Summer will be here before you know it. If you haven’t created a summer bucket list yet, here are some ideas of simple and frugal fun summer activities for kids. Many of them are great for the whole family. Thanks to my girls who helped me come up with this list. Simple and frugal fun…
Inside: Learn the common reasons for clutter and how to overcome them and let go of the excess. What stands between you and your beautifully simplified life? Clutter. Why we hang onto it varies from person to person. However, some answers I see repeated often so let’s talk about the reasons you keep clutter and…
During spring break, my kids were talking and planning for the upcoming summer. The break from school switched them into vacation mode and they continued to ask me question after question about what we would be doing this summer. Surprise kids! We’re going to plan a simple slow summer this year. What a plan for…
So why am I talking about This Is Us? I happen to be a super fan of the show to the point that I even include it on my About Me page. And as I finished watching season 3 recently, I considered how many life lessons can be learned from This Is Us. When I…
Inside: Overwhelmed by the things your partner wants to keep? Here’s how to declutter when your spouse doesn’t want to. I often ask people what their biggest challenge is with decluttering. A response I commonly hear is having a spouse who isn’t on board. I’ve also worked with clients who wanted me to declutter their…
I love reading other people’s perspectives and insights on how to live a simpler life. This lineup is my list of the best blogs on simple living, minimalism, and decluttering. I hope you’ll be as inspired by them as I have been. They are listed in no particular order. Enjoy. Best blogs on simple living,…
We all attempt to multitask. Sometimes it is a necessity (particularly when you have small children). However, I’ve learned that multitasking often produces poor results. If you want to be more productive, you need to focus. A few weeks ago I tried an experiment. My husband was taking our daughters to do a project at…
I recently finished reading Atomic Habits by James Clear. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to change their habits (and who doesn’t??). In it, you’ll learn how simple Atomic Habits create big results. Atomic habits are small changes that together cause a large impact. When you slightly improve various aspects of your life…
Today The Simplicity Habit turned one! Here are some lessons I have learned in the first year of blogging. Thanks to everyone who has been a part of the journey this past year. Lessons learned in the first year of blogging: The success stories you hear about are the exception It’s a marathon, not a…
Why is spring cleaning a thing? Seriously, who invented this? I’m guessing I am not alone in not liking to clean my house. Fortunately, along the way, I’ve discovered some tips on how to make cleaning your house almost enjoyable. I’m always amazed and impressed with people who mop their floors daily. I find it…
