We loved our time with Jamie Erickson, author of "Homeschool Bravely"! Friends, if you’ve ever felt discouraged, worried you are ruining your kids, or lonely on this parenting and homeschooling journey, then this episode will be an encouragement to you! Before you dig into planning for the next year take a listen to the truths Jamie has to share with us. Connect with Jamie: Mom to Mom Podcast TheUnlikelyHomeschool.com homeschoolbravely.com  Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com  Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D 

In this episode Kendra has an encouraging conversation with author and mom of ten, September McCarthy.  September shares practical tips on ways to improve these long winter days.  We talk about pressing on during difficult times and the dual roles we play.  If you're questioning your choice or maybe others are this will be a great listen for you!  September is a joy to talk to and has such a heart for motherhood.  We know you will enjoy our conversation! Connect with September: Instagram.com/SeptemberAnne SeptemberMcCarthy.com   WhyMotherhoodMatters.com Show Notes: Check out our website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com  Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D 

In this episode we share how we’ve managed to survive 20 years together. There’s a hilarious story of our holiday “guests”, and we share about our 2019 Whole30 adventure.  www.Whole30.com -  We forgot to mention this, but we highly recommended the book "It Starts With Food" by Dallas and Melissa Hartwig  Show Notes: Check out our website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D 

In this episode we have a great laugh about Bob Ross and Winnie the Pooh while visiting the Smoky Mountains! Learn more about David’s connection with Garth Brooks. And finally Kendra shares why You are Enough and why that challenging kid may be in your life for a reason. Todd Wilson Lies Homeschooling Believe: https://smile.amazon.com/Lies-Homeschooling-Moms-Believe-Wilson/dp/1933858141/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_g5171374337?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8 E-mail or DM your questions/comments to us at [email protected]. Show Notes: Check out our website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D

We’re BA-AACK!!! Join us in our honest conversation about TV and screens and the changes we recently made for our family. Also, we share our summer and fall highlights and how we connect with our kids creatively (spoiler: it also counts as learning!). Welcome to season 2 of the Finding Beautiful Here Podcast where we intentionally look for beauty in the midst of parenthood. Whether it’s the sticky fingerprints on windowpanes that reminds you of the blessings of children underfoot or the sink full of dishes that serves as a reminder of the food you have to eat. Join us on our quest to find beauty in whatever season of parenthood you’re in.  E-mail or DM your questions/comments to us at [email protected].  Show Notes: Check out our website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com  Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere  [email protected]  findingbeautifulhere.com  Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D

In this episode we discuss standardized testing from Kendra's point of view as a previous educator, we talk about praising the Lord with our talents, and somehow end up just singing tunes from our latest musical obsession. E-mail or DM your questions/comments to us at [email protected]. Show Notes: Check out our new website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D

In this episode we discuss how our screen-free week affected our family culture and inspired us to live more intentionally. We also share some practical ways we have set boundaries with our devices to be more fully present with our kids and each other. Hear how our date night went using DateBox! Catch Kendra live on IG for further discussion April 12th at 2pm CST! E-mail or DM your questions/comments to us at [email protected]. Show Notes: If you want to try out DateBox, use this referral link for $10 off your first box! datebox.me/hL9bB Check out our new website at: www.findingbeautifulhere.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] findingbeautifulhere.com Theme song and transition music by Looperman R01D

Would you be brave enough to let photographers document a day in your life? Our guest today did just that! Today we are joined by fellow homeschool mom and Instagram inspiration, Brandi McIntosh. She guided us through her process of habit training with her kids from chores to routines which gives a sense of peace in the home. Find her beautiful account on Instagram for more! Show notes: "A Charlotte Mason Companion" by Karen Andreola (https://amzn.to/2IMJf72) "The Mission of Motherhood" by Sally Clarkson (https://amzn.to/2IMJgI8) Connect with Brandi: Instagram.com/Brandi.McIntosh https://brandimcintosh.com Connect with us: Instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere [email protected] Theme song & transition music by Looperman R01D

Join us for an incredible interview with Jennifer Pepito of ThePeacefulPress.com! Jennifer talks to us about the Joy to be found in homeschooling, dealing with difficulties, faith and parenting, and homeschooling from Preschool through High School. Lots of gold in this one! May you be encouraged! Show Notes: Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld How to Stop the Pain by Dr. James B. Richards Loving the Little Years by Rachel Jankovic The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New by Marty Machowski and Andy McGuire Connect with Jennifer: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com www.instagram.com/jenniferpepito Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/findingbeautifulhere *Giveaway details can be found on our instagram! Ends March 11, 2018 at midnight.

In this episode we discuss where our name Finding Beautiful Here came from and gratitude in the mundane. We introduce our new segment, "Nerding Out" in which we discuss a fabulous TED talk on creativity and how we can keep it alive in our kids! Lots of laughs in this one and of course there's singing. Enjoy! Episode Notes: Here’s our new kitchen light! https://www.worldmarket.com/product/large-capiz-lotus-pendant-shade.do TED talk by Sir Ken Robinson, Do Schools Kill Creativity? https://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity#t-94651 Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing! We're so excited about what's coming up! Like what you hear? Leave us a review and comment on Apple Podcasts! @findingbeautifulhere [email protected] Theme song & transition music by Looperman R01D