The Real Kathy Lee

I had the privilege of being introduced to Mary Aldrich at a homeschool convention this past summer. When I heard about Mary’s coaching business, I knew I wanted to hear more. I figured if this was something I was interested in learning about, there was a good chance that you all would want to get […] The post Put Me in Coach – An Interview with Mary Aldrich! appeared first on Ultimate Homes...

It sure seems like yesterday that my friend Donna and I were running around on this Gulf Coast Beach in South Mississippi. In reality, it was more than 30 years ago. So thankful that Donna and I are still friends today, even though neither of us live in Mississippi anymore. The really cool thing is […] The post Turning the Big 50! appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

As this school year approaches, I thought I would share some of my plans to have a calm year! This year I have one 7th grader, one 9th grader, two high school seniors, one in Estethecian School and one junior in college. Whew, that is a lot. I will be honest, the first couple of […] The post Keeping Your Calm This School Year appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

As I approached 50 (my birthday is September 10th), I started thinking about the legacy I was leaving behind. As a young college student, I was discipled by several amazing women… Susan Felker, Betsy Stark, Donna George, and Debbie Mabry. These women poured into me in a variety of ways. Some met with me over […] The post A Weekend at Kathy’s – Part 2 appeared first on Ultimate Ho...

It happened, it really happened!!! Women from all over the country took a leap of faith by joining me in my home for an entire weekend. Nope, they didn’t know each other. Some of them had never even met me in person. They were all so very different and yet shared a beautiful bond of […] The post A Weekend at Kathy’s – Part 1 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Let me start off by saying that I don’t think I have all the answers about life. I know I say that all the time, but I want you to hear my heart on this one. Life is a journey, it is tough, it is full of twists and turns you don’t expect. I have […] The post Debt, Tattoos, and Sex… Oh My! (a heart to heart with Christy and Kailee Montes) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network...

As many of you know, I am getting ready to host some lovely women in my home next weekend. It is my goal that these ladies will feel at home from the moment they drive up. A recent FB post in our THGP- Playing Skillfully in Action group, got me thinking about genuine hospitality. What […] The post Genuine Hospitality appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

What is trauma? trau·ma ˈtroumə,ˈtrômə/ noun 1. a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. What causes trauma in young children? Past or Present Abuse Stress in the home Divorce Death of Pet Death of Family Member/Friend Unhealthy environment Adding a new family member. Move Witnessing something horrible, scary, or stressful. This can be a real life […] The post Loving Children Who Have...

If you know me, you know I love Mr. Rogers. As I was researching the history of Fred Rogers and his TV show, I realized that his show started about the same time my mom found out that she was expecting me. I guess you could say that I have been in Mr. Rogers Neighborhood […] The post Mr. Rogers and Me appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

July 4th is always a favorite holiday for our family. For the past few years, one of my dearest friends on the planet shows up for coffee, long talks, and sitting by the pool. I always try and record a podcast episode during Ash-a- lee’s visit and was so excited that we were able to […] The post The Damage of Disengaging appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

This week is extra special because I get to share my baby sister with my podcasting family. Ya’ll, I love her so much and I can’t believe that she is all grown up and shaking up the fitness world in Birmingham, Alabama. Actually, I can totally believe it, she was meant for a time such […] The post It Only Takes an Hour – An Interview with Three15 founder, Mandy Moseley appeared first on Ulti...

As Father’s Day approaches, I wanted to take time to celebrate the men that make such a difference in our children’s lives. Since we are at the GHC conference in California, I decided to walk around and chat with some of the men that are here and get their thoughts on Fatherhood. You are going […] The post Thoughts from the Road – Father’s Day appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Ne...

Today was a fun one! While in Richmond, VA for the HEAV conference, I got the chance to chat with the founder of TALKBOX.MOM and learn more about her super cool business that helps families speak a new language the first day you put it into practice. If you are like me, the idea of […] The post Foreign Language in a Day appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Why are ages and stages important??? So that we can set developmentally appropriate expectations. Developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) is an approach to teaching grounded in the research on how young children develop and learn and in what is known about effective early education. Its framework is designed to promote young children’s optimal learning and development. […] The post What&#...

Happy Mother’s Day to my mom and all of you moms listening!! This week I thought I would share some reminders from a talk I have been giving this summer at conferences across the country. At the end of this episode, I have a BIG surprise; you don’t want to miss it! During my talk, […] The post Mother’s Day Surprise appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

This week I spent hours and hours talking with some friends that were going through some pretty serious issues. Ladies, we need each other. This week isn’t about your toddler biting or your four year-old who wets the bed. This week, let’s talk honestly about YOU… and me… and all of us. self-a·ware·ness ˈˌself əˈwernəs/ […] The post Looking in the Mirror appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool...

Henry was not too happy about taking a picture as a COW! I tried to explain that getting FREE Chick Fil A was definitely a reason to be happy, but he would have NO part in it. He was mad. Helping kids navigate through their emotions is one of the toughest parts of parenting. Heck, […] The post You Feel How You Feel appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

I had such a great time speaking at the Midwest Great Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio! I met so many moms and dads who all desire to love and teach their kids well. This weekend, I heard a lot of moms share how overwhelmed they were and how they were struggling at home. This combined […] The post Lessons From the Road – Families: Does Size Matter? appeared first on Ultimate Homesch...

I am back from the cruise with Grace (we had a wonderful time) and in Cincinnati for the GHC convention. This was a great time to catch up with Mike Somerville with Tapestry of Grace! I adore Michael and his family (Jessica and the girls). They are a beautiful example of to new homeschool families. […] The post What’s A Dad Supposed To Do – Catching Up With Michael Somerville appeared first...

I can’t believe that I have another senior this year (insert tears)! In just a few short weeks, Grace will be graduating high school and pursuing her passions as a make up artist and esthetician. I am so proud of the young woman she has become. Before she graduates, we are heading on a senior […] The post Thoughts about my Upcoming Graduate appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Netwo...

Oh, this episode is going to make you cry. Well, I can’t guarantee that it will make you cry. I cried. Dr. Angie Ates is a Natural Health Educator and a mom of three who has been on an amazing journey and is now helping others find physical and emotional health.  Please do yourself a […] The post Loving Yourself with Dr. Angie Ates appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

Wow, what a week! I had planned to have Mike and Jessica Somerville on the show this week, but I bet you have learned by now that my life rarely goes as planned. We will have the Somerville’s on soon, I promise. Instead, this week I decided to share about my latest lessons learned on […] The post Lessons Learned on the Road – Making a Difference appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast...

Last week was the first conference of the season and I was reminded why it is so important to get out there on the road and share my message of play and imperfect motherhood. In addition to sharing my heart, I get the pleasure of knowing some amazing people. I got to catch up with […] The post Lessons Learned from the Road – GHC Greenville Conference appeared first on Ultimate Homescho...

The “right” homeschooling philosophy. The right brand of theology. The “right” meal-planning, home-managing, keep-it-all-together parenting. Kendra Fletcher, homeschooling mom of eight, had it all “right,” until it all fell apart. In the course of eighteen months, Kendra found her baby in a coma, ran over her five-year-old, and nearly lost her eight-year-old to...

My sweet Sarah Lee. I thought it would be fun to have my youngest daughter, Sarah on the show today. Fun fact about Sarah, when she was born we named her Sarah Elizabeth. Her sister and I wanted to call her by the nickname Ellie and so we did. However, when Sarah turned five she […] The post Nobody Doesn’t Like Sarah Lee appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .