Career Homemakers: Recent Episodes
Kim Griffin
Career Homemakers are dedicated in making their home and are responsible for the well-being of their household. Time is the gift a homemaker gives to their family. If you are listening to this podcast, that indicates you want your time at home to be productive. The many topics discussed will be how to make our homemaking career goal-oriented, creative, and fulfilling. Some hindrances can be negative thoughts and attitudes toward work, home, and family. Listen as I share life lessons for Career Homemakers and encouragement from the Bible.
In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your kids' school year went. Encourages, then talks about praying for wisdom for next year's school year. In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your child's school year went. She encourages and then talks about praying for wisdom for the next school year.
In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your kids' school year went. Encourages, then talks about praying for wisdom for next year's school year. In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your child's school year went. She encourages and then talks about praying for wisdom for the next school year.
In this episode, Kim shares the Homemakers' perfect opportunity during the summer to train their children in necessary life skills and chores. She started at kindergarten. Listen for tips to make this successful for your family.
Have you felt discouraged lately? You are not alone. Let today's words and prayer uplift and encourage you.
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In this episode, Kim discusses the various stages of a husband's career and shares how patiently saving and waiting to purchase a first house.
In this moving episode, Kim offers heartfelt words of encouragement to women, reminding them to embrace the natural changes that come with motherhood or surgical procedures. She acknowledges that these changes can be difficult to accept at times, but urges women to trust in the plan that God has for their bodies. It's a message of compassion and understanding that will resonate with many.
In this moving episode, Kim offers heartfelt words of encouragement to women, reminding them to embrace the natural changes that come with motherhood or surgical procedures. She acknowledges that these changes can be difficult to accept at times, but urges women to trust in the plan that God has for their bodies. It's a message of compassion and understanding that will resonate with many.
In this episode, Kim shares ways to uphold your marriage vows and avoid the Top three reasons for Divorce.
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In this episode, Kim reviews what the Bible says about our family's finances. You may ask:
Why did God say all these things about our money and belongings? Because He cares. Jesus knows that having any other god will hurt you. He is the only faithful, true God. Cheating, lying, or stealing shows you don’t trust His provision, and coveting what others have leads our hearts away from God’s provision and timing.
In this episode, Kim shares how finances are a way of walking out our faith. Our family is ours to look after and provide for, which takes money. Unfortunately, life in America takes a lot of money. We see our spouses work and toil daily to bring home a paycheck. In this partnership, our responsibility is to spend this money wisely. She also shares how giving is a part of this faith.
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In this episode, Kim shares how you can keep the proper perspective as you serve your family by feeding them daily. It's a large responsibility and a huge task, so listen to be uplifted.
If you have questions or comments, reach out to Kim at Kim@careerhomemakers.com
In this episode, we finish our focus on Feeding our Family. There's lots to talk about, from preparing food, eating with family, and cleaning up. Kim goes over some attitudes homemakers can struggle with when providing meals for their families and prays for God's help for this responsibility.
Griffin Pizza Dough
3 cups of bread flour
½ cup sugar
1 tsp salt
1 pkg yeast or 2 ¾ tsp of dry yeast
1 cup warm water
3 tbsp olive oil
Put bread flour, sugar, and salt into the mixer. Place 1 cup “baby bottle” temperature water with yeast in a glass measuring cup and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then, pour into the flour mixture. Add olive oil. Use a dough hook, and mix for 5 or so minutes. Knead until it’s a smooth ball. Add a little flour if it’s too sticky. The dough should not stick to the sides. Cover and let rise for 1 hour. Note: you can make this by hand without the mixer as well.
Use this dough for Pizza rolls, Calzones, or Pizzas of any size. This recipe makes a thick crust for a large 14-inch pizza.
Generously oil pan. Roll out the dough and place it into the pan. Fill with desired cheese, sauce, and toppings. Place in a heated 400-degree oven for 12 minutes. Then place under broiler for a couple of minutes, just so the top is slightly browned and bubbling. Hint: don’t walk away from the oven. Keep checking on it for those couple of minutes.
We use sauces on top when served: Ranch, BBQ, Franks, or a combination. Sprinkle toppings include red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Because the crust is thick like a breadstick at the end, we dip it in olive oil and salt.
The toppings we use are Pepperoni, sausage, meatloaf, cut meatballs, bacon, chicken, and/or ham. This is a great way to use leftover meats in your refrigerator. And when you add a ton of meat, it’s more satisfying. You can also use vegetables like onions, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and pine nuts. These toppings are also great components for a calzone. Rub olive oil on top when making a calzone, and remember to oil your pan generously. Enjoy.
In this episode, I share instructions on how to manage food in your Refrigerator, Freezer, Pantry, and Cupboards.
In this episode, I share the seven steps to feeding your family. Obtaining money, meal planning and shopping.
In this episode, Kim will share how to build contentment in your workday—by getting enough sleep, starting the day in prayer, adhering to a schedule, and having a good work-rest balance.
This is the second of a two-part lesson. The first was A Homemaker's attitude towards work.
An episode in Nov 2023 discusses morning devotions, Bible reading, and starting your day. Look at this if you missed the episode.
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In this episode, Kim shares how our attitudes affect our work production. She shares how our negative attitudes of shame, dissatisfaction, anger, malice, boredom, or feeling unappreciated have affected our work.
This part one of two episodes on this subject.
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In this episode Kim shares the basics of cleaning the different rooms of your house, apartment, condo or Flat.
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In this episode Kim discusses 3 different house cleaning schedules.
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All in one day
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Tasks and Laundry spread throughout the week
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Room a Day
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In this episode, we discuss contentment during Christmas, even if one suffers great losses during the year.https://careerhomemakers.com
Have you ever had too much on your "plate"? Or have you had Homemaker Exhaustion? I have. Let's dive in and discuss.https://careerhomemakers.com
This episode discusses what is in a homemaker's wardrobe. How much and which pieces?https://careerhomemakers.com
This episode is the end of our Peaceful Morning Series. This time, we discuss how Homemakers Raising Children can still have peaceful mornings.https://careerhomemakers.com
This episode talks about prayer and journaling prayers.myheartscry.orgcareerhomemakers.com
Homemakers thrive when they start their day contemplating and learning about God and His word. Listen to Kim's ideas. Enjoyhttps://careerhomemakers.com/
Do you have a morning routine? Listen to the benefits of having a pre-morning and morning routine to start your day strong.
In this episode, we discuss how each homemaker has unique strengths for blessing their family. Also, I've covered what to do when you are bored with homemaking.Careerhomemakers.com
In this episode, what is a homemaker is discussed. Listen to the basics of Homemaking.Sign up for our newsletter at Careerhomemakers.com
The Host reads today's headlines on US money collapse and a Career Homemakers response.
Do you have a 1000-hour habit? I do. Most of my friends would say theirs is social media. Mine is an online game. Listen to find out more.I encourage you to look at how you are spending your time. Open in settings, screen time, and check out how you’ve spent your time on that screen for the last month. Click on Daily Average, “see all activity,” and click on Show Categories to see what time is on social versus entertainment. (I’ll have this in the show notes.) Then, if you slightly slide your finger up, at the top of the screen, you have the option to see this week, or there is an arrow to check out the last few weeks of screen usage. Get in touch with me at careerhomemakers.com in the About Me section. https://careerhomemakers.com
Do you have recipes scattered across various platforms? One issue is that our recipes are scattered everywhere - in digital format, on paper, note cards, books, and magazines. Finding a specific recipe can be a challenge if we can't recall where it came from. Although digital storage may seem convenient, it has its own limitations, like the need for power or the internet to access recipes.
To tackle this problem, I opted for a recipe program that allows me to print out a recipe book. There are many such programs available, but I prefer Homecookin for its simplicity and efficiency. With this program, I can customize my recipes into different sizes and formats. This isn't an advertisement. I just wanted to share what worked for me. There are many programs available for making a family recipe book. These would work for this project as well.
If you have any other ideas for collecting and managing scattered recipes, feel free to reach out to me at careerhomemakers.com in theAbout section. I would love to hear from you.
Homecookin
Children’s education in America has undergone significant changes over the decades and centuries. The decline in the quality of public education led to the push for school choice, as parents wanted more options for their children’s education. Now, families in America have numerous school choices, and parents strive to provide the safest and best educational environment for their children. Listen to know the pros and cons in each school choice.
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In this Podcast, I talk about how It takes time to develop these deeper relationships. But each friend sets the tone for the relationship. What friends do you want to have? I want praying friends who share deep as well as special moments with each other. How about friends who model loving their husbands and children, don't gossip or waste time? Let's explore A Homemaker's Friends together.
Buying and freezing meat for the month
Meals for our families are a large part of what a career homemaker does. I’ve found ways to streamline this responsibility. I have done this by buying and freezing a month’s worth of meals.
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Buying and freezing meat for the month. Meals for our families are a large part of what a career homemaker does. I’ve found ways to streamline this responsibility. I have done this by buying and freezing a month’s worth of meals. Check out my website Careerhomemakers.com to Ask a Question or leave a comment. I'd love to hear from you!!!
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Freezer
The freezer is more for storage because you can keep food here for longer. Well, except for ice cream, this usually rotates out quickly. But a freezer left to itself can grow into a place no one can find anything. Make it easier for yourself and your family. Go through your freezer every 3-6 months.
If you are just going through the freezer food, then you can keep your freezer on, but if you want to do a very thorough cleaning. Go ahead and turn the freezer off.
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Wipe down shelves with a dry cloth. If there is discoloration, wipe with hot soapy water and immediately dry with a cloth or paper towel.
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Take everything out and place it on the counter or table.
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Toss anything your family didn’t like.
- If you don’t remember when you bought it, toss.
- Go through meat and see if there is any freezer burn. Toss if needed.
- Condense or put into smaller bags or containers.
- Think: does this food deserve to be here.
- Remember, this is high-end real estate in your home—probably the highest because you are paying for refrigeration and freezing. So be mindful about what you store inside there.
If it is in there, it must deserve to be there.
Freezer Storage
Temperature needs to be 0 degrees fahrenheit or below and -18 celsius
Hot dogs, bacon and lunch meat 1-2 months
Ground meats 3-4 months
Chops, steaks and roast 4-12 months
Holiday ham 1-2 months
Chicken 9 m- 1 yr
Fish 2-8 months fatty fish like salmon and tuna, less long, closer to 2-3 months and lean fish much longer closer to 8 months
Shell fish 2-4 months
Soups, stews and left overs 2-3 months.
Cooked meat or poultry 2-6 months
- Organize your food into groups, then place it on the different shelves in your freezer.
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FreezerThe freezer is more for storage because you can keep food here for longer. Well, except for ice cream, this usually rotates out quickly. But a freezer left to itself can grow into a place no one can find anything. Make it easier for yourself and your family. Go through your freezer every 3-6 months. If you are just going through the freezer food, then you can keep your freezer on, but if you want to do a very thorough cleaning. Go ahead and turn the freezer off.
- Wipe down shelves with a dry cloth. If there is discoloration, wipe with hot soapy water and immediately dry with a cloth or paper towel.
- Take everything out and place it on the counter or table.
- Toss anything your family didn’t like.
- If you don’t remember when you bought it, toss.
- Go through meat and see if there is any freezer burn. Toss if needed.
- Condense or put into smaller bags or containers.
- Think: does this food deserve to be here.
- Remember, this is high-end real estate in your home—probably the highest because you are paying for refrigeration and freezing. So be mindful about what you store inside there.
If it is in there, it must deserve to be there.
Freezer Storage Temperature needs to be 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below and -18 celsius Hot dogs, bacon and lunch meat 1-2 months. Ground meats 3-4 months Chops, steaks and roast 4-12 months Holiday ham 1-2 months Chicken 9 m- 1 yr Fish 2-8 months fatty fish like salmon and tuna, less long, closer to 2-3 months and lean fish much longer closer to 8 months Shellfish 2-4 months Soups, stews and leftovers 2-3 months. Cooked meat or poultry 2-6 months
- Organize your food into groups, then place it on the different shelves in your freezer. To join the Career Homemaker monthly newsletter or ask me a question or comment go to my at Careerhomemakers.com
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Home management and housekeeping are part of our responsibilities as homemakers, whether we hire it out, have our family do it, or do it ourselves. It doesn’t go away. And the house is more enjoyable and ready for company if we keep up with it. Sometimes we forget how easy it is to get a task done. Is there a task that you put off when you get busy?
Companies use the power of suggestion to get us to buy their product or go to their store. Influencers do what? Influence. But what if we could use the power of suggestion to our advantage? Listen to find out
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Home management and housekeeping are part of our responsibilities as homemakers, whether we hire it out, have our family do it, or do it ourselves. It doesn’t go away. And the house is more enjoyable and ready for company if we keep up with it. Sometimes we forget how easy it is to get a task done. Is there a task that you put off when you get busy?
Companies use the power of suggestion to get us to buy their product or go to their store. Influencers do what? Influence. But what if we could use the power of suggestion to our advantage?
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There was a year I didn’t like my husband. Now I didn’t say that I didn’t love him. Love is a commitment and I take our vows very seriously. But this particular year, I just didn’t like him.
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There was a year I didn’t like my husband. Now I didn’t say that I didn’t love him. Love is a commitment, and I take our vows very seriously. But this particular year, I didn’t like him.Join the monthly Newsletter at Careerhomemakers.comAsk a Question or leave a comment. I'd love to hear from you!!!
Ironing is not my favorite homemaker chore. For years, I didn’t have to iron, but now I have summer clothes that need ironing and shirts m husband loves that also need ironing. I have found a few tricks that make it easier.
Now many homemakers have told me they would never iron. I understand, but at some point, you will want a dress, shirt, or even a cute pair of shorts pressed perfectly. So when you do, remember these tricks of the trade.
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Ironing is not my favorite homemaker chore. For years, I didn’t have to iron, but now I have summer clothes that need ironing, and shirts m husband loves that also need ironing. I have found a few tricks that make it easier.Now many homemakers have told me they would never iron. I understand, but at some point, you will want a dress, shirt, or even a cute pair of shorts pressed perfectly. So when you do, remember these tricks of the trade.Listen often to stay encouraged. Please leave a review and forward it to like-minded homemakers. Join the monthly newsletter by going to careerhomemakers.com
Parents are now thinking about this school year. It is a huge decision. We love our children. We are willing to sacrifice for their safety and our peace of mind. One option is homeschooling. I hope to answer some of your questions concerning homeschooling. Listen to hear information and the benefits of homeschooling.Sites Mentioned:Home School Legal Defensehslda.orgTeaching Textbooks Math ProgramMath with Mrs Fish 6-8th grade online math teacherApologia ScienceMemoria LiteratureChristian Book DistributersPlease check out my podcast website at Career Homemakers and Blogs at My Hearts Cry
Recently, I made a few projects that made my box of remnant fabric overflow. Because I want to “keep a lid” on how many fabrics I collect, I keep my craft/fabrics in one box. When it overflows, I know it’s time to go through the box and remove what’s unneeded. I have a few fabrics I’m keeping for unfinished projects. But other than that, it’s remnants.
Listen for ways to go through your craft and fabric remnants.
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Recently, I made a few projects that made my box of remnant fabric overflow. Because I want to “keep a lid” on how many fabrics I collect, I keep my craft/fabrics in one box. When it overflows, I know it’s time to go through the box and remove what’s unneeded. I have a few fabrics I’m keeping for unfinished projects. But other than that, it’s remnants. Listen for ways to go through your craft and fabric remnants.Join the monthly Newsletter atCareerhomemakers.comAsk a Question or leave a comment. I'd love to hear from you!!!
As we use our faith, it grows stronger. However, when life becomes predictable and effortless, we mindlessly seek pleasures. When you engage your faith in Jesus, you trust God, who cares and considers you precious. He sees your condition and has compassion for the trial you are in. You are His beloved. So when you have faith in Him instead of depending on others, you please Him.Listen to enjoy more of this episode.This was taken from Kim's blog called My Heart's Cry, where she writes concerning faith and prayer. Why don't you check out what else she's been writing?Enjoy more content in your inbox by subscribing to the monthly Career Homemaker Newsletter.
Today I want to take time to discuss the importance of appreciating the results of our hard work. Do you ever feel like you're constantly working and never have a chance to step back and enjoy the fruits of your labor? I've been there too. Let’s learn how to break free from the cycle and find time to rest and enjoy life.Taking a break allows us to:- Trust God with our burdens- Appreciate the fruits of our labor- Rest our bodies.Raising your family is a long commitment. It takes 2-3 decades. So grant yourself rests. I love the line, “every man should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of God.” Yes, let’s do this. Listen often to stay encouraged. Please leave a review and forward it to like-minded homemakers.Join the monthly newsletter by going to careerhomemakers.com
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.In this episode we talk about adding Frozen fruit, dried or canned fruit to meals during the summer. Here are some drinkable/frozen fruit recipesFor a family of four:Fill up the blender with frozen fruit then add enough liquid to barely cover the fruit. Which can be milk or a milk substitute, juice or water If sweetener is desired, then add two tablespoons of sugar or a tablespoon of jam,For a smoother texture or creaminess, either a splash of heavy whipping cream or a banana.Our favorite Strawberry SmoothieFill Blender with frozen strawberriesAdd a tablespoon of strawberry jam or 2 tbsp of sugarAdd milk to just under the strawberry line, then splash with heavy whipping cream. Blend.If it will be for dessert, I put pretty drizzles of Hershey syrup on the cup or glass-like coffee places do and squirt heavy whipping cream on top. Date ShakeAnother option I like to make is date shakes. I buy pitted dates and blend them in the blender with milk and ice. It takes 4-5 dates per 9 oz tumbler cup. I serve them in smaller cups because of how sweet they are. They are so refreshingly sweet and simple. 3 ingredients; you can’t beat that. Tropical JuliusLastly, if you like a tropical Julius, then try this shake. Fill your blender with tropical pineapple/mango frozen fruit mix add 3 tablespoons of orange juice concentrate and water so it barely covers the fruit. Then add one envelope of dream whip then blend. Mix till smooth. You can use a can of pineapple but then add ice.Serve smoothies in a 16 oz red party cups that can be thrown away after use, rather than using glasses or cups that require cleaning. If there is any leftovers in the blender, pour any into 9 oz disposable clear plastic party tumblers and place in the freezer. When the drink is frozen, I stack these prepared mini-smoothies in a gallon freezer bag for my child to enjoy as a healthy snack later. Thanks for listening.careerhomemakers.com
In today's episode of the Career Homemakers Podcast, we will discuss the common challenges homemakers face and offer valuable lessons and encouragement. For example, One great outlet for homemakers is volunteering, which can provide numerous benefits when you give your time to your child's school, local non-profit, or church. Let's dive into these benefits together.careerhomemakers.comThis post originated from Kim's Blogposts at myheartscry.orgGo over and see what other blogs on life and prayer she's written.
Step-by-step instructions on cleaning out the refrigerator door.Take out shelves and place on counter.Wipe inside door where shelves were.Wipe butter/egg shelf at top of refrigerator door.Toss items:1. See if it’s expired2. Cant remember when you bought it3. Family doesn’t like it4. Toss unusual jars that was used only once for a special recipe or occasion.Clean shelves and place them back into refrigeratorCurate which items goes on each shelf.Place in groups: sweets, condiments, salad dressings and saucesOrder from manufacturer replacement for missing or cracked shelves.It feels so good having a cleaned out refrigerator.You did it! Now get a refreshing drink and take a break.Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com
Have you ever gotten tired of cleaning the same thing week after week? It’s hard to remain enthusiastic about our work, yet the Bible says to work with enthusiasm. Let’s unpack this in today’s Career Homemaker podcast.
In the Bible, it says:
Ephesians 6:7-8 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do.
When I clean our home’s toilets, I can’t say I’m enthusiastic about it. On the contrary, I’m more excited about being done than doing that job. I love having clean bathrooms: sinks, floors, toilets, and tubs, but cleaning them, well, not so much.
Having a family makes it so my work will be negated soon. The bathroom will be messy again, sooner than later, and I will be back to cleaning up the messes they leave behind.
I need to keep working for the Lord rather than people. I choose to please Him by keeping my house sanitary and nice. He wants my family to have a clean home to live in too.
Doing the will of God from your heart. V.6
What is God’s will for us to do today? If we are to do our work for Him, have we asked Him what’s best, or are we trying to figure it out ourselves? Sometimes I rush into my day and do what I think needs to be done, whereas here, we are called to stop, ask for God’s will, and do it from our hearts.
Have you noticed when some teens do their chores? They put no effort into it, and it shows. Are we like that?
Our hearts drive us. When we want something nice, we put a lot of effort into it. But if we are bored or don’t care, we do a quick job.
Have we lost our enthusiasm? It may be because we are doing it for the wrong reasons. Maybe we forgot who it’s for.
Did that verse resonate with you? It definitely did with me. I struggle with having the right attitude and finding enthusiasm for housework, but I've learned that keeping a positive mindset throughout the week can make a big difference since this is my chosen career. My attitude is sometimes the hardest of all to clean.
Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin
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Have you ever gotten tired of cleaning the same thing week after week? It’s hard to remain enthusiastic about our work, yet the Bible says to work with enthusiasm. Let’s unpack this in today’s Career Homemaker podcast.In the Bible, it says:Ephesians 6:7-8 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do.When I clean our home’s toilets, I can’t say I’m enthusiastic about it. On the contrary, I’m more excited about being done than doing that job. I love having clean bathrooms: sinks, floors, toilets, and tubs, but cleaning them, well, not so much. Having a family makes it so my work will be negated soon. The bathroom will be messy again, sooner than later, and I will be back to cleaning up the messes they leave behind. I need to keep working for the Lord rather than people. I choose to please Him by keeping my house sanitary and nice. He wants my family to have a clean home to live in too. Doing the will of God from your heart. V.6What is God’s will for us to do today? If we are to do our work for Him, have we asked Him what’s best, or are we trying to figure it out ourselves? Sometimes I rush into my day and do what I think needs to be done, whereas here, we are called to stop, ask for God’s will, and do it from our hearts. Have you noticed when some teens do their chores? They put no effort into it, and it shows. Are we like that? Our hearts drive us. When we want something nice, we put a lot of effort into it. But if we are bored or don’t care, we do a quick job. Have we lost our enthusiasm? It may be because we are doing it for the wrong reasons. Maybe we forgot who it’s for.Did that verse resonate with you? It definitely did with me. I struggle with having the right attitude and finding enthusiasm for housework, but I've learned that keeping a positive mindset throughout the week can make a big difference since this is my chosen career. My attitude is sometimes the hardest of all to clean. Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com
When a child turns up sick, our world stops. We’ve noticed the first symptoms and now seek to find out all the signs. I usually ask my children questions like Does your throat hurt? Have you been blowing your nose or coughing? Then I reach my wrist to my forehead and feel a fever. Once I figure out what they have, I start canceling everything. First, I think they should stay home to rest, and I don’t want them out there making anyone else’s kids sick. So let’s keep this illness to ourselves. So next, I remind them that they can’t be in the kitchen and to ask me to get anything they may need, I remind them to drink lots of water, and I plug in the humidifier when necessary and then administer cold medicine, which in our home has to be a special kind, the only one my child will swallow. After settling my sick child, I sit momentarily and contemplate my week. How will this change of events affect what I have planned for this week? Then, after all that, I finally settled enough to pray. Jesus, please heal my child. Please soothe her throat and clear her nasal passages and help her cough. Give her the rest she needs. Oh, and by the way, God, please give me peace. In Jesus' name, amen. After I pray, I feel a calm, a relief. God’s got this. He knows they will be sick and has made an allowance for it. I need to rest in this and enjoy this little pocket of quiet I’m getting. I remember that some of my sweetest memories have been when one of my children have been sick. So often, they get quiet, calm, and sweet as I have cared for them. It’s a sweet moment when an ordinarily independent child wants their mom’s help again. Even though this is not what I planned, I am thankful I am home to care for them. One of the biggest reasons I chose to be a Career Homemaker: To be home when someone is sick. Availability is one of the major benefits of being a homemaker. God gave our children to us to care for. When they are sick, they want mom and to be home. I am thankful I’ve been able to give this to each of my children while they were growing up—a gift of love. I wrote this a month ago when my child was sick, but my husband and I are sick this week. We need patience with each other and to be quiet while each other rests. A different kind of grace is needed when mom and/or dad is sick. We are supposed to be in charge and provide, but rest is needed most while recovering.
I hope you were encouraged to look for the little blessing of sweet time with your child when they are sick. Also, take time to sit and pray and be quiet. God knows all and will provide what you and your young one may need. Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com Thanks for listening, and have a goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying week.
I hope you were encouraged to look for the little blessing of sweet time with your child when they are sick. Also, take time to sit and pray and be quiet. God knows all and will provide what you and your young one may need. Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com Thanks for listening, and have a goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying week.
In this Homemaker Inspiration, we delve into the daily challenges of homemaking and offer encouragement and insights gained from years of experience. In today's episode, I share a personal treat that I indulge in each month when I pay the bills - Chocolate Truffles. My husband kindly buys me these delectable chocolates as a reward for completing this task, and I believe it's a fair trade. However, these treats have also taught me a valuable lesson. Tune in to discover what it is.
It's your choice to decide if Chocolate Truffles should be included in your bill-paying routine. However, it's important to remember that God wants to assist you in being financially responsible. God understands your needs better than you do, so make sure to seek His guidance more often.
Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin
Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com Thanks for listening, and have a goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying week.
Today's Tricks of the Trade episode is about the benefits of exercise for homemakers. Staying healthy and physically fit is crucial to easily perform daily household tasks and avoid injuries. It also has the added bonus of making us look and feel better. As someone who struggles with this myself, I wanted to share a blog post from myheartscry.org, my personal blog site, that has encouraged many of my readers. I hope it inspires you as well.
How about you? How are you taking care of your health? Do you need outside encouragement like a gym or a walking group? Leave a review and comment below, I'd love to hear from you.
Podcast Website: careerhomemakers.com
Inspirational Blog Posts: myheartscry.org
Welcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to help homemakers achieve a fulfilling and creative career. Today's topic is centered around faith.
Don't worry. Many homemakers are learning to rely on faith when shopping for groceries or clothing for their families. Previous generations of grandmothers have had to do the same. These challenging times are where faith can grow. Matthew 6:25-35
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I encourage you to Stand fast through these turbulent times. God alone is your hope and courage. I implore you not to look at your money or anything that could rescue you but to look to Jesus, the savior of your soul. He will lead and guide you. He knows the path to your future. To give you a future and hope.
I am Kim Griffin, your host, and I encourage you to listen to my show regularly for motivation. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and check out my website, careerhomemakers.com
Welcome to Career Homemakers. This is a Homemaker Tricks of the Trade episode: Best ways to get different parts of the job done, In it, I will show some benefits of changing out paper to cloth…In particular, I highlight cloth vs paper napkins, as we say in America or in other parts of the world Serviette. Many Career Homemakers seek opportunities to make their homes classy and sustainable. One of the ways I achieve this is by making everyday cloth napkins. I cut a 13x13 inch square of 100% cotton fabric for each napkin. Serge or zigzag stitch around the four edges. Use the fray-stop liquid to dot each corner to keep the thread from unraveling. Lastly, wash and fold. Benefits of Cloth Napkins:Here’s some other benefits: it’s nice to use cloth napkins. Think of the last time you ate chicken thigh or drumstick, or baby back ribs. Remember how the napkin just stuck to your hands? Cloth napkins add color to your table; they look nice and are very stylish. When considering the environment, the number of paper napkins thrown away should alarm you. Let’s be real; it’s a big waste of resources, and think about the added waste to our landfills. You can use them multiple times. When my grandmother was little, they had little charms with their initials attached to their napkin. They would use theirs all week long. Along with this idea, you could make a color for each person in the house and then they could change out their own napkins when needed or you could embroider their initials or a cute picture icon for each member of the household napkins. Get more wear out of them by using old napkins for paper towels or rags. Use it Up, Wear it Out, Make it Do, or Do Without! It was a famous World War Saying.This definitely lies under the Wear it Out and Make it Do part. Next, these cloths will make it out to the garage. Using what we have is a good way of saving money. Homemakers this is one tiny category. What else could you change the way you do it to make it nicer for your family and save some money? Please subscribe to this podcast and leave a review. Visit my website careerhomemakers.com
This is a Homemaker Inspirations: I will discuss our day-to-day challenges as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation. Have you ever struggled with a feeling of overwhelm regarding housework? Do you get lost in other more interesting pursuits in life, and then your home looks like a cyclone has hit? Yea, me too. Let’s check in with Career Homemaker’s fictional homemaker named Charity. Maybe if we can help her, we can help ourselves too.
A well-thought-out plan that keeps the basics in mind and her body’s limitations must be implemented.
I call this Housework Automation. This is where a homemaker can map out what to do on each workday to spread out the work so it’s easy to maintain, won’t be too stressful to your body, and, when done faithfully, will dig yourself out of a messy house. With a plan, you can keep the basics done in 15-minute increments daily. And having it written down, you don’t have to think or plan it repeatedly.
I’ve created a worksheet for you to think through the housework tasks and carefully plot them out into 15-minute increments. So whether you have a busy family or pain issues or just don’t want to think about housework much, you can have the plan to stay on top of it.
For the Housework Automation Plan, go to careerhomemaker.com
This is a Homemaker Tricks of the Trade episode: The best ways to get different parts of the job done. Have you ever desired to eat the lettuce from your own garden? Pick leaves; minutes later, you're eating your yummy salad or wrap. We did this year and are hooked on eating fresh garden salads. I want to share this with you so you can begin preparing NOW for next year’s winter garden. https://careerhomemakers.com
This is a Homemaker Inspiration, and I will talk about the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation. In it, I will convey how getting work done while ensuring the kids are safe and not making a mess can be a balancing act. I tell a funny story of trying to do both and failing.
Do you have a funny story about balancing caring for your children while getting projects or housework done? Then, could you come to my website and write it in the comments section? I may even read yours on a podcast.
Listen often to encourage you, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career. I’m your host, Kim Griffin.
Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com. Thanks for listening, and have a goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying week.
Personal goals vs. homemaker goals. Have you ever been burned out on everything a homemaker needs to accomplish? Those goals can be satisfying, but a woman needs something more. We need personal goals and activities that recharge us. Being a Career Homemaker can be all work. So let’s find ways to remind ourselves we are much much more than a homemaker. We are a woman beautifully created uniquely by God with interests and desires. So let’s talk about it.
Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com. Thanks for listening, and have a goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying week.
This is a Walk Through Episode: We will “clean a designated space” together. I will offer my best-used practices and be in your ear “if you use earbuds” as you clean. In this episode, we will be cleaning the bathroom. So grab your cleaners and head to the bathroom. Let’s get this task done together.For a list of steps go to
Did you know you have servants in your home? And no they’re not your children. Here’s a new way of thinking about some tools in your home.
This is a tricks of the trade episode: this week we will discuss dwindling savings and health food cost of a affected our savings account. Here’s some tips on navigating this very expensive time to feed our families.
We’ve all experienced it, the afternoon slump. What can you do to keep from unplugging from reality or eating the wrong things. Listen to find out on Career Homemakers. I’m your host Kim Griffin. You can find more information at careerhomemakers.com
Welcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to make our Homemaking career: goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying.
In these podcasts, I will have 3 types of episodes. Homemaker inspirations, Walkthrough episodes, and tricks of the trade.
The first type of episode is…
Homemaker inspirations: In these, I will discuss the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation.
Walk through Episodes: We will “clean a designated space” together. I will offer my best-used practices and be in your ear “if you use earbuds” as you clean. For example, as you clean your bathroom, I’ll talk you through the steps and offer advice and encouragement. I’ll be with you in that space so you don’t feel alone or bored while completing your task.
Tricks of the trade: Best ways to get different parts of the job done,
- how to save money or, in some cases, not spend money so that we can continue to keep our career as a homemaker,
- discussions on homeschooling and school choice,
- goal setting whether it’s for the household or personal goals,
- meal planning, so there’s no question of what’s for dinner at 5 o clock,
- how to create cleaning schedules with your busy schedule, new baby, or pain issues in mind, and much more.
Listen often to stay encouraged, for you are not alone in your Homemaking Career.
I’m your host, Kim Griffin
Please hit the subscribe button and come check out my website at careerhomemakers.com
This podcast is for career homemakers who desire to be goal-oriented, creative, and fulfilled.