The Durenda Wilson Podcast

Our Family's Favorite Christmas Movies

Our Family's Favorite Christmas Traditions

Wilson Family Christmas Playlist (Spotify)

Unhurried Christmas Playlist (Spotify)

RECIPES:

Gen's (Jen's) Potatoes

10 large potatoes, cooked, drained, and blended with hand mixer.

1 8 oz pkg cream cheese

1 c sour cream

1/2-1 t garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

(1 cube of butter melted/paprika)

Beat all until fluffy and spread into a buttered 9x13 glass baking dish.

Drizzle with melted butter, sprinkle with paprika, and refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes if already warm and 40-60 minutes if refrigerated.

Curried Fruit

1 15 oz can of peaches, drained

1 15 oz can of pears, drained

1 15 oz can pineapple, drained

Place fruit in a 9x13 glass baking dish

Melt 1/3-1/2 c melted butter and add 1-2 t curry and 1/3-1/2 c brown sugar

Drizzle over fruit and bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes

Pecan Fudge Pie

Use a basic recipe for Pecan Pie, but before you pour the filling into the pie shell, layer the bottom of the pie crust with 1 c chocolate chips, then pour the filling over top and bake.

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Friday Dec 01, 2023

When Christmas Doesn’t Fit Into Your Budget (Podcast 473)

Friday Dec 01, 2023

Christmas can be a wonderful time of the year, but also very stressful. If you live on a limited budget (like most of us), you might be looking for ways to give this Christmas without breaking the bank!

Gift in a Jar Ideas

Fort Kit

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Monday Nov 27, 2023

When Our Kids Interrupt (Podcast 472)

Monday Nov 27, 2023

Interrupting can be one of the more frustrating parts of parenting so I thought I'd address this topic with helpful suggestions and reasons why addressing this is so important!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Nurturing Sibling Relationship Series (this is the first of 3)

Scriptures mentioned in this episode:

Hebrews 12:11

Proverbs 25:28

2 Timothy 1:7

1 Corin. 9:27

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Friday Nov 24, 2023

The Role of Grandparents (Podcast 471)

Friday Nov 24, 2023

It can be challenging to know what the role of grandparents actually is in the lives of their grandchildren.

Today I'm going to share my perspective based on experience, but also on God's word.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Excel Camp (chose "Durenda Wilson" for $100 off)

CTC Math

Gentle Encouragement for Mothers-in-Law

Proverbs 17:6

Psalm 92:14

Proverbs 16:31

2 Timothy 1:5-7

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Monday Nov 20, 2023

A Biblical Perspective on Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims (Podcast 470)

Monday Nov 20, 2023

Domestic abuse is more common than we would like to think and homeschooling families are not immune that's why I wanted to address this topic in a way that would better equip us as wives and moms. Whether it's something that's happening in your home, you suspect it is happening to someone you know or you would just like to know more for future reference, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

With compassion and kindness, Darby Strickland brings much-needed biblical clarity to this topic.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Called to Peace Ministries

Is It Abuse?

The Excel Camp (Select "Durenda Wilson" for $100 off the camp!)

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Friday Nov 17, 2023

A Return to Play - Makes Parenting Easier and Preps Our Kids for the Future (Podcast 469).mp3

Friday Nov 17, 2023

Not that long ago, time for unstructured play was naturally built into a child's daily rhythm. Today, it's something that we as parents have to fight for.

As a mom to eight kids, I needed my kids to spend time playing each day, for their sake and for mine. Little did I know the incredible benefits that that simple daily ritual would yield.

Today I'm chatting with Ginny Yurich from 1000 Hours Outside about the essential need our children have for play and the countless benefits both kids and parents experience from making this a priority!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Until the Streetlights Come On

Ways to connect with Ginny:

1000 Hours Outside

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Monday Nov 13, 2023

Our Family’s Homesteading Story (Podcast 468)

Monday Nov 13, 2023

A while back I talked about concerns I had about 2024. This episode ties into that message as I share an update on our family and answered prayers. I'll also be pulling our family experience from the past and seeing how God has tied it to our present. It really is amazing how He answers prayers in unexpected, but meaningful ways. I pray this will inspire you to keep trusting God for all things concerning your family and their future!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Excel Camp (click "Durenda Wilson" for $100 off!)

Search for Episodes on The Durenda Wilson Podcast

The Family Garden Plan: Grow a Year's Worth of Healthy and Sustainable Food by Melissa K Norris

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Friday Nov 10, 2023

Homesteading Science Curriculum for Kids (Podcast 467)

Friday Nov 10, 2023

More families than ever are interested in homesteading. Whether you are moving forward with this lifestyle, dreaming about it, or would simply like your kids to learn science, social science, and health in a very practical way, you won't want to miss today's episode!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

www.thehomesteadeducation.com

Connect with Kody and Homestead Education:

Instagram

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Monday Nov 06, 2023

Why Anyone Can Homeschool (Podcast 466)

Monday Nov 06, 2023

Have you doubted your ability to homeschool? Whether you are already homeschooling and could use some encouragement or simply thinking of homeschooling this is the episode for you!

Today Nicki Truesdale and I have an encouraging conversation about why anyone can homeschool!

If I had to describe this episode in one word, it would be "FREEDOM"!!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

nickitruesdell.com

Facebook

Instagram

Anyone Can Homeschool

Anyone Can Homeschool (including Audible)

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Friday Nov 03, 2023

Creating Seasonal Rhythms with Our Kids (Podcast 465)

Friday Nov 03, 2023

The holiday season can be a wonderful time of year to take a break from the normal rhythms of homeschooling and really focus on seasonal rhythms like Advent.

Today we are going to be talking more about what seasonal rhythms are, why they are important, and how to find rhythms that are good for your family.

Resources mentioned in this episode: