In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we sit down with Evelyn, a passionate educator and advocate for early childhood development, to discuss the intersection of faith and education. Evelyn shares her journey of founding her own childcare center, Joyful Noise. We explore her experiences with Waldorf education, the importance of community, and how to foster a nurturing environment for children. Join us as we explore the profound significance of seeing the divine in every person and the transformative power of kindness and understanding in our daily interactions.

Chapters:
(00:00) Desert Wanderers Intro
(1:02) Evelyn's Story
(07:20) After graduating from college, I wanted to work for a parish
(12:25) I think you have a real gift for people, which is attractive
(18:04) Sometimes we're so obsessed with productivity that we miss the journey
(19:36) How do you think your faith influenced your journey into early education
(22:31) Why should we not have plastic toys
(27:00) Montessori vs Waldorf
(37:50) Thoughts on allowance
(43:01) Winning the power struggle: From If to When
(44:06) Sometimes parenting advice seems targeted at older kids, not younger one
(45:07) Addressing Discipline and motivators for young children
(51:34) Helping kids understand sorry is the number one thing we do (52:30) Why you shouldn't make your kids say sorry
(55:50) The threenager
(56:31) Sibling confrontations (3,4,5 year olds)
(59:16) Waldorf and the four temperaments
(01:04:32) Waldorf education is all about child development. American education isn't
(01:09:36) Alternative to phones
(01:09:55) For families trying to get away from TV; there are different strategies
(01:13:53) So what would your advice be for someone who's already introduced tv
(01:21:04) How do you deal with sharing toys
(01:27:12) When it comes to parenting, what kind of self-awareness do we need
(01:34:19) One of my favorite things to say to children is: I hear you
(01:35) How to deal with an interrupting child
(01:41:50)The Burrito for Energetic Children
(01:49:56) The Being Good Jar: Make it easy to be good
(01:55:45) What are realistic expectations versus unrealistic expectations when discussing children's chores
(01:59) Sleep: Being good Juice
(02:09) Children in Nature
(02:32) Parting Advice for parents

In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we sit down with Father Tim as he shares his unique journey to the priesthood. From his initial unease in a seemingly perfect life to the profound moment of calling he experienced at a young adult event, Father Tim recounts the pivotal moments that led him to embrace his vocation. Join us as we explore the nuances of prayer, the different modalities of spirituality, and how to navigate the challenges of a busy life while cultivating a deeper relationship with God.

Chapters:
(00:00) Desert Wanderers interview priests, religious and others in Boise diocese
(01:14) Fr. Tim Story
(12:21) I think people are built very differently in prayer
(17:00) For me, prayer felt selfish because I would just talk at God (19:16) I think sometimes we think of prayer and worship in a certain way
(20:22) You can use visualization to help God speak to you in different ways
(23:53) You can make the rosary very visual.
(24:14) So you've got the written word and the spoken word. (27:30) How would you determine if what voice you're hearing is GOD
(29:33) How to decern Gods will when choosing two goods
(30:13) The devil can use anything and everything, including scripture
(33:31) How do you develop understanding who Jesus is and discerning his voice
(37:25) So what kind of questions should we
be asking ourselves about what type of prayer we are inclined to (43:45) How to pray in our busy lives
(47:14) Do we need to simplify our lives
(51:57) Let's talk about the intensity of prayer.
(57:35) Accountability in prayer
(01:04:07) Living a Catholic life doesn't necessarily mean that it's always prayerful
(01:04:36) What does it look like for Beginner, intermediate, and Expert Prayer
(01:08:04) Let's talk about the environment
(01:09:40) So any last piece of advice do you have for, um, busy people
(01:10:10) Do you want to lead us in prayer then, to end our conversation

In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Natalie Lair to the Generational Catholicism Series. She joins us ( Father Cintra and The Dysons) to explore the profound dynamics of parenthood, particularly the journey of welcoming a new child into the family. Through engaging discussions and personal anecdotes, we explore the practicalities of parenting, the sacrifices involved, and the spiritual growth that accompanies raising children. Join us as we reflect on the joys and challenges of family life, and how each new addition shapes not only the children but also the parents in their quest for sanctification.