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Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo

De: Courtney DeFeo and Christian Parenting
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  • As parents, we know raising kids is the opposite of neat and tidy. Each day brings wins, losses and valuable lessons. Pardon the Mess is a place where we discuss parenting and faith in a biblical, approachable and relatable way. We may cry and laugh while we learn and grow together in our beautiful mess. Pardon the Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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  • Adopting kids & traveling the world with Erin Burchik - Story 7
    Jul 18 2024

    Welcome to Week 7 of our Summer of Stories series! This Summer we have been featuring stories of incredible moms that have endured significant challenges. Through these stories, we pray you will remember that God is faithful and always with you through life’s most challenging moments.


    In this week’s story, you will hear from the delightful, creative and intentional Erin Burchik. She is a family friend and I have long-admired her approach to parenting. She desperately wants to enjoy each of her kids and embrace the “good ole days” of kids in the home. She will share how traveling and taking trips became a passion of hers. And she will share some super practical ways to make trips doable and affordable when you’re on a budget.


    Before we get to the scoop on traveling for less, she shares her story about becoming a mom. Through many trials and some devastating financial loss, Erin has fought through doubt and frustration with God. She felt called to adopt and then it didn’t go as smoothly as she had hoped. It’s so fun to see her on the other side of this battle and see the family that God designed from the very beginning.


    My favorite part is when she explains the WHY behind their family adventures. She’s not traveling to flex on Instagram or show off or waste money. She’s traveling because she wants to create memories with her kids, to carve out time to adventure together and to get out of their comfort zone. I love her approach!


    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Erin’s journey to motherhood - foster care and adoption
    • How to find community with other adopted families
    • How to exchange gifts for experiences at Christmas
    • How to find creative ways to do big trips on a little budget


    Enjoy!!

    Courtney

    Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Background

    04:02

    The Journey of Adoption

    08:57

    Building a Supportive Community

    18:13

    Creating Lasting Memories

    20:05

    Santa Bringing Christmas Trips

    22:10

    Maximizing Credit Card Points

    25:29

    Saving Thousands on Family Trips

    28:21

    Benefits of Traveling with Kids

    30:15

    Building Independence and Confidence

    33:31

    Enjoying Motherhood and Savoring the Moments


    Connect with Pardon The Mess:

    Christian Parenting

    Pardon The Mess

    Courtney DeFeo


    Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith


    Resources from today’s show:

    StrongHeart

    Erin’s Instagram

    Erin’s travel site - Points For Families

    Erin’s book - Animals of the Nativity

    Erin’s book - The Bear Hug

    TBRI for families that have adopted



    Pardon the Mess is part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network. As a donor funded ministry, we rely on generous supporters like you to keep this show going. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider giving a gift today. Join the Christian Parenting Legacy Builders community





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    38 m
  • Do I have a drinking problem or thinking problem? With Jenn Kautsch - Story 6
    Jul 11 2024

    When I engage with young moms, I often get asked a lot about alcohol. These women are wanting me to give them an “official answer” about how a Christian woman should handle alcohol. And I often don’t have the specific answer they want - because it is so often in the gray area. And only the person asking the question knows what’s going on under the issue.


    Today’s story is about a mom that got curious about her relationship with alcohol in her early 30s. As you hear her story, you will be inspired to take an honest assessment and just get curious about your relationship with alcohol. She called it “getting sober minded.”


    Although I don’t drink - I have my own vices which we discuss. I joke about my love of the phone, cookie dough and TJMaxx. If I’m honest, I often use those to outsource my comfort. This isn’t an episode for moms that drink - this is an episode for all of us.


    My favorite part is when Jenn shares about the benefits of operating in a sober mind. She reminds us that being present with our kids is worth the fight. Let’s lean into Jenn’s story together and be brave enough to hear what God is nudging us to do in response.


    Don’t forget to check in our Jenn’s community called Sober Sis and utilize all of the fantastic resources that are helping thousands of women become sober-minded and enjoy this life to the fullest!


    In this episode we chat about:

    • Jenn’s journey with alcohol and finding a sober-minded life
    • How to pay attention to what God is saying to us directly
    • How to get curious about areas of addiction in our lives
    • How to fight for presence with our families


    00:00

    Introduction and Connection

    02:33

    Early Years and Introduction to Social Drinking

    05:46

    The Influence of Mommy Wine Culture

    07:41

    Outsourcing Comfort and Dealing with Anxiety

    09:44

    Questioning the Relationship with Drinking

    12:30

    Understanding the Mindset and Motivations Behind Drinking

    19:28

    Questioning Your Relationship with Drinking

    21:57

    Introduction: Jenn's Journey of Sobriety

    25:08

    The Importance of Addressing the Root Cause

    28:40

    Taking the First Step: Sobriety Curiosity

    33:28

    Shifting Mindset: Gaining, Not Giving Up

    39:11

    The Power of Community in Sobriety

    42:59

    Personal Growth and Sobriety

    45:07

    Conclusion: Encouragement for Moms


    Connect with Pardon The Mess:

    Christian Parenting

    Pardon The Mess

    Courtney DeFeo


    Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith


    Resources from today’s show:

    • Sober Sis Home Page -
    • ​Happy Hour Survival Guide - Free Guide
    • ​21 Day Reset Challenge
    • Sober Sis - Facebook
    • ​Sober Sis - Instagram
    • ​​Sober Sis 2024 Retreat
    • ​ Look Alive, Sis! by Jenn Kautsch (book) - Little Habits, Big Faith


    Pardon the Mess is part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network. As a donor funded ministry, we rely on generous supporters like you to keep this show going. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider giving a gift today. Join the Christian Parenting Legacy Builders community




    Our Sponsors:
    * Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com


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    43 m
  • The hard truth about loneliness with Stacey Morgan - Story 5
    Jul 4 2024

    Happy July 4th!


    This week’s story features my friend, Stacey Morgan, who is an astronaut’s wife! Her life is truly fascinating. Her family is currently living in the Marshall Islands which is 5 hours south of Hawaii.


    Stacey honestly shares the truth about loneliness. She has had to start over multiple times as a military spouse. I love her hard truth about loneliness: we have to make the first move. She also shares how her kids are thriving as they were uprooted from the cultural norm in Texas, and now live on an island with 1,200 people total. They are learning valuable life lessons about what’s most important.


    My favorite part is at the very end when she talks about her top learning as a mom of over 20 years. Her encouragement to “let go” was really timely for me. I am having trouble letting go of my oldest who is a rising senior. I need that reminder over and over again.


    In this episode, we chat about:

    • How to navigate marriage when you are both strong leaders
    • How to start over when you move into a new city (or island! :)
    • Why community matters in motherhood
    • How to make friends as an adult woman
    • What to do when you’re deeply lonely

    Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Background

    02:47

    Moving to the Marshall Islands

    05:58

    Supporting a Spouse's Career

    11:04

    Living in a Small Community

    15:01

    Transition and Loneliness

    23:57

    Supporting Military Spouses and Moms

    26:30

    The Importance of Community for Military Families

    31:16

    MomCo: Supporting Military Moms

    39:19

    Lessons in Trust and Letting Go

    44:28

    The Power of Grace and Understanding in Parenting


    Connect with Pardon The Mess:

    Christian Parenting

    Pardon The Mess

    Courtney DeFeo


    Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith



    Resources from today’s show:


    Stacey Morgan’s site


    Stacey’s Instagram


    Stacey’s Book: The Astronaut’s Wife


    MomCo - Military Meetups


    How to start an online MomCo group



    Pardon the Mess is part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network. As a donor funded ministry, we rely on generous supporters like you to keep this show going. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider giving a gift today. Join the Christian Parenting Legacy Builders community





    Our Sponsors:
    * Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com


    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    45 m

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