by Courtney DeFeo and Christian Parenting
<p>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</p>
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August 1, 2024
<p>Welcome to <strong>Week 9 </strong>of our <strong>Summer of Stories </strong>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. </p><p><br></p><p>In this week’s story, you will hear from the hilarious and wise Karen Stubbs. How many people can say they married a Top Gun fighter pilot? Well, Karen married that guy we saw in the movies. However, she very quickly realized that the cute uniform wasn't that cute when he was away <em>most</em> days of the month.</p><p><br></p><p>Karen’s story is one of raising her young four kids without support. So many of you know this road - whether you are a single mom, have a husband that travels or works often or even if you live from friends and community. Karen shares the very honest truth of what God did when she felt completely alone and isolated in motherhood.</p><p><br></p><p>Make sure you get to the end when Karen shares about parenting very different personalities. She explains why it’s so important that we really know how our kids operate and the benefits of parenting them with strengths in mind. </p><p><br></p><p>I am praying Karen’s story reaches so many moms that feel in over their heads and you find reassurance that God is with you every step of the way. Karen is now a grandmother and runs a global ministry for moms. She has mounds of wisdom and truth that you will enjoy!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><ul><li>How to parent alone from single parenting to a traveling husband</li><li>How to practically survive in a world with little support and community</li><li>When you realize your husband cannot meet your needs</li><li>How to parent kids with unique personalities</li><li>When your child questions their faith</li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Love, Courtney</span></p><p><br></p><p>00:00</p><p>Introduction and Background</p><p>02:53</p><p>Challenges of Military Life</p><p>08:01</p><p>Relying on God to Meet Needs</p><p>11:03</p><p>Impact on Children and Marriage</p><p>14:25</p><p>Understanding and Parenting According to Temperaments</p><p>20:13</p><p>Navigating the Challenges of Raising Kids in the Church</p><p>24:16</p><p>Finding Hope in Difficult Circumstances</p><p>31:49</p><p>Practical Parenting Advice from 'The Survival Guide to Motherhood'</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Pardon The Mess:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/" rel="nofollow">Christian Parenting</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pardonthemesspodcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Pardon The Mess </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/courtney_defeo/" rel="nofollow">Courtney DeFeo</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://raisedonors.com/christianparenting/cp-summer-2024?mc=cp-summer-2024&sc=CPWS2406P1" rel="nofollow">Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, <em>A Life of Faith</em></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources from today’s show:</strong></p><p><a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com" rel="nofollow">Birds On A Wire Moms</a></p><p><a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com/wiretalk" rel="nofollow">Wire Talk Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://a.co/d/bVTE9CQ" rel="nofollow">Survival Guide to Motherhood</a> by Karen Stubbs</p><p><a href="https://www.pincministries.com" rel="nofollow">Pinc Ministries</a> with Ashley Hicks</p><p><a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c185f503917eedb7fccc68d/t/649b457eae1f6b7efb3bb8f1/1687897474566/Understanding+the+Way+God+Wired+You+%285%29.pdf" rel="nofollow">Temperament & Personality Quiz</a></p><p><a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com/parenting-together" rel="nofollow">Parenting Together</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tyndale.com/sites/filamentbible/?utm_campaign=Bibles+-+NLT+Student+Bible%2C+Thinline+Reference+-+Tyndale&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=Christian+Parenting&utm_term=Pardon+the+Mess" rel="nofollow">NLT Student Thinline Reference Bible</a></p><p><a href="https://amzn.to/4eIf67V." rel="nofollow">Hope for your Homeschool</a></p><p><br></p><p><span>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</span></p><br/><br/>Our Sponsors:<br/>* Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com<br/>* Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com<br/><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
July 25, 2024
<p>Welcome to <strong>Week 8 </strong>of our <strong>Summer of Stories </strong>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. </p><p><br></p><p>In this week’s story, you will hear from the extraordinary Cleere Cherry Reaves. It’s very likely that you have one of her beautiful products and didn’t even know it. Her massive heart for Jesus pours right into her beautiful company. I have enjoyed so many of her books, devotions and gifts for years. </p><p><br></p><p>In the first part of our chat, we talked about her business and entrepreneurial spirit. So many of us moms have a creative stirring from God and we often aren’t sure what to do with that. How do we pursue a creative idea while raising kids? We often get overwhelmed and just put it aside. I’m praying that there’s a few moms listening that need to regain confidence and motivation to explore the creative ideas God put inside your heart.</p><p><br></p><p>The second part of our talk was my favorite! Cleere shares her story of going into labor prematurely and the miracle story that follows. Cleere’s son, Sledge, has faced so many uphill battles and has suffered more than any mom wishes on their child. Maybe you have a child with a tough diagnosis? Or you know of another mom with a motherhood journey that went differently than expected? This episode is for us all. We can all learn from Cleere’s undeniable faith and perseverance as she raises one strong and mighty boy.</p><p><br></p><p>Love, Courtney</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00</p><p>Introduction and Small Talk</p><p>04:48</p><p>Creating Products that Serve a Purpose</p><p>09:36</p><p>The Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship</p><p>13:03</p><p>Starting a Business with a Specific Person in Mind</p><p>16:11</p><p>Supporting and Celebrating Others in the Entrepreneurial Journey</p><p>28:12</p><p>From Challenges to Miracles: Trusting God's Plan</p><p>35:45</p><p>The Impact of Perspective on Others</p><p>37:37</p><p>Embracing Authenticity and Finding Joy</p><p>46:01</p><p>Trusting in the Character of God</p><p>49:59</p><p>The Power of Community and Support</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Pardon The Mess:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/" rel="nofollow">Christian Parenting</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pardonthemesspodcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Pardon The Mess </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/courtney_defeo/" rel="nofollow">Courtney DeFeo</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://raisedonors.com/christianparenting/cp-summer-2024?mc=cp-summer-2024&sc=CPWS2406P1" rel="nofollow">Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, <em>A Life of Faith</em></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources from today’s show:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.cleerelystated.com" rel="nofollow">Cleerely Stated</a></p><p><a href="https://www.cleerelystated.com/collections/valentines-day/products/promises-from-the-psalms-w-stand?_pos=1&_sid=df4127108&_ss=r" rel="nofollow">Promises from the Psalms</a> - card set I bought Ella</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Unfiltered-Living-Redeemed-Jesus-Devotional/dp/B0CXRL9FTH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31D2HQDNWZG6L&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.D5_PSYZ_ifrImoAaUsvFQrX5DXau9tkyvJLSq-PPDCero0RyrY-_bQPhb0GVqH-ekvl_g4ebB-uzPqrVKUPFKg.DrRS-oW7Rl_QYsXbiCntPVYTX_FDHtcSElMQ20RTRDs&dib_tag=se&keywords=unfiltered+cleere&qid=1719439031&sprefix=unfiltered+cleere%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">Unfiltered</a> - Cleere’s new devotional</p><p><a href="https://amzn.to/4bWxcBe" rel="nofollow">StrongHeart</a></p><p><br></p><p>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</p><p><br></p><br/><br/>Our Sponsors:<br/>* Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com<br/><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
July 18, 2024
<p><span>Welcome to </span><strong>Week 7 </strong><span>of our </span><strong>Summer of Stories </strong><span>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. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>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. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>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!</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>In this episode, we discuss:</span></p><ul><li><span>Erin’s journey to motherhood - foster care and adoption</span></li><li><span>How to find community with other adopted families</span></li><li><span>How to exchange gifts for experiences at Christmas</span></li><li><span>How to find creative ways to do big trips on a little budget</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Enjoy!!</span></p><p><span>Courtney</span></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00</p><p>Introduction and Background</p><p>04:02</p><p>The Journey of Adoption</p><p>08:57</p><p>Building a Supportive Community</p><p>18:13</p><p>Creating Lasting Memories</p><p>20:05</p><p>Santa Bringing Christmas Trips</p><p>22:10</p><p>Maximizing Credit Card Points</p><p>25:29</p><p>Saving Thousands on Family Trips</p><p>28:21</p><p>Benefits of Traveling with Kids</p><p>30:15</p><p>Building Independence and Confidence</p><p>33:31</p><p>Enjoying Motherhood and Savoring the Moments</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Pardon The Mess:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/" rel="nofollow">Christian Parenting</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pardonthemesspodcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Pardon The Mess </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/courtney_defeo/" rel="nofollow">Courtney DeFeo</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://raisedonors.com/christianparenting/cp-summer-2024?mc=cp-summer-2024&sc=CPWS2406P1" rel="nofollow">Get your 2024-2025 prayer journal, <em>A Life of Faith</em></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources from today’s show:</strong></p><p><a href="https://amzn.to/4bWxcBe" rel="nofollow">StrongHeart</a></p><p><span>Erin’s </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/erinburchik/?img_index=1" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><span>Erin’s travel site - </span><a href="https://www.pointsforfamilies.com" rel="nofollow">Points For Families</a></p><p><span>Erin’s book - </span><a href="https://a.co/d/8Mg2K55" rel="nofollow">Animals of the Nativity</a></p><p><span>Erin’s book - </span><a href="https://a.co/d/0RXfNUW" rel="nofollow">The Bear Hug</a></p><p><a href="https://child.tcu.edu/about-us/tbri/#sthash.mReELksK.GUIKL5w9.dpbs" rel="nofollow">TBRI</a><span> for families that have adopted</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><span>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</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><br/>Our Sponsors:<br/>* Check out Seed and use my code 25MESS for a great deal: seed.com<br/><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
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