jeremiah 29:11 (God's plans for you)
  • Matthew 5:1-6 (salt, light, lamp stands and hill tops)
  • Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 2:12, Colossians 4:6 (how to be salty and stay lit)

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We are at the half-way point of our Acts of Courageous Homemaking series today. 

We’ve discussed how God’s sovereignty is the foundation for our courage. 

We looked at the importance of being informed and how to find trustworthy sources.

And last week we talked about keeping the home fires burning; that is homemaking as an act of resistance and defiance of the enemy in a spiritual war zone. 

Today I’m going to talk about the impact we have as homemakers not just in our homes but on the culture as a whole. 

While the modern day Babylon we inhabit may cause us to want to hide away, we still have a call as Christians to stay salty and be lit.

NOTES & RESOURCES

More in this Series

Original Article with Footnotes

Scripture Referenced in Episode 

  • Daniel 1-6
  • Jeremiah 28-29
  • Jeremiah 29:4-7 (Settle Down in Babylon)
  • Jeremiah 29:11 (God's plans for you)
  • Matthew 5:1-6 (salt, light, lamp stands and hill tops)
  • Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 2:12, Colossians 4:6 (how to be salty and stay lit)

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18677360 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 752 27 11 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jazmine Wyland Homemaker Portrait | Jazmine Wyland Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Hey Homemaker!

We kick off this episode with a few updates and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Then we jump into a brand new homemaker portrait.

I am chatting with Jazmine Wyland who is making a home with Matthew, her husband of 2 years, and their 17-year-old foster son. Jazmine shares her journey of the past 10 years beginning when she left home to live in her pastor’s family’s basement apartment, through becoming a newlywed with BIG expectations and idealized visions of home that were immediately challenged by the reality and unpredictability of married life. 

Jazmine’s story is a beautiful reminder that home isn’t found in perfect homemaking, but rather in present homemaking. That is, in being flexible, intentional and resourceful to create an atmosphere and a space where you and your people feel at home and can connect with one another whatever your present circumstances.

NOTES & LINKS

Full show notes on the blog, theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Jazmine Wyland". Includes a recipe from Jazmine featuring her signature flavor: Blueberry Lemon Shortbread Bars

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/being-present-in-homemaking-with-jazmine-wyland

Mother-in-Law/Daughter-in-Law Relationship Survey, https://forms.gle/TMchcyYD7DM7vawD8

The Homemaker's Journal Magazine News and Updates, theartofhomepodcast.com/subscribe

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Hey Homemaker!

We kick off this episode with a few updates and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Then we jump into a brand new homemaker portrait.

I am chatting with Jazmine Wyland who is making a home with Matthew, her husband of 2 years, and their 17-year-old foster son. Jazmine shares her journey of the past 10 years beginning when she left home to live in her pastor’s family’s basement apartment, through becoming a newlywed with BIG expectations and idealized visions of home that were immediately challenged by the reality and unpredictability of married life. 

Jazmine’s story is a beautiful reminder that home isn’t found in perfect homemaking, but rather in present homemaking. That is, in being flexible, intentional and resourceful to create an atmosphere and a space where you and your people feel at home and can connect with one another whatever your present circumstances.

NOTES & LINKS

Full show notes on the blog, theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Jazmine Wyland". Includes a recipe from Jazmine featuring her signature flavor: Blueberry Lemon Shortbread Bars

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/being-present-in-homemaking-with-jazmine-wyland

Mother-in-Law/Daughter-in-Law Relationship Survey, https://forms.gle/TMchcyYD7DM7vawD8

The Homemaker's Journal Magazine News and Updates, theartofhomepodcast.com/subscribe

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18659435 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 4033 27 10 full false Monday Motivation #48 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #2, Keep the Home Fires Burning Monday Motivation #48 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking #2, Keep the Home Fires Burning Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are continuing the Acts of Courageous Homemaking series today, with act #2; Keep the Home Fires Burning. We’ve already talked about the foundation of our courageous homemaking, God’s Sovereignty, and act #1, being an informed homemaker and today we will discuss how homemaking is an act of resistance in a spiritual war zone .

Today’s Monday Motivation was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail, October 4th, 2024.

NOTES & LINKS

Acts of Courageous Homemaking Series

MM#46 Our Foundation for Courageous Homemaking; God's Sovereignty

MM#47 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #1; Be Informed


Scripture from Today's Episode

All scripture quoted in this episode is from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.

Our Spiritual Enemies: Ephesians 6:12

Christ's Victory over Our Enemies: Colossians 2:14-15

More then Conquerors in Christ: Romans 8:1-4, 31-39

Spreading Christ's Fragrance: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Fill Your Home with Truth: Deuteronomy 6:7-9

Life-Giving Words: Proverbs 18:21

The Battle Plan & The Armor of God: Ephesians 6:10-18 

Do Not Be Anxious, Pray: Philippians 4:6-7

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We are continuing the Acts of Courageous Homemaking series today, with act #2; Keep the Home Fires Burning. We’ve already talked about the foundation of our courageous homemaking, God’s Sovereignty, and act #1, being an informed homemaker and today we will discuss how homemaking is an act of resistance in a spiritual war zone .

Today’s Monday Motivation was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail, October 4th, 2024.

NOTES & LINKS

Acts of Courageous Homemaking Series

MM#46 Our Foundation for Courageous Homemaking; God's Sovereignty

MM#47 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #1; Be Informed


Scripture from Today's Episode

All scripture quoted in this episode is from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.

Our Spiritual Enemies: Ephesians 6:12

Christ's Victory over Our Enemies: Colossians 2:14-15

More then Conquerors in Christ: Romans 8:1-4, 31-39

Spreading Christ's Fragrance: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Fill Your Home with Truth: Deuteronomy 6:7-9

Life-Giving Words: Proverbs 18:21

The Battle Plan & The Armor of God: Ephesians 6:10-18 

Do Not Be Anxious, Pray: Philippians 4:6-7

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18644556 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 663 27 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Amanda Webb Homemaker Portrait | Amanda Webb Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Amanda Webb, who is no stranger to homemaking in unexpected and challenging circumstances. 

Just a few years into her marriage, her husband, Jonathan, was diagnosed with chronic leukemia, which among other things, prevents him from working a regular 9-5 job to provide for the family. 

They have had to get creative with cutting expenses, finding streams of income and shifting traditional household roles and responsibilities to meet their family’s needs . 

Amanda has much wisdom and valuable perspective to share. Whatever your homemaking circumstances you will walk away from her interview with insight to help your own practice of the art of home. 

NOTES & LINKS

Full Show Notes on the Blog; theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Amanda Webb"

Connect with Amanda

Instagram @JonathanNAmandaWebb

In Dallas Area? Check out the Webb's bakery, Taste & See Sourdough. Place orders, sign up for classes, check market schedule. Support small businesses! tasteandseesourdough.com 

MAIL BAG:

BOOKS MENTIONED:

You Who: Why You Matter and How to Deal With It by Rachael Jankovic

Eve in Exile: The Restoration of Femininity by Rebekah Merkle

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I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Amanda Webb, who is no stranger to homemaking in unexpected and challenging circumstances. 

Just a few years into her marriage, her husband, Jonathan, was diagnosed with chronic leukemia, which among other things, prevents him from working a regular 9-5 job to provide for the family. 

They have had to get creative with cutting expenses, finding streams of income and shifting traditional household roles and responsibilities to meet their family’s needs . 

Amanda has much wisdom and valuable perspective to share. Whatever your homemaking circumstances you will walk away from her interview with insight to help your own practice of the art of home. 

NOTES & LINKS

Full Show Notes on the Blog; theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Amanda Webb"

Connect with Amanda

Instagram @JonathanNAmandaWebb

In Dallas Area? Check out the Webb's bakery, Taste & See Sourdough. Place orders, sign up for classes, check market schedule. Support small businesses! tasteandseesourdough.com 

MAIL BAG:

BOOKS MENTIONED:

You Who: Why You Matter and How to Deal With It by Rachael Jankovic

Eve in Exile: The Restoration of Femininity by Rebekah Merkle

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18620600 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 3611 27 8 full false Monday Motivation #47 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking; Be Informed Monday Motivation #47 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking; Be Informed Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In a world of hot takes and subjective partisan media it is very easy to become goaded or feel defeated by the inflammatory stories, reels and    “reporting” that floods our screens day after day. How can we responsibly be informed about what is happening in our nation and around the world without become inflamed, apathetic, or isolationist? 

It starts by being the gatekeeper of your own mind and home like the Bereans who tested everything, even Paul's teachings, against the truth of God’s Word. Then by cultivating characteristics of an informed homemaker and seeking out trusted sources.

These are the steps covered by The Art of Home’s resources released in the fall of 2024 just before the last presidential election. Today’s Monday Motivation complies the top takeaways of those resources.


NOTES & LINKS

Related Art of Home Episodes

FULL SHOW NOTES WITH ALL RESOURCE LINKS: theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "MM47"

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In a world of hot takes and subjective partisan media it is very easy to become goaded or feel defeated by the inflammatory stories, reels and    “reporting” that floods our screens day after day. How can we responsibly be informed about what is happening in our nation and around the world without become inflamed, apathetic, or isolationist? 

It starts by being the gatekeeper of your own mind and home like the Bereans who tested everything, even Paul's teachings, against the truth of God’s Word. Then by cultivating characteristics of an informed homemaker and seeking out trusted sources.

These are the steps covered by The Art of Home’s resources released in the fall of 2024 just before the last presidential election. Today’s Monday Motivation complies the top takeaways of those resources.


NOTES & LINKS

Related Art of Home Episodes

FULL SHOW NOTES WITH ALL RESOURCE LINKS: theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "MM47"

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18598211 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1158 27 7 full false Homemaker Portrait | Pam Stockdale Homemaker Portrait | Pam Stockdale Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with seasoned homemaker of 45 years, Pam Stockdale. Pam was nominated by her daughter, Kristen Howard, who was a guest on The Art of Home several years and ago and who has written a few pieces for our newsletter. 

Pam is genuine, forthright and her love for her husband, home and family is only outshined by her love for Jesus. We talk about her whirlwind romance/courtship and engagement with Jim…believe me , you’ve never heard one quite like theirs! 

Then we cover their time as traveling evangelists, horse trainers, ranchers and even airplane owners spanning 45 years of married life as well as Pam’s reflections on how being raised by her widowed father and some influential women in her life shaped the homemaker she became. 

Through it all, God has bent His ear time and again to Pam’s prayers and provided answers to questions she didn’t even know to ask, because He is that good. His provision has allowed Pam & Jim to "live loud and wide open," staying rooted in the things that matter most. 

RESOURCES & LINKS

Show Notes blog post with Pam's biscuit recipe! theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "Pam Stockdale"

Pam's Book: Snapshots: Moments Captured in a Flash 

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I am chatting with seasoned homemaker of 45 years, Pam Stockdale. Pam was nominated by her daughter, Kristen Howard, who was a guest on The Art of Home several years and ago and who has written a few pieces for our newsletter. 

Pam is genuine, forthright and her love for her husband, home and family is only outshined by her love for Jesus. We talk about her whirlwind romance/courtship and engagement with Jim…believe me , you’ve never heard one quite like theirs! 

Then we cover their time as traveling evangelists, horse trainers, ranchers and even airplane owners spanning 45 years of married life as well as Pam’s reflections on how being raised by her widowed father and some influential women in her life shaped the homemaker she became. 

Through it all, God has bent His ear time and again to Pam’s prayers and provided answers to questions she didn’t even know to ask, because He is that good. His provision has allowed Pam & Jim to "live loud and wide open," staying rooted in the things that matter most. 

RESOURCES & LINKS

Show Notes blog post with Pam's biscuit recipe! theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "Pam Stockdale"

Pam's Book: Snapshots: Moments Captured in a Flash 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18580665 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 4590 27 6 full false Monday Motivation #46 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking; Our Foundation Monday Motivation #46 | Acts of Courageous Homemaking; Our Foundation Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today marks the beginning of a 6-part series on Acts of Courageous Homemaking. Today we will look at our foundation for courageous homemaking in a crazy world and then each proceeding week will look at 5 specific acts of courageous homemaking. 

As we embark on a new year and already the cultural, political and global chaos threatens our peace and even our sense of security, I hope you will join us each Monday to be be inspired and equipped to practice these acts of courageous homemaking. 

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Today marks the beginning of a 6-part series on Acts of Courageous Homemaking. Today we will look at our foundation for courageous homemaking in a crazy world and then each proceeding week will look at 5 specific acts of courageous homemaking. 

As we embark on a new year and already the cultural, political and global chaos threatens our peace and even our sense of security, I hope you will join us each Monday to be be inspired and equipped to practice these acts of courageous homemaking. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18558040 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 774 27 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Colleen Rockwell Homemaker Portrait | Colleen Rockwell Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for the first Homemaker Portrait of 2026. I'm chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker, Colleen Rockwell, about homemaking, homesteading and homeschooling. After working many years as a full-time nurse, Colleen left her job to stay home with her 3 children. They moved to a more rural area, got some animals, started homeschooling and haven't looked back. 

Colleen admits, "My biggest challenge was, and still is, running my home smoothly, learning the best systems to clean, cook, and preserve food." We cover all of this and more in her story of home. Be sure to listen till the end for this episode's emoji. :) 


NOTES & RESOURCES

Full show notes will be up on the blog soon! 

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

Connect with Colleen | @littleridgeacres

Mentioned in This Episode:

Passionate Penny Pincher Planners

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Join me for the first Homemaker Portrait of 2026. I'm chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker, Colleen Rockwell, about homemaking, homesteading and homeschooling. After working many years as a full-time nurse, Colleen left her job to stay home with her 3 children. They moved to a more rural area, got some animals, started homeschooling and haven't looked back. 

Colleen admits, "My biggest challenge was, and still is, running my home smoothly, learning the best systems to clean, cook, and preserve food." We cover all of this and more in her story of home. Be sure to listen till the end for this episode's emoji. :) 


NOTES & RESOURCES

Full show notes will be up on the blog soon! 

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

Connect with Colleen | @littleridgeacres

Mentioned in This Episode:

Passionate Penny Pincher Planners

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18543235 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 3158 27 4 full false Monday Motivation #45 | Homemaker Culture in Winter: A Time for the Makers Monday Motivation #45 | Homemaker Culture in Winter: A Time for the Makers Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Historically, for homemakers, winter was not a time of inactivity, but of different activity; making and mending, close to the hearth, to prepare for the busier days of spring, summer and fall. 

Today I want to share some ideas for cultivating your soul, mind and skills through the practice of winter homemaker culture.

Full Show Notes on the Blog: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

More On Homemaker Culture:

Monday Motivation #6; Cultivating a Creative Life

Monday Motivation #29; Nature Study & Journaling

Monday Motivation #30; An Artful Life

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Historically, for homemakers, winter was not a time of inactivity, but of different activity; making and mending, close to the hearth, to prepare for the busier days of spring, summer and fall. 

Today I want to share some ideas for cultivating your soul, mind and skills through the practice of winter homemaker culture.

Full Show Notes on the Blog: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

More On Homemaker Culture:

Monday Motivation #6; Cultivating a Creative Life

Monday Motivation #29; Nature Study & Journaling

Monday Motivation #30; An Artful Life

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18464536 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 844 27 3 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Planning Your Homemaking Year Homemaking Deep Dive | Planning Your Homemaking Year Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, Jessica Fisher is going to share her system for planning the year ahead with purpose, not to do more and be more, but to align our monthly, weekly and daily rhythms with our values, our strengths and the path of faithful stewardship God has called us to for His glory and our good. 

In This Episode:

How this planning benefits your marriage and your walk with God.

Prevent emotionalism from sabotaging progress and growth.

5 Steps to Planning Your Homemaking Year. 


SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES

For full episode notes and resource links see corresponding blog post at theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "planning your homemaking year."

Connect with Jessica   

goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

The Print & Go Planner (basis for today's episode)

Related Blog Posts from Jessica

A Self-Assessment for a New Year 

Principles & Goals 

Future Thinking 

Dreaming for the Future 


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Today, Jessica Fisher is going to share her system for planning the year ahead with purpose, not to do more and be more, but to align our monthly, weekly and daily rhythms with our values, our strengths and the path of faithful stewardship God has called us to for His glory and our good. 

In This Episode:

How this planning benefits your marriage and your walk with God.

Prevent emotionalism from sabotaging progress and growth.

5 Steps to Planning Your Homemaking Year. 


SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES

For full episode notes and resource links see corresponding blog post at theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "planning your homemaking year."

Connect with Jessica   

goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

The Print & Go Planner (basis for today's episode)

Related Blog Posts from Jessica

A Self-Assessment for a New Year 

Principles & Goals 

Future Thinking 

Dreaming for the Future 


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18503228 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 4536 planning, new year, goals, priorities, selective attention, Jessica Fisher 27 2 full false Monday Motivation #44 | All in Good Time; Gently Entering a New Year Monday Motivation #44 | All in Good Time; Gently Entering a New Year Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to the first Monday Motivation of Season 27, our Winter 2026 season of The Art of Home. I am here this cold January morning to motivate you, NOT to jump into New Year, New You plans with all of your might, but rather to enter the New Year from a place of rest and reflection. 

Think About It Questions:

  • How do you typically spend January? What do you focus on in your homemaking?
  • If you are tempted to skip the second half of winter and jump headlong into all the self and home improvement projects, what can you do enter the New Year more gently, from a place of rest?
  • Consider the practice of reflection before resolution. What worked well in your 2025 homemaking? What did not work well? What would you like to leave behind in 2025 and what would you like to bring with you into 2026?

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Welcome to the first Monday Motivation of Season 27, our Winter 2026 season of The Art of Home. I am here this cold January morning to motivate you, NOT to jump into New Year, New You plans with all of your might, but rather to enter the New Year from a place of rest and reflection. 

Think About It Questions:

  • How do you typically spend January? What do you focus on in your homemaking?
  • If you are tempted to skip the second half of winter and jump headlong into all the self and home improvement projects, what can you do enter the New Year more gently, from a place of rest?
  • Consider the practice of reflection before resolution. What worked well in your 2025 homemaking? What did not work well? What would you like to leave behind in 2025 and what would you like to bring with you into 2026?

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18463078 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 670 27 1 full false Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 5 Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 5 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It's our last episode of 2025! I've got FIVE more holiday stories of home for you from Heather Price, Jessica Fisher, Mallori Tinkler, Rosemary Young, and Abigail Dodds. I also have a warning for you about holding traditions loosely in my last Traditions and Time Together segment.

Notes & Resources are on the Blog: theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "Holiday Homemaking 2025 Week 5"

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It's our last episode of 2025! I've got FIVE more holiday stories of home for you from Heather Price, Jessica Fisher, Mallori Tinkler, Rosemary Young, and Abigail Dodds. I also have a warning for you about holding traditions loosely in my last Traditions and Time Together segment.

Notes & Resources are on the Blog: theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "Holiday Homemaking 2025 Week 5"

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18327911 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 3857 26 18 full false Monday Motivation #43 | Advent Reflections: Love for the Homemaker Monday Motivation #43 | Advent Reflections: Love for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s episode I am bringing you a reflection from former guest and writer, Jeanette Rath, a young homemaker disenchanted with the commercial trappings and hustle of our culture’s version of Christmas. 

It’s in the sacrificial love of the home where her joy and hope in the season are restored. 

And I have another essay of mine for you to cap off our 2025 season of Advent reflections. So, enjoy these short little stories as you do some christmas shopping or deck the halls.

NOTES & RESOURCES:

FREE 2025 Daily Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, "There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays" and "The Greatest of These is Love"

Other Episodes featuring Today's Writers

Jeanette Rath's Homemaker Portrait, S7:E2

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In today’s episode I am bringing you a reflection from former guest and writer, Jeanette Rath, a young homemaker disenchanted with the commercial trappings and hustle of our culture’s version of Christmas. 

It’s in the sacrificial love of the home where her joy and hope in the season are restored. 

And I have another essay of mine for you to cap off our 2025 season of Advent reflections. So, enjoy these short little stories as you do some christmas shopping or deck the halls.

NOTES & RESOURCES:

FREE 2025 Daily Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, "There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays" and "The Greatest of These is Love"

Other Episodes featuring Today's Writers

Jeanette Rath's Homemaker Portrait, S7:E2

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18307343 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 851 26 17 full false Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 4 Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 4 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode, I am bringing you holiday stories of home from 4 guests you heard from this past year; Mindy Heiner, Amber Reesor, Jayme Cherry and Jenny Nanninga. 

I share some tips for hosting an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and I have a holiday poem for you. 

Be sure to listen till the end for the episode emoji if you want that gold star. ⭐️

NOTES & LINKS

All resources, links and recipes will be on the companion blog post. theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Holiday Homemaking 2025 Week 4" 

Take Peace! A Corgi Cottage Christmas (Tasha Tudor) available on YouTube for $2


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In this episode, I am bringing you holiday stories of home from 4 guests you heard from this past year; Mindy Heiner, Amber Reesor, Jayme Cherry and Jenny Nanninga. 

I share some tips for hosting an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and I have a holiday poem for you. 

Be sure to listen till the end for the episode emoji if you want that gold star. ⭐️

NOTES & LINKS

All resources, links and recipes will be on the companion blog post. theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Holiday Homemaking 2025 Week 4" 

Take Peace! A Corgi Cottage Christmas (Tasha Tudor) available on YouTube for $2


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18288450 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4913 26 16 full false Monday Motivation #42 | Advent Reflections, Joy for the Homemaker Monday Motivation #42 | Advent Reflections, Joy for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s Monday motivation you’ll hear two articles reflecting on the third theme of Advent, Joy. The first, written by Karen Sheppard about Finding Joy in Jesus at the Table and second, a little reflection from me about finding joy in homemaking, which you may have heard in last year’s Holiday Homemaking Week 3, but it bears repeating. Karen’s article was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail December 2023 and mine in Homemaker Happy Mail December 2022.

FREE Daily Advent Guide: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, Finding Joy in Jesus at the Table and Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart.

Other Advent Reflection Episodes 2025

Week 1 Hope

Week 2 Peace

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In today’s Monday motivation you’ll hear two articles reflecting on the third theme of Advent, Joy. The first, written by Karen Sheppard about Finding Joy in Jesus at the Table and second, a little reflection from me about finding joy in homemaking, which you may have heard in last year’s Holiday Homemaking Week 3, but it bears repeating. Karen’s article was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail December 2023 and mine in Homemaker Happy Mail December 2022.

FREE Daily Advent Guide: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, Finding Joy in Jesus at the Table and Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart.

Other Advent Reflection Episodes 2025

Week 1 Hope

Week 2 Peace

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18272619 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 875 26 15 full false Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 3 Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 3 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

🎄Welcome to Week 3 of Holiday Homemaking 2025! 🎉

You will be hearing holiday stories of home from past guests Laura Ruoff, Rachael Bomsta, Georgetta Christinsen, Caitlin McCormick and Mystie Winckler. 

I will continue my series on Traditions and Togetherness with some tips for hosting a Ladies Christmas Tea. 

NOTES & RESOURCES

Recipes, notes, links and resources are on the Blog! 

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/holiday-homemaking-2025-week-3

Allison's Update

No new episodes next week. Happy Thanksgiving! Holiday Homemaking returns December 1st.

Seasonal Art of Home Publication (Magazine?) 

  • What would you call it?
  • What would you like to see in this type of publication?
  • Send me a text 👆 or an email!

ADVENT starts November 30th! Get your FREE daily Advent guide. 🕯️

Poems:

  • The Oxen by Thomas Hardy, originally published in the London Times, 1915, public domain
  • The Christmas Silence by Margaret Deland, originally published in The Chicago Ledger, 1914, public domain

Music:

All music is royalty free and licensing purchased through Envato.

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🎄Welcome to Week 3 of Holiday Homemaking 2025! 🎉

You will be hearing holiday stories of home from past guests Laura Ruoff, Rachael Bomsta, Georgetta Christinsen, Caitlin McCormick and Mystie Winckler. 

I will continue my series on Traditions and Togetherness with some tips for hosting a Ladies Christmas Tea. 

NOTES & RESOURCES

Recipes, notes, links and resources are on the Blog! 

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/holiday-homemaking-2025-week-3

Allison's Update

No new episodes next week. Happy Thanksgiving! Holiday Homemaking returns December 1st.

Seasonal Art of Home Publication (Magazine?) 

  • What would you call it?
  • What would you like to see in this type of publication?
  • Send me a text 👆 or an email!

ADVENT starts November 30th! Get your FREE daily Advent guide. 🕯️

Poems:

  • The Oxen by Thomas Hardy, originally published in the London Times, 1915, public domain
  • The Christmas Silence by Margaret Deland, originally published in The Chicago Ledger, 1914, public domain

Music:

All music is royalty free and licensing purchased through Envato.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18214157 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 5057 26 14 full false Monday Motivation #41 | Advent Reflections: Peace for the Homemaker Monday Motivation #41 | Advent Reflections: Peace for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Happy Monday, Homemaker! We are continuing our Advent Reflections series with two articles on the second theme of Advent, peace, written by homemakers just like you. 

These two articles are meant to encourage you to reflect on our Prince of Peace, Jesus. His "peace that passes all understanding" makes a difference in your day to day homemaking because it is a peace not dependent on circumstances. 

 In the first article, Peace, Sarah Beaugh shares how Christ's peace sustained her through the long months of her husband's unemployment. 

 And in Experiencing Peace in the Season, Naomi Fata gives some very practical and actionable steps to "enter the peace of the season, rather than feeling dragged through the season."

NOTES & LINKS

Read these two reflections in full over on the blog @ theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "Advent Peace".

FREE Daily Advent Guide

Connect with Sarah

website | sarahbeaugh.com

instagram | @sarah.beaugh

Connect with Naomi

website | naomifata.net

instagram | @naomifata

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Happy Monday, Homemaker! We are continuing our Advent Reflections series with two articles on the second theme of Advent, peace, written by homemakers just like you. 

These two articles are meant to encourage you to reflect on our Prince of Peace, Jesus. His "peace that passes all understanding" makes a difference in your day to day homemaking because it is a peace not dependent on circumstances. 

 In the first article, Peace, Sarah Beaugh shares how Christ's peace sustained her through the long months of her husband's unemployment. 

 And in Experiencing Peace in the Season, Naomi Fata gives some very practical and actionable steps to "enter the peace of the season, rather than feeling dragged through the season."

NOTES & LINKS

Read these two reflections in full over on the blog @ theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "Advent Peace".

FREE Daily Advent Guide

Connect with Sarah

website | sarahbeaugh.com

instagram | @sarah.beaugh

Connect with Naomi

website | naomifata.net

instagram | @naomifata

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18192662 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 974 26 13 full false Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 2 Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s episode, I am sharing 4 holiday stories of home from guests featured this year on the podcast. You will hear from Emily Baxter, Charity Gibson, Cara Semler and Bess Hawthorne as they share their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes, favorites and more. 

You will also hear a special piece from former guest, Kristen Howard, called Skipping Christmas. And I am sharing more about Traditions & Time Together with a segment on setting up 12 Dates of Christmas with your husband. It is a very full episode, so I’m sure you will gather lots of ideas to inspire your own holiday homemaking. 

EPISODE NOTES

All of the resources from this episode including recipes, photos and printable downloads are on the companion blog post. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Holiday Homemaking 2025".

CONNECT WITH OUR FEATURED GUESTS

Emily Baxter Substack 

Charity Gibson | website

Kristen Howard | homesweethome.blog

Bess Hawthorne | Come Over for Dinner Podcast | Instagram

Hear more from each guest on their homemaker portraits. Go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast and search their name.

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In today’s episode, I am sharing 4 holiday stories of home from guests featured this year on the podcast. You will hear from Emily Baxter, Charity Gibson, Cara Semler and Bess Hawthorne as they share their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes, favorites and more. 

You will also hear a special piece from former guest, Kristen Howard, called Skipping Christmas. And I am sharing more about Traditions & Time Together with a segment on setting up 12 Dates of Christmas with your husband. It is a very full episode, so I’m sure you will gather lots of ideas to inspire your own holiday homemaking. 

EPISODE NOTES

All of the resources from this episode including recipes, photos and printable downloads are on the companion blog post. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Holiday Homemaking 2025".

CONNECT WITH OUR FEATURED GUESTS

Emily Baxter Substack 

Charity Gibson | website

Kristen Howard | homesweethome.blog

Bess Hawthorne | Come Over for Dinner Podcast | Instagram

Hear more from each guest on their homemaker portraits. Go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast and search their name.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18173737 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4459 26 12 full false Monday Motivation #40 | Advent Reflections: Hope for the Homemaker Monday Motivation #40 | Advent Reflections: Hope for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to the first Holiday edition of Monday Motivation!

For the next few Monday’s I will be sharing with you some inspirational Advent themed articles written by past guests of The Art of Home. These ladies are homemakers just like you who are sharing their reflections on the four themes of Advent; hope, peace, joy and love.

In this episode, you’ll hear 2 articles reflecting on the first theme of Advent-Hope. First, Tiffany Harris lights a Flame of Hope for the homemaker. Then, Amber Davis encourages us to focus on the Advent of Hope, the birth of Jesus the Messiah, our Living Hope.

FREE 2025 Daily Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, Flame of Hope & Advent of Hope

Other Episodes featuring Today's Writers

Tiffany Harris's Homemaker Portrait, S15:E2

Amber Davis's Homemaker Portrait, S7:E6

Deep Dive Bible Study (Amber Davis), S23:E2

Deep Dive Prayer (Amber Davis), S25:E6

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Welcome to the first Holiday edition of Monday Motivation!

For the next few Monday’s I will be sharing with you some inspirational Advent themed articles written by past guests of The Art of Home. These ladies are homemakers just like you who are sharing their reflections on the four themes of Advent; hope, peace, joy and love.

In this episode, you’ll hear 2 articles reflecting on the first theme of Advent-Hope. First, Tiffany Harris lights a Flame of Hope for the homemaker. Then, Amber Davis encourages us to focus on the Advent of Hope, the birth of Jesus the Messiah, our Living Hope.

FREE 2025 Daily Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

Companion Blog Post with Full Articles, Flame of Hope & Advent of Hope

Other Episodes featuring Today's Writers

Tiffany Harris's Homemaker Portrait, S15:E2

Amber Davis's Homemaker Portrait, S7:E6

Deep Dive Bible Study (Amber Davis), S23:E2

Deep Dive Prayer (Amber Davis), S25:E6

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18157961 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 860 26 11 full false Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 1: Favorites with Friends Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 1: Favorites with Friends Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It's finally here!! I'm so excited to kick off our 5th annual Holiday Homemaking series with this very special episode featuring some of my dear friends.

I am joined by Sarah Hackleman, Lauren Rice, Kathlena Rule and Kelsey Myers to talk about all things Christmas. I am asking these ladies all of the usual Christmas interview questions, we do a real time taste test of our favorite sweet treats and we all share 3 favorite things we think would make great gifts to give or to receive. I am also sharing the first of my tip segments on Traditions & Time Together.

Grab some hot cocoa and settle in for a nice long holiday chat!

NOTES & LINKS

Full episode notes and links, including treat recipes, photos, links for all the favorites, and my family weekend templates are on the companion blog post. 

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "favorites with friends 2025"


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It's finally here!! I'm so excited to kick off our 5th annual Holiday Homemaking series with this very special episode featuring some of my dear friends.

I am joined by Sarah Hackleman, Lauren Rice, Kathlena Rule and Kelsey Myers to talk about all things Christmas. I am asking these ladies all of the usual Christmas interview questions, we do a real time taste test of our favorite sweet treats and we all share 3 favorite things we think would make great gifts to give or to receive. I am also sharing the first of my tip segments on Traditions & Time Together.

Grab some hot cocoa and settle in for a nice long holiday chat!

NOTES & LINKS

Full episode notes and links, including treat recipes, photos, links for all the favorites, and my family weekend templates are on the companion blog post. 

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "favorites with friends 2025"


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18135080 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 6004 26 10 full false Monday Motivation #39 | Kick off the Holidays with a Gratitude Tree Monday Motivation #39 | Kick off the Holidays with a Gratitude Tree Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Do you put your tree up early? 

Looking for a way to cultivate thankfulness this holiday season? 

Turn your unadorned tree into a Gratitude Tree for the month of November!

Whether you use your unadorned Christmas tree, a cutting from the yard or a tree made from pipe cleaners, a Gratitude Tree can help center your heart on the faithfulness and goodness of God.

In This Episode:

Why I Decorate Early & Slowly

How I Keep the Fall Vibes Going with my Gratitude Tree

How to Make Your Own Gratitude Tree & Keepsake Book

NOTES & LINKS

Full show notes with photos and resource links on the blog, theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "MM39"

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Do you put your tree up early? 

Looking for a way to cultivate thankfulness this holiday season? 

Turn your unadorned tree into a Gratitude Tree for the month of November!

Whether you use your unadorned Christmas tree, a cutting from the yard or a tree made from pipe cleaners, a Gratitude Tree can help center your heart on the faithfulness and goodness of God.

In This Episode:

Why I Decorate Early & Slowly

How I Keep the Fall Vibes Going with my Gratitude Tree

How to Make Your Own Gratitude Tree & Keepsake Book

NOTES & LINKS

Full show notes with photos and resource links on the blog, theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "MM39"

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18113684 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 533 26 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jenny Nanninga Homemaker Portrait | Jenny Nanninga Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this final Homemaker Portrait of 2025, I am chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker and mama to 5 girls, Jenny Nanninga. 

I loved this conversation with Jenny. She is so wise, funny, and really, she's an open book. She candidly shares her struggles to accept and adjust to life in a 700 square foot home with 5 girls and one bathroom. Though God blessed them 2 years ago with a larger home, Jenny values her time in the tiny house because she learned so much about contentment and creative homemaking there. 

She fiercely defends the value of homemaking to anyone who will listen, but most importantly to her girls and she is training them not just in the practical skills of the home but in valuing the work of the homemaker. 

We cover all the usual ground of strengths, weaknesses, influences, wins, fails and more. 

NOTES & LINKS

For Full Show Notes, including Jenny's favorites and Signature Dish, go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jenny Nanninga"

Connect with Jenny

Etsy (for Nature Group Start Up Guide and more!)

Instagram @bloom.wild.schoolhouse

Articles in Focus on the Family and Brio

The Joyful Life articles

Bloom Wild Girls, Podcast for Tween & Teen Girls | Apple | Spotify | Instagram

Mentioned in this Episode

Books: A Lantern in Her Hand by Bess Streeter Aldrich 

Mother Carey's Chickens by Kate Douglas Wiggin

Power Paste Grout Cleaner

FREE Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

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In this final Homemaker Portrait of 2025, I am chatting with In-the-Trenches homemaker and mama to 5 girls, Jenny Nanninga. 

I loved this conversation with Jenny. She is so wise, funny, and really, she's an open book. She candidly shares her struggles to accept and adjust to life in a 700 square foot home with 5 girls and one bathroom. Though God blessed them 2 years ago with a larger home, Jenny values her time in the tiny house because she learned so much about contentment and creative homemaking there. 

She fiercely defends the value of homemaking to anyone who will listen, but most importantly to her girls and she is training them not just in the practical skills of the home but in valuing the work of the homemaker. 

We cover all the usual ground of strengths, weaknesses, influences, wins, fails and more. 

NOTES & LINKS

For Full Show Notes, including Jenny's favorites and Signature Dish, go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jenny Nanninga"

Connect with Jenny

Etsy (for Nature Group Start Up Guide and more!)

Instagram @bloom.wild.schoolhouse

Articles in Focus on the Family and Brio

The Joyful Life articles

Bloom Wild Girls, Podcast for Tween & Teen Girls | Apple | Spotify | Instagram

Mentioned in this Episode

Books: A Lantern in Her Hand by Bess Streeter Aldrich 

Mother Carey's Chickens by Kate Douglas Wiggin

Power Paste Grout Cleaner

FREE Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmas

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18091152 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5266 26 8 full false Monday Motivation #38 | Making Room in Your Heart Monday Motivation #38 | Making Room in Your Heart Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

🎄Today we are wrapping up 😉 the "Making Room" series with a look at making room in your heart for Christmas.

 We've talked about Making Room in Your Home for gracious hospitality, Making Room in Your Budget for generous giving, and Making Room in Your Schedule for savoring the season. 

In this episode we are talking about Advent. Specifically, how the Good News of Christ's first and second advents (or arrivals) fuel our hope, peace, joy and love at Christmas and every other day of the year. 


NOTES & LINKS

Need to talk about receiving a new heart? Text me 👆and include your name and email address!!! Or send me an email contact@theartofhomepodcast.com.

FREE Advent Study Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/Christmas

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🎄Today we are wrapping up 😉 the "Making Room" series with a look at making room in your heart for Christmas.

 We've talked about Making Room in Your Home for gracious hospitality, Making Room in Your Budget for generous giving, and Making Room in Your Schedule for savoring the season. 

In this episode we are talking about Advent. Specifically, how the Good News of Christ's first and second advents (or arrivals) fuel our hope, peace, joy and love at Christmas and every other day of the year. 


NOTES & LINKS

Need to talk about receiving a new heart? Text me 👆and include your name and email address!!! Or send me an email contact@theartofhomepodcast.com.

FREE Advent Study Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/Christmas

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18082313 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500 668 26 7 full false Homemaker Portrait | Caitlin McCormick Homemaker Portrait | Caitlin McCormick Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Caitlin McCormick, about her experience keeping a home full time and homeschooling her 3 children. 

Married to Seth, a hospital Chaplin, for 7 years, together they are raising 2 toddlers and 1 teenager. After both of their first marriages dissolved due to abuse and unfaithfulness, Caitlin and Seth feel immense gratitude to God for this 2nd chance at a redemptive marriage, that is, a marriage built on God’s good design for living together as a family. 

I have found another thrifting soul sister in Caitlin and we chat about our recent best thrift finds to kick off this great homemaking conversation. 

Caitlin loves her family, she loves homemaking and she is passionate about infusing all of her life with her love for Jesus, something that comes out loud and clear in this interview.

NOTES & LINKS

All Show Notes + Recipes at theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "Caitlin McCormick"

Deep Dive Identity with Susan Macias

MM #14, Homemaker Identity, Pt 1

MM#15, Rehab For Your Heart, Identity Pt 2

Invade by Watermark

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I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Caitlin McCormick, about her experience keeping a home full time and homeschooling her 3 children. 

Married to Seth, a hospital Chaplin, for 7 years, together they are raising 2 toddlers and 1 teenager. After both of their first marriages dissolved due to abuse and unfaithfulness, Caitlin and Seth feel immense gratitude to God for this 2nd chance at a redemptive marriage, that is, a marriage built on God’s good design for living together as a family. 

I have found another thrifting soul sister in Caitlin and we chat about our recent best thrift finds to kick off this great homemaking conversation. 

Caitlin loves her family, she loves homemaking and she is passionate about infusing all of her life with her love for Jesus, something that comes out loud and clear in this interview.

NOTES & LINKS

All Show Notes + Recipes at theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "Caitlin McCormick"

Deep Dive Identity with Susan Macias

MM #14, Homemaker Identity, Pt 1

MM#15, Rehab For Your Heart, Identity Pt 2

Invade by Watermark

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18052286 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5073 26 6 full false Monday Motivation #37 | Making Room in Your Schedule Monday Motivation #37 | Making Room in Your Schedule Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

How many times have you come to the end of the holiday season feeling like December went by in a blur of pointless activity and stress?

Today I want to encourage you to take time early on to be thoughtful and purposeful with your holiday schedule. I will give you some tips on how to hold a family meeting and do some backwards planning so that you can maintain margin to savor the season, to delight in the small joys of Christmas, and to welcome whatever God ordains for your days. 

NOTES & LINKS

MM #11 Stress Free Party Planning (Backwards Planning Basics)

Backwards Planning Sheets with 2025 Blank Calendar

Margin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Our Overloaded Lives | Richard Swenson, NavPress, 2003.

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How many times have you come to the end of the holiday season feeling like December went by in a blur of pointless activity and stress?

Today I want to encourage you to take time early on to be thoughtful and purposeful with your holiday schedule. I will give you some tips on how to hold a family meeting and do some backwards planning so that you can maintain margin to savor the season, to delight in the small joys of Christmas, and to welcome whatever God ordains for your days. 

NOTES & LINKS

MM #11 Stress Free Party Planning (Backwards Planning Basics)

Backwards Planning Sheets with 2025 Blank Calendar

Margin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Our Overloaded Lives | Richard Swenson, NavPress, 2003.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18037416 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 737 26 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jayme Cherry Homemaker Portrait | Jayme Cherry Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Jayme Cherry. It was such a delight to visit with Jayme and hear all about the ups and downs of military life, the unexpected blessing of having 4 kids in the span of only 4 1/2 years, and much more of her 17-year homemaking journey. 

We bonded over our common first married housing hovels, as Jayme calls hers. She shares about the lasting influence of her mother’s devotion to home and family and how that is shaping her own homemaking. 

We cover all the usual ground and Jayme has some great stories and much wisdom to share with all of us. 

NOTES & LINKS**

For episode show notes, including Jayme's Signature Dish recipe, go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jayme Cherry".

Call to Action: Send me a text ☝🏻and tell me how you are going to intentionally repurpose or double-purpose space in your home this holiday season.

Connect with Jayme: IG @thecherrykitchen

Jayme's Favorite Resource: Once Upon a Chef, Weeknight Weekend, Jennifer Segal

Focus on the Family Radio Theater presents The Chronicles of Narnia

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Jayme Cherry. It was such a delight to visit with Jayme and hear all about the ups and downs of military life, the unexpected blessing of having 4 kids in the span of only 4 1/2 years, and much more of her 17-year homemaking journey. 

We bonded over our common first married housing hovels, as Jayme calls hers. She shares about the lasting influence of her mother’s devotion to home and family and how that is shaping her own homemaking. 

We cover all the usual ground and Jayme has some great stories and much wisdom to share with all of us. 

NOTES & LINKS**

For episode show notes, including Jayme's Signature Dish recipe, go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Jayme Cherry".

Call to Action: Send me a text ☝🏻and tell me how you are going to intentionally repurpose or double-purpose space in your home this holiday season.

Connect with Jayme: IG @thecherrykitchen

Jayme's Favorite Resource: Once Upon a Chef, Weeknight Weekend, Jennifer Segal

Focus on the Family Radio Theater presents The Chronicles of Narnia

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-18004902 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4632 26 4 full false Monday Motivation #36 | Making Room in Your Budget Monday Motivation #36 | Making Room in Your Budget Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this second installment of our Making Room Series, I'm joined by special guest, Jessica Fisher, to tackle Making Room in Your Budget for the holidays. 

We will look at 3 best practices you can implement now to avoid overbuying, stress, and Christmas debt. 

Let's make room in our budgets this holiday season for giving and celebrating with generosity, gratitude and joy.


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Jessica's Links:

FULL SHOW NOTES AND LINKS on the companion blog post for this episode. www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "MM 36".

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In this second installment of our Making Room Series, I'm joined by special guest, Jessica Fisher, to tackle Making Room in Your Budget for the holidays. 

We will look at 3 best practices you can implement now to avoid overbuying, stress, and Christmas debt. 

Let's make room in our budgets this holiday season for giving and celebrating with generosity, gratitude and joy.


NOTES & RESOURCES

Jessica's Links:

FULL SHOW NOTES AND LINKS on the companion blog post for this episode. www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "MM 36".

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17934400 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1527 26 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Rosemary Young Homemaker Portrait | Rosemary Young Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Rosemary Young, who is making a home in the midwest of the United States with her husband and little girl. 

Rose shares all about her journey of homemaking so far; including her transition from working outside the home full time, to coming home just in time for an out of state move and the birth of their daughter! Those early months of so much newness were pretty challenging and Rose shares how she learned to really depend on the Lord and find contentment in Him. 

We also cover the usual ground of strengths, weaknesses, hospitality, wins, fails, tips and more.

NOTES & LINKS

All show notes & resources, including recipes are on the corresponding blog post.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-rosemary-young

Or go to theartofhomepodcast.com and search "Rosemary Young".


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I am chatting with In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Rosemary Young, who is making a home in the midwest of the United States with her husband and little girl. 

Rose shares all about her journey of homemaking so far; including her transition from working outside the home full time, to coming home just in time for an out of state move and the birth of their daughter! Those early months of so much newness were pretty challenging and Rose shares how she learned to really depend on the Lord and find contentment in Him. 

We also cover the usual ground of strengths, weaknesses, hospitality, wins, fails, tips and more.

NOTES & LINKS

All show notes & resources, including recipes are on the corresponding blog post.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-rosemary-young

Or go to theartofhomepodcast.com and search "Rosemary Young".


📬 SIGN UP FOR THE RECIPE EXCHANGE by OCTOBER 24, 2025

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17973142 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4793 26 2 full false Monday Motivation #35 | Making Room for the Holidays in Your Home Monday Motivation #35 | Making Room for the Holidays in Your Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am beginning a series of Monday Motivations all about Making Room for the Holidays. Over the next four weeks I will give you ideas for making room in your home, your budget, your schedule and your heart. 

I know it’s only October, and I promise not to play Christmas music, but if we wait until December to make room in our space, finances, calendars and ourselves, we will likely become overwhelmed and default to survival mode. 

My aim for this series is to give you ideas and tools to make room for not just surviving, but thriving in and truly enjoying the holiday season. 

NOTES & LINKS

For full show notes and the  FREE Making Room in Your Home Check List visit theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM#35"

Direct Link to Blog: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/making-room-for-the-holidays-in-your-home

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Today, I am beginning a series of Monday Motivations all about Making Room for the Holidays. Over the next four weeks I will give you ideas for making room in your home, your budget, your schedule and your heart. 

I know it’s only October, and I promise not to play Christmas music, but if we wait until December to make room in our space, finances, calendars and ourselves, we will likely become overwhelmed and default to survival mode. 

My aim for this series is to give you ideas and tools to make room for not just surviving, but thriving in and truly enjoying the holiday season. 

NOTES & LINKS

For full show notes and the  FREE Making Room in Your Home Check List visit theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM#35"

Direct Link to Blog: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/making-room-for-the-holidays-in-your-home

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17868692 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 554 26 1 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Flourishing as a Full Time Homemaker Homemaking Deep Dive | Flourishing as a Full Time Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am wrapping up Season 25 with the second part of our series on Full Time Homemaking. Last week, Jessica Fisher and I discussed the why, what and how of choosing full time homemaking in Part 1, So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker. 

Today, we are are going to discuss the practical outworking of not just being a full time homemaker but how to flourish in your role, even on a limited income.

In This Episode:

  • God’s design for human flourishing and how can you live that out through full time homemaking 
  • 3 common areas that can prevent that flourishing: Expectations, Time & Money
  • Practical solutions to leverage all three for the glory of God and the good of your people and your homemaking

NOTES & LINKS

Full Time Homemaking DD Part 1

So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker

Connect with Jessica Fisher

Other AoH Episodes Featuring Jessica

Mentioned in This Episode

Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God by Courtney Reissig 

The Four Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss

ATracker Time Tracker

Homemaking DD | Kitchen Economy

How to Foster Titus 2 Community, Episode Segment, AoH 2nd Birthday Episode

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Today I am wrapping up Season 25 with the second part of our series on Full Time Homemaking. Last week, Jessica Fisher and I discussed the why, what and how of choosing full time homemaking in Part 1, So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker. 

Today, we are are going to discuss the practical outworking of not just being a full time homemaker but how to flourish in your role, even on a limited income.

In This Episode:

  • God’s design for human flourishing and how can you live that out through full time homemaking 
  • 3 common areas that can prevent that flourishing: Expectations, Time & Money
  • Practical solutions to leverage all three for the glory of God and the good of your people and your homemaking

NOTES & LINKS

Full Time Homemaking DD Part 1

So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker

Connect with Jessica Fisher

Other AoH Episodes Featuring Jessica

Mentioned in This Episode

Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God by Courtney Reissig 

The Four Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss

ATracker Time Tracker

Homemaking DD | Kitchen Economy

How to Foster Titus 2 Community, Episode Segment, AoH 2nd Birthday Episode

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17775585 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5301 25 14 full false Monday Motivation #34 | Don't Blow Your Food Budget; Meal Plans & Fast Food at Home Monday Motivation #34 | Don't Blow Your Food Budget; Meal Plans & Fast Food at Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Back-to-school schedule putting the squeeze on your food budget? Struggling for dinner ideas each night or visiting the drive through too many times?

Today, I have two articles from former Art of Home guests. Homemaker, LeAnne Stadler, offers her wisdom on meal planning and homemaker, Samantha Bain, suggests beating the drive-through temptation by having your own "fast" Food making skills in your back pocket.

NOTES & LINKS

Connect with LeAnne Stadler  Blog | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

LeAnne's Homemaker Portrait, S18 E5

Connect with Samantha Bain  Instagram @happy.at.home.sam

Samantha's Homemaker Portrait, S15 E3

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Back-to-school schedule putting the squeeze on your food budget? Struggling for dinner ideas each night or visiting the drive through too many times?

Today, I have two articles from former Art of Home guests. Homemaker, LeAnne Stadler, offers her wisdom on meal planning and homemaker, Samantha Bain, suggests beating the drive-through temptation by having your own "fast" Food making skills in your back pocket.

NOTES & LINKS

Connect with LeAnne Stadler  Blog | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

LeAnne's Homemaker Portrait, S18 E5

Connect with Samantha Bain  Instagram @happy.at.home.sam

Samantha's Homemaker Portrait, S15 E3

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17738567 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 949 25 13 full false Full Time Homemaking Deep Dive, Part 1| So, You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker? Full Time Homemaking Deep Dive, Part 1| So, You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker? Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today begins a 2-part Deep Dive series on full time homemaking with guest, Jessica Fisher. We are NOT here to give you hard and fast rules about whether or not you should be a full time homemaker. Our goal is to affirm your desire to stay home full time as legitimate and not out of the realm of possibilities. 

In this episode we discuss:

  • The WHY of full time homemaking
  • How to make the shift to ft homemaking
  • The history of homemaking and why it fell out of fashion in the last 60 years
  • What does the Bible say? Is there a specific mandate for full time homemaking?
  • Common barriers to becoming a ft homemaker: lack of support, fears, money
  • What to do before you quit your job
  • What to do when you are ready to make the switch

Next week, in part 2, we will talk about thriving as a full time homemaker by understanding God’s design for your homemaking and learning to manage the three common trouble spots of expectations, time and money.

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post

Connect with Jessica Fisher

Historical Homemaker Hints

Gore, Michael, editor. 1003 Household Hints and Work Savers, revised edition, 1951 by Mark Elliott, Inc, NY, pp. 23, 25, 89.

Color-Removing How-To Video

How to Make a Draft Stopper 

Mentioned in this Episode

Eve in Exile | Rebekah Merkle BOOK | DOCUMENTARY

Women Leaving the Workplace | Larry Burkett

The Psychology of Money | Morgan Housel

Cover Art Credit

Photo by Spencer Plouzek on Unsplash

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today begins a 2-part Deep Dive series on full time homemaking with guest, Jessica Fisher. We are NOT here to give you hard and fast rules about whether or not you should be a full time homemaker. Our goal is to affirm your desire to stay home full time as legitimate and not out of the realm of possibilities. 

In this episode we discuss:

  • The WHY of full time homemaking
  • How to make the shift to ft homemaking
  • The history of homemaking and why it fell out of fashion in the last 60 years
  • What does the Bible say? Is there a specific mandate for full time homemaking?
  • Common barriers to becoming a ft homemaker: lack of support, fears, money
  • What to do before you quit your job
  • What to do when you are ready to make the switch

Next week, in part 2, we will talk about thriving as a full time homemaker by understanding God’s design for your homemaking and learning to manage the three common trouble spots of expectations, time and money.

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post

Connect with Jessica Fisher

Historical Homemaker Hints

Gore, Michael, editor. 1003 Household Hints and Work Savers, revised edition, 1951 by Mark Elliott, Inc, NY, pp. 23, 25, 89.

Color-Removing How-To Video

How to Make a Draft Stopper 

Mentioned in this Episode

Eve in Exile | Rebekah Merkle BOOK | DOCUMENTARY

Women Leaving the Workplace | Larry Burkett

The Psychology of Money | Morgan Housel

Cover Art Credit

Photo by Spencer Plouzek on Unsplash

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17736999 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4960 25 12 full false Monday Motivation #33 | A Homemaker's Summer Pt 3; Helping Others Make a Home Monday Motivation #33 | A Homemaker's Summer Pt 3; Helping Others Make a Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Summer is winding down and so is my short series on reflections from a homemaker’s summer. In previous episodes, I’ve shared with you the lessons I learned about my homemaking weakness when climbing hills in Switzerland and the great examples of hospitality I experienced in Italy. 


Today, I’m sharing a lesson learned a little closer to home. I’m reflecting on the joy of helping others make a home, even though it may cost me time, effort and resources. 

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with List of Ideas to Help Others Make a Home

A Homemaker's Summer Series

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Summer is winding down and so is my short series on reflections from a homemaker’s summer. In previous episodes, I’ve shared with you the lessons I learned about my homemaking weakness when climbing hills in Switzerland and the great examples of hospitality I experienced in Italy. 


Today, I’m sharing a lesson learned a little closer to home. I’m reflecting on the joy of helping others make a home, even though it may cost me time, effort and resources. 

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with List of Ideas to Help Others Make a Home

A Homemaker's Summer Series

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17710243 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 523 25 11 full false Homemaker Portrait | Abigail Dodds Homemaker Portrait | Abigail Dodds Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with homemaker, writer, podcaster and baker of bread, Abigail Dodds. I was so honored when Abigail agreed to come on The Art of Home and share her unique story of home with us. She’s been married to Tom for 23 years and they have 5 kids ranging from 21-12. In the margins of her vibrant Homelife, Abigail writes books and co-hosts the Home Fires podcast.

We chat about so many fun things and Abigail’s love of home and high view of God’s design for womanhood shines through the stories and the wisdom she shares. 


NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Abigail

Books by Abigail

Mentioned in This Episode:

S1:E1 Homemaker Portrait | Dana Schamberger Blog Post with 3 free recipes!

MM #9 | Read Great Books with Friends, Start a Virtual Book Club

Le Crueset Cookbook, Orange


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I am chatting with homemaker, writer, podcaster and baker of bread, Abigail Dodds. I was so honored when Abigail agreed to come on The Art of Home and share her unique story of home with us. She’s been married to Tom for 23 years and they have 5 kids ranging from 21-12. In the margins of her vibrant Homelife, Abigail writes books and co-hosts the Home Fires podcast.

We chat about so many fun things and Abigail’s love of home and high view of God’s design for womanhood shines through the stories and the wisdom she shares. 


NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Abigail

Books by Abigail

Mentioned in This Episode:

S1:E1 Homemaker Portrait | Dana Schamberger Blog Post with 3 free recipes!

MM #9 | Read Great Books with Friends, Start a Virtual Book Club

Le Crueset Cookbook, Orange


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17699169 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4499 25 10 full false Monday Motivation #32 | A Homemaker's Summer; Italian Hospitality Monday Motivation #32 | A Homemaker's Summer; Italian Hospitality Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Last Monday I started a new series call “A Homemaker’s Summer”; three short episodes in which I am sharing some homemaking lessons God has taught me in summers past. 

Whether across the ocean or across the state, He always has new insights for me that shed light on and inspire my homemaking in every season. In the last episode I shared what climbing hills in the Alps taught me about my homemaking weaknesses. This week I will share what the Italians taught me about hospitality on a trip we took a couple of summers ago.

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Companion Blog Post with photos from my Italy trip, and my recipes for Instant Pot Risotto and Homemade Italian Seasoning Blend

Your Turn Questions

  • How are you going out of your way to be helpful to others?
  • In what ways can you anticipate and provide abundantly for the needs of those around you?
  • Are you will to invite guests into the everyday fellowship of your family?

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Last Monday I started a new series call “A Homemaker’s Summer”; three short episodes in which I am sharing some homemaking lessons God has taught me in summers past. 

Whether across the ocean or across the state, He always has new insights for me that shed light on and inspire my homemaking in every season. In the last episode I shared what climbing hills in the Alps taught me about my homemaking weaknesses. This week I will share what the Italians taught me about hospitality on a trip we took a couple of summers ago.

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Companion Blog Post with photos from my Italy trip, and my recipes for Instant Pot Risotto and Homemade Italian Seasoning Blend

Your Turn Questions

  • How are you going out of your way to be helpful to others?
  • In what ways can you anticipate and provide abundantly for the needs of those around you?
  • Are you will to invite guests into the everyday fellowship of your family?

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17677648 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 601 25 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Mystie Winckler Homemaker Portrait | Mystie Winckler Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with homemaker, homeschooler, podcaster, and writer, Mystie Winckler, about her experience of keeping a home over the last 24 years. She candidly confesses that having come from a large family, she thought she knew everything she needed to know and that homemaking would be a piece of cake.

I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that her assumptions and expectations were seriously challenged by reality and she spent the first decade or so spinning her wheels in frustration. 

But God met her in the place of chaos and shattered pride and faithfully showed her what homemaking was really about. It’s not about efficient systems that never fail, nor organized spaces that never get messy. Homemaking is about facilitating life and relationships so that the home reflects the light of the Gospel to a dark and dying world. 

As we chat about Mystie's lessons learned and her ministry to homemakers, we cover all the usual ground of her beginnings, influences, priorities, hospitality, tips and more. 

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Companion Blog Post with All Resources

Connect with Mystie

Mentioned in this Episode

Books by Edith Schaeffer | The Hidden Art of Homemaking and L'Abri

True Spirituality | Francis Schaeffer

Scrub Daddy Kitchen Sponge

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I am chatting with homemaker, homeschooler, podcaster, and writer, Mystie Winckler, about her experience of keeping a home over the last 24 years. She candidly confesses that having come from a large family, she thought she knew everything she needed to know and that homemaking would be a piece of cake.

I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that her assumptions and expectations were seriously challenged by reality and she spent the first decade or so spinning her wheels in frustration. 

But God met her in the place of chaos and shattered pride and faithfully showed her what homemaking was really about. It’s not about efficient systems that never fail, nor organized spaces that never get messy. Homemaking is about facilitating life and relationships so that the home reflects the light of the Gospel to a dark and dying world. 

As we chat about Mystie's lessons learned and her ministry to homemakers, we cover all the usual ground of her beginnings, influences, priorities, hospitality, tips and more. 

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Companion Blog Post with All Resources

Connect with Mystie

Mentioned in this Episode

Books by Edith Schaeffer | The Hidden Art of Homemaking and L'Abri

True Spirituality | Francis Schaeffer

Scrub Daddy Kitchen Sponge

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17661604 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4272 25 8 full false Monday Motivation #31 | A Homemaker's Summer; Reflections on Hill Climbing Monday Motivation #31 | A Homemaker's Summer; Reflections on Hill Climbing Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It’s summer time, and that often brings opportunities for holidays. Whether by the seaside or in the mountains, getting away from the everyday bustle of the home can allow for times of rest and reflection. I find, that if I am paying attention, the Lord will teach me lessons about life, family and even homemaking when I am far away from home. 

Today, I’d like to share with you one such lesson I learned while climbing hills in Switzerland a couple of summers ago. This article was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail, August 18, 2023.

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with Photos from My Trips Up & Down the Mountain

Your Turn Call to Action:

In what ways does homemaking feel like an impossible, uphill climb for you right now? 

Be as specific as possible, and if necessary, make a list. Pray over this list. Ask for wisdom to see God's plan and provision for your weaknesses. 


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It’s summer time, and that often brings opportunities for holidays. Whether by the seaside or in the mountains, getting away from the everyday bustle of the home can allow for times of rest and reflection. I find, that if I am paying attention, the Lord will teach me lessons about life, family and even homemaking when I am far away from home. 

Today, I’d like to share with you one such lesson I learned while climbing hills in Switzerland a couple of summers ago. This article was originally published in Homemaker Happy Mail, August 18, 2023.

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with Photos from My Trips Up & Down the Mountain

Your Turn Call to Action:

In what ways does homemaking feel like an impossible, uphill climb for you right now? 

Be as specific as possible, and if necessary, make a list. Pray over this list. Ask for wisdom to see God's plan and provision for your weaknesses. 


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17625865 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 574 25 7 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Prayer Homemaking Deep Dive | Prayer Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am so excited to share this conversation with you! Belinda, Amber and I draw from the Bible and our own experiences to cover the What, Why, When, Where and How of communicating with God through prayer.

Topics Covered:

  • Dangers of Prayerlessness
  • How Do We "Pray Without Ceasing"?
  • Why Do We Pray in Jesus' Name?
  • Persevering in Prayer when God Seems Silent
  • Tips for Praying Scripture
  • Prayer Aids & Resources
  • Praying for Our Enemies & Those Who've Hurt Us

Notes & Links

Apply or Nominate to Be a Guest this Fall, deadline August 13, 2025!

Companion Blog Post with all Notes, Links and Prayer Helps

Mentioned in This Episode

Connect with Belinda & Amber

Website: confidentweakness.com

Prayer Study: Lord, Teach Us to Pray

Conversations in Psalms Podcast | Spotify | Apple

Allison's Guest Appearance on Conversations in Psalms | Psalm 27 | Psalm 34

Other AoH Episodes with Belinda and Amber

Deep Dive Bible Study with Belinda Dunn & Amber Davis, S23:Ep2

Homemaker Portrait | Amber Davis, S7:E6

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I am so excited to share this conversation with you! Belinda, Amber and I draw from the Bible and our own experiences to cover the What, Why, When, Where and How of communicating with God through prayer.

Topics Covered:

  • Dangers of Prayerlessness
  • How Do We "Pray Without Ceasing"?
  • Why Do We Pray in Jesus' Name?
  • Persevering in Prayer when God Seems Silent
  • Tips for Praying Scripture
  • Prayer Aids & Resources
  • Praying for Our Enemies & Those Who've Hurt Us

Notes & Links

Apply or Nominate to Be a Guest this Fall, deadline August 13, 2025!

Companion Blog Post with all Notes, Links and Prayer Helps

Mentioned in This Episode

Connect with Belinda & Amber

Website: confidentweakness.com

Prayer Study: Lord, Teach Us to Pray

Conversations in Psalms Podcast | Spotify | Apple

Allison's Guest Appearance on Conversations in Psalms | Psalm 27 | Psalm 34

Other AoH Episodes with Belinda and Amber

Deep Dive Bible Study with Belinda Dunn & Amber Davis, S23:Ep2

Homemaker Portrait | Amber Davis, S7:E6

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17601617 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5096 25 6 full false Monday Motivation #30 | Homemaker Culture; An Artful Life Monday Motivation #30 | Homemaker Culture; An Artful Life Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Inspired by our Deep Dive into Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh, I am continuing a series of short episodes to give you ideas for pursing Homemaker Culture, that is, filling your own soul with experiences that promote awe, wonder and an appreciation for beauty in the world around you.

 We’ve already discussed Cultivating a Creative Life and a Cultivating a Nature- Saturated Life. Today we will discuss cultivating an artful life.

In This Episode

  • Why Study the Arts?
  • How to Study the Arts; A Practical Approach to Art, Music & Poetry Study
  • A Biblical for An Artful Life

Notes & Links

Companion Blog Post for this Episode-includes all links, Printable Guide for Fine Art Study

Mentioned in this Episode:

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Inspired by our Deep Dive into Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh, I am continuing a series of short episodes to give you ideas for pursing Homemaker Culture, that is, filling your own soul with experiences that promote awe, wonder and an appreciation for beauty in the world around you.

 We’ve already discussed Cultivating a Creative Life and a Cultivating a Nature- Saturated Life. Today we will discuss cultivating an artful life.

In This Episode

  • Why Study the Arts?
  • How to Study the Arts; A Practical Approach to Art, Music & Poetry Study
  • A Biblical for An Artful Life

Notes & Links

Companion Blog Post for this Episode-includes all links, Printable Guide for Fine Art Study

Mentioned in this Episode:

Support the show

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17600916 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 761 25 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Bess Hawthorne Homemaker Portrait | Bess Hawthorne Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode, I am chatting with Bess Hawthorne, seasoned homemaker and host of the Come Over for Dinner Podcast, about her experience keeping a home for the last 29 years. She shares her journey of raising 5 kids and juggling some homeschooling and some working out side the home during those years. We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, influences, priorities, challenges and more—she has one of the best homemaker fail stories I’ve heard yet! 

Bess offers some great ideas for inviting kids into homemaking and she draws from her own experience and her podcast guests’ suggestions to give lots of hot tips for recipes and hospitality. 

NOTES & LINKS

Apply or Nominate a Friend to Be Out Guest this Fall! Deadline, August 13, 2025

Episode Companion Blog Post for all links, resources and recipes

Connect with Bess Podcast Website | Instagram 

Allison's Interview on Come Over for Dinner

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In this episode, I am chatting with Bess Hawthorne, seasoned homemaker and host of the Come Over for Dinner Podcast, about her experience keeping a home for the last 29 years. She shares her journey of raising 5 kids and juggling some homeschooling and some working out side the home during those years. We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, influences, priorities, challenges and more—she has one of the best homemaker fail stories I’ve heard yet! 

Bess offers some great ideas for inviting kids into homemaking and she draws from her own experience and her podcast guests’ suggestions to give lots of hot tips for recipes and hospitality. 

NOTES & LINKS

Apply or Nominate a Friend to Be Out Guest this Fall! Deadline, August 13, 2025

Episode Companion Blog Post for all links, resources and recipes

Connect with Bess Podcast Website | Instagram 

Allison's Interview on Come Over for Dinner

Mentioned in this Episode

Call to Action Homework

What ONE idea are you going to implement from today's episode? 

I'd love to hear about it! Send me a text using the link above, or send me an email,  or share with the FB group in Homemaker Forum. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17583508 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4846 25 4 full false Monday Motivation #29 | Homemaker Culture; Nature Study & Journaling Monday Motivation #29 | Homemaker Culture; Nature Study & Journaling Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In last Wednesday’s episode, Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh, I promised you some more information on nurturing your own love of learning through various practices of Homemaker Culture. 

I’ve already covered the basics of this concept in Monday Motivation #6, Homemaker Culture and Seasonal Creativity. I will link that below. 

In this episode, I’m going to expand on the topic, explaining how nature study and nature journaling can foster a love of learning and strengthen a sense of wonder in your own spirit. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Why? 7 Benefits of Nature Study for All
  • How? Engaging the Senses to Optimize Your Nature Time, No Matter How Short
  • Documenting & Learning with a Nature Journal or Cabinet of Curiosities
  • Suggested Resources

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In last Wednesday’s episode, Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh, I promised you some more information on nurturing your own love of learning through various practices of Homemaker Culture. 

I’ve already covered the basics of this concept in Monday Motivation #6, Homemaker Culture and Seasonal Creativity. I will link that below. 

In this episode, I’m going to expand on the topic, explaining how nature study and nature journaling can foster a love of learning and strengthen a sense of wonder in your own spirit. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Why? 7 Benefits of Nature Study for All
  • How? Engaging the Senses to Optimize Your Nature Time, No Matter How Short
  • Documenting & Learning with a Nature Journal or Cabinet of Curiosities
  • Suggested Resources

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-culture-nature-study-journaling-for-all Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17559412 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 985 25 3 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh Homemaking Deep Dive | Creating a Learning Environment in the Home with Lyndsey Mimnagh Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am chatting with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse, about how to create learning environments in the home. Whether you are a homeschool family or not, you will find value in this discussion. 

Topics:

  • Lyndsey's Story: A few homemaker portrait basics and how her passion for preserving the wonder of childhood lead to home education and the birth of Treehouse Schoolhouse.
  • How values shape the home environment and vice versa
  • Practical suggestions for setting up environments that promote learning and wonder throughout the home
  • Learning together through regular daily tasks
  • Filling up Your Inspiration Tank: Cultivating a love of learning in yourself 

NOTES & LINKS

Mail Bag:

Connect with Lyndsey

Treehouseschoolhouse.com | Shop | Blog | Instagram |YouTube 

Discount Code for Art of Home Listeners: ARTOFHOME15 for 15% off your total order. One use per customer. Cannot be combined with other promos. Expires six months after episode release.

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Today, I am chatting with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse, about how to create learning environments in the home. Whether you are a homeschool family or not, you will find value in this discussion. 

Topics:

  • Lyndsey's Story: A few homemaker portrait basics and how her passion for preserving the wonder of childhood lead to home education and the birth of Treehouse Schoolhouse.
  • How values shape the home environment and vice versa
  • Practical suggestions for setting up environments that promote learning and wonder throughout the home
  • Learning together through regular daily tasks
  • Filling up Your Inspiration Tank: Cultivating a love of learning in yourself 

NOTES & LINKS

Mail Bag:

Connect with Lyndsey

Treehouseschoolhouse.com | Shop | Blog | Instagram |YouTube 

Discount Code for Art of Home Listeners: ARTOFHOME15 for 15% off your total order. One use per customer. Cannot be combined with other promos. Expires six months after episode release.

Recommended Resources:

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/creating-learning-environments-in-the-home Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17545693 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3037 25 2 full false Monday Motivation #28 | Don't Fight in the Kitchen, Invest in Good Tools Monday Motivation #28 | Don't Fight in the Kitchen, Invest in Good Tools Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Many times my guests and I have discussed the importance of having good tools to work with in the kitchen. As with any art form, the tools you use to practice the art of home will have a direct impact on the quality of your work. That's not to say you can't get good results with poor tools, but you will have to work a lot harder to get those results. 

In this Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my suggestions for essential kitchen tools that are worth the splurge for higher quality. 

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with All Links & Suggested Tools

Knives:

Skillets: start with a 10", then add 12-14" and an 8"

Dutch Oven: I recommend 5-7 quart capacity, depending on family size

Stand Mixer

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Many times my guests and I have discussed the importance of having good tools to work with in the kitchen. As with any art form, the tools you use to practice the art of home will have a direct impact on the quality of your work. That's not to say you can't get good results with poor tools, but you will have to work a lot harder to get those results. 

In this Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my suggestions for essential kitchen tools that are worth the splurge for higher quality. 

NOTES & LINKS

Companion Blog Post with All Links & Suggested Tools

Knives:

Skillets: start with a 10", then add 12-14" and an 8"

Dutch Oven: I recommend 5-7 quart capacity, depending on family size

Stand Mixer

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/investing-in-good-kitchen-tools Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17529844 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 585 25 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Cara Semler Homemaker Portrait | Cara Semler Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Cara Semler, about her experience of keeping a home for the last 10 years with husband, Ross. Cara was deeply influenced by the beautiful, calm home her mother kept and wanted that for her own home; she just didn’t realize how much discipline would be required on her part to follow in her mother’s homemaking footsteps. 

Cara also shares her struggle to trust the Lord with her desire to own a home and how she learned to embrace homemaking even as a renter. As usual we talk about Cara’s homemaking wins, fails, tips and recipes. AND…. 

I am pulling out some Historical Homemaking Hints for you…we haven’t done those in a while! I hope you enjoy them. 

NOTES & LINKS

Register for Summer Book Club! Read and study JR Miller's Homemaking with us. June 11-Aug 6, 2025, 7:00am-8:00am CDT over Zoom. Meetings will be recorded and sent out to all registrants in case you miss a meeting. theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

HHH: Sunset's Host and Hostess Book, complied by Helen Krueger Muhs, 2nd edition, Lane Publishing Co, 1943, San Francisco, pp 148-149.

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I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Cara Semler, about her experience of keeping a home for the last 10 years with husband, Ross. Cara was deeply influenced by the beautiful, calm home her mother kept and wanted that for her own home; she just didn’t realize how much discipline would be required on her part to follow in her mother’s homemaking footsteps. 

Cara also shares her struggle to trust the Lord with her desire to own a home and how she learned to embrace homemaking even as a renter. As usual we talk about Cara’s homemaking wins, fails, tips and recipes. AND…. 

I am pulling out some Historical Homemaking Hints for you…we haven’t done those in a while! I hope you enjoy them. 

NOTES & LINKS

Register for Summer Book Club! Read and study JR Miller's Homemaking with us. June 11-Aug 6, 2025, 7:00am-8:00am CDT over Zoom. Meetings will be recorded and sent out to all registrants in case you miss a meeting. theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

HHH: Sunset's Host and Hostess Book, complied by Helen Krueger Muhs, 2nd edition, Lane Publishing Co, 1943, San Francisco, pp 148-149.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17198249 Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3359 24 16 full false Monday Motivation #27 | Favorite Summer Reads Monday Motivation #27 | Favorite Summer Reads Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

If you are looking for some summer reads, I’ve got you today. I want to share some of my favorites in several categories, so there will be something for everyone. 

I have recommendations for Classics, Cozy Mysteries, Historical Fiction, Children's Lit, Sci-Fi, and some non-fiction recommendations on Theology/Christian Living and Homemaking. 

Tell me your favorite summer reads so I can share them in the next newsletter! Text me using the link above. ⬆️

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  • Around the World in 80 Days | Jules Verne
  • The Count of Monte Cristo | Alexander Dumas
  • Emma | Jane Austen
  • Lady Hardcastle Mysteries | TE Kinsey
  • Ivy Hill Series | Julie Klassen
  • Belgravia | Julian Fellowes
  • The American Heiress  and Fortune Hunter | Daisy Goodwin
  • Mary Poppins Series | PL Travers
  • Mrs Piggle-Wiggle Series | Betty MacDonald
  • Redwall Series | Brian Jacques
  • Five Little Peppers | Margaret Sidney
  • Stuart Little, Trumpet of the Swan, Charlotte's Web | EB White
  • The Chronicles of Narnia | CS Lewis
  • Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, That Hideous Strength (Ransom Trilogy) | CS Lewis
  • Jesus the King | Tim Keller
  • Even Better Than Eden | Nancy Guthrie
  • None Like Him, In His Image | Jen Wilkin
  • Eve in Exile | Rebekah Merkle
  • My Dear Hemlock | Tilly Dillehay
  • The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer
  • No Ordinary Home; The Uncommon Art of Christ-Centered Homemaking | Carol Jo Brazo
  • The Life-Giving Home, The Life-Giving Table | Sally Clarkson
  • Homemaking | JR Miller

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If you are looking for some summer reads, I’ve got you today. I want to share some of my favorites in several categories, so there will be something for everyone. 

I have recommendations for Classics, Cozy Mysteries, Historical Fiction, Children's Lit, Sci-Fi, and some non-fiction recommendations on Theology/Christian Living and Homemaking. 

Tell me your favorite summer reads so I can share them in the next newsletter! Text me using the link above. ⬆️

NOTES & LINKS

  • Around the World in 80 Days | Jules Verne
  • The Count of Monte Cristo | Alexander Dumas
  • Emma | Jane Austen
  • Lady Hardcastle Mysteries | TE Kinsey
  • Ivy Hill Series | Julie Klassen
  • Belgravia | Julian Fellowes
  • The American Heiress  and Fortune Hunter | Daisy Goodwin
  • Mary Poppins Series | PL Travers
  • Mrs Piggle-Wiggle Series | Betty MacDonald
  • Redwall Series | Brian Jacques
  • Five Little Peppers | Margaret Sidney
  • Stuart Little, Trumpet of the Swan, Charlotte's Web | EB White
  • The Chronicles of Narnia | CS Lewis
  • Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, That Hideous Strength (Ransom Trilogy) | CS Lewis
  • Jesus the King | Tim Keller
  • Even Better Than Eden | Nancy Guthrie
  • None Like Him, In His Image | Jen Wilkin
  • Eve in Exile | Rebekah Merkle
  • My Dear Hemlock | Tilly Dillehay
  • The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer
  • No Ordinary Home; The Uncommon Art of Christ-Centered Homemaking | Carol Jo Brazo
  • The Life-Giving Home, The Life-Giving Table | Sally Clarkson
  • Homemaking | JR Miller

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17163321 Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 830 24 15 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Family Vacations Homemaking Deep Dive | Family Vacations Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Summer is right around the corner and many of us are making summer travel plans. Jessica Fisher is back to share her knowledge on traveling with a large family on a small budget. 

We are going to focus mostly on international travel today, as that’s where Jessica’s experience is, but many of the concepts will apply to all sorts of travel. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Figuring out your motivation for travel and how to facilitate good family communication regarding travel plans and expectations. 
  • Benefits of traveling together as a family and some specific benefits of international travel. 
  • Researching & Organizing the Big 3: Transportation, Lodging & Food.
  • Budgeting, Saving & Paying Cash for Vacation
  • Vacation Homemaking: how to pack, stay organized and manage laundry on the road. 
  • Good-to-Know & Things You Might Not Think About

NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Jessica

Instagram| @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog

Blogs 

Grocery Store Picnic e-book | Free for AoH listeners, use code "artofhome" at checkout at goodcheapeats.com

Family Travel Tips from Jessica at lifeasmom.com

Resources Mentioned


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Summer is right around the corner and many of us are making summer travel plans. Jessica Fisher is back to share her knowledge on traveling with a large family on a small budget. 

We are going to focus mostly on international travel today, as that’s where Jessica’s experience is, but many of the concepts will apply to all sorts of travel. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Figuring out your motivation for travel and how to facilitate good family communication regarding travel plans and expectations. 
  • Benefits of traveling together as a family and some specific benefits of international travel. 
  • Researching & Organizing the Big 3: Transportation, Lodging & Food.
  • Budgeting, Saving & Paying Cash for Vacation
  • Vacation Homemaking: how to pack, stay organized and manage laundry on the road. 
  • Good-to-Know & Things You Might Not Think About

NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Jessica

Instagram| @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog

Blogs 

Grocery Store Picnic e-book | Free for AoH listeners, use code "artofhome" at checkout at goodcheapeats.com

Family Travel Tips from Jessica at lifeasmom.com

Resources Mentioned


Register for Book Club! 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17151797 Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5338 24 14 full false Monday Motivation #26 | Practical Planner Advice Monday Motivation #26 | Practical Planner Advice Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am answering a listener question about how to make paper planners work in your homemaking. I will share 6 things I've learned to help paper and pen planning work for me. 

NOTES & LINKS

Planning a Week of Homemaking Blog Post from 2023 with free planner sheets

Join us for Summer Book Club! theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

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Today, I am answering a listener question about how to make paper planners work in your homemaking. I will share 6 things I've learned to help paper and pen planning work for me. 

NOTES & LINKS

Planning a Week of Homemaking Blog Post from 2023 with free planner sheets

Join us for Summer Book Club! theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

Support the show

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17140091 Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 487 24 13 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | COMMUNITY Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | COMMUNITY Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are going to tackle the 4th and final pillar of homemaking, Community, with homemaker and 2-time former guest, Sarah Beaugh.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Pillars 1-3 Quick Recap
  • What is Community? How does God's Word help us understand community? 
  • Different Types of Community. Does online community count?
  • Obstacles to Healthy Community
  • Why Community Matters for the Home & Homemaker
  • Practical advice to find and foster community right where you are with the people God has placed in your life.

NOTES & LINKS:

REGISTER FOR SUMMER BOOK CLUB! theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

Jazz Playlist on Spotify

More from Sarah Beaugh

Connect with Sarah Beaugh on Instagram: @the.welcoming.home | @sarah.beaugh

Homemaker Portrait | Sarah Beaugh, The Art of Home Podcast

Deep Dive The Homeschooling Homemaker, The Art of Home Podcast

More on The Pillars of Homemaking

Access all episodes and related content on The Pillars of Homemaking page at theartofhomepodcast.com

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My Dear Hemlock by Tilly Dillehay 

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We are going to tackle the 4th and final pillar of homemaking, Community, with homemaker and 2-time former guest, Sarah Beaugh.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Pillars 1-3 Quick Recap
  • What is Community? How does God's Word help us understand community? 
  • Different Types of Community. Does online community count?
  • Obstacles to Healthy Community
  • Why Community Matters for the Home & Homemaker
  • Practical advice to find and foster community right where you are with the people God has placed in your life.

NOTES & LINKS:

REGISTER FOR SUMMER BOOK CLUB! theartofhomepodcast.com/bookclub

Jazz Playlist on Spotify

More from Sarah Beaugh

Connect with Sarah Beaugh on Instagram: @the.welcoming.home | @sarah.beaugh

Homemaker Portrait | Sarah Beaugh, The Art of Home Podcast

Deep Dive The Homeschooling Homemaker, The Art of Home Podcast

More on The Pillars of Homemaking

Access all episodes and related content on The Pillars of Homemaking page at theartofhomepodcast.com

Mentioned in this Episode

My Dear Hemlock by Tilly Dillehay 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17102588 Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4417 24 12 full false Monday Motivation #25 | Crafting a Rule of Life by Alecia Doty Monday Motivation #25 | Crafting a Rule of Life by Alecia Doty Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, we are wrapping up our series on Rhythms & Routines with a piece written  by former guest, Alecia Doty. Based on the Doty Family Plan she and her husband created, Alecia regularly creates a personal mission plan, or Rule of Life, informed the Word of God, to help her set and keep personal priorities in order. 

In this article, Alecia explains what a Rule of Life is and gives some pointers on how to create one. I follow up with some examples from a past rule of life plan that she shared with AoH readers. 

You can access Alecia's full example and a blank version for your plan at theartofhomepodcast.com/ruleoflife

NOTES & LINKS

More on Rule of Life from John Mark Comer https://practicingthewayarchives.org/unhurrying-with-a-rule-of-life/workbook

Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney

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Today, we are wrapping up our series on Rhythms & Routines with a piece written  by former guest, Alecia Doty. Based on the Doty Family Plan she and her husband created, Alecia regularly creates a personal mission plan, or Rule of Life, informed the Word of God, to help her set and keep personal priorities in order. 

In this article, Alecia explains what a Rule of Life is and gives some pointers on how to create one. I follow up with some examples from a past rule of life plan that she shared with AoH readers. 

You can access Alecia's full example and a blank version for your plan at theartofhomepodcast.com/ruleoflife

NOTES & LINKS

More on Rule of Life from John Mark Comer https://practicingthewayarchives.org/unhurrying-with-a-rule-of-life/workbook

Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17095168 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 501 24 11 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | RHYTHMS & ROUTINES [Replay] Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | RHYTHMS & ROUTINES [Replay] Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the 2nd pillar, Values & Priorities, originally aired April 3, 2024.

I am so excited to finally be talking about the 3rd Pillar of Homemaking, Rhythms and Routines, with my friend and past AoH guest, Leslie Lucadou.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Brief review of the 4 Pillars of Homemaking
  • What are rhythms and routines? How do they differ and some examples of each. 
  • Motivations (or the why) for establishing rhythms and routines, contrasting the world’s ideas vs what God has to say about our why. 
  • 4 rhythms of christian living; worship, rest, work and play—what those might look like and how we can use homemaking to help and not hinder these rhythms. 
  • Pitfalls to avoid when establishing rhythms and routines.


EPISODE NOTES

RELATED EPISODES

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We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the 2nd pillar, Values & Priorities, originally aired April 3, 2024.

I am so excited to finally be talking about the 3rd Pillar of Homemaking, Rhythms and Routines, with my friend and past AoH guest, Leslie Lucadou.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Brief review of the 4 Pillars of Homemaking
  • What are rhythms and routines? How do they differ and some examples of each. 
  • Motivations (or the why) for establishing rhythms and routines, contrasting the world’s ideas vs what God has to say about our why. 
  • 4 rhythms of christian living; worship, rest, work and play—what those might look like and how we can use homemaking to help and not hinder these rhythms. 
  • Pitfalls to avoid when establishing rhythms and routines.


EPISODE NOTES

RELATED EPISODES

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17067816 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4697 24 10 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | Values & Priorities [Replay] Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | Values & Priorities [Replay] Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the 2nd pillar, Values & Priorities, originally aired June 28, 2023.

Yep, this is a loooooooong one! But you don't have to listen all in one sitting. Take your time digesting this deep dive into the second pillar of homemaking, Values & Priorities. I am chatting with Karen Sheppard and Joi Welch, two familiar homemaker voices, about how this pillar impacts our experience in the home, for better or for worse.

In This Episode: 

  • What Are Kingdom Values, What Are Personal Values, and What is the Relationship to One Another
  • How Values shape Priorities & Expectations in the Home
  • How Values Shape Rhythms & Routines (Pillar 3)
  • How Values Shape Community (Pillar 4)
  • Practical application for how to know, state and practice your values in homemaking and in life

NOTES & LINKS

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the 2nd pillar, Values & Priorities, originally aired June 28, 2023.

Yep, this is a loooooooong one! But you don't have to listen all in one sitting. Take your time digesting this deep dive into the second pillar of homemaking, Values & Priorities. I am chatting with Karen Sheppard and Joi Welch, two familiar homemaker voices, about how this pillar impacts our experience in the home, for better or for worse.

In This Episode: 

  • What Are Kingdom Values, What Are Personal Values, and What is the Relationship to One Another
  • How Values shape Priorities & Expectations in the Home
  • How Values Shape Rhythms & Routines (Pillar 3)
  • How Values Shape Community (Pillar 4)
  • Practical application for how to know, state and practice your values in homemaking and in life

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17067639 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 7581 24 10 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | #1, IDENTITY [replay] Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | #1, IDENTITY [replay] Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the first pillar, Identity, originally aired April 5th, 2023.

I am diving into the first pillar of homemaking, Identity, with my good friend, author, speaker and podcaster, Susan Macias. This deep dive is the first in a series on Four Pillars of Homemaking: Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community. We are going to contrast what God has to say about identity with what the world has to say about where to find your identity. Then we will look at some common identity thieves—things homemakers may be tempted to look to for identity and how to avoid falling into those traps.

NOTES & LINKS

Pillars of Homemaking Intro and Overview, 2nd Birthday Episode, S11:E6
Susan's Homemaker Portrait, S1:E6

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We are gearing up for the premier of our 4th and final Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive, Community later this season. So this week I am re-publishing the first three Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive episodes so you can refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. This episode on the first pillar, Identity, originally aired April 5th, 2023.

I am diving into the first pillar of homemaking, Identity, with my good friend, author, speaker and podcaster, Susan Macias. This deep dive is the first in a series on Four Pillars of Homemaking: Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community. We are going to contrast what God has to say about identity with what the world has to say about where to find your identity. Then we will look at some common identity thieves—things homemakers may be tempted to look to for identity and how to avoid falling into those traps.

NOTES & LINKS

Pillars of Homemaking Intro and Overview, 2nd Birthday Episode, S11:E6
Susan's Homemaker Portrait, S1:E6

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Episode Mentions & Quotes

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17067566 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 5932 24 10 full false Monday Motivation #24 | Rhythms of Play for the Homemaker Monday Motivation #24 | Rhythms of Play for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

As we prepare for the upcoming deep dive on the 4th Pillar of Homemaking, Community, we have been revisiting the other pillars; Identity, Values, and Rhythms. 

Over the past few weeks, we’ve looked at rhythms of rest, worship and work. 

Today we turn our attention to a rhythm that may surprise you….we will talk about the need for rhythms of play. 

We will look at examples of play in God’s creation and in His Word to see what we can learn about the value of play. Then I will give you some practical suggestions for implementing regular rhythms of play into your home life.

NOTES & LINKS

Sources & Scripture Mentioned:


Jordan, James B. "Play and the Christian Perspective," Christianstudylibrary.org, Reformed Perspective, 1982. 2 pages. https://www.christianstudylibrary.org/article/play-christian-perspective. Accessed 16 April, 2025.


Questions to Consider:

  1. Do you regularly enjoy God's presence, blessings and creation through lighthearted play? If yes, how? 
  2. Which of the above suggestions would you like to explore as a means of practicing play? How will you implement it into your weekly rhythm? 


RELATED RESOURCES:

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As we prepare for the upcoming deep dive on the 4th Pillar of Homemaking, Community, we have been revisiting the other pillars; Identity, Values, and Rhythms. 

Over the past few weeks, we’ve looked at rhythms of rest, worship and work. 

Today we turn our attention to a rhythm that may surprise you….we will talk about the need for rhythms of play. 

We will look at examples of play in God’s creation and in His Word to see what we can learn about the value of play. Then I will give you some practical suggestions for implementing regular rhythms of play into your home life.

NOTES & LINKS

Sources & Scripture Mentioned:


Jordan, James B. "Play and the Christian Perspective," Christianstudylibrary.org, Reformed Perspective, 1982. 2 pages. https://www.christianstudylibrary.org/article/play-christian-perspective. Accessed 16 April, 2025.


Questions to Consider:

  1. Do you regularly enjoy God's presence, blessings and creation through lighthearted play? If yes, how? 
  2. Which of the above suggestions would you like to explore as a means of practicing play? How will you implement it into your weekly rhythm? 


RELATED RESOURCES:

Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive| Rhythms & Routines

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/how-to-have-a-playful-home Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16989979 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 755 24 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Georgetta Christensen Homemaker Portrait | Georgetta Christensen Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Georgetta Christensen, who was nominated by her daughter Lydia Vest. Here’s some of what Lydia had to say about her mom. 

“My mother used every opportunity available to spread the Gospel, to be a light-—from our neighbors, teachers, the pest control guy, and anyone who came into our home! She was ready to share and build genuine relationships.” 

From my time spent interviewing Georgetta, I can absolutely see her passion for spreading the love and good news of Jesus through her homemaking. She has faithfully served her family in the home for over 4 decades, through many trials and very difficult situations. 

As we discuss everything from simple daily challenges of running a home to navigating a severe mental health crisis with her son, Georgetta is always quick to acknowledge God’s provision and goodness through it all. 

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I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Georgetta Christensen, who was nominated by her daughter Lydia Vest. Here’s some of what Lydia had to say about her mom. 

“My mother used every opportunity available to spread the Gospel, to be a light-—from our neighbors, teachers, the pest control guy, and anyone who came into our home! She was ready to share and build genuine relationships.” 

From my time spent interviewing Georgetta, I can absolutely see her passion for spreading the love and good news of Jesus through her homemaking. She has faithfully served her family in the home for over 4 decades, through many trials and very difficult situations. 

As we discuss everything from simple daily challenges of running a home to navigating a severe mental health crisis with her son, Georgetta is always quick to acknowledge God’s provision and goodness through it all. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-17002678 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3813 24 8 full false Monday Motivation | Rhythms of Work for the Homemaker Monday Motivation | Rhythms of Work for the Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are in the 3rd week of diving deeper into Homemaking Pillar #3, Rhythms & Routines. 

We’ve talked about the difference between a rhythm and a routine. We’ve talked about starting our homemaking from a place of rest, and last week we discussed the importance of establishing a rhythm of worship in the home. 

Today we are going to tackle the topic of work. How do we create healthy rhythms of work when we live in our place of work? How do we learn to prioritize working on First Things First when we'd rather be doing secondary things?

NOTES & RESOURCES

Questions to Consider: (Send me a text with your thoughts!)

  • How well are you attending to First Things first in your homemaking?
  • Which areas are most often neglected?
  • How could you better attend to those neglected First Things in a way fitting to your personal values, strengths, talents and resources?

Related Resources

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We are in the 3rd week of diving deeper into Homemaking Pillar #3, Rhythms & Routines. 

We’ve talked about the difference between a rhythm and a routine. We’ve talked about starting our homemaking from a place of rest, and last week we discussed the importance of establishing a rhythm of worship in the home. 

Today we are going to tackle the topic of work. How do we create healthy rhythms of work when we live in our place of work? How do we learn to prioritize working on First Things First when we'd rather be doing secondary things?

NOTES & RESOURCES

Questions to Consider: (Send me a text with your thoughts!)

  • How well are you attending to First Things first in your homemaking?
  • Which areas are most often neglected?
  • How could you better attend to those neglected First Things in a way fitting to your personal values, strengths, talents and resources?

Related Resources

Deep Dive Pillars of Homemaking | Rhythms & Routines

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16913121 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 575 homemaking, homemaker, rhythms, rule of life 24 7 full false Homemaker Portrait | Mallori Tinkler Homemaker Portrait | Mallori Tinkler Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode I am chatting with newbie homemaker, Mallori Tinkler. After working a while as a nurse, Mallori came home full time when her daughter was born. 

We talk about the challenges of going from 2 incomes to 1 and the importance of a budget that both husband and wife can faithfully participate in. 

We discuss unrealistic expectations for postpartum life (based on social media comparison) as well as  our tendency to overcorrect one way or the other with the “Just a homemaker” and “superwoman” mentalities. 

This is a lovely conversation filled with all the usual stories of Mallori’s influences, strengths & weknesses, wins, fails, and favorite resources.

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USPS Click-n-Ship

Favorite Ship From Home Supplies

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In this episode I am chatting with newbie homemaker, Mallori Tinkler. After working a while as a nurse, Mallori came home full time when her daughter was born. 

We talk about the challenges of going from 2 incomes to 1 and the importance of a budget that both husband and wife can faithfully participate in. 

We discuss unrealistic expectations for postpartum life (based on social media comparison) as well as  our tendency to overcorrect one way or the other with the “Just a homemaker” and “superwoman” mentalities. 

This is a lovely conversation filled with all the usual stories of Mallori’s influences, strengths & weknesses, wins, fails, and favorite resources.

NOTES & LINKS

USPS Click-n-Ship

Favorite Ship From Home Supplies

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16977284 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3934 24 6 full false Monday Motivation #22 | Rhythms of Worship in the Home Monday Motivation #22 | Rhythms of Worship in the Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are continuing to revisit the 3rd pillar of homemaking, Rhythms & Routines in our Monday Motivations. Last week we talked about beginning our homemaking from a place of rest and establishing regular rhythms of rest in our home. This week we will look at how to establish Rhythms of Worship in the home.

We will discuss what it looks like to have a home culture saturated with a reverence and awe for God. I will give you some ideas for family worship times including Bible reading & discussion, singing, and prayer.

NOTES & LINKS

"Religion in the Home", Chapter 8 of Homemaking by JR Miller | Episode with Complete Audio of Chapter 8 | Companion Study Guide Questions for Ch. 8

Blog Post for this Episode: Includes Bible Reading Questions, Prayer Guidelines & ACTS Prayer Model

Scripture Mentioned:

 Deuteronomy 6:4-9

1 Peter 3:1-2, 14-17


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We are continuing to revisit the 3rd pillar of homemaking, Rhythms & Routines in our Monday Motivations. Last week we talked about beginning our homemaking from a place of rest and establishing regular rhythms of rest in our home. This week we will look at how to establish Rhythms of Worship in the home.

We will discuss what it looks like to have a home culture saturated with a reverence and awe for God. I will give you some ideas for family worship times including Bible reading & discussion, singing, and prayer.

NOTES & LINKS

"Religion in the Home", Chapter 8 of Homemaking by JR Miller | Episode with Complete Audio of Chapter 8 | Companion Study Guide Questions for Ch. 8

Blog Post for this Episode: Includes Bible Reading Questions, Prayer Guidelines & ACTS Prayer Model

Scripture Mentioned:

 Deuteronomy 6:4-9

1 Peter 3:1-2, 14-17


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16906542 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 772 family worship, homemaker, homemaking, home rhythms, rule of life, MM22 24 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Emily Baxter Homemaker Portrait | Emily Baxter Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Hello Homemaker! After a little update on what I was doing last month on my podcast break, I've got a brand new In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait for you! 

About today's guest, Emily Baxter: She’s a busy homeschool mom of 5, she’s a writer and a lover of all things home and homemaking. Emily has a passion for creating beauty in her home and cultivating a space that is a welcoming and peaceful place to land. WE chat about her life at the edge of an 80 acre forest in upstate New York, including tapping maple trees for sap to make syrup, how bravery in homemaking is skill and what it’s like to be married to a lineman who is called out at all hours, day or night to literally keep the lights on for their community. 

NOTES & LINKS

MM #9 Read Great Books with Friends: Start a Virtual Book Club

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Substack | emilysbaxter.substack.com

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP, HOMEMAKER FORUM

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Hello Homemaker! After a little update on what I was doing last month on my podcast break, I've got a brand new In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait for you! 

About today's guest, Emily Baxter: She’s a busy homeschool mom of 5, she’s a writer and a lover of all things home and homemaking. Emily has a passion for creating beauty in her home and cultivating a space that is a welcoming and peaceful place to land. WE chat about her life at the edge of an 80 acre forest in upstate New York, including tapping maple trees for sap to make syrup, how bravery in homemaking is skill and what it’s like to be married to a lineman who is called out at all hours, day or night to literally keep the lights on for their community. 

NOTES & LINKS

MM #9 Read Great Books with Friends: Start a Virtual Book Club

CONNECT WITH EMILY

Substack | emilysbaxter.substack.com

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP, HOMEMAKER FORUM

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16872214 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3473 Emily Baxter, Homemaker, homemaking, homeschool 24 4 full false Monday Motivation #21 | Rhythms & Routines Begin with Rest Monday Motivation #21 | Rhythms & Routines Begin with Rest Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

This season we will be doing a Deep Dive on the 4th and final pillar of homemaking, community. In preparation, I wanted to revisit the other 3 pillars-Identity, Values & Priorities, and Rhythms & Routines. Last season, in Monday Motivation we covered Identity and I will be revisiting Values & Priorities in the newsletter soon.

Today, let's tackle Pillar 3, Rhythms & Routines. I will begin with a brief explanation of the main concepts; what is it and what it means for the homemaker. Then I will talk about the first of 4 Essential Rhythms of Christian life, REST.

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Blog Post

Deep Dive Pillars Series

Monday Motivation Identity Series

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

This season we will be doing a Deep Dive on the 4th and final pillar of homemaking, community. In preparation, I wanted to revisit the other 3 pillars-Identity, Values & Priorities, and Rhythms & Routines. Last season, in Monday Motivation we covered Identity and I will be revisiting Values & Priorities in the newsletter soon.

Today, let's tackle Pillar 3, Rhythms & Routines. I will begin with a brief explanation of the main concepts; what is it and what it means for the homemaker. Then I will talk about the first of 4 Essential Rhythms of Christian life, REST.

NOTES & LINKS

Episode Blog Post

Deep Dive Pillars Series

Monday Motivation Identity Series

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/rhythms-routines-begin-with-rest Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16876455 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1077 homemaking, homemaker, homemaking routines, homemaking rhythms, rest 24 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Rachael Bomsta Homemaker Portrait | Rachael Bomsta Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to the first long-form episode of Season 24! Today you'll get to meet In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Rachael Bomsta of Healing Home. I am also answering a mail bag question about my favorite cleaning products. 

About Today's Guest: Rachael  is a very busy mama to 4, soon to be 5 little boys, She works full time as a church staff member and as a content creator with her business, Healing Home. Racheal and her husband, Dan, also run a 40 acre homestead in Minnesota. 

Before they met, Dan suffered a traumatic brain injury that has affected every aspect of their lives, yet, God gives them what they need each day to make the home-centric life they desire for their family work. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

CONNECT WITH RACHAEL

Websites| healinghome.com & healinghomerecipes.co

Instagram | @healing_home_

YouTube | @healinghome

Bible Reading Plans and Prayer Plans 

Homemaking Planner (with a membership upgrade) 

Einkorn Sourdough Guide 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Homemaking Deep Dive | Cleaning 101, Season 23, E4

Allison's Favorite Cleaning Products

Redeeming Childbirth | Angie Tolpin

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Welcome to the first long-form episode of Season 24! Today you'll get to meet In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Rachael Bomsta of Healing Home. I am also answering a mail bag question about my favorite cleaning products. 

About Today's Guest: Rachael  is a very busy mama to 4, soon to be 5 little boys, She works full time as a church staff member and as a content creator with her business, Healing Home. Racheal and her husband, Dan, also run a 40 acre homestead in Minnesota. 

Before they met, Dan suffered a traumatic brain injury that has affected every aspect of their lives, yet, God gives them what they need each day to make the home-centric life they desire for their family work. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

CONNECT WITH RACHAEL

Websites| healinghome.com & healinghomerecipes.co

Instagram | @healing_home_

YouTube | @healinghome

Bible Reading Plans and Prayer Plans 

Homemaking Planner (with a membership upgrade) 

Einkorn Sourdough Guide 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Homemaking Deep Dive | Cleaning 101, Season 23, E4

Allison's Favorite Cleaning Products

Redeeming Childbirth | Angie Tolpin

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16852305 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4446 Rachael Bomsta, homemaker, homesteader, boy mama, traumatic brain injury, TBI, working mom 24 2 full false Monday Motivation #20 | Passion Week in the Home Monday Motivation #20 | Passion Week in the Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to Season 24 and Year 5 of The Art of Home! 🎉 

Do you ever wonder why we make a months-long celebration out of the Incarnation of Jesus at Christmas, but barely give a weekend to commemorate His sacrifice and resurrection from the dead at Easter? 

What do we do with a holiday that centers around the death and resurrection of our King? How do we integrate that into our homemaking? 

Today we are going to tackle how we can cultivate an environment of remembrance and rejoicing during this holiest of weeks by declaring with food, words, candles, music, flowers, fabric---whatever resources you have that He suffered and died for our sins AND that He is risen! He is risen indeed!

NOTES & LINKS

Scripture Mentioned: 

  • Isaiah 53:5
  • Revelation 13:8

General:

Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy: Morning and Evening Meditations for Holy Week | Desiring God

Jesus the King: An Easter Devotional by Tim Keller | YouVersion Bible App

Resurrection Eggs (DIY)

Food:

Empty Tomb Cookies

Taste & See: Discovering God Among Butchers, Bakers and Fresh Food Makers | Margaret Feinberg

Flowers:

Easter Lily Care & Meaning | Southern Living

Color:

Significance of Color in the Bible | gotquestions.org

Music:

Passion Week Playlist

Resurrection Playlist


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Welcome to Season 24 and Year 5 of The Art of Home! 🎉 

Do you ever wonder why we make a months-long celebration out of the Incarnation of Jesus at Christmas, but barely give a weekend to commemorate His sacrifice and resurrection from the dead at Easter? 

What do we do with a holiday that centers around the death and resurrection of our King? How do we integrate that into our homemaking? 

Today we are going to tackle how we can cultivate an environment of remembrance and rejoicing during this holiest of weeks by declaring with food, words, candles, music, flowers, fabric---whatever resources you have that He suffered and died for our sins AND that He is risen! He is risen indeed!

NOTES & LINKS

Scripture Mentioned: 

  • Isaiah 53:5
  • Revelation 13:8

General:

Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy: Morning and Evening Meditations for Holy Week | Desiring God

Jesus the King: An Easter Devotional by Tim Keller | YouVersion Bible App

Resurrection Eggs (DIY)

Food:

Empty Tomb Cookies

Taste & See: Discovering God Among Butchers, Bakers and Fresh Food Makers | Margaret Feinberg

Flowers:

Easter Lily Care & Meaning | Southern Living

Color:

Significance of Color in the Bible | gotquestions.org

Music:

Passion Week Playlist

Resurrection Playlist


Support the show

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

SUPPORT & CONNECT

]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16565261 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 521 24 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jessica Fisher Homemaker Portrait | Jessica Fisher Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Jessica Fisher has been keeping a home with her husband for 31 years and they have raised and homeschooled 6 kids. She is passionate about living debt-free and she shares all her knowledge and debt-free ideas, especially food savings on her blog, goodcheapeats.com. She also has some great resources for moms on her blog lifeasmom.com. 

Today, you are going to get to know Jessica and hear her homemaking story from domestic-minded college student, to tiny-house-living newlywed, to a running a large household with 6 kids. She gives us a few quick, super helpful tips for food savings and how she budgets her time using a planner she designed for herself out of necessity in the trenches of motherhood. 


EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

Chalk Paint Favorites

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

Purdy Paint Brushes

Wax Brushes

CONNECT WITH JESSICA

food website | goodcheapeats.com

mom blog & resource shop | lifeasmom.com

instagram | @goodcheapeatsblog @lifeasmomdotcom

Jessica's Laundry System | Kid's Can Do Laundry, Best Tips for Laundry Management for Families

Jessica's Print & Go Planner

The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer

Jessica's recipes will be available in the next newsletter, 2.28.25 or for future reference search "Jessica Fisher" at theartofhomepodcast.com

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Jessica Fisher has been keeping a home with her husband for 31 years and they have raised and homeschooled 6 kids. She is passionate about living debt-free and she shares all her knowledge and debt-free ideas, especially food savings on her blog, goodcheapeats.com. She also has some great resources for moms on her blog lifeasmom.com. 

Today, you are going to get to know Jessica and hear her homemaking story from domestic-minded college student, to tiny-house-living newlywed, to a running a large household with 6 kids. She gives us a few quick, super helpful tips for food savings and how she budgets her time using a planner she designed for herself out of necessity in the trenches of motherhood. 


EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

Chalk Paint Favorites

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

Purdy Paint Brushes

Wax Brushes

CONNECT WITH JESSICA

food website | goodcheapeats.com

mom blog & resource shop | lifeasmom.com

instagram | @goodcheapeatsblog @lifeasmomdotcom

Jessica's Laundry System | Kid's Can Do Laundry, Best Tips for Laundry Management for Families

Jessica's Print & Go Planner

The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer

Jessica's recipes will be available in the next newsletter, 2.28.25 or for future reference search "Jessica Fisher" at theartofhomepodcast.com

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog/jessicafisher Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16691103 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4022 Jessica Fisher, homemaker, homemaking, budgeting, food savings, time management, big family, miscarriage, homeschool 23 16 full false Monday Motivation #19 | Simple Birthdays are Just Fine Monday Motivation #19 | Simple Birthdays are Just Fine Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It’s spring time and at our house that means lots of birthday celebrations. Whether you have a big family or several birthdays in one season, elaborate celebrations and gifts can quickly turn something meant for joy into a burden and a chore. 

Now, don’t get me wrong, I love a good party with themed decor, food, the works, but I don’t feel the need to pull out all the stops with every celebration, especially when my kids were little. 

In today’s Monday Motivation, I want to share some of the simple ways we celebrated and continue to celebrate birthdays in our home.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

All recipes and sewing patterns will be in the next newsletter. Subscribe below.⬇️

If listening far in the future, go to our website and search "Simple Birthdays".

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It’s spring time and at our house that means lots of birthday celebrations. Whether you have a big family or several birthdays in one season, elaborate celebrations and gifts can quickly turn something meant for joy into a burden and a chore. 

Now, don’t get me wrong, I love a good party with themed decor, food, the works, but I don’t feel the need to pull out all the stops with every celebration, especially when my kids were little. 

In today’s Monday Motivation, I want to share some of the simple ways we celebrated and continue to celebrate birthdays in our home.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

All recipes and sewing patterns will be in the next newsletter. Subscribe below.⬇️

If listening far in the future, go to our website and search "Simple Birthdays".

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16648917 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 673 homemaking, homemaker, birthdays, homemade birthday 23 15 full false Homemaker Portrait | Heather Price Homemaker Portrait | Heather Price Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today’s guest was nominated by her daughter, Sydney, who wrote on the nomination form, "My mom has given her entire life to raising me and my six siblings. Five of us were adopted, many with trauma that needed special attention. She has shown strength and dignity through it all. She is an inspiration to me as I am a brand new homemaker and I believe her wisdom will be a blessing to many others."  

I am so thankful that Sydney nominated her mom, Heather Price, who has been keeping a home full time for 30 years with her husband. They have raised 7 and fostered many more and God has refined Heather through all the challenges of adopting traumatized and special needs kids. We talk about God’s faithfulness, the need to stay flexible, and to constantly remember His unchanging character and what He has done in the past. 

We cover all the usual ground of expectations, hospitality, fails, wins, and many more aspects of Heather’s homemaking journey over 3 decades.

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Our Favorites for Tim Keller

Practicing the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence

Recommended Chalk Paint: Annie Sloan

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Today’s guest was nominated by her daughter, Sydney, who wrote on the nomination form, "My mom has given her entire life to raising me and my six siblings. Five of us were adopted, many with trauma that needed special attention. She has shown strength and dignity through it all. She is an inspiration to me as I am a brand new homemaker and I believe her wisdom will be a blessing to many others."  

I am so thankful that Sydney nominated her mom, Heather Price, who has been keeping a home full time for 30 years with her husband. They have raised 7 and fostered many more and God has refined Heather through all the challenges of adopting traumatized and special needs kids. We talk about God’s faithfulness, the need to stay flexible, and to constantly remember His unchanging character and what He has done in the past. 

We cover all the usual ground of expectations, hospitality, fails, wins, and many more aspects of Heather’s homemaking journey over 3 decades.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Our Favorites for Tim Keller

Practicing the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence

Recommended Chalk Paint: Annie Sloan

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16647451 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4127 Heather Price, homemaker, homemaking 23 14 full false Monday Motivation #18 | Appliance Maintenance: Take Care of Your Homemaking Tools Monday Motivation #18 | Appliance Maintenance: Take Care of Your Homemaking Tools Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are so blessed in this era to have gadgets and gizmos a plenty that make our homemaking life so much easier than our foremothers, but we need to care for those work-savers so they keep on serving us well for years to come. 

Today we are talking about cleaning tips and schedules for some common large and small appliances.

NOTES & LINKS

Be Our Guest: Apply or Nominate through February 17, 2025| theartofhomepodcast.com/guest

Free Printable Appliance Maintenance Check List | theartofhomepodcast.com/appliance

Deep Dive Cleaning 101 Episode

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We are so blessed in this era to have gadgets and gizmos a plenty that make our homemaking life so much easier than our foremothers, but we need to care for those work-savers so they keep on serving us well for years to come. 

Today we are talking about cleaning tips and schedules for some common large and small appliances.

NOTES & LINKS

Be Our Guest: Apply or Nominate through February 17, 2025| theartofhomepodcast.com/guest

Free Printable Appliance Maintenance Check List | theartofhomepodcast.com/appliance

Deep Dive Cleaning 101 Episode

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16564589 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 602 23 13 full false Homemaker Portrait | Amber Reesor Homemaker Portrait | Amber Reesor Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode, I am chatting with in the trenches homemaker, Amber Reesor, who has been keeping a home with her husband, Curtis, for 10 years. They have 2 little girls who as Amber says, completely changed her heart for homemaking.  

We talk about the amazing legacy of contentment and hospitable generosity her parents created, the impact it has had on her own homemaking and how she is working to pass on the same legacy to her girls. 

Amber shares how taking up a simple gratitude journal practice gave her the skills to identify and overcome a grumbling spirit in her homemaking and what the Lord is teaching her through the challenge of homemaking in someone else’s house. 

NOTES & LINKS


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Website | littlereesorhouse.com

YouTube | @littlereesorhouse


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The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Schaeffer

Recommended YouTube Homemaking Channels

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In this episode, I am chatting with in the trenches homemaker, Amber Reesor, who has been keeping a home with her husband, Curtis, for 10 years. They have 2 little girls who as Amber says, completely changed her heart for homemaking.  

We talk about the amazing legacy of contentment and hospitable generosity her parents created, the impact it has had on her own homemaking and how she is working to pass on the same legacy to her girls. 

Amber shares how taking up a simple gratitude journal practice gave her the skills to identify and overcome a grumbling spirit in her homemaking and what the Lord is teaching her through the challenge of homemaking in someone else’s house. 

NOTES & LINKS


CONNECT WITH AMBER

Website | littlereesorhouse.com

YouTube | @littlereesorhouse


MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Schaeffer

Recommended YouTube Homemaking Channels

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16602640 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 5033 Amber Reesor, homemaker, homemaking 23 12 full false Monday Motivation #17 | Expressing Love Through Laundry Monday Motivation #17 | Expressing Love Through Laundry Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Last week, I gave you some ideas for celebrating Valentine’s day and expressing your love through simple acts of homemaking like cooking your family’s favorite food, leaving loving notes around the house, playing music tied to special memories and even some ways to ignite the flame of marriage. Today, I’d like to explore how we can express our love for those in our home through a homemaking task we all love to hate; laundry. 

We'll talk about transforming laundry from drudgery into delightful opportunity of love by checking your expectations, taking the time to teach, and letting go of some control through delegation. I also have some helpful laundry resources for you. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Original Newsletter Article: "Expressing Love Through Homemaking; In the Laundry Room" (all links, including "Song from the Suds" printable poem)

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Last week, I gave you some ideas for celebrating Valentine’s day and expressing your love through simple acts of homemaking like cooking your family’s favorite food, leaving loving notes around the house, playing music tied to special memories and even some ways to ignite the flame of marriage. Today, I’d like to explore how we can express our love for those in our home through a homemaking task we all love to hate; laundry. 

We'll talk about transforming laundry from drudgery into delightful opportunity of love by checking your expectations, taking the time to teach, and letting go of some control through delegation. I also have some helpful laundry resources for you. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Original Newsletter Article: "Expressing Love Through Homemaking; In the Laundry Room" (all links, including "Song from the Suds" printable poem)

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16485820 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 571 laundry, homemaking, homemaker, Valentine's Day, love 23 11 full false Homemaker Portrait | Laura Ruoff Homemaker Portrait | Laura Ruoff Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with Laura Ruoff about her 18 years of keeping a home with husband, Chris, and their 11 year old son.

We chat about all the things; challenges, expectations, fails and wins—how Laura is coming to terms with the illusion of perfectionism and balance, especially in her current season of being an entrepreneur. 

Laura owns a women’s self-defense school called Hips-n-Clips. Laura is a certified pistol instructor and range safety officer and she is passionate about teaching women all things self-defense. Laura is first and foremost a homemaker and as a fan of the Art of Home, she applied mainly to share her story of home. 

But I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to talk with her specifically about women’s safety and self defense. So we spend some time in the middle of this interview talking about some of the basics. Laura is great resource and she gracious shares some really great information here that will benefit all of you. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

GUEST APPLICATIONS & NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN! (close 2.17.25 or once all spots are filled) 

CONNECT WITH LAURA

Website | hipsnclips.com

YouTube | @HipsnClips

Instagram | @hips_n_clips

Mentioned in This Episode

POM (Peace Of Mind) Pepper Spray | Buy | How-to Video

Laura's Recommended Video on Simple Self-Defense Moves

No Ordinary Home: The Uncommon Art of Christ-Centered Homemaking by Carol Jo Brazo

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I am chatting with Laura Ruoff about her 18 years of keeping a home with husband, Chris, and their 11 year old son.

We chat about all the things; challenges, expectations, fails and wins—how Laura is coming to terms with the illusion of perfectionism and balance, especially in her current season of being an entrepreneur. 

Laura owns a women’s self-defense school called Hips-n-Clips. Laura is a certified pistol instructor and range safety officer and she is passionate about teaching women all things self-defense. Laura is first and foremost a homemaker and as a fan of the Art of Home, she applied mainly to share her story of home. 

But I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to talk with her specifically about women’s safety and self defense. So we spend some time in the middle of this interview talking about some of the basics. Laura is great resource and she gracious shares some really great information here that will benefit all of you. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

GUEST APPLICATIONS & NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN! (close 2.17.25 or once all spots are filled) 

CONNECT WITH LAURA

Website | hipsnclips.com

YouTube | @HipsnClips

Instagram | @hips_n_clips

Mentioned in This Episode

POM (Peace Of Mind) Pepper Spray | Buy | How-to Video

Laura's Recommended Video on Simple Self-Defense Moves

No Ordinary Home: The Uncommon Art of Christ-Centered Homemaking by Carol Jo Brazo

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16562832 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4682 homemaking, homemaker, Laura Ruoff, Self-defense 23 10 full false MM #16 Celebrate Valentine's Day in Your Homemaking MM #16 Celebrate Valentine's Day in Your Homemaking Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today is February 3rd. Have you made any plans for Valentine’s Day? I realize that some people dismiss this as a greeting card holiday or despise it as a day fraught traumatic memories of not getting a valentine from the boy you had a crush on in 3rd grade. Today, I’m inviting you to lay your prejudices and past disappointments aside and embrace the unique opportunities to celebrate and express God’s love through your everyday homemaking.

We will look at ways to celebrate with food, words, music, experiences and some "couples only" suggestions for igniting the spark in your marriage.

EPISODE NOTES & RESOURCES

Homemaking Deep Dive | Marital Intimacy

"Celebrating Valentine's Day in Your Homemaking", original newsletter article

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Today is February 3rd. Have you made any plans for Valentine’s Day? I realize that some people dismiss this as a greeting card holiday or despise it as a day fraught traumatic memories of not getting a valentine from the boy you had a crush on in 3rd grade. Today, I’m inviting you to lay your prejudices and past disappointments aside and embrace the unique opportunities to celebrate and express God’s love through your everyday homemaking.

We will look at ways to celebrate with food, words, music, experiences and some "couples only" suggestions for igniting the spark in your marriage.

EPISODE NOTES & RESOURCES

Homemaking Deep Dive | Marital Intimacy

"Celebrating Valentine's Day in Your Homemaking", original newsletter article

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16485404 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 551 Valentine, Valentine's Day, Homemaking, Homemaker, Love 23 9 full false Homemaker Portrait | Charity Gibson Homemaker Portrait | Charity Gibson Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, we are going to hear from Charity Gibson, who not only works outside the home but has written a book called The Working Homemaker: Employed Christian Moms Desiring a Thriving Home Life. 

Charity is at peace with her decision to be a working homemaker, yet is just as passionate about cultivating a place of belonging in her home as a full time homemaker would be. She’s come to realize that her choice, just like another woman’s choice to be home full time, requires certain sacrifices and adjusted expectations. But she does have a choice, and so do you. 

We talk about the role of boundaries for keeping work in its proper place, the difference between obligation and options and the fundamental truth that society should exist for the good of the family, not the other way around, because that is how both institutions truly thrive. We also cover all the usual ground of homemaking highs and lows, favorites, tips and more.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Do you want to hear a full episode about managing on one income and making the decision to stay home full time? 
Text me! Use the link above.⬆️
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Website | charitygibson.com
Book, The Working Homemaker  | Amazon | ChristianBook.com | B&N

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Today, we are going to hear from Charity Gibson, who not only works outside the home but has written a book called The Working Homemaker: Employed Christian Moms Desiring a Thriving Home Life. 

Charity is at peace with her decision to be a working homemaker, yet is just as passionate about cultivating a place of belonging in her home as a full time homemaker would be. She’s come to realize that her choice, just like another woman’s choice to be home full time, requires certain sacrifices and adjusted expectations. But she does have a choice, and so do you. 

We talk about the role of boundaries for keeping work in its proper place, the difference between obligation and options and the fundamental truth that society should exist for the good of the family, not the other way around, because that is how both institutions truly thrive. We also cover all the usual ground of homemaking highs and lows, favorites, tips and more.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Do you want to hear a full episode about managing on one income and making the decision to stay home full time? 
Text me! Use the link above.⬆️
or Email me! Use the link below. ⬇️

Connect with Charity
Website | charitygibson.com
Book, The Working Homemaker  | Amazon | ChristianBook.com | B&N

Mentioned in this Episode

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16521777 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4524 Charity Gibson, homemaking, working homemaker, working mom, SAHM, homemaking 23 8 full false MM #15 | Rehab for Your Heart, Identity Pt 2 MM #15 | Rehab for Your Heart, Identity Pt 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are continuing today to revisit the 1st Pillar of Homemaking, Identity. Last week we looked at looking with, looking without, and looking up for identity, as well as some common identity thieves. Be sure to go back and give that a listen if you haven’t. Today we are going to talk about rehab for an identity-confused heart.

We will look at how to replace false identities with Truth, focusing on what the Bible has to say about who God is and who you are in Christ.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

MM #14 Identity Pt. 1
Deep Dive | Homemaking Pillar #1, Identity with Susan Macias

Who God Is

  • Genesis 22:13 & 14,  Jehovah Jireh I AM your Provider
  • Exodus 15:26, Jehovah Rapha I AM your Healing
  • Exodus 17:8 15, Jehovah Nissi I AM your Banner
  • Judges 6:24, Jehovah Shalom I AM your Peace
  • Psalms 23:1, Jehovah Ra-ah I AM your Shepherd
  • Jeremiah 23:6 Jehovah Tsidkenu,(sid-kenu) I AM your Righteousness
  • Ezekiel 48:35 Jehovah Shammah I AM There (with you)


Who You are In Christ

  • Romans 3:24, Justified
  • 2 Corinthians 5:17 & Ephesians 4:24, A New Creation
  • 1 John 3:1, Child of God
  • Romans 8:17, Co-Heirs with Christ
  • Philippians 3:20, Citizens of Heaven
  • Ephesians 2:10, Created for Good Work
  • Romans 8:1-2 & John 8:36, Free from Condemnation, & the Law of Sin & Death
  • 1 Corinthians 6:19, A Temple of the Holy Spirit
  • Romans 8:37, More than Conquerors
  • Ephesians 1:3, Blessed with Every Spiritual Blessing

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We are continuing today to revisit the 1st Pillar of Homemaking, Identity. Last week we looked at looking with, looking without, and looking up for identity, as well as some common identity thieves. Be sure to go back and give that a listen if you haven’t. Today we are going to talk about rehab for an identity-confused heart.

We will look at how to replace false identities with Truth, focusing on what the Bible has to say about who God is and who you are in Christ.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

MM #14 Identity Pt. 1
Deep Dive | Homemaking Pillar #1, Identity with Susan Macias

Who God Is

  • Genesis 22:13 & 14,  Jehovah Jireh I AM your Provider
  • Exodus 15:26, Jehovah Rapha I AM your Healing
  • Exodus 17:8 15, Jehovah Nissi I AM your Banner
  • Judges 6:24, Jehovah Shalom I AM your Peace
  • Psalms 23:1, Jehovah Ra-ah I AM your Shepherd
  • Jeremiah 23:6 Jehovah Tsidkenu,(sid-kenu) I AM your Righteousness
  • Ezekiel 48:35 Jehovah Shammah I AM There (with you)


Who You are In Christ

  • Romans 3:24, Justified
  • 2 Corinthians 5:17 & Ephesians 4:24, A New Creation
  • 1 John 3:1, Child of God
  • Romans 8:17, Co-Heirs with Christ
  • Philippians 3:20, Citizens of Heaven
  • Ephesians 2:10, Created for Good Work
  • Romans 8:1-2 & John 8:36, Free from Condemnation, & the Law of Sin & Death
  • 1 Corinthians 6:19, A Temple of the Holy Spirit
  • Romans 8:37, More than Conquerors
  • Ephesians 1:3, Blessed with Every Spiritual Blessing

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16484534 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 588 Identity, Homemaker, Homemaking, Monday Motivation 23 7 full false Homemaker Portrait | Mindy Heiner Homemaker Portrait | Mindy Heiner Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s episode I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Mindy Heiner, who was nominated by her daughter-in-law, Cassandra, whose glowing recommendation described Mindy as a blessing, an example, and an inspiration to her as a fellow homemaker. 

“She has shown me that you can have a good relationship with your mother-in-law. She is a wealth of knowledge on penny pinching and being frugal and she has such a heart for Jesus and young mothers,” says Cassandra. “She is my spiritual leader, my right hand and best friend. She models Christ and shows me how to be a good mom and homemaker.”

In this episode:

  • Allison's Update: Rotating a Bi-weekly Menu Plan
  • Mindy's inspirational grandmother
  • Her homemaking strengths & weaknesses
  • Homemaking Expectations and Regrets of Working Outside the Home
  • Hospitality, Homemaking Wins, Fails, Tips and Recipes
  • Learning to Use God's Gifts without Comparison

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES

Monday Motivation #6 | Homemaker Culture: Cultivating a Creative Life

Extended Notes and Mindy's Signature Dish Recipe will be in the next newsletter, January 31, 2025. Sign up below or Search "Mindy Heiner" in the Archive

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On today’s episode I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Mindy Heiner, who was nominated by her daughter-in-law, Cassandra, whose glowing recommendation described Mindy as a blessing, an example, and an inspiration to her as a fellow homemaker. 

“She has shown me that you can have a good relationship with your mother-in-law. She is a wealth of knowledge on penny pinching and being frugal and she has such a heart for Jesus and young mothers,” says Cassandra. “She is my spiritual leader, my right hand and best friend. She models Christ and shows me how to be a good mom and homemaker.”

In this episode:

  • Allison's Update: Rotating a Bi-weekly Menu Plan
  • Mindy's inspirational grandmother
  • Her homemaking strengths & weaknesses
  • Homemaking Expectations and Regrets of Working Outside the Home
  • Hospitality, Homemaking Wins, Fails, Tips and Recipes
  • Learning to Use God's Gifts without Comparison

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES

Monday Motivation #6 | Homemaker Culture: Cultivating a Creative Life

Extended Notes and Mindy's Signature Dish Recipe will be in the next newsletter, January 31, 2025. Sign up below or Search "Mindy Heiner" in the Archive

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16479219 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 3916 Mindy Heiner, Homemaker, Homemaking 23 6 full false Monday Motivation #14 | Homemaker Identity, Part 1 Monday Motivation #14 | Homemaker Identity, Part 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

If you’re new to the art of home, you may not be familiar with the 4 pillars of homemaking we’ve been exploring over the past couple of years—Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community.

We have done Deep Dives into the first three and this year we will dive into the final pillar, Community. In preparation for that journey, I wanted to revisit the first three pillars in several series of Monday Motivation episodes.

Today, I will be talking about Pillar #1, Identity, specifically where to look and not to look for your identity, as well as how to recognize some common thieves we may be tempted to attach our identity to and why.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS
Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive Episodes

Scripture:
Job 1:21
James 1:7

Think About It Questions:
Consider losses or hardships you do or might face in your marriage, parenting, role as a homemaker, your physical home, health/wellness, ministry/volunteer work and ask yourself the following questions:

  1. How would you react if these were threatened? I've given you some possible scenarios.
  2. Note what emotions come up as you consider these hypothetical threats and losses.
  3. Then ask yourself, "Why? Why do I feel _______ facing this particular threat?"
  4. Once you have your answer, ask again, "But Why?" Keep asking "why" until you get to the heart of the matter. I guarantee you it will always come down to an identity issue. Do you believe God is who He says He is and that you are who He says you are?

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

If you’re new to the art of home, you may not be familiar with the 4 pillars of homemaking we’ve been exploring over the past couple of years—Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community.

We have done Deep Dives into the first three and this year we will dive into the final pillar, Community. In preparation for that journey, I wanted to revisit the first three pillars in several series of Monday Motivation episodes.

Today, I will be talking about Pillar #1, Identity, specifically where to look and not to look for your identity, as well as how to recognize some common thieves we may be tempted to attach our identity to and why.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS
Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive Episodes

Scripture:
Job 1:21
James 1:7

Think About It Questions:
Consider losses or hardships you do or might face in your marriage, parenting, role as a homemaker, your physical home, health/wellness, ministry/volunteer work and ask yourself the following questions:

  1. How would you react if these were threatened? I've given you some possible scenarios.
  2. Note what emotions come up as you consider these hypothetical threats and losses.
  3. Then ask yourself, "Why? Why do I feel _______ facing this particular threat?"
  4. Once you have your answer, ask again, "But Why?" Keep asking "why" until you get to the heart of the matter. I guarantee you it will always come down to an identity issue. Do you believe God is who He says He is and that you are who He says you are?

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16263746 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 746 23 5 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Cleaning 101 Homemaking Deep Dive | Cleaning 101 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are talking about cleaning today! This will not be an exhaustive deep dive on the topic, rather, I’m calling it "Cleaning 101," because my goal with this episode is:

  • Define what I do and do not mean by the word “clean"
  • To encourage you to consider a few things you should figure out or KNOW which will inform how and why you clean. 
  • Talk a bit about WHY cleaning matters
  • Discuss the HOW of mastering the basics of keeping a clean home; focusing on regular deep cleaning the 2 dirtiest rooms in the house and maintenance cleaning the rest.

Whether you have decades of home cleaning experience, or you are brand new to the practice, and whether you consider yourself a messy person or a clean freak, this episode is for you!

EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

My New Vacuum: Kenmore Intuition BU4020
My Cleaning Playlist on Spotify

Extended show notes, including a kitchen and bathroom cleaning checklist and essential tools lists will be in the next newsletter. Sign up with link below or go to our archive and search "Cleaning 101".

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We are talking about cleaning today! This will not be an exhaustive deep dive on the topic, rather, I’m calling it "Cleaning 101," because my goal with this episode is:

  • Define what I do and do not mean by the word “clean"
  • To encourage you to consider a few things you should figure out or KNOW which will inform how and why you clean. 
  • Talk a bit about WHY cleaning matters
  • Discuss the HOW of mastering the basics of keeping a clean home; focusing on regular deep cleaning the 2 dirtiest rooms in the house and maintenance cleaning the rest.

Whether you have decades of home cleaning experience, or you are brand new to the practice, and whether you consider yourself a messy person or a clean freak, this episode is for you!

EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

My New Vacuum: Kenmore Intuition BU4020
My Cleaning Playlist on Spotify

Extended show notes, including a kitchen and bathroom cleaning checklist and essential tools lists will be in the next newsletter. Sign up with link below or go to our archive and search "Cleaning 101".

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16442554 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0600 2773 23 4 full false Monday Motivation #13 | The Homemaker's Second Brain: Chore Charts that Work for You Monday Motivation #13 | The Homemaker's Second Brain: Chore Charts that Work for You Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

It’s January 13, how are your new year’s homemaking resolutions going? Many of us use the new year, post holiday season as an opportunity to overhaul our systems and try out new schedules in an effort to streamline and improve our homemaking. Have you considered creating chore charts for yourself? Chore charts can serve as a second homemaking brain for us.

In today's Monday Motivation, I'll share the benefits of chore charts or regular maintenance schedules and 4 practical steps to organizing all of your household to-do's into a manageable schedule.

This content originally appeared in AoH newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail, October 6, 2023.

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It’s January 13, how are your new year’s homemaking resolutions going? Many of us use the new year, post holiday season as an opportunity to overhaul our systems and try out new schedules in an effort to streamline and improve our homemaking. Have you considered creating chore charts for yourself? Chore charts can serve as a second homemaking brain for us.

In today's Monday Motivation, I'll share the benefits of chore charts or regular maintenance schedules and 4 practical steps to organizing all of your household to-do's into a manageable schedule.

This content originally appeared in AoH newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail, October 6, 2023.

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Many of you are considering, perhaps even have begun a read through the Bible challenge for the year and that is awesome. But maybe you are feeling a little hesitant, dare I say resistant to the idea of committing to regular Bible reading and study. Whether it’s because you’re feeling overwhelmed, under equipped or because Bible study seems unrealistic or irrelevant to your current season, this episode is for you. 

I hope that through this conversation you will see the unending riches that are waiting for you in the Word of God and that it is accessible and applicable to your experience as a woman, a wife, a mom, and a homemaker.

 
Episode Links & Notes

Connect with Belinda & Amber
Confident Weakness Ministries Website
Habakuk Study Begins February 11, 2025, register on their website
New Podcast, Conversations in the Psalms on Apple, on Spotify

Recommended Resources

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  • Charles Spurgeon
  • Warren Wiersbe, great for beginners
  • Bible Hub, for original language meaning
  • Blue Letter Bible App, has study aids and commentary
  • Bible Ref App, gives context and commentary for books and individual verses

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Many of you are considering, perhaps even have begun a read through the Bible challenge for the year and that is awesome. But maybe you are feeling a little hesitant, dare I say resistant to the idea of committing to regular Bible reading and study. Whether it’s because you’re feeling overwhelmed, under equipped or because Bible study seems unrealistic or irrelevant to your current season, this episode is for you. 

I hope that through this conversation you will see the unending riches that are waiting for you in the Word of God and that it is accessible and applicable to your experience as a woman, a wife, a mom, and a homemaker.

 
Episode Links & Notes

Connect with Belinda & Amber
Confident Weakness Ministries Website
Habakuk Study Begins February 11, 2025, register on their website
New Podcast, Conversations in the Psalms on Apple, on Spotify

Recommended Resources

  • Enduring Word, David Guzik
  • Charles Spurgeon
  • Warren Wiersbe, great for beginners
  • Bible Hub, for original language meaning
  • Blue Letter Bible App, has study aids and commentary
  • Bible Ref App, gives context and commentary for books and individual verses

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16396583 Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 4400 23 2 full false Monday Motivation #12 | Ready, Set, REST Monday Motivation #12 | Ready, Set, REST Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Happy Monday and Happy New Year, Homemakers! Welcome to Season 23 and the kickoff of another year on the Art of Home Podcast.

As we all launch in to a new year with new dreams and ideas for our homemaking, let me encourage you to begin from a place of rest. Today’s Monday Motivation originally appeared in our newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail, February 3, 2023.

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Strangely Bright; Can You Love God and Enjoy This World? by Joe Rigney

Scripture:
John 15:4-5
Mary & Martha, Luke 10:38-42

Think About It Questions:

  • How do you practice regular weekly, daily and seasonal times of rest?
  • If this is a challenging area for you, take some time to think and pray about why. What changes can you make to your mindset, your expectations and your schedule to incorporate consistent rest into your rhythm of life?

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Happy Monday and Happy New Year, Homemakers! Welcome to Season 23 and the kickoff of another year on the Art of Home Podcast.

As we all launch in to a new year with new dreams and ideas for our homemaking, let me encourage you to begin from a place of rest. Today’s Monday Motivation originally appeared in our newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail, February 3, 2023.

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Strangely Bright; Can You Love God and Enjoy This World? by Joe Rigney

Scripture:
John 15:4-5
Mary & Martha, Luke 10:38-42

Think About It Questions:

  • How do you practice regular weekly, daily and seasonal times of rest?
  • If this is a challenging area for you, take some time to think and pray about why. What changes can you make to your mindset, your expectations and your schedule to incorporate consistent rest into your rhythm of life?

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16263374 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 453 23 1 full false Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 5 Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 5 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! In this episode newbie homemaker, Jillian Johnson, tells us what it’s like celebrating not just with a new husband, but in a new country. This year, she’ll be having her 3rd Christmas in Scotland after growing up in Canada. Elizabeth Ours, mom of 10, has some great ideas to share for a large family Christmas. We also touch on what can be a sensitive or even contentious subject, Santa Claus. Elizabeth shares how and why she and her husband recently chose to take Santa out of their celebrations, while I give my thoughts on the place St. Nick holds in our family traditions. 

In Holiday Homemaker Hints, I’m talking about gifting subscriptions and experiences as well as my top gift wrap tips, then Jan Roueche and Jenna Punke-Bendt round out the episode with their Christmas memories. It’s going to be another great hour full of Christmas ideas, inspiration, recipes, memories and encouragement. 

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Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon)

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! In this episode newbie homemaker, Jillian Johnson, tells us what it’s like celebrating not just with a new husband, but in a new country. This year, she’ll be having her 3rd Christmas in Scotland after growing up in Canada. Elizabeth Ours, mom of 10, has some great ideas to share for a large family Christmas. We also touch on what can be a sensitive or even contentious subject, Santa Claus. Elizabeth shares how and why she and her husband recently chose to take Santa out of their celebrations, while I give my thoughts on the place St. Nick holds in our family traditions. 

In Holiday Homemaker Hints, I’m talking about gifting subscriptions and experiences as well as my top gift wrap tips, then Jan Roueche and Jenna Punke-Bendt round out the episode with their Christmas memories. It’s going to be another great hour full of Christmas ideas, inspiration, recipes, memories and encouragement. 

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Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon)

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16257351 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4591 22 5 full false Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 4 Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 4 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Bethany Kimsey, Jen Thayer, Maryela Soto-Portillo, Jenny Crozier, and Christa Sterken. In Holiday Homemaking Hints I'm sharing gift ideas for book lovers, sports lovers, bird lovers, music lovers, and sewing enthusiasts on your list.

I also check the mailbag and answer a text sent by a listener who lost her love of cooking and baking after being diagnosed with celiac disease. I share my favorite resources and a few tips for gluten free baking.

We've got a full 90 minutes of holiday cheer coming your way! Enjoy!!

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Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)


Mail Bag

Holiday Stories of Home

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“Lord, You Were Born.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 28-29.

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In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Bethany Kimsey, Jen Thayer, Maryela Soto-Portillo, Jenny Crozier, and Christa Sterken. In Holiday Homemaking Hints I'm sharing gift ideas for book lovers, sports lovers, bird lovers, music lovers, and sewing enthusiasts on your list.

I also check the mailbag and answer a text sent by a listener who lost her love of cooking and baking after being diagnosed with celiac disease. I share my favorite resources and a few tips for gluten free baking.

We've got a full 90 minutes of holiday cheer coming your way! Enjoy!!

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS:

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)


Mail Bag

Holiday Stories of Home

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“Lord, You Were Born.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 28-29.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16217637 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 5417 22 4 full false Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 3 Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 3 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Lydia Goode, Anna Murphy, Amanda Turk, Brittany Duncan and Cathy Bauer. I'm sharing my life-changing Christmas prep for this year as well as lots of ideas for gifts you can make in your kitchen and in your sewing room.

There's a lot of holiday goodness coming your way in the next 80 minutes. Enjoy!

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Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)


Allison's Update Notes

Allison' s Spice Mix Recipes

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“This Year Will Be Different.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 65-66. 

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In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Lydia Goode, Anna Murphy, Amanda Turk, Brittany Duncan and Cathy Bauer. I'm sharing my life-changing Christmas prep for this year as well as lots of ideas for gifts you can make in your kitchen and in your sewing room.

There's a lot of holiday goodness coming your way in the next 80 minutes. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)


Allison's Update Notes

Allison' s Spice Mix Recipes

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“This Year Will Be Different.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 65-66. 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-16137030 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4886 22 3 full false Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 2 Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this Holiday Homemaking episode, I am featuring the Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Carrie Parker, Kerita Fuller, LeAnne Stadler, Darah Rogers and Alecia Doty.

In Holiday Homemaking Hints, I’m sticking with the 2024 gifting theme and will be sharing lots of stocking stuffer inspiration. After I give a little history on the legendary origin of Christmas stockings, I'll give you stocking stuffer ideas for foodies, kids, babies, teens and adults.

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Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

Poem:
Paul Laurence Dunbar, "Christmas Carol," from The Complete Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar (Dodd, Mead and Company, 1922.) Public Domain.

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In this Holiday Homemaking episode, I am featuring the Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Carrie Parker, Kerita Fuller, LeAnne Stadler, Darah Rogers and Alecia Doty.

In Holiday Homemaking Hints, I’m sticking with the 2024 gifting theme and will be sharing lots of stocking stuffer inspiration. After I give a little history on the legendary origin of Christmas stockings, I'll give you stocking stuffer ideas for foodies, kids, babies, teens and adults.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

Poem:
Paul Laurence Dunbar, "Christmas Carol," from The Complete Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar (Dodd, Mead and Company, 1922.) Public Domain.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-16095237 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 5027 22 2 full false Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 1 Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

This first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2024 is a little different than past episodes. The first half of the episode is a mini deep dive on Advent with wife, mom, homemaker and author, Donna Amidon. She shares how her family practice of decorating a Jesse Tree throughout Advent transformed their celebration of Christmas and led to her new book, Tracing His Promise.

Then we jump into familiar Holiday Homemaking territory with Amanda Faucett's and Holly Tompkins' holiday stories of home, some holiday poetry and some tips from me on coordinating family or group gift giving. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Donna Amidon
Website | Instagram
Advent Book:
Tracing His Promise: Understanding the Bigger Story of Jesus and What That Means for Us

E. E. Cummings, "[little tree]" from Tulips & Chimneys. Copyright © 1923 by E. E. Cummings. Public Domain.

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Santa Surveys on Etsy

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This first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2024 is a little different than past episodes. The first half of the episode is a mini deep dive on Advent with wife, mom, homemaker and author, Donna Amidon. She shares how her family practice of decorating a Jesse Tree throughout Advent transformed their celebration of Christmas and led to her new book, Tracing His Promise.

Then we jump into familiar Holiday Homemaking territory with Amanda Faucett's and Holly Tompkins' holiday stories of home, some holiday poetry and some tips from me on coordinating family or group gift giving. 

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Donna Amidon
Website | Instagram
Advent Book:
Tracing His Promise: Understanding the Bigger Story of Jesus and What That Means for Us

E. E. Cummings, "[little tree]" from Tulips & Chimneys. Copyright © 1923 by E. E. Cummings. Public Domain.

Gift Apps

Santa Surveys on Etsy

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-16055464 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4467 Donna Amidon, Holly Thompkins, Amanda Faucett, Advent, Christmas, holiday, homemaking 22 1 full false Monday Motivation #11 | Stress-Free Party Planning Monday Motivation #11 | Stress-Free Party Planning Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

As we head into the holiday season, many of you may be considering hosting opportunities that the season brings. Maybe you plan to host your first Thanksgiving or Christmas Eve dinner or perhaps a fun holiday themed party, or maybe, like our family, you have a few birthdays to celebrate this time of year. Whatever type of gathering you are hosting the difference between a happy hostess and a frazzled hostess is planning and prepping ahead. 

Join us for some motivating ideas for stress-free party planning and prep. I'm also sharing some of your feedback in today's mailbag segment.

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Give your feedback for the Mailbag! Use the One-Way Text Link above ⬆️⬆️⬆️

Halloween Tracts to Hand Out:

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As we head into the holiday season, many of you may be considering hosting opportunities that the season brings. Maybe you plan to host your first Thanksgiving or Christmas Eve dinner or perhaps a fun holiday themed party, or maybe, like our family, you have a few birthdays to celebrate this time of year. Whatever type of gathering you are hosting the difference between a happy hostess and a frazzled hostess is planning and prepping ahead. 

Join us for some motivating ideas for stress-free party planning and prep. I'm also sharing some of your feedback in today's mailbag segment.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Give your feedback for the Mailbag! Use the One-Way Text Link above ⬆️⬆️⬆️

Halloween Tracts to Hand Out:

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15987066 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 845 homemaking, hosting, hospitality, party planning, holidays, holiday party, thanksgiving, christmas 21 10 full false Homemaker Double Portrait | Jillian Johnson & Anna Murphy Homemaker Double Portrait | Jillian Johnson & Anna Murphy Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

First, I am chatting with ANOTHER Scottish homemaker, Jillian Johnson. Technically, she was raised in Canada by Scottish parents, she moved to Belfast, Ireland for midwifery school where she met a dashing Scottish medical student who was raised in England. They got married, had a baby, and now make their home in Scotland. We have the most delightful conversation about Jillian’s experience as a newbie homemaker, wife and mom. I adore her sense of humor and found myself smiling and laughing all over again as I did the editing of her segment.

Then I chat with Anna Murphy who stayed home for about 5 years with her daughter then taught school for 12 years before returning home full time in 2020. The Lord really changed Anna’s perspective about the importance of homemaking to draw her back home just in time for those crucial years of helping her teen daughter see the value in homemaking. With both of these ladies, we cover all the usual territory of strengths, weaknesses, expectations, fails, wins, resources and more.

In Allison's Update, I'm sharing my favorite Fall music and news about Holiday Homemaking 2024!

EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

Allison's Update

Connect with Anna Murphy
Instagram @annadesalvomurphy

Rawlings, Marjorie. "It Isn't Work." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 106.

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First, I am chatting with ANOTHER Scottish homemaker, Jillian Johnson. Technically, she was raised in Canada by Scottish parents, she moved to Belfast, Ireland for midwifery school where she met a dashing Scottish medical student who was raised in England. They got married, had a baby, and now make their home in Scotland. We have the most delightful conversation about Jillian’s experience as a newbie homemaker, wife and mom. I adore her sense of humor and found myself smiling and laughing all over again as I did the editing of her segment.

Then I chat with Anna Murphy who stayed home for about 5 years with her daughter then taught school for 12 years before returning home full time in 2020. The Lord really changed Anna’s perspective about the importance of homemaking to draw her back home just in time for those crucial years of helping her teen daughter see the value in homemaking. With both of these ladies, we cover all the usual territory of strengths, weaknesses, expectations, fails, wins, resources and more.

In Allison's Update, I'm sharing my favorite Fall music and news about Holiday Homemaking 2024!

EPISODE LINKS & NOTES

Allison's Update

Connect with Anna Murphy
Instagram @annadesalvomurphy

Rawlings, Marjorie. "It Isn't Work." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 106.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15972462 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5745 Anna Murphy, Jillian Johnson, homemaking, homemaker, fall playlists 21 9 full false Monday Motivation #10 | Piercing the Darkness with Halloween Hospitality Monday Motivation #10 | Piercing the Darkness with Halloween Hospitality Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I realize for some believers this holiday is off limits due to their past and or their conscience before the Lord. I respect that because, while we all have freedom in Christ, each one of us should do as the Holy Spirit directs us. If that's you, feel free to skip this episode.

For those of you who are on the fence or haven’t really considered how Christians should think about Halloween, I'd like to present one perspective in today's episode. Is this really "the devil's day" and are we violating scripture by handing out candy? 

It is my prayer that this episode will encourage you to fear not, but rather seek the Lord's will for your family's participation (or not) in Halloween. 

I am also giving some practical suggestions for fun couples and family costumes as well as my (new) favorite fall candies.


🎃 “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
 -John 1:5

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Fall Favorites: Clean Candy
Unreal Coconut Bars
YumEarth lollipops and hard candy
ChocXO Cups

Halloween Hospitality
Scripture References

"Halloween and Christians: An Opportunity with Jimmy and Kelly Needham," Family Life Today Podcast, October 4, 2024
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Newsletter Series on Acts of Courageous Homemaking
#1 Be Informed by Trusted Sources
#2 Keep the Home Fires Burning, Homemaking in a Spiritual War Zone

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I realize for some believers this holiday is off limits due to their past and or their conscience before the Lord. I respect that because, while we all have freedom in Christ, each one of us should do as the Holy Spirit directs us. If that's you, feel free to skip this episode.

For those of you who are on the fence or haven’t really considered how Christians should think about Halloween, I'd like to present one perspective in today's episode. Is this really "the devil's day" and are we violating scripture by handing out candy? 

It is my prayer that this episode will encourage you to fear not, but rather seek the Lord's will for your family's participation (or not) in Halloween. 

I am also giving some practical suggestions for fun couples and family costumes as well as my (new) favorite fall candies.


🎃 “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
 -John 1:5

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Fall Favorites: Clean Candy
Unreal Coconut Bars
YumEarth lollipops and hard candy
ChocXO Cups

Halloween Hospitality
Scripture References

"Halloween and Christians: An Opportunity with Jimmy and Kelly Needham," Family Life Today Podcast, October 4, 2024
  Apple | Spotify 

Newsletter Series on Acts of Courageous Homemaking
#1 Be Informed by Trusted Sources
#2 Keep the Home Fires Burning, Homemaking in a Spiritual War Zone

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15903866 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 943 halloween, homemaking, christian, hospitality 21 8 full false Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Maryela Soto-Portillo & Amanda Faucett Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Maryela Soto-Portillo & Amanda Faucett Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I've got TWO great stories of home for you today! First I am chatting with Maryela Soto-Portillo who has been keeping a home for 15 years. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in New Jersey, she now makes a home in Florida with her husband, 2 children, and her mother. Maryela works part time, homeschools her children and has dreams of opening a homeschool co-op to help other busy moms make homeschooling work for their families. 

Then, I visit with Amanda Faucett who has been keeping a home with husband, James, for 23 years. She just launched her son from the nest and will be launching her daughter in less than 2 years. Amanda and I have a great conversation about living in a somewhat politically divided home. It’s not a topic that comes up often, but it is her experience and she has some great insights to share.

I will also be sharing a couple answers from last Monday's question of the week about favorite fiction books and giving you my answer to that question. Enjoy and don't forget to use the chapter markers to hop around and find you place later if you need to listen in more than one go. :)

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Allison's Update, Books Mentioned

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I've got TWO great stories of home for you today! First I am chatting with Maryela Soto-Portillo who has been keeping a home for 15 years. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in New Jersey, she now makes a home in Florida with her husband, 2 children, and her mother. Maryela works part time, homeschools her children and has dreams of opening a homeschool co-op to help other busy moms make homeschooling work for their families. 

Then, I visit with Amanda Faucett who has been keeping a home with husband, James, for 23 years. She just launched her son from the nest and will be launching her daughter in less than 2 years. Amanda and I have a great conversation about living in a somewhat politically divided home. It’s not a topic that comes up often, but it is her experience and she has some great insights to share.

I will also be sharing a couple answers from last Monday's question of the week about favorite fiction books and giving you my answer to that question. Enjoy and don't forget to use the chapter markers to hop around and find you place later if you need to listen in more than one go. :)

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Allison's Update, Books Mentioned

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15892543 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 6081 21 7 full false Monday Motivation #9 | Read Great Books with Friends: Start a Virtual Book Club Monday Motivation #9 | Read Great Books with Friends: Start a Virtual Book Club Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In our recent deep dive episode on the informed homemaker, Isa Ryan and I discussed the value of exposing ourselves to great literature because it helps train our minds in the art of story-telling. If you are intimidated by tackling the classics or fear you'll never finish without encouragement, might I suggest a book club?

I'm on year 4 of a virtual book club with friends and this December we will have conquered over 50 classics together!

In this episode I'm sharing 5 ways great literature will help you be an informed homemaker and 5 steps to start and maintain a virtual book club.

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Deep Dive Episode: The Informed Homemaker with Isa Ryan

Conquering the Classics Book List and Questions will be in the Newsletter this Friday. Subscribe below

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In our recent deep dive episode on the informed homemaker, Isa Ryan and I discussed the value of exposing ourselves to great literature because it helps train our minds in the art of story-telling. If you are intimidated by tackling the classics or fear you'll never finish without encouragement, might I suggest a book club?

I'm on year 4 of a virtual book club with friends and this December we will have conquered over 50 classics together!

In this episode I'm sharing 5 ways great literature will help you be an informed homemaker and 5 steps to start and maintain a virtual book club.

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Deep Dive Episode: The Informed Homemaker with Isa Ryan

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15836676 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 963 21 6 full false Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Jennifer Crozier & Holly Tompkins Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Jennifer Crozier & Holly Tompkins Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I've got another 2-for-1 Double Homemaker Portrait Episode for you!🏡🏡

First we will hear from Jennifer Crozier in my first interview with a homemaker outside of the states! She shares all about her homemaking farm life in rural Scotland  and her love for the old ways and how she is helping to keep them alive with the Scottish Women’s Institute.

Then we will chat with homemaker and mom of 5, Holly Tompkins, all about juggling a large family, homeschooling and hobby farming. Holly is a meal planning, freezer cooking pro and shares some excellent tips with us!

I'm also sharing some of my favorite Fall Things and some tips in Allison's Update. 🍁🍂

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I've got another 2-for-1 Double Homemaker Portrait Episode for you!🏡🏡

First we will hear from Jennifer Crozier in my first interview with a homemaker outside of the states! She shares all about her homemaking farm life in rural Scotland  and her love for the old ways and how she is helping to keep them alive with the Scottish Women’s Institute.

Then we will chat with homemaker and mom of 5, Holly Tompkins, all about juggling a large family, homeschooling and hobby farming. Holly is a meal planning, freezer cooking pro and shares some excellent tips with us!

I'm also sharing some of my favorite Fall Things and some tips in Allison's Update. 🍁🍂

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15810863 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 6159 HOMEMAKER, homemaking, Jennifer Crozier, Holly Thompkins, home, homesteading 21 5 full false Monday Motivation #8 | Be a Berean, Guard the Gates of Your Mind and Home Monday Motivation #8 | Be a Berean, Guard the Gates of Your Mind and Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today's episode is a companion to our recent deep dive on the informed homemaker which is all about making sense of what is happening in the world and our culture with eyes of faith through a Biblical worldview lens. Of course going right to the source and studying scripture itself is the best policy, but what about companion resources such as devotionals, Bible focused podcasts, Bible study books, online sermons, other Christian publications, YouTube channels, etc? How to we know who to trust? Is there a way to tell whether or not a preacher or publication is biblically sound? That is what we are discussing today as we look at the example of a group of believers from the New Testament called the Bereans.

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Companion Resources

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  • The Bereans: Acts 17:10-12
  • The Holy Spirit dwells in believers: John 14:26 & 17, John 16:13

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Today's episode is a companion to our recent deep dive on the informed homemaker which is all about making sense of what is happening in the world and our culture with eyes of faith through a Biblical worldview lens. Of course going right to the source and studying scripture itself is the best policy, but what about companion resources such as devotionals, Bible focused podcasts, Bible study books, online sermons, other Christian publications, YouTube channels, etc? How to we know who to trust? Is there a way to tell whether or not a preacher or publication is biblically sound? That is what we are discussing today as we look at the example of a group of believers from the New Testament called the Bereans.

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Companion Resources

Scripture References

  • The Bereans: Acts 17:10-12
  • The Holy Spirit dwells in believers: John 14:26 & 17, John 16:13

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15754631 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 638 21 4 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | The Informed Homemaker with Isa Ryan Homemaking Deep Dive | The Informed Homemaker with Isa Ryan Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Has the news got you angry, worried, or ready to opt out of society? As part of our season-long exploration of courageous homemaking we are going to tackle the topic of world news, events and culture. How do we navigate all of that responsibly without fear, fighting or checking out completely and what does all of this have to do with courageous homemaking?

My discussion partner today is Isa Ryan, a homemaker and writer who grew up with a very progressive paradigm and no concept of biblical femininity. As a follower of Christ, she now champions God's design for men, women and the family in her writing and her interactions on social media.

Join us as we look at what it means to be an informed homemaker and why it matters.

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What Isa Uses: The Grant Horner Method
What Allison uses: Robert Murray M’Cheyne Plan

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Has the news got you angry, worried, or ready to opt out of society? As part of our season-long exploration of courageous homemaking we are going to tackle the topic of world news, events and culture. How do we navigate all of that responsibly without fear, fighting or checking out completely and what does all of this have to do with courageous homemaking?

My discussion partner today is Isa Ryan, a homemaker and writer who grew up with a very progressive paradigm and no concept of biblical femininity. As a follower of Christ, she now champions God's design for men, women and the family in her writing and her interactions on social media.

Join us as we look at what it means to be an informed homemaker and why it matters.

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Connect with Isa
Instagram | @created_female
Substack | isaryan.substack.com

Bible Reading Plans:
What Isa Uses: The Grant Horner Method
What Allison uses: Robert Murray M’Cheyne Plan

Recommended Reading on Worldview:

Apps, Sites & Misc

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15730428 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5432 21 3 full false Monday Motivation #7 | Prioritizing the Family Table Monday Motivation #7 | Prioritizing the Family Table Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

One of the ways we can express love in our homemaking is to prioritize the family table. Slowing down long enough to gather and break bread together provides the family an opportunity to connect every day. In this episode we will look at things to consider regarding expectations and purpose as well as tips and ideas for setting the table and the mood and what to talk about once you are there.

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Rawlings, Marjorie. "After Dinner." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 36.

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One of the ways we can express love in our homemaking is to prioritize the family table. Slowing down long enough to gather and break bread together provides the family an opportunity to connect every day. In this episode we will look at things to consider regarding expectations and purpose as well as tips and ideas for setting the table and the mood and what to talk about once you are there.

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HOMEMAKER POETRY

Rawlings, Marjorie. "After Dinner." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 36.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15669778 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 839 21 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Elizabeth Ours Homemaker Portrait | Elizabeth Ours Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to Season 21!! Today, I am chatting with seasoned homemaker and mother of 10, Elizabeth Ours, who had the most clever blog name ever back the day,  Yes, They are All Ours. Get it? 😁 

Married right out of college, Elizabeth has been homemaking for four decades and homeschooled all 10 of her children. She has so much wisdom to share and her joyful attitude is contagious. 

I'm also sharing what I'm loving lately on Allison's Update and what to expect this season on The Art of Home.

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Allison's Update:

  • The Cross Legacy YouTube
  • Instant Pot Risotto (adapted from Allrecipes.com)
    • 2 TBS olive or avocado oil
    • 1/4 cup finely diced onion
    • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup Arborio rice
    • 2 1/4 cups chicken broth (or 2 1/4 cups water + 1 bouillon cube)
    • 1/4 cup diced mushrooms and/or 1/4 cup baby green peas (optional)
    • 2 TBS butter
    • 1/4-1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • Use sauté function on IP to heat the oil. Add onion, sauté for 3-4 min, stirring. Add garlic and stir until fragrant (about 30 sec ). Add rice, stir constantly, until rice starts to toast lightly (1-2 min).
    • Pour in the broth, add optional veggies if using. Put lid on and lock into place. Press Manual and set for 6 minutes, high pressure. 
    • When cooking is complete, carefully manually release pressure fully and remove lid. Stir in butter and parmesan until creamy and fully combined. Top with fresh parsley if desired. Serves 4  side portions or 2 hearty main.
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Welcome to Season 21!! Today, I am chatting with seasoned homemaker and mother of 10, Elizabeth Ours, who had the most clever blog name ever back the day,  Yes, They are All Ours. Get it? 😁 

Married right out of college, Elizabeth has been homemaking for four decades and homeschooled all 10 of her children. She has so much wisdom to share and her joyful attitude is contagious. 

I'm also sharing what I'm loving lately on Allison's Update and what to expect this season on The Art of Home.

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Allison's Update:

  • The Cross Legacy YouTube
  • Instant Pot Risotto (adapted from Allrecipes.com)
    • 2 TBS olive or avocado oil
    • 1/4 cup finely diced onion
    • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup Arborio rice
    • 2 1/4 cups chicken broth (or 2 1/4 cups water + 1 bouillon cube)
    • 1/4 cup diced mushrooms and/or 1/4 cup baby green peas (optional)
    • 2 TBS butter
    • 1/4-1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • Use sauté function on IP to heat the oil. Add onion, sauté for 3-4 min, stirring. Add garlic and stir until fragrant (about 30 sec ). Add rice, stir constantly, until rice starts to toast lightly (1-2 min).
    • Pour in the broth, add optional veggies if using. Put lid on and lock into place. Press Manual and set for 6 minutes, high pressure. 
    • When cooking is complete, carefully manually release pressure fully and remove lid. Stir in butter and parmesan until creamy and fully combined. Top with fresh parsley if desired. Serves 4  side portions or 2 hearty main.
  • Connect with Elizabeth
  • Elizabeth's Favs

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Elizabeth Ours Buzzsprout-15645789 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4334 Elizabeth Ours, Homemaker, Homemaking, Homeschool, Titus 2, Large Family, hospitality 21 1 full false Monday Motivation #6 | Homemaker Culture, Cultivating a Creative Life Monday Motivation #6 | Homemaker Culture, Cultivating a Creative Life Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's Monday Motivation I'm riffing on the popular Charlotte Mason idea of Mother Culture™ and applying it to the homemaker. Mother Culture™ stresses the importance of cultivating your own soul and mind with the express purpose of having something good, true and beautiful to offer those in your care.

Homemaker Culture, as I have experienced it over the past 30+ years, involves claiming small windows of time amidst our busy days to cultivate a rich reading life, religious life, artful life and creative life. This episode will focus on the creative life, with some practical suggestions to help you begin to pursue Homemaker Culture.

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Summer Prompts

  • water
  • sun
  • heat
  • games
  • melons
  • tomatoes
  • vacation
  • fireflies
  • lemonade
  • flowers

Autumn Prompts

  • harvest
  • memory
  • pie
  • leaves
  • smells
  • apples
  • knitted
  • family
  • pumpkins
  • colors

For the Printable version of these prompt lists, sign up for the newsletter before 8.16.24 or go the theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "homemaker culture".

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In today's Monday Motivation I'm riffing on the popular Charlotte Mason idea of Mother Culture™ and applying it to the homemaker. Mother Culture™ stresses the importance of cultivating your own soul and mind with the express purpose of having something good, true and beautiful to offer those in your care.

Homemaker Culture, as I have experienced it over the past 30+ years, involves claiming small windows of time amidst our busy days to cultivate a rich reading life, religious life, artful life and creative life. This episode will focus on the creative life, with some practical suggestions to help you begin to pursue Homemaker Culture.

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Summer Prompts

  • water
  • sun
  • heat
  • games
  • melons
  • tomatoes
  • vacation
  • fireflies
  • lemonade
  • flowers

Autumn Prompts

  • harvest
  • memory
  • pie
  • leaves
  • smells
  • apples
  • knitted
  • family
  • pumpkins
  • colors

For the Printable version of these prompt lists, sign up for the newsletter before 8.16.24 or go the theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "homemaker culture".

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15554555 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1169 20 12 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | The Homeschooling Homemaker Homemaking Deep Dive | The Homeschooling Homemaker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are diving deep into the Homeschooling Homemaker with a panel of 3 veteran homeschoolers. Roan Johnson, Carrie Parker and Sarah Beaugh, who have a combined experience of 44 years homeschooling, and if you add in my 8 years, that’s over 50 years of homeschooling experience coming your way for the next hour!

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Homeschooling Pros & Cons
Knowing Your Why
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We are diving deep into the Homeschooling Homemaker with a panel of 3 veteran homeschoolers. Roan Johnson, Carrie Parker and Sarah Beaugh, who have a combined experience of 44 years homeschooling, and if you add in my 8 years, that’s over 50 years of homeschooling experience coming your way for the next hour!

IN THIS EPISODE
Homeschooling Pros & Cons
Knowing Your Why
Homeschool Styles
Homeschool Law
Curriculum
Making Space in Your Home & Schedule
Inspiration & Advice

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-15539736 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5213 homeschool, homeschooling, homemaking, Charlotte Mason, Abeka, Apologia, Sarah Beaugh, Roan Johnson, Carrie Parker 20 11 full false Monday Motivation #5 | The Enemy of Home Monday Motivation #5 | The Enemy of Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We all desire a peaceful, fruitful home where everyone feels loved, valued and welcome. We can all think of things that hinder or even hijack that goal, but the most sneaky enemy of home may be lurking in the dark corners of our own hearts.

In today's Monday Motivation I share a story about this enemy of home involving a close encounter of the natural kind. In keeping with the discovery and nature theme, I'm sharing my favorite apps for identifying the animals, plants and bugs around your home and neighborhood.

I also share a couple of listener comments and a tip from the AoH Mail Bag.

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Scripture in this Episode:

  • 1 John 1:5-7
  • 1 John 1:9
  • Romans 8:1-2
  • Ephesians 5:8-11

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We all desire a peaceful, fruitful home where everyone feels loved, valued and welcome. We can all think of things that hinder or even hijack that goal, but the most sneaky enemy of home may be lurking in the dark corners of our own hearts.

In today's Monday Motivation I share a story about this enemy of home involving a close encounter of the natural kind. In keeping with the discovery and nature theme, I'm sharing my favorite apps for identifying the animals, plants and bugs around your home and neighborhood.

I also share a couple of listener comments and a tip from the AoH Mail Bag.

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Scripture in this Episode:

  • 1 John 1:5-7
  • 1 John 1:9
  • Romans 8:1-2
  • Ephesians 5:8-11

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15485305 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 856 homemaking, homemaker, nature study, hidden sin, forgiven, linens, sheets, nature identification apps, nature journal 20 10 full false Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Brittany Duncan & Jenna Punke-Bendt Homemaker Portrait Double Episode | Brittany Duncan & Jenna Punke-Bendt Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this experimental, first ever, Homemaker Portrait Double Episode!

First, I’m chatting with Brittany Duncan, homemaker and fellow podcaster. Brittany has been keeping a home with her husband, Johnson, for 7 years. Even though she works outside the home, Brittany loves embracing the old ways of homemaking so much that she started a podcast to help other women her age do the same. 

My second guest today is Jenna Punke-Bendt, homemaker and another fellow homemaking content creator. Jenna has been keeping a home with her husband, Doug, for 17 years. Jenna has embraced full time homemaking for most of those years as she has raised 4 boys who were all born within a span of only 5 years!

With both of these guests I will discuss their typical homemaking day, their homemaking strengths, weaknesses and influences. We discuss homemaking expectations and gratitude as well as classic Q&A with all the usual questions plus a new one about hospitality. Finally, we talk to the younger and the older women with some Titus 2 advice.

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Historical Homemaker Hints

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Join me for this experimental, first ever, Homemaker Portrait Double Episode!

First, I’m chatting with Brittany Duncan, homemaker and fellow podcaster. Brittany has been keeping a home with her husband, Johnson, for 7 years. Even though she works outside the home, Brittany loves embracing the old ways of homemaking so much that she started a podcast to help other women her age do the same. 

My second guest today is Jenna Punke-Bendt, homemaker and another fellow homemaking content creator. Jenna has been keeping a home with her husband, Doug, for 17 years. Jenna has embraced full time homemaking for most of those years as she has raised 4 boys who were all born within a span of only 5 years!

With both of these guests I will discuss their typical homemaking day, their homemaking strengths, weaknesses and influences. We discuss homemaking expectations and gratitude as well as classic Q&A with all the usual questions plus a new one about hospitality. Finally, we talk to the younger and the older women with some Titus 2 advice.

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Connect with Jenna Punke-Bendt

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Historical Homemaker Hints

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15464045 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5154 20 9 full false Monday Motivation #4 | How to do a Pantry Challenge Monday Motivation #4 | How to do a Pantry Challenge Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In keeping with our theme of Kitchen economy this season, I decided to revisit the topic of a pantry challenge. You may have heard me talk about this at the beginning of this year, if so consider this a refresher and a reminder that you can do a pantry challenge no matter what time of year!

In this episode I will share 5 steps to a successful pantry challenge as well as a deep freezer defrosting hack.

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In keeping with our theme of Kitchen economy this season, I decided to revisit the topic of a pantry challenge. You may have heard me talk about this at the beginning of this year, if so consider this a refresher and a reminder that you can do a pantry challenge no matter what time of year!

In this episode I will share 5 steps to a successful pantry challenge as well as a deep freezer defrosting hack.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15412542 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 790 pantry challenge, homemaking, homemaker, Monday motivation, food economy 20 8 full false Homemaker Portrait | Christa Sterken Homemaker Portrait | Christa Sterken Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On to today’s homemaker portrait, I’m chatting with seasoned homemaker, Christa Sterken, who has been keeping a home for 37 years. She and her husband raised and homeschooled 2 girls and are enjoying their empty nest years where every day feels like a “date day”. Christa is passionate about creating a curated home full of joyful memories and has learned to embrace the beauty of ordinary moments in every season of homemaking.

I am so excited to bring you this rich conversation. Christa’s love of home comes through loud and clear and her open and honest sharing of the struggles and challenges she’s faced add even more beauty to her story. She has gained much wisdom in these 37 years and I am honored to  amplify her testimony of God’s goodness through it all.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS
 

Companion Blog Post with ALL links, resources and Recipes

Day Designer Paper Planners

Connect with Christa
Instagram @christasterken
Website  christasterken.com

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On to today’s homemaker portrait, I’m chatting with seasoned homemaker, Christa Sterken, who has been keeping a home for 37 years. She and her husband raised and homeschooled 2 girls and are enjoying their empty nest years where every day feels like a “date day”. Christa is passionate about creating a curated home full of joyful memories and has learned to embrace the beauty of ordinary moments in every season of homemaking.

I am so excited to bring you this rich conversation. Christa’s love of home comes through loud and clear and her open and honest sharing of the struggles and challenges she’s faced add even more beauty to her story. She has gained much wisdom in these 37 years and I am honored to  amplify her testimony of God’s goodness through it all.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS
 

Companion Blog Post with ALL links, resources and Recipes

Day Designer Paper Planners

Connect with Christa
Instagram @christasterken
Website  christasterken.com

We Want Your $$ Saving Tips
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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-christa-sterken-season-20-ep-7 Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15387502 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4019 Christa Sterken, homemaker, homemaking, Titus 2 20 7 full false Monday Motivation #3 | The Aroma of Home Monday Motivation #3 | The Aroma of Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

"There are homes in which there is nothing remarkable in the way of grandeur or elegance, yet the very atmosphere as you enter it is filled with sweetness like, 'the smell of a field that the Lord hath blessed'. It is the aroma of love, the love of Christ shed abroad in human hearts." ~JR Miller

We have an opportunity, homemakers, to cultivate a particular spiritual and relational fragrance in our homes. Will it be a sweet aroma or an offensive stench? Today I am sharing a little  story about the aroma of home, some of my favorite spice mixes and I'm pulling a classic cookbook From My Bookshelf that I think will help you in your homemaking journey.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Rawlings, Marjorie. "Smell of Old Houses." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 113.

My Spice Blend Recipes: Search "spice blends" or "Monday Motivation #3" at https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

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"There are homes in which there is nothing remarkable in the way of grandeur or elegance, yet the very atmosphere as you enter it is filled with sweetness like, 'the smell of a field that the Lord hath blessed'. It is the aroma of love, the love of Christ shed abroad in human hearts." ~JR Miller

We have an opportunity, homemakers, to cultivate a particular spiritual and relational fragrance in our homes. Will it be a sweet aroma or an offensive stench? Today I am sharing a little  story about the aroma of home, some of my favorite spice mixes and I'm pulling a classic cookbook From My Bookshelf that I think will help you in your homemaking journey.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Rawlings, Marjorie. "Smell of Old Houses." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 113.

My Spice Blend Recipes: Search "spice blends" or "Monday Motivation #3" at https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15324540 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 816 cookbooks, JR Miller, spices, spice mixes, homemaking, aroma of love 20 6 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Kitchen Economy Homemaking Deep Dive | Kitchen Economy Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We want to be faithful, wise managers of the resources that have been entrusted to us. There are many benefits to good stewardship, but like all things in homemaking, economy in the kitchen doesn’t just come naturally to most of us and there are many things that can trip us up and hinder our progress.

In this episode we will first look at the why of kitchen economy; how it honors God, our husbands and helps our homemaking. Then  we will discuss how our grocery bills are impacted by our skills and expectations. Finally we will look at how to use money and time management for practicing good kitchen economy with 15 money and time saving tips.

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Rawlings, Marjorie. "Out of Things." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 102.

Scripture References

  • Psalm 24:1, Psalm 50, 2 Corinthians 9
  • Proverbs 3:9-10, Matthew 25:21, James 1:5
  • Proverbs 31:11-12, 23, 28
  • Luke 6:38

Historical Homemaking Hints
1003 Household Hints and Work Savers, edited by Michael Gore, Bankers Community Service Company, New York, 1948. pp. 8-20.

More on managing kitchen inventory, food storage and preservation: Homemaking Deep Dive Food Preservation with Mandi Thompson, Part 1 & Part 2

My blog post on doing a pantry challenge

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We want to be faithful, wise managers of the resources that have been entrusted to us. There are many benefits to good stewardship, but like all things in homemaking, economy in the kitchen doesn’t just come naturally to most of us and there are many things that can trip us up and hinder our progress.

In this episode we will first look at the why of kitchen economy; how it honors God, our husbands and helps our homemaking. Then  we will discuss how our grocery bills are impacted by our skills and expectations. Finally we will look at how to use money and time management for practicing good kitchen economy with 15 money and time saving tips.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS:

Rawlings, Marjorie. "Out of Things." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Roger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997. p. 102.

Scripture References

  • Psalm 24:1, Psalm 50, 2 Corinthians 9
  • Proverbs 3:9-10, Matthew 25:21, James 1:5
  • Proverbs 31:11-12, 23, 28
  • Luke 6:38

Historical Homemaking Hints
1003 Household Hints and Work Savers, edited by Michael Gore, Bankers Community Service Company, New York, 1948. pp. 8-20.

More on managing kitchen inventory, food storage and preservation: Homemaking Deep Dive Food Preservation with Mandi Thompson, Part 1 & Part 2

My blog post on doing a pantry challenge

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15312660 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3063 homemaking, groceries, saving money, food savers, meal planning, economy, stewardship 20 5 full false Monday Motivation #2 | The Magic of a Busy Box Monday Motivation #2 | The Magic of a Busy Box Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my summer memories of creating from my grandmother's scrap box and how I carried that practice into my own home when my children were growing up. Whether to fill time on a rainy afternoon, keep little hands busy during travel or in waiting rooms, a Busy Box for your kids or grandkids will certainly spark creativity. Just remember, it's not really about the end result, it's the process and the memory you are making of being creative together. 

I'm also answering a listener question from The AoH Mail Bag about creating family and personal mission plans.

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In today's Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my summer memories of creating from my grandmother's scrap box and how I carried that practice into my own home when my children were growing up. Whether to fill time on a rainy afternoon, keep little hands busy during travel or in waiting rooms, a Busy Box for your kids or grandkids will certainly spark creativity. Just remember, it's not really about the end result, it's the process and the memory you are making of being creative together. 

I'm also answering a listener question from The AoH Mail Bag about creating family and personal mission plans.

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I am chatting with Darah Rogers who has been keeping a home for several years…including a time of single homemaking in a youth camp cabin during covid and most recently for 2 years with her husband and baby girl. Darah shares how she struggled to reconcile her long standing desire to be at home full time with the cultural pressure she felt to pursue a career and how she is still resolving that struggle. We cover all the usual ground of fails, wins, tips and Titus 2 advice. Darah has that youthful zeal for all the  homemaking things and I picked up several new ideas from her!

In Allison's Update, I'm sharing my favorite new kitchen tool, how you can contribute to our Season 20 theme and all about our new private Facebook group, Homemaker Forum.


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I am chatting with Darah Rogers who has been keeping a home for several years…including a time of single homemaking in a youth camp cabin during covid and most recently for 2 years with her husband and baby girl. Darah shares how she struggled to reconcile her long standing desire to be at home full time with the cultural pressure she felt to pursue a career and how she is still resolving that struggle. We cover all the usual ground of fails, wins, tips and Titus 2 advice. Darah has that youthful zeal for all the  homemaking things and I picked up several new ideas from her!

In Allison's Update, I'm sharing my favorite new kitchen tool, how you can contribute to our Season 20 theme and all about our new private Facebook group, Homemaker Forum.


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]]> Buzzsprout-15238748 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0500 3814 20 3 full false Monday Motivation #1, Timeless not Tacky, Seasonal Decorating for Summer Monday Motivation #1, Timeless not Tacky, Seasonal Decorating for Summer Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to the FIRST EVER Monday Motivation episode on The Art of Home Podcast! 🎉 Every other Monday, I am bringing you a little dose of random homemaking inspiration to help you kick off your week.

Seasonal decorating helps us embody the natural rhythms of the year through our homemaking. This brings familiarity, comfort and delight to us and those in our home.
In this episode I'm sharing how to decorate for summer without it looking like Hobby Lobby exploded in your house.

I’m going to give you 3 tips for non-tacky seasonal decorating, including my top 5 versatile decor items I use in all my seasonal decorating.  Then I will give you lots of  ideas for 5 different summer decor themes. Be sure to check the show notes for even more inspiration.

I will also be answering a listener question about how to establish a regular quiet time when you are overwhelmed with the idea and busy with little ones. 



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Welcome to the FIRST EVER Monday Motivation episode on The Art of Home Podcast! 🎉 Every other Monday, I am bringing you a little dose of random homemaking inspiration to help you kick off your week.

Seasonal decorating helps us embody the natural rhythms of the year through our homemaking. This brings familiarity, comfort and delight to us and those in our home.
In this episode I'm sharing how to decorate for summer without it looking like Hobby Lobby exploded in your house.

I’m going to give you 3 tips for non-tacky seasonal decorating, including my top 5 versatile decor items I use in all my seasonal decorating.  Then I will give you lots of  ideas for 5 different summer decor themes. Be sure to check the show notes for even more inspiration.

I will also be answering a listener question about how to establish a regular quiet time when you are overwhelmed with the idea and busy with little ones. 



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Show Notes | https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog

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Summer Decor YouTube Inspiration 


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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-15172058 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1027 summer decorating, homemaking, Monday motivation, homemaker, July 4th Decor, Patriotic Decor, Decorating Rules, Thrifting, Thrifted Decor 20 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Carrie Parker Homemaker Portrait | Carrie Parker Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am talking with seasoned homemaker, Carrie Parker. She has been keeping a home for over 26 years with her husband, Todd. They raised and homeschooled 2 boys, navigated crazy career choices, and witnessed God mercifully restore their marriage, bringing it back from the brink of divorce. Carrie has experienced a lot in life and she candidly shares what God has taught her through her mistakes. You will find many nuggets of wisdom to mine in this conversation.

IMPORTANT: I also make some important podcast announcements in my weekly update. You don't want to miss those!

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Next Level Gardening YouTube video on Fungus Gnats

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I am talking with seasoned homemaker, Carrie Parker. She has been keeping a home for over 26 years with her husband, Todd. They raised and homeschooled 2 boys, navigated crazy career choices, and witnessed God mercifully restore their marriage, bringing it back from the brink of divorce. Carrie has experienced a lot in life and she candidly shares what God has taught her through her mistakes. You will find many nuggets of wisdom to mine in this conversation.

IMPORTANT: I also make some important podcast announcements in my weekly update. You don't want to miss those!

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Companion Blog with ALL notes, links, resources & recipes

Next Level Gardening YouTube video on Fungus Gnats

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-15152872 Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4432 Carrie Parker, Homemaker Portrait, Homemaking, Titus 2, Divorce, Working Mom, Homeschool 20 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Alecia Doty Homemaker Portrait | Alecia Doty Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On to today’s homemaker portrait, I am chatting with Alecia Doty. She was nominated by her friend Tina Bergs. Here’s what Tina had to say about Alecia’s practice of the art of home: "Alecia makes her home a place where children are nurtured in the love of Christ and pointed to what is true, good, and beautiful. She is a welcoming hostess who intentionally uses her home as a place where souls can find rest, and be met with the love of Christ."

After spending an hour or so in conversation with Alecia, I can see why Tina gave such a glowing recommendation. Alecia has such great insight into the art of home. She poignantly explains that homemaking is a beautiful, hard, sanctifying, creative adventure; a high and holy calling which, if we allow, God will use to draw us to himself and transform us into the image of Jesus so that the Gospel will be displayed through our homemaking.

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On to today’s homemaker portrait, I am chatting with Alecia Doty. She was nominated by her friend Tina Bergs. Here’s what Tina had to say about Alecia’s practice of the art of home: "Alecia makes her home a place where children are nurtured in the love of Christ and pointed to what is true, good, and beautiful. She is a welcoming hostess who intentionally uses her home as a place where souls can find rest, and be met with the love of Christ."

After spending an hour or so in conversation with Alecia, I can see why Tina gave such a glowing recommendation. Alecia has such great insight into the art of home. She poignantly explains that homemaking is a beautiful, hard, sanctifying, creative adventure; a high and holy calling which, if we allow, God will use to draw us to himself and transform us into the image of Jesus so that the Gospel will be displayed through our homemaking.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14986315 Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5138 Alecia Doty, homemaker, homemaking 19 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Amanda Turk Homemaker Portrait | Amanda Turk Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with Amanda Turk, mom of 5 and homemaker for 23 years, some of which was done overseas. We talk about how books and head knowledge can be helpful but can also get in the way of learning to trust the instincts God gives us as homemakers and caretakers. Amanda shares the lessons she learned homemaking in a foreign country and why a habit of saying “yes” is crucial to practicing hospitality in her home. 

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I am chatting with Amanda Turk, mom of 5 and homemaker for 23 years, some of which was done overseas. We talk about how books and head knowledge can be helpful but can also get in the way of learning to trust the instincts God gives us as homemakers and caretakers. Amanda shares the lessons she learned homemaking in a foreign country and why a habit of saying “yes” is crucial to practicing hospitality in her home. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14943892 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3799 homemaker, homemaking, Amanda Turk 19 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jan Roueche Homemaker Portrait | Jan Roueche Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am chatting with Seasoned Homemaker, Jan Roueche. Married for over 40 years, Jan and her husband have raised 10 children, homeschooling them for many of those years…a topic which comes up a good bit in our conversation. When Jan and her husband married the were both new Christians so not only were they learning how to live together and create a harmonious home life, they were both learning how to faithfully walk with Christ, and it wasn’t always easy. We discuss some of the practical need for structure when living in a large family and Jan shares a little about her current season of homemaking which involves caring for her husband as he battles Parkinson’s disease. Jan shares many tips, a lot of practical advice and much wisdom throughout our conversation. I especially love that her advice is centered on the need to cultivate a deep abiding relationship with the Lord.


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Today I am chatting with Seasoned Homemaker, Jan Roueche. Married for over 40 years, Jan and her husband have raised 10 children, homeschooling them for many of those years…a topic which comes up a good bit in our conversation. When Jan and her husband married the were both new Christians so not only were they learning how to live together and create a harmonious home life, they were both learning how to faithfully walk with Christ, and it wasn’t always easy. We discuss some of the practical need for structure when living in a large family and Jan shares a little about her current season of homemaking which involves caring for her husband as he battles Parkinson’s disease. Jan shares many tips, a lot of practical advice and much wisdom throughout our conversation. I especially love that her advice is centered on the need to cultivate a deep abiding relationship with the Lord.


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]]> Buzzsprout-14902395 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4498 homemaker, Jan Roueche, Seasoned Homemaker, Titus 2 Woman, Experienced Homemaker, Homemaking 19 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jen Thayer Homemaker Portrait | Jen Thayer Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Jen Thayer, about her experience keeping a home for the past 25 years with her husband Dan and their 9 children! Jen is a homeschooling mom with 3 special needs kid, 2 of which are internationally adopted. We talk about how these children are an integral part of their unique family culture, bringing challenges and blessings Jen never expected but thanks God for every day. We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, influences, challenges, fails, wins and favorites, and we bond over our love of literature and the importance of a family library. 


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I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Jen Thayer, about her experience keeping a home for the past 25 years with her husband Dan and their 9 children! Jen is a homeschooling mom with 3 special needs kid, 2 of which are internationally adopted. We talk about how these children are an integral part of their unique family culture, bringing challenges and blessings Jen never expected but thanks God for every day. We cover all the usual ground of beginnings, influences, challenges, fails, wins and favorites, and we bond over our love of literature and the importance of a family library. 


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]]> Buzzsprout-14858913 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3895 Jen Thayer, homemaking, homemaker portrait, homemaker 19 3 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | Rhythms & Routines Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | Rhythms & Routines Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am so excited to finally be talking about the 3rd Pillar of Homemaking, Rhythms and Routines, with my friend and past AoH guest, Leslie Lucadou.

We will start with a brief review of the 4 Pillars of Homemaking, then spend some time defining rhythms and routines-talking about the difference between the two and giving some examples of each. Then we look at motivations (or the why) for establishing rhythms and routines, contrasting the world’s ideas vs what God has to say about our why. Next we talk about 4 rhythms of christian living; worship, rest, work and play—what those might look like and how we can use homemaking to help and not hinder these rhythms. Finally we end with a few pitfalls to avoid when establishing rhythms and routines.

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I am so excited to finally be talking about the 3rd Pillar of Homemaking, Rhythms and Routines, with my friend and past AoH guest, Leslie Lucadou.

We will start with a brief review of the 4 Pillars of Homemaking, then spend some time defining rhythms and routines-talking about the difference between the two and giving some examples of each. Then we look at motivations (or the why) for establishing rhythms and routines, contrasting the world’s ideas vs what God has to say about our why. Next we talk about 4 rhythms of christian living; worship, rest, work and play—what those might look like and how we can use homemaking to help and not hinder these rhythms. Finally we end with a few pitfalls to avoid when establishing rhythms and routines.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-14815630 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4954 19 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Brea Spires Homemaker Portrait | Brea Spires Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting with newbie homemaker, Brea Spires, who is almost at the 5 year mark in her story of home. She is a mom of two, home baker and content creator. We cover all the usual topics;  beginnings and influences on her homemaking, how kids have enriched and challenged her homemaking, setting and keeping priorities, and much more. Be sure to stick around until the end when I will be back with my top takeaways from Brea’s interview as well as some EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS about what is coming on the Art of Home this year! 

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I am chatting with newbie homemaker, Brea Spires, who is almost at the 5 year mark in her story of home. She is a mom of two, home baker and content creator. We cover all the usual topics;  beginnings and influences on her homemaking, how kids have enriched and challenged her homemaking, setting and keeping priorities, and much more. Be sure to stick around until the end when I will be back with my top takeaways from Brea’s interview as well as some EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS about what is coming on the Art of Home this year! 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14747058 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4627 homemaker, Brea Spires, content creator, newbie homemaker, mom 19 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Cathy Bauer Homemaker Portrait | Cathy Bauer Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Cathy Bauer. Nominated for The Art of Home by her daughter, Laura, Cathy has so much wisdom and practical help to offer homemakers of any age. Even through her college years, her heart's desire was to be a wife, mom, and homemaker and she has been living out that desire for almost 40 years.

We discuss her beginnings and the challenges of learning to cook, the overwhelm that came with baby #2, and the challenges of parenting and running a busy household. Cathy shares how organizing her space and time have helped her over the years and she gives some great suggestions for extending the welcome of home beyond the four walls of our homes.

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Today I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Cathy Bauer. Nominated for The Art of Home by her daughter, Laura, Cathy has so much wisdom and practical help to offer homemakers of any age. Even through her college years, her heart's desire was to be a wife, mom, and homemaker and she has been living out that desire for almost 40 years.

We discuss her beginnings and the challenges of learning to cook, the overwhelm that came with baby #2, and the challenges of parenting and running a busy household. Cathy shares how organizing her space and time have helped her over the years and she gives some great suggestions for extending the welcome of home beyond the four walls of our homes.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14634425 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 3981 homemaker, homemaking, Cathy Bauer, Titus 2, home, organization, hospitality 18 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | LeAnne Stadler Homemaker Portrait | LeAnne Stadler Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am talking with seasoned homemaker, LeAnne Stadler, about her experience of keeping a home for 27 years. LeAnne and her husband, Eric, have 6 children and have fostered over 40! In her homemaking journey LeAnne has navigated her children’s special needs, her own chronic illness, adopting 2 foster kids and the recent loss of her 23 year old son. Through it all, God has shown LeAnne His faithfulness. She says, “Sometimes He’s very quiet, but I know He’s still there because He’s never failed me.”

The Stadler family has recently launched a small elderberry farm called Titus Grove in N.Central Ohio. They are founded on Faith & desire to bring Glory to God in all they do. You can follow along on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube as they learn the ins & outs, victories & defeats & all that is to come on the Grove. I will link all of the places you can connect with LeAnne in the show notes, so be sure to check that out.

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Today I am talking with seasoned homemaker, LeAnne Stadler, about her experience of keeping a home for 27 years. LeAnne and her husband, Eric, have 6 children and have fostered over 40! In her homemaking journey LeAnne has navigated her children’s special needs, her own chronic illness, adopting 2 foster kids and the recent loss of her 23 year old son. Through it all, God has shown LeAnne His faithfulness. She says, “Sometimes He’s very quiet, but I know He’s still there because He’s never failed me.”

The Stadler family has recently launched a small elderberry farm called Titus Grove in N.Central Ohio. They are founded on Faith & desire to bring Glory to God in all they do. You can follow along on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube as they learn the ins & outs, victories & defeats & all that is to come on the Grove. I will link all of the places you can connect with LeAnne in the show notes, so be sure to check that out.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14589493 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 3922 18 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kerita Fuller Homemaker Portrait | Kerita Fuller Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode I am chatting with Kerita Fuller about her experience keeping a home for the past 10 years with her husband and step children. Kerita worked for the US Air Force for 20 years before retiring and fully embracing her role as full time homemaker and helpmeet to her husband. We talk about her sudden and steep learning curve of become a mom, not to babies, but to teens. She had a very short runway to prepare them to leave the nest as capable young adults and that was a big responsibility. Kerita shares openly how infertility can tempt her to compare to women who have what she doesn’t but that God has taught her that what motherhood looks like is not what she thinks it should look like, but what He says it looks like. I love her perspective on hospitality and how homemaking builds community and she has some fun stories, tips and ideas to share.

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In this episode I am chatting with Kerita Fuller about her experience keeping a home for the past 10 years with her husband and step children. Kerita worked for the US Air Force for 20 years before retiring and fully embracing her role as full time homemaker and helpmeet to her husband. We talk about her sudden and steep learning curve of become a mom, not to babies, but to teens. She had a very short runway to prepare them to leave the nest as capable young adults and that was a big responsibility. Kerita shares openly how infertility can tempt her to compare to women who have what she doesn’t but that God has taught her that what motherhood looks like is not what she thinks it should look like, but what He says it looks like. I love her perspective on hospitality and how homemaking builds community and she has some fun stories, tips and ideas to share.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14513056 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4023 homemaking, homemaker, Titus 2 woman, home, Kerita Fuller, homemaker portrait 18 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Lydia Goode Homemaker Portrait | Lydia Goode Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode I share what I've been up to (including my 2nd grand baby's gender 🥰) as well as some thoughts on expectations and Valentine's Day. 

In the interview portion, I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Lydia Goode about her 47+ years experience of keeping a home and raising 5 children. Lydia acquired her homemaking skills from the example of older women and from home ec classes in high school and even through college. She is passionate about the Titus 2 model and shares how Titus 2 women ministered to her in the early years of homemaking. Lydia shares about the challenge of their recent move from their home of 32 years in Florida to a new home in Tennessee to be near their son and his family. Through it all, she sees how God has been faithful in every season of her homemaking.

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Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode I share what I've been up to (including my 2nd grand baby's gender 🥰) as well as some thoughts on expectations and Valentine's Day. 

In the interview portion, I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Lydia Goode about her 47+ years experience of keeping a home and raising 5 children. Lydia acquired her homemaking skills from the example of older women and from home ec classes in high school and even through college. She is passionate about the Titus 2 model and shares how Titus 2 women ministered to her in the early years of homemaking. Lydia shares about the challenge of their recent move from their home of 32 years in Florida to a new home in Tennessee to be near their son and his family. Through it all, she sees how God has been faithful in every season of her homemaking.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14496071 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4305 18 3 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Emergency Response in the Home Homemaking Deep Dive | Emergency Response in the Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Imagine being caught in a home emergency, your heart racing and mind scattered — would you know what to do? This episode is a must-listen for every homemaker as I sit down with Elizabeth Dillard, a paramedic firefighter with a wealth of field experience, to arm you with the knowledge and skills for effective crisis management in the home. Together, we dissect the fine line between fear that paralyzes and fear that mobilizes. Elizabeth shares empowering wisdom from scripture to fight paralyzing fear AND some practical knowledge for preparing your response and assessing  life-threatening situations. In this episode:

🔥Preparing Your Response: 2 Kinds of Fear and what scripture has to say about them, YOU are the first responder and you set the tone.

🔥Incident Management; what to do in actual medical  and fire emergencies (mild content warning: we do discuss medical trauma).

🔥Post-Incident Management: what to do after the emergency. How to work through the aftermath for ourselves and with others.

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Imagine being caught in a home emergency, your heart racing and mind scattered — would you know what to do? This episode is a must-listen for every homemaker as I sit down with Elizabeth Dillard, a paramedic firefighter with a wealth of field experience, to arm you with the knowledge and skills for effective crisis management in the home. Together, we dissect the fine line between fear that paralyzes and fear that mobilizes. Elizabeth shares empowering wisdom from scripture to fight paralyzing fear AND some practical knowledge for preparing your response and assessing  life-threatening situations. In this episode:

🔥Preparing Your Response: 2 Kinds of Fear and what scripture has to say about them, YOU are the first responder and you set the tone.

🔥Incident Management; what to do in actual medical  and fire emergencies (mild content warning: we do discuss medical trauma).

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14445375 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 5761 homemaker, homemaking, emergencies, cpr, fire safety, first aid, trauma 18 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Bethany Kimsey Homemaker Portrait | Bethany Kimsey Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to Season 18! Today I will catch you up on what I've been up to since Christmas (including my own version of a pantry challenge) and share what is coming this season on The Art of Home. Then we will jump into our conversation with Bethany Kimsey, host of The Warrior Mama Podcast, wife to Troy for 27 years and mama to 8!
She has a passion for helping women take hold of the Gospel and confidently apply it in their motherhood. Bethany has so much wisdom to share about homemaking, parenting, prayer and following Jesus through it all; I know you will enjoy her story of home.

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Welcome to Season 18! Today I will catch you up on what I've been up to since Christmas (including my own version of a pantry challenge) and share what is coming this season on The Art of Home. Then we will jump into our conversation with Bethany Kimsey, host of The Warrior Mama Podcast, wife to Troy for 27 years and mama to 8!
She has a passion for helping women take hold of the Gospel and confidently apply it in their motherhood. Bethany has so much wisdom to share about homemaking, parenting, prayer and following Jesus through it all; I know you will enjoy her story of home.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14391357 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4247 18 1 full false Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 4 Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 4 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I've got one final round of Christmas content for you today with 5 more homemaking friends. We will hear from Jen May, Heather Love, Jessica Wood, Naomi Fata and Michele Marshall about their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes and tips for keeping Christ at the center of the celebration. I am sharing tips on organizing and storing away your decor so that your future self with thank you. And as we wrap up the year, I look back at 2023 with a grateful heart and also share a glimpse of what’s in store for 2024.

From tips and recipes to favorite Christmas songs and movies, we take you on a festive ride. So, pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa, cozy up, and let’s share the joys and experiences of holiday homemaking during the most wonderful time of the year.

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I've got one final round of Christmas content for you today with 5 more homemaking friends. We will hear from Jen May, Heather Love, Jessica Wood, Naomi Fata and Michele Marshall about their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes and tips for keeping Christ at the center of the celebration. I am sharing tips on organizing and storing away your decor so that your future self with thank you. And as we wrap up the year, I look back at 2023 with a grateful heart and also share a glimpse of what’s in store for 2024.

From tips and recipes to favorite Christmas songs and movies, we take you on a festive ride. So, pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa, cozy up, and let’s share the joys and experiences of holiday homemaking during the most wonderful time of the year.

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Welcome to the coziest corner of the podcast world, where I invite you to wrap yourself in a warm blanket of holiday cheer! By my side is a merry group of six homemakers, each with a Christmas story to share, unique traditions to reveal, and a heart filled with the joy of the season.

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Welcome to the coziest corner of the podcast world, where I invite you to wrap yourself in a warm blanket of holiday cheer! By my side is a merry group of six homemakers, each with a Christmas story to share, unique traditions to reveal, and a heart filled with the joy of the season.

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In today’s episode you will hear from Kelly Gundersen, Brenda VanHellen, Carly Poulin, Sarah Beaugh, Nichole Pace and Breanna Wakefield about their Christmas tips, traditions, recipes and memories. I’ve got another great poem from Marjorie Rawlings, some tips on how to host a tree decorating party, and I’m sharing my thoughts on the Advent theme of Peace from last year at the birth of my first grandchild.

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In today’s episode you will hear from Kelly Gundersen, Brenda VanHellen, Carly Poulin, Sarah Beaugh, Nichole Pace and Breanna Wakefield about their Christmas tips, traditions, recipes and memories. I’ve got another great poem from Marjorie Rawlings, some tips on how to host a tree decorating party, and I’m sharing my thoughts on the Advent theme of Peace from last year at the birth of my first grandchild.

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! I am so excited to kick off this year’s Holiday Homemaking today! There is so much great content coming your way over the next 4 weeks you won't want to miss a single episode!

Today you will hear from Debbie Ledoux, Hannah Torres, Terry Estep, Kay Aeby, Ginny White and Kristen Howard. I’ve got a funny little poem from Marjorie K Rawlings about the early shopper, I share about how decorating the tree reminds me of Jesus bringing hope and light in the darkness of depression, and I’m giving same basic tips to help you start decorating on the right foot. 

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  • American Association of Christian Counselors  *If you are a church member, you may want to start by talking with your pastor for counsel and recommendations of christian counselors in your area.  I cannot stress enough how valuable counseling has been for me...and the necessity to work with a counselor who will use scripture to help direct you to the truly Wonderful Counselor who knows you better than you know yourself.

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! I am so excited to kick off this year’s Holiday Homemaking today! There is so much great content coming your way over the next 4 weeks you won't want to miss a single episode!

Today you will hear from Debbie Ledoux, Hannah Torres, Terry Estep, Kay Aeby, Ginny White and Kristen Howard. I’ve got a funny little poem from Marjorie K Rawlings about the early shopper, I share about how decorating the tree reminds me of Jesus bringing hope and light in the darkness of depression, and I’m giving same basic tips to help you start decorating on the right foot. 

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  • Conquering Depression by Bruce Hennigan and Mark Sutton:  *This book helped me learn to identify what was causing, contributing to, and intensifying my anxiety and depression and gave me tools to fight back. 
  • American Association of Christian Counselors  *If you are a church member, you may want to start by talking with your pastor for counsel and recommendations of christian counselors in your area.  I cannot stress enough how valuable counseling has been for me...and the necessity to work with a counselor who will use scripture to help direct you to the truly Wonderful Counselor who knows you better than you know yourself.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-14052045 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 5517 Christmas, Holiday Homemaking, Homemaker, Christmas Decorating 17 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Naomi Fata Homemaker Portrait | Naomi Fata Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s episode I am talking with In-the-Trenches homemaker, Naomi Fata. She’s been married 16 years and has 3 kids, ages 8 to 13. She homeschools and runs a sewing and alterations business out of her home--she is a very busy lady. We discuss how she has learned/is learning to balance homemaking, schooling and a home business through compromise, firm boundaries and letting go of some expectations. Naomi is passionate about teaching others how sewing can help them make the most of their clothing and home decor resources.

Over the years, Naomi realized that this "stay-at-home dream life" she asked God for does not come with ease. It is challenging to manage it all, but she is learning to differentiate between what God has and has not called her to do in each new day. Whether running a home business or not, this principle applies to all of us as homemakers as we seek to thrive in our calling and not be distracted or overwhelmed by all the possibilities before us. I know you will be encouraged and learn something from Naomi's story of home.

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In today’s episode I am talking with In-the-Trenches homemaker, Naomi Fata. She’s been married 16 years and has 3 kids, ages 8 to 13. She homeschools and runs a sewing and alterations business out of her home--she is a very busy lady. We discuss how she has learned/is learning to balance homemaking, schooling and a home business through compromise, firm boundaries and letting go of some expectations. Naomi is passionate about teaching others how sewing can help them make the most of their clothing and home decor resources.

Over the years, Naomi realized that this "stay-at-home dream life" she asked God for does not come with ease. It is challenging to manage it all, but she is learning to differentiate between what God has and has not called her to do in each new day. Whether running a home business or not, this principle applies to all of us as homemakers as we seek to thrive in our calling and not be distracted or overwhelmed by all the possibilities before us. I know you will be encouraged and learn something from Naomi's story of home.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13973176 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 4864 work from home, home business, homeschool, homemaking, homemaker 16 7 full false Homemaker Portrait | Breanna Wakefield Homemaker Portrait | Breanna Wakefield Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Breanna Wakefield, a full-time homemaker and mother of two. Breanna opened up about the strong influence her mom and grandmothers had on her homemaking journey, highlighting the importance of understanding the why and how behind our daily tasks. We delved into the challenges she faced during her pregnancies, including complications related to endometriosis and her battle with postpartum depression. As someone who has personally experienced postpartum depression, I found our conversation incredibly relatable and encouraging. Breanna also generously shared her tips, tricks, and ideas for successful homemaking, leaving me inspired and eager to implement them in my own life. Trust me, you don't want to miss this valuable and heartfelt conversation.

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In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Breanna Wakefield, a full-time homemaker and mother of two. Breanna opened up about the strong influence her mom and grandmothers had on her homemaking journey, highlighting the importance of understanding the why and how behind our daily tasks. We delved into the challenges she faced during her pregnancies, including complications related to endometriosis and her battle with postpartum depression. As someone who has personally experienced postpartum depression, I found our conversation incredibly relatable and encouraging. Breanna also generously shared her tips, tricks, and ideas for successful homemaking, leaving me inspired and eager to implement them in my own life. Trust me, you don't want to miss this valuable and heartfelt conversation.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13929275 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 5798 #postpartumdepression #toyrotation #buttercream #datenightideas #knowyourwhy 16 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kristen Howard Homemaker Portrait | Kristen Howard Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of author, blogger and full-time homemaking mama, Kristen Howard. We talk about how growing up on a South Dakota cattle ranch shaped her idea of home and family and how God is working to grow Kristen's own home and family that she is making with her husband and 2 (almost 3) kids.  Kristen is passionate about slowing down and enjoying the every day gifts of home. That theme is what much of her writing centers around and it comes through clearly in this fun conversation.

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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of author, blogger and full-time homemaking mama, Kristen Howard. We talk about how growing up on a South Dakota cattle ranch shaped her idea of home and family and how God is working to grow Kristen's own home and family that she is making with her husband and 2 (almost 3) kids.  Kristen is passionate about slowing down and enjoying the every day gifts of home. That theme is what much of her writing centers around and it comes through clearly in this fun conversation.

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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait. Michele has been keeping a home with husband, Seth, for 12 years. They are raising 3 children and helping to train lots of horses in the business they run from their home. We talk about some of the similarities of training kids and horses as well as learning to claim the badge of homemaker without qualifiers, excuses or adding other titles to somehow legitimize your choice. Lots of great insight and ideas from Michele in this interview. Enjoy!

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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait. Michele has been keeping a home with husband, Seth, for 12 years. They are raising 3 children and helping to train lots of horses in the business they run from their home. We talk about some of the similarities of training kids and horses as well as learning to claim the badge of homemaker without qualifiers, excuses or adding other titles to somehow legitimize your choice. Lots of great insight and ideas from Michele in this interview. Enjoy!

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Join me in chatting with seasoned homemaker, Roan (pronounced like Joan, but with an R) Johnson. Drawing on her 32 years experience, Roan shares a wealth of ideas, insight and encouragement. She has so much practical advice to offer on everything from schedules, to hospitality, tips and hacks, and navigating challenges and changing homemaking seasons. I know you're going to love it!

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Join me in chatting with seasoned homemaker, Roan (pronounced like Joan, but with an R) Johnson. Drawing on her 32 years experience, Roan shares a wealth of ideas, insight and encouragement. She has so much practical advice to offer on everything from schedules, to hospitality, tips and hacks, and navigating challenges and changing homemaking seasons. I know you're going to love it!

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I've got another listener homemaker portrait for you! Today's guest is In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Nichole Pace. She fills her days caring for two busy little boys, one who has special needs and several severe food allergies. We talk about how those challenges have affected her homemaking and what God is teaching her through it all. Nichole brings a ton of fresh perspective, ideas and inspiration to this conversation.

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We are kicking off Season 16 with this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of Ginny White, host of the podcast, Figuring Out Homestead Life.  Ginny is a homemaker,  "mini-homesteader", a canning enthusiast and has recently started following Jesus after He dramatically rescued her husband from drug and alcohol addiction. We talk about their faith journey, juggling a full-time job with homemaking and homesteading, competing for blue ribbons in the county fair and much more!

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We are kicking off Season 16 with this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of Ginny White, host of the podcast, Figuring Out Homestead Life.  Ginny is a homemaker,  "mini-homesteader", a canning enthusiast and has recently started following Jesus after He dramatically rescued her husband from drug and alcohol addiction. We talk about their faith journey, juggling a full-time job with homemaking and homesteading, competing for blue ribbons in the county fair and much more!

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13710324 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3613 16 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jessica Wood Homemaker Portrait | Jessica Wood Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this Newbie Homemaker Portrait of listener, Jessica Wood. We chat about all that she is learning in her new role as wife and full time homemaker. In just a short time, Jessica has developed some great practices for her homemaking. She's is learning that it's ok to not be a "natural" at all things homemaking, because every day brings a new opportunity for growth in this practice of the art of home. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13622783 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3678 15 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jade Brooks Homemaker Portrait | Jade Brooks Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this Newbie Homemaker Portrait of listener, Jade Brooks. We have a delightful conversation about her growth over the past 2 years of full-time homemaking and how the Lord is teaching her to let go of perfection and focus on the 'why' of homemaking. “Knowing what you’re doing it for helps overcome perfectionism. At the end of the day it’s all for the glory of God.”

We chat about setting and keeping priorities in order, making dinner at 5am, showing hospitality through good food and the importance of getting dressed for the day. Jade also opens up about her recent miscarriage and making space in their hearts and home for two teenage nephews. 

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Join me for this Newbie Homemaker Portrait of listener, Jade Brooks. We have a delightful conversation about her growth over the past 2 years of full-time homemaking and how the Lord is teaching her to let go of perfection and focus on the 'why' of homemaking. “Knowing what you’re doing it for helps overcome perfectionism. At the end of the day it’s all for the glory of God.”

We chat about setting and keeping priorities in order, making dinner at 5am, showing hospitality through good food and the importance of getting dressed for the day. Jade also opens up about her recent miscarriage and making space in their hearts and home for two teenage nephews. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13580324 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4011 15 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Heather Love Homemaker Portrait | Heather Love Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of Heather Love of @thesimplelove_ . Heather has been keeping a home for over a decade and she stays extra busy these days caring for and homeschooling her 3 young children. She has a passion for wellness and the healing power of food. Right now she is mostly fleshing out that passion in her daily homemaking, but she occasionally shares insights and practical ideas on her blog and YouTube channel. 

We talk a good bit about living within your limits and resisting the pull of perfectionism in homemaking. Wherever you are in your homemaking journey, I know you will enjoy Heather's story of home.

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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of Heather Love of @thesimplelove_ . Heather has been keeping a home for over a decade and she stays extra busy these days caring for and homeschooling her 3 young children. She has a passion for wellness and the healing power of food. Right now she is mostly fleshing out that passion in her daily homemaking, but she occasionally shares insights and practical ideas on her blog and YouTube channel. 

We talk a good bit about living within your limits and resisting the pull of perfectionism in homemaking. Wherever you are in your homemaking journey, I know you will enjoy Heather's story of home.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13527792 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3751 15 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Samantha Bain Homemaker Portrait | Samantha Bain Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Samantha has been honing her homemaking skills from an early age and she has fully embraced the art of keeping her own home for the past 5 years. When she's not tending to her 2 toddler boys, she is tackling creative projects and expanding her skill set which she hopes to employ one day soon on a small homestead. Samantha is full of great homemaking ideas, wisdom and inspiration. I know you will enjoy her story of home.

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Samantha has been honing her homemaking skills from an early age and she has fully embraced the art of keeping her own home for the past 5 years. When she's not tending to her 2 toddler boys, she is tackling creative projects and expanding her skill set which she hopes to employ one day soon on a small homestead. Samantha is full of great homemaking ideas, wisdom and inspiration. I know you will enjoy her story of home.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13494174 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 5222 15 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Tiffany Harris Homemaker Portrait | Tiffany Harris Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me as I chat with Tiffany Harris about 27 years of the ups and downs of homemaking. We talk about lessons God has been teaching her through multiple moves, raising kids and adopting their youngest son, who has been blind from birth, just before he aged out of the adoption program in his native China. Tiffany also shares lots of fun homemaking tips and ideas she employees in her practice of making a home.

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Join me as I chat with Tiffany Harris about 27 years of the ups and downs of homemaking. We talk about lessons God has been teaching her through multiple moves, raising kids and adopting their youngest son, who has been blind from birth, just before he aged out of the adoption program in his native China. Tiffany also shares lots of fun homemaking tips and ideas she employees in her practice of making a home.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13453196 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4224 15 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kay Aeby Homemaker Portrait | Kay Aeby Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to Season 15! We are chatting with my friend, seasoned homemaker, Kay Aeby. She graciously shares her journey from self-proclaimed "hippy chick" young bride through a very difficult marriage through years of single parenting then remarriage and her current stage of homemaking in retirement. Kay reflects, "It's not my story, it's God's. I’m grateful that I went through what I did because that helps me to appreciate what I have today…because I see where God delivered me. He didn’t have to, but He loved me so much that He did.”

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Welcome to Season 15! We are chatting with my friend, seasoned homemaker, Kay Aeby. She graciously shares her journey from self-proclaimed "hippy chick" young bride through a very difficult marriage through years of single parenting then remarriage and her current stage of homemaking in retirement. Kay reflects, "It's not my story, it's God's. I’m grateful that I went through what I did because that helps me to appreciate what I have today…because I see where God delivered me. He didn’t have to, but He loved me so much that He did.”

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13411838 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3815 15 1 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Preserving & Canning, Part 2 Homemaking Deep Dive | Preserving & Canning, Part 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this second part of our Deep Dive on preserving and canning, Mandi Thompson and I are covering the basics of preserving food for long term, shelf-stable storage by canning. We talk about the science and safety of canning , including why we should always follow the most up-to-date, best practices. We share our favorite canning tools. We walk you through canning prep & pre-game and the basic process of both water bath and pressure canning. Our goal in this conversation is to lift the veil on the mystery of canning, dispel any fears you have and help your gain confidence to integrate this practice into your homemaking. 

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In this second part of our Deep Dive on preserving and canning, Mandi Thompson and I are covering the basics of preserving food for long term, shelf-stable storage by canning. We talk about the science and safety of canning , including why we should always follow the most up-to-date, best practices. We share our favorite canning tools. We walk you through canning prep & pre-game and the basic process of both water bath and pressure canning. Our goal in this conversation is to lift the veil on the mystery of canning, dispel any fears you have and help your gain confidence to integrate this practice into your homemaking. 

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13285509 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4322 14 6 full false Homemaking Deep Dive Preserving & Canning, Part 1 Homemaking Deep Dive Preserving & Canning, Part 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

What if you could stretch your grocery budget further by reducing waste and making the most of every morsel? Imagine the satisfaction of opening your pantry or fridge and seeing food preserved at its peak, ready for you to savor anytime. That's what we are going to explore in this lively conversation with my good friend, Mandi Thompson. We're peeling back the layers on the art of food preservation, sharing our personal journeys, and the practical tips we've learned along the way.

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What if you could stretch your grocery budget further by reducing waste and making the most of every morsel? Imagine the satisfaction of opening your pantry or fridge and seeing food preserved at its peak, ready for you to savor anytime. That's what we are going to explore in this lively conversation with my good friend, Mandi Thompson. We're peeling back the layers on the art of food preservation, sharing our personal journeys, and the practical tips we've learned along the way.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13245802 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3042 14 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Elizabeth Dillard Homemaker Portrait | Elizabeth Dillard Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am bringing you the very first Single Homemaker Portrait on The Art of Home. "Can a single woman be a homemaker," you may ask? Well, if she has a home, she certainly can be! Of course it will look different than a married homemaker who stays home to care for the house and children full-time. Elizabeth also has the unique experience of living 2 days out of every 6 in a fire station for her job as a paramedic firefighter.  We have a lot to chat about!

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Today I am bringing you the very first Single Homemaker Portrait on The Art of Home. "Can a single woman be a homemaker," you may ask? Well, if she has a home, she certainly can be! Of course it will look different than a married homemaker who stays home to care for the house and children full-time. Elizabeth also has the unique experience of living 2 days out of every 6 in a fire station for her job as a paramedic firefighter.  We have a lot to chat about!

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13197599 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4462 14 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Sarah Beaugh Homemaker Portrait | Sarah Beaugh Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am bringing to you a brand new homemaker portrait of Sarah Beaugh. Married 22 years with three teen daughters she is what I would call a seasoned in -the-trenches homemaker and she has so much wisdom to share. Sarah found The Art of Home Podcast through social media but then after recognizing several names on past episodes started putting the dots together that we live in the same area and have several mutual acquaintances. I got to sit down with her in her lovely home a few weeks ago and get to know her better through this delightful homemaker portrait interview.

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Today, I am bringing to you a brand new homemaker portrait of Sarah Beaugh. Married 22 years with three teen daughters she is what I would call a seasoned in -the-trenches homemaker and she has so much wisdom to share. Sarah found The Art of Home Podcast through social media but then after recognizing several names on past episodes started putting the dots together that we live in the same area and have several mutual acquaintances. I got to sit down with her in her lovely home a few weeks ago and get to know her better through this delightful homemaker portrait interview.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13148399 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4628 14 3 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | VALUES & PRIORITIES Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | VALUES & PRIORITIES Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Yep, this is a loooooooong one! But you don't have to listen all in one sitting. Take your time digesting this deep dive into the second pillar of homemaking, Values & Priorities. I am chatting with Karen Sheppard and Joi Welch, two familiar homemaker voices, about how this pillar impacts our experience in the home, for better or for worse.

Topics: 

  • What Are Kingdom Values, What Are Personal Values, and What is the Relationship to One Another
  • How Values shape Priorities & Expectations in the Home
  • How Values Shape Rhythms & Routines (Pillar 3)
  • How Values Shape Community (Pillar 4)
  • Practical application for how to know, state and practice your values in homemaking and in life

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Yep, this is a loooooooong one! But you don't have to listen all in one sitting. Take your time digesting this deep dive into the second pillar of homemaking, Values & Priorities. I am chatting with Karen Sheppard and Joi Welch, two familiar homemaker voices, about how this pillar impacts our experience in the home, for better or for worse.

Topics: 

  • What Are Kingdom Values, What Are Personal Values, and What is the Relationship to One Another
  • How Values shape Priorities & Expectations in the Home
  • How Values Shape Rhythms & Routines (Pillar 3)
  • How Values Shape Community (Pillar 4)
  • Practical application for how to know, state and practice your values in homemaking and in life

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13119123 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 7727 14 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Terry Estep Homemaker Portrait | Terry Estep Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today, I am chatting with Terry Estep, wife to Scott, mom to 3 grown children and host-mom to several exchange students during her kids’ high school years. She shares what worked and what didn’t for them as a host family and how they are continuing to benefit from the energy and joy of young people by hosting a singles community group in their home.


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Today, I am chatting with Terry Estep, wife to Scott, mom to 3 grown children and host-mom to several exchange students during her kids’ high school years. She shares what worked and what didn’t for them as a host family and how they are continuing to benefit from the energy and joy of young people by hosting a singles community group in their home.


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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-13077185 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4245 14 1 full false Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 8 & 9 Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 8 & 9 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 8 "Religion in the Home" and Ch. 9 "Home Memories"

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

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Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 8 "Religion in the Home" and Ch. 9 "Home Memories"

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

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]]> Buzzsprout-12867874 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 5725 13 5 full false Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 6 & 7 Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 6 & 7 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 6 "Brothers & Sisters" and Ch. 7 "The Home Life"
In chapter 6, we will look at the duties of siblings to one another; in chapter 7, all the little daily things that contribute to a flourishing home life.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

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Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 6 "Brothers & Sisters" and Ch. 7 "The Home Life"
In chapter 6, we will look at the duties of siblings to one another; in chapter 7, all the little daily things that contribute to a flourishing home life.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

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]]> Buzzsprout-12867852 Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 6469 13 4 full false Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 4 & 5 Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch. 4 & 5 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 4 "The Parent's Part" and Ch. 5 "The Children's Part"
In chapter 4, Miller explores the parent's role in creating both physical and emotional home environments in which children will thrive. In chapter 5, he gives wisdom concerning how children can learn to honor their parents by learning to confide in them, to live for others rather than self, to practice thoughtfulness and to share in the housekeeping.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today's installment of this Summer Reading Re-Run:
Ch. 4 "The Parent's Part" and Ch. 5 "The Children's Part"
In chapter 4, Miller explores the parent's role in creating both physical and emotional home environments in which children will thrive. In chapter 5, he gives wisdom concerning how children can learn to honor their parents by learning to confide in them, to live for others rather than self, to practice thoughtfulness and to share in the housekeeping.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

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]]> Buzzsprout-12867685 Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 6387 13 3 full false Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch.2 & 3 Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch.2 & 3 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/summer Buzzsprout-12776942 Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 5173 13 2 full false Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Intro & Ch. 1 Summer Reading Re-Run | JR Miller's Homemaking Intro & Ch. 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join. 

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this first installment of the summer reading series we present a brief biographical segment on JR Miller followed by Chapter 1, "The Wedded Life."

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

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"Oh, Love That Will Not Let Me Go" by Robbie Seay Band and Audrey Assad

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

The Art of Home is taking a break for the beginning of summer 2023. That gives you an opportunity to catch up on old episodes or join in for another round of reading and studying JR Miller's classic, Homemaking, published in 1882. For the next five weeks your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book.

To help you retain and apply the timeless lessons of Rev. Miller, The Art of Home has created a free study guide for each chapter. Use the link below to receive your downloadable, printable copy. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge. 

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join. 

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this first installment of the summer reading series we present a brief biographical segment on JR Miller followed by Chapter 1, "The Wedded Life."

NEW FOR 2023: FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP! A private  forum for all of us to share questions, insights and ideas that come up while listening to the book each week and working through the study guide. Click the link below to join.

RESOURCES

Get Your Free Copy of The Art of Home's Study Guide for Homemaking.

Purchase a copy of  Home-Making by JR Miller *optional

Free Online Versions of Home-Making by JR Miller, Public Domain

web.archive.org | Google Books | DIY Homeschooler

Mentioned in this Episode

"Oh, Love That Will Not Let Me Go" by Robbie Seay Band and Audrey Assad

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/summer Buzzsprout-12776583 Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2734 13 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Alexis Molnar Homemaker Portrait | Alexis Molnar Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s episode I am talking with in-the-trenches homemaker, Alexis Molnar. She is wife to Eric and homeschooling mama to their two children. Alexis shares her journey from working girl to stay-at-home mom, to eventually letting go of her part-time gig and focusing all her efforts on homemaking and homeschooling.

Eric lost his job late last year and that was the catalyst for starting his own business. Alexis openly shares how God is teach her to trust Him despite the fears that can come with a single-income, entrepreneurial family life. As usual we talk about priorities, expectations, fails, wins and we geek out together over our love of air fryers.

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Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s episode I am talking with in-the-trenches homemaker, Alexis Molnar. She is wife to Eric and homeschooling mama to their two children. Alexis shares her journey from working girl to stay-at-home mom, to eventually letting go of her part-time gig and focusing all her efforts on homemaking and homeschooling.

Eric lost his job late last year and that was the catalyst for starting his own business. Alexis openly shares how God is teach her to trust Him despite the fears that can come with a single-income, entrepreneurial family life. As usual we talk about priorities, expectations, fails, wins and we geek out together over our love of air fryers.

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Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-12771338 Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3589 12 6 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Design in the Home Homemaking Deep Dive | Design in the Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today we are diving DEEP into design in the home! Joining me for this discussion are Dana Schamberger and Dani Hamilton. Both of these women have so much wisdom and practical suggestions to share about design in the home. Dana has been designing and dealing in antiques all of her adult life and Dani pursued her degree in design at the famous Rhode Island School of Design, worked for Martha Stewart and for Anthropology. Currently, she balances caring for 3 young boys with graphic design work at her church and through her own design business. When it comes to design, these women know their stuff. But more importantly, they know and love Jesus. Their hearts desire is to use their homes to reflect the beauty of their savior and foster the growth and discipling of their families.

Topics Covered:

  • Why design matters in the home
  • How design affects the 4 Pillars of Homemaking
  • Design Delmas
  • Thrifty Design: Goodwill, Estate Sales and Auctions
  • Personal Approaches to Design 
  • Common Design Pitfalls

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Mentioned in this Episode

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Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today we are diving DEEP into design in the home! Joining me for this discussion are Dana Schamberger and Dani Hamilton. Both of these women have so much wisdom and practical suggestions to share about design in the home. Dana has been designing and dealing in antiques all of her adult life and Dani pursued her degree in design at the famous Rhode Island School of Design, worked for Martha Stewart and for Anthropology. Currently, she balances caring for 3 young boys with graphic design work at her church and through her own design business. When it comes to design, these women know their stuff. But more importantly, they know and love Jesus. Their hearts desire is to use their homes to reflect the beauty of their savior and foster the growth and discipling of their families.

Topics Covered:

  • Why design matters in the home
  • How design affects the 4 Pillars of Homemaking
  • Design Delmas
  • Thrifty Design: Goodwill, Estate Sales and Auctions
  • Personal Approaches to Design 
  • Common Design Pitfalls

RESOURCES:

Mentioned in this Episode

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH US
Leave Us A Review

Stay In Touch with The Art of Home Podcast 

Follow The Art of Home on Your Listening App

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12722173 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 6348 12 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Brenda VanHellen Homemaker Portrait | Brenda VanHellen Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Brenda VanHellen.  We talk about her homemaking ups and downs over the past 44 years with husband, Rick. They raised two boys and sent them out into the world and they are still having fun and enjoying each other's company even in the empty nest.

Mentioned in This Episode:

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Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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Today I am chatting with seasoned homemaker, Brenda VanHellen.  We talk about her homemaking ups and downs over the past 44 years with husband, Rick. They raised two boys and sent them out into the world and they are still having fun and enjoying each other's company even in the empty nest.

Mentioned in This Episode:

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12679010 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4316 12 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Hannah Torres Homemaker Portrait | Hannah Torres Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this fun discussion with newbie homemaker, Hannah Torres. We talk about the joys of starting a household and the unique challenges of a mixed hearing home. Hannah is hearing and her husband is deaf and she shares how this impacts her homemaking. 🤟🏡

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Episode Mentions and Quotes

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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Join me for this fun discussion with newbie homemaker, Hannah Torres. We talk about the joys of starting a household and the unique challenges of a mixed hearing home. Hannah is hearing and her husband is deaf and she shares how this impacts her homemaking. 🤟🏡

RESOURCES
Episode Mentions and Quotes

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
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Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast/episode/7b9736d6/homemaker-portrait-or-hannah-torres Buzzsprout-12629039 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4476 12 3 full false Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | IDENTITY Pillars of Homemaking Deep Dive | IDENTITY Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am diving into the first pillar of homemaking, Identity, with my good friend, author, speaker and podcaster, Susan Macias. This deep dive is the first in a series on Four Pillars of Homemaking: Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community. We are going to contrast what God has to say about identity with what the world has to say about where to find your identity. Then we will look at some common identity thieves—things homemakers may be tempted to look to for identity and how to avoid falling into those traps.

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Pillars of Homemaking Intro and Overview, 2nd Birthday Episode, S11:E6
Susan's Homemaker Portrait, S1:E6

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am diving into the first pillar of homemaking, Identity, with my good friend, author, speaker and podcaster, Susan Macias. This deep dive is the first in a series on Four Pillars of Homemaking: Identity, Values & Priorities, Rhythms & Routines, and Community. We are going to contrast what God has to say about identity with what the world has to say about where to find your identity. Then we will look at some common identity thieves—things homemakers may be tempted to look to for identity and how to avoid falling into those traps.

RESOURCES
Pillars of Homemaking Intro and Overview, 2nd Birthday Episode, S11:E6
Susan's Homemaker Portrait, S1:E6

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-12588791 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 5959 12 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jen May Homemaker Portrait | Jen May Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today on the show I have the honor of sharing with you another homemaker portrait of a dear long-time friend, Jen May.  With an empty nest in her very near future, she is a seasoned-in-the-trenches homemaker. :)
We talk about the challenges of blended family living, working full time and the importance of boundaries and intentional rest.

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Today on the show I have the honor of sharing with you another homemaker portrait of a dear long-time friend, Jen May.  With an empty nest in her very near future, she is a seasoned-in-the-trenches homemaker. :)
We talk about the challenges of blended family living, working full time and the importance of boundaries and intentional rest.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-12527490 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4810 12 1 full false The Art of Home 2nd Birthday Episode! 🎉 The Art of Home 2nd Birthday Episode! 🎉 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Thank you for two great years of The Art of Home podcast! Join us for this special episode as your host, Allison, shares what is ahead. We are launching our exploration of the Four Pillars of Homemaking:
1. Identity
2. Values & Priorities
3. Rhythms & Routines
4. Community

Allison also shares some practical suggestions for fostering relationships with other women in your life who can encourage you in your art of making a home.

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Thank you for two great years of The Art of Home podcast! Join us for this special episode as your host, Allison, shares what is ahead. We are launching our exploration of the Four Pillars of Homemaking:
1. Identity
2. Values & Priorities
3. Rhythms & Routines
4. Community

Allison also shares some practical suggestions for fostering relationships with other women in your life who can encourage you in your art of making a home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12396913 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0600 2442 11 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Mandi Thompson Homemaker Portrait | Mandi Thompson Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Today’s guest, Mandi Thompson, is an in-the-trenches homemaker. She has been married to Don for 18 years and they have 2 teenage daughters. She has mostly been a full-time homemaker, but recently added a full time job as a sales representative in the gift industry. Mandi primarily describes herself as a student of what God is teaching her in each season of life. Join us for this delightful story of home.

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Mentioned in this episode

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Today’s guest, Mandi Thompson, is an in-the-trenches homemaker. She has been married to Don for 18 years and they have 2 teenage daughters. She has mostly been a full-time homemaker, but recently added a full time job as a sales representative in the gift industry. Mandi primarily describes herself as a student of what God is teaching her in each season of life. Join us for this delightful story of home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12348959 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0600 5110 11 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kelly Gundersen Homemaker Portrait | Kelly Gundersen Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s show, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Kelly Gundersen. Our in the trenches category includes homemakers who have been practicing more than 5 but less than 25 years. They are past the newlywed stage and are working through how to prioritize marriage amidst a houseful of kids, schooling, activities, their husband’s career, and more. Life is busy and demands their constant attention in this stage. Kelly is no exception, but her approach to this busy season is refreshing. Here’s a hint, it requires boundaries based on her family’s values and intentionality to thrive within those boundaries.

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In today’s show, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Kelly Gundersen. Our in the trenches category includes homemakers who have been practicing more than 5 but less than 25 years. They are past the newlywed stage and are working through how to prioritize marriage amidst a houseful of kids, schooling, activities, their husband’s career, and more. Life is busy and demands their constant attention in this stage. Kelly is no exception, but her approach to this busy season is refreshing. Here’s a hint, it requires boundaries based on her family’s values and intentionality to thrive within those boundaries.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12301506 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3559 11 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Debbie Ledoux Homemaker Portrait | Debbie Ledoux Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Debbie had a vision for what her adult life would look like and it absolutely did NOT involve kids or full time homemaking. Join us as we talk about how God challenged Debbie's fantasy life, gave her a desire for children and eventually called her out of her career in law to come home full time.

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  • The Sister Project “The Sister Project seeks to shine the light of Christ by aiding, assisting and encouraging women in need through the combined gifts of women.”

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Debbie had a vision for what her adult life would look like and it absolutely did NOT involve kids or full time homemaking. Join us as we talk about how God challenged Debbie's fantasy life, gave her a desire for children and eventually called her out of her career in law to come home full time.

RESOURCES

  • The Sister Project “The Sister Project seeks to shine the light of Christ by aiding, assisting and encouraging women in need through the combined gifts of women.”

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-12252699 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 4458 11 3 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Marital Intimacy Homemaking Deep Dive | Marital Intimacy Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s episode, we are doing a Deep Dive into the topic of Marital Intimacy. I’m joined by my two friends, Sandi Goforth and Gwen Cunningham, who were both featured on the podcast as subjects of homemaker portraits. Sandi has been married to Walt for over 45 years and Gwen has been married to Paul for 36 years. These women have a wealth of experience and knowledge to share about homemaking and marriage in general, but as you will hear in our conversation they have a heart for educating women about the importance of physical intimacy for a marriage that is vibrant and thriving in all stages of life. 
What we are Discussing

  • God's design for sex in marriage
  • Overcoming common obstacles to a sexually vibrant marriage 

RESOURCES
Register for the next AWE class (San Antonio area only, time sensitive)
Meets Tuesdays 10am-12pm
Hillside Fellowship Church, Spring Branch, TX
Feb 14, 2023- April 25, 2023
Sandi's Book
A Time to Embrace: A Guide to Intimacy and Passion Through Changing Seasons of Marriage
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In today’s episode, we are doing a Deep Dive into the topic of Marital Intimacy. I’m joined by my two friends, Sandi Goforth and Gwen Cunningham, who were both featured on the podcast as subjects of homemaker portraits. Sandi has been married to Walt for over 45 years and Gwen has been married to Paul for 36 years. These women have a wealth of experience and knowledge to share about homemaking and marriage in general, but as you will hear in our conversation they have a heart for educating women about the importance of physical intimacy for a marriage that is vibrant and thriving in all stages of life. 
What we are Discussing

  • God's design for sex in marriage
  • Overcoming common obstacles to a sexually vibrant marriage 

RESOURCES
Register for the next AWE class (San Antonio area only, time sensitive)
Meets Tuesdays 10am-12pm
Hillside Fellowship Church, Spring Branch, TX
Feb 14, 2023- April 25, 2023
Sandi's Book
A Time to Embrace: A Guide to Intimacy and Passion Through Changing Seasons of Marriage
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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-12204988 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 5712 11 2 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Wellness Homemaking Deep Dive | Wellness Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am chatting about wellness for the homemaker with Leslie Lucadou, who was featured on The Art of Home Podcast in a Homemaker Portrait in 2022. Leslie is a homemaker and a mom to three little girls. She is a seminary graduate and she has a passion for helping women confidently study God’s word and joyfully live out Truth in everyday moments. 

Up for discussion in this episode:

  • What is wellness? How does God's definition of it compare with the world's? 
  • What about self-care? 
  • How does wellness impact our homemaking? 
  • How do we apply God's wisdom regarding wellness in the areas of Food, Movement and Rest?

RESOURCES

Free Habit Tracker

More from Leslie
Connect with Leslie on Instagram @leslielucadou
Leslie's Homemaker Portrait Interview on The Art of Home, May 2022

In This Episode

Scripture
Key Verse: Mark 12:30-31
Mary & Martha: Luke 10:38-42

Mentioned
Limits
Jen Wilkin, None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing), Crossway, 2016

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I am chatting about wellness for the homemaker with Leslie Lucadou, who was featured on The Art of Home Podcast in a Homemaker Portrait in 2022. Leslie is a homemaker and a mom to three little girls. She is a seminary graduate and she has a passion for helping women confidently study God’s word and joyfully live out Truth in everyday moments. 

Up for discussion in this episode:

  • What is wellness? How does God's definition of it compare with the world's? 
  • What about self-care? 
  • How does wellness impact our homemaking? 
  • How do we apply God's wisdom regarding wellness in the areas of Food, Movement and Rest?

RESOURCES

Free Habit Tracker

More from Leslie
Connect with Leslie on Instagram @leslielucadou
Leslie's Homemaker Portrait Interview on The Art of Home, May 2022

In This Episode

Scripture
Key Verse: Mark 12:30-31
Mary & Martha: Luke 10:38-42

Mentioned
Limits
Jen Wilkin, None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing), Crossway, 2016

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES
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Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-12126036 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 5740 11 1 full false Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 4 Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 4 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 3 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 3 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

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]]> Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-11897970 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3226 10 6 full false Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 3 Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 3 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 5 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.


MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 5 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.


MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

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Free Simple Daily Advent Guide

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]]> Buzzsprout-11860733 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 4123 10 5 full false Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 2 Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 5 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 5 more homemakers about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-11819123 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3797 10 4 full false Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 1 Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers!! Join us for our first of four special holiday episodes. You will hear from 4 different homemakers all about their family traditions, food, and how they keep their eyes fixed on Jesus during the month of December.

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers!! Join us for our first of four special holiday episodes. You will hear from 4 different homemakers all about their family traditions, food, and how they keep their eyes fixed on Jesus during the month of December.

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Free Simple Daily Advent Guide

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11775514 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3175 10 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kimberly Simpson Homemaker Portrait | Kimberly Simpson Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us today for this seasoned homemaker portrait of Kimberly Simpson . We chat about her experience of keeping a home for over 30 years with husband, Jim. Kimberly is a deep thinker and is passionate about cultivating meaningful relationships with family, neighbors and her sisters in Christ, something she has always sought to do through her homemaking.

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Mentioned in this Episode

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Free Weekly Newsletter

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Join us today for this seasoned homemaker portrait of Kimberly Simpson . We chat about her experience of keeping a home for over 30 years with husband, Jim. Kimberly is a deep thinker and is passionate about cultivating meaningful relationships with family, neighbors and her sisters in Christ, something she has always sought to do through her homemaking.

RESOURCES
Mentioned in this Episode

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-11727492 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3975 10 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Dani Hamilton Homemaker Portrait | Dani Hamilton Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s episode I am chatting with my friend, Dani Hamilton. She is an in-the-trenches homemaking mama of 3 little boys and wife to husband, Luke who is a professional firefighter. Dani is an amazing artist, one of the most creative people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. We bonded over our mutual love of art, sewing and all things crafty. So the subject of creativity and art comes up quite a lot in this full and fun conversation. Once again, I am blown away by the wisdom and insight of this younger generation of women! 

EPISODE NOTES

Mentioned in this Episode

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Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s episode I am chatting with my friend, Dani Hamilton. She is an in-the-trenches homemaking mama of 3 little boys and wife to husband, Luke who is a professional firefighter. Dani is an amazing artist, one of the most creative people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. We bonded over our mutual love of art, sewing and all things crafty. So the subject of creativity and art comes up quite a lot in this full and fun conversation. Once again, I am blown away by the wisdom and insight of this younger generation of women! 

EPISODE NOTES

Mentioned in this Episode

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

Free Weekly Newsletter

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11673617 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 5547 10 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Michelle Poehlmann Homemaker Portrait | Michelle Poehlmann Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s show I am talking with my friend Michelle Poehlmann (pronounced "Pell-men") about her homemaking journey over the past decade with husband, Luke. With 3 kids, ages six and under, Michelle definitely qualifies as an in-the-trenches homemaker. After working outside the home for nearly all of their married life, she came home full time last year to care for her children and work alongside Luke running their  short-term rental business on their beautiful 20 acre Texas hill country property, Bird Haus Farms. In the shift from work to being home full time, Michelle is learning to relinquish control to be available for the people around her. 

EPISODE NOTES

Connect with Michelle and Bird Haus Farms
Website for Direct Vacation Rental Booking
Instagram
Facebook

Mentioned in this Episode
The Gospel Comes with a House Key, by Rosaria Butterfield (free study guide available)
Ginger Hubbard Parenting Podcast &
Book, "Don't Make Me Count to Three"
Melissa Maker's YouTube, Clean My Space

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Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

On today’s show I am talking with my friend Michelle Poehlmann (pronounced "Pell-men") about her homemaking journey over the past decade with husband, Luke. With 3 kids, ages six and under, Michelle definitely qualifies as an in-the-trenches homemaker. After working outside the home for nearly all of their married life, she came home full time last year to care for her children and work alongside Luke running their  short-term rental business on their beautiful 20 acre Texas hill country property, Bird Haus Farms. In the shift from work to being home full time, Michelle is learning to relinquish control to be available for the people around her. 

EPISODE NOTES

Connect with Michelle and Bird Haus Farms
Website for Direct Vacation Rental Booking
Instagram
Facebook

Mentioned in this Episode
The Gospel Comes with a House Key, by Rosaria Butterfield (free study guide available)
Ginger Hubbard Parenting Podcast &
Book, "Don't Make Me Count to Three"
Melissa Maker's YouTube, Clean My Space

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

Free Weekly Newsletter

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

Leave Us A Review

Stay In Touch with The Art of Home Podcast 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11566434 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4509 9 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Betty Hicks Homemaker Portrait | Betty Hicks Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

I am talking with Betty Hicks who has been keeping a home with husband Dan for 37 years. Betty is a mom, a grandmother, a retired military analyst, a breast cancer survivor and a published author. She and Dan started their married life making a home in Germany, just before the end of the cold war. The most dramatic change came when both she and Dan had separate encounters with Jesus and began to follow and obey him in every aspect of life. We will hear all about that and more in Betty’s story of home.

EPISODE NOTES

  • Jan Karon's Mitford Books, a favorite of Betty's and mine! Here are the books in order:
  1. At Home in Mitford
  2. A Light in the Window
  3. These High Green Hills
  4. Out to Cannan
  5. A New Song
  6. A Common Life
  7. In This Mountain
  8. Shepherds Abiding
  9. Light from Heaven
  10. Home to Holly Springs (A Father Tim Novel)
  11. In the Company of Others (A Father Tim Novel)
  12. Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good
  13. Come Rain or Come Shine
  14. To Be Where You Are
  • Scripture References:
  1. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
  2. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Colossians 3:23-24

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I am talking with Betty Hicks who has been keeping a home with husband Dan for 37 years. Betty is a mom, a grandmother, a retired military analyst, a breast cancer survivor and a published author. She and Dan started their married life making a home in Germany, just before the end of the cold war. The most dramatic change came when both she and Dan had separate encounters with Jesus and began to follow and obey him in every aspect of life. We will hear all about that and more in Betty’s story of home.

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  • Jan Karon's Mitford Books, a favorite of Betty's and mine! Here are the books in order:
  1. At Home in Mitford
  2. A Light in the Window
  3. These High Green Hills
  4. Out to Cannan
  5. A New Song
  6. A Common Life
  7. In This Mountain
  8. Shepherds Abiding
  9. Light from Heaven
  10. Home to Holly Springs (A Father Tim Novel)
  11. In the Company of Others (A Father Tim Novel)
  12. Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good
  13. Come Rain or Come Shine
  14. To Be Where You Are
  • Scripture References:
  1. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
  2. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Colossians 3:23-24

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11524275 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3877 9 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Adrienne Schrank Homemaker Portrait | Adrienne Schrank Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today’s episode I am talking with seasoned homemaker, Adrienne Schrank, about her experience of keeping home for the past 34 years with husband, Ron. Adrienne is a born administrator, a trait which has served her well in the organizing and time management side of homemaking but has sometimes been an obstacle to relationships. Adrienne has had to learn that she is not called to “admin people” but to love them and take part in God’s work of shaping hearts.

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In today’s episode I am talking with seasoned homemaker, Adrienne Schrank, about her experience of keeping home for the past 34 years with husband, Ron. Adrienne is a born administrator, a trait which has served her well in the organizing and time management side of homemaking but has sometimes been an obstacle to relationships. Adrienne has had to learn that she is not called to “admin people” but to love them and take part in God’s work of shaping hearts.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11471906 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4090 9 4 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Special Needs in the Home Homemaking Deep Dive | Special Needs in the Home Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for a discussion about special needs in the home.  We are talking to both homemakers with special needs family members AND homemakers without. We want to encourage and strengthen the former group and educate and inspire the latter group to provide support and help to these families in their communities. There is something for everyone in this episode!

I am talking with Laurie Mott who has been a full time caregiver to her daughter, Carly, for the past 33 years. Laurie has a wealth of experience and insight to share with us. I know you will benefit from this conversation no matter what your situation.

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Join us for a discussion about special needs in the home.  We are talking to both homemakers with special needs family members AND homemakers without. We want to encourage and strengthen the former group and educate and inspire the latter group to provide support and help to these families in their communities. There is something for everyone in this episode!

I am talking with Laurie Mott who has been a full time caregiver to her daughter, Carly, for the past 33 years. Laurie has a wealth of experience and insight to share with us. I know you will benefit from this conversation no matter what your situation.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11387003 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4624 9 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Abby Colbath Homemaker Portrait | Abby Colbath Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for this Newbie Homemaker Portrait of my friend, Abby Colbath. Despite your youth and classification as a "Newbie", Abby has a lot to share. Her experiences over the past few years have given her perspective and wisdom that many of us don’t gain until much later in life. She has walked through the joyful, but challenging waters of newlywed life, started a business from scratch, and faced some very dark valleys of grief and loss, and it is clear to see how the Lord has carried Abby through it all.

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Join us for this Newbie Homemaker Portrait of my friend, Abby Colbath. Despite your youth and classification as a "Newbie", Abby has a lot to share. Her experiences over the past few years have given her perspective and wisdom that many of us don’t gain until much later in life. She has walked through the joyful, but challenging waters of newlywed life, started a business from scratch, and faced some very dark valleys of grief and loss, and it is clear to see how the Lord has carried Abby through it all.

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Connect with Abby through her shop, July & June Women's Boutique.
Website | Instagram | Facebook | San Antonio Location

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Other Episodes on the Topics of Infertility, Loss, and Grief
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S9: E1  Jeanne Coté
S5: E4 Jan Grelle
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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-11346403 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4848 9 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jeanne Coté Homemaker Portrait | Jeanne Coté Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are kicking off  Season 9 of The Art of Home with a portrait of seasoned homemaker, Jeanne Coté, who has been keeping a home with her husband, Jeff, for 44 years. They have raised a houseful of girls, and even "adopted" another girl through some radical hospitality. Jeanne shares about marrying young, educating and raising her girls, caring for her aging mother and how the loss of her daughter, Jessica, brought her to her knees before Jesus, and how He changed her life and home forever.

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We are kicking off  Season 9 of The Art of Home with a portrait of seasoned homemaker, Jeanne Coté, who has been keeping a home with her husband, Jeff, for 44 years. They have raised a houseful of girls, and even "adopted" another girl through some radical hospitality. Jeanne shares about marrying young, educating and raising her girls, caring for her aging mother and how the loss of her daughter, Jessica, brought her to her knees before Jesus, and how He changed her life and home forever.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11325460 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4098 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, christian homemaker, homemaker wisdom, grief 9 1 full false Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch 8 & 9, "Religion in the Home" and "Home Memories" Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch 8 & 9, "Religion in the Home" and "Home Memories" Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 8 & 9, "Religion in the Home" and "Home Memories".

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 8 & 9, "Religion in the Home" and "Home Memories".

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11230723 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 5725 #Homemaking #summerreading2022 #JRMiller #homemaker #Christianwife #Christianhusband #theartofhomepodcast #christianhomemaker #homemakingmatters #christianparenting #familyaltar #familyworship 8 5 full false Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch 6 & 7, "Brothers and Sisters" and "The Home-Life" Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's Homemaking Ch 6 & 7, "Brothers and Sisters" and "The Home-Life" Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 6 & 7, "Brothers and Sisters" and "The Home-Life"

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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 6 & 7, "Brothers and Sisters" and "The Home-Life"

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11143282 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 6469 #Homemaking #summerreading2022 #JRMiller #homemaker #Christianwife #Christianhusband #theartofhomepodcast #christianhomemaker #homemakingmatters #christianparenting 8 4 full false Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's "Homemaking", Ch 4 & 5, "The Parent's Part" & "The Children's Part" Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's "Homemaking", Ch 4 & 5, "The Parent's Part" & "The Children's Part" Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 4 & 5, "The Parent's Part" and "The Children's Part."


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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 4 & 5, "The Parent's Part" and "The Children's Part."


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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11076970 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 6387 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, christian homemaker, homemaker wisdom 8 3 full false Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's, "Homemaking" Ch. 2 & 3, "The Husband's Part" & "The Wife's Part" Summer Reading Series | JR Miller's, "Homemaking" Ch. 2 & 3, "The Husband's Part" & "The Wife's Part" Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 2 & 3, "The Husband's Part" and "The Wife's Part."


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]]> Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this installment of the summer reading series we present Chapters 2 & 3, "The Husband's Part" and "The Wife's Part."


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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11064034 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 5173 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, JR Miller, wives, husbands 8 2 full false Summer Reading Series | Intro & Chapter 1 Summer Reading Series | Intro & Chapter 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this first installment of the summer reading series we present a brief biographical segment on JR Miller followed by Chapter 1, "The Wedded Life."

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Join us for our summer reading series. During the month of August we are working through JR Miller's classic, Home-Making, published in 1882. Each Wednesday your host, Allison, will read two chapters from this short book. Each Friday, The Art of Home will distribute corresponding reflection questions to our email subscribers. All resources created by The Art of Home for this summer reading series are provided free of charge.

Since we are presenting the book in audio form via the podcast you do not need a hard copy. However, it might be helpful for working through the reflection questions. This book is in the public domain, therefore you can access the text for free in various places online. We will link some below. If you desire, you can purchase a paperback copy for less than $10 on Amazon. 

In this first installment of the summer reading series we present a brief biographical segment on JR Miller followed by Chapter 1, "The Wedded Life."

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-11007192 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2734 homemaker, homemaking, JR Miller, summer reading, homemaking matters, homemaker training, homemaking 101, Christian homemakers 8 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Amber Davis Homemaker Portrait | Amber Davis Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for this portrait of In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Amber Davis. We chat about multi-generational households, chronic illness, and how to manage expectations while juggling homemaking and working outside the home. Amber is a former park ranger, Bible teacher, poet, mom, step-mom and grandmother.

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Sacred + holy is the
ground of homemaking
In all its colors + forms
Intentionality + creativity
Used to create spaces
That are safe + warm
Dishes to wash
Floors to be swept
All the chores can feel mundane
But rest assured
In the Kingdom of God
None of your work is in vain
Through the windows of home
We see glimpses of heaven
A foretaste of what is to come
Rest for the weary
Peace for the hurting
Joy…and a place to belong
As we tend to the chores
Tend to the gardens
Or tend to delicate hearts
We are building
Into a legacy
That bids us to come take part
As you gather 'round your table
Bellies are nourished
And so are precious souls
Sanctification, growth
AND failure
It all happens within these walls
With each whispered prayer
Every hug shared
And every single load of washed clothes
With every held hand
And every meal prepared
A wise woman builds up her home
Sacred + holy is the
ground of homemaking
In all its colors + forms
A high + valuable calling
A precious gift from the Lord

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Join us for this portrait of In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Amber Davis. We chat about multi-generational households, chronic illness, and how to manage expectations while juggling homemaking and working outside the home. Amber is a former park ranger, Bible teacher, poet, mom, step-mom and grandmother.

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Amber's Homemaking Poem

Sacred + holy is the
ground of homemaking
In all its colors + forms
Intentionality + creativity
Used to create spaces
That are safe + warm
Dishes to wash
Floors to be swept
All the chores can feel mundane
But rest assured
In the Kingdom of God
None of your work is in vain
Through the windows of home
We see glimpses of heaven
A foretaste of what is to come
Rest for the weary
Peace for the hurting
Joy…and a place to belong
As we tend to the chores
Tend to the gardens
Or tend to delicate hearts
We are building
Into a legacy
That bids us to come take part
As you gather 'round your table
Bellies are nourished
And so are precious souls
Sanctification, growth
AND failure
It all happens within these walls
With each whispered prayer
Every hug shared
And every single load of washed clothes
With every held hand
And every meal prepared
A wise woman builds up her home
Sacred + holy is the
ground of homemaking
In all its colors + forms
A high + valuable calling
A precious gift from the Lord

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-10968033 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3991 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, multi-generational household, blended family, working mom, single mom 7 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Roberta Hemphill Homemaker Portrait | Roberta Hemphill Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Seasoned homemaker, Roberta Hemphill, shares with us the ups and downs of her 40 year homemaking career. We chat about her passion for preserving memories and her experience parenting 2 kids on the autism spectrum when very little was known about this condition. 

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Seasoned homemaker, Roberta Hemphill, shares with us the ups and downs of her 40 year homemaking career. We chat about her passion for preserving memories and her experience parenting 2 kids on the autism spectrum when very little was known about this condition. 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10932409 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3732 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, autism 7 5 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Words in the Home, Part 2 Homemaking Deep Dive | Words in the Home, Part 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We continue the discussion with Karen Sheppard on words we pour out, words we take in and words we hold onto and how these words impact our homemaking. Part 2 focuses on words we pour out in written form and words we take in. We talk about letter writing, memoir and journal writing, expressive writing as therapy, media, music and great books.

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We continue the discussion with Karen Sheppard on words we pour out, words we take in and words we hold onto and how these words impact our homemaking. Part 2 focuses on words we pour out in written form and words we take in. We talk about letter writing, memoir and journal writing, expressive writing as therapy, media, music and great books.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10885628 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4177 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, marriage, family, parenting, communication, words, edification, proverbs, renewing your mind, neural pathways, transformation, journaling, writi 7 4 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Words in the Home, Part 1 Homemaking Deep Dive | Words in the Home, Part 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this discussion with my friend, Karen Sheppard, about the power and importance of words in the home. We begin by laying some ground work about why words are important in the home then we explore what we are calling the cycle of words; that is words we take in, words we hold onto and words we pour out. 

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Join me for this discussion with my friend, Karen Sheppard, about the power and importance of words in the home. We begin by laying some ground work about why words are important in the home then we explore what we are calling the cycle of words; that is words we take in, words we hold onto and words we pour out. 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Allison Weeks & Karen Sheppard Buzzsprout-10869750 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3419 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, marriage, family, parenting, communication, words, edification, proverbs, renewing your mind, neural pathways, transformation, journaling, writi 7 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jeanette Rath Homemaker Portrait | Jeanette Rath Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Now, about today’s interview….I am talking with newbie homemaker, Jeanette Rath. I have known Jeanette for many years, served with her in worship ministry watching her blossom and grow into a delightful young woman. In this conversation we talk about Jeanette’s experience of learning to keep a house while managing some physical challenges. She is learning that rest isn’t earned but is a gift from our good God.

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Now, about today’s interview….I am talking with newbie homemaker, Jeanette Rath. I have known Jeanette for many years, served with her in worship ministry watching her blossom and grow into a delightful young woman. In this conversation we talk about Jeanette’s experience of learning to keep a house while managing some physical challenges. She is learning that rest isn’t earned but is a gift from our good God.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10832981 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3532 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, prayer, scoliosis, chronic pain, fear not 7 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Gwen Cunningham Homemaker Portrait | Gwen Cunningham Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

To kick off Season 7, I’m chatting with my friend, Gwen Cunningham, about her 36-year practice of The Art of Home. Gwen worked as a social worker and group home supervisor while keeping a home with her husband, Paul ,who taught high school. Together they raised 3 kids and just recently gained another adult child in Paul’s daughter, Jen who sought out her birth father about 4 years ago. God is telling an AMAZING redemptive story through them which Gwen graciously shares with us in this interview. Besides that, she has so much wisdom to impart, the kind that comes with years of experience and it is my honor to share with you Gwen’s story of home.

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To kick off Season 7, I’m chatting with my friend, Gwen Cunningham, about her 36-year practice of The Art of Home. Gwen worked as a social worker and group home supervisor while keeping a home with her husband, Paul ,who taught high school. Together they raised 3 kids and just recently gained another adult child in Paul’s daughter, Jen who sought out her birth father about 4 years ago. God is telling an AMAZING redemptive story through them which Gwen graciously shares with us in this interview. Besides that, she has so much wisdom to impart, the kind that comes with years of experience and it is my honor to share with you Gwen’s story of home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10778789 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3872 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, 7 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Leslie Lucadou Homemaker Portrait | Leslie Lucadou Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this great conversation with "in the trenches" homemaker, Leslie Lucadou.  We talk about what God is teaching her through her homemaking life with 3 little girls, an autoimmune disease and a passion for teaching how caring for our bodies fuels the good work God is calling us to do in life.

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Join me for this great conversation with "in the trenches" homemaker, Leslie Lucadou.  We talk about what God is teaching her through her homemaking life with 3 little girls, an autoimmune disease and a passion for teaching how caring for our bodies fuels the good work God is calling us to do in life.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-10668577 Wed, 25 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3725 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, wellness, autoimmune disease, Celiac, health, faith, Jesus, surrender 6 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Lana Leiloglou Homemaker Portrait | Lana Leiloglou Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join me for this "in the trenches" homemaker portrait of my friend, Lana. While we at AoH define the "in the trenches" homemaker as one who is 10+ years into her journey with lots to manage in a busy household, Lana is very open about her time in the trenches of struggling to "love every minute" of parenting and homemaking. We talk about what to do with that unrealistic expectation.  Lana is also a gifted photographer who specializes in newborn, family and branding portraits and she shares some tips to improve everyday photos.

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Join me for this "in the trenches" homemaker portrait of my friend, Lana. While we at AoH define the "in the trenches" homemaker as one who is 10+ years into her journey with lots to manage in a busy household, Lana is very open about her time in the trenches of struggling to "love every minute" of parenting and homemaking. We talk about what to do with that unrealistic expectation.  Lana is also a gifted photographer who specializes in newborn, family and branding portraits and she shares some tips to improve everyday photos.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10635351 Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4034 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, breast cancer, photography, grace, Jesus 6 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Tricia Emmons Homemaker Portrait | Tricia Emmons Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are chatting today with seasoned homemaker, Tricia Emmons, about her 29 years experience keeping a home, managing outside work and parenting 6 kids, including 2 adopted.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10585155 Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4082 homemaker, homemaking, adoption, working mom, home, parenting, hospitality 6 4 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Sewing Part 2 Homemaking Deep Dive | Sewing Part 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for part 2 of our discussion on all things sewing! Today we chat with Jan Lockhart about sewing clothing, sewing for the home and sewing as a business. We get into some specific tips and ideas in all three of these areas.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10543503 Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4008 #homemaker #homemaking #theartofhomemaking #theartofhomepodcast #sewing #sewingbusiness #sewingclothes #sewinghome #homedecor #sewingpatterns #sewingnotions #choosingfabric 6 3 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Sewing, Part 1 Homemaking Deep Dive | Sewing, Part 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join Allison and long-time sewist, Jan Lockhart, in this two part series exploring the art of sewing for homemakers. In this episode we will be discussing the basics of sewing; essential tools, machine basics, fabric, patterns, sewing economy, expectations and more. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sewist, we have something for you in this episode.

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Join Allison and long-time sewist, Jan Lockhart, in this two part series exploring the art of sewing for homemakers. In this episode we will be discussing the basics of sewing; essential tools, machine basics, fabric, patterns, sewing economy, expectations and more. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sewist, we have something for you in this episode.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10510543 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4436 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, sewing, sewist, crafts 6 2 full false Homemaker Portrait | Christine Schamberger Homemaker Portrait | Christine Schamberger Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are kicking off Season 6 with our very first "Newbie" Homemaker Portrait. We are chatting with my good friend, Christine, about her experience in keeping home with her husband, Luke, for the past 5 years. Christine may be a newbie, but this conversation is rich with reflection on hospitality, cooking, identity and the sacredness of home.

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We are kicking off Season 6 with our very first "Newbie" Homemaker Portrait. We are chatting with my good friend, Christine, about her experience in keeping home with her husband, Luke, for the past 5 years. Christine may be a newbie, but this conversation is rich with reflection on hospitality, cooking, identity and the sacredness of home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-10460365 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4360 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, infertility, hospitality, houseplants, food prep 6 1 full false The Art of Home Birthday Episode The Art of Home Birthday Episode Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

🎉 Oh yeah, it's our birthday! It's our birthday!🙌🏻

Join us for this very special episode where we are celebrating one year of exploring how homemakers cultivate a place to belong, one story at a time. You will hear a few 1st year thoughts from you host, Allison, updates on what to look for in year 2, as well as lots of The Art of Home listeners submitting their best homemaking tips. We are also announcing the winners of our birthday giveaway!

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🎉 Oh yeah, it's our birthday! It's our birthday!🙌🏻

Join us for this very special episode where we are celebrating one year of exploring how homemakers cultivate a place to belong, one story at a time. You will hear a few 1st year thoughts from you host, Allison, updates on what to look for in year 2, as well as lots of The Art of Home listeners submitting their best homemaking tips. We are also announcing the winners of our birthday giveaway!

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-10342402 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3297 podcast birthday, homemaking, homemaking tips, homemaking matters, housewife poems, housekeeping, cooking, meal prep, simplicity, mentoring, Titus 2 women, homemaking matters 5 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Debbi Kennedy Homemaker Portrait | Debbi Kennedy Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us as we chat with seasoned homemaker, Debbi Kennedy about her experiences keeping a home since 1977 with her husband Ken and their 13 children (9 adopted). Debbi and Ken have spent many years on the mission field in Haiti and Mexico and their experiences have taught them much about the value of home and family.

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Join us as we chat with seasoned homemaker, Debbi Kennedy about her experiences keeping a home since 1977 with her husband Ken and their 13 children (9 adopted). Debbi and Ken have spent many years on the mission field in Haiti and Mexico and their experiences have taught them much about the value of home and family.

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The Kennedy's Ministry: Only A Servant Ministry

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  • Sangster, Margaret E., The Art of Home-Making in City and Country, In Mansion and Cottage. New York: The Christian heritage Bible House, 1898.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10255758 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3880 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, missionary, adoption 5 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Jan Grelle Homemaker Portrait | Jan Grelle Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this Homemaker Portrait we are chatting with seasoned homemaker, Jan Grelle. Married to her high school sweetheart at 18, Jan has spent decades pursuing God through home, family, loss, ministry and much more. 

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  • Sangster, Margaret E., The Art of Home-Making in City and Country, In Mansion and Cottage. New York: The Christian heritage Bible House, 1898.
  • Josiah Allen's Wife as a P.A. and P.I. ; Samantha at the Centennial,  by Marietta Holley, 1883
  • [Holloway, Laura Carter (1889), The Woman's Story: As Told by Twenty American Women, Hurst, 113, public domain]
  • Bug-A-Salt Gun

Jan's Favorite Resources:

  • A Resilient Life: You Can Move Ahead No Matter What, Gordon MacDonald
  • It Starts at Home: A Practical Guide to Nurturing Lifelong Faith, Kurt Bruner & Steve Stroope
  • Making Room for Life: Trading Chaotic Lifestyles for Connected Relationships, Randy Frazee

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In this Homemaker Portrait we are chatting with seasoned homemaker, Jan Grelle. Married to her high school sweetheart at 18, Jan has spent decades pursuing God through home, family, loss, ministry and much more. 

Resources
Forever Home
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Mentioned in This Episode

Historical Homemaker Hints:

  • Sangster, Margaret E., The Art of Home-Making in City and Country, In Mansion and Cottage. New York: The Christian heritage Bible House, 1898.
  • Josiah Allen's Wife as a P.A. and P.I. ; Samantha at the Centennial,  by Marietta Holley, 1883
  • [Holloway, Laura Carter (1889), The Woman's Story: As Told by Twenty American Women, Hurst, 113, public domain]
  • Bug-A-Salt Gun

Jan's Favorite Resources:

  • A Resilient Life: You Can Move Ahead No Matter What, Gordon MacDonald
  • It Starts at Home: A Practical Guide to Nurturing Lifelong Faith, Kurt Bruner & Steve Stroope
  • Making Room for Life: Trading Chaotic Lifestyles for Connected Relationships, Randy Frazee

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-10124627 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0600 4747 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, loss, ministry, grief, laundry tips, Gospel 5 4 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Organization, Part 2 Homemaking Deep Dive | Organization, Part 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Part 2 of our organization conversation with Joi Welch. After establishing  the heart behind organization in part 1, we are diving into 3 areas of the home where most of us could use a bit more order and organization; the bathroom, the bedroom/closet and the kitchen. 

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Part 2 of our organization conversation with Joi Welch. After establishing  the heart behind organization in part 1, we are diving into 3 areas of the home where most of us could use a bit more order and organization; the bathroom, the bedroom/closet and the kitchen. 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-10080417 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3687 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, organization, bedroom, bathroom, closet, kitchen, clutter, organizing ideas 5 3 full false Homemaker Portrait | Kim Coburn Homemaker Portrait | Kim Coburn Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for this Homemaker Portrait of Kim Coburn, Seasoned homemaker of 47 years! We cover nearly 5 decades of experiences, memories and insight in this wonderful story of home.

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Join us for this Homemaker Portrait of Kim Coburn, Seasoned homemaker of 47 years! We cover nearly 5 decades of experiences, memories and insight in this wonderful story of home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Allison L Weeks Buzzsprout-9994690 Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3908 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, 5 2 full false Homemaking Deep Dive | Organization Homemaking Deep Dive | Organization Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us as we dive deep into the topic of organization with Joi Welch. Today we will focus on the heart behind establishing systems of order and organization in our homes. In other words, we will help you establish your WHY of getting and staying organized.

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Join us as we dive deep into the topic of organization with Joi Welch. Today we will focus on the heart behind establishing systems of order and organization in our homes. In other words, we will help you establish your WHY of getting and staying organized.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast/episode/4cf7fe8c/homemaking-deep-dive-or-organization Buzzsprout-9842739 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3117 homemaking, organization, organizing, Joi Welch, Homemaking Deep Dive, homemaker wisdom, homemaking 101, homemaker helps 5 1 full false Holiday Homemaking 2021 | Week 4 Holiday Homemaking 2021 | Week 4 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for our 4th and final installment of Holiday Homemaking 2021. You will hear from 4 more familiar homemaker voices all about gifts, food, traditions, ribbons and bows. We have some tips for you as you reflect on this week's Advent theme, love as well as some suggestions for keeping a record of this Christmas season.

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Join us for our 4th and final installment of Holiday Homemaking 2021. You will hear from 4 more familiar homemaker voices all about gifts, food, traditions, ribbons and bows. We have some tips for you as you reflect on this week's Advent theme, love as well as some suggestions for keeping a record of this Christmas season.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-9755921 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 3049 holiday homemaking, home for the holidays, Christmas, homemaking memories, Christmas traditions, Christmas recipes, baking, family, gathering, gifts, advent, love 4 4 full false Holiday Homemaking | Week 3 Holiday Homemaking | Week 3 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us as we hear from 4 more homemakers sharing memories, tips, recipes and reflections of Christmas.  Sandi Goforth describes the “glorious pandemonium” of December 25th at her house. Jenn Darnold discusses overnight sticky buns and brother gifts. You will hear about themed stockings from Karen Sheppard and the importance of UNDER-scheduling the month of December from Hollie Carnahan. You are bound to find some inspiration for your practice of the art of holiday homemaking.

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Join us as we hear from 4 more homemakers sharing memories, tips, recipes and reflections of Christmas.  Sandi Goforth describes the “glorious pandemonium” of December 25th at her house. Jenn Darnold discusses overnight sticky buns and brother gifts. You will hear about themed stockings from Karen Sheppard and the importance of UNDER-scheduling the month of December from Hollie Carnahan. You are bound to find some inspiration for your practice of the art of holiday homemaking.

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine
*Includes recipes for: Jenn's Overnight Sticky Buns and Karen's Chives Bread

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-9719280 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 3372 Christmas, homemakers, homemaking, home for the holidays, Christmas memories, Holiday Traditions, Christmas trees, stockings, advent, joy, the art of home podcast, Sandi Goforth, Jenn Darnold, Karen Sheppard, Hollie Carnahan 4 3 full false Holiday Homemaking 2021, Week 2 Holiday Homemaking 2021, Week 2 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Join us for week 2 of our special mini-season, Holiday Homemaking 2021. We talk about Christmas family fun with Kelly Eakins, keeping multiple boys' socks straight with Susan Macias, green pickle ornaments with Kim Stedman, cozy Hygge ideas with Joi Welch and muscling through toffee making with Laurie Mott.

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*Includes recipes for: Laurie's Peppernuts, Kim's Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs, Susan's Pumpkin Torte, Kelly's Sausage Balls

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Christmas Fun Playlist

Poem: Rawlings, Marjorie Kinnan. "Christmas Carols." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Rodger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997, 150.

Gift Giving & Wish List App:
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Elfster

Gingerbread House Party:
This blog has some great ideas on hosting a party similar to how I did my girls' night out gingerbread parties. Part 1 includes a recipe and simple pattern pieces.
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Join us for week 2 of our special mini-season, Holiday Homemaking 2021. We talk about Christmas family fun with Kelly Eakins, keeping multiple boys' socks straight with Susan Macias, green pickle ornaments with Kim Stedman, cozy Hygge ideas with Joi Welch and muscling through toffee making with Laurie Mott.

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine
*Includes recipes for: Laurie's Peppernuts, Kim's Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs, Susan's Pumpkin Torte, Kelly's Sausage Balls

RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Free Advent Devotional
Advent Playlists

Christmas Fun Playlist

Poem: Rawlings, Marjorie Kinnan. "Christmas Carols." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Rodger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997, 150.

Gift Giving & Wish List App:
Giftster
Elfster

Gingerbread House Party:
This blog has some great ideas on hosting a party similar to how I did my girls' night out gingerbread parties. Part 1 includes a recipe and simple pattern pieces.
Part 1
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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-9678933 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 3650 Christmas, homemakers, homemaking, home for the holidays, Christmas memories, Holiday Traditions, Gingerbread, Christmas trees, hygge, stockings, advent, peace, the art of home podcast, Laurie Mott, Joi Welch, Susan Macias, Kim Stedman, Kelly Eakins 4 2 full false Holiday Homemaking 2021, Week 1 Holiday Homemaking 2021, Week 1 Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for this first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2021. You will hear some familiar voices as we visit with previous guests and discuss all things Christmas.  Athena Oden, Alma Wakefield, Jan Lockhart and Joyce Newhall each share holiday memories, family traditions, recipes and tips to keep from losing sight of the mattering things during the Christmas season.

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine

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Fun Holiday Playlist

Family Holiday Games

  • Reindeer Relay (all ages, party game)
  • Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza (all ages, card game)
  • Settlers of Catan (ages 8 and up, board game)
  • Christmas Carols and Songs Game (all ages, board game)

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for this first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2021. You will hear some familiar voices as we visit with previous guests and discuss all things Christmas.  Athena Oden, Alma Wakefield, Jan Lockhart and Joyce Newhall each share holiday memories, family traditions, recipes and tips to keep from losing sight of the mattering things during the Christmas season.

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine

RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail

Fun Holiday Playlist

Family Holiday Games

  • Reindeer Relay (all ages, party game)
  • Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza (all ages, card game)
  • Settlers of Catan (ages 8 and up, board game)
  • Christmas Carols and Songs Game (all ages, board game)

Delivery Driver Thank You Signs
Euchre Card Game (Joyce Newhall)
Advent

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast Buzzsprout-9574333 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 3283 homemaker, holidays, Christmas, Home for the Holidays, Athena Oden, Alma Wakefield, Jan Lockhart, Joyce Newhall, Thanksgiving, Family Games, Cooking, Christmas Cookies, Christmas Dinner, Christmas morning, presents, stockings, caroling, Advent, Jesus 4 1 full false Homemaker Portrait | Gayle Wills Homemaker Portrait | Gayle Wills Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this episode we are chatting with Gayle who has been keeping a home for 39 years. She has raised two children and after a season of an empty nest has recently welcomed her elderly father into her home. We discuss her current role as a caregiver for her father, we swap Gumbo recipes and we talk quite a bit about Gayle's experiences in mentorship relationships.

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In this episode we are chatting with Gayle who has been keeping a home for 39 years. She has raised two children and after a season of an empty nest has recently welcomed her elderly father into her home. We discuss her current role as a caregiver for her father, we swap Gumbo recipes and we talk quite a bit about Gayle's experiences in mentorship relationships.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-gayle-wills Buzzsprout-9520545 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0600 2806 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, aging parents, elder care, mentorship, Titus 2, 3 6 full false Homemaker Portrait | Judy Watters Homemaker Portrait | Judy Watters Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this Homemaker Portrait we are chatting with Judy Watters about the value of life lessons in homemaking. Judy is a published author and writing coach who believes that "ordinary people can do extraordinary things" when they learn to embrace and enjoy the process.

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  • The Road Home: The Legacy that was, is, and is to Come
  • Panning for Gold in Our Golden Years: A Journal for Positive Aging
  • Mystery in the Jackson House (Triple Dog Dare Series, Book 1)

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In this Homemaker Portrait we are chatting with Judy Watters about the value of life lessons in homemaking. Judy is a published author and writing coach who believes that "ordinary people can do extraordinary things" when they learn to embrace and enjoy the process.

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Judy's Books Mentioned in This Episode

  • The Road Home: The Legacy that was, is, and is to Come
  • Panning for Gold in Our Golden Years: A Journal for Positive Aging
  • Mystery in the Jackson House (Triple Dog Dare Series, Book 1)

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-judy-watters Buzzsprout-9439177 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3486 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, aging, memoirs, writing, life lessons 3 5 full false Homemaker Portrait | Teri Hall Homemaker Portrait | Teri Hall Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Teri has been keeping a home for 40 years. She sees the home as a launching pad and a landing pad where we can cultivate peace through order and organization.

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  • Miller, Marion Mills, Practical Suggestions for Mother and Housewife (Philadelphia: Running Press, 2009) 

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Teri has been keeping a home for 40 years. She sees the home as a launching pad and a landing pad where we can cultivate peace through order and organization.

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Resources 

  • Suffer Strong: How to Survive Anything by Redefining Everything by Katherine & Jay Wolf
  • Miller, Marion Mills, Practical Suggestions for Mother and Housewife (Philadelphia: Running Press, 2009) 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-teri-hall Buzzsprout-9354736 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0500 4091 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, cancer, declutter, simplify 3 4 full false Homemaker Portrait | Joyce Newhall Homemaker Portrait | Joyce Newhall Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's show, we are talking with 34-year homemaking veteran, Joyce Newhall.  She has a plaque in her office that reads, "A home built with love has rubber walls." Joyce has seen firsthand how love stretches and expands the capacity of a home, no matter its size or limitations. Where love is, there's always enough and there's always room for one more.

RESOURCES
Organization:

  • The New Messies Manual:  The Procrastinator's Guide to Good Housekeeping by Sandra Felton

Early Morning Tea with Mom

Hospitality


Historical Homemaker Hints:

  • Mrs. Child, The American Frugal Housewife (Boston: Carter, Hendee, and Co., 1833), 11, 87, 116.

Q&A Homemaker Tasks & Tips

  • Nutbread & Nostalgia Junior League of South Bend, 75th anniversary Reprinting
  • Joyce's Top 3 Tips

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In today's show, we are talking with 34-year homemaking veteran, Joyce Newhall.  She has a plaque in her office that reads, "A home built with love has rubber walls." Joyce has seen firsthand how love stretches and expands the capacity of a home, no matter its size or limitations. Where love is, there's always enough and there's always room for one more.

RESOURCES
Organization:

  • The New Messies Manual:  The Procrastinator's Guide to Good Housekeeping by Sandra Felton

Early Morning Tea with Mom

Hospitality


Historical Homemaker Hints:

  • Mrs. Child, The American Frugal Housewife (Boston: Carter, Hendee, and Co., 1833), 11, 87, 116.

Q&A Homemaker Tasks & Tips

  • Nutbread & Nostalgia Junior League of South Bend, 75th anniversary Reprinting
  • Joyce's Top 3 Tips

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In today's Homemaker Portrait  we'll hear from a homemaker who found herself unexpectedly challenged and delighted in her practice of The Art of Home. Hollie Carnahan's story of home has been filled with challenges and triumphs that have stretched her and helped her to grow with each new season of homemaking.

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  • This Isn't What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression | Karen R Kleiman, Valerie Davis Raskin MD

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Seasons of Homemaking:

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In today's Homemaker Portrait  we'll hear from a homemaker who found herself unexpectedly challenged and delighted in her practice of The Art of Home. Hollie Carnahan's story of home has been filled with challenges and triumphs that have stretched her and helped her to grow with each new season of homemaking.

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  • MOPS
  • MOMS Club International
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  • This Isn't What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression | Karen R Kleiman, Valerie Davis Raskin MD

Historical Homemaker Hints:

Seasons of Homemaking:

  • Unceasing: A Parent's Guide to Conquer Worry and Pray with Power  by Susan K Macias
  • 31 Days of Praying for My Daughter: A Prayer Journal by Susan K Macias

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog Buzzsprout-9189354 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3678 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, parenting, postpartum depression, depression, anxiety, homemaker portrait, the art of home 3 2 full false Homemaking Rhythms | Jenn Darnold Homemaking Rhythms | Jenn Darnold Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's episode we present a Homemaker Portrait of Jen Darnold. Over the years, Jen has learned how rhythms allow her to keep moving forward toward the goal of her homemaking, to cultivate a "place of provision where people's spiritual, emotional and physical needs are being met."

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In today's episode we present a Homemaker Portrait of Jen Darnold. Over the years, Jen has learned how rhythms allow her to keep moving forward toward the goal of her homemaking, to cultivate a "place of provision where people's spiritual, emotional and physical needs are being met."

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaking-rhythms-with-jen-darnold Buzzsprout-9116605 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0500 5043 Home, homemaker, homemaking, homemaker life, wife, mom, homemaking matters, homemaking skills, homemaking 101, housework, marriage, family, homemaking rhythms, parenting 3 1 full false Resilient Homemaking | Kim Stedman Resilient Homemaking | Kim Stedman Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Practicing the art of home requires hard work, determination and resilience, especially  when circumstances are overwhelming. Kim Stedman has faced extremely challenging circumstances in her life but through it all she has persevered in faith and continued to make a home with what she was given. Through widowhood and single parenting Kim has depended on God's strength to resiliently practice her art of making a home. Join us for this moving and inspiring Homemaker Portrait.

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Practicing the art of home requires hard work, determination and resilience, especially  when circumstances are overwhelming. Kim Stedman has faced extremely challenging circumstances in her life but through it all she has persevered in faith and continued to make a home with what she was given. Through widowhood and single parenting Kim has depended on God's strength to resiliently practice her art of making a home. Join us for this moving and inspiring Homemaker Portrait.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/resilient-homemaking-with-kim-stedman Buzzsprout-8976221 Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0500 4715 home, homemaker, homemaking, family, widow, single parent, twins, small business, home-based business, working mom 2 6 full false Homemaking in Hardship | Karen Holmes Homemaking in Hardship | Karen Holmes Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Homemaking is challenging when times are good, and can seem impossible when hardship comes, threatening to rob us of the hope and vision we have for our homes.  Join us as we explore how to persevere through hard times and unmet expectations in homemaking with a Homemaker Portrait of Karen Holmes.

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Homemaking is challenging when times are good, and can seem impossible when hardship comes, threatening to rob us of the hope and vision we have for our homes.  Join us as we explore how to persevere through hard times and unmet expectations in homemaking with a Homemaker Portrait of Karen Holmes.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-8934122 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3682 home, homemaker, homemaking, hardship, diabetic, mental illness, caregiver, lost boys of Sudan, Casa Piedra Custom Nurseries, shared housekeeping, expectations, hospitality, wife, mom, chore charts 2 5 full false Tailored Homemaking | Jan Lockhart Tailored Homemaking | Jan Lockhart Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Making a home is like crafting a fine garment, many pieces must be carefully joined with skill and creativity in order to make a cohesive, beautiful and functional work of art. Join us for a fun and insightful conversation in this Homemaker Portrait of Jan Lockhart on The Art of Home Podcast.

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Making a home is like crafting a fine garment, many pieces must be carefully joined with skill and creativity in order to make a cohesive, beautiful and functional work of art. Join us for a fun and insightful conversation in this Homemaker Portrait of Jan Lockhart on The Art of Home Podcast.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/tailored-homemaking-with-jan-lockhart Buzzsprout-8850972 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3410 home, homemaking, homemaker, housewife, sewing, tailoring, crafting, hospitality, family, marriage, kids, baking, Elisabeth Elliot, 4-H, Home Economics, writer, homemaking 101 2 4 full false Embracing Homemaking | Athena Oden Embracing Homemaking | Athena Oden Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's Homemaker Portrait I am talking with Athena Oden about making home an embracing place. Through her practice of the art of home, Athena has created a place of belonging for her family, friends and neighbors.  We talk about how she balances homemaking with a full-time career, her love of gardening and hospitality (or as she calls it, "neighboring") and her experience as a mom of twins.

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In today's Homemaker Portrait I am talking with Athena Oden about making home an embracing place. Through her practice of the art of home, Athena has created a place of belonging for her family, friends and neighbors.  We talk about how she balances homemaking with a full-time career, her love of gardening and hospitality (or as she calls it, "neighboring") and her experience as a mom of twins.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/embracing-homemaking-with-athena-oden Buzzsprout-8784150 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3244 home, homemaker, working mom, homemaking, twins, parenting, gardening, pediatric physical therapy, ready bodies learning minds, hospitality, neighboring, one another's, Thanksgiving, re-entry, mac-n-cheese 2 3 full false Original Homemaking | Alma Wakefield Original Homemaking | Alma Wakefield Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

We are each given unique abilities, gifts and personalities. How do we use these to practice the art of home with originality? We will discuss this topic and much more in the Homemaker Portrait with 50-year veteran homemaker, Alma Wakefield.

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We are each given unique abilities, gifts and personalities. How do we use these to practice the art of home with originality? We will discuss this topic and much more in the Homemaker Portrait with 50-year veteran homemaker, Alma Wakefield.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/original-homemaking-with-alma-wakefield Buzzsprout-8708533 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3421 home, homemaking, homemaker, serving, hidden art, hospitality 2 2 full false Faithful Homemaking | Kelly Eakins Faithful Homemaking | Kelly Eakins Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Art of Home Podcast!  We are kicking off this season with a compelling Homemaker Portrait of Kelly Eakins.  She shares about her experiences through nearly 40 years of homemaking including debt-free living and caring for her son who suffered a traumatic brain injury. 

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Welcome to Season 2 of The Art of Home Podcast!  We are kicking off this season with a compelling Homemaker Portrait of Kelly Eakins.  She shares about her experiences through nearly 40 years of homemaking including debt-free living and caring for her son who suffered a traumatic brain injury. 

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com Buzzsprout-8625685 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3948 home, family, homemaker, homemaking, debt-free living, military life, TBI, traumatic brain injury, caregiver, games, grandchildren, hospitality 2 1 full false Flexible Homemaking | Susan Macias Flexible Homemaking | Susan Macias Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

Season One Finale!  Today we wrap up our very first season of the Art of Home Podcast with a Homemaker Portrait of mom, author, speaker, and podcaster, Susan K. Macias.  We discuss how she learned the necessity of flexibility and adaptation during her 37-year homemaking career which included raising 7 children and moving 11 times in 20 years! Susan has a lot of insight and practical wisdom to share about practicing the Art of Home in all stages of life.

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  • The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer
  • What is a Family | Edith Schaeffer
  • Elisabeth Elliot Podcast
  • For the Children's Sake | Susan Schaeffer-Macaulay

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Season One Finale!  Today we wrap up our very first season of the Art of Home Podcast with a Homemaker Portrait of mom, author, speaker, and podcaster, Susan K. Macias.  We discuss how she learned the necessity of flexibility and adaptation during her 37-year homemaking career which included raising 7 children and moving 11 times in 20 years! Susan has a lot of insight and practical wisdom to share about practicing the Art of Home in all stages of life.

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  • The Hidden Art of Homemaking | Edith Schaeffer
  • What is a Family | Edith Schaeffer
  • Elisabeth Elliot Podcast
  • For the Children's Sake | Susan Schaeffer-Macaulay

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  • Mrs. Child, The American Frugal Housewife (Boston: Carter, Hendee, and Co., 1833), 11, 87, 116.


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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/flexible-homemaking-with-susan-k-macias Buzzsprout-8502517 Wed, 12 May 2021 01:00:00 -0500 4137 homemaking, homemaker, home, big family, military life, homeschool, prayer, unceasing, empty nest, Edith Schaeffer, Hidden Art, The Art of Home, Home is Art, adult children, We're Not Done Yet 1 6 full false Generational Homemaking | Karen Sheppard Generational Homemaking | Karen Sheppard Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

For this Homemaker Portrait, I chat with my friend, Karen Sheppard, about homemaking through generations. Karen is a veteran homemaker who has cultivated a place to belong not just for herself and her husband, but for her children and her grandchildren. Just as she was deeply influenced by her grandmother, Karen works to influence her grandchildren and hopefully, one day, her great-grandchildren. Her story  is a testimony to the value of investing in the future by practicing the art of home.

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For this Homemaker Portrait, I chat with my friend, Karen Sheppard, about homemaking through generations. Karen is a veteran homemaker who has cultivated a place to belong not just for herself and her husband, but for her children and her grandchildren. Just as she was deeply influenced by her grandmother, Karen works to influence her grandchildren and hopefully, one day, her great-grandchildren. Her story  is a testimony to the value of investing in the future by practicing the art of home.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/generational-homemaking-with-karen-sheppard Buzzsprout-8408236 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0500 4615 homemaker, homemaking, generations, home, grandchildren, adoption, the table, hospitality, budgeting, family values, chives bread, writing, memoirs 1 5 full false Joyful Homemaking | Joi Welch Joyful Homemaking | Joi Welch Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

This Homemaker Portrait  highlights Joi Welch of Back to Simple Home. We discuss her early homemaking efforts among college roommates, her years of homemaking while homeschooling, creative hospitality, and how she is currently making a home in her little 600 square foot cottage.

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  • Southern Living Magazine
  • Home Comforts; The Art and Science of Keeping House | Cheryl Mendelson

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This Homemaker Portrait  highlights Joi Welch of Back to Simple Home. We discuss her early homemaking efforts among college roommates, her years of homemaking while homeschooling, creative hospitality, and how she is currently making a home in her little 600 square foot cottage.

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  • Disciplines of the Beautiful Woman | Anne Ortlund
  • Southern Living Magazine
  • Home Comforts; The Art and Science of Keeping House | Cheryl Mendelson

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/joyful-homemaking-with-joi-welch Buzzsprout-8322538 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3622 homemaker, homemaking, cooking, hospitality, recipes, home, homeschool, organizing, simple living, cottage living, downsizing, empty nest, seasons 1 4 full false Compassionate Homemaking | Laurie Mott Compassionate Homemaking | Laurie Mott Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's Homemaker Portrait I talk with my friend, Laurie Mott, about compassionate homemaking.  We discuss her life as a military wife and mom of 4, including being a full-time caregiver for her special needs daughter.   Throughout Laurie's story runs the unmistakable thread of God's care and provision not just for her needs but also for her desire to have a home filled with beauty, peace, and love.

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In today's Homemaker Portrait I talk with my friend, Laurie Mott, about compassionate homemaking.  We discuss her life as a military wife and mom of 4, including being a full-time caregiver for her special needs daughter.   Throughout Laurie's story runs the unmistakable thread of God's care and provision not just for her needs but also for her desire to have a home filled with beauty, peace, and love.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast/episode/4b48c870/compassionate-homemaking-or-laurie-mott Buzzsprout-8227593 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3470 special needs, homemaking, homemaker, military, memories, hospitality, service, priorities, intentional, mother, brain damage, home 1 3 full false Simple Homemaking | Sandra Goforth Simple Homemaking | Sandra Goforth Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In today's Homemaker Portrait I talk with my friend, Sandra Goforth, about simple homemaking.

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In today's Homemaker Portrait I talk with my friend, Sandra Goforth, about simple homemaking.

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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/simple-homemaking-with-sandra-goforth Buzzsprout-8147075 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3373 homemaking, homemaker, simple, homeschool, hospitality, intentionality, thrift, prioritizing, margin, home 1 2 full false Hospitable Homemaking | Dana Schamberger Hospitable Homemaking | Dana Schamberger Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this Homemaker Portrait, we are chatting with my dear friend, Dana Schamberger, about her practice in the art of home.


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In this Homemaker Portrait, we are chatting with my dear friend, Dana Schamberger, about her practice in the art of home.


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]]> https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/hospitable-homemaking-with-dana-schamberger Buzzsprout-8122941 Thu, 11 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0600 4822 homemaking, hospitality, sabbath, homemaker, chronic illness, home, single parent, operation home cooking 1 1 full false Introduction | Start Here Introduction | Start Here Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.

In this inaugural episode you will meet your host, Allison Weeks, and hear about the why and the what of The Art of Home Podcast.

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