⁉️ If I could create children’s books in 5 minutes with AI, should I? At a recent networking meeting, I shared about my Super Kay Adventure Series—children’s books that weave traditional values like honesty, integrity, friendship, creativity, and money literacy into fun stories. During the conversation, someone suggested I could simply use AI tools to “pump out” books in 5 minutes—storyline, pictures, even interior design. DONE ‼️ I shared this idea with my daughter Brianna—my partner in the Super Kay series, who hand-illustrates every page—and asked her what she thought. I reminded her that using AI would speed up her productivity, take care of the tedious, repetitive tasks, and even increase the ROI of our time and effort. Her response: “If you could pump these out with AI, it would rob the meaning of our books. It would take away the intention.” Each Super Kay Adventure book includes an average of 45+ illustrations. Brianna spends close to 100 hours hand-drawing them—each line infused with love and care. Together, we write, edit, and design these stories with one thing in mind: creating meaningful experiences for young readers. ❣️ Could we automate the process? Of course. But would the books carry the same energy, the same heart, the same impact on a child? We don’t think so. So we’ve decided: Super Kay Adventures will remain hand-written, hand-drawn, and yes—even debated over, between Brianna and me. Because intention matters. Love matters. And children deserve books made with both. ✨ Sometimes the harder way is the meaningful way. 📚 You can find the Super Kay Adventure Series on Amazon. DM me if you’d like details.

Tonight, my husband Scott and I went to Steak ’n Shake after our Bitcoin meetup, where we had a robust discussion about businesses accepting Bitcoin as a currency—a method of payment. We walked in with excitement, ready to try their Lightning payment option. No one greeted us—just a sign pointing us to a kiosk. Fine, we weren’t deterred. We followed the instructions, carefully placed our order, and even snapped a photo as we gleefully paid with Bitcoin. We filled our own drinks and sat down, noticing the table next to us piled with dirty dishes. The floor was dirty and slightly sticky. Behind the counter, one lonely woman was cooking ten burgers at a time. She moved slower than a sloth and was clearly not well. Twenty-five long minutes later—without a single employee ever coming out of the kitchen—we started to get antsy. I almost walked out and counted it a total loss. Finally, our name was lazily and quietly called. Cold burgers. Stale fries. It’s an understatement to say I won’t be going back, no matter what signs they put up about accepting Bitcoin or beef tallow fries. The bottom line: while we look forward to the day Bitcoin is used widely as a currency, right now it too often feels like a marketing gimmick—when what businesses really need to work on is the customer experience. Technology is only as strong as the customer experience it supports.

✨ Orange Hatter Reading Club kicked off again last night after our summer break! 💓 It was such a joy reconnecting with familiar faces and welcoming new ones. We spent time catching up on each other’s lives before diving into Chapters 1 & 2 of The Great Harvest by Adam Livingston. Our conversation went deep. One highlight was Livingston’s point about the “dissemination” of jobs and careers—how something once unique and abstract gets broken down into repeatable and reproducible tasks easily performed by AI. From there, our lively discussion asked: ⁉️ Is it necessarily bad if the rote parts of a job can be replaced by robots? ⁉️ Are teachers essential for learning, or can technology fill that role? As always, the dialogue was robust yet respectful. We challenged each other—and ourselves—and everyone walked away with new perspectives. If thoughtful conversation and community sound like your kind of evening, we’d love for you to join us! 📚 👉 OrangeHatter.com/reading-club

🍂 The wait is over! Orange Hatter Reading Club starts tomorrow 8/27 at 8:30 PM EST. Two books this session: 📖 The Great Harvest – Adam Livingston 📖 Unstable Innovation – Nelson Inno Our members voted, and we can’t wait to dive in. 💬 Want in? Sign up at orangehatter.com/reading-club

💡 The best conversations don’t end when the meeting does. 🍂 We’re back! Orange Hatter Women's Reading Club kicks off our fall season on August 27th—two books, back-to-back, chosen by our members: 📖 The Great Harvest – Adam Livingston 📖 Unstable Innovation – Nelson Inno After a summer apart, we’re ready for fresh ideas, big conversations, and catching up with the women who make this community so special. Two books. One circle. Unlimited conversations. Join us: orangehatter.com/reading-club #OrangeHatter#TheGreatHarvest#UnstableInnovation

I didn’t grow up with gentle parenting. So I had to figure it out from scratch. That’s why I wrote the book Parenting Forward—for every parent trying to break the cycle without a blueprint. I’ve been editing the old-school way—pages printed, chapters laid out all over the table, pen in hand. It’s messy and slow and exactly how I need to do this part. The book is almost done. And soon, I’ll be 💥 looking for beta readers. If you're a parent who’s doing the hard, quiet work of healing while raising little ones—you’re exactly who I had in mind. Stay tuned. 💛 (And if you're already raising your hand to be an early reader—drop a comment or send me a message. I’d love that.)

💥 Why I Made Public Speaking Mandatory in Our Homeschool—And Why Every Child Should Learn It 💥 We live in a world where kids communicate constantly—but say less and less. Texts. Emojis. Half-spelled words. ▶️ When communication is truncated, so is thinking. How can a child form a cohesive, critical thought if their world is shaped by fragments? So I made public speaking mandatory. Not because I wanted performers— But because I wanted our kids to be presenters of their thoughts: calm, confident, and clear. When looking for options, I chose Gavel Club over a speech team. Most teams focus on perfecting one speech. But real life doesn’t hand you a script. So I started a Gavel Club—Junior Toastmasters. It gave our kids the chance to repeatedly practice not only giving speeches, but also rotating through key roles: Toastmaster (host) Timer Grammarian Evaluator They also practiced impromptu speaking through Table Topics, learning to think critically and speak under pressure. Week after week, they experienced the value of showing up and being heard. And this started in elementary school. One of the best reasons to start young? Kids haven’t developed their inner critic yet. Adults often fear public speaking because they’ve learned to judge themselves through imagined critics. But kids raised in safe environments—where they’re encouraged to speak and stumble—grow up unafraid of being seen. ▶️ Confidence isn’t something you flip on at 18. It’s built, little by little, through repetition. When I read John Bowe’s "I Have Something to Say," I felt deeply affirmed. Bowe explores the history of rhetoric and how speaking isn’t just about communication—it’s about: 💡 Thinking clearly. Listening deeply. Building community. He also highlights the link between speaking and mental health: People who can express themselves feel less isolated. They feel heard—by others and themselves. And that kind of confidence leads to deeper relationships and fuller lives. You don’t need to homeschool to do this. Here are a few easy ways to start: - Join or start a Gavel Club - Practice “table topics” at dinner—1-minute answers to surprise prompts - Invite kids to present book reports or trip recaps - Model intentional speaking and listening ▶️ If we wait until kids “need” confidence, it might be too late. But if we build it early—through repetition, structure, and support—they’ll grow up knowing their thoughts matter. Public speaking isn’t just a skill. It’s a tool for life. Let’s raise kids who don’t just have something to say—but know how to say it with clarity, courage, and care. If you’ve tried this with your kids—or want to—let’s connect. I’d love to hear your story.

❓ What if your perfect delivery was the reason your message didn’t land? ⁉️ "Nothing sticks to polish." That line jumped out at me in tonight’s Toastmasters Communicator's Club meeting (a group that helps professionals improve public speaking). One of our speakers shared this quote—something her public speaking mentor once read on the label of a bottle of polish. He had always prided himself on being the "polished" speaker… until he realized that when everything’s too polished, your message can actually get lost in the shine. 💡 What matters is impact. Resonance. Memorability. As a Bitcoin educator and parenting coach, I help families build a legacy of confidence, character, and financial wisdom. This message hit home. It was a gentle nudge—a reminder that polish is fine, but impact is better. That it should land in the heart, not just sound good to the ear. Whether I’m actively speaking or simply observing, every Toastmasters meeting offers something to reflect on. Tonight, it was this: ✨ Keep honing the craft. 🎤 Keep working on vocal variety. 🧠 Keep refining how the message lands. Because in the end, it’s not about looking and sounding good. It’s about making sure something meaningful sticks. ❓ What’s a speaking tip, quote, or lesson that changed how you communicate? I’d love to hear it. #PublicSpeaking #Toastmasters #Storytelling #LifelongLearning #LeadershipDevelopment #ParentingCoach #BitcoinEducation

💛 Character + Bitcoin → Better World Before you orange-pill your kid, steel their spine. Because the moment you tell them about Bitcoin, you set them apart. That’s the message I had the honor of sharing this week at Bitcoin Alaska—a gathering of minds and hearts that left me deeply inspired and incredibly grateful. Many Bitcoiners feel the urgency to teach kids about Bitcoin by helping them set up a wallet and send their first sats. But I believe character is the first hardware wallet we should set up for our kids—because it’s cold storage for courage, kindness, honesty, and grit. ✨ With strong character, kids can resist social hacking, get-rich-quick schemes, and conformity pressure. ✨ With a foundation of inner strength, when our kids finally hold Bitcoin, they won’t use it to run away from the world—they’ll use it to build something better. Because fiat may be broken. And Bitcoin may be better. But it’s still just a tool. And 💡 every tool reflects the hand that holds it. 🧡 Let’s raise kids who not only understand the power of Bitcoin, but are also ready to use it with wisdom and virtue. The Bitcoin Alaska conference was truly one of a kind. Not only did Bitcoiners come together to share our passion for freedom tech—but we did it while surrounded by breathtaking wild Alaska! We saw 🌊 Glaciers and waterfalls, 🐋 Whales, seals, and bald eagles in their natural habitat, and ate 🍽️ Salmon… fresh out of the water and onto our plates! 🛶 And we had the profound privilege of learning about the culture of the Indigenous Tlingit people—even rowing together in one of their traditional canoes. What an incredible privilege to have been part of this event! Huge thanks to the amazing organizers and volunteers of the Bitcoin Alaska team—you created something truly unforgettable!

I was never one to follow politics closely. Honestly, I didn't care and didn't think I could make any difference one way or another. But working in the world of innovative technologies like Bitcoin has made it clear—policy matters. I can choose to ignore it, but it impacts me deeply. It impacts how free I am to take advantage of human ingenuity—or be severely restricted by regulations that favor one entity over another. I remember a time when my family had to stay up late to make expensive long-distance phone calls to relatives, because that was the “inexpensive” time. Our conversations were carefully timed because every minute cost money. Today, thanks to advances in technology—and policies that allowed those advances—we can make free calls around the world on apps like WhatsApp. That would have been an unthinkable luxury all those years ago. And yet, it could have easily stayed that way. Today, we stand at another crossroads—a technology that has the potential to eliminate third-party financial charges that burden so many people. But that potential could be stifled with a bill here, a bill there… and most people would suffer the consequences without ever knowing there could have been another way. That is why I care about policy now. That is why we spent this weekend in D.C. I had the privilege of attending the Bitcoin Policy Summit presented by Bitcoin Policy Institute, and I walked away both informed and inspired. What struck me most? The number of dedicated individuals working behind the scenes to ensure that the regulatory landscape surrounding this emerging technology is fair, forward-thinking, and supportive of both creativity and innovation. The summit centered around four key pillars: 1️⃣ Market Structure 2️⃣ Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Policy 3️⃣ Energy and Mining 4️⃣ Human Rights It was a powerful reminder that technology becomes infrastructure—and strong infrastructure shapes a nation’s strength in both economics and security. Grateful to have been part of the conversation. #BitcoinPolicy #Innovation #EmergingTech #Bitcoin#Energy #HumanRights

✨ Gratitude + Celebration ✨ We wrapped up our Orange Hatter Spring 2025 session in the best possible way—with a special visit from @Lawrence Lepard , author of The Big Print! A heartfelt thank you to Larry, for generously sharing his time and wisdom with the Orange Hatter women this week. After eight weeks of reading, reflecting, and discussing his book, our group of women came together for a private Zoom session where each person had the chance to speak directly with Larry and ask their own question. We talked about everything from money literacy and Bitcoin to personal convictions—what it means to live with purpose, to stand for truth, and to bring financial understanding to the people around us. It was a powerful reminder that education isn’t just about learning for ourselves—it’s about sharing what we’ve learned with our families, our communities, and our circles of influence. This session was both a celebration of The Big Print and a beautiful close to our spring season of learning together. We’re now heading into summer break and will resume in late August. 📬 Want to join the next reading club? Visit

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🌟 I’m starting something new 🌟 A Bitcoin Women’s Speaking Club — a Toastmasters-style group for Bitcoiner women who want to sharpen their communication skills and grow their voice. Because if you care about Bitcoin, but struggle to explain it clearly… you’re not alone. This group will be a safe space to practice speaking, share stories, and grow more confident — so we can make Bitcoin education more approachable, relatable, and impactful. 🧡 It’s not about being perfect. 🧡 It’s about showing up, speaking up, and growing stronger together. If this resonates, DM me or comment below. I'd love to invite you to our first info session! #Bitcoin #WomenInBitcoin #BitcoinEducation #Leadership #SpeakingUp #FreedomMoney

The Amish aren’t waiting for inflation to get worse. Today, I had a conversation with a local nursery owner who's been running his business in the same location for decades. While we chatted at checkout, I mentioned that I teach Bitcoin. That’s when he told me something surprising: 💥 His Amish supplier refused to accept U.S. dollars.💥 To pay for thousands of dollars worth of inventory, he had to go out and purchase silver coins. The entire community trades in metal—not paper. Think about that. While most people are still trying to make sense of inflation, interest rates, or CBDCs... Others are already living outside the system. Quietly. They’re not waiting for permission. They’ve opted out. A parallel economy is already here. The only question is: will you see it in time?

“Stop crying. Your tears are cheap.” That’s what I heard growing up. And no matter how deeply I wanted to parent differently, those words still found their way onto my lips during the hardest days. Even with all the love in the world, we don’t rewrite generational patterns overnight. But we can begin. In this new post, I share one small 5-minute bedtime ritual that can help you shift the tone in your home. It’s not a fix-all. It’s not a shortcut. But it’s powerful in its simplicity—and over time, it helped me build the kind of relationship with my kids that can withstand mistakes and keep connection alive. If you’re a parent (or love someone who is), I invite you to read it. And if it resonates, share it with someone who needs a little hope today. 👉 Read the article here:

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And if you’d like to go deeper, I’m also hosting a free 30-minute parenting workshop: “Wait—Did I Assume That?” We’ll explore one hidden mindset that can shift your reactions and strengthen your bond with your child. 🎯 Sign up here: https://www.talilindberg.com/freeworkshop Because it’s not just about what we don’t want to repeat—it’s about becoming the adult we always needed. One intentional, loving moment at a time.

🚨 What do food, health, and money all have in common? They're all being shaped by a broken system—and women across the globe are waking up to it. 🧵👇 This week, we kicked off our first Orange Hatter Reading Session on Fiat Food by Matthew Lysiak and @Saifedean Ammous . Women signed from all of the world including the U.S., Brazil, Canada, and Dubai. Different backgrounds. Different life stories. Same rising concern: The system is not working—for our families, our bodies, or our futures. Here’s what we unpacked: 1️⃣ A small group of unelected officials, central bankers, and politicians have made decisions that affect millions—without asking for consent. They’ve inflated the money supply, propped up broken food systems, and labeled factory-made ingredients as “safe.” Families are left to pick up the pieces. 2️⃣ The government doesn’t need to raise your taxes to take your money. They just print more. More dollars in circulation = less value for each one. That’s why food, gas, and medicine feel more expensive. You’re not just paying in cash—you’re paying through loss of purchasing power. 3️⃣ Even if you don’t homeschool, you can still lead your kids through truth. You can shape what they notice. You can guide the questions they ask. And you can teach them to spot the system for what it is. No permission slip required. 4️⃣ Thinking differently is HARD. It’s lonely. It’s uncomfortable. But it’s also necessary. If we don’t ask questions, who will? If we don’t prepare our families, who will? We’re building a community where women can think out loud, connect the dots, and lead from a place of truth + strength. We’re not looking for permission. We’re not waiting for the world to fix itself. We’re choosing to see clearly—and act boldly. 🟡 If this resonates with you, join us. 🟡 Our next Orange Hatter Reading Session is Monday. 🟡 We’re just getting started. DM me if you want in, or go to orangehatter.com/reading-club for details. #FiatFood #MoneyLiteracy #OrangeHatterWomen

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What’s Really in Your Breakfast Bowl?  Last week at our Orange Hatter meeting, we dug into Chapters 2 and 3 of Fiat Food by Matthew Lydian   and @Saifedean Ammous . Let me just say—what we learned about the history of cornflakes completely blew our minds. Did you know that the Kellogg cereal many of us grew up associating with a "healthy breakfast" was originally designed as a purposefully bland food meant to curb carnal desires? I know, it sounds crazy. Here’s the story: John Harvey Kellogg, a devout Seventh-Day Adventist, and others within the movement believed that red meat was the root cause of carnal desires, including the urge to masturbate. Their solution? A vegetarian, tasteless diet to suppress these urges. The extent of their beliefs included horrific measures, like the mutilation of children's bodies and caging their sexual organs. Over decades, the Adventists infiltrated government systems and schools under the guise of "diet and nutrition education," fundamentally shaping U.S. food policies to reflect their vision of an anti-masturbatorial vegetarian utopia. This whole thing isn’t just a bizarre piece of history—it’s a huge lesson in the power of influence and especially in the power of money. None of us knew the cereal lining grocery store shelves was born of religious zealotry aimed at controlling human desires. It’s a jaw-dropping example of how marketing and money can rewrite the narrative of a product and reshape public perception on a massive scale. Think about it: with a smart marketing campaign, an entire nation was convinced to embrace a food product with a purpose most of us would never have imagined. So, what else don’t we know about the food we eat? If you’re curious, let’s keep the conversation going. Join the Orange Hatter Reading Club by visiting http://orangehatter.com/reading-club. This Wednesday night at 8:30 PM EST, we’ll be diving into the next chapters. Join us as we keep asking questions and learning together. #FiatFood #OrangeHatter

💡💍Helping Your Wife See the Value of Bitcoin Bitcoiner husbands, have you been struggling to help your wife understand the value of Bitcoin? You’re not alone—this conversation can be tough, especially when it feels like you’re speaking two different languages. Here’s the winning combination that’s worked for so many families: 1️⃣ Play HODL UP together as a family. This isn’t just a game—it’s a fun, hands-on way to help your wife and kids grasp the big picture of Bitcoin without getting bogged down by fiat currency conversion rates or charts. Here’s what one husband shared about his experience: **"The first few minutes were rough to play with my wife and two kids under 11. But after the first halving, the light switch turned on in ALL OF THEM. It was a moment I am still struggling to describe—I started tearing up because they seemed to get it. Especially my youngest, who asked in a frustrated way why the Bitcoin reward wasn’t more. I was so impressed by how much they learned by the time we wrapped up the game. My wife was even more interested in our personal cold storage strategy. My kids better understood deflation and value as well. "** 2️⃣ Invite her to the Orange Hatter Women’s Reading Club. In this cozy, women-led space, she’ll find a supportive community to ask honest questions, share insights, and discover the why behind Bitcoin—on her own terms. 🎯 Your next steps: ✅ Download the FREE 21-Bitcoin Lessons PDF to see what lessons HODL UP teaches at freemarketkids.com ✅ Encourage your wife to join the Orange Hatter Women’s Reading Club for empowering conversations in a safe environment. Our winter session kicks off tomorrow night. We'll be studying Fiat Food by @MatthewLysiak and @Saifedean Ammous . Details at Orangehatter.com/reading-club Bitcoin is about more than numbers—it’s about creating a stronger future for your family. Start the journey together. 🌟 #BitcoinEducation #HODLUP #OrangeHatter @FreeMarketKids

What If Your Audience’s ‘Resistance’ Is Actually Your Greatest Teaching Opportunity? Ever stand in front of a group of blank stares and think, "Is it them or is it me?" Here’s the twist: It’s neither. The real magic happens when we stop playing the blame game and start asking the golden question: "Am I speaking their language?" Think about it: • They're not disinterested – they’re disconnected. • They're not unmotivated – they’re misunderstood. • They're not difficult – they’re different. The game-changer? Meeting them where they are, not where we think they should be. What if we transformed a "boring" economics lesson into a TikTok trend analysis? Then supply and demand wouldn’t just be a theory – it would be a relevant, daily reality. The secret sauce isn’t in WHAT we teach, but in HOW we bridge the gap between their world and ours. 🔥 Pro Tip: Before your next lesson, ask yourself: "If I were in their shoes, would this matter to me?" ❓ What's your most successful strategy for connecting with a disconnected audience? #TeachingInnovation #EducationRevolution #StudentEngagement #TeacherLife #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth