How do you do it all?
It’s the question many of us find ourselves asking and it’s a question I’ve been asked several times the last few months. The honest answer is, I don’t do it all and I don’t do it all well.
But I’ve got a few things to share with you about the best piece of advice someone ever gave me, a specific prayer I pray, something Jesus did and how I do what I do on today’s podcast.
Plus, I invited my youngest daughter, Kennedy, to a segment called, Kennedy tells all. And oh yes she does.
Click play to listen in to today’s podcast!
Thanks so much for listening in to the podcast today and since you heard so much from me, I’d like to hear from you. In the comment section here on the blog let me know two things … 1. What do you do well? and 2. What is something you need to improve on?
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Love the real estate and the vulnerability displayed in doing these podcasts. Because let’s be real, it is so easy to put other ladies that write books or speak on a pedestal and thereby tear ourselves down thinking why can’t I be like them and do it all.
What I do well. Ministry, I’m very involve in my local church as well as 2 volunteer boards I serve which has me teaching, leading, and serving. And I love how this lets me use my gifts for Gods glory as I’m gifted in tearing and administration
What I don’t do well? Make time for my husband. In last 5-6 years I’ve gotten more involved in ministry and while I’ve put a big focus on trying to be intentional about spending time with my daughter, I’ve not always been intentional about setting aside time for my husband. So that one is a work in progress.
Nicki, I was there at The Well that night when you weren’t sure if you were where you should have been when you received the call about your Mom. I just want you to know that your presence was perfectly placed that night and I’m so glad you heard God’s calling for you that night.
You are so inspirational and I LOVE these podcast episodes!
I was there too and what a blessing. Thank you, Nicki!!!
Oh Nicki — I’m so THRILLED to be the winner from last week’s giveaway. I told your assistant, and everyone I shouted the news to on my social media (ha!), that I honestly was just in love with your message last week and happy to share it with as many people as I could. So this is an extra special blessing. 🙂 And thank you!
Today’s message was also SO good! You are striking some cords! I’ve also been convicted to start being more intentional with what I say “yes” to. It’ s not easy! But I do think it’s extremely important — and even Jesus gives us an example of doing so, when He was told of Lazarus’ deteriorating health. He didn’t rush off, but finished the task at hand and then went. That’s a powerful lesson! We need to be fully present for those who need us where we are, and not persuaded by fear and worry to take on even more — especially over things that belong in God’s hands. And thank you for reminding me that it’s okay not to sign up for every school volunteering opportunity this year. It makes me a hot mess — and I DO break out in hives (like everywhere!) when I’m a hot mess. LOL!
Your daughter is PRECIOUS! I love her description of your day. LOL Thank you for having her on the podcast! My daughter is an EXTREME animal lover, and it’s so amazing that God blessed us with a new home where wild bunnies, quail, finches, doves, and many other kinds of critters love to roam in our front and backyards — and all the babies too!
And finally, in answer to your questions above: I would say I’m good at encouraging and serving others. I could probably be better at spending time just talking with my kids. Your podcast was a great reminder of that! xoxoxo
Nicki,
I love your podcasts– they are so real and relatable! My take away today would be your advice about not letting the same ball drop twice in a row!
My family also moved to a farm with our 3 girls and have never regretted moving out of the city! We have raised every kind of creature on our farm except a cow! I would still love to have one!
Your Kennedy Grace so reminded me of my youngest Amelia Rose . Our greatest treasures are our children! Kennedy Grace did a wonderful job telling all! Amelia Rose also had a hard time with telling the truth when she was younger. I think in part because being the youngest she didn’t feel like her life was as interesting as her older sisters so she would embellish often.
Looking forward to your next podcast and learning more about your life on the fixer upper farm! Thank you for sharing your life experiences and love of Jesus!
Loved listening to your podcast! I skipped over others that I have so I could hear yours today! 🙂 I’m surprised Kennedy didn’t have more to say from all the stories you share. Haha.
1. What do you do well?
I think I encourage my friends well and I work hard well.
2. What is something you need to improve on? I need to improve on being more consistent and present with time with God and improve on opening up and asking for help from others.
Kennedy Grace did great today! It was so great to hear openness and vulnerability in your conversation.
1. One thing that I feel I do well is our bedtime routine. I make sure that no matter where we’re at or what time it is, when my son is ready for bed we all know what we need to do. We make sure to spend time reading with him, playing with him, and praying with him.
2. One area I feel I need to improve on is being more consistent, overall and in a few specific areas. With the house, it always seems to be a few really great days of keeping the house clean and then it goes down and up, down and up. I feel like it’s always a roller coaster.
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