make joy normal: Catholics in the new springtime

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When kids lie - what are parents to do?!

here's the instagram post on lying I mention.

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Bravado. Toughness. When a child won't show their feelings, even thought we know they're there.  

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Cathy Jo Lang is a certified life coach and host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast. We discuss our journey in embracing the Catholic faith, navigating tragedy, and finding support in creating and attaining our goals. 

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indelible marks (blog post) 

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Elizabeth and I discuss boys and their tendency to play war-like games. Is it a cause for concern? Is it appropriate for boys being raised with Christian values? 

3:25 - Question from a listener 
6:41 - Elizabeth shares how she manages this issue in her home 
9:47 - Bonnie shares her comfort level with battles and weaponry in games 
13:12 - Could playing these games help our boys to develop virtue? 
15:04 - Finding them an outlet 
26:39 - Age appropriateness and book recommendation

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A Landscape with Dragons: The Battle for Your Child's Mind by Michael D. O'Brien 

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my take on it, some thoughts on choosing writing samples

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00:42 - Welcome Heather 
3:37 - The Baby Sleep Connection Podcast 
5:39 - What to do when spouse disagrees with bed sharing 
11:33 - Reducing the risk of sharing sleep space 
12:24 - Supporting the emotional and developmental needs of our toddlers 
19:11 - Counterwill and separation trauma
26:00 - Connection, feeling safe and unconditionally loved 
28:52 - Attachment and walking alongside our kids
38:27 - Safety tips for bedsharing when baby is mobile 

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There are some unique challenges that come with having a voracious reader on our hands - providing quality literature, vetting age appropriate content, giving them a challenge as necessary.  I share some ideas in navigating these concerns..

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Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them - an interview with author Cheri Blomquist (podcast)

Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them by Cheri Blomquist 

How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide for Intelligent Reading by Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren 

Teaching the Classics (Center For Lit)

A Landscape with Dragons: The Battle for Your Child's Mind by Michael D. O'Brien 

Honey for a Child's Heart by Gladys Hunt 

Books Children Love by Elizabeth Laraway Wilson 

Good Books for Catholic Kids (website) 

Let the Authors Speak by Carolyn Hatcher 

Common Sense Media: Book Reviews (website) 

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acting out and expectations 

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my take on it, interruptions free of charge

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This episode was recorded before I broke my wrist. That’s why I sound so normal.

Sofia joins me once again to discuss her newest venture into small business ownership. We discuss what makes a good shoe - comfort, flexibility, stability and all without sacrificing beauty for our little ones.   

OLIVE BRANCH CO - Artisan Leather Baby and Toddler Shoes 
~Enjoy 15% off with coupon code makejoynormal at checkout

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