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Welcome to our casual conversation about Imbolc, HK Book Club, and all the random thoughts we have to share. Honestly, this is a giant book episode. We talk about goals and resolutions, undecorating for Christmas and decorating for winter, adding in more color, the books we're reading, and our schedule setup. February Give Away: Four Salad Plates Show Notes: The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Schaeffer Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily A. Jensen and Laura WiflerWintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine MayPlanet Narnia: The Seven Heavens in the Imagination of CS Lewis by Michael WardMoby Dick by Herman MelvilleThe Chronicles of Narnia by CS LewisThe Space Trilogy by CS LewisThe Home Bird: Creating Joyful Interiors Where Old Meets New by Elle HervinNourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Doctorats by Sally FallonThe Story of Civilization and the Lessons of History, 11 Vols by Will and Ariel DurantThe Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr SolzhenitsynThe Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor DostoevskyHard Core History PodcastThe Complete Book of Home Organization: 200+ Tips and Projects by Toni HammersleyRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ Ramsey

A healthy homemaker has a healthy and robust community! We aren't meant to carry on all on our own. The community we invest ourselves in is important. It keeps us from stagnating, it provides correction, depth, and support. (Note: We changed the next giveaway.) Show Notes: Home Comforts by Cheryl MendelsonThe Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferSEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper byHoward E. Wasdin and Stephen Templin“The more you train in peace, the less you bleed in war.”The Art of Frugal Hedonism: A Guide to Spending Less While Enjoying Everything More by Annie Raser-RowlandThe Art of Stuff Article (Coming Feb. 9)

Today we have a wonderful guest: Sarah D. from @bookstacksandbarbells. Join us for this long conversation about weight training, dieting, and health. DM her and mention that you heard her on our HearthKeepers Podcast, and she'll make sure you get an exclusive deal! Show Notes: The complete Book of Home Organization: 200+ Tips and Projects by Toni HammersleyThe Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferGod in the Dock by CS LewisSurf Lessons: Stories of an Eastern Surfer by Earl ShoresThe Weight of Glory by CS LewisPlanet Narnia: The Seven Heavens in the Imagination of CS Lewis by Michael Ward

From thoughts on the long, dark days to the magic of the week between holidays to our thoughts on self-care, this is a fun conversation...or at least we had fun. Plus, our suggestions for Christmas movies and books. Merry Christmas, HearthKeepers! Show Notes: The Complete Book of Home Organization: 200+ Tips and Projects by Toni Hammersley The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferThe Nature of Autumn by Jim CrumleyWintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May Christmas with Anne and Other Holiday Stories by LMMontgomerySarah’s Favorite Christmas Movies: KrampusGremlinsChristmas with the Kranks Home AloneAbby’s Favorite Christmas Movies: White Christmas ElfMuppet’s Christmas CarolDie HardSarah’s Favorite Christmas Books: A Christmas Carol by Charles DickensDash & Lily’s Book of Dares by Rachel CohnHandel’s Messiah Family Advent ReaderAbby’s Favorite Christmas Books: A Christmas Carol by Charles DickensOld Christmas by Washington IrvingLetters from Father Christmas by JRR TolkienOn Fairy-Stories by JRR Tolkien

Rest, recreation, and education are all important aspects of appropriate self-care. In this episode we'll discuss each in some detail. Show Notes: The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferGK Chesterton Quote: The home is not the one tame place in the world of adventure; it is the one wild place in the world of rules and set tasks.Something Wicked This Way Comes, Fahrenheit 451, Halloween Tree, and Dandelion Wine by Ray BradburyOne Look (Excuse the interruption in this episode. There was a windstorm messing with Abby’s internet. Consider it your intermission.)

Abby was so excited about this episode! Check it out to learn about why what we wear is important, pitfalls, thoughts on modesty, homemaker uniforms, and some basic style tips. (Don't worry, Skaði was totally fine. She was just mad that she had to wait her turn in the favorite nesting box.) Show Notes: The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferThe Wind in the Willows by Kenneth GrahameImage is ImportantTo Dress or Not to Dress, That is the QuestionWhat Not to Wear by Trinny Woodall and Susannah ConstantineThe Curated Closet by Anuschka Rees

Welcome to Season 6, ladies! This season is all about self-care! Now if you're like Abby and you kinda cringe a bit when you hear that term, never fear. We're going to start by defining self-care, explaining what it is and what it isn't. This is going to be a fun, dense season, so pour that cup of coffee or that bourbon, light those candles, and get cozy. Show Notes: Rembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyThe Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith SchaefferBird by Bird by Anne Lamott Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien Homemaker ChicThe Long Winter by Laura Ingalls WilderThe Virtues EpisodeThe Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor DostoevskyThe Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr SolzhenitsynAnne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery “Self-care is the practice of taking care of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life to promotehealth and wellness. The main goal of self-care is to prevent or control disease and preserve overall well-being through consistently taking care of various aspects of your health. Fora person to practice true self-care, they must use personal responsibility and self-reliance in a way that positively impacts their health in the current moment and the future. "(www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-self-care-5212781)

Today, we're wrapping up Season 5: Hospitality, as well as discussing our plans for Samhain and how we plan to utilize this cross-quarter day. We also had some visitors pop in at the end of the episode. If life isn't interrupted, are you even a homemaker?It's been a wonderful season with lots of beautiful guests. We've so enjoyed talking about hospitality in all its various forms with everyone. We hope you've enjoyed it too. Show Notes: Little House in the Ozarks by Laura Ingalls WilderRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyWatership Down by Richard Adams An Army at Dawn by Rick AtkinsonOctober Dreams: A Celebration of Halloween edited by Richard Chizmar My Dear Hemlock by Tilly Dillehay The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott Summa Domestica: Order and Wonder in Family Living, Vol. 3, Housekeeping by Leila LawlerOver The Garden Wall Coraline SoundtrackFrugal Christmas

In today’s episode, Liz shares about Lifestyle and Responsive Hospitality. She’s had to learn to be casual, flexible, and ready to go when people have needs. She talks about what she keeps on hand and questions she asks, along with debriefing with her husband. From hosting in a small home, mistakes in meal choices, and going from a system to a flexible flow, this episode covers a lot of helpful ground. Show Notes: Little House in the Ozarks by Laura Ingalls WilderRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyGroupMe Daily Thanksgivings Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must be Done by Mystie WinklerPumpkin Spice Simmer Pot: Pin on Air of the CastleThe Three Musketeers by Alexandre DumasLife in the In-Between: Facing Anxiety and Afflictions as Christians by Samuel D. RenihanLeaving Room Series

One of our goals for this season was to share a wide variety of hospitality. Emily Ward, our guest today, tells us what it is like to work in the Hospitality Industry, to practice hospitality on a professional level. There are lots of wonderful things we can learn about how to manage our work from some of the things Emily shares. We also have some fun “worst hotel” stories. Show Notes: Rembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyUnreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More than They Expect by Will GuidaraLauren Parker’s Episode

What a wonderful conversation we had with Lauren Parker! This episode is full of heartfelt advice on hosting more formal events like Book Clubs, Showers, Evening Parties, and Tea Parties. Lauren shares about working with her kids, elevating the event, and what you might need on hand. She also gives lots of advice on how to be frugal in your hospitality. Show Notes: The Nature of Autumn by Jim CrumleyWelcome Home: A Cozy Minimalist Guide to Decorating and Hosting All Year Around by Myquillyn SmithThe Wedding Dress Sewing Circle by Jennifer RyanOctober Dreams: A Celebration of Halloween edited by Richard Chizmar

Happy 1st Official Day of Autumn! In honor of the season, we're sharing a bonus episode going over using this time to bless our homes and families. We also have a special guest, Rachel Atterholt! She's going to share some of her thoughts about our Book Club Read: Simplified Organization by Mystie Winckler. Rachel is a single homemaker, so her take on it is a little different. Join us over on GroupMe to join our Book Club! We do apologize for how rough this recording is. We had quite a few technical difficulties. A big thanks to Andy for working so hard on it!Show Notes: Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done by Mystie WincklerWhat It is Like to Go to War by Karl MarlantesMatterhorn by Karl MarlantesRachel’s Podcast: CinelitStargate Atlantis: A quick correction, Abby said the episodes where she fell in love with the show were at the end of Season 1. They are, in fact, episodes 9 and 10 of Season 1: The Eye and The Storm.Autumn Playlist: Of Shivering Leaves and Cozy FiresOver the Garden WallThe Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix

Our first guest of season 5: Hospitality is Deanna Brown! She's going to share both how she thinks about Hospitality and the practical things she does. We trust this will be an encouraging and helpful episode. If you have any questions for Deanna or us, leave them in the comments, and we'll get them answered. Show Notes: The Pearl by John SteinbeckThe Grapes of Wrath by John SteinbeckA Farewell to Arms by Earnest HemingwayDavid Copperfield by Charles DickensWelcome Home: A Cozy Minimalist Guide to Decorating and Hosting All Year Round by Myquillyn SmithRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ Ramsey

Before we get to all our special guests, we're sharing this episode with practical ways to meet physical and emotional needs. This should encourage us in our work both in tending our people and welcoming others into our homes. Show Notes: Seal of Honor:Operation Red Wings and the Life of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, USN by Gary WilliamsGates of Fire by Steven PressfieldSumma Domestica: Order and Wonder in Family Life, Vol. 3 – Housekeeping by Leila LawlerRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyThe Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well by Meik WikingLove the Home You Have by Melissa Michels Alexander Solzhenitsyn Speaks to the West by Aleksandr SolzhenitsynThe Moon is Down by John SteinbeckThe Man Who Was Thursday by GK ChestertonHospitality: Physical NeedsHospitality: Emotional Needs

Happy Anniversary to the Podcast! Thank you, ladies, for your support! It's been really helpful to us to work on this project, and we hope it's been a blessing to all of you. In this episode, we define hospitality, set some boundaries, and share some helpful quotes. We also address the elephant in the room...The Gospel Comes with a Housekey by Rosaria Butterfield. Show Notes: Loving the Little Years: Motherhood in the Trenches by Rachel Jankovic Creative Mending: Beautiful Darning, Patching and Stitching Techniques by Hikaru Noguchi Embroidery: The Ideal Guide to Stitching, Whatever Your Level of Expertise by Lucinda GandertonRembrandt is in the Wind by Russ RamseyThe Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well by Meik WikingSimplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must be Done by Mystie Winkler HearthKeeper Hospitality Articles: Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4