Mennonite Mom Chat: What we allow in our home-- screentime, Halloween, friends

Mennonite Mom Chat: What we allow in our home-- screentime, Halloween, friends | Honey I'm Homemaker

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Жыл бұрын

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Join us for a talk today about the powerful position we hold as "keepers at home" as it says in Titus. It's probably not what you think. Some of the topics we discuss include our stance on Halloween and other holidays, screentime-- what kind and how much, how to cultivate a good atmosphere at home, and so much more. Thanks for chatting with us today, and don't forget to weigh in, in the comments!
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@kristyo4044 Жыл бұрын

Halloween is the one time a year that my non-believing neighbours come to my door, so I'm definitely taking advantage of that! For many years now, we have put up a tent in our front yard and wrap it in lights (we call it the "Fellowship Hall of Light" - literally light in the darkness 😉). We set out chairs and serve hot chocolate, sweets and have intentional conversation with our community. We have even become a destination stop for families! It's been amazing way to get to know our neighbours and build relationships that have led to great spiritual conversation. ❤️ A great way to take something that was meant for evil and turn it for good!

@lonnekefalk2560 Жыл бұрын

Wow! That’s just fantastic, what a great idea!! ❤❤

@mirandamcguire810 Жыл бұрын

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@lonnekefalk2560 Жыл бұрын

@@mirandamcguire810 You need a bucket with that? 🙃😉

@polyanthajones8168 Жыл бұрын

That's wonderful! This is why I love all sorts of festivities: It brings people together, gets them talking and makes them exchange their thoughts and beliefs. And I truly believe that many people who were very sceptical before they met you, now realize that a christian lifestyle does not mean uptight and reserved people who have never heard of fun before.

@Beepbopboop19 Жыл бұрын

What decor do you have? Just lots of lights? I'd love to do this! How to you bring up Jesus? I know I need to work on this part of my evangelism.

@josieratliff2551 Жыл бұрын

Love the discussion! I was a SAHM for 21 years. My husband worked extremely hard so that our children had the luxury of a stay-at-home parent. We home-schooled our 2 children. Both had their own little businesses as teens (Our son raised meat chickens, laying hens, and cattle. Our daughter had a thriving photography business). Both graduated with highest honors from college. Our 28-year-old daughter teaches third grade in addition to being a pastor's wife. Our 25-year-old son teaches at Clemson University and travels on the weekends evangelizing in churches from Georgia to Ohio and all points in between. Having shouldered great responsibility as teens, they both were prepared to take on significant leadership roles in their early 20s. My highest honor in life has been to raise my children to love and serve God and others.

@maritzalewis6629 Жыл бұрын

It's so nice to find You Tube Christian Moms that don't do Halloween! Lol I love this series!! 🤎💛🧡

@Beepbopboop19 Жыл бұрын

Agree! We celebrate the reformation and read a picture book about Martin Luther!

@KarisGoogle Жыл бұрын

I don’t do Halloween either!

@crustyrash Жыл бұрын

In some ways, embracing the role of 'Homemaker' is liberating, modern, and forward-thinking. We live in a world where in most circles saying that you're a stay-at-home mom or a homemaker is met with a sense of "oh," end-of-story we have nothing-in-common. Homemaking is not easy work and is a vastly under appreciated role.

@jacklynnsmith5668 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 💯 😊 to your last sentence 😊

@jonesfamily9119 Жыл бұрын

I love this topic! I worked in retail for 17 years (I started at 16) and worked my way up to store manager and got married and had 2 kids. My husband and I felt so strongly led when we had our second for me to step away from my career and stay home. Everyone was always behind me helping motivate me to push on in my career and when we told them I was stepping away from work I got so much push back but I am so happy I did. By the time I picked the kids up and got home and made dinner we only had 20 minutes a day with them. So now I stay home and home school and we have grown a bigger garden and started a homestead and I feel so much more fulfilled now than I ever did before when I worked.

@britneywilson8807 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this episode!! I am a stay at home mama to a 20 month old little boy, and I’m 18 weeks pregnant with a little girl. I’ve been trying to move into the role of being a “homemaker.” It’s not been easy, as I come from a family of working, career driven women. I feel like God is calling me into this kingdom work. Thank you for encouraging women!

@lizzystitch4842 Жыл бұрын

Stay-at-Home mothers have enormous influence in this world, through prayer, love, instruction and love of their children, and in supporting and loving her husband!

@suzanneyorkville Жыл бұрын

This was such a refreshing conversation. I love how transparent you are. And I love that you have strong convictions.

@babira90able Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you've returned for a new season! I'm a mother of two (8 months girl and 6 year old boy) and your videos are such an incredible source of encouragement and peace! I will definitely try the hug thing with my husband too, we both work and sometimes between the tiredness of work and housekeeping I forget how important it is to share even such a tiny moment with him.

@rebeccanichol Жыл бұрын

Great that this series has returned! So interesting!😊

@maryduggins Жыл бұрын

YAY🎉🎉🎉 Jayna’s back! I missed Honey I’m Homemaker!!! Love these vids because I can listen while folding laundry/cleaning/cooking!

@melodyhostetler6601 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this one! Lots of food for thought and inspiration! I’m glad y’all brought this series back!

@tarynhoughtalin9892 Жыл бұрын

I have been watching your channel for a few months now and I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos! I am a Christian wife and mom of 3 young children. Sometimes in this fallen world it feels lonely to be a Christ follower and your videos are so encouraging! I feel like there ARE other people who want to put God and His Word first in their lives!! Thank you so much for sharing!

@suzannahartman7343 Жыл бұрын

It is so nice to find others who feel the same way as I do about so many things. In today's world, I often feel so different from every one else because I did stay home rather than work. Thank you for sharing these conversations!

@LilEagle2015 Жыл бұрын

This is so sweet. Listening this encourages me as a stay at home mom so much and also in my faith. Your community and culture is just so amazing. What a rare gift you ladies have to be around other moms and women who value what you value!

@Danielle-jm4wr Жыл бұрын

Ahhh so glad this is back😍 I have so enjoyed this series🤍 I haven’t finished this one yet but so far I’m loving it😍 I too am a stay at home mom and homemaker and love connecting with others and hearing other Christian perspectives!!

@beckygines9693 Жыл бұрын

I watched this a second time because it's so good! I love your conversations, and advice! Thanks! 🍂

@taylorkincannon4974 Жыл бұрын

Yay!! Been waiting for these to come back!

@kathyjohnston3971 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. All good items to share. I am 71 and did not work full time. I loved every minute at home with my girls. And believe me it is a full time job trying to raise polite , honest gracious girls. Not every year was perfect. Or always without a challenge.

@QuiteQuietASMR Жыл бұрын

Hooray!!!! I am so so excited to watch this, Megan and Jayna!! So happy to see you ladies back together again! This is my favorite content of yours! 💕💕💕 -Nicole

@sallycroft2191 Жыл бұрын

This is becoming one iof my favourite times on KZfaq. Enjoyed everything you both spoke about on today's session. What I loved most was going the extra step in challenging ourselves to make a change. I am challenging myself to set the standard for a more decluttered home, instead of being immobilized by the clutter. Look forward to more sessions together.

@sararussell7227 Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to let you know that I made the Honey Curry Chicken for our lunch today and everyone really enjoyed it. Thank you so much for sharing!

@lindsey3088 Жыл бұрын

I love your conversations! I find them very edifying and encouraging as a stay-at-home mom. Thank you!

@lauriegeyvanpittius7645 Жыл бұрын

I'm all the way in South Africa and I love watching your videos! I'm a fresh stay at home mom and home based business woman. I look so forward to this new honey I'm home maker! Season 2 whoohooo

@jenniestacy1466 Жыл бұрын

You girls are such a breath of fresh air. I love that you share so much common sense. It is so needed in this hour. I too am far removed from anything to do with Halloween. We do have a fall festival at our church sometime in the fall. Some kids dress up like Bible characters. Thank you for sharing your open and honest way of life. I love it.

@Dana-mb1hd Жыл бұрын

SO EXCITED for this girls!!!! My baby just went down for a nap so perfect timing!! THANK you for making my day!💖🙏💖🙏

@MeganFoxUnlocked Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! So glad you're here!

@laurapentelbury1314 Жыл бұрын

Oh Yay!!!! I have some household tasks I am procrastinating on bad today. Just the motivation I need to listen and get it all done

@MeganFoxUnlocked Жыл бұрын

That's what these videos are for! So glad you're here!

@analiisahendrickson5576 Жыл бұрын

I loved the idea of greeting your hubby with a hug. There really are so many things that can be said with just a hug. Such a little gem of info you shared there.

@rachelrenee9823 Жыл бұрын

Hi guys! My Bible study is reading mama bear apologetics right now which is a book about turning people toward Christianity and not away. Some of your topics are really supporting what I'm reading which is so nice! Last weeks chapter was on discernment, (taking the good and spitting out the bad) and it makes me think about Halloween or the shows our kids watch. The line is different for every family but I love talking through with children what they thought was maybe not so good. Raising children to discern is amazing to me. Anyway, I missed you guys, so glad you're back!

@janiceyoder621 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed listening to y'all discuss real issues face Christian moms today. Mom guilt is real and we need to know most of us feel the same way times.

@stefanilesser1396 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your discussion having worked outside the home and having been a stay-at-home mom. Both my children are now grown. From my perspective, women who have made the choice to stay-at-home and those who work outside the home both have feelings of being undervalued. The idea of choice, and what is best for each individual family, is key. We should all be respectful and supportive of each other's choices.

@shadreese7632 Жыл бұрын

So many things, great talk, really appreciated the content. Five stars girls!

@peggymartin3209 Жыл бұрын

Yay, Honey I’m Homemaker is back!!!!! ♥️❤️♥️

@allisonpurse1513 Жыл бұрын

This was a great chat! I am not Mennonite and my family very much loves Halloween but I am a SAHM which feels culturally rebellious being that I once had a career. I am living my dream but there are sacrifices and life is very simple so hearing chats like this is so comforting and motivating!

@princess_stitcher7172 Жыл бұрын

I so love listening in on your conversations, even though I am in a totally different space than either of you. Let me give you an encouragement to think about the importance of including those who are alone in on your celebrations. I am a single woman in her 50s and can't think of how horrible it would be if I didn't have families that welcome me in and share life with me - especially on holidays when loneliness could be so overwhelming. I have loved being involved in the lives of my nieces and nephews, both actually family and close friends.

@innaonu7924 Жыл бұрын

Loved this episode so much good tips and advice to take from and implement into our daily mundane motherhood journeys! 🤍 Blessings to you and your families!

@kallitempleton9766 Жыл бұрын

Just made the Honey Curry Chicken last night and it was amazing! Even my kids ate it! Thank you both for taking the time to make these videos! Looking forward to more!

@rachelmiller2340 Жыл бұрын

I feel the most vital part that i can play in the life of my children (& husband) are in praying for them every day...especially in their different phases of life. There's so many areas in the future they'll need our prays for.

@corrieshaffer4172 Жыл бұрын

Ladies this was another great podcast! Loved it! I am working on getting my family out of debt and working at home as a stay at home mother and wife is my ultimate goal! Enjoy the time you have with your kiddos! The 9-5 life is admirable but we must also recognize that stay at home parenting is as well!!!

@candijones9074 Жыл бұрын

Soooo with you ladies on a lot of topics but especially halloween! Love these chats!

@anissahodgson1686 Жыл бұрын

Love your wisdom and hearts for your families at such a young age. Balance is never easy when living with so many individuals. We never had Halloween in NZ for years till about 14 years ago. Our local Churches got together and created a Light Party to combat it. It became the most popular party in the town and doubled in size every year for a number of years. Was so proud of our Churches and our little town!

@wandagordon6453 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this as always. I’ve been a SAHW for a few years now and I enjoy being the keeper of our home. We have 2 grown daughters and 5 grandchildren. My husband is a Pastor and we offer a Fall Festival at our church as an alternative to the gore of Halloween. Only certain games, costumes, decorations, etc. God bless you ladies and all the moms of little ones! 😀❤️

@aprilyeno1919 Жыл бұрын

Ladies so happy that you are back. ❤❤ I missed you. We need to Love each other for our similarities and our differences. Thank you for sharing this time together. See you soon. I will challenge myself to be more pat to be more patient this week ❤️

@marlabond4689 Жыл бұрын

I love yalls talks! I’m from Mississippi and the oldest of 11 children I’m 23 and my youngest sibling is 9, my mom is a stay at home mom and I had a very good childhood she also homeschooled all of us! I am married with a 3 month old baby and Also following in her footsteps being a Christian homemaker and it’s sooo fulfilling ❤ We also do not celebrate Halloween It’s so neat how closely we believe in our beliefs and modesty

@rochelle520 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ladies for another video. We also do not celebrate Halloween. I’m always ready for it to be over with every year.

@Sophie-pi4ov Жыл бұрын

I love your thoughts about being a stay at home mom and why it's so important for the family and society. 🧡😊

@AR-rz3tk Жыл бұрын

Ladies, this was a "breath of fresh air"! I am a mom of five adult children and 12 grandchildren. At times I held a job outside the home. When I look back I never "regret" the times I could be home with them, only the times I wasn't. We too dislike the Halloween stuff. Yuk! I am always happy when that day is over. Thank you for giving me a few smiles and chuckles in my day. May God bless you as you both glorify Him in all of your endeavors.

@emilyblaisdell2073 Жыл бұрын

Sooooo excited to open KZfaq and see a new episode! Yay!!🎉

@jenniferholdeman4422 Жыл бұрын

So GLAD you're back!

@angelinadrobina5037 Жыл бұрын

My take away is to commit to greet my hubby more consciously - I spend a lot of time thanking God for him and not thanking him himself enough 💙

@tinaloewen9006 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ladies 😊 I also love the fall session , all the baking and the soup making 🤎🧡💛 and We don’t do Halloween either.

@maddiebroadstone Жыл бұрын

I love this so much. I’m 22 a preschool teacher and the idea of being a homemaker and raising children to be a light in the dark is so honorable. This culture has been run by the enemy for so long and to have women like you guys raising your children up in the light of Christ is how we continue to fight this battle. Thank you for defying the standard! ❤️

@ozarkview928 Жыл бұрын

As a grandmother who is married for almost forty years I say amen to greeting your husband with at least a smile when he comes home ! I’ve had to put effort into that one and it’s very encouraging to a husband at least it was to mine. Also to controlling who comes into your home or plays with your kids .I always left our children play with the neighbor kids even if they were wild kids , because you don’t want your children to get the idea that they are better or above others , but I ALWAYS supervised even if it was from my kitchen window . And I never left our children go to there house . I can say it worked out well that way . Note : our children were not preschoolers more like 8-12 , so old enough to know cursing was not ok or other shenanigans and also knew to tattle if it got out of control.Our youngest is 19 so hindsight.

@morganjones4186 Жыл бұрын

So many encouraging points. Thank you!

@daisy_c_m Жыл бұрын

So glad y’all are back!

@nicolehatcher2054 Жыл бұрын

Yay! I’m so excited you’re back! Love you too ❤

@taniasnyman9602 Жыл бұрын

Ooo, I am from South Africa and it is so nice to hear that Megan would like to see our country 🇿🇦 I am so glad you are back with a season 2, I really enjoy your conversations! Thank you for the time you put into it and for being real and yourselves. Even from a different country, we have much in common when we are in Jesus Christ. It is something I really appreciate about God's reconciliation, we are reconciled to Him and also to our fellow brothers and sisters in Him. Keep up the good work 🌸

@sherryvanrijn5453 Жыл бұрын

Love these, so inspiring and affirming for a group that rarely receives it. Thanks, girls! Praise God!!

@designsbydriedgers Жыл бұрын

Love it 👏 always looking for more ideas to be a better homemaker, so this was good and relatable 👏🤗

@cheryleemuller8661 Жыл бұрын

I always say , “happy spouse , happy house “ and it’s so important to just create a save space for your family in your home and all will just come naturally. Thank you for all your insights , definitely some take aways from this

@hdeak01 Жыл бұрын

All of us women are just doing the best we can as moms. My husband passed away last year, so I'm a single mom of 2 kids and I work full-time, so my days look a little different than yours, but in certain ways they are the same. I love watching your podcast.

@Raising_Arrowsx5 Жыл бұрын

Ive learned to greet my husband at the door or not far from it, ask him how his day was. Usually dinners done or getting done so as he washes up and gets comfortable I finish dinner or serve it up. Disciplinary issues wait till after dinner so that his first interaction with their dad isnt negative in nature. We usually talk about my day or things I want to talk about during dinner or after. Sometimes that waits till the kids are in bed. Ive learned the hard way through all of this that if you dont make your husband your priority your relationship will slip. My relationship is always my priority. Im with my kids all day long, their needs are met before my husband gets home. So much great conversation!

@glynnyschiavoni8896 Жыл бұрын

Good job, girls. Welcome back!

@Ranchmoma Жыл бұрын

I would like to thank you both for making this podcast. Ever since I saw your channel, I have been so encouraged about me being a stay at home mom. I began to understand the value that God has given me and the gift that God has given me to be able to stay home with my kids. I close the door to those who made fun of me for not having a career for people who were ashamed of me for deciding to stay home and homeschool. And I began to embrace it and I wish you knew how happy and blessed I am to come across your channel and feel support and accompaniment in this beautiful time and this season of my life which is really and truly a gift.

@kittikondratyuk2115 Жыл бұрын

So refreshing to hear your take on Halloween, I tend to agree. We DO stay home that night, pass out candy, tracts and pray over our neighbors as they come to our door.

@gemigirl5521 Жыл бұрын

I think women who understand the power and grace it takes to raise a family are wise beyond their years. Some women today are so focused on themselves that their wisdom can’t grow. They are actually stunted in their ability to mature. Great talk!

@sarabrown4596 Жыл бұрын

Y'all are back!!! Missed these! 😃

@larissahouser3785 Жыл бұрын

Love these topics ladies! I have tried to be intentional about guarding my children's eyes and heart with the tv and books as well. I’m not perfect and things slip through my screening sometimes BUT They know what doesn’t align with our values and thankfully if something comes on that we don’t support they tell me right away. Lately it’s “mom! This curious George or whatever, has Halloween!” We don’t have anything to do with that either. It’s so important to not only screen what comes into our homes but also make sure our children understand what we are looking for and what we want to guard against. Their personal convictions at ages 6 and 8 is incredible!

@jaynaburkholder1507 Жыл бұрын

Yes, you can't protect them completely. That's why it's so important to teach them to think critically so they know what its right and wrong. Blessings to you Mama!

@dougjensen8838 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for speaking to this issue and encouraging women!!!!❤❤❤❤

@marthamontero6341 Жыл бұрын

On Halloween we actually put up our Christmas decorations! I love the Christmas season ( we don’t do Santa) but talk about charity, God’s love, having a servant heart, etc and so far that’s gotten the attention off the other holiday

@bellis7772 Жыл бұрын

You guys are such good company!💙Love from Denmark

@sallieannwestbrook9769 Жыл бұрын

I think being a stay at home mom is a great choice, and I think Martha Stewart actually elevated the idea of “home making” in the 90’s. Having said that, I bristle a bit at the word “submission”. My husband is my partner. We’ve invested in each other’s success and happiness. My job is a professional dynamic. I’m not submitting, but rather trading my expertise in interior design for money and opportunities. It’s a transaction. Interesting topic, Ladies. And, we celebrate Halloween, but loved hearing your perspective. Always wondered why some didn’t celebrate. Keep up these great discussions.

@dannie4983 Жыл бұрын

Love this conversation! 💖

@kathiecrider Жыл бұрын

I’m so excited that y’all are back - I truly love this series! Today’s episode was full of excellent content and advice and I enjoy hearing your perspectives on these things. I’ve been so blessed to be a homemaker/stay-at-home mom and have loved every moment of it. I also wanted to say I’ve lived in Texas my whole life and love that, too, but we really don’t get much of a fall here, sadly. 😊 Thank you ladies for bringing us such joy on Mondays!

@jaynaburkholder1507 Жыл бұрын

I loved texas when we visited 2 weeks ago but i would miss Pennsylvania Octobers

@brittanybrito5155 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a new look on home making. Coming into a new season of staying at home more with my two kiddos and working part time hours. Thankful for my husband trying to give me more opportunities with my kiddos.

@deborahdimond4538 Жыл бұрын

Yay, you're back! Greetings from the UK xx

@clarissaunruh2102 Жыл бұрын

Love it that your on KZfaq and not just Instagram.

@BB-ni9zj Жыл бұрын

You are so on point about Halloween!!!

@MorgsRB Жыл бұрын

Yay! Y’all are back 😊

@olessiamaslov9951 Жыл бұрын

Love watching you both! Thank you for commenting on Halloween…it has been such a subject to explain to the kids why it is not a good thing; especially when candy are involved. We usually have a gathering and a celebration at the church on that day; to keep kids submerged in goodness and friends time 😊

@grammy3875 Жыл бұрын

Yay!!! You are back!! 🤗❤️

@phylisingrassia296 Жыл бұрын

Another great vlog/episode! Many great tips! Thanks for the recipe ideas! They both sound delicious! I think Halloween, like many holidays, is very commercialized. I think a large group of people see it as dressing up and eating candy. I do not think they know what Halloween really means and could be made aware in the right circumstances.

@naturalhomemaking2853 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy! This is my favorite podcast!❤️

@lisaeshleman754 Жыл бұрын

Love love love this video! You both give me hope for raising a holy family someday! I am Catholic but love the Mennonite culture and the emphases you put on certain areas of life. Definitely want to incorporate a lot of this into my home.

@libbyfields4313 Жыл бұрын

Yes! I love this! Keep them coming!

@brittanyyoung8998 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. It’s so nice to listen to like minded women. I can’t tell you how many times I’m constantly asked what’s my job/ when will I work outside the home. I’m asked even by church people which is kind of sad.

@cynthiafisher9907 Жыл бұрын

Maybe tell them you have been convicted by the Lord to obey Titus 2 and be a keeper at home!

@brookep1043 Жыл бұрын

I am SO appreciative of this conversation. I just had our first baby and transitioned from working outside the home to staying home and my full time job is now keeping the home, I am so thankful for this opportunity to be a homemaker rather than doing both. Honestly, I am so thankful. Thank you for this conversation!! Feel like we are friends!!❤

@brookep1043 Жыл бұрын

Also AMEN, just because they are family doesn’t mean they are trustworthy with your children.

@emmib1388 Жыл бұрын

being a mom is a lot of work and responsibility -- but the most important 'job' you will ever have 🙂

@lindatawera8013 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the voice of reason on Halloween. Jesus came that we might have life and live it more abundantly.

@Vanessa-np4pr Жыл бұрын

Jana, I laughed at your comment that reading to the kids makes you yawn...ME TOO😄I was just telling someone about it the other day. And Megan, Im guilty of the rushing the book too. Intention will be my challenge this week.

@ruthwilton3773 Жыл бұрын

Loved this episode. Just what I needed 😌 thank you.

@holly5791 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy listening to your conversations. I am a grandmother, so all of the child rearing is behind me. I am also a widow, so husband issues are in the past also. The reason I like listening to your conversations is because you both have good values to share with other young moms...if they will listen. I was a stay-at-home mom, also. I can identify with so much that you discuss. I am a Christian and appreciate the fact that you promote modesty. I love that you are home sewers, so was I. Sometimes, these days, you have to be in order to get modest clothing. Keep up the good work. Jayna, I hate clutter, too! 🙂👍 Oh, did not take my kids trick-or-treating. We would attend Fall festivals held at church or elementary school. 💖

@suecrespy Жыл бұрын

Great video! "Our candy dish has turned into a candy bucket." LOL LOL too funny!

@michelleh.6363 Жыл бұрын

Good conversation on daily topics we all deal with…I was a stay at home mom and I was very present with the raising of my children and grateful I could…It’s hard at times but we need to raise them in the way they should go…👍😀💕🇺🇸🙏🏻

@randa4m Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! ❤I need this encouragement

@annijewiss3142 Жыл бұрын

Hi ladies, a Christmas chat with your thoughts would be great. I love fall decorations but we don’t do Halloween. I think autumn/fall with all the beautiful colours we have a lot to thank God for 🎃🍂🍁included. I really enjoyed your thoughts on things

@akontilis1792 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!! So happy you shared this. I should have added more to this comment last year. When we learned a lot more "behind the scenes" about Halloween, we decided as younger parents to "skip Halloween ". Obviously this is not a popular decision, especially when the kids got older and all their friends went trick or treating. Instead, as a family, we had "family movie night" and it was really the only night of the year that we watched a movie in our master bedroom and let the kids eat popcorn and treats while we all (6) piled on the bed. It think we all have happy memories of this in those early years. Now the kids are adults, and as with all things, they have grown up and made their own decisions. They do participate in various work or family Halloween traditions with their own friends and families. But, like you both said, as parents, you decide what is necessary to guide, teach, and protect your own family. We still do our own movie night at home. P.s. we were never against costumes and dressing up, we have a big chest of dress-up clothes and the kids could be all kinds of characters. But instead of it being for Halloween, it was permitted and even encouraged the other 364 days of the year.😊

@laurenpineiro4199 Жыл бұрын

Such a good video! Keep ‘em coming!

@maddy-books Жыл бұрын

My culture has something called Day of the Dead! We build altars to honor our relatives who have passed. And decorate them with marigolds, pretty cut out tissue paper art, candles, etc. We also make food like tamales and a special kind of bread called pan de muerto. Then we meet with our loved ones with our food at the cemetery and share memories

@mirandamcguire810 9 ай бұрын

I pretty much guarantee they think that's evil.

@maryfranceswriting Жыл бұрын

Amen about Halloween 🎃!!! I agree 100%!!!!

@kimberlygrescheck4783 Жыл бұрын

I look forward to your videos. I am a mom of 5-4 of my own and one step daughter. We started our own business in 2020 and I quit my full time job to be there and work side by side with my husband. It was the most life changing decision we have made. I now care for the kids, help him run our business and I started homeschooling our 2nd oldest. We are not Mennonite but I have been inspired by many of your values and those things have opened my eyes and changed my heart for the better. I often feel judged by many, including family about our daily choices. It’s really nice to feel supported and know I am not alone when I listen to you and others on here who chose to put your husband and children first. Just wanted to say thank you :)

@MeganFoxUnlocked Жыл бұрын

I think that's why I keep referencing our culture. We have so much support and companionship with what we are doing. It's a lot tougher if you feel like you're on your own. But you're not! So many moms like you have told me the same thing. We just need to find each other!

@kimberlygrescheck4783 Жыл бұрын

@@MeganFoxUnlocked I am definitely learning that over time, there’s so many women who have the same mind set as me. They just sometimes are hard to find lol as far as the Halloween, I sort of made a twist on it so our kids didn’t feel like they were missing out completely since some are still in public school and feel the pressure from “friends” We stopped trick or treating many years ago and I started doing a scavenger hunt for them with different clues and treats along the way, they do dress up but always in something positive! They truly enjoy it. Valentine’s Day I spend the day cooking and baking everyone’s favorite foods and treats and we have a big family date night. We dress up fancy and the kids enjoy that a lot too

@homespundevotions Жыл бұрын

Kimberly, you are definitely not alone. You will never regret your 2020 decision to invest this precious time and energy into your children's lives. We homeschooled from day one of Kindergarten to graduation day, and it is something I will forever treasure and be grateful for. May God bless you and encourage your heart and send many like-minded encouragers into your life. Your comment was such a blessing to me!

@kimberlygrescheck4783 Жыл бұрын

@@homespundevotions thank you for your kind words.

@homespundevotions Жыл бұрын

Kimberly, you are so welcome! Feel free to reach out any time you need encouragement. I will be praying for you.🙏😊