Camaraderie

Dallin Oaks recently said that "“Learning languages is a useful preparation for missionary service and modern life. The teachers of these subjects can be parents or grandparents or members of the extended family.” As I have contemplated how I can pass the gift of bilingualism onto my children, I decided to talk to my good friend, Kasey Rincón, about her experience raising a bilingual family. Here...

Kathy Marler is a friend and mentor and above all a woman I deeply admire! In a world where families are often geographically and emotionally scattered, she and her husband have raised their family in a way that has encouraged their children and grandchildren to stay both physically and emotionally close to them and to each other. Together, we discuss how to foster emotional closeness with childre...

When my friend Taylor made a Mother's Day post about advice she'd give her younger, newly-married self I knew I had to invite her on Camaraderie! In this episode, Taylor Larson shares how putting the Lord first ultimately allows her to slow down, give herself grace, and prioritize her husband and children. You can follow Taylor on Instagram at @ the_wildflower_and_the_cactus . Thank you to Designe...

My mom has moved over 30 times in her life and through her life experience has truly become an expert in making herself at home wherever she is. In this episode, Leslie Butikofer shares with us what she believes "home" and "homemaking" really mean, how to create a community for yourself and your family in a new place, and the intentional work of homemaking beyond just a physical house. This conver...

Getting a pet doesn’t always get the same level of thought and intention as other big family decisions, but I believe that it should! Erin Nelson, The Dog Consultant, has built her career around helping families find the perfect dog and dog breed for them. In this episode, she shares with us how to know if your family is ready for a pet, what sort of dog breed is right for you, how to identify an...

Welcome to Camaraderie! In this episode, host Abby Lehnig introduces herself and Camaraderie.