Dr. Heather Holleman is back in this episode to discuss the verb CHOSEN. As we've mentioned before, Heather has a PhD in English Literature and has been teaching writing at Penn State for 10+ years. She also writes books (like life changing ones!) and we're excited to share her passion for verbs and knowledge of God's word with you all! Today we chat about what it means to be CHOSEN from ...
by design episode #48: shannon courtaney // intentional parenting
Today we get to talk with one of our favorite ladies! Shannon Courtaney has mentored Lyn in SO many ways over the years and has always pointed her to truth both in her words and by modeling it in her own life. She's a mom to four sweet kids and is someone who many of us look to for wisdom and encouragement in our little community here in Valparaiso, Indiana. Shannon and her husband Brad are not ...
by design episode #47: lisa-jo baker // never unfriended { bonus episode! }
Since this weekend is Mother's Day, we thought we'd treat you all with a BONUS episode! We're chatting with the lovely Lisa-Jo Baker in this one, and seriously, who better to encourage us all for Mother's Day than this gem?! Lisa tells us all about her new book Never Unfriended and unpacks the beautiful and sometimes painful concept of friendship. She shares some really great insight about how to ...
by design episode #46: gleaning from Jesus in the book of mark // earring frame DIY
We're just starting to dig in to the gospel of Mark and today we chat about what the Holy Spirit is bringing to the forefront for us as we begin to comb thru this book. We talk about the great compassion Jesus had for those who crossed his path and how his heart for them was to set down the world, turn, and follow. And boy, that seems like a daily calling, doesn't it? To set down what we're ...
by design episode #45: Kay Warren // Sacred Privilege
Today's episode was such an honor to record. We chat with the radiant Kay Warren about her new book Sacred Privilege, which releases TODAY! Kay shares a bit of her journey as a pastor's wife with us (Kay and her husband Rick Warren co-founded Saddleback Church in California) and she even shares a few of the very real road bumps and valleys along the way. We chat about her heart for those in the ...
by design episode #44: marriage & shiplap
Today we're chatting about our marriages. We talk about what we've learned, some of the best advice we've been given, and what it looks like to love well even when circumstances make it difficult. We also have some fun chatting about Lyn's ongoing home renovation. We chat about the shiplap they've added, the walls they've opened up, and she shares some pics of their progress. Seriously, it looks ...
by design episode #43: Kristen Welch // We are THAT family
On today's episode we chat with one of our favorite writers and humans, Kristen Welch! Kristen blogs at www.weareTHATfamily.com, she's written a couple of books {two of which are on Lyn's list of the BEST books eva!} Rhinestone Jesus and How to Raise Grateful Kids in an Entitled World, AND she founded a non profit in Kenya called Mercy House. She's a gal who started writing to encourage young ...
by design episode #42: Cutting Gardens
Spring is in the air, and we're so excited to share a new project with you all! CUTTING GARDENS!!! Join us as we chat flowers, the diy basics of a cutting garden (because hello, some of us aren't flower gurus!), and be sure to check out our website for some helpful links to get you started. This really is a great way to bring the glory of the outside into your home to enjoy all summer. It's like ...
by design episode #41: Spring Decor Ideas
On today's episode we share some decor ideas to freshen up your homes for Spring. We chat wreaths, terrariums, and few simple diy's to bring some life and greens into your spaces. Happy Spring! xo, Lyn & Dannette ••• LINKS & THINGS {by design} pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/bydesignpodcast Spring Decor Ideas Add a boxwood or magnolia wreath to your wall or ...
by design episode #40: The Verb with Dr. Holleman {GUARDED}
This week we're talking with one of our favorite people, Dr. Heather Holleman! We're starting a new segment on By Design called The Verb with Dr. Holleman where we'll chat with Heather about a specific "verb" used in the Bible and how that one word can change both the way we live and how we see ourselves in light of God's word. Heather has a PhD in English Literature and has been teaching writing ...