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Grab a glass of lemonade and settle in for a visit! Listen to stories designed to encourage, uplift, and help you Live a Simple Life with a Back Porch View. Find out what that means, and how to shift your own lifestyle. Then relax and enjoy while learning the different aspects of a Simple Life - from following your dreams and passions to handcrafting, cooking, tending to the home and garden, and more. And from time to time, there will even be a recipe and freebie or two!
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Rediscover the beauty, purpose, and strength found in caring for your home and family. You’ll be reminded that the simple acts of daily life — cooking, cleaning, loving, and tending — are acts of quiet heroism that shape hearts and create a sanctuary of peace. NEW! - Companion Resource: This month’s episode pairs with February’s eWorkbook, The Hero at Home, filled with worksheets, tips, and simple tools to help you live out small deeds with purpose. Send us a text Support the show The Farm W...
In this week’s episode, we reflect on how Your Story Matters — how the everyday moments, lessons learned, and quiet choices of your life can become a light for others. We’ll explore the power of simply showing up, sharing your experiences, and living with intention so that your life quietly encourages and inspires those around you. Pull up a chair, take a deep breath, and let’s talk about how your story — exactly as it is — can shine in ways you may never realize. NEW! - Companion Resource: ...
In this week’s episode, we’re talking about what it means to Find Your Anchor — how faith, simple routines, and quiet reflection help us stay grounded when life gets busy or uncertain. We’ll look at how the smallest daily choices — a prayer, a pause, a moment of gratitude — become steady rhythms that keep our hearts rooted in peace. NEW! - Companion Resource: This month’s episode pairs with January’s eWorkbook, The Hero Within, filled with worksheets, tips, and simple tools to help you live ...
In this week’s episode, we reflect on how Your Story Matters — how the everyday moments, lessons learned, and quiet choices of your life can become a light for others. We’ll explore the power of simply showing up, sharing your experiences, and living with intention so that your life quietly encourages and inspires those around you. Pull up a chair, take a deep breath, and let’s talk about how your story — exactly as it is — can shine in ways you may never realize. NEW! - Companion Resource: ...
In this episode, we’re opening the door to our 2026 theme, Be Someone’s Hero, and talking about how a simple life naturally shapes everyday heroes. When we slow down and live with intention, we begin to notice the quiet needs around us — and that’s where small deeds and steady kindness make the biggest difference. Join me on the back porch as we explore how faith, presence, and the rhythms of simple living help us become a gentle force for good right where we are. NEW! - Companion Resource: ...
In this digital age, it’s easy to rely on our devices for entertainment. Streaming movies, scrolling through social media, or playing games seem to fill every spare moment. But before blue light was a thing, people found meaningful ways to spend their time—ways that nourished the soul, strengthened relationships, and created lasting memories. Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite refreshment, and let’s chat about those timeless forms of entertainment that don’t require technology and ho...
Finding your passion can sometimes feel elusive. Either you have too many ideas to choose from, or you can’t pinpoint a single one. It’s easy to get stuck in uncertainty, but discovering your passion doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By focusing on simplicity and breaking the process into manageable steps, you can uncover what truly makes your heart sing. Listen in to discover how to find your passion and allow your passion to guide you toward a more intentional, simple, and joyful life. Send ...
You may think some of Grandma’s time management ideas are old-fashioned, but no matter who you are or what you are doing, it’s inevitable that life will throw you a curve ball – or a broken phone. That’s when you need to sit down on the porch and talk to Grandma. She’ll tell you right quickly that her Plan A is perfect to adapt as your Plan B. Listen in to learn all about Grandma’s Plan A. It might just be the best plan you can make. Send us a text Support the show The Farm Wife (websit...
With Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February, it’s no wonder we think about love during this month. We love the exhilaration of a new romance, and the security and comfort of a long-term relationship. But no matter its age, love is a whirlwind of emotions. It’s thrilling, nerve-wracking, full of clarity one moment and questions the next. And while you may be thinking this sounds like the ups and downs of falling in love with a person, the same can be said about falling in love with a si...
Have you ever been driving along the road and had to swerve to miss a pothole? Sometimes, traffic or timing will prevent you from going around it, and it’s deep enough to make your teeth rattle and wonder if it ripped the muffler off of your car. The same thing can happen on your life’s journey. I don’t care what lifestyle you live, whether it’s slow and steady or one that is fast paced with no exit in sight – we’ll eventually hit one of those craters in the road. I can’t speak for the ...
Happiness may be subjective, but one thing is universal: living a simple, intentional life can help us uncover the kind of happiness that lasts. Listen in and learn 7 Key Reasons why living a Simple Life can make you happy! Send us a text Support the show The Farm Wife (website) Let's Visit! (email) Amazon Shop Page Podcast Workbooks Great Products by The Farm Wife: The Simple Life Workbook Simple Life Home Finance Bundle The Art of Homemaking Find other helpful Simple Life Products in ...
Many of us choose a word for the year and use it to help direct our goals for the foreseeable future. These are often words such as faith, empowerment, success, and gratitude, which are some of the most popular choices. But instead of choosing a favorite, this year I decided to step out in faith and adopt the word ‘Extreme’. Listen in as I explain why I chose it and how I’m already applying it to achieve my ultimate goal of living a simple life! Send us a text Support the show The Farm ...
A new year is so much like writing a new book. January 1st gets the exciting title of Chapter One. Our goals are the initial ideas and the outline. But just like writing a book, there are some goals, dreams, or aspirations that won’t survive the editing process. Whether it’s due to time, resources, or changing priorities, we all have those ‘unwritten chapters’ in our lives. In this episode, we’ll explore how to accept these chapters with grace, find peace with the life we’ve chosen, and...
As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause, breathe, and take a gentle look back. In this episode, we’re reflecting on the past year — the blessings, the lessons, and even the challenges — and discovering how each one can help guide us into the new year with peace, gratitude, and purpose. Join me for a simple, heartfelt conversation about slowing down, finding meaning in the moments you’ve lived, and carrying faith and wisdom forward. Because sometimes, the best way to prepa...
It’s Christmas — a time to pause, reflect, and remember what matters most. In this special holiday episode, I’m sharing a heartfelt message from my back porch to yours — one that celebrates the beauty of simplicity, the warmth of home, and the peace that comes from faith. Amid the bustle of the season, let’s take a few moments to breathe, give thanks, and focus on the quiet joy that Christmas brings. Because the best parts of this season aren’t found in perfection — they’re found in presence,...
Are you looking for a way to turn a predictable Christmas meal into something fun and unique? Listen in for some creative ideas to add a fun touch to your Christmas meal — ways that invite laughter, creativity, and connection around your table. And no, you don’t have to be a professional party planner or an artist to pull these off. The beauty of these ideas is that they’re easy, inexpensive, and bring out the childlike wonder that lives inside all of us. Send us a text Support the show The F...
Feeling a little lost in the holiday hustle? You’re not alone! In this light-hearted episode of Living a Simple Life with a Back Porch View, we head straight into the Christmas aisle — glitter, chaos, and all — with a tongue-in-cheek survival guide to help you laugh your way through the season. You’ll learn how to dodge the glitter traps, outwit the frenzy, and rediscover the joy tucked between the tinsel and tape. So grab a cup of cocoa, take a deep breath, and join me for a few smiles, a fe...
The Holiday Hustle starts earlier every year. Before the last of the Halloween candy has been eaten, stores are piping in Christmas music and flashing “limited time only” sales. The commercials tell us that the magic of Christmas comes in a gift bag or a decorated box. We scroll through picture-perfect tablescapes on social media, and somewhere deep down we start to feel like maybe we’re not doing enough. Or maybe we’re doing it wrong. If you’ve had all you can take of the Holiday Hustle, lis...
In this Thanksgiving episode, it’s time to slow down, breathe deeply, and reflect on the true meaning of gratitude. Through faith-filled encouragement and gentle reminders, you’ll rediscover how a thankful heart can transform your home, your table, and your daily life. Pour a warm cup of tea, pull up a chair, and let’s celebrate the beauty of a faith-filled, grateful, and simple life. Send us a text Support the show The Farm Wife (website) Let's Visit! (email) Amazon Shop Page Podcast Work...
One of the hardest things we can be asked to do is to believe in ourselves. For a lot of us, it’s easy to believe that God is good. We can believe He’s powerful, loving, and able to work miracles. We can believe that He answers prayer and that He guides people’s lives. But when it comes to believing that He can do something through us — well, that’s where we start to hesitate. Send us a text Support the show The Farm Wife (website) Let's Visit! (email) Amazon Shop Page Podcast...
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