We’re reading the Christmas story with fresh eyes this year! Rebecca’s curiosity has her asking all the questions about details left unexplained. Did you know that Mary and Joseph experienced some holiday travel? Each of us have our own stories about getting from A to Z on planes, trains and automobiles. Have you ever traveled via donkey though? Every book or movie you’ve ever seen portrays this sweet couple and one lone donkey making the difficult journey to Bethlehem. What if they didn’t travel alone? One thing we do know that is God’s kindness is sprinkled throughout this beautiful story. Over and over we see God remind Mary, the mother of Jesus, that he was holding her near. Join us today as we laugh about thankful rolls gone wrong, travel catastrophes, donkey basketball and the kindness of God.

Mentions:

• FYI: Eating small amounts of paper is generally harmless, but it is better to avoid it, especially if it has ink on it. Paper has little to no nutritional value and is indigestible by the human body.
• Kate is the master of words so peach, who-haw and teetle-totter all describe Caroline’s baby-girl bottom.
• Donkey basketball is actually a thing! School districts take note; this would be a great team building activity for your teachers. HA!

Bible truth:

• The Christmas story is found in Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2
• Where did Zechariah and Elizabeth live? Most believe it was outside Jerusalem in the hill country. Mary could have traveled almost the same route to visit her cousin as she did when she made the Christmas journey with Joseph for the census. Read more here

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Did you ever sneak out to catch Santa in the act? REBECCA DID. She and Kate are talking all about creating the magical moments of Christmas by being present with our kids and slowing down when the world tells us to speed up. AND! The ladies are offering up some healthy Christmas competition during the month of December. Listen in to find out what they are competing over and check out our socials to vote for who you think will make it to the end.

Mentions:

• ‘The Christmas Shoes’ is not just a song, but a Hallmark movie too. Does it bring out strong emotion in you like it does in Kate? Read the story behind it here.
• Miniature Elf on the Shelf
• Star from Afar Christmas Activity Set

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Yall. We know Dax Shepherd does not play for the Cowboys. Listen in as we correct and re-visit some nonsense from episode 54 and take a deep dive into why gratitude matters and, while we have you with us, we’ll go ahead and offer a prayer of thanks to God together. Let’s jump in!

Mentions:

• Turkey gobblers are called SNOODS. What? More HERE
• Adult female turkeys are hens and young females are jennies
• Adult male turkeys are toms and young male turkeys are jakes
• Blog post on Gather Moms with all of the brain research about gratitude
• Verses about gratitude:
  • 1 Thessalonians 5:18
  • Philippians 4:6
  • Colossians 3:17
  • 2 Corinthians 2:9-11

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Thanksgiving is coming! What turkey day traditions and family favorites are you doing this year? Just like you clean out your closets; we’re cleaning out this upcoming holiday. Kate and Rebecca discuss everything from food to football and share what they would keep, toss or donate. With all the pandemic surprises over the last two years, there’s no wrong way to celebrate. Kate would choose ham over turkey and Rebecca would rather let Cracker Barrel do the cooking so there’s no cleanup. Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for God’s gifts so enjoy the moments, Mama! Let go of perfect tablescapes and multitudes of side dishes and appreciate the ones you call family. Wouldn’t it be fun if we could GATHER all of you for the biggest Thankful-potluck we could muster? One day in heaven, we’ll be doing just that!

Mentions:

• Lead pencils, don’t worry they’re not lead anymore. Read here!
• Hide thankful notes in your crescent rolls. Find instructions here.
• Dak Prescott is the Cowboys Quarterback. Dax Shepherd is an actor married to Kristen Bell. This doesn’t change the fact that the Cowboys are going to the Superbowl. Rebecca believes!
• Blog Post: Practicing Gratitude at Home

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We asked and you told us where you really need help. This episode answers your questions! Thank you for sharing your struggles and frustrations. Disclaimer: Kate and Rebecca are not perfect and don’t have it all figured out. We do offer some real help for your questions with insights, personal experiences and lots of understanding. We get you, MAMA! Join us as we share how to get kids to eat veggies, do their homework, and argue respectfully. We’re also tackling praying with our kids, time to yourself that isn’t covered in guilt and cell phones. Where do the answers to our questions ultimately come from? The word of God and Holy Spirit power. For REAL, we all need more of that!

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