When I first became a single mom, I had three children under 5 to raise. That meant 3 kids in diapers, daycare and needing me to do almost everything for them. I also had to work to pay the bills. I had to find a way to make it work for me and them. There…
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As I transition further into the minimalist lifestyle, I’m finding that my big house is just too much for me. I don’t need all this space as I pare down and revamp my life, so I started researching tiny houses and even Skoolies. I wanted to share some of the pros and cons of this…
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Recently, I realized I was allowing stress and drama to wiggle their ways back into my life. So, I felt it was important to talk about how to reduce stress and eliminate drama in our lives in order to foster positivity and embrace gratitude. Living the minimalist lifestyle, it’s important to constantly re-evaluate our lives…
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My home is anything but minimal in appearance. It’s a 110 year old home in one of the oldest districts of my city, 3 stories tall and rich with history. But, once you walk through my front door, you see my home is very much a minimalist’s abode and I couldn’t be happier here. For…
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Each day offers new opportunities to start fresh and do better. It’s also a chance to change your morning routine. To have the best day, you must start by thinking about these first few hours of your morning. Think of it as setting the tone for your entire day. That’s why making over your morning…
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Are you looking for a great way to spend this fall? Fall foliage trips are the perfect escape. There are so many things to do and see when you take a fall foliage trip. For instance, there are pumpkin patches where kids can find the perfect pumpkin for the upcoming season. There’s also apple cider donuts,…
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Motherhood can increase the desire to live simply while also making it more difficult to reduce your consumption. You want to set a good example, but having a growing family means you have more things and participate in more events. The first key to keeping your life simple with a growing family is to make…
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It’s easy to get caught up in the hectic pace of our lives, and all too often we don’t take time for ourselves. But it’s important that this step is taken because when there are thoughts running rampant through your mind or too many things on your daily task list, you may not be able…
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The summer is here, and you know what that means? It’s time to make the most of it! Here are 17 ways for parents to have a spanking good summer with their kids. From trips out on the town to staying in and cooking together, these fun activities will keep the kids entertained all summer…
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There are many areas of our lives that we want to improve. This could be by eating healthier or drinking more water. Or it might involve getting the habit of moving more, taking your dog for a walk every day, establishing new work habits or spiritual life practices, etc. In any case, when we create…