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Scripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond23- Ether 13 — Hope Amid DestructionIn this episode, we read through Ether 13 together, pausing at each verse to reflect on what it teaches us. This chapter paints a powerful picture of both prophecy and loss—the promise of a New Jerusalem and the heartbreaking continuation of the Jaredite destruction. As we move through the verses, we’ll see how the Lord’s eternal promises shine even in the darkest times, and how faith and hope can survive when everything else is crumbling. Together, we’ll explore what these lessons mean for us today and how they remind us that God’s work of restoration is never f...
2025-10-2421 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E13 Essential Oils Made Simple: Real-Life Ways to Use Them Every DayIf your oils are gathering dust on a shelf, it’s time to bring them back to life. I’ll show you how to use essential oils in ways that actually fit your day—like freshening laundry, easing headaches, supporting hormones, or winding down before bed. You’ll also get my favorite roller ball recipes, diffuser blends, and natural cleaning tips. Simple, beautiful, and completely doable.Books and Resources mentioned:Get my free 7 day Reset Journal when you sign up for the newsletter here: https://edpursuits.kit.com/resetjournal1
2025-10-2446 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E12- The Obstacle Is Part of the PathLife is full of bumps, breakdowns, and unexpected setbacks — but what if obstacles aren’t detours, but part of the road itself? In this episode, I share stories from scripture and my own life that reminded me to expect resistance and trust God’s hand through it all. From Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall under attack, to Nephi refusing to give up on the brass plates, to my own recent migraine and even a broken-down SUV, I’ve been learning that God uses obstacles to protect us, teach us, and strengthen our faith. I’ll also share a simple journaling p...
2025-10-0326 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E:11- Cycle-Savvy Migraine Relief: Herbs, Nutrition, and Self-CareMenstrual migraines are more than just a bad headache—they’re a full-body experience that can knock you off your feet. In this episode, we dive into why they happen, what’s going on hormonally, and the natural ways you can support your body before, during, and after a migraine hits.We’ll explore common triggers, how to track your symptoms, and the power of nutrition, herbs, and gentle lifestyle practices for prevention and relief. If you’re ready to move beyond frustration and start working with your body instead of against it, this conversati...
2025-09-1934 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond22- Ether 12: Moroni on Faith, Weakness, and StrengthEther 12 is one of the most powerful chapters in the Book of Mormon, filled with Moroni’s teachings on faith. As we go verse by verse, we see stories of men and women who trusted God against impossible odds, and we hear Moroni’s own wrestle with weakness and the Lord’s answer that His grace is sufficient. This chapter invites us to look honestly at our struggles and see them not as failures, but as opportunities for God’s power to shine. Walking through Ether 12 is both humbling and inspiring—it reminds us that faith truly can move mountains...
2025-09-1842 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E10 - Gratitude in the Mess: Finding Blessings You Can’t Always SeeIn this episode of Messy but Meaningful, I share some personal stories that taught me the power of gratitude — from the time my arm was paralyzed and healed, to near-misses on the road, to the car trouble that reminded me how thankful I am for our new-to-us vehicle. Life is full of challenges, but sometimes the obstacles are invitations to notice what we’ve taken for granted.We’ll explore simple ways to practice gratitude in daily life — from journaling and affirmations to breathing exercises inspired by Joe Dispenza and Tony Robbins. I’ll talk hones...
2025-09-1238 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E9 - Daily Rhythms That Nourish Body, Mind & Spirit (Even in the Homeschool Hustle)How do you simplify life so things run smoothly — without having to overthink every detail? In this episode, we dive into the power of rhythms and routines to help you accomplish what matters most.We’ll explore self-care routines that keep you grounded, homeschool rhythms that give kids clarity and ownership, and household habits that make cleaning and decluttering feel more doable.Every family and every season is different, so don’t be afraid to experiment until you find what works best for you. Small rhythms really can create a big...
2025-09-0736 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond21- Ether 11: Prophets, Pride, and a People in DeclineEther 11 shows us a nation in constant turmoil—brief moments of righteousness followed by long stretches of wickedness and war. As we go verse by verse, we see the Jaredites slipping further into chaos, ignoring prophets, and repeating the same destructive cycles. It’s a sobering reminder of what happens when people harden their hearts, but it also points us to God’s patience and His desire to call His children back, again and again.
2025-09-0714 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond20- Ether 10, verse by verse- rising and falling of kingsAt first glance, Ether 10 might not seem like there’s a lot happening—we’re just reading about one king after another. But as we go verse by verse, we start to see the bigger picture of what kind of people the Jaredites really were. They were an advanced civilization, full of progress and prosperity, yet also weighed down by pride, corruption, and downfall. It’s sobering to walk through their ups and downs, and it makes us pause to think about what we can learn from their story—and how their choices echo in our own lives today.
2025-09-0522 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E8- Whole Foods, Whole You: A Simple Approach to Eating WellIn this episode, we’re cutting through the noise of trendy diets and nutrition fads to talk about what really matters: finding what works for you and your family. I’ve tried it all—keto, paleo, plant-based, raw, low-fat—and here’s what I’ve learned: every diet works for someone, but no diet works for everyone.We’ll explore the simple truths most approaches agree on—like the importance of whole foods, hydration, and gut health—and why protein, veggies, and minerals are your quiet powerhouses. I’ll also share thoughts on why supplements can help...
2025-09-0132 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond19- Ether 9: Power Struggles, Prophets, and the Pattern of PrideIn this verse-by-verse walk through Ether 9, we see the familiar cycle play out again: pride leads to downfall, humility opens the door to deliverance, and prophets cry repentance amid political chaos. This chapter is packed with lessons—about leadership, personal righteousness, and what happens when people reject the word of God. We talk about the role of prophets, the rise and fall of kings, and how sometimes the Lord uses unlikely people to accomplish His purposes. It’s a messy chapter full of warnings, but also hope. Join me as we unpack it together, one verse at a time.
2025-08-2816 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E:6- Refilling Your Cup: A Fresh Look at Mom Self-CareThis is the first episode in a new Messy but Meaningful series on self-care for moms—and we’re kicking things off with real talk. What is self-care, really? And how do you find time for it when your days are already packed with kids, chores, and constant demands?I share a personal story, the truth about what happens when we don’t take care of ourselves, and why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. We’ll explore the many forms self-care can take: from food, movement, and quiet time to journaling, hobbies, and routines t...
2025-08-0735 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E7- From Scattered to Still: How Presence Reconnects You with God (Self Care Series pt. 2)In this first deep-dive episode of the Messy but Meaningful Self-Care Series, I share a turning point in my own healing—a time when I was burnt out, spiritually dry, and weighed down by life. A friend (and therapist) introduced me to Come to Your Senses by Dr. Stanley Block, and it completely shifted how I approached my inner world.I began learning to be present—not just in a vague sense, but as a practiced skill. Stanley teaches how to notice the “requirements” our minds create—the subconscious programming and thought loops we live by wi...
2025-07-3028 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and BeyondS1:E18- Ether 8: Verse-by-Verse – Secret Combinations and the Fall of NationsIn today’s episode, we take a slow, thoughtful walk through Ether chapter 8, reading it verse by verse and pausing to reflect on its powerful warnings and themes.This chapter contains some of the strongest language in the Book of Mormon about secret combinations, the pursuit of power, and the destruction that follows when a people forget God. As we move through each verse, we’ll explore: • The rise of secret oaths and societies in ancient times • How these patterns mirror what we see in the world today • What it me...
2025-07-2218 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E5 - 100% Spelt, Everyday Simple: My Go-To Sourdough RoutineIn this episode, I’m sharing the real-life rhythm of how I make my everyday sourdough bread using 100% spelt flour. This is the bread I bake again and again—nourishing, simple, and forgiving enough to fit into real life with kids, chaos, and all.I’ll walk you through how I prep my starter (yes, it lives in the fridge most of the time), how I mix the dough more like a batter and let time do the work, and how I use fresh-milled spelt or grind it in batches to keep it easy.
2025-07-1828 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E:4- My Weeds Are Medicine: What I Learned When a Friend Ate The Weeds in My YardWhat if the medicine your body needs is already growing between the cracks of your sidewalk?In this episode, I share the time my friend started admiring my weeds and asked if she could have some! That moment made me realize that all the herbs I was buying at the store were real live beautiful actual plants, some of which were growing right in front of my eyes!! I started blending clovers and dandelions into my smoothies the next day! (spoiler: they’re bitter, and yes, I learned the hard way)....
2025-07-1036 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond17- Lessons from Ether 7: Kings, Pride, and ConsequencesIn this episode, we read through Ether 7 together, pausing along the way to reflect on the stories, themes, and spiritual insights found in each verse. This chapter highlights the rise of secret combinations, pride, and cycles of righteousness and rebellion—and offers plenty to think about in our own time.Whether you’re studying the Book of Mormon for the first time or just want a thoughtful companion as you read, this episode offers a simple, reflective walk through the scriptures—one verse at a time.
2025-07-0309 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS2:E3 You're Doing Better Than You Think!In the thick of everyday life, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling short. But friend, you’re doing better than you think.In this encouraging episode, I share honest stories from my own messy, beautiful journey raising eight kids—moments of doubt, grace, and growth. You’ll hear a heartfelt mix of personal experiences, scripture, and reflective questions designed to help you pause, notice your progress, and reconnect with what truly matters.This isn’t about perfection. It’s about giving yourself credit, finding purpose in the mess, and...
2025-07-0330 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastS:2 E:2 - The Power of Positive Affirmations: Change Your Thoughts, Change Your LifeIn this episode, we explore positive affirmations—why they work, how they help rewire the subconscious mind, and the power they have to shift your internal dialogue. You’ll learn how repeating intentional, encouraging phrases can actually create new neural pathways and help replace negative thought patterns as you become more aware of them. Whether you’re new to affirmations or looking to deepen your practice, this episode offers practical insights and gentle encouragement to help you speak life over yourself—one thought at a time.Thanks for listening! I hope your day is awesome...
2025-06-2531 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastMessy But Meaningful (formerly EdPursuits Podcast) Season 2 Episode 1In this first episode, I’m sharing why I’ve rebranded the podcast from EdPursuits to Messy but Meaningful—and what this new direction is all about.If you’ve ever felt like life is beautifully chaotic, like you’re trying to do it all but still want to stay grounded in what truly matters, this space is for you. I’m here to cheer you on, offer encouragement, and help you find peace and purpose in the everyday mess. Plus you're probably doing better than you realize!!You’ll hear a bit...
2025-06-1921 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond16-Testimony of 3 Witnesses - Wanting a King - Ether 5-6We discuss a bit about the book of Mormon itself, the incredibly difficult journey of the Jaredites in closed vessels across the ocean for almost an entire year, and their desire for a king. Oh the foolishness of men- Helaman 12.
2025-06-1126 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond15- Ether 4 - Faith as the Brother of Jared, there is more when we BelieveIn this episode we discuss Ether 4. There's a lot about faith, the coming of the sealed portion, the book of Revelation and how to determine what is truth. We also discuss Matthew 23 because I had recently read it to my boys and there were some things to think about in there too that related!
2025-05-2532 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond14- Ether 2-3 - Building Barges and Moving to the Promised LandWe talk about the Brother of Jared getting instructions on building the barges to come to the promised land. He sees the Lord and is given a vision of the the whole world from beginning to end and information about the Promised Land.
2025-04-0432 min
Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast49- Getting ready for Spring on the homesteadWe are planting seedlings, capturing chickens and getting ready for bees. Hopefully we're able to follow through and not get too tired! We're plugging along with school and trying to declutter too! Hopefully it will make you feel encouraged too, we all just do the best we can!
2025-04-0413 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond13- Ether chapter 1 - the JareditesIn this chapter we read Ether chapter 1 and go over it verse by verse. I never really noticed before how Jared and his brother got to bring their friends and family with them. Also the Lord answered their prayers, but they had to ask first!
2025-02-2022 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast48- Following up with Homeschool Work and Motivating KidsIn this episode we talk about how important it is to follow up on the homeschool assignments we give our kids. Whenever you require more from your kids, it can be hard for them to make the transition to doing more than before. There may be complaints and feet dragging, but if you persevere and follow up with them before they are allowed to do the fun things, then they will know you are serious and adjust to the new schedule!
2025-02-2019 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast47- Language Learning- French, Spanish- experiences living in Mexico and FranceI share my experiences and thoughts on learning languages basically from my own experience and the experiences of my family. I spent 5 years in Mexico as a child and almost 4 years in France as an adult. The biggest thing is to listen so you can get used to the sounds of the language and to just keep trying!!
2025-02-2026 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast46- Menstrual Migraines and a Healthy MindsetIt turns out that that migraines and all kinds of issues can come up because of hormone fluctuations during the menstrual cycle. It's so helpful to really pay attention to your body and to start to find things that help. It's also important to be gentle with ourselves and keep up hope that we will find solutions.
2024-11-2440 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond12 - 2 Nephi 32-33 Enter in the gate, and walk the Narrow PathWe talk about the clear doctrine of Christ, receiving the Holy Ghost, receiving answers to problems and questions, feasting upon the words of Christ, praying and more. Nephi is so clear and loving in calling us to repent and to follow Jesus.
2024-11-2430 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast45- Winter Garden plans and HousekeepingIn this episode we talk about bringing some plants back inside. We talk about kitchen routines and finding the fortitude to clean the kitchen before bed- and a few other things. I hope to be keeping you good company!
2024-11-1619 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast44- My October Garden, Holy Basil and an Herb Garden I visitedThe frost has come, but lots is still going on in the garden. We talk about which plants froze, which are still growing strong and lots about herbs and how to use them. I met a cool lady who grows a lot of herbs and dries and sells them. She also sells salves and tinctures and gives health consultations. I learned a little, she was very informative and interesting. It was really fun to see all her plants- and most of her plants were fine because she covered them all with mulch and sheets.Here is her...
2024-10-2919 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond11- 2 Nephi 31 - The Doctrine of Christ- following His example and enduring to the endWe talk about 2 Nephi 31, we go slowly verse by verse and discuss the doctrine of Christ, the baptism of Christ- and how we should follow Him even in baptism and finally, endure to end- keep going- feast upon the words of Christ!
2024-10-2823 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond10- 2 Nephi 29-30 - A Dangerous Attitude, Division and the MillenniumWe discuss 2 Nephi 29-30. More on the coming forth of the Book of Mormon, the Bible and the Jews, the Lost tribes, and the Millennium. The scriptures are amazing!!
2024-10-1133 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast43- Everyday Stuff - Funny Papers, Sourdough and Homeschooling is Hard (Math)In this episode we talk about incorporating sourdough easily even though it can be hard at first. I go into more detail on how we homeschool. It is hard, but worth it. Also focus on what you're doing right, and what strengths your kids have instead of just where you lack. That can really help get through the tough times when you think you're doing it wrong!!
2024-10-1120 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast42- Mindset Series- HumilityIn this episode we talk about what true humility is- it's in our actions rather than the fake outter humility people often think is humility. It's recognizing that we can always learn more and improve- it's a really good thing to strive for and to teach our children to strive for!
2024-10-0809 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast41- Planning a dance and other Social Activities for HomeschoolersIn this episode we talk about the logistics of planning dances and other social activities for homeschooled kids. The basic thing to do is to schedule the place and time. It helps to talk to people to make sure you have some people who will be there for sure. And then go from there!
2024-10-0218 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond9- Foolishness of Men, 2 Nephi 28, Helaman 12In this episode we delve deeper into human nature and how easily people are fooled into believing they are better than others, chosen by God and thus don't actually have to do anything they don't want to do. But we are missing the whole point when we get caught in those traps!! We are all broken and humility allows us to change, pride does not. When we come to the Savior, He relieves our burdens and our sorrows and we can bask in His redeeming love! No need to constantly find reasons why we don't need to repent.
2024-09-2445 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast40- Homeschooling the Younger Kids and Mindset Matters: the Deserve It FactorIn this episode I talk about finishing up my homeschooling career. I still have a few years left, but my youngest is 12 and my 5th child is headed out to college. None of it is new for me anymore, but we have to keep going! It is a grind and I have to make sure to keep on task.For Mindset Matters today we talk about understanding your strengths and weaknesses and making plans to improve and progress.Thanks for listening!
2024-09-2425 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast39- Sourdough Bread BakingIn this episode I talk about baking sourdough bread regularly. I've found 2 recipes that I really love and they have been fairly easy to incorporate into my schedule- I just have to do it on days that I'll be home.Here are the 2 recipes I've been using with great and consistent results: https://edpursuits.com/blog/2024/09/22/my-everyday-sourdough-bread-recipes/
2024-09-2218 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast38- Homesteading is not just Self Reliance- buy local, learn skillsIn this episode we talk about how homesteading is not just trying to become self sufficient because that is almost impossible, but it's more about learning skills, supporting your local farmers and understanding where our food comes from and how to produce some of it. This is a basics discussion which will hopefully encourage you to go ahead and try something new, and encourage you to keep trying even when things don't go so well!
2024-09-1621 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond8- Translation of the book plus Sealed portion, D&C 3, 2 Nephi 27 and Isaiah 29We go over the history of Joseph Smith receiving the plates, beginning the translation process, asking for feedback from experts, losing the 116 pages of manuscript and then compare 2 Nephi 27 with Isaiah 29 and the infamous retort of I cannot read a sealed book. If you enjoy pondering on what the scriptures actually say, then you will enjoy this podcast because we read a lot of verses!
2024-09-151h 13Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast36- Mindset Series - AdaptabilityIn life, there will always be something that goes wrong, and we have to be adaptable unlike all the extinct animals! Every year is different, it's important to be ready to make changes and adjust plans as needed!
2024-08-2611 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond7- 2 Nephi 26 and Mormon 8 - The Last DaysIn this episode we compare the writings of Nephi and Mormon and what they both say about our time. They both talk about the coming forth of the Book of Mormon and how it will be as if speaking from the dust. They also talk about churches, secret combinations and pride, as well as other things like priestcraft and studying the words of Isaiah.
2024-08-2657 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and BeyondScriptures Study Podcast IntroWhat will be discussing and why? I'm a happily married mom of 8 children. I love the Book of Mormon, there's a lot to talk about in it! I graduated from BYU in Horticulture Science and Spanish. I've been a stay at home mom and I've homeschooled my kids most of the time. My four oldest are out of the house, 2 are serving missions, 1 is married and graduated from BYUI and a returned missionary, and my other 1 is a returned missionary working on her degree. My next 4 at home include a set of 14 year old twins and my youngest is 12...
2024-08-2601 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast35- Raising Strong Resilient Kids in Your HomeschoolKids need to be challenged in order to grow, improve and build their confidence. This comes naturally to some kids and others have to be pushed a little.
2024-08-1213 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond5- 2 Nephi 25 - Isaiah, Israel and the lawIn this episode we read the verses from 2 Nephi 25 and talk about the importance of studying Isaiah, the Jews missing the Savior when He came due to their over observance of the law and missing the point, and then we talk about the gospel and following our Lord Jesus Christ who loves us so very, very much!
2024-08-1241 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast34- Walking and NEAT for getting those chores doneWe talk about how great walking is and how many steps you can actually get in while doing your chores!!
2024-08-0407 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond4- Faith Alma 32, Hebrews 11We talk about Alma's excellent sermon on faith being like a seed that we have to care for, and many of the great examples of faith in Hebrews 11.
2024-08-0438 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond3- Pride, the Rameumpton and Prayer- Alma 31We go over Alma 31, how the word of God is more powerful than the sword, what the Zoramites were doing, how they had become full of pride and what pride leads to. We talk about Alma's reaction, his prayer for strength and for his companions and how that prayer was answered . We reference D&C 10:5, Mosiah 3:19 and Matthew 15:8-9.
2024-07-2829 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast32- Homeschool Classes and Co-opsWe talk about different classes and co-ops and the way we did writing and geography last year. It went so well, we're adding Logic, Biology and Music this year!
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2024-07-2812 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond2- Humility, Lowliness of Heart- first part of Alma 32Alma 32: 1-17 A group of people were cast out of the synagogues they had built because of of their poverty and their poor clothing. This made them humble and open to seeking the Lord. There are some interesting observations to talk about in these less discussed verses! Thanks for listening!
2024-07-1321 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast30- Helping your kids master musical instruments and how to host a recitalWe talk about exposing our kids to different kinds of music and making it fun. The different experiences of my kids in their musical education and how our recitals work!
2024-07-0623 minScripture Study: The Book of Mormon and Beyond1- Charity- Matthew 22, 1 Corinthians 13 and Moroni 7We discuss 3 passages of scripture that discuss the concept of charity. I hope you are reminded of these great principles!!
2024-07-0634 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast29 - Gratitude, Modeling it, teaching itWe talk about gratitude, Pollyanna, Victor Frankl and the Come to your Senses book by Stanley Block. Gratitude is such a powerful tool in healing and in living a happy life. Life gives us plenty of opportunities to practice gratitude when things go wrong and even when they don't. Let's always be grateful!!
2024-06-0929 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast28- Comfrey, walking and poison ivy!We talk about the benefits of comfrey in the garden and as a medicinal plant. We talk about how awesome walking is and how great hikes are. And finally a bunch of information about poison ivy- how to avoid it, how to treat it and how some people have no reaction to it at all!
2024-05-1920 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast27- What Spring Gardening Tasks We've been doing and what the chickens leave aloneI just go through the list of different plants I have growing and how yhey are doing. I planted a few things in the fall and covered them with insect netting, some of my early planted seeds died probably needed water. I talk about my different seedlings and planting onions and potatoes- I'm in zone 6 in the Ozarks- so gardening is a bit difficult here! I hope your garden is great!
2024-03-1723 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast26. Teaching mindset for teens with Tai LopezI love self development and entrepreneurship! Tai Lopez has done an excellent job of boiling down and teaching important life lessons that apply to all of us. He validates our religious teachings in a non religious, logical way that helps young people understand what matters and what to expect in life. It has been such a great program for all my kids, and myself! Thanks Tai!! Check out the 67 steps here! He's revamping the program- totally worth it!! https://tailopez.com/podcast67steps
2024-03-1019 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast25. How to run a Successful Homeschool Geography FairWe recently held a geography fair and it went really really well! All the kids worked hard on their displays and really learned a lot. We talk all about it in this episode!
2024-03-0312 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast24. Meal Planning with whole foods from scratchWe talk about a few different recipes and how nice it makes it to always have certain foods on hand- like sourdough starter for crepes, pancakes, pan breads and sourdough bread. Also beans and bone broth are great to use in many recipes. We also talk about spelt breads, kefir and salads. We may need a part 2!
2024-02-2528 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast23. The Birth Order Book and The Explosive ChildWe talk about the main points learned from the Birth Order Book by Kevin Lehman. And that only took about 7 minutes, so we moved in to talk about The Explosive Child and how to listen to your kids and help them work through issues as they arise.
2024-02-1820 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast22- Amazing Faith Building Story, Charity, Compassion and PrayerSo there was an amazing story of a double rescue off the coast of Mexico that I've been sharing with friends all week. It has strengthened my faith in the Lord and built my trust in Him. That's one of the most important life lessons for us and our kids too! Charity, kindness, forgiveness, compassion and faith are all part of that too!! Thanks for being here!
2024-02-1119 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast21. Gardening- Spring, Cool weather crops, and starting seedsWe talk about gardening in general and how it can be a frustrating experience, but to be thankful for everything you learn from it and thankful for every little bit of food you grow! Some things grow well one year and then not another, but it's still fun and very useful. Get ready to start planting inside or out or both! Tis the season!
2024-02-0421 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast20. The Importance of Positive Self TalkWe talk about how important positive self talk is for our health, as are positive social interactions. Gratitude journaling and positive affirmations can help. Also just noticing negative self talk can change things for you. Once we have helped ourselves and practiced these skills we will be able to help our kids with their perfectionism and fear of failure too.
2024-01-2817 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast19. How to make Friends and run a successful Homeschool Group or Park DayI talk about the different play groups and co-ops we've participated in over the years. Also different ways to find friends for your kids and how to manage when there are no friends, especially in the teenage years.
2024-01-2124 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast18- Thoughts on the new year and planning - in the car bad audioIn this episode, we talk about planning and the many things to balance as a homeschool mom. Figuring out what to focus on, what is most important and what upcoming projects we may be working on- also some self care and other stuff!
2024-01-0734 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast17-When Your Kids Grow Up and Become Independent like You Raised them to Be- Happy/Sad, Bittersweet!We are going through a transition with adult children going off to do their things, lots of paydays and happiness, but also some adjusting to the new dynamics! Enjoy every phase of life and if you are in the raising kids phase, hold them close!!
2023-12-2422 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast16. Treating headaches and general sickness/cold/flu naturallyWe talk about herbs such as cayenne, green tea, turmeric and garlic helping to relieve headaches and other aches and pains. Ginger is fantastic also. Make sure the patient is able to rest and relax. Fire cider and elderberry syrup are super helpful for pretty much any ailment. Also honey infused with garlic and onions is great!
2023-10-1511 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast15. Teaching Economics to Kids in your HomeschoolEconomics is such a valuable thing to understand. The world makes so much more sense when we understand a few fundamentals of economics and some vocabulary.
When my husband who has a BA in Economics couldn't find a course he liked for our kids, he wrote this one. It is called Economics for Kids by Ryan Semerau and it is sold on amazon. All our kids have really enjoyed learning about it from this workbook.
I hope this helps!
amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Economics-Kids-economics-explained-understand/dp/B09C1FLGLH/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=economics+for+kids&qid=1696131879&sr=8...
2023-10-1516 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast14. Baking with SourdoughIn this episode we talk about sourdough, what it is and how to use it. We talk about baking 100% whole grain breads, pancakes, muffins, crepes and pan bread.
2023-10-0117 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast13. Healthy Living Book Review: The Body Doesn't Lie by Vicky VlachonisWhat I learned from the book the Body Doesn't Lie by Vicky Vlachonis. I really like lemon water, it's important to stay hydrated, the Tibetan rejuvenation exercises and morning glory routine feel good. Watch our thoughts, feed ourselves with positivity, be grateful, love our bodies and more!
https://www.amazon.com/Body-Doesnt-Lie-Program-Positively-ebook/dp/B00DB39U9K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2M3UWXOQAFWJU&keywords=vicky+vlachonis&qid=1695527739&sprefix=vickyvlachonis%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1
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2023-09-2416 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast11. Losing Weight with Hayley Pomroy's booksI share a bit about my weight loss struggles and what I've learned from some different programs. I talk about Hayley Pomroy's books and how they helped me. Her program is the only one I've lost any weight on, although I've learned and benefited from every health program I've tried. Pomroy has 4 books with slightly different programs that are all very helpful in different ways.
2023-09-2432 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast12- How to put a bum homeschooling week into perspectiveSome weeks we just flat out won't get everything done that we'd like to finish!! And that's ok. It's important to remember that we are still making progress and still moving forward even when kids get sick or injured or other things come up. I'm going to start using my planner again and make sure I take care of myself and not get so caught up in projects! Thanks for listening!
2023-09-2421 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast10. Teaching History in your HomeschoolWe use Story of the World by Susan Wise Bauer, Yesterday's Classics, and Great Courses for our history foundation. Along with those we do lots of reading and field trips. We go into depth on some of the best books and resources out there! :
2023-09-1630 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast9. Teaching Spelling in your HomeschoolWe talk about a few different resources and how to use them to help your child with spelling. The one we've used the most is Spelling Power. We've also used The Natural Speller and the phonics games from latter day family resources. We also mention The Birth Order Book by Kevin Lehman.
2023-09-0518 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast8. Can You Really Homeschool? Yes you can!In this episode we talk about what kids really need to learn and do and how you can tailor your homeschool to them and on the things they need. We also talk about some of the downsides of the government schools and how you can always send your kids back if homeschooling doesn't work out. But chances are that if you try homeschooling, you'll probably really enjoy it!
2023-08-2724 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast7. Self Care for the Homeschool MomIf you are not being cared for, you will not be able to care for others. You cannot pour from an empty cup. It can be hard to do, but it's important to exercise, drink enough water, get enough sleep, have meaningful relationships, take time to be still and calm and to heal. Things will work out!!
2023-08-1335 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast6. Group TimeWe talk about which subjects to study together and which ones to study individually. We talk about a few different resources for the different subjects and how it goes!
2023-07-2910 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast5. Vision Therapy and homeschoolingWe talk about vision therapy, who it's for, how it can help and how to implement it into your homeschool.
2023-07-2911 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast4. Speech Therapy and the letter "r" for little and big kidsWe share our experience with speech therapy and learning to pronounce the American "r" sound. Start anything new with something quick and easy and then work up to more challenging exercises.
2023-07-2913 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast3. John Taylor Gatto- Stay CuriousIn this episode, we talk about how John Taylor Gatto was able to describe the public school system and how that can help you determine what kind of values you want to emphasize in your homeschool. Gatto emphasized the importance of alone time and allowing people to accomplish goals by learning through doing.
2023-07-2917 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast2. Homeschool Schedules-fitting it all inHow to schedule your homeschool, rest times, activities, playdates, and cleaning. Also motivating kids to do their work and which subjects to do one on one and which to do as a group. Go to edpursuits.com to learn more!
2023-07-0923 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living PodcastEd Pursuits Podcast TrailerThings we'll be discussing on this podcast- homeschooling, homesteading and healthy living! I hope it will be be encouraging and helpful in your noble endeavor!! Go to edpursuits.com to learn more!
2023-07-0900 minMessy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) - Homeschooling Homesteading Healthy Living Podcast1. Common Homeschooling MethodsWe talk about the different ways to homeschool- school at home, unschooling, classical, Charlotte Mason, Christian and secular. We talk about John Taylor Gatto, public schools, what to be sure to do every day and how to decide what to teach and how to best help your children learn. Go to edpursuits.com to learn more!
2023-07-0926 min
The Homeschool Music Collective PodcastMusic education and Homeschool: Get 2 perspectives with Amber and Ann Marie SemerauWhat a treat it is to speak with mother and daughter, Amber and Ann Marie Semerau, in today’s podcast! Ann Marie is a pianist and composer and Amber taught her all the way through school. Amber talks about why they chose not to give Ann Marie formal music education. Ann Marie talks about her experience and how being given the time to dabble and play with her passion has opened doors for her. Listen to get some perspective on the end game of homeschooling and seeing the results of the work of love that homeschooling can be.Ann...
2020-11-3039 min
Homeschool Success Stories11 - Don't Worry, You Can Homeschool! with Terri HedrickThis is another great episode- Terri shares a plethora of knowledge ad experience with us. Not only has she been homeschooling for years, but she has also helped many other homeschoolers on their journeys!Terri Hedrick is an author, sought-after...
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2020-09-161h 02
Homeschool Success Stories10- Boat Schooling, Consistency and Exploring the World with Jaana PenttilaBio :We are a family of five and we live on our 53 ft sailing boat sailing around the world very slowly.This year is the 8th year living onboard.The children are 13, 10 and 8 years old and have been boat schooled all this time.The journey started in...
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2020-07-281h 04
Homeschool Success Stories9- World Schooling and Preparing Your Kids for Life with Lona RodriguezLona Rodriguez is a homeschooling mother to six kids (23, 20, 19, 13, 11 & 8), one a Harvard graduate pursuing her PhD, one a cosmetologist with her Associates degree, one is a musician who also trains in the family business, and three TBD! She’s...
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2020-07-161h 10
Homeschool Success Stories8 - Being Open and "In Tune" with Your Child's Needs with Julie PolancoJulie gives us lots of good, juicy, practical advice for homeschooling. She shares her story and how her son refused to read, so she had to adjust her approach completely. She describes exactly what she did and how her son eventually learned to read....
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2020-07-071h 10
Homeschool Success Stories7 - Homeschooling to Keep Your Child's Curiosity Alive with Audry WinstonAudry Winston has 4 kids ages 20, 18, 10 and 7. She homeschooled the first two for most of elementary and middle school, and is currently homeschooling the second two. They are secular eclectic homeschoolers. Her eldest is entering his senior year at...
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2020-06-221h 02
Homeschool Success Stories6- Homeschooling as a Public School Teacher, Plus a Look at the Schools and How to Make Your Homeschool SuccessfulCheryl Trzasko has homeschooled her own children from the start with an eclectic mix of unschooling, classical, and other methods. Her oldest two have graduated high school as homeschoolers. Both earned college credit in high school. One was accepted by...
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2020-06-031h 02
Homeschool Success Stories5- Homeschooling on the Road and Being Adaptable with Tiana KubikTiana Kubik has a Bachelor of Science in Family Community Services from Michigan State University and a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from the Erikson Institute, in Chicago, IL. She was a teacher for Pre-K-Kindergarten for almost 10...
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2020-05-2357 min
Homeschool Success Stories4- Unschooling / Worldschooling / Homeschooling with 2 kids - Ashley KimAshley Kim is a home/un/worldschooling mother of two. She has a BS in biology, an MA in Environmental Education, and works as a life coach for moms with rage.Homeschooling experience: We started home/unschooling in November 2016 after moving from Nevada...
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2020-05-1752 min
Homeschool Success Stories2 - Success with Academics in Homeschooling - with Meryl van Der MerweMeryl van der Merwe homeschooled her 4 children and has taught at a homeschool co op for 10 years. She is a computer programmer by training who loves traveling and reading. She is the founder of Fundafunda.com .Her kids have all moved on from...
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2020-05-1743 min
Homeschool Success Stories3- Homeschooling in a Military family with 10 kids - Rebecca LoertscherThis is a great interview with Rebecca Loertscher. Four of her ten children have moved on to college and a fifth will start fall of 2020. Her oldest is working on a PhD. Loertscher teens that have taken the ACT did well on the English portions, which...
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2020-05-171h 06
Homeschool Success Stories1- Eclectic Homeschooling and Finding What Works for You! - with Amber SemerauAmber is a mother of 8 children ages 21 - 7. She decided to homeschool after meeting some amazing homeschoolers while at college. Her kids have also attended public school in the USA and France, they have done online school and part time school as...
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2020-05-171h 10
Homeschool Success StoriesTrailer for Homeschool Success StoriesAmber will be interviewing homeschool moms. They talk about their experiences, activities, schedules, curriculum, philosophy, travels and much more. Join us for inspiration, encouragement and new ideas!If you would like to be a guest on the show,...
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2020-05-1703 min