For as long as I can remember, I’ve been color obsessed. As a child, I knew all the names of my Crayola crayons. Now as an adult, I secretly wish I could be the one who names the paint colors for Benjamin Moore. In fact, one of the best gifts I ever received was a fan deck […]
Home
The home is where we connect with loved ones, recuperate, and grow. But so many of our homes are not places of rest and inspiration. Instead, they bring us stress. It’s time to take back the purpose of the home and allow it to fulfill its role in our lives. Instead of stress, the home should be a haven of healing.
To create a space of delight and peace, we need to be intentional about what we allow into our homes. Studies show that physical clutter can raise our stress levels. By removing unnecessary clutter from our space, we end up bringing to light the objects that really matter. From your great-grandmother’s quilt draped over the bed to your favorite coffee mug, every item in your space should reflect you.
Uniquely.
Konmari Method | 4 Things You Have All Wrong
Going through the Konmari Method? I’ve noticed a pattern of misconceptions floating around and thought I’d clear them up for you! The Konmari Method has prompted thousands of people to reevaluate their homes and belongings. I myself completed the Konmari tidying process three years ago and learned quite a bit about myself. It reminded […]
Slow Living & How to Practice It
The alarm goes off, signaling the start of the day. We immediately open our phones and take our first hit of information. We check emails, the news, and our friends’ social statuses before we even grab our first cup of coffee. I’m guilty of opening my phone on autopilot and checking my top five apps without […]
Konmari Method | My Honest Experience 3 Years Later
The Konmari method has inspired many to tidy up their homes. But, will your home really be as tidy a few years down the road? There has been a ton of new interest in the Konmari method of tidying recently. With the Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo, it doesn’t come as a surprise. […]
Capsule Wardrobe | 5 Easy Steps for a Wardrobe You Love
What Does it Mean to Put Together a Capsule Wardrobe? Whether we admit it or not, fashion plays a role in almost all of our lives. Even those of us who wrangle children all day probably still try to dress themselves in something pleasing (whether from an aesthetic standpoint, comfort, function, or all of the […]
Self-Care for Moms | 21 Practical Ideas to Re-Energize Your Spirit
With the ever-increasing busy-ness of life, it’s no wonder self-care for moms is such an important topic. Never-ending streams of information bombard us all day, not to mention the demands of work and family. Our society is quickly becoming accustomed to the instant gratification that seems to be offered everywhere, from having information available at […]
Backyard Chickens | What You Should Know
It all started when Lily was 1 and I had the sudden urge to get backyard chickens. My parents were about to replace their coop with a new one and offered to give us theirs. It was the perfect opportunity. Backyard Chickens | How It All Started Rather than chatting with my husband first, I […]
Skip the Kitchen Remodel | 3 Affordable Steps to Refresh Your Kitchen
Take a moment to think about your kitchen. I mean, really… think about it. Reflect on all that it does for you. Day in, day out, it is always there just waiting to be of use. As the heart of the home, it singlehandedly hosts everything from daily meals to gatherings with friends. You probably use your […]
The Newest Way to Declutter: Swedish Death Cleaning
If you haven’t heard, the new decluttering trend these days sure is a cheerful one: Swedish Death Cleaning. Pleasant, isn’t it? Being the decluttering freak expert that I am, I had to look into it. I started with a web search and also read the book, which was actually charming at times. Leave it to the Swedes […]
How to Tidy Up with Kids | A Fool-Proof (Tongue-in-Cheek) Method
I’ve scoured the internet for ways to keep my home cleaner. I keep coming back to the analogy that cleaning a home with kids is like brushing your teeth while eating Oreos. But after much trial and error, I think I’ve come up with a surefire plan to help us moms tidy up with kids […]