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I'm in the midst of training two homemakers.
One is thirteen.
The other is six.
I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
They are at different ends of the spectrum, but I have the same goal for them both. To equip them with the knowledge, experience, and tools to one day be lovers of their own homes as they fly this nest.
The dictionary definition of homemaker is: a person who manages the household of her own family.
Being a homemaker is not just knowing how to make a bed or scramble some eggs.
It's much, much more than that.
It's knowing how to create a place for their families where they feel warm, safe, and loved. A comfortable haven away from the outside world that can often times be a harsh, cold place.
Knowing how to fill their home with the sense that the Lord is present. Through worship, loving uplifting words spoken, hugs and kisses given, and God's Word read.
How can we as Mamas pass this wisdom on to our girls? First and foremost, by allowing God to be the center of all we teach. By surrounding ourselves with other Mothers who have this common thread. By reading helpful, encouraging books from trusted authors who can lend us a hand.
I'm a supporter of a new site called
Raising Homemakers.com.
They are dedicated to "inspiring, teaching and blessing mothers who have an interest in raising their daughter in godliness and preparing them in the arts of homemaking to the glory of God."
I encourage you to check it out {here}.
Sarah Mae of Like a Warm Cup of Coffee is one of ten contributors of Raising Homemakers. These ladies will share their wisdom - the things they've learned along the way. I look forward to gleaning from them.
Do you have homemakers in training? If so, where do you find inspiration and encouragement?
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June 1st, 2010 at 8:37 pm
I loved this post and thanks for sharing that blog! I'm raising a homemaker too. She's 11. Tomorrow is her last day of school and I'm so excited about the summer. It's my first at home and I have so many "lessons" planned!
June 1st, 2010 at 9:09 pm
I'm not raising homemakers,but I am raising 3 young boys (two almost men!) that will hopefully marry Godly homemakers!
I love your little homemakers in training - they are sweet, loving, beautiful & talented.
Kiss them for me!
XOXO
Lyssie
June 2nd, 2010 at 5:44 am
Such beautiful girls. I'll be sure to check that site out! I want my girls (and my boy) to have knowledge of keeping a home for when they leave here. I left home not knowing how to cook or do laundry. I wish I had listened and watched my mom more!
~Michelle
June 2nd, 2010 at 7:36 am
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June 2nd, 2010 at 8:05 am
I am so excited about this site!!!! And I just got my dish cloth in the mail, it is beautiful!!!!!! Thanks mama!!!!
June 2nd, 2010 at 10:06 am
Hello there, Marie.
I am so pleased that you introduced us to this site. I can't wait to check it out. I think that I may just benefit from it as much as my girls. Thank ya', girlie.
XO*T
June 4th, 2010 at 9:24 am
I love this! I'll have to check it out-I've two homemakers in the works and should could use all the help I can get! Thanks for sharing.
June 4th, 2010 at 10:31 am
This is such a nice post. I've never consciously done this, but my intelligent college going & bound girls, talk about being homemakers. It's such a blessing.
June 4th, 2010 at 11:55 am
Very cool! I was never really taught how to do this, and have had to teach myself along the way. I really love making our house a home and want my kids and husband to have warm, fuzzy memories about our home life. I'm trying to become a better homemaker so I *can* pass it on to my daughter!
June 4th, 2010 at 6:24 pm
Hello! I am visiting from New Friend Friday.
Your blog header is so pretty!
I am not a mom yet, but I looking forward to reading more about your daughters and your journey toward making them "homemakers!"
June 4th, 2010 at 6:26 pm
Great site! Following you from Friend Firday. Feel free to follow me!
June 4th, 2010 at 6:56 pm
what a great post-i think there is something very empowering about it, actually. and your girls are adorable!
thank you so much for coming over and following my blog, the cape on the corner. i am thrilled to have you! glad you enjoy the planter redo-i think it looks a million times better myself.
June 5th, 2010 at 3:50 am
Loved this! Beautiful photos, beautiful thoughts. Thanks for visiting my blog. (I am originally from Orange County, so you feel like a neighbor.)
June 5th, 2010 at 7:03 am
A wonderful endeavor. So important! And I love the photos of your girls in those hilarious glasses! Thanks for coming by and leaving a comment. A crown reminds us of who we are, a daughter of the King! Royalty. Adopted into His family by His Grace and Mercy!!! A couple of tiara's don't hurt either : ) I'm picturing them on your girls soon.
~ Violet
June 5th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
Hi Marie, Your lovely,two girls will learn much about life and love from you, I'm sure. I had a boy, and I tried to teach him things, but you know boys.... I think he thinks some woman will do it all for him! He is actually pretty good- he lived on his own during college. Hope he finds a good woman...
Hope all is well with you and yours. It is hot, humid, and rainy here in Ohio. Bad weather for yard/estate sale-going. Heck, I could shop in all kinds of weather.... But the hosts of these sales close up at the sight of a few raindrops. LOL
hugs, Sue
June 6th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Your girls are adorable Marie! And they sure are lucky to have one great mamma to guide them through life. Congratulations!
June 8th, 2010 at 12:10 pm
My momma's main goal was just that: To raise homemakers. It's an important skill that not too many girls learn. I have one little homemaker-in-training. I have 3 boys too, and I teach them the same skills--because they might have to live on their own one day!
June 10th, 2010 at 7:23 pm
Great post! You're very wise! Cute kiddos!
I just wanted to let you know that I am featuring your blog Friday on my Featured Followers Friday. Thanks for following my blog!
gail