Do you ever come home from vacation feeling like you need another vacation? There are many cases in which some advanced thought and planning will help things run more smoothly. The following tips will help you have a more relaxing vacation. 9 Things to Do to Have a More Relaxing Vacation Plan and book ahead…
Things to know about me: I can’t stand stuff laying on the floor when it shouldn’t be there & I don’t like complicated or fussy storage options. To solve this I found simple and easy toy storage solutions for my home. Considerations for toy storage solutions It’s always best to declutter before you move on…
Choosing to go against the grain isn’t always easy. If you want to live simply in a culture focused on consumerism, you may need to make some adjustments. How to Live Simply in a Culture Focused on Consumerism Whether you are having to live more simply because of life circumstances or because it is just…
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…
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…
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…
Let’s talk about gift ideas for moms who don’t like gifts. Mother’s day is right around the corner. If you’re stumped what to get the mom in your life, I hope some of these suggestions help you. Love languages If you’ve never read The 5 Love Languages, I recommend buying it or checking it out…
