Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology

Jessica Waldock is a homeschooling mom of 1 quirky, creative kid. They pursue a lifestyle of learning filled with Morning Basket fun, gameschooling, and relaxed, interest-led homeschooling. This is a fun conversation you will be sure to enjoy whether you’re homeschooling one or a dozen! (Plus, hear my secret homeschool mom confession!) Show notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/jessica-waldock-interview/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Pam Barnhill is not only the Big Sister of Morning Time for many homeschooling families, but she’s also an author, podcaster, and homeschool speaker. Over the past couple years she’s also become my true friend! I was so tickled to be able to chat with her on this week’s Homeschool Conversations episode. We chatted about making homeschooling work for our individual families (that’s where “us-schooling” comes in) and we also talked about practical tips for integrating a Morning Basket into our homeschool day. Show Notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/morning-basket-pam-barnhill/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Don’t miss this conversation with Christine Zell, fellow homeschool mom and picture book aficionado! We discussed the joys of choosing what works best for our family and children, tips for stress-free homeschooling, and strategies for pursuing delightful rabbit trails from the books we read. Christine’s joy and enthusiasm is contagious! Show Notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/christine-zell-interview/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Difficult circumstances bring new sets of challenges to even healthy marriages. We’re all facing a unique brand of hard times right now, but every marriage will experience periods of challenge and difficulty. But we don’t face these challenges alone. I’ve been thinking recently about the promise of Jesus: “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) The truths of the Gospel bring hope and perspective to our most difficult circumstances. I’m joined today by Donna Westcott, the mother of one of my dear friends, a lover of Jesus, and a licensed professional counselor. Today we discussed ways to strengthen our marriages during hard times. Donna has a lot of wisdom to share in this interview, and you’ll really want to hear her practical encouragement, all founded on our hope in Christ. Show notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/strengthen-marriage-hard-times/

Have you ever wanted to just pack a bag, hop in the car with your family, and head out to find your own adventures on the road? Most of us stop with the daydream, but Megan and Daniel Tenney have made it a reality for their family of 6! Not only that, but they’re on a mission to equip other families to live this travel lifestyle, too. Their family isn’t rich, and they aren’t influencers. Can regular families with wanderlust really travel full-time? Check out this interview in the Homeschool Conversations series to learn more! Show notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/family-travel-tenney-interview/ Use coupon code AMY20 to get 20% off the Family Gap Year Guide Course: https://family-gap-year-guide.teachable.com/p/family-gap-year-guide/?product_id=1661920&coupon_code=AMY20&preview=logged_out 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Homeschooling high school can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially if you have out-of-the-box, creative teens. Can you really leave behind convention and homeschool high school in unique, effective ways? And can your high schooler get into a top-tier university if you take this unconventional approach to education? Heather Woodie says that you can, and she encouraged us to think outside-the-box in the latest interview in the Homeschool Conversations series. Show Notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-high-school-heather-woodie/

Back in the early days of online homeschool learning, I had the privilege of taking several liberal arts courses from Wes Callihan. Did your high school teachers recite the opening lines of the Iliad to you? From memory? In Greek? I bet not. No wonder his students love and respect Mr. C! When I began this Homeschool Conversations series, I knew I wanted to chat with Mr. Callihan and chat all things Great Books, Liberal Arts, Classical Christian Education, and more! Show Notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/wes-callihan-interview/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Bonus Episode! This interview was originally recorded in April 2020, right at the beginning of our experience with "Sequestered Sundays." I wondered: could we experience worship, rest, and joy...even while we were all staying home? But the thing that most struck me during this conversation? How we could basically have had this same conversation any other month of the year, stay at home orders or not! These are wise and helpful words for any Sunday situation. I hope it is an encouragement to you as you worship the Lord each week. Today I'm joined by a very special guest, Pastor Zachary Simmons. Not only is Zachary a wise and compassionate pastor who loves Jesus, but he's also my favorite brother (ok, so he's my only brother). I asked him to come speak to us today all about the Lord's Day: Why is Sunday unique and what's the point of setting it apart? How do we avoid zoning out and just consuming content while many of us are worshiping at home via screen (he actually had some things to say here that convicted me about the way I worship in my local physical church, too)? How can we still set Sunday apart, even if we aren't able to leave the house for corporate worship? Is rest even possible when all our kids are little? What about singles, widows, or those who worship alone? What are God's promises to us? And how can we as church members support and encourage our church leaders at this time? If you want to find out more about Resurrection OPC and Pastor Simmons, head to http://resurrectionopc.org/

“How do I start a homeschool book club?” If you’ve ever asked that question, you’re going to love this interview! My friend Mary Wilson is the queen of celebrating books and bringing the FUN to homeschool. Don’t miss the fabulous book club celebration tips she shares in this Homeschool Conversations episode! Plus, learn how to transform your mindset about being a “fun mom.” Show notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-book-club-mary-wilson/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/

Sibling conflicts can be one of the most disheartening, difficult aspects of homeschooling (or even just parenting in general). What’s a mom to do when she feels like homeschooling is ruining the relationships in her home? How do we get to the heart of parenting issues in the midst of full, complicated lives? My friend Lynna Sutherland is here to share her wisdom and experience as a homeschool mom of 8! There were so many gold nuggets in this conversation. I felt like I was getting my own personal therapy counseling session! I’ve typed up just the tip of the iceberg in the show notes. Show notes: https://humilityanddoxology.com/lynna-sutherland-interview/ 100 Morning Time Poems: https://humilityanddoxology.com/100morningtimepoems/