I'd been up for a couple of hours when I noticed the light of the day brightening my windows, beckoning me to the front porch. I put a kettle of water on high heat and retreated to my bedroom to put on my robe. By the time I walked back into the kitchen, the water was hot. My fingers searched through the tea bags for Earl Grey. I placed the bag in the blue and white patterned cup and poured the hot water over it. As the tea steeped, I spun the turn table table in the pantry and waited ... VIEW POST
How to Make a London Fog Latte a.k.a. Earl Grey Latte
How to Manage Your Busy Schedule This May
It's May which means you have a very busy schedule filled with: end of school prom teacher gifts graduations Mother's Day Memorial Day bridal showers weddings And, you want to do it all: buy all the gifts dress for all the occasions make all the people feel special do all the home projects and make all the guests feel welcomed So, you wear yourself out, or ... VIEW POST
17 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Mom
If coming up with gift ideas for mom is stressing you out, I've got you covered. First, let's reframe gift giving. I believe it becomes stressful because of one or more of these situations: Our budget is tight. We wait 'til the last-minute to shop. We put pressure ourselves to find the perfect gift. Think of yourself as the recipient. Would you want someone getting that stressed out over buying you a gift? I wouldn't. I much prefer the gift be given with intention and joy. Not ... VIEW POST
Ten Years Later…How We Made It Through the Hard Times
Raising children is exhausting. Marriage is hard work. Schedules are hectic. But, I promise, if you press on in the hard times, you will also press through them. When we moved into this house nearly twelve years ago, the oak tree in my front yard was just a sapling being propped up by a stake and a string. Eventually, the stake string started cutting into the tree's expanding diameter. No sooner than I'd cut off the string, a heavy storm blew the tree ... VIEW POST
5 Time-Saving Spring Cleaning Hacks
"Mom, do you clean certain things each day or do you have one big cleaning day," I asked my Mom once. "I just do what needs to be done every day." In other words, my mom doesn't concern herself with cleaning schedules or seasonal cleaning sprees. I would even say she has a very intentional approach to cleaning; paying attention to the needs of her household and basing her chores on that. She's had that approach for as long as I can remember. I suppose as a busy mom with four ... VIEW POST
20 Ways to Enjoy Spring
Spring is so full of promise. I can't think of any other season that offers so much hope, which might be why it's the easiest of the four seasons to lean into and live with intention. (For me.) Here are some of the ways I've found to enjoy Spring. This post may include affiliate links. For my full disclosure, read here. 20 Ways to Enjoy Spring Do a little gardening. Learn how to create simple floral arrangements Simplify your cleaning caddy with ... VIEW POST
[The Living Room Chronicles] The Way We Were
Every time I change my living room, anything from full on rearranging to tweaking accent pieces and accessories, I think, I hope, this is “the one.” Otherwise, I’ll keep experiencing angst over having a space that doesn't truly reflect who I am, and continuing my quest to create a home and life I love. What happens when your physical world isn’t an accurate picture of your inner world? I think of it like my former Kindergartners. They entered the classroom as ... VIEW POST
Do My Things Really Need to Spark Joy? A Professional Organizer’s Answers to FAQ’s About the KonMari Method
I think Marie Kondo is just precious. I love the sound she makes to describe "spark joy" as a feeling. She seems like a kind, gentle and caring person. And, I love that she has brought so much attention to decluttering and organizing, especially since it’s an area we tend to put off as unimportant, or not important enough. What I don’t love is the cult-like following. This is not in any way a criticism of Marie Kondo, or her work to spark joy. Instead, it’s a comment about our ... VIEW POST
The Secret to Having a Clean House
I used to think if I was going to be a stay-at-home mom, then I'd better have a super clean house to show for it. So, I spent my days creating and following cleaning routines, and my little girl spent her days following me around the house. Something I regret. The guilt that comes with how clean your home, along with the struggle to be present in your child's life, is all too real. But, it doesn't have to be. I've discovered a happy medium; the secret to keeping the clutter ... VIEW POST
7 Ways to Make Lasting Change in Your Life
You wish there was more time in the day. You're sick and tired of feeling sick and tired all the time. You don't feel pretty anymore. And, if you step on the kids' toys one more time, you're going to scream. You're not alone. And, if you'd like to make changes, these are the top 7 resources that changed my life. I've included affiliate links which means, at no extra cost to you, I may earn a small commission with qualifying purchases. I'm extremely grateful for your support of ... VIEW POST
Conquer the Clutter: How to Get Ready for Christmas
My mind was swirling as I tried to get ready for Christmas. "I can’t wait for Hannah to come home.” “The house really needs to be cleaned before she gets here.” “What would my kitchen cabinets look like painted white, with a blue island? “I cannot gain anymore weight before the new year.” If you’re anything like me, you’re mind is dashing back and forth between the needs-to-get-done-before-Christmas to-do list and thinking about changes you want to make for the new year. All ... VIEW POST
3 Ways to Slow Down and Enjoy the Holidays
Do you find yourself so busy in the days leading up to Christmas, that before you know it, the day comes and goes, and you didn't get to enjoy the holidays? This year is going to be different, because I'm sharing three tips to help you slow down and enjoy the holidays. How to Slow Down and Enjoy the Holidays I've included links to affiliates and other resources where applicable. Hopefully, this makes your experience a little more convenient. As an affiliate, I may earn from qualifying ... VIEW POST
How to Simplify Holiday Gift Giving
Rush. Hurry. Hustle. These are words synonymous with the holidays, especially when it comes to gift giving. If, like me, you'd rather enjoy the holiday than rush through it, I've got some helpful tips for you. 3 Ways to Simplify Gift Giving Set boundaries - You can choose not to participate in name drawing and/or gift giving. I've done this and my family is always very understanding. Set a spending limit for the gifts you are buying, and take ... VIEW POST
{Intentional Living} The Life-Changing Magic of Journaling
This post contains an affiliate link. I may earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you so much for your support! Do you ever feel stuck? Or, like you have pent-up feelings that you can't quite name or put a finger on? Me too! In those moments, I turn to my journal. Journaling is one of the most transformative practices in my life. I use my journal to plan my day, create calendars, write goals and process my thoughts. I'm always amazed at how I can start a journal entry with ... VIEW POST
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