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  • Making Time For You with Jessica Turner: The Home Hour Episode 53
    Do you have difficulty finding – or setting aside – time and space for yourself? Time to do what you love, dream, set goals, play? In today’s episode I talk with Jessica Turner, creator of TheMomCreative.com and author of the brand-new book The Fringe Hours: Making Time For You about how to break through the excuses, guilt and disorganization and make time for the things that matter to you.

    Click the play button to listen now!
    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    Image: Oteo, via Flickr Creative Commons
    47 min
  • Love, Marriage and Co-Parenting: The Home Hour Episode 52

    Ever wonder how a couple who got hitched at 20 manage to make it work almost eighteen years and five kids later? In celebration of Valentine’s Day, my husband Jon and I got real about marriage, love and co-parenting. Click the play button to listen now! Here are some of our most popular posts about love and marriage: Sexy Times Are Here Again: A Primer For Parents Who Aren’t Getting Any On Celebrating Marriage Over Anniversaries What Remarrying My Ex Taught Me About Anger, Forgiveness, and Redemption 6 Ways to Let Go of Resentments, Move Past Old Hurts, and Forgive Of Soggy French Toast & Starving Anger Happy Marriage Advice From A Previously Divorced Mom In the episode I also mentioned LIVE: Creating a Life You Love, a twelve-month e-course I’m proud to be part of. Check it out! Psst: Want a laugh? Listen ALL the way to the end of the episode and you’ll hear the intro that didn’t make the cut.    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the [...]

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    1 hr 1 min
  • Working Mom, Traveling Mom With Carol Cain: The Home Hour Episode 51
    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel for a living? What if it meant taking your kids on exotic trips – and sometimes, leaving them home so you could do your job?
    Building a career as a travel writer takes a lot of work and determination…and when you have a family, it also requires attention to the delicate balance between your career and what’s going on at home. Today I’m thrilled to talk to Carol Cain of GirlGoneTravel.com about what’s really involved in being a travel writer with kids, how she keeps her kids involved in her career (and keeps them on board when they need to stay behind,) how she and her spouse keep the home fires burning while she’s away, and how she evolved her line presence from “mom blogger” to “travel blogger.” We also talk about parenting teens, buying a new house, and more!
    Click the play button to listen now!
    PS: In the show’s intro I mentioned Live: Creating A Life You Love, a year-long e-course brought to you by Mandi Ehman from LifeYourWay.net. I’m thrilled to be this month’s guest host, writing and speaking about the topic of LOVE. If you could use a little more love in your life – or just want to take some time this year to focus on creating a more fulfilling life for yourself and your family – head over and sign up!
    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    53 min
  • State Of The Blog & Behind The Scenes In My Home! The Home Hour Episode 50

    This is Episode 50 of The Home Hour!
    Hard to believe, right? Fifty episodes!
    For this week’s podcast Sarah and I got together and chatted about a few things. First, I give a “state of the blog” address, with updates on where we’re headed in 2015, as well as a couple of announcements about the future of the podcast (hint: more of a good thing is, well, a good thing!).
    Then Sarah turned the tables and interviewed me, which was really fun. Since we’ve realized that a lot of our podcast listeners are coming to us from outside the realm of The Happiest Home blog, we wanted to give a little behind the scenes look into my home and my family (or, as we say in the show’s intro each week, my four walls).
    In addition to discovering that Sarah and I share a new favorite vegetable to serve roasted and a love of inappropriately funny television shows and our daughters’ phonetic spelling, we talked about my kids, my latest style obsession, and what’s on my meal plan this week. I hope you’ll listen and let us know what you think!
    Click the play button to listen now!

    PS: In the show we talked about last week’s episode, an interview with teacher Erica Ladd. You can catch that one right here. We also promised we’d include a few photos – they’ll make much more sense once you listen to the show!




    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    57 min
  • The Parent-Teacher Relationship With Erica Ladd Of Candid Classroom: The Home Hour Episode 49
    Do you ever wonder what your kids’ teachers really wish you knew?
    This time of year, it can be easy to start feeling like a slacker in the “school mom” department. Re-entry after winter break is difficult, and sometimes things like reading logs and nutritious lunches start to slip for the best of us. (Note: I am not counting myself among the best of us.)

    If you can relate, you’re going to love my discussion with Erica Ladd, creator of The Candid Teacher blog, author of Candid Classroom: What Parents Want To Know And Teachers Want To Tell Them*, and co-host of The Girl Next Door podcast. Erica’s point of view about what REALLY helps kids do their best in school is refreshingly reassuring and so, so simple.
    We also talk about Erica’s ongoing journey in the foster-to-adopt system, how to look past test scores and other numbers when assessing how good a school is, and more! I know you’re going to love our conversation, so click the play button to listen now! (And then scroll down to find links to the resources we talked about during the show today.)

    Erica mentioned two of her favorite adoption-related resources:
    The Adoption Decision: 15 Things You Want To Know Before Adopting, by Laura Christianson
    and
    In On It: What Adoptive Parents Would Like You To Know About Adoption. A Guide for Relatives and Friends, by Elisabeth O’Toole
    You can also find Erica at her personal blog, LaddVenture, and on Twitter and Facebook.
    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    *All Amazon links above are affiliate. If you click the link and make a purchase, it supports this podcast at no extra cost to you. Thank you!
    56 min
  • Showing Love Through Every Day Care, with Leticia Barr & Jim Higley: The Home Hour Episode 48
    Is doing a load of laundry or washing the dishes really just a “chore”?  Or could the act of caring for our families in these little, everyday ways add up to much more over the course of a year, a childhood, a life?
    That’s what I’m talking about in today’s episode of The Home Hour, along with guests Jim Higley of Bobblehead Dad and Leticia Barr of Tech Savvy Mama.
    Last week the three of us attended the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on behalf of Whirlpool and their new campaign, Every day, care. We got to check out some of Whirlpool’s new innovations geared toward making the act of caring for our families – and teaching them to care for us and each other – simper and more satisfying.
    In today’s show Jim, Leticia and I talk a little about the products we’re most excited about, and a lot about chores, household labor, and how the small acts of washing, cooking, cleaning and drying can be a way to show love, every day.
    Listen now!

    As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Just visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    35 min
  • Living With Intention In 2015 With Karen Walrond: The Home Hour Episode 47

    It’s a new year, and that means many of us are thinking about how to make big or small changes to improve our lives. If you’re looking for inspiration, you’re going to want to listen to my conversation with Karen Walrond: photographer, author, speaker, and the voice behind the well-known blog Chookooloonks. Today we’re talking about living with intention in 2015: what that really means, how to determine what you’re really meant to be doing, and how to know when you’re on the right path.
    Listen now, or scroll down for links to hear more from Karen!


    Want to get to know Karen better?

    * Read her blogging mission statement
    * Find Karen’s book, The Beauty of Different
    * Follow Chookooloonks on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook

    Be sure to check back next week for a new episode, recorded from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas! We’ll be talking about using household technology to create simpler, more connected family lives. And just a note that I’ll be transitioning to publishing podcasts on Wednesdays, rather than Thursdays.
    As we kick off 2015, I just want to thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. This podcast continues to be one of my favorite ways to connect and share, and I’m looking forward to another great year. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Listener reviews help make sure more people can search for and discover the podcast, so every one helps (plus, I truly care what you think!).
    To leave a review, visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    49 min
  • Christmas At Home With Meagan & Sarah: The Home Hour Episode 46
    With just a week left until Christmas, things are both ramping up and winding down – depending on whom you ask. School lets out this Friday for both Sarah’s and my kids, and since neither of us is traveling for the holidays this year we’re both looking forward to low-key days at home next week.
    On the other hand, I’m performing in a musical this weekend (I know! you can get the full scoop in the first few minutes of the episode), and Sarah has had visiting family on and off since before Thanksgiving, so there’s never a dull moment for either of us.
    For the last podcast of 2014 Sarah and I chatted about all of the above – performing at Christmas time, our plans for the holidays, our favorite things about Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and our best tips for traveling with kids during the holidays. It was a great conversation and I hope you’ll let us keep you company as you bake or wrap or drive around this week.
    Listen now, or read on for more about what you can expect from The Home Hour in 2015!

    Next Thursday is Christmas Day, so there won’t be a new podcast, but the following week I’ve got an amazing show lined up for you with some inspiration for the new year that you won’t want to miss. Look for it on New Year’s Day!
    As we close out 2014, I just want to thank you for listening and supporting The Home Hour. This podcast continues to be one of my favorite ways to connect and share, and I’m looking forward to another great year. If you’ve been listening for a while and haven’t left an honest review on iTunes (or wherever you prefer to listen) I would so appreciate you doing so. Listener reviews help make sure more people can search for and discover the podcast, so every one helps (plus, I truly care what you think!).
    To leave a review, visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes,” then select the tab called “Ratings and Reviews” and choose “Write a Review.” Thanks so much!
    52 min
  • Holiday Style For Moms With Shana Draugelis: The Home Hour Episode 45

    Did you know plaid pants are back?
    Did you know turtlenecks are, too?
    If not (I didn’t!) you definitely need to tune in to this week’s episode of The Home Hour, where Shana Draugelis of The Mom Edit and I discuss holiday style – what to wear to parties, how to dress up a basic outfit, and, of course, how to stay warm doing it! (Fake fur is also, apparently, having a moment.)
    Listen now, or read on for links to some of the things I discussed with Shana.


    Some links that can help you make the most of your holiday wardrobe:

    * For a perfect example of how you can dress more casual styles up for the holidays by adding a super-glam touch or two, read this post where Shana rocks plaid pants with a puffer coat…and glittery pumps!
    * The Mom Edit’s Ultimate Holiday Style Guide for 2014
    * While you’re at it, check out The Mom Edit’s Holiday Central packed with sales, gift guides and more.
    * Shana was nice enough to send a few links to some of her favorite specific pieces for this holiday season (links are affiliates – if you click through and make a purchase, you’ll be helping Shana keep The Mom Edit going, at no cost to you):

    * This sequin clutch
    * These ridiculous $50 boots
    * Favorite plaid pants, and similar ones for under $100
    * Favorite faux fur, and an entry-level faux fur piece
    * Glam skirts from Forever 21



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    Just record it right in your browser below, and your question might become part of the show! (Don’t see the record button? Just click this link to record.) 

    P.S.: If you liked this show, I’d LOVE for you to subscribe or leave a rating or review on iTunes. Here’s how to do it: 

    * Visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes.”
    * From there you’ll see an option to subscribe, and all new episodes will download to your computer or device automatically. You’ll also see a tab in iTunes called Ratings and Reviews. 

    48 min
  • Create A Calmer Holiday With Doña Bumgarner: The Home Hour Episode 44
    To those of you who celebrate, Happy Thanksgiving! If you’re cooking, cleaning, or traveling this weekend, I hope you’ll take a little time to let this week’s episode of The Home Hour keep you company. In it, blogger Doña Bumgarner and I discuss how to create a more peaceful holiday by doing what really matters to YOU and letting go of the rest.
    Listen now, or read on for links to Doña’s 21 Days To A Peaceful Holiday course and other things we discussed!
    Here are some links and resources from my conversation with Doña:

    * 21 Days to a Peaceful Holiday: Doña and Sarah Stewart Holland’s online course
    * Holiday Music from Nurtured Mama: Doña’s holiday playlist on Spotify
    * Meagan’s holiday playlist on Spotify
    * Wintersongs, by Kitka
    * Plan Ahead for Calmer Holidays


    Would you like to ask me a question and have it answered on the podcast?
    Just record it right in your browser below, and your question might become part of the show! (Don’t see the record button? Just click this link to record.) 

    P.S.: If you liked this show, I’d LOVE for you to subscribe or leave a rating or review on iTunes. Here’s how to do it: 

    * Visit the podcast page here and click “View in iTunes.”
    * From there you’ll see an option to subscribe, and all new episodes will download to your computer or device automatically. You’ll also see a tab in iTunes called Ratings and Reviews. 

    53 min

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