Simplicity Beckons

We are taking a short break! See you in August!

Natalie has the opportunity to chat with her mom, Pam Alexander, about the wonderful benefits of actually allowing our kids to be bored as a means of discovering creativity and learning through play. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius   

Natalie shares her heart and perspective on embracing an ordinary life and fostering this mentality in our homes and parenting. In this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/31/opinion/average-child.html ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

A continuation of last weeks conversation about parenting and striking the balance of exposing our kids to the world and protecting their innocence. If you haven't listened to Part 1 (episode 50) listen to that one first. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Elisabeth and Natalie discuss the daunting topic of raising strong, independent kids while also protecting and allowing them to really live out their childhood. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth visit about the dreaded process of grocery shopping/meal planning and identify which aspect of "simplifying" these processes is most important to them and their families in the current stage they are in. They also share some ideas and "hacks" that have worked and might help you out as well! ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Elisabeth shares a creative representation of walking through seasons or "valleys" of mental health struggles. Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Elisabeth and Natalie talk all about favorite baby items! (check back for links) Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth do a little catching up (Elisabeth has some BIG news) and discuss what it looks like to care for each other well during pregnancy and postpartum in light of the pandemic. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

In this weeks re-air episode Natalie and Elisabeth chat with Dana K White from "A Slob Comes Clean." Dana talks about a few of her decluttering "strategies" and how important it is to understand your own "clutter threshold" and how this effects our ability to maintain the items in our spaces and how it's different for all of us. She also shares about the "container concept" and how this is a very simple and straight forward way to put limits on our possessions, and also how this a helpful in framing the decluttering process for children...and adults alike. Dana's https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/ (website) Connect with Dana on https://www.instagram.com/aslobcomesclean/?hl=en (Instagram) Dana's books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=how+to+manage+your+home+without+losing+your+mind&crid=2YR48HMHF9REM&sprefix=How+to+manage+your+%2Caps%2C191&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-a-p_1_19 ("How to Manage your House without Losing your Mind: Dealing with your House's Dirty Little Secrets") https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-at-Speed-of-Life-audiobook/dp/B0785WJDQ9/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YR48HMHF9REM&dchild=1&keywords=how+to+manage+your+home+without+losing+your+mind&qid=1605397572&sprefix=How+to+manage+your+%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-2 ("Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning you Never-Ending battle with Stuff") ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

In this re-air episode, Elisabeth and Natalie discuss the topic of miscarriage coming from the perspective of both having personally experienced it. They discuss the uncomfortable and disconcerting journey of processing pregnancy loss from a place of embarrassment and shame, and how being more open about it had not only helped to bring about healing, but also create connection with so many other people who have faced the same loss. They also share about intentional ways they felt loved in the grieving process, as well as ways that were not as helpful. Lastly, they touch on how loss has reframed how they experience pregnancy now. In this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Held-Biblical-Reflections-Comfort-Miscarriage/dp/1784984779 ("Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage.") ... Psalm 139 Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

In this re-air episode, Elisabeth chats with Tristin Gregory about her struggles with endometriosis, infertility and pregnancy loss. Tristin is very candid about navigating this difficult path and the physical and emotional toll of all of the ups and downs she and her husband have faced. She also emphasizes the important roll her faith has played and how being willing to "wrestle" with real and raw emotions and intrust the hard questions to God has been a major part of her healing process. She shares her experiences of being loved well in times of mourning by people that validated her losses and offered unconditional support for as long as it's needed. In this episode: Romans 8:28 ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

For this devotional re-air Natalie reminisces on some memories from her childhood and ties them into the concept of viewing all of our life lessons and stages from the perspective of "the ultimate story" and how God is the author and perfecter of it all. In this episode: Hebrews 4:16 https://www.amazon.com/New-Morning-Mercies-Gospel-Devotional/dp/1433541386/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=paul+trip+early+morning+mercys&qid=1602952590&sr=8-1 ("New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional") by Paul David Tripp. Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

In this throw-back devotional episode, Elisabeth shares some thoughts based on Galatians 6:9.   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Natalie and Elisabeth reflect on the last 20 episodes and what lessons they have learned in the process of pursuing a lifestyle of simplicity. They discuss wrestling with control and striving for ideals as well as share some practical ideas for " time blocking" and navigating the "pit hours." Oh yeah, and "Lunchables" are the bomb. In this Episode: https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Home-Familys-Guide-Legacy/dp/1630475300 ("Reclaiming Home" By Krista Gilbert ) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth and Natalie talk about all things parenting; from newborns and strollers to bickering over water bottles... but mostly bringing them up to know Jesus. In this episode: https://www.halosleep.com/perfect-safe-sleep-products/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlLL_7tyy6gIVTNbACh1p7AYwEAAYASAAEgIECvD_BwE (Halo Sleep Sack) Proverbs 22:6 ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Join us as we re-visit a few of our favorite episodes from our archive! Natalie and Elisabeth chat with, Gwendolyn Devine, the manager at Yobel a Fair Trade Boutique in Colorado Springs, CO. Gwendolyn sheds a little light on the important role the Fair Trade industry plays in creating fair wage and opportunity for people in developing countries, as well as emphasizing the stunning craftsmanship and heart that go into these treasured pieces.  We also discuss the specifics behind the growing movement of "Slow Fashion" and what it means to dress with intentionality, in a style that truly suites you. She is passionate about taking a stand against "consuming" cheap, disposable "Fast Fashion" that is both harmful to the environment and dehumanizing to the real hands that make it. As a recovering shop-a-holic, Gwendolyn gives some simple, accessible tips for creating (and defining) your own “capsule wardrobe,” thrifting first but still giving yourself grace in the name of intentionality when shopping at major retailers. In this episode: https://goodonyou.eco/what-is-slow-fashion/ (Fair Trade Definition) https://truecostmovie.com/ (The True Cost Documentary) (you can also find it on Netflix) Fair Trade https://therootcollective.com/pages/the-ethical-list (Shopping Guide ) Gwendolyn is loving: Cooking at home (find her new favorite crockpot recipe https://www.thatslowcarb.com/crockpot-sausage-and-peppers/ (here)) and Taylor Swift (she'd wear her band tee forEVER)...while Natalie loves The Beatles and Elisabeth is a John Denver fan for life. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Natalie and Elisabeth discuss upcoming plans for the year and announce a brief break. New episodes will return on Monday May 3rd, 2021. In the mean time Simplicity Beckons will be re-sharing some of our favorites from the last year. Please be sure to subscribe and follow all of our social media platforms to stay connected! ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Elisabeth and Natalie interview wife, freelance writer, avid bread maker and military spouse, Anna Frymire. As an Air Force family Anna and her husband, Daniel, have learned about the importance of creating and investing in community as they have made many, drastic moves in their five years of marriage. Anna candidly shares her perspective on the adventure and struggles of this lifestyle and offers some encouragement, applicable to the military life and just community seekers in general. In this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-right-thing-with-emily-p-freeman/id1268826768 ("The Next Best Thing Podcast with Emily P. Freeman") ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie touches on life with a newborn and her own personal struggles with change and feeling overwhelmed in the midst of them. She shares the personal encouragement she found in the support of her community and leaning into the presence of God-always faithful-even in the mundane. In this episode: Matthew 6:25-27 https://www.amazon.com/Valley-Vision-Collection-Puritan-Devotions/dp/0851512283/ref=sr_1_3?crid=23NVXEJ680QJW&dchild=1&keywords=the+valley+of+vision+puritan+prayers&qid=1613361844&sprefix=the+valley+%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-3 ("The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions") ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth visit with mom, podcaster and author, Jeanette Tapley. Jeanette is all about finding and fostering community and loving and celebrating each other well. In this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Cook-Once-Eat-All-Week/dp/1628603437/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3LPDM4I8PQDGL&dchild=1&keywords=cook+once+eat+all+week+cookbook&qid=1612755877&sprefix=cook+once%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-3 ("Cook Once, Eat all Week") Connect with Jeanette on https://www.instagram.com/jeanettetapley/?hl=en (Instagram) Jeanette's https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-time-for-coffee/id1355530534 (podcast) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie has some big news! Elisabeth and Natalie catch up! Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth and Natalie interview author Liz Petrone about her book "The Price of Admission: Embracing a Life of Grief and Joy." Liz is all about telling your personal story as means to connect with others who have either shared in a similar experience or may in the future. She also strives to emphasize the fact that this is done the most effectively when we are as authentic as possible; and that how the real and "unfiltered" side of our stories are the most relatable and impactful. Liz's book: https://www.amazon.com/Price-Admission-Embracing-Life-Grief/dp/B08LYWN21C/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1P95907ELCHA0&dchild=1&keywords=the+price+of+admission+liz+petrone&qid=1611548126&sprefix=the+price+of+adm%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-1 (The Price of Admission: Embracing a Life of Grief and Joy) Connect with Liz: https://www.lizpetrone.com/ (www.lizpetrone.com) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Elisabeth reminisces on past seasons of life and addresses the feelings of discontentment and longing for what's next. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie and Elisabeth chat with Breanne Rodgers creator of "Hearken." Breanne shares her heart for how parenting and an individual's pursuit of creating art do not have to be at odds and can in fact make both pursuits more impactful. She also talks about her love for personal storytelling and finding creative ways to reflect on and celebrate the faithfulness of God and how He's shown up in our stories and connect others to Him in the process. More about https://www.thisishearken.com/ (Hearken and "Her Shadow and Stars") Connect with Breanne on https://www.instagram.com/breabird/ (Instagram) ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Natalie and Elisabeth take a look back at 2020 while reflecting on the good, the bad and the hard and set their sights on the New Year. In this episode: Romans 12:12 ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Elisabeth and Natalie chat with NASM-Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Behavior Change Specialist Natasha Funderburk. Natasha shares her personal journey over coming an unhealthy relationship with food and losing 75 pounds in the process. While Natasha is passionate about health and fitness she is also equally committed to identifying with others who face food and fitness related struggles and helping them reach their goals. As the New Year approaches, Natasha, shares some practical tips for making realistic and lasting changes that make maintaining New Years Resolutions more attainable. Find out more about https://natashafunderburk.com/ (Natasha) and connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/tashfunderburk/?hl=en (Instagram)! ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie has the unique perspective of anticipating Christmas while also preparing to add a new baby to her family and shares her heart on the new understanding this has brought to her personal walk through advent 2020. In this episode: Luke 1:46-55 ...  Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie and Elisabeth have the opportunity to interview wife, mother, home coach, author and podcaster, Krista Gilbert. Krista shares her heart for creating and fostering traditions that can define the holidays for your family. She has practical ideas for simplifying the processes of creating and recreating these practices while still achieving the ultimate goal of investing in each other and memories that last. Connect with https://kristagilbert.com/ (Krista)! https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Home-Familys-Guide-Legacy/dp/1630475300/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PL49KRPZ6KER&dchild=1&keywords=krista+gilbert&qid=1607749821&sprefix=krista+gilbert%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-1 ("Reclaiming Home: The Family's Guide to Life, Love and Legacy") https://www.instagram.com/kristatgilbert/ (Instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-open-door-sisterhood-podcast/id1132784426 (The Open Door Sisterhood Podcast ) ... ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Natalie visits with writer, editor, coach and teacher Marisa Donnelly. Marisa founded a writing and editing service called https://marisadonnelly.com/be-a-light-collective/ (Be a Light Collective) and has recently found a new direction for her gifting in writing and educating through her unexpected transition to becoming a "Bonus Parent"! This has lead her to found https://mymomishmoments.com/author/marisadonnelly/ (My Momish Moments) and co-found https://stepbystepparents.com/ (Step by Step Parents) as resources to serve others that find themselves in the situation of navigating non traditional family dynamics. 2020 has found Marisa not only tackling her role as a Bonus Parent but also serving the specific needs of her son and other children in her community through homeschooling as an alternative to virtual learning. Marisa shares her heart on the ups and downs of stepping into the role of mom for an older child and how she chooses to "lead with love" as often as she can. Connect with https://marisadonnelly.com/ (Marisa) ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

This week Elisabeth and Natalie chat about all things Christmas! They share a few of their favorite "non-materialistic" things about preparing for the holidays and some family traditions (old and new) that make the season sweeter and help it linger a little longer. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie and Elisabeth chat with Beth W. Smith who shares her story of downsizing from a 3,000ft home to converting a Home Depot Tuff Shed into a tiny house for her and her husband. While Beth took extreme measures to craft simplicity into her lifestyle, she encourages everyone to evaluate ways they can "downsize" their belongings and obligations in order to pursue more freedom, creativity and authenticity in life. Connect with Beth: https://www.bethwsmith.com/ (website) https://www.instagram.com/mytuffshedhome/?hl=en (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/My-Tuff-Shed-Home-247012835844269/ (Facebook) ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

It's almost Thanksgiving! And even under normal circumstances the Thanksgiving holiday can be a little stressful, but the 2020 holiday season is offering all sorts of unique challenges. In this month's Devotional, Elisabeth wants to reframe how we view what elements of this celebration are most important and what we want to simplify to be as present as possible for those around us. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Elisabeth and Natalie talk about the process of simplifying dressing our kids and share a few ideas of how to make intentional choices while shopping and creating a "capsule wardrobe" that makes the day-to-day easier for everyone. In this episode: https://www.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=63895&tid=gpps021856&kwid=1&ap=7&gclid=CjwKCAiA7939BRBMEiwA-hX5J_WzLZ8hit_A6dPsAdLKbiXn5f3VCswAO2Ax-J5SN2a2yEa32JwLuxoCS34QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds (Gap Kids) https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/children-clothing?code=F9W7&tc_ch=ps&tc_ve=goog&tc_campid=Brand+-+Core+-+CW+-+None+-+None+-+Text+-+New+-+Exact&tc_adgroupid=Mini+Boden&tc_kwid=mini%20boden&tc_matchid=e&tc_au=kwd-100454684&gclid=CjwKCAiA7939BRBMEiwA-hX5J2Fz1f2NdYuOgs5MFZM7aRxL7YrRFEoNj0SQEDUj8IwsqujqwlPUHBoCLEAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds (Mini Boden) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

In this weeks episode Natalie and Elisabeth chat with Dana K White from "A Slob Comes Clean." Dana talks about a few of her decluttering "strategies" and how important it is to understand your own "clutter threshold" and how this effects our ability to maintain the items in our spaces and how it's different for all of us. She also shares about the "container concept" and how this is a very simple and straight forward way to put limits on our possessions, and also how this a helpful in framing the decluttering process for children...and adults alike. Dana's https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/ (website) Connect with Dana on https://www.instagram.com/aslobcomesclean/?hl=en (Instagram) Dana's books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=how+to+manage+your+home+without+losing+your+mind&crid=2YR48HMHF9REM&sprefix=How+to+manage+your+%2Caps%2C191&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-a-p_1_19 ("How to Manage your House without Losing your Mind: Dealing with your House's Dirty Little Secrets") https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-at-Speed-of-Life-audiobook/dp/B0785WJDQ9/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YR48HMHF9REM&dchild=1&keywords=how+to+manage+your+home+without+losing+your+mind&qid=1605397572&sprefix=How+to+manage+your+%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-2 ("Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning you Never-Ending battle with Stuff") ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius 

Natalie and Elisabeth introduce the theme of "Simply LESS" for November. The holidays are well on the way and it's time to evaluate what intentional celebrations look like. What's your budget? What other big life transitions are happening? They also discuss making practical changes within the home and using what is already on hand instead of seeking out more. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

This week Natalie and Elisabeth are revisiting the "YOUR Story Matters" series by chatting with Camille Lowman, creator and founder of "Yellow Project," a monthly subscription box that is specifically designed to address mental health issues and provide tools for self-care. Camille is very open and honest about her own struggles with anxiety and depression and how this highlighted to her the need for something like "Yellow Project" to literally show up at your door and meet some of these needs in a very tangible and intentional way. For more information on Yellow Project and to order a box follow the link below: https://yellowprojectco.com ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius  

Natalie and Elisabeth discuss ideas for simplifying and making the most of Halloween under the restraints of this "new normal." They also share dual-purpose costume strategies and how the dollar store can come in handy when on a budget! In this episode: https://www.amazon.com/God-Fairy-Tale-Finding-Make-Believe/dp/0877880492/ref=sr_1_1?crid=90PCCJLL6TI1&dchild=1&keywords=god+of+the+fairy+tale&qid=1603665902&sprefix=god+of+the+fairy+tale%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1 ("God of the Fairy Tale: Finding Truth in the Land of Make-Believe" by Jim Ware ) Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

For her devotional for the month of October Natalie reminisces on some memories from her childhood and ties them into the concept of viewing all of our life lessons and stages from the perspective of "the ultimate story" and how God is the author and perfecter of it all. In this episode: Hebrews 4:16 https://www.amazon.com/New-Morning-Mercies-Gospel-Devotional/dp/1433541386/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=paul+trip+early+morning+mercys&qid=1602952590&sr=8-1 ("New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional") by Paul David Tripp. Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth visit with Sydney Hatcher, three time author and founder of "Carmen's Miracle Makers," about her journey through bereaved parenthood. She shares the story of her daughter Carmen's short but beautiful life spent mostly within the walls of a hospital and about her personal discovery embracing and celebrating every moment of it. She lays out the intentional steps she took to bond with her daughter through weekly photo shoots in her hospital room and how this sparked the idea of a way to serve other families that are walking their children through the challenges of special needs in infancy. Sydney continues to invest in and cultivate Carmen's legacy through her writing and the foundation she created in her honor. www.carmensmiraclemakers.org Sydney's books: https://www.amazon.com/if-You-Cant-Sydney-Hatcher/dp/1649219725/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8F9WMUGDOEHH&dchild=1&keywords=sydney+hatcher&qid=1602473854&sprefix=sydney+hatcher%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-1 ("And if You Can't") https://www.amazon.com/Still-Fighting-Battles-Bereaved-Parent/dp/1648264530/ref=sr_1_2?crid=8F9WMUGDOEHH&dchild=1&keywords=sydney+hatcher&qid=1602473999&sprefix=sydney+hatcher%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-2 ("Still Fighting: Battles of a Bereaved Parent" ) https://www.amazon.com/Carmen-PICU-Journey-Medicine-Miracles/dp/1724973932/ref=sr_1_3?crid=8F9WMUGDOEHH&dchild=1&keywords=sydney+hatcher&qid=1602473999&sprefix=sydney+hatcher%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-3 ("Carmen: “The PICU Baby" A Journey if Medicine and Miracles" ) Connect with Sydney on https://www.instagram.com/sydneynhatcher/?hl=en (Instagram) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

We believe that YOUR story matters. And we'd love to give you the opportunity to share it. Listen in for more information about our special project launching this month! In this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Storybook-Bible-Every-Whispers/dp/0310708257/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=the+jesus+storybook+bible&qid=1601764794&sr=8-2 (The Jesus Storybook Bible) ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth discuss the confusing topic of "self-care" and how to strike a balance in striving for a "full cup" to pour out to others, and simply caring for our physical, mental and emotional health...better! In this episode: http://www.thebiblerecap.com/ (The Bible Recap ) ...   Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Connect with https://www.instagram.com/elisabeth.cornelius/?hl=en (Elisabeth)  Connect with https://www.instagram.com/simply.nat.kliewer/ (Natalie)  Simplicity.beckons@gmail.com  Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Thinking of welcoming another baby to your family? Apprehensive about what that will look like logistically or from the perspective of an already overflowing heart? Elisabeth shares her thoughts and experiences of growing her own family and offers encouragement for taking this next step. In this episode: Psalm 127:3-5 ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth reflect on the last 20 episodes and what lessons they have learned in the process of pursuing a lifestyle of simplicity. They discuss wrestling with control and striving for ideals as well as share some practical ideas for " time blocking" and navigating the "pit hours." Oh yeah, and "Lunchables" are the bomb. In this Episode: https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Home-Familys-Guide-Legacy/dp/1630475300 ("Reclaiming Home" By Krista Gilbert ) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth shares some fond memories from her favorite season, and digs into the the root of what makes them so special. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth and Natalie discuss the start of the upcoming school year amidst the uncertain climate of the Covid-19 Pandemic. In this episode: https://freckledhenfarmhouse.com/ (Freckled Hen Farmhouse ) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4257940/ ("The Lost Husband" movie) ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

In her devotional episode for the month of August, Natalie dives into the concept of the changing seasons and embracing each one, whether a mountain top or a valley, and trusting the Author and Orchestrator of it all! In this episode: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth chats with Tristin Gregory about her struggles with endometriosis, infertility and pregnancy loss. Tristin is very candid about navigating this difficult path and the physical and emotional toll of all of the ups and downs she and her husband have faced. She also emphasizes the important roll her faith has played and how being willing to "wrestle" with real and raw emotions and intrust the hard questions to God has been a major part of her healing process. She shares her experiences of being loved well in times of mourning by people that validated her losses and offered unconditional support for as long as it's needed. In this episode: Romans 8:28 ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Elisabeth and Natalie discuss the topic of miscarriage coming from the perspective of both having personally experienced it. They discuss the uncomfortable and disconcerting journey of processing pregnancy loss from a place of embarrassment and shame, and how being more open about it had not only helped to bring about healing, but also create connection with so many other people who have faced the same loss. They also share about intentional ways they felt loved in the grieving process, as well as ways that were not as helpful. Lastly, they touch on how loss has reframed how they experience pregnancy now. In this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Held-Biblical-Reflections-Comfort-Miscarriage/dp/1784984779 ("Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage.") Psalm 139 ... Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

In Part 2 of Aileen's interview Natalie and Elisabeth chat about what steps we can take intentionally pursue prioritizing your spouse by: Unifying decision making by asking exactly what your spouse said when your kids are trying to get permission to do things. Setting in place a designated "date night" weekly and modeling the pursuit of quality time, regardless of limitations and budget. Looking for ways to meet your spouses needs and intentionally care for each other. Aileen also shares her favorite "age and stage" to parent as well as how she is utilizing the "harvest" from her mini urban farm. Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius

Natalie and Elisabeth visit with Aileen Yepes about remaining "united in parenting" amongst the challenges of bringing together a blended family. Aileens shares her perspective on "fighting well" in front of our children as a grace filled way to model healthy conflict resolution. She also underlines the importance of embracing the "process" while working through difficult relational situations. Check out ourhttps://my.captivate.fm/www.simplicitybeckons.com ( blog!) Connect with us onhttps://www.instagram.com/simplicity.beckons/ ( Instagram) Cover art photo by Brandie Payne Photography Original music composed and performed by Chase Cornelius