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Bees and Blessing

Bees and Blessing

By Jasmine Lozano

As a homeschooling, stay at home mom, I've run a marathon, written a book, homeschooled my children, and been able to prioritize hobbies and relationships as well. I did all of this with the help of my family and learning how to prioritize what matters most to me.

I hope this podcast helps you to create the homeschool and life you desire!
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Year Round Homeschooling vs. Taking Summer Off

Year Round Homeschooling vs. Taking Summer Off

If you know me, I don’t believe in one size fits all homeschooling. What works for me may not work for you! In todays episode, I go over some of the pros for both year round homeschooling and taking the summer off.
Apr 14, 202313:22
Creative Neglect: It’s ok to settle (for a season)

Creative Neglect: It’s ok to settle (for a season)

We all have a lot to do but I’ve learned you can’t do it all. I’ve learned a secret: creative neglect. Intentionally ignoring certain things for a bit to focus on the most urgent.
Apr 07, 202314:26
The Strange Thing I Do When I Feel Overwhelmed

The Strange Thing I Do When I Feel Overwhelmed

This is a quick one but I hope it’s helpful!
Mar 31, 202307:38
Helping a Struggling Reading

Helping a Struggling Reading

Reading doesn’t have to be a battle for your hesitant or struggling reader. Here are a few things that have helped us overcome some of our reading struggles.
Mar 24, 202313:59
The March School Slump and tips to Overcome it

The March School Slump and tips to Overcome it

I’m ready for summer and if we’re up to me? We’d spend these last few weeks spring cleaning and watching movies. But I’ve committed to educating my children at home and that’s what I will do!!! Feeling a little tired of school and ready for the sun? It’s normal but we can still end the year strong!
Mar 17, 202311:17
10 Assumptions About Homeschooling

10 Assumptions About Homeschooling

I know I had a lot of assumptions about homeschooling before we started. Some were right and some were not! In today’s episode, I’m going over 10 assumptions about homeschooling that I found on the Google!
Mar 10, 202316:51
Homeschooling When Life Gets Busy

Homeschooling When Life Gets Busy

Sometimes it’s so busy you don’t even have time for a long episode description! Enjoy this episode about how to continue (or not!) homeschooling when it’s busy.
Mar 03, 202319:01
How I Plan our Homeschool Year (& month & week!)

How I Plan our Homeschool Year (& month & week!)

Not a planner? That’s ok! Would you believe me if I told you I plan our entire homeschool year in about an hour? It’s true! Planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming and if it is, you’re doing it wrong. I hope this episode gives you some ideas on how to plan your homeschool year stress free!
Feb 17, 202321:42
How a morning routine can set you up for a successful homeschool day

How a morning routine can set you up for a successful homeschool day

I fought it as long as I could, but the truth finally caught up with me. I needed a morning routine. Since November 7, 2022, I’ve been practicing the morning routine I’m going to share with you today and it has made a huge difference in the flow of my day.
Feb 11, 202315:58
How We Homeschool Frugally

How We Homeschool Frugally

Just like with anything, you have to decide what you and your family are comfortable investing into your homeschool program. If you like all the shiny new things, that's great, but if you are finding yourself spending a little more than you plan to on your homeschooling, I hope this episode will help you see some ways that you can homeschool more frugally.
Feb 04, 202320:01
Everything is School!

Everything is School!

School is not just the worksheets, quizzes, spelling words, math facts, U.S. Presidents, and state capitols. Learning happens all of the time every day. Don't limit yourself or your learner to thinking learning only happens at the table or with a book. We have opportunities to learn all around us. Everything is School!

Jan 27, 202311:10
Top 5 Tips for Beginner Homeschoolers from a Newish Homeschooler

Top 5 Tips for Beginner Homeschoolers from a Newish Homeschooler

When I first started homeschooling in 2020, I scoured the internet for tips on how to get started. I watched hours of YouTube and read articles into the night. Everyone suggested something different and some of the things they suggested, I had never heard of. This is the list I wish I had when I started, and I hope it helps you.
Jan 20, 202318:38
Your Best Year in 2023 Starts with Just One Thing
Jan 14, 202317:25
Welcome to Bees & Blessing! Our Homeschool Story

Welcome to Bees & Blessing! Our Homeschool Story

In the fall of 2020, we homeschooling and haven't looked back. We are in our 3rd year and things are getting better every year! I'm learning what works best for our family and schedule.

I'm starting this podcast and my blog to encourage newcomers that you can homeschool your kids. I want to remind veterans that they are building a foundation that will help their children accomplish their dreams and reach their potential. I want to share the joys, the struggles, the victories, and even the failures that come with the blessing of choosing to home educate our children.

Home education has added so much value to our lives and I want to share that with you!

Check out this podcast as blog @ beesandblessing.family.blog

Jan 06, 202319:55
Last Episode of Seeking God, Loving Others

Last Episode of Seeking God, Loving Others

You heard it here first: Seeking God, Loving Others will not be coming with us into the new year. It’s been an amazing time recording podcasts about simple Christian living but I’m making the transition to better line up with where I am in life. Bees and Blessing will go live next Friday, January 6th. It’s a podcast about homeschool, homemaking, and home life. If this isn’t for you, I understand but thank you for being apart of Seeking God, Loving Others!
Dec 29, 202206:44
Handling Conflict as a Christian

Handling Conflict as a Christian

Did you know that there is a biblical way to handle difficult relationships? God's word is filled with instruction on handle money, familial issues, and even conflict. As believers, we operate by a different set of laws. In this episode, I'll talk about how to approach conflict in a relationship using God's word.

Dec 01, 202227:02
The Blessing of Less: Intentionally seeking a simpler life

The Blessing of Less: Intentionally seeking a simpler life

Have you ever tried walking against the force of a lazy river? It’s hard, but not impossible. I’m sharing how I intentionally chosen to pursue a life of less over the pass few years and how surprisingly, it has made my life feel more abundant than ever.
Sep 24, 202220:58
Returning to our First Love

Returning to our First Love

Does your Christian walk ever feel dry and stagnant? In addition to remaining in Christ, it’s important to remember the desire and passion we had for God when we were first saved.
Sep 09, 202220:01
Welcome Back! Season 3 is here and we’re talking about fruit!

Welcome Back! Season 3 is here and we’re talking about fruit!

Summer is winding down and it’s time to shift into fall! Today’s episode is about bearing fruit in the season you’re in. Jesus told his disciples before his arrest, death, and resurrection they had to remain in him in order to bear fruit and it’s no difference for us!
Sep 03, 202218:16
You Can Adapt to the Seasons

You Can Adapt to the Seasons

I love living in a part of the country where I get to experience seasons. While summer is my favorite, I can appreciate the unique things that each season gives. I love the color of the leaves in the fall, the cleanness of a fresh winter snow, and seeing the trees regain their green jackets of leaves in the spring. If we aren't careful, we can take for granted what each season has to offer in our lives and grow to either resent where we are or cling to a season that has been gone for a long time. In this quick episode, I hope you enjoy joy talking about how we can appreciate whatever season of life we are in.

Jul 18, 202214:53
Spiritual Mise-en-Place (Put in Place); Putting on the full armor of God

Spiritual Mise-en-Place (Put in Place); Putting on the full armor of God

I recently read a book by Dan Charnas called Work Clean. Amazon describes the book as "The first organizational book inspired by the culinary world, taking mise-en-place outside the kitchen. Every day, chefs across the globe churn out enormous amounts of high-quality work with efficiency using a system called mise-en-place—a French culinary term that means “putting in place” and signifies an entire lifestyle of readiness and engagement. In Work Clean, Dan Charnas reveals how to apply mise-en-place outside the kitchen, in any kind of work." 

Of course, my mind went to how can this apply to the life of a believer? Are there certain things that we can put in pace as believers to live highly effective lives that influence the Kingdom of God? Of course there are! Good gave us a sort of spiritual mise-en-place in Ephesians 6:10-18 when he welcomed us to put on the full armor of God. In today's podcast, I'll be talking about this armor and how to use it!

Jun 03, 202221:30
I’ve Missed You!! Where I’ve Been, What I’ve Been Doing, & What’s Going On

I’ve Missed You!! Where I’ve Been, What I’ve Been Doing, & What’s Going On

Hello friends! I have been gone for a few weeks but I’m excited to be back and share all of the things that have been happening. This is just a life update so if you don’t care about my life, you can skip it and I’ll cry later!!
May 13, 202222:40
Return of the Shunammite: Obedience to God is always the best option, regardless of the outcome

Return of the Shunammite: Obedience to God is always the best option, regardless of the outcome

I have been stuck in the book of 2 Kings with the Shunammite woman for months now. I suppose “stuck” is not the best choice of words. Stuck has a negative connotation and implies that someone is in a place they’d rather not be. So I’ll say that I’ve been “stationed” in the book of 2 Kings. There is a purpose, a responsibility assumed when someone is stationed, like in the palace guard or in the army. I feel like I can’t move on from this story because God keeps showing me more things the longer I stay there. (That’s a whole different message!)
As I get ready to leave the land of Shunem, I wonder where God will take me next. The final installment of this series ends with the last event recorded from the Shunammite woman’s life. In 2 Kings 8:1-6, the Shunammite finds herself in need of one last miracle from God.
Apr 01, 202215:01
Everything is Alright: Sometimes the progress is in the process

Everything is Alright: Sometimes the progress is in the process

As we finish this story about the Shunammite’s son, let’s look at why it’s important to be patient in the process. One click buying and same day delivery are great, but our culture is losing the ability to wait for results. But sometimes the answer to our issues are found by being patient during the process.
Mar 28, 202219:49
Everything is Alright: Faith is not ignoring facts, it’s moving forward despite them.

Everything is Alright: Faith is not ignoring facts, it’s moving forward despite them.

Optimistic thinking, positive affirmations, good confessions. You may have heard of these ideas. You make think they're crazy, or maybe you do them everyday. But confessing good things over you life is nothing new. In fact, it's Biblical! Join me to day as we talk more about the amazing life of the Shunammite woman from 2 Kings 4.

Mar 18, 202219:39
Everything is Alright

Everything is Alright

I read an amazing book last year by Jon Acuff called Soundracks. He talks about replacing negative patterns of thinking with helpful, positive ones, or as he calls them new soundtracks. This idea is not new. Philippians 4:8 encourages us to think positively as well. "Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."
In 2 Kings 4, there is an account of someone who did just that. Instead of focusing on what was going wrong, the Shunammite woman (I talked about her last month in Make Room) confesses boldly "Everything is alright!" when literally everything was falling apart. Over the next few weeks, I'll be writing and talking about her story and the incredible testimony of God's provision, healing, and restoration in her life.
Mar 04, 202214:23
When Life Gets Crazy

When Life Gets Crazy

We’ll, I’ve gotten the chance to practice what I preach! What do you do when life just gets a little crazy and you’re doing everything you can to keep it together? You stay consistent in what really matters!
Feb 25, 202219:09
Changing lives with Radical Hospitality, Disruptive Generosity and Intentional Compassion. My interview with Amy Wolfe
Feb 11, 202231:52
Make Room: An Example of Radical Hospitality

Make Room: An Example of Radical Hospitality

There is an amazing story in 2 Kings 4 about a woman who isn't even named but whose story has been used as an example of radical hospitality and disruptive generosity to this day. What would happen if we opened our hearts and homes to others to be the blessing and impact that God has called us be? Find out in today's episode what happens when we make room.

Feb 04, 202225:35
Saying Yes to God

Saying Yes to God

Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. James 4:7-10

We've declared this a Year of Yes for God. We've identified the distractions and how to overcome them. So how do we actually say yes? Thankfully the answers are found in the book of James.

Jan 28, 202215:45
Distractions in the Year of Yes

Distractions in the Year of Yes

What is one of Satan’s favorite tools to use against God’s people: distraction. He may not get us to curse someone out or lie to your spouse, but he can get us distracted. I want to talk about 3 types of distractions that will keep us from giving God our best yes this year.
Jan 21, 202224:19
A Year of Yes

A Year of Yes

Let’s give God our best Yes in 2022! I recently watched the movie YES DAY and began to wonder what would happen if we gave a YES DAY to God? What if whatever God asked us to do, we did it? What if when we saw the homeless person and felt the pull to buy them dinner, we did it? What if we prayed for the cashier at Walmart that is clearly having a bad day? We have an opportunity every day to commit to give God our best YES!!
Jan 14, 202217:27
Building Your Temple: Take Care to Prepare

Building Your Temple: Take Care to Prepare

Solomon wasn't leaving the building of the temple of God up to chance. In 2 Chronicles 2:5 he says, “The temple I am going to build will be great, because our God is greater than all other gods."

The temple that God has given us (our bodies) should be great. Our families should be great. Our finances should be great. Our relationships should be great. Our churches should be great. Why? Because our God is great! You don't have to have all of the answers, because you can seek the God who has them. But you can take some time to prepare as best as you can and leave the rest to Him.

Jan 07, 202215:44
Building Your Temple: Plan to Prosper

Building Your Temple: Plan to Prosper

Are you planning for success for 2022? I am! I’ve heard for years that “If you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail” and this quote has proven to be true in my life more times than I’d like to admit. But we can take steps to make this next year our best year!
Dec 31, 202118:14
Building Your Temple: Pray Before You Plan

Building Your Temple: Pray Before You Plan

When the day comes for Solomon to take his position as king, it was time for to begin building. But he does something else first. HE PRAYS. He has the right job, the right supplies, the right crew and yet he still stops to inquire of the Lord. What if we did the same thing in our lives? This week, I encourage you to ask God to guide you in planning your New Year!
Dec 13, 202116:53
Building Your Temple
Dec 06, 202114:11
I Finished My First Marathon!
Nov 19, 202131:29
Run Your Race!
Nov 12, 202130:52
If You Love It, You'll Do It

If You Love It, You'll Do It

How often do we neglect the things we love because our energy is spent on other things? Jesus said in John 14:15 "If you love me, you will obey my commandments." Today, I talk about how this plays out both spiritually and naturally.

Nov 05, 202113:56
Choosing Peace

Choosing Peace

We don’t get to choose everything that happens to us or around us, but one thing we can choose everyday is the pec of God.
Oct 22, 202115:42
Occupancy Limit Reached

Occupancy Limit Reached


“Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God. They seldom reflect on the days of their life, because God keeps them occupied with gladness of heart.”
‭‭Ecclesiastes‬ ‭5:19-20‬ ‭NIV‬‬
Oct 08, 202113:41
Sabbath Rest

Sabbath Rest

God gave us a wonderful gift in the Sabbath. We have an opportunity to recharge and relax but many of us choose to continue to hustle. Join me today as we break the ice in a conversation about intentionally resting.
Oct 01, 202117:38
What You Thought Was Dead
Sep 17, 202120:12
Stop Pacifying the Pain; Fix the Problem
Sep 10, 202122:47
Welcome to Season 2!! Summer Recap and Happenings
Sep 03, 202118:48
SEASON FINALE: Who’s in Your Boat Pt. 2
Jul 16, 202131:47
Who is in Your Boat? Pt. 1 of 2
Jul 09, 202126:19
Don’t Wait for Perfection

Don’t Wait for Perfection

Do you struggle with perfectionism? I know I’m not the only one! The Bible has the answer for you in Ecclesiastes 11:4.
Jun 28, 202116:52
Go and Make, not Come and Take

Go and Make, not Come and Take

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:18 tells us to go into the world and make disciples that will share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, many of us are falling short of this command, myself included. How do we share our faith consistently and persistently with boldness? In this episode, we’ll talk about how important it is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and how to allow God to use us individually to promote his good news of salvation.
Jun 07, 202128:07
Walk and Talk with Me!

Walk and Talk with Me!

3 John 2 says, "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." It's not enough to just be doing well spiritually, but our physical is important to God as well. Lace up those shoes and join me for a walk! Today, I want to challenge you to find small ways to increase your health and well being.
Enjoy the new segment, Pause for a Proverbs!
Today's Proverb:
Proverbs 22:26-27 Do not be one who shakes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; if you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be snatched from under you.
Jun 04, 202123:20