Hint: how to have a less busy schedule this school year will involve saying ‘no’ on repeat. As we get ready to head into a new school year, life tends to get busier. After what was hopefully a slower summer, people head into fall full force. The respite of summer quickly turns into the chaos…
Some of my favorite childhood memories include playing some of the best family board games around. We are a gamer family and I’m grateful for the time we set aside to enjoy each other’s company. I’ve always been competitive. Through playing games, I learned how to win and how to handle losing. Admittedly, I was…
Everyone’s journey to live more intentionally will look different. On my journey, I noticed 5 things I needed to work on if I wanted to figure out how to live more intentionally. 5 Tips on How to Live More Intentionally: 1. Look at what you have in your home Our homes should be a place…
I was talking with a friend recently about how her town had a free junk drop off event. She mentioned how she saw people dropping off furniture that appeared to be in great condition. Taking items to the dump may be the easiest option, but it’s not one of the best ways to responsibly donate…
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…
Inside: Learn what frugal decluttering is and how to practice it in your home. For those on a tight budget, decluttering can be a little different. It may not feel as easy to let go of things. With rising gas prices and the increasing cost of food and goods, more people are cost-conscious these days….
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…
After decluttering your home, it’s tough to decide what to do with everything you don’t want to keep. If you’re considering trying to sell some of your stuff, read on for what you need to consider before selling your clutter. What You Need to Consider When Selling Your Clutter: 1. Have realistic expectations One important…
