This is so encouraging and beautiful, thank you for hosting this interview Rachel. I'm really inspired by this kind of radical, open hospitality and would like to cultivate more of it in my own life. I really believe mothers need each other, and that our children benefit from seeing, witnessing, and experiencing the magic of togetherness.
Katie, you are a gifted writer and you summed up perfectly the impression I had on my heart after reading Elle's words. We all need each other. We weren't made to do this alone. I love the way you are putting yourself out into the world, even in the midst of raising your own young family. And you're doing it all so well.
Great interview! Thank you for sharing 💖Lots of great tips and inspiration on such an important topic. I love when you both touch on how it isn’t always easy and that it takes commitment and time but that it’s worth it! When I was younger I suffered from what I called “sitcom syndrome” where I thought friendship looked like it does in sitcoms. Friends, New Girl, that sort of thing. And it made me miss the eclectic friendship opportunities that were right in front of my nose. I think the same can be true with homeschool moms and community - we see something online that we wish we had but it’s best to get busy building community with the connections or possibility of connections we already have! Also that it takes time… Sometimes it is hard to be patient. I’m early on in my motherhood and homeschool journey so it’s very encouraging to hear wisdom from more experienced mothers like you and Elle! Thank you! Xo
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this. I can relate on so many levels. Wendell Berry's work shifted my perspective and helped me see the potential and value of relationships all around me. It's easy to idealize relationships we see online, but they also have challenges and struggles. I love what you shared about working to create the community you would like to have. I think it's so worthwhile and important.
Thank you so much Rachel!! This was SUCH a fun experience!! You asked very important questions and made me really have to think about the different layers of community. Love you and everything you create so much!!
This is so encouraging and beautiful, thank you for hosting this interview Rachel. I'm really inspired by this kind of radical, open hospitality and would like to cultivate more of it in my own life. I really believe mothers need each other, and that our children benefit from seeing, witnessing, and experiencing the magic of togetherness.
Katie, you are a gifted writer and you summed up perfectly the impression I had on my heart after reading Elle's words. We all need each other. We weren't made to do this alone. I love the way you are putting yourself out into the world, even in the midst of raising your own young family. And you're doing it all so well.
Great interview! Thank you for sharing 💖Lots of great tips and inspiration on such an important topic. I love when you both touch on how it isn’t always easy and that it takes commitment and time but that it’s worth it! When I was younger I suffered from what I called “sitcom syndrome” where I thought friendship looked like it does in sitcoms. Friends, New Girl, that sort of thing. And it made me miss the eclectic friendship opportunities that were right in front of my nose. I think the same can be true with homeschool moms and community - we see something online that we wish we had but it’s best to get busy building community with the connections or possibility of connections we already have! Also that it takes time… Sometimes it is hard to be patient. I’m early on in my motherhood and homeschool journey so it’s very encouraging to hear wisdom from more experienced mothers like you and Elle! Thank you! Xo
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this. I can relate on so many levels. Wendell Berry's work shifted my perspective and helped me see the potential and value of relationships all around me. It's easy to idealize relationships we see online, but they also have challenges and struggles. I love what you shared about working to create the community you would like to have. I think it's so worthwhile and important.
Love this post so much. Thank you for sharing Elle story! Great stuff!
Thanks for your love and support! You are both treasures. xx
Thank you so much Rachel!! This was SUCH a fun experience!! You asked very important questions and made me really have to think about the different layers of community. Love you and everything you create so much!!
I love you so much and I am so grateful for your willingness to share your words of wisdom with a lonely world.