In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, hosts Liz and Joey welcome bestselling author Melissa Ferguson, who shares her journey of balancing motherhood, writing, and homesteading. Melissa discusses her transition from a suburban lifestyle to living on a homestead in Tennessee, the challenges and joys of raising children while pursuing a writing career, and the importance of community in motherhood.

00:00 Introduction to Homesteading and Writing Journey
06:27 Navigating Motherhood and Writing
11:41 Transitioning from Suburbs to Homestead Life
22:01 Daily Life on the Homestead: Chores and Responsibilities
28:29 The Joys of Homesteading and Nature
39:01 The Importance of Communication in Parenting
48:50 Creating Opportunities for Growth and Responsibility
54:35 Rejection and Resilience in Writing
01:00:31 The Evolution of Melissa's Writing Career
01:07:50 Exploring New Genres: Children's Books and Mysteries

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