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In this episode of the Career Homemakers Podcast, host Kim Griffin explores the significance of bread from a biblical perspective, discussing its nutritional value and the benefits it can offer for overall health. She emphasizes the importance of whole grains, shares personal experiences with diet changes, and provides practical tips for incorporating whole grains into daily meals. The conversation highlights the connection between faith, nutrition, and family well-being.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker podcast, Kim Griffin discusses the essential skills needed for success in both career and life, particularly for children. She highlights the gaps in education regarding these skills and emphasizes the importance of teaching responsibility, initiative, and communication. Kim reflects on her own educational experiences and encourages parents to take an active role in preparing their children for the future. The conversation also touches on the role of faith in work and the importance of doing everything for the glory of God.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the transition into a new school year, emphasizing the importance of balance between work and rest for homemakers. She reflects on the challenges and opportunities that come with each school year, encouraging listeners to embrace change and find fulfillment in their daily lives. The conversation highlights the significance of faith in navigating family dynamics and personal growth, while also reminding listeners to take time for rest and self-care.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the importance of incorporating affordable fruits and vegetables into family meals. She provides insights on the least expensive options available, shares USDA recommendations for daily servings, and encourages listeners to gradually increase their intake of fruits and vegetables for better health.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the challenges faced by homemakers, particularly the tendency to wander in search of excitement and new experiences. She emphasizes the importance of staying grounded and focused on the responsibilities of homemaking, drawing inspiration from biblical teachings. Kim shares her personal struggles with maintaining focus while caring for her family and encourages listeners to find purpose in their daily tasks through prayer and connection with faith.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker podcast, Kim Griffin discusses the detrimental effects of worry on homemakers and emphasizes the importance of trusting in God. She explores various biblical teachings that encourage listeners to replace worry with faith and prayer, highlighting that a healthy homemaker is one who is not burdened by anxiety. The conversation delves into specific scriptures that address different aspects of worry and offers practical advice on how to cultivate a life of faith and trust in God.

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Show Notes:In this episode of the Career Homemakers podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the significance of meal preparation and how it relates to homemaking. Using a philosophical analogy of a jar filled with rocks, pebbles, and sand, she emphasizes the importance of prioritizing health and family over less significant tasks. Kim shares practical tips for preparing healthy meals, batch cooking, and the importance of teaching cooking skills to the next generation. She also addresses the challenges of maintaining a balanced diet during busy seasons and encourages listeners to make healthy choices for their families.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the nutritional benefits of two common foods: carrots and apples. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating these healthy options into family meals and highlights their various health benefits, including promoting skin health, aiding digestion, and supporting heart health. The conversation also contrasts these nutritious choices with less healthy snack options, encouraging listeners to make better food choices for their families.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses the negative perceptions surrounding bread and its nutritional decline over the years. She introduces einkorn flour as a healthier alternative, sharing her personal journey of discovering its benefits. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding dietary choices and seeking spiritual guidance for health improvements.

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In this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses practical strategies for maintaining healthy eating habits. She emphasizes the importance of meal preparation, including batch cooking, and shares detailed methods for creating nutritious bowls, soups, and salads. Kim encourages listeners to experiment with flavors and textures while ensuring they incorporate healthy ingredients into their meals. The episode concludes with a reminder that mastering cooking takes time and practice, urging listeners to be patient with themselves.

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In this episode, Kim finishes talking about creating short term goals for the week and how this process is a lot like gardening. Part 2.

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In this episode, Kim talks about creating short term goals for the week and how this process is a lot like gardening. Part 1.

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In this episode, Kim talks about the day to day stress of being a homemaker and ways you can relieve it.

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In this episode, Kim interviews Laura about profound loss—divorce after her first husband abandoned her and then the death of her second husband. Laura learned so much of God's faithfulness in these different life stages. All in all, God is faithful.

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In this episode, Kim talks about her autoimmune disorder, Hashimoto's. She shares how she set up a Gentle Housework Schedule, taking pain, brain fog, and lack of energy into consideration.

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In this episode, Kim discusses how a homemaker can have a different mindset when shopping than when she has to cook in the evenings, when she may be tired or rushed.

Listen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series. In this episode, Kim discusses how our food journey can be a refining process. What has your journey been like, from the way you used to eat to where you are now? It often resembles a child’s bumpy rollercoaster ride—going around and around the same track. There is much more at play than just the food on our plates; there’s so much more involved. Be sure to listen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series.

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In his episode, Kim shares how the best time to work on your health is when you are healthy. It is much easier to stay healthy than to try to get your health back. When a homemaker is healthy, she can do her job without pain or exhaustion. She can enjoy the little moments in her day.

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In this episode, Kim shares how to Live One Day at a Time. This means focusing on prayer, planning, and living in the present moment. It’s important to make good use of today. What needs to be accomplished? My family needs to eat, have clean clothes, and get to their activities. Live and pray in today with the hope for tomorrow. Exercise your faith while you pray. She also discusses the fires in California and how this has led her to think about today's challenges instead of worrying about tomorrow.

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In this episode Kim shares a lesson on expectations of Christmas. She prays for her listeners.

What is burdening you today concerning the upcoming holiday? What element is it? Is it the people, the list of things to do and gifts to buy, or loneliness?

Wherever you are, Jesus is saying the same thing. Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.

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In this episode, Kim discusses Homemaker self-care. She discusses a good way to start the day, taking breaks, maintaining friendships, physical health, and taking the long way home. When we take care of ourselves, we can better take care of our families, too.

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In this episode, Kim discusses pre-holiday jitters. Are you ready for the mass amounts of activities that accompany the holiday season? Yeah, I’m not either. Let’s talk about what we can do this week to prepare ourselves.

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In this episode, Kim shares about being neighborly. Most of us understand the importance of being good neighbors. We relish the opportunity to connect with those living closest to us. When we go out of our way for a neighbor who lives close to us, it is easier to go out of our way to meet the needs of a stranger we meet at a park, store, or on the highway.

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In this episode, Kim discusses how volunteering, ministry, or part-time work can affect the Career Homemaker's primary focus on their career. She shares her heartfelt perspectives on how to evaluate whether an opportunity is worth the time taken away from family and home responsibilities. In an era of inflation, where an additional income may seem beneficial, it is important for husbands and wives to agree on any significant changes.

Take a look at Kim's new book, The Career Homemaker. It serves as a great companion to this podcast. In the book, Kim explores the role of a homemaker, highlighting their tasks and relationships. True to her style, she also addresses the attitudes of homemakers and offers insights on how to make this career a joyful experience.

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Welcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim for a productive, creative, and fulfilling career in the home. In today’s episode, Kim covers The Christian Homemaker's Vote.

Kim talks about the Christian homemaker’s vote. I wanted to share some tips on voting to relieve the pressure a little. Some listening to this podcast just brought a baby home from the hospital, or maybe your children have been sick, or let's face it, life with younger children makes it even harder to put food on the table some nights. So, sitting down to research by reading and trying to understand different propositions and candidates' viewpoints is overwhelming. So, I’m here to impart grace to our Career Homemaker moms. So here goes.

1. You don't have to vote for every section.
2. Model voting in front of your children.
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4. Pray

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In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your kids' school year went. Encourages, then talks about praying for wisdom for next year's school year. In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your child's school year went. She encourages and then talks about praying for wisdom for the next school year.

In this episode, Kim shares the Homemakers' perfect opportunity during the summer to train their children in necessary life skills and chores. She started at kindergarten. Listen for tips to make this successful for your family.

Have you felt discouraged lately? You are not alone. Let today's words and prayer uplift and encourage you.

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In this episode, Kim discusses the various stages of a husband's career and shares how patiently saving and waiting to purchase a first house.

In this moving episode, Kim offers heartfelt words of encouragement to women, reminding them to embrace the natural changes that come with motherhood or surgical procedures. She acknowledges that these changes can be difficult to accept at times, but urges women to trust in the plan that God has for their bodies. It's a message of compassion and understanding that will resonate with many.

In this episode, Kim shares ways to uphold your marriage vows and avoid the Top three reasons for Divorce.

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In this episode, Kim reviews what the Bible says about our family's finances. You may ask:

Why did God say all these things about our money and belongings? Because He cares. Jesus knows that having any other god will hurt you. He is the only faithful, true God. Cheating, lying, or stealing shows you don’t trust His provision, and coveting what others have leads our hearts away from God’s provision and timing. 

In this episode, Kim shares how finances are a way of walking out our faith. Our family is ours to look after and provide for, which takes money. Unfortunately, life in America takes a lot of money. We see our spouses work and toil daily to bring home a paycheck. In this partnership, our responsibility is to spend this money wisely. She also shares how giving is a part of this faith.

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In this episode, Kim shares how you can keep the proper perspective as you serve your family by feeding them daily. It's a large responsibility and a huge task, so listen to be uplifted.

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In this episode, we finish our focus on Feeding our Family. There's lots to talk about, from preparing food, eating with family, and cleaning up. Kim goes over some attitudes homemakers can struggle with when providing meals for their families and prays for God's help for this responsibility.

Griffin Pizza Dough

3 cups of bread flour

½ cup sugar

1 tsp salt

1 pkg yeast or 2 ¾ tsp of dry yeast

1 cup warm water

3 tbsp olive oil

Put bread flour, sugar, and salt into the mixer. Place 1 cup “baby bottle” temperature water with yeast in a glass measuring cup and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then, pour into the flour mixture. Add olive oil. Use a dough hook, and mix for 5 or so minutes. Knead until it’s a smooth ball. Add a little flour if it’s too sticky. The dough should not stick to the sides. Cover and let rise for 1 hour. Note: you can make this by hand without the mixer as well.

Use this dough for Pizza rolls, Calzones, or Pizzas of any size. This recipe makes a thick crust for a large 14-inch pizza. 

Generously oil pan. Roll out the dough and place it into the pan. Fill with desired cheese, sauce, and toppings. Place in a heated 400-degree oven for 12 minutes. Then place under broiler for a couple of minutes, just so the top is slightly browned and bubbling. Hint: don’t walk away from the oven. Keep checking on it for those couple of minutes. 

We use sauces on top when served: Ranch, BBQ, Franks, or a combination. Sprinkle toppings include red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Because the crust is thick like a breadstick at the end, we dip it in olive oil and salt. 

The toppings we use are Pepperoni, sausage, meatloaf, cut meatballs, bacon, chicken, and/or ham. This is a great way to use leftover meats in your refrigerator. And when you add a ton of meat, it’s more satisfying. You can also use vegetables like onions, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and pine nuts. These toppings are also great components for a calzone. Rub olive oil on top when making a calzone, and remember to oil your pan generously. Enjoy.

In this episode, I share instructions on how to manage food in your Refrigerator, Freezer, Pantry, and Cupboards.

In this episode, I share the seven steps to feeding your family. Obtaining money, meal planning and shopping.

In this episode, Kim will share how to build contentment in your workday—by getting enough sleep, starting the day in prayer, adhering to a schedule, and having a good work-rest balance.

This is the second of a two-part lesson. The first was A Homemaker's attitude towards work.

An episode in Nov 2023 discusses morning devotions, Bible reading, and starting your day. Look at this if you missed the episode.

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In this episode, Kim shares how our attitudes affect our work production. She shares how our negative attitudes of shame, dissatisfaction, anger, malice, boredom, or feeling unappreciated have affected our work.

This part one of two episodes on this subject.

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In this episode Kim shares the basics of cleaning the different rooms of your house, apartment, condo or Flat.

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In this episode Kim discusses 3 different house cleaning schedules.

1. All in one day

2. Tasks and Laundry spread throughout the week

3. Room a Day

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