Today's episode is on a topic that was actually requested by a follower! Jesse and I are diving into something very close to my heart: navigating back-to-back senior years with our daughters, Kathrynne and Kaitlynn! It has truly been a whirlwind of emotions and logistics, but Jesse and I are opening up about our experiences - the highs, the challenges, and the unexpected lessons that we have learned along the way.
With our having back-to-back seniors, it has definitely been a mix of emotions for us. From managing graduation festivities to navigating college preparations, listen as Jesse and I share the highs and lows of this journey. Let me tell you, it has absolutely been a learning curve, but we are embracing it all with open hearts and minds.
Grab a cup of your favorite drink, and join us as we peel back the layers of having back-to-back seniors, offering insights, lessons learned, and maybe a few laughs along the way. Also, don't forget to download our free Simplified Home Checklists!
In This Episode
[0:35] - Jesse and I are talking today about handling back-to-back seniors, sharing lessons learned and adjustments made.
[1:13] - I share insights from a devotional from a book, highlighting God's timing and unexpected blessings.
[4:08] - Hear how I discovered unforeseen opportunities through Money Saving Mom, fostering independence and challenging anxiety positively.
[7:03] - Be sure to follow @crystaliscleaning on Instagram!
[9:04] - I begin reflecting on the challenges and emotional intensity of having two back-to-back high school seniors.
[12:52] - Jesse finds our current senior year smoother compared to the previous one, crediting Kaitlynn's self-motivation.
[13:44] - I reflect on simplifying preparations for Kaitlynn's graduation, learning from past experiences with Kathrynne.
[16:07] - Planning a party separately from other commitments helps ease family stress during graduation celebrations.
[19:05] - I reflect on the last-minute rush to meet deadlines for Kaitlynn's senior activities, contrasting with Kathrynne's preferences.
[22:18] - Encouraging preparedness and focusing on the next year makes for smoother transitions for children.
[23:13] - Listen as I reflect on Kaitlynn's openness to uncertainty and evolving plans for the future.
[26:03] - Having back-to-back senior children ultimately brings both challenges and benefits, fostering shared experiences and guidance.
[28:09] - I anticipate the bittersweet transition as Silas approaches graduation, embracing the present while also thinking about the future.
Links & Resources
Crystal Paine
Books
Embraced: 100 Devotions to Know God Is Holding You Close by Lysa TerKeurst
Social Media
Crystal Paine on Instagram (@moneysavingmom)
Crystal Paine on Instagram (@crystaliscleaning)
Crystal Paine on LinkedIn
Crystal Paine on Twitter
Crystal Paine on Goodreads
Money Saving Mom
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Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group
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