Tune in to hear the discussion, and check the links below to all topics discussed!

My friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Heather Kemerly, and I will be speaking at a local event this weekend on the topic of “Tips for Homeschooling Large Families”.

In preparation for that, I thought I would sit down and speak with some of my kids who happened to be home over this past Thanksgiving to hear what their advice would be.

It was fun to look back over 30 years and review our journey and see that it all turned out OK – and that is their encouragement to all new homeschooling families.

Please note that the ideas presented here are just things that worked for our family. Some things we did well, others things we failed at! The point of the podcast was to let you know that whatever path you take, everything is going to be fine!

If you have any questions, or have an idea for a podcast episode, let us know!

contact: [email protected]

The Forti-fy podcast can be found on most podcasting platforms.

Past episodes on this same topic include:

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.

by Ann Forti

Tune in to hear the discussion, and check the links below to all topics discussed!

Whether you are just considering homeschooling, or have been at it many years, today’s episode will provide you with great information on a great resource: Indiana Association of Home Educators.

Ann sits down and talks with Kristen Bissontz, IAHE State Representative for Region 3, serving families in: Adams, Allen, LaGrange, DeKalb, Huntington, Noble, Steuben, Wells, and Whitley County

Kristen is a wealth of information!

This is a resource I wish I had when we were just starting our homeschooling journey!

Make sure you check out the plethora of resources on the IAHE website!

All About IAHE:

https://iahe.net/about/

Quick Start Guide:

https://iahe.net/homeschooling-in-indiana/

About Jay and Kristen:

Jay and Kristen Bissontz reside in the middle of Amish country on a 35-acre farm. Jay, an engineer with Navistar, is working in the area of vehicle electronic module and component development. Kristen is a program director with Classical Conversations; she is currently pursuing a Masters of Arts. Together they have 4 children, 3 cats, a number of chickens, and a faithful dog.

Our favorite thing about homeschooling is:

The flexibility to fit our family’s educational and spiritual needs.

Our region is blessed with a highly connected homeschool community.

To contact Kristen:

Email: [email protected]

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT HSLDA

Also, you can check out the podcast Ann did with 2 of her children on the topic of pursuing and funding their goals -they can make it happen!

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.

by Ann Forti

Tune in to hear the discussion, and check the links below to all topics discussed!

CHECK OUT ALL THE NOTES!

Episode Notes

Ann sits down with Ashley Grogg MSN-BN, founder of Hoosiers For Medical Liberty to discuss Governor Holcomb’s health commission.

This may sound boring – but quite the contrary – the information in this podcast needs your attention and your action!

Links discussed:

Hoosiers for Medical Liberty HERE

Get Legislative updates, text the word UPDATES to 260-286-0988

Videos of June 30th Health commission meeting: HERE

SEE SAMPLE LETTER BELOW TO SEND TO YOUR COMMISSIONERS

Talking points to share with your friends and/or your local commissioner HERE

All Printable Downloads: HERE

TO GET CONTACT INFORMATION FOR YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT TEXT YOUR COUNTY NAME TO 260-286-0988 ( Just text your county name i.e. ADAMS COUNTY)

Following are the emails for the Allen County Commissioners:

[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]

Following are the emails for the Dekalb County Commissioners:

Todd Sanderson: [email protected]

Bill Hartman: [email protected],

Mike Watson: [email protected]

Send your County Commissioners an email with the talking points (and/or sample letter below) letter HERE and downloadable form found HERE along with this podcast episode.

Send your Health Commissioners an email with the talking points (and/or sample letter below) HERE and downloadable form HERE, along with this podcast episode.

Link to Governor’s Public Health Commission: HERE

Link to podcast episode discussing adding Covid 19 vaccine to Childhood immunization schedule, vaccine injury, and local Indiana vaccine injury data HERE

Link to The VAERS project HERE and link to podcast episode discussing it: HERE.

Here is a link see the tragedy that can happen with too much governmental control and why we are fighting hard against it.

https://rumble.com/v1m7dqa-the-worst-public-health-scandal-in-history.html

If you have any questions, or have an idea for a podcast episode, let us know!

contact: [email protected]

Shareable link to for podcast episode:

https://the-fortify-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/what-up-wednesday-nov-9-how-governor-holcombs-health-commission-will-affect-you

SAMPLE LETTER

Following is a sample letter you could use to send to your local Health Commissioner and/or County Commissioners. Simply copy and paste and add your name. Use the above link to find the email addresses of your commissioners.

Dear Commissioners,

Over the past few years, we have seen an increasing amount of governmental control over our health decisions.

I would like to request that you consider listening to this podcast episode discussing Governor Holcomb’s new Health Commission, and your important role in protecting your constituency from governmental overreach.

https://the-fortify-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/what-up-wednesday-nov-9-how-governor-holcombs-health-commission-will-affect-you

As stated in the podcast, we are relying on you to be aware of the potential ramifications of the commission’s proposals.

All the information discussed in the podcast may be found in the show notes.

It is my hope that you will soberly consider your responsibility in protecting the local community.

Thank you for your consideration,

(your name)

If you live in Indiana and are concerned that a mandatory vaccine policy might cause you to lose your job, I would urge you to check into – and JOIN –

Hoosiers for Medical Liberty:

Inside or Outside Indiana

Stand for Health Freedom (SHF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting basic human rights, constitutional rights and parental rights.

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.

New Podcast Series: What’s Up Wednesday

by Ann Forti

Tune in to hear the discussion and get the links to all topics discussed!

Episode Notes:

We are starting a new series today!

What’s Up Wednesday will feature Heather and Ann’s favorite Forti-fy-ing resources each week.

Links discussed in today’s podcast:

Sexual Discipleship:

https://sexualdiscipleship.com/

Authentic Intimacy:

https://www.authenticintimacy.com/about-authentic-intimacy

Java With Juli Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/435-whats-the-most-important-thing-the-bible-says/id1116000318?i=1000580629911

The Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender:

https://www.centerforfaith.com/

During the Webinar, Dr. Keels recommended the following resources:

Books:
Safe People: Safe People: How to Find Relationships That Are Good for You and Avoid Those That Aren’t – Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

Boundaries, Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life – Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain – Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind – Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

Book Cohort:

Breaking the Marriage Idol: Reconstructing Our Cultural and Spiritual Norms ~Kutter Calloway

Video For React19 Vaccine Injured – We all Have a Moral Obligation to Help!

https://rumble.com/v1m7dqa-the-worst-public-health-scandal-in-history.html

React19 Website:

https://react19.org/

Heather’s Transformation:

https://forti-fy.com/heathers-transformation/

Bible Study Fellowship

https://www.bsfinternational.org/

Virtual Rounds Session 10: Intermittent fasting and autophagy with Dr. Been:

https://react19.org/virtual-rounds-session-10-intermittent-fasting-and-autophagy-with-dr-been/

Keto Palouza:

https://www.ketopalouza.com/

Contact Forti-fy @:

[email protected]

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.

by Ann Forti

Creating Possibilities

I had fun recording this episode with a couple of my kids when they were home over the holidays. I hope it will encourage you – and your kids!

Recently, all my children were home, so I took that opportunity to ask a couple of them to sit down and do an impromptu podcast on how to encourage kids to pursue their goals – and how to fund them!

This is a great episode for parents and kids!

Also, please note that the Forti-fy podcast can be found on most podcasting platforms.

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.

Down 220 Pounds: Small Steps, Huge Strides!

by Ann Forti

Donna’s Story

So much great info here!

In this episode of the Forti-fy Podcast, Donna shares her, and her husband’s, 220-pound weight-loss journey. There is so much here we can all relate to. Tune in to hear some great life-style tips!

To listen to Part Two of this conversation, click HERE.

Here are links to all the information Donna discussed in the podcast.

There are so many great resources here!

You can check out a previous blog post on Donna’s weight loss journey HERE

Ann Forti

I am follower of Christ, a sinner saved by grace, trying to walk in the sweetness of life – resting in the strength of the triune God, who fortifies me daily with His righteousness, loving kindness and holiness of spirit. Read full bio here.