This week marks a significant day for our family. 25 years ago, James and I said, "I do" to each other.

While I believe that our marriages should be kept private, today's episode is about sharing the ways that I have personally sinned and caused harm to our marriage over the years. My hope is that it exposes and names areas that you may be struggling in, but the bigger mission is to encourage you to have a stronger marriage that glorifies God while you homeschool and raise your children.

I am thankful for His grace and mercy in our marriage and for the work of sanctification in my own life.

To God be the glory!

♥Leigh

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We've been duped by modern society to think that our children need to be entertained and provided with experiences because regular ordinary days are not enough.

But, when you get to the heart of a child and what childhood should be like, the ordinary really is extraordinary to them.

I know this episode is going to encourage you in the day to day of life as a homeschool mom. Give it a listen and share it with a friend!

♥ Leigh

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Wowzers! There is a lot going on in the homeschool world and I think you will relate so much to the questions in this episode.

And if you have not encountered these scenarios, you probably will. Give it a listen so when, one day, it becomes your reality, you've already thought it through and just then have to carry through.

Thank you for asking vulnerable questions for these Q&A's. I know that your willingness to share your story is helping other homeschool moms.

♥ Leigh

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The holiday season is upon us and as a homeschool mom, you may have a moment (or two...or more) of panic about all the things you feel need to happen these next few weeks.

Today's guest, Lyndsey Mimnaugh, of Treehouse Schoolhouse says that the holiday season can be a powerful time of discipleship with our children. It isn't one more thing to do, but rather THE focus this Christmas season.

She is sharing how to simply tie it all together into your day, as well as how to shift the focus from consumerism and chaos in your home to one of worship and connection instead.

Enjoy a hot cocoa while you listen to this episode!

♥ Leigh

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It really is that time to start thinking about Advent. That doesn't mean you need to decorate for Christmas if you are not ready for that yet. But, if you want to be intentional about the Advent season, it's time to figure out your plans.

Growing up, Advent wasn't anything more than a special reading and candle lighting at church on Sunday. But when we began homeschooling and I realized all the opportunities that I now had with my children, I knew that this could be a time of the year rich with the Gospel and the story of Jesus's birth.

That was over a decade ago and we continue to take the opportunity to grow in our faith each Christmas season as a Christian homeschool family.

Today, I am sharing a few tips that I learned along the way so you can embrace this time of the year!

♥ Leigh

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Have you noticed that you, the homeschool mom, sets the tone of the home? And as a homeschool family, this directly affects home education.

The autumn is a perfect time to be intentional about a few specific homemaking rhythms that can result in a more peaceful home and calmer homeschool days.

It doesn't require anything drastic or over the top. Choose even one of the tips that I share in this episode to help you and your family enjoy this time of the year.

Grab that hot cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa and snuggle in for the next few minutes!

♥ Leigh

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Wow! You came in hot with these questions today.

Here are my off the cuff comments and I hope that each gives you a place to begin and you take it from here. My only wish is that we could sit over a cup of coffee and discuss these in person.

Until then, happy listening and enjoy what's in your mug!

♥ Leigh

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Hanging over your head is the thought of writing a transcript for your high schooler. It sounds like an overwhelming task, but what if I told you that it isn't.

After 2 graduates and 1 who is close to that, I used to be in your shoes. I thought there was some special skill needed for this, but it turns out that anyone can do it: even me and you!

I have a few simple steps that will help you be prepared to write that transcript, so you can spend more time homeschooling than filling out a form. And stick around until the end for my final tips that will help you feel confident in this task.

Grab a pen and paper and take a few notes!

♥ Leigh

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