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| 13. Creating New Rhythms to Thrive This Summer | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:28:18 | |
Summer is a great time to reconnect with your kids, and to reevaluate where you want to spend your energy. In today's episode, I'm sharing tips for how we are trying to make the most of summer and minimize the chaos. In this episode we discuss:
Resources Mentioned: My podcast on slowing down in a busy season: If The Devil Can't Make You Bad He'll Make You Busy My favorite devotional for moms: Mom Heart Moments by Sally Clarkson My favorite family devotionals: Rooted by Treehouse Schoolhouse Our 24 Family Ways by Clay Clarkson Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 12. If the Devil Can't Make You Bad He'll Make You Busy | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:33:50 | |
In the midst of a busy season of life, it can be easy to lose focus and feel like a frazzled mess. (Speaking for myself here). In this episode we discuss:
Resources Mentioned: Episode 3: Proactive Planning - Simple Steps for Weekly and Monthly Prep The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 3. Proactive Planning: Simple Steps for Weekly and Monthly Prep | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:31:52 | |
GRAB MY FREE PRINTABLE CHECKLISTS https://homegrownhopes.com/free-printable-weekly-monthly-prep-checklists/ DOWNLOAD MY FREE 2024 MONTHLY CALENDAR https://homegrownhopes.com/free-printable-2024-monthly-calendar/ TRY AZURE STANDARD (code NEW10 for 10% off of new orders of $50+) (code NEW15 for 15% off of new orders of $100+) https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=3taxZhbLAT TRY MY HOMESCHOOL PLANNER FROM TREEHOUSE SCHOOLHOUSE (Save 10% with code HOMEGROWNHOPES) https://collabs.shop/b4l0i6 TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! | |||
| 2. Finding Balance & Taking Baby Steps to Reach Your Health & Homestead Goals with Mandy Nix RDN, MS | 20 Feb 2024 | 00:35:58 | |
Today you get to be a fly on the wall for a conversation between me and my best friend Mandy Nix, owner of Henry River Farms and Healing Nutrition. We are chatting about overcoming imposter syndrome, setting realistic health goals, and finding balance to avoid burnout. Mandy and I feel so passionately about natural living education, that we have started the Holistic Homestead Conference, and you can save on tickets now! Save 15% on tickets using the code HOMEGROWN15 www.holistichomesteadconference.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ https://homegrownhopes.com/ ๐๐ข๐๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐: ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ **Some of these links are affiliate links, meaning that I earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. In fact, you'll usually end up saving with my discount codes!** โขCanning Supplies (Save 10% with code HOMEGROWN) https://www.year-of-plenty.com/discount/HOMEGROWN?ref=homegrown โขAzure Bulk Pantry Supplies (New members save 10% on orders of $50+ with code NEW10 or 15% on orders of $100+ with code NEW15) https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=3taxZhbLAT โขTreehouse Schoolhouse Homeschool Curriculum: https://treehouseschoolhouse.com?aff=118 โขToups & Co Clean Makeup and Skincare: http://www.toupsandco.com/caitlinethridge/ Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! | |||
| 1. Whatโs In a Name? | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:20:50 | |
Hi friends, I'm Caitlin from Homegrown Hopes Welcome to my little corner of the web where I share everything from farm life and gardening, to scratch cooking and homeschooling, with a good dose of sarcasm and trial and error thrown in. This is Homegrown ๐๐ฐ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ด, after all. I will never claim to have it all figured out, but I'll take you along on the journey as I learn. I'm so glad you're here, and hope that you leave feeling inspired to pursue your own homegrown hopes. ---------------------------------------------------------------- ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ https://homegrownhopes.com/ ๐๐ข๐๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐: ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ **Some of these links are affiliate links, meaning that I earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. In fact, you'll usually end up saving with my discount codes!** โขCanning Supplies (Save 10% with code HOMEGROWN) https://www.year-of-plenty.com/discount/HOMEGROWN?ref=homegrown โขAzure Bulk Pantry Supplies (New members save 10% on orders of $50+ with code NEW10 or 15% on orders of $100+ with code NEW15) https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=3taxZhbLAT โขTreehouse Schoolhouse Homeschool Curriculum: https://treehouseschoolhouse.com?aff=118 โขToups & Co Clean Makeup and Skincare: http://www.toupsandco.com/caitlinethridge/ Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! | |||
| Homegrown Hopes (Trailer) | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:00:59 | |
| 11. Inside Our Homeschool | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:36:52 | |
Every family is unique, and today I'm sharing my family's unique homeschool journey including learning styles, curriculum choices, and family values. (Stay tuned until the end for a little guest asking for her chance to "do a little talk thing".) TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ What Does Homeschool Pre-K Look Like? https://homegrownhopes.com/homeschool-preschool/ 4th Grade Homeschool Curriculum Choices https://homegrownhopes.com/my-homeschool-curriculum-choices-for-4th-grade/ The Good and the Beautiful Homeschool Curriculum https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/ Treehouse Schoolhouse Homeschool Curriculum https://treehouseschoolhouse.com/HOMEGROWNHOPES Ambleside Charlotte Mason Curriculum https://www.amblesideonline.org/ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 10. Creating the Holistic Homestead Conference + Building Community with Mandy Nix | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:42:25 | |
Mandy and I feel so passionately about natural living education, that we have started the Holistic Homestead Conference, and you can save on tickets now! ๐๐ข๐๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐: ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ to save 15% https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ MANDY https://www.henryriverfarms.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/henryriverfarms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandynixnutrition/ | |||
| 9. Ramblings of a Spring Garden | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:33:11 | |
A laid-back chat about what I'm growing, my favorite (free) gardening resources, and what to start growing if you're brand new to gardening. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ Spring Cottage Garden Tour https://youtu.be/_5BXCGPLgZ0?si=vXxmtA9Pi9On8Cej Learn to Grow Potatoes https://youtu.be/06T7e1dMeRU?si=GyfJZUdqQ1XhdA__ Creating a Raised Bed Garden https://youtu.be/SYifR_rb2n0?si=H5FByr6TemVGxP1h Spring Raised Bed Garden Tour https://youtu.be/St5YFTUEOeU?si=CwQqdkhctOuttMtz The Tea Garden https://youtu.be/OwGZ-ccGRSI?si=7riFRodSY6zIm3pg Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 8. Sunday Supper Club | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:24:48 | |
Join me as I share our family's tradition of Sunday suppers, and reflect on the importance of coming together in fellowship, and around a good meal. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 7. Life Off Grid with Katie Bryant of The Caterpillar Project | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:26:20 | |
Join me as I chat with Katie of The Caterpillar Project about her family's journey from traditional living, to becoming completely off-grid. Spoiler: she even roofed her own house! If you've been intrigued by the off-grid lifestyle, you'll want to listen to this episode and give Katie a follow. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ Katie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.caterpillar.project/ Shop: https://market.caterpillarproject.com/ Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! | |||
| 6. Easy and Fun Ways to Get Kids Involved in the Garden | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:24:58 | |
Time in the garden can be a peaceful escape, but it can also become a dreaded place of endless chores. In this episode, I share practical ways to welcome your children into the garden that will instill a lifelong love of growing, as well as an appreciation, rather than a dread of the hard work that goes along with it. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 5. Finding Magic in the Mundane | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:29:58 | |
In today's episode, I'm sharing small things that I have found to have a big impact when it comes to creating a space and a schedule that calls you to slow down and enjoy the magic in ordinary days. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com | |||
| 4. Shifting Mindsets & Embracing Suburban Homesteading with Brittany Gibson of The Homestead Challenge | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:28:11 | |
Join me as I chat with Brittany of The Homestead Challenge as she shares practical advice for creating a modern homestead that fits your needs and goals, no matter where you live. TICKETS TO THE HOLISTIC HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE (Save 15% with code HOMEGROWN15) https://holistichomesteadconference.com/ GET BRITTANY'S FREE 2024 HOMESTEAD GOAL PLANNER https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/why-i-homestead-and-goals-for-2021/ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ฒ Blog: https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehomesteadchallenge Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-homestead-challenge-podcast-suburban-homesteading/id1723637897 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehomesteadchallenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanylgibson/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thehomesteadchallenge/ Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! | |||
| 2.1 Turn Clutter into Cash: Rannsak's Rental Revolution | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:28:37 | |
Join me as I chat with Jessi and Pat Sherman about how their family's bucket list vacation sparked a dream that has grown into a revolutionary business. JOIN THE RANNSAK COMMUNITY https://www.rannsak.com/ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com Where to Find Jessi & Pat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_rannsak.com_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rannsak/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rannsak/ X: https://www.twitter.com/_rannsak/ | |||
| 2.3 Preparing Your Homestead for Fall: Easy Tips for Transitioning Your Home, Garden, and Livestock | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:32:56 | |
Pour a cup of something warm, and cozy up as we chat about practical ways to transition your homestead from summer to fall. We are covering coat closets to coops, and daydreaming about pumpkin covered porches. RESOURCES MENTIONED Fall Diffuser Blends https://homegrownhopes.com/essential-oil-diffuser-blends-for-fall-and-winter/ Whole Roast Chicken Recipe https://homegrownhopes.com/whole-roast-chicken/ My Favorite Venison Recipes https://homegrownhopes.com/how-to-cook-venison-neck-roast/ https://homegrownhopes.com/venison-lettuce-wraps/ https://homegrownhopes.com/homemade-venison-sausage/ https://homegrownhopes.com/wild-game-wednesday-deer-chili/ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com JOIN THE RANNSAK COMMUNITY https://www.rannsak.com/ Thanks for supporting the show! | |||
| 2.2 Root Cause Healing: An Intro to Functional Medicine with Christy Richman RN, BSN | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:49:29 | |
Dive into the world of functional medicine with my dear friend Christy Richman. She has been my personal sounding board and guide to natural wellness for years, and is a wealth of knowledge. If you're interested in getting to the root of issues, rather than just putting a bandaid on the symptoms, this episode is for you! ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: https://homegrownhopes.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com Where to Find Christy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracelife_wellness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GraceLifeWellness Email: christy@nursenaturaloils.com This season sponsored by Rannsak.com JOIN THE RANNSAK COMMUNITY https://www.rannsak.com/ Thank you for supporting this podcast! | |||
| 2.4 From Ancient Dairy to Modern Nutrition: The Legacy of Sheep Milk with Rachel Hester | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:43:19 | |
Join me as I chat with Rachel Hester, author of ๐๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐๐ถ๐ช๐ฅ๐ฆ ๐ต๐ฐ ๐๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ด๐ต๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ช๐ณ๐บ ๐๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฑ, about the incredible benefits of sheep milk and why these versatile creatures are the original dairy animal. Learn how this nutrient-dense milk is perfect for small farms and homesteads, offering a healthier, more sustainable option for dairy lovers. ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐งBlog: https://homegrownhopes.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesPodcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ฅWebsite: https://www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoopsydaisyfarm/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088451235571Email: whoopsydaisyfarm@gmail.comGet Rachel's Book The Guide to Homestead Dairy Sheephttps://amzn.to/4eW7QEY This season sponsored by Rannsak.comJOIN THE RANNSAK COMMUNITYhttps://www.rannsak.com/Thank you for supporting this podcast! | |||
| 2.6 Nurturing Land & Legacy: Talking Bees, Beef, & Family Business | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:54:06 | |
In this episode of Homegrown Hopes, we sit down with Meagan Joyโa third-generation beekeeper and rancher, whose life is deeply rooted in family, farming, and faith. Meagan shares her story of growing up on a ranch learning timeless lessons she learned from both her father and her grandfatherโs humble approach to beekeeping, and how her family is keeping tradition alive through their farm. From harvesting raw, unfiltered honey to raising premium Texas Wagyu beef, Meagan talks about balancing heritage with modern challenges and fostering community through intentional living. DOWNLOAD THE FREE SEASONS OF BEEKEEPING GUIDE https://www.leecohoney.com/shop/p/seasons-of-beekeeping-guide ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: โ https://homegrownhopes.comโ YouTube: โ https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesโ Facebook: โ https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/โ Instagram: โ https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/โ Pinterest: โ https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ โ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ Meagan Website: โ https://www.leecohoney.com/ Facebook: โ https://www.facebook.com/leecohoney Instagram: โ https://www.instagram.com/leecohoney/ Thanks for listening! | |||
| 2.5 Memories Made Manageable: Tips for Organizing Photos with Shanna of GingerSnaps | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:37:09 | |
Do you have boxes of old photographs or random image files on your computer that you'll get to "someday"? If so, you definitely want to listen to my chat with Shanna of GingerSnaps Photo Management! She is a busy mom herself, so she understands just how daunting this task can be. In this episode, she discusses ways to get organized, her favorite products and software, and tips for preventing yourself from getting in over your head again. If it still feels like too much for you to tackle, she can do it for you! As the heart behind GingerSnaps, Shanna is passionate about helping people organize, preserve, and enjoy their memories. She lives in Ontario, Canada on a farm with her husband and two sons and has a love for capturing everyday moments. WHERE TO FIND CAITLIN ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: โ https://homegrownhopes.comโ YouTube: โ https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesโ Facebook: โ https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/โ Instagram: โ https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/โ Pinterest: โ https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/โ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com WHERE TO FIND SHANA FACEBOOK:ย โ https://www.facebook.com/gingersnaps.caโ INSTAGRAM:ย โ https://www.instagram.com/gingersnaps.ca/โ WEBSITE:ย โ https://www.gingersnaps.caโ YOUTUBE:ย โ https://youtube.com/@photobookmaster?si=xcZ4Wj0cHn1Mgd_Lโ PINTEREST:ย โ https://www.pinterest.ca/gingersnaps_ca/โ FOREVER CLOUD STORAGE:ย โ https://www.forever.com/ambassador/shanna-koetsierโ SUBSCRIBE TO HER EMAIL LIST โ https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/344529/81387257267750525/shareโ Thanks for supporting my podcast! | |||
| 3.2 Winter Reading List: Books that are Keeping Me Cozy in the Cooler Months | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:31:44 | |
Winter is the perfect time to slow down, grab a warm drink, and cozy up with a good book. Thereโs just something about the shorter days and chilly evenings that make reading feel even more special. In this episode, Iโm sharing my winter reading listโa mix of stories that feel like old friends, ones that transport you to another time, and a few that just beg to be read by the fire. If you love books that draw you in and linger with you long after you turn the last page, this episode is for you. In This Episode, Weโll Cover: ๐ Why winter is my favorite time to read physical books over audiobooks Read The Full Blog Post Here Books Mentioned in This Episode: ๐ Winter's Tale by Mark Helprin I also share thoughts on movie adaptations vs. books (hello, Atonement and A Winterโs Tale!) and why some books resonate deeplyโespecially those set in the Blue Ridge Mountains, my home. ๐Shop My Winter Reading Listโ Find all of my favorite winter reads on my Amazon Storefront. Whatโs on your winter reading list? Iโd love to hear your recommendations! ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: โ https://homegrownhopes.comโ YouTube: โ https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesโ Facebook: โ https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/โ Instagram: โ https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/โ Pinterest: โ https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ โ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com Shop My Amazon Storefront https://shorturl.at/7iHgI ๐๐ก๐๐๐ค ๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐จ๐ซ https://www.mandynixnutrition.com/ Background Fiddling by my son Creek โค๏ธ Thanks for supporting my show! | |||
| 3.1 Embracing Winterโs Rhythm: Choosing Rest Over Hustle | 07 Feb 2025 | 00:34:00 | |
Weโre kicking off year two of the podcast in a brand-new spaceโour forever home! In this episode, Iโm curled up in my cozy new living room, surrounded by my favorite Facebook Marketplace finds (yes, including the green velvet couch) and reflecting on this long-awaited transition. Iโm sharing the story behind our move, a few thrifting adventures, and my thoughts on embracing a slower, more intentional winter season. Grab a cup of tea, settle in, and letโs chat about fresh starts, home, and embracing the beauty of a slow seasonโchoosing rest over hustle. ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง Blog: โ https://homegrownhopes.comโ YouTube: โ https://www.youtube.com/@homegrownhopesโ Facebook: โ https://www.facebook.com/HomegrownHopes/โ Instagram: โ https://www.instagram.com/homegrownhopes/โ Pinterest: โ https://www.pinterest.com/homegrownhopes/ โ Email: caitlin@homegrownhopes.com Shop My Amazon Storefront https://shorturl.at/7iHgI ๐๐ก๐๐๐ค ๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐จ๐ซ https://www.mandynixnutrition.com/ Background Fiddling by my son Creek โค๏ธ Thanks for supporting my show! | |||