

The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane
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This show is for women and men who want a happier home life. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don’t have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married more than 21 years and have three children. Inside this podcast, you’ll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to marriage and parenting. Get ready for fun and practical conversations that will change your thinking, give you hope, and spark positive change.
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Jul 17, 2017 • 13min
The Happiness Habit Part 2
Would your friends describe you as happy? In Part 2 of this message, The Happiness Habit, Arlene Pellicane teaches simple habits that will bring more happiness into your life.

Jun 13, 2017 • 20min
The Happiness Habit Part 1
Arlene shares Part 1 of her message, "The Happiness Habit." Based on her book 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife, you'll learn how to put a smile on your face even when you don't feel like it. Discover why happy is more about habit than happenstance.

May 13, 2017 • 17min
Drama Free with Cindi McMenamin
Speaker and author Cindi McMenamin joins Arlene to help us dial down the drama in our lives. Giving tips from her new book "Drama Free: Finding Peace When Emotions Overwhelm You," Cindi shows you: How to lessen the drama in your life What to do when a friend or family member offends you When it's not the right time to step in to help a friend Why self-care is important in reducing drama Find Cindi's checklist to being drama free at: StrengthfortheSoul.com

Apr 13, 2017 • 13min
Mother of the Year with Kendra Smiley
Author Kendra Smiley joins Arlene to give real encouragement to moms from her new book, "Mother of the Year: 365 Days of Encouragement for Devoted Moms." Kendra is a mother of 3 grown sons, and grandmother of 11. With humor and wisdom, Kendra shares heartwarming stories that teach valuable lessons about making the most of motherhood. Learn more at KendraSmiley.com

Mar 13, 2017 • 20min
Food and the Battle for Satisfaction with Asheritah Ciuciu
Do you struggle with food? Arlene interviews Asheritah Ciuciu about her new book, "Full: Food, Jesus and the Battle for Satisfaction." Learn how you can finally put food in its proper place and break the hold it may have on your heart and health.

Feb 13, 2017 • 14min
Romance Challenge with Sharon Jaynes
Author Sharon Jaynes joins Arlene to talk about her new book "A 14 Day Romance Challenge: Reigniting Passion in Your Marriage." You'll be encouraged to captivate your husband all over again. Find out why romance isn't just for Hollywood movies and how you can experience romance with your spouse more and more in everyday life.

Jan 17, 2017 • 15min
Live Full, Walk Free with Cindy Bultema
Does raising children in this current culture scare you sometimes? Wife and mom of four Cindy Bultema joins me to talk about raising godly kids in a godless society. Based on her new Bible study on 1 Corinthians, Live Full Walk Free, you'll learn how to: -Have tough conversations about pop culture -Share your past mistakes and sins in a redemptive way -Engage with the culture instead of running away from it -Embrace "shame off you" instead of "shame on you" -Make the Bible more a part of your everyday life as a busy woman Learn more about Cindy at CindyBultema.com

Dec 5, 2016 • 15min
Creating Christmas Traditions with Angie Mosteller
My friend author Angie Mosteller is here to help us recognize the godly symbols of the season (and how to pass on these treasures to our kids). Angie has a wonderful book titled, Christmas: Celebrating the Christian History of Classic Symbols, Songs and Stories. On the podcast, you'll learn: Why we decorate with Christmas trees A surprising story about the carol "O Holy Night" What to say to your kids about Santa What are two important criteria for whether or not you should put something on your Christmas activity list? Visit Angie's website at Celebrating Holidays to learn more about her book and find a ton of Christmas resources like Christmas playlists of Advent songs, stories, the meaning of symbols, and recipes.

Nov 14, 2016 • 16min
Joanne Miller on Creating a Haven of Peace
Joanne Miller, author of Creating a Haven of Peace, joins Arlene to talk about making your home a place of refuge and joy. In this busy, crazy world, wouldn't it be nice for your family members to come home and sigh with relief. This is where I'm safe. This is where I'm loved. On this podcast, you'll learn how to: - Create a strong marriage even with the busyness of being parents - How to use the five senses to make your home special -Start a new branch of your family tree, even if you were raised in a less-than-peaceful home -Benefit from the power of mentoring - Put more fun and less business in your family life - Practice family traditions that your kids will always remember Learn more about Joanne and Creating a Haven of Peace at www.JoanneFMiller.com And learn more about Joanne's husband Dan Miller at 48Days.com

Oct 5, 2016 • 14min
Hope for the Single Mom and Prodigals with Janet Thompson
Whether you need help as a single mom or encouragement with your prodigal children, this interview with author Janet Thompson will touch your heart and help you prioritize what is really important. You'll learn: -How to better journey through divorce and single parenting -How to pray for your prodigal child -The importance of woman-to-woman mentoring -What to do if you feel alienated by the church because you are divorced or a single parent -How to win the spiritual battles in your home


