Faith In Parents #163 | Motherland
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Amy and her Mum go free wheeling without Ed! They talk sobbing with a toddler. Parenting a monster and Amy being the easy child. We didn't see that coming. Talking about the aches of motherhood, and how we can approach mothering Sunday with grace. As well as strong opinions about a single daffodil, campaigning to allow women on motorways and Amy's two kitchen messages that keep her trooping on.Amy Smith - Writer for Faith in KidsMary Shorter - Fondly known to her family as Mother Mary is Amy’s Mum. She has 4 grown up children who are all married and 12 Grandchildren and no Grand-dogs. She is a retired accountant and has been involved in church life in various capacities – toddler group leader, treasurer, Sunday school teacher, she is currently coffee rota commandant, fellowships walk co-ordinator and heads up BBC – brews, bakes and chat a friendship group for seniors at her church.Support the show
Released on 19 Mar 2025
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