Simple Farmhouse Life

Navigating the topic of screen time as a mom in today’s world can definitely be overwhelming.  Joy is a fellow mom of seven, and she has a passion for helping families put down the screens and enjoy the beauty of life outdoors through her nature study resources.  In our conversation, we address the feeling of overwhelm moms experience when outdoor time seems like just one more task to add to their already full plate.  Rather, Joy encourages us that time spent outdoors can become a natural part of the daily rhythm that brings richness and joy to the whole family.  If you have a goal of less screen time and more nature time this summer, don’t miss this episode!

Join us as we discuss:

Getting your kids outside doesn’t have to be one more thing on your to-do list

Creating an outdoor family culture even if you have a small yard

The importance of free play and allowing kids to be bored

Helping our kids learn to be intentional with how they use their time

Getting things accomplished without putting kids in front of screens

Finding ways to get outside in extreme weather + screen-free indoor activities

Setting an example for our kids with our own screen time habits

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RESOURCES

Screen-Free Kids: Get Outside Challenge

Screen-Free Guide to the Outdoor Life of Children (Inspiration for the Mother-Teacher)

Nature Study Resources

CONNECT

Joy Cherrick of Nature Study Hacking | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Podcast

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You all have been asking me to bring Jessica on the podcast, and I know you won’t be disappointed in our conversation!  As a mother of eight and homesteader, Jessica is well-versed in many aspects of motherhood and homemaking.  We sat down to answer your questions about food preservation, minimizing food waste in your home, priorities and perspective in difficult seasons of motherhood, and more.  Join us for this inspiring discussion about some of our favorite topics!

In this episode, we cover:

Preserving the harvest and efficiently using what you’ve preserved

How to get kids started helping in the kitchen and at what age

Creative ways to use leftovers so they don’t go to waste in the fridge

Figuring out what to prioritize when you have a never-ending to-do list

Navigating your many responsibilities when struggling in pregnancy

Adjusting your expectations of yourself during different seasons of life

Approaches to baby sleep in the first year of life

Sharing life online in a way that protects your mental energy

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ABOUT JESSICA

Jessica lives in Northwest Ohio with her husband, Adam, where they homeschool and homestead with their eight children. She is passionate about growing and preserving homegrown food to feed her large family, and encourages others to do the same through her various social media platforms.

RESOURCES

#ThreeRiversChallenge on Instagram

#EveryBitCountsChallenge on Instagram

CONNECT

Jessica of Three Rivers Homestead | YouTube | Instagram

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I heard Katie and her husband discussing this idea on their podcast, and I was intrigued by the thought that maybe a problem we face as homemakers is not that we don’t have enough time, but that we have too much of it.  In our conversation, Katie and I look at how modern conveniences save us time but have presented us with new challenges in terms of productivity and efficiency.  We hope this episode leaves you feeling encouraged that you can get things done with kids around, you can learn new skills, and you can become the kind of homemaker you dream of being.  Join us!

In this episode, we cover:

Being intentional as mothers of large families

How modern convenience has presented us new challenges

Filling up our time with soul satisfying pursuits

Can you really get stuff done with little kids around?

Avoiding boredom in motherhood and choosing fulfilling activities instead

The freedom of keeping a simplified home

Discerning what homemaking tasks are worth our time

Overcoming the mental barrier of learning new skills

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RESOURCES

Get it All Done Club

Check out Lisa’s conversation with Katie on the Now That We’re a Family Podcast or on YouTube!

CONNECT

Katie Voetberg of Now That We’re a Family | Website | YouTube | Podcast | Instagram

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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As much as I love sharing about homemaking and homesteading and family life, I also love talking about online business!  Being a business owner is a huge part of my life, and it is so fun to talk to fellow moms and business owners about how they are managing the many responsibilities of this way of life.  Gillian teaches women about building and managing profitable online businesses that don’t take away from family life, and I am excited to bring you all along on this conversation as we chat about our own journeys as business owners and moms.

In this episode, we cover:

What led Gillian to pursuing online business instead of local business

The two main pitfalls people fall into when trying to make money online

Why the size of your platform does not necessarily determine your success in online business

Examining whether there is room in the market for your voice or product

Are there certain avenues you should definitely avoid in online business?

Differentiating your business in the market 

Finding time to balance online business with the rest of mom life

Growing your capacity as your responsibilities increase

Strategies for separating business and life to be fully present with your family

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ABOUT GILLIAN

Gillian Perkins is the CEO of Startup Society and the host of the Work Less, Earn More podcast. She also hosts a popular entrepreneurship-focused YouTube channel that has received over 25 million views to date.

Gillian teaches people how to start and build profitable online businesses that allow them to earn passive income and live a flexible lifestyle. She runs her company with a primarily remote team, enabling her to travel with her family and homeschool her five young children.

RESOURCES

Gillian’s Startup Society

Learn more about Gillian’s business accelerator program $100K Mastermind

CONNECT

Gillian Perkins | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Podcast

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I hear from countless women who have a dream of starting a homestead and making it their full-time lifestyle.  Katie of Lost Oak Sheep Farm had the same dream, and she put her nose to the grindstone to make it a reality.  In our conversation, we talk through what it looked like for Katie to leave her full-time career as a teacher and begin her life as a stay-at-home homesteading mama raising sheep with a baby strapped to her back.  Whether the homesteading lifestyle seems like a far-off dream or it is your current reality, I know this chat with Katie will inspire you with what is possible!

In this episode, we cover:

Why Katie decided to go full-time in raising sheep on her farm

How Katie’s efforts to save her household money turned into homesteading

The reality of what it looks like to go from two full-time incomes down to one

How to make money raising sheep

Navigating work on a homestead with young kids in tow

Adjusting to a new definition of productivity as a stay-at-home mom

How to start a homesteading journey if you don’t have a lot of land

Embracing the learning curve of homesteading skills

Using the skills from your education or career to serve you in your role at home

Addressing the financial concerns around transitioning from a career to home

Adapting to each new season and challenge life brings

How many acres do you need to raise sheep?

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

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ABOUT KATIE

Katie is a homesteading wife, mama, and shepherdess who spends her days raising lambs, growing cut flowers, working on farm projects, preserving garden food, and trying to glorify the Lord through it all. Tapping into those skills of self sufficiency allowed her to step away from her career and into the role of a stay-at-home farm mom. As a former teacher, she now hopes to teach and encourage others to pursue the simple life.

CONNECT

Katie Carrico of Lost Oak Sheep Farm | Website | Instagram | Facebook

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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If you have seen the viral strawberries in a jar hack, then you know who Amy is!  A couple of years ago, Amy shared her best tip for keeping berries fresh in the fridge for three weeks, and she took the world by storm.  She has built her business on teaching families how to effectively store and use the groceries they bring into their homes, thus saving money and cutting down on food waste.  If you find yourself constantly throwing away wilted greens or soft berries, join us for this discussion on all things groceries!

In this episode, we cover:

Amy’s viral hack for keeping strawberries fresh for three weeks

The reality of food waste in the majority of American households

How to keep greens fresh in the fridge for weeks

How you can only go to the grocery story every three weeks

A balanced approach to meal planning that allows for flexibility and seasonality

Keeping track of what is in your freezer and making sure you use it all in time

A detailed look at budgeting for your groceries throughout the entire year

How to make whole food snacks a staple in your home

Is grocery delivery worth it?

Sourcing and budgeting for high quality meat

Making protein go a long way in nourishing your family

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

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RESOURCES

I Bought It, Now What? eBook 

The Grocery Solution Course

Easy Vegan Dinner Mexican Quinoa Recipe

Classic Lemon Bars - Allergy & Diabetic Friendly

CONNECT

Amy Cross of The Cross Legacy | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Pinterest | Amazon | LinkedIn | TikTok

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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Wouldn’t you love to have access to all of your grocery staples within a few steps of your kitchen?  This is what Jamerrill has spent the last several years working towards in her home, and she’s here to talk to us about her systems!  She shares what it looks like to start small when you are building up your long-term food storage.  We also discuss how this type of bulk buying and storage can benefit you on a short-term basis.  Even if you have a small home or a small budget, Jamerrill’s systems for stocking your pantry and freezer are possible for you!

In this episode, we cover:

What led Jamerrill to start her long-term storage supply

How to use a food storage bucket system

The ins and outs of using mylar bags

How bulk buying and storing can be used for both short-term and long-term purposes

Ideas for stocking up on pantry staples even if you don’t have a lot of space

Can you build up a home pantry on a small budget?

Top ten items to stock up on if you are just getting started

Utilizing freezers as part of your food storage plan

Starting small with stocking up on freezer meals

Is it worth all the work it takes to start a home-based business as a mom?

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

A Year Without the Grocery Store by Karen Morris

Prepper’s Pantry by Daisy Luther

Successful Business Momma Course

CONNECT

Jamerrill Stewart of Large Family Table | Website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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Dena is perhaps best known on the internet for sharing about how she and her family self-built their home from scratch for only $70,000.  Dena has had extensive DIY, renovation, and design experience on a number of homes, and she is sharing her best tips with us today.  She shares lots of practicals, but we also dive into what it looks like to embrace your own definition of “dream home” and create a beautiful home that your budget can sustain.  For anyone with a DIY spirit, this episode is such a good one!

Join us as we discuss:

How Dena and her family built their home from scratch for only $70,000

Why it was important to them to build their home debt-free

The reality of self-building a house from scratch as a family

Where to start when you are designing your home

Budget-friendly tips for creating a home you love

Behind the scenes of creating content about your life and projects

Design specifics: window treatments, outdoor furniture, rugs

What you need to know about adding old charm to a new build

Top two must-haves when designing your dream home

Evaluating your perspective on “dream home” when you are trying to live within your means

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Blogging Success Masterclass | Visit bit.ly/farmhousebloggingschool

RESOURCES

How to Make DIY Concrete Countertops

CONNECT

Dena Breitmeyer of Fletcher Creek Cottage | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Pinterest

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The pressure is off!  If your homeschool days have become overrun with stress and pressure to do all things perfectly, this episode is for you.  My friend, Julie, has been homeschooling her large family for over a decade, and she loves helping moms free themselves from the pressures of homeschooling by embracing delight directed learning.  Not only does this approach free moms to thrive in homeschooling, it liberates our children too.  I hope our conversation about the beauty of delight directed learning inspires you as you steward your child’s education.

In this episode, we cover:

How delight directed learning differs from other educational approaches

Recognizing and stewarding each individual child’s gifts

Where boundaries come into play with delight directed learning

Stepping back to examine our expectations about our child’s education

An example of a day in the life of a delight directed homeschool

Rejecting rigid schedules to cultivate lifelong learners

Examining the cause of burnout and overcoming it

The power of keeping lessons short

Taking the pressure off by recognizing that each child learns at his own pace

Creating an atmosphere in your home that celebrates learning

How taking a hands-off approach can inspire your child to continue self-learning

Navigating clutter in your schedule and household

How do you know if it’s time for a change or time to quit?

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Carly Jean Los Angeles | Use code FARMHOUSE20 at CarlyJeanLosAngeles.com

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RESOURCES

How to Simplify Your Homeschool eBook by Julie Kreke

CONNECT

Julie Kreke | Website | Instagram | YouTube

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Homemaking is truly an art, which means each of us expresses our own personalities and interests and values in unique ways in our homes.  But one thing all homemakers share in common is the value they bring to their families.  In my conversation with RuthAnn, we dive into some of the whys and hows of homemaking.  If you are seeking encouragement and inspiration in your role as a homemaker, you don’t want to miss this chat with RuthAnn!

In this episode, we cover:

How you can begin to recognize the value in a homemaker’s role

Identifying a housekeeping structure that works for you

Where to start when you have a lot on your plate

Recognizing what your season allows for

Prioritizing tasks when everything seems to need your attention

Weighing the cost of spending time or money

How we can pass down to our children many of the skills that have been lost

The importance of articulating why homemaking is important to you

Shifting our mindsets around the seasonal availability of food

Establishing home rhythms that fit your family and season

Learning from others and finding community in social media while avoiding the comparison trap

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Old Fashioned Approach to Childhood Chores eBook

Hear RuthAnn speak at the Homesteaders of America conference

CONNECT

RuthAnn Zimmerman | Website | Instagram | YouTube

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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