It was so fun to sit down and chat with Francesca about many of the things we share in common.\xa0 We dive into what it looks like to balance the many responsibilities of a working, homeschooling, homesteading mother of many. Francesca shares the story of her music career and how it has changed throughout different seasons of life.\xa0 We discuss how cultivating a simple life at home away from the hustle can be such a gift to ourselves and our families.\xa0 Join me for this encouraging conversation about all things motherhood with Francesca Battistelli!\n\nIn this episode, we cover:\n\n\n \nWhat led Francesca and her family to leave the suburbs and start their homestead\n\n\n\n \nHow Francesca\u2019s career as a touring artist has changed as her family has grown\n\n\n\n \nFinding balance in learning new skills on the homestead while homeschooling a large family\n\n\n\n \nCommunicating with your spouse about responsibilities in the home and on the homestead\n\n\n\n \nHow creating a home-centered life allows you to accomplish your goals in homeschooling, homesteading, homemaking\n\n\n\n \nThe beauty in giving our families a slower paced life\n\n\n\n\nView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.\n\nThank you to our sponsors!\n\nToups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com\n\nMockmill | Visit bit.ly/farmhousemockmill to save 5% on your purchase\n\nCONNECT\n\nFrancesca Battistelli | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | Pandora\n\nLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest\n\nJoin us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!