Life happens. And you're human. So, it makes complete sense that every now and then, we have a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. When that happens, try these self care ideas for stress relief. 5 Unique Self Care Ideas for Stress Relief Making time for self care during stressful times isn't just a luxury. That stress is your body's way of asking for some self care. These ideas are great activities to improve mental health. Take a Personal Time Out Our culture praises ... VIEW POST
5 Self Care Ideas for Stress Relief
He Calls Me By Name
Every year as we enter into Advent season and prepare our hearts for Christmas, I say a little prayer. Nothing long, nothing fancy, just a simple prayer. Several weeks ago, as the movie credits were rolling, I took my cell phone out of my purse to check for messages when I discovered this text from my mom. Names are starting to come back to your Dad and he's been saying your name all day. Tears immediately welled up in my eyes and by the time I finished reading that last sentence...he's been ... VIEW POST
Dear Krista: An Open Letter to My Niece for her Bridal Shower
Writing has always been my preferred method of communication. So, when I couldn't attend my niece's bridal shower, I decided to do what I do best, get out a pen and paper and write her a personal letter. A Personal Letter to My Niece for Her Bridal Shower Dear Krista, Your first bridal shower, and the first in our family out of the grandkids, is today. Usually at bridal showers, there are blank cards for guests to share advice with the bride. Since I cannot be there today, ... VIEW POST
How a Three Dollar Carafe Helped Me Overcome Low Self-Esteem
Do you suffer from low self-esteem and lack of confidence? If you answered yes, you're not alone. And today, I want to come alongside you and share some of the ways I've been able to overcome low self-esteem. "I can get by without new t-shirts." "I can't afford this chalkboard right now." "I don't really need this carafe," I would reason with myself. But this time browsing the aisles of Target was different, and 2 t-shirts2 salt & pepper shakers2 small carafes1 - 4 ... VIEW POST
How to Start a Self-Care Routine You Can Stick to
Adding a self-care routine to your day can feel like just one more thing you don't have time for. But you do. Let me show how to start a self-care routine you can stick to. How Do I Start a Self Care Routine? Developing a self-care routine takes time, trial and error. You may even fall off the wagon a few times, but the point is to implement change and make progress. 9 Tips for Beginning Your Self-Care Routine I know there's not a lot of time in the day. But I also know the ... VIEW POST
Adding a self-care routine to your day can feel like just one more thing you don't have time for. But you do. Let me show how to incorporate a daily self-care routine you can stick to.
Creating a House Cleaning Routine You Can Stick To
Last night's dishes are still in the sink. Kid's toys are scattered across the living room floor. That chair in your room, the one you put there as a place to sit and just be, is hidden under laundry you're too tired to fold. Keeping up with a house cleaning routine is hard work. And when we're tired and overwhelmed, something has to give. A lot of times, we choose the house, telling ourselves that a clean home is just not that important right now, that other things matter ... VIEW POST
His and Hers Bathroom Cabinet Organization
I took a little bit of a different approach to organizing our bathroom cabinets this time around. While I did sort like things together, I separated them by use as well as taking into account our individual organizing personalities to create a His and Hers Bathroom Cabinet Organization system. Matt likes to keep his things close by. Keeping that in mind, I put everything he uses on a daily basis into one tub: deodorant, hair gel, comb, face wipes, prescriptions... (I just felt like trying my ... VIEW POST
How to Make Canned Biscuit Donuts
One day, I was looking through the pantry taking note of the things Matt bought at the grocery store: corn, green beans, tomato paste, Rotel, black beans... I smiled as I wondered what he had in mind for those seemingly random ingredients. Then, I opened the fridge to see Coke and Dr. Pepper (my favorite soda), a can of cinnamon rolls and a 4 pack of canned biscuits. When I saw the biscuits I thought, "Ah, he must want me to make some chicken and dumplin's." Turns out I was only ... VIEW POST
The 3 Household Routines I Swear By
Running a household takes a lot of time and hard work. It can feel overwhelming and sometimes even pointless. But, establishing some basic household routines will make your life a whole lot simpler. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read my full disclosure here. What is a Household Routine? Let's take a moment to define household routine. Routines are your usual order or way of doing things. When we apply that to our homes, it would look like establishing a ... VIEW POST
Clever Picture Hanging Hack for Double Hook Frames
I use to avoid frames with double hanging hooks at all costs because...crooked art every single time. Then, I'd raise or lower one side, step back and look. Still crooked. I'd do this over and over until I gave up in frustration and settled for almost straight. Not anymore. Once I discovered this clever picture hanging tip, it made the job so much easier. And, I get straight art (almost) every time. Picture Hanging Tip for Double Hook Frames Painter's tape...that's the ... VIEW POST
20+ Easy Ideas for Vase Fillers
Changing vase fillers is a simple and affordable way to freshen your home decor each season. Here are some easy ideas for vase fillers to get you started. 20+ Easy Vase Filler Ideas for Every Season Many of these vase fillers can be found around your home or in nature, making them very easy on the budget. Winter Vase Filler Ideas Epsom salt - I use epsom salt as "snow" in lanterns and clear vases. Ornaments - I love using ornaments to fill vases and bowls during the ... VIEW POST
This Is What I Want for You
Home is a sacred place, not to be taken lightly. Whether you are clearing the clutter, re-decorating, or renovating- let the intention behind the design be from the heart. Create spaces for your family that will help them thrive. Home is comfortable, inspiring, and it’s where life happens. ~Joanna Gaines When I first read those words, I thought "YES," followed by, "Why didn't I think of that?" I have struggled on the inside, wrestling with my thoughts to find the right words to say; ... VIEW POST
Cast Iron Skillet French Toast
It was about 7:00 p.m. on a Saturday night, and I was on my last stop. I'd been running errands and shopping all day. I was tired, my sprained ankle was hurting, and I just wanted to get home. But the french bread caught my eye as I hurried down the aisle towards a cash register. It looked so fresh and soft and golden. I just couldn't resist. The very next morning I decided to use that loaf of bread to make French toast. I hadn't made it in years, but it was like riding a ... VIEW POST
Finding Comfort in Seasons of Waiting
Cooking, cleaning, parenting, repeat. The mundane routine of my felt like one of those long seasons of waiting. But, every time I passed by the kitchen, this dish towel caught my eye. There was something about it; the easy way it hung, its folds and wrinkles...that I found comforting. I knew there was a life lesson waiting in that dish towel, but I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Finding Comfort During Seasons of Waiting I recently read this analogy that compared life to ... VIEW POST
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