Hey, Friend! This homeschool mom gig is all-encompassing. Not only do we make education a priority, but the entire lifestyle includes our motherhood and homemaking too. And we can easily adapt the identity of "just" being a homeschool mom. Inside though, we know there is more to us, even in the seasons of parenting that take so much of our time. Let's not ignore the other parts of who we are. Today, let's have an honest conversation about the other areas that make us who we are, so we don't forg...
May 24, 2022•28 min
Hey, Friend! Has the light gone out from your child's eyes? Do they moan and groan about anything that even slightly resembles education? Have you noticed them avoiding learning of any kind? Whether you are bringing a child home from the state school system or have been homeschooling, losing that love of learning doesn't mean they are a lost cause. Moms can bring that back into their life and I'm going to share what needs to happen to restore this, as well as 3 simple tips to get started today. ...
May 23, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Are there people in your life that you care about what they think when it comes to homeschooling your children? Maybe you recognize this in your life or maybe it's very subtle, but still enough to influence some decisions. Today, I'm pulling back the veil and telling you to not worry about these types of people and situations. Why? So that you can homeschool and parent with that sense of freedom. Let's have this open conversation so that we can move on and not let these people hold ...
May 19, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! You've logged all the days for your homeschool year and it's time for summer break. Are you excited or feeling worn down from the past school year? Either way, let's have a little bit of simple fun this summer. And let's do it in a way that honors our homeschool lifestyle. How can we do that? Well, I've broken it down to 6 simple steps to achieve the goal of a summer break that our family will always remember. Grab your homeschool notebook and a pen and let's figure out a plan for t...
May 17, 2022•21 min
Hey, Friend! I'm pretty sure this type of scenario plays out in homeschool homes every single day. Whether it's math or not, there is a feeling of defeat before the lesson even begins. And then, a few hours later, they're finally finishing up. Does it have to be like that? Do they need to complete every single problem in every single subject? Today, I am tackling these two questions with a question of my own. The answer to that question will give you the solution you are looking for. ♥ Leigh Get...
May 16, 2022•15 min
Hey, Friend! Should our homeschool summer break be a free for all or should we continue with our normal lessons? Or maybe something in between? Today, I am sharing three lessons that I continued with my children every single summer. There are three intentional reasons behind each of these lessons and I'll share my whys with you. Let's not lose the ground and the breakthroughs we had during the school year over the summer. With a little bit of forethought...and maybe some sneakiness, we can keep ...
May 12, 2022•17 min
Hey, Friend! Homeschooling is not just something we do, it's how we live. And we should honor that all the way through graduating our child from their formal education years. What does a homeschool graduation ceremony look like? Well, I have 10 simple tips to creating an amazing celebration that honors your graduate, your family, and the years you have been pouring into raising and educating them. Grab your notebook and a pen and get these tips written down whether you have a graduate this year ...
May 10, 2022•26 min
Hey, Friend! Are you stumped on what to keep and what not to keep? I think we can all agree that having children in our home means we can have lots of stuff in our home too. How do we know what we should keep? And how and where should we store it? And when is it okay to let things go? Today, I'm breaking it down to 5 things to consider when we look around and wonder what to do with the toys, clothing, and homeschool stuff. Let's help our homes to serve us well by taking the time to be intentiona...
May 09, 2022•15 min
Hey, Friend! I hope this coming Mother's Day finds you feeling blessed by your family who appreciates and loves you so much. ♥ And if you haven't done so already, TODAY is the day to enroll in Clarify Your Homeschool! There are only a few more days to save 20% off. Hint, hint...this would make an amazing Mother's Day gift, so send the link www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com to your husband! Homeschooling requires so much of our time, energy, and emotions and you want to do it well. Join the course an...
May 06, 2022•6 min
Hey, Friend! Does our culture cause you to feel like you aren't qualified to teach your own child? There has been an intentional removal of children from their mothers from a young age and the result is moms who don't think they can teach their children. Let's talk about this and put it out there in the open because the first step is to expose the lie. And then, let's hash out the top 3 reasons why YOU are the best teacher for you child and why you don't have to outsource their education. ♥ Leig...
May 05, 2022•23 min
Hey, Friend! I know you've done it. You know, Googled, "how to homeschool." It's pretty much our initial gut reaction to researching homeschooling. But what if doing so isn't helpful? And is actually leading us into even more confusion? Let's dive into why you shouldn't search online for how to homeschool and what you should do instead to gain clarity and build the foundation your homeschool can thrive upon for all the years ahead. It is possible to homeschool from a place of peace, clarity, and...
May 03, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Are you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of homeschooling? Or maybe you're in the trenches and are still overwhelmed? Well, I've got your back! Using my 11 years of homeschooling ALL the grades, I am excited to give you the opportunity to have exactly what I wish I had when I began all those years ago. Let's work together to give your family a solid homeschool foundation, gain clarity on what YOUR homeschool should look like, and the confidence to walk in this homeschool calling. ...
May 02, 2022•13 min
Hey, Friend! Are you feeling a little crazy inside? Lacking the calm inner resolve that is linked with peace deep in our spirit? After way too many years of feeling like the mom who is about to become unhinged, I began the process of going from defense to offense in my motherhood and homeschool. Today, let's dive into 2 very practical things that you can begin doing today to bring peace back into your heart and home. ♥ Leigh Ready to create absolute clarity and confidence in your homeschool? Joi...
Apr 28, 2022•25 min
Hey, Friend! Little did I know 12 years ago when I began researching homeschooling, that it would open an entirely new world for me...and my family. I had no idea that education could be done a different way. And here my family is, all these years later and I'm spilling the beans about what the public {state} school system hid from me for way too many years. And what we discovered the homeschool lifestyle can give to every single family who chooses to homeschool. ♥ Leigh Ready to create absolute...
Apr 26, 2022•27 min
Hey, Friend! Day in and day out, homeschool moms are, by and large, mostly held accountable to ourselves. How do we stay motivated to show up every single day and put in the time needed? Let's chat about this and how we can set ourselves up for success by discovering and implementing a daily routine that serves our family well in this season of life. Grab that notebook and pen and get ready to write down a few simple and quick tips to organize your day in a way that keeps you on track! ♥ Leigh R...
Apr 25, 2022•14 min
Hey, Friend! Did you have an ideal when it came to motherhood? You know, BC...before children. And definitely BH...before homeschooling. We go into motherhood with beautiful expectations. And then. Reality hits. Yes, our children are beautiful and make our days fun. But the day in and day out can be exhausting. Not to mention the homeschooling that needs to take place too. But what if homeschooling is the perfect environment to foster these dreams you've had for motherhood? Let's dive into 3 spe...
Apr 21, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Let's have a moment of honesty, here. Is the fear of failure holding you back from starting to homeschool or even to homeschool well? If so, I can completely relate and was held captive by these thoughts for way too long. Today, I am sharing 3 steps that I walk myself through to get to the other side of the fear of failure. I am excited to share these with you so that YOU can walk in the freedom outside of these thoughts and not only succeed, but to thrive in your homeschooling jour...
Apr 19, 2022•19 min
Hey, Friend! We all inevitably encounter the time when we need to "break the news" to a family member or friend that we plan to homeschool. To be honest, I wish this wasn't a thing. But, it is. And so, we could {and should} be prepared to engage in this type of situation. From years and years of homeschooling, along with having some of these tough conversations myself, I am sharing 3 steps that will get you from, "I don't know how to deal with this" to "I am so glad to be on the other side of th...
Apr 18, 2022•14 min
Hey, Friend! This episode is sure to ruffle a few feathers, but I'm good with that. As homeschool parents, we should be willing to think outside the box and consider new paths ahead. What if the future is not like the present or the past? What should we do to prepare our children for the world they will be working in? We should welcome these types of conversations and be thinking about our children's post homeschool graduation lives years in advance. Let's take a good hard look at the past, pres...
Apr 14, 2022•23 min
Hey, Friend! It's spring cleaning time! Say what?! How in the world is a homeschooling mom supposed to get that deep cleaning done in the midst of lessons, meals, driving to all the things, and regular homemaking duties? Today, I am sharing 3 simple spring cleaning tips to help you narrow your focus during these few months between winter and summer. Let's get into some practical ideas, as well as what our mindset should be during these years where our days are already so full. Get ready to liste...
Apr 12, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! Over and over again homeschool parents hear the same few questions and comments about homeschooling. But what about this one inquiring about when we'll be putting our child back into "real school," meaning public school. This question can hurt a bit, but remembering that it isn't a question about us and that it has more to do with the person asking, helps to shift our response. Let's dive into how to respond to this question and how your answer depends upon a few different factors. ...
Apr 11, 2022•16 min
Hey, Friend! Let's dig into a hard topic today and why parents shouldn't focus on finding the best homeschool program for their child. Why do we make this a thing? And what should we focus on instead? Are you ready for some hard-hitting truths and questions? I hope so because hard isn't something we should shy away from. Let's do the hard work because it gets us to the place of reaching the goals we have for our family. ♥ Leigh Ready to create absolute clarity and confidence in your homeschool? ...
Apr 07, 2022•22 min
Hey, Friend! It's the inevitable question of whether a homeschool family joins a co-op or not. Let's dip our toes into the pros and cons and get realistic about what this type of educational avenue entails. We'll discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of homeschool co-ops so you can make the best decision for your family: for this year. ♥ Leigh Ready to create absolute clarity and confidence in your homeschool? Join Clarify Your Homeschool today! www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com This episode is sp...
Apr 05, 2022•20 min
Hey, Friend! To one degree or another, we've all had kiddos who are easily distracted or lack self-motivation. How do we encourage growth in these areas as we homeschool and raise our children? Today, I am diving into a few tips to keep an easily distracted child focused, as well as how to encourage self-motivation so that you see the maturity and growth in your children that you long for them to have. Also...I am announcing something really EXCITING in this episode! Eek! My mind is just blown a...
Apr 04, 2022•16 min
Hey, Friend! How is your marriage doing? No, really. How is it? We homeschool moms can get so wrapped up in our role as mother and educator that we miss this most important relationship with our husband. Today, I want to dive into a few reasons why we need to make our marriage a priority and how that directly affects our ability to homeschool well. Let's not lose sight of our marriage and the benefits to our entire family when we are in a really good place with our husband. ♥ Leigh DESIGN YOUR F...
Mar 31, 2022•19 min
Hey, Friend! Do you wish you could sit down with a veteran homeschool mom and ask her all the things? And then hear what she wished she did differently? I'm doing just that today. Grab a cuppa somethin' and settle in to hear my biggest regrets as a homeschool mom. May it encourage you, whether you're new or have been homeschooling for a little bit. We should be able to learn and grow from each other's experiences. And that is why I am admitting to where I have gone wrong. ♥ Leigh Ready to create...
Mar 29, 2022•18 min
Hey, Friend! Whether your child is in kindergarten or any grade level, how do we, as homeschool moms, know whether we are doing "enough?" And how do we choose curriculum: by grade level or the level they are at? Today is a quick dive into this, along with a few golden nuggets that will help refocus our attitude about "doing enough" and "staying on track." I am super excited about the tips from this episode that have the potential to reshape your homeschool. ♥ Leigh Let's work together and get yo...
Mar 28, 2022•14 min
Hey, Friend! This episode wasn't planned, but I just couldn't shake that I needed to share this movie with you. And so, here's my dive into the "Whose Children Are They Movie?" and my raw reactions to it. I'll answer questions such as: *Why would a homeschool mom go to a movie about the public school system? *What can we learn from this movie? *How can parents respond to this movie? and *What does this mean for homeschoolers? Let's have an open and honest conversation. ♥ Leigh This episode is sp...
Mar 24, 2022•25 min
Hey, Friend! Do you struggle with fully enjoying your days? It's so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day mundane tasks that we miss what we GET to do each and every day. I remember looking in the mirror one day and seeing a grumpy 30-something staring back at me. It was not the face I wanted my children to remember when they looked back on their childhood. Today, I am sharing the reason why homeschool moms struggle to fully embrace enjoyment of each day. And then 3 steps to turning this aroun...
Mar 22, 2022•25 min
Hey, Friend! We've got our beautiful kiddos home with us and we've poured into some amazing plans for our homeschool days and then... we're met with resistance. And we feel defeated. And a little like a failure. Don't let an uninterested kiddo bring down your enthusiasm for home education! Today, let's discuss a few key areas that, as moms, we can evaluate and figure out the root of an uninterested learner, so they {and YOU!} can have success in your homeschool days. ♥ Leigh Let's work together ...
Mar 21, 2022•13 min
