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Easy Grilled Chicken Ranch Wraps

April 13, 2022

If you’re looking for an extremely simple, make-ahead, no-bake meal for quick lunches, busy weeknights, or hot weather days, Grilled Chicken Ranch Wraps are a “must” for your menu plan!

Your family is going to love these!

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A Few of My Favorite Things (April 2022)

April 6, 2022

A full week off of school for Spring Break is definitely one of my favorite things… but I have a long list of other favorites to share with you this month.

A new favorite hair tool, 3 excellent books, a helpful organizer, yummy spring recipes, a fantastic mini room makeover, and more!

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How We Organize Everything in Our Kitchen

March 30, 2022

Our kitchen is the most-used room in our home… which means it’s extra important for me to keep the counters clear and the cabinets organized in a way that maximizes my productivity and efficiency.

Take a tour of our farmhouse kitchen — every cabinet and drawer — and get inspired to tackle your own kitchen organization!

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How to Finally Let Go of Your “What-if-I-Need-it-Clutter”

March 23, 2022

Do you struggle to part with items you might need again?

I call this “What-if-I-need-it-clutter” and I’ve got 5 tips to help you get rid of it for good!

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The Hidden Costs of “More”

March 16, 2022

When was the last time you stopped to consider any possible hidden costs of the various things in your home or activities on your calendar?

If it’s been awhile, let me help jog your memory!

No, I’m not going to guilt you into purging everything you own… I promise!

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A Few of My Favorite Things (March 2022)

March 2, 2022

I’m sharing more favorites — books, songs, my go-to kitchen sink cleaner, a yummy chicken recipe, the cutest Thank-You cards ever, the new lip stain I’ve been using, simple no-sew tutorials, and more!

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How To Simplify Kids’ Birthday Parties

February 23, 2022

Contrary to what we see on social media these days, I believe it’s possible to celebrate our children’s birthdays without tons of stress, a large financial investment, or a huge mess to clean up the next day!

I have a few simple tricks up my sleeve after celebrating 28 birthdays over the last 10 years!

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A Few of My Favorite Things (February 2022)

February 2, 2022

This month marks 9 years of sharing my favorite things with you here online. They are still some of my favorite posts to write… and surprisingly, they are still my most clicked-on posts. I love that you love my favorites!

I’m excited to share more favorites with you again this month!

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Hushing the House: a routine to simplify home and life

January 19, 2022

Have you ever wondered why you just can’t seem to “get ahead”, and instead are always playing “catch up” from the day before?

One reason might be that your evenings are too frazzled and hectic.

Learn how “hushing your house” each evening might just be the routine you need to simplify your home and life!

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SIMPLIFY: 8 Steps to a Clutter-Free Home and Life

January 18, 2022

Let’s declutter, destress, and develop more productive systems and routines to help you S.I.M.P.L.I.F.Y. your home, family, and life this year and beyond!

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A Few Of My Favorite Things (January 2022)

January 12, 2022

It’s a brand new year and so far, we’ve had lots of sun and snow (a rare combination here in West Michigan).

Today, I’m sharing many more favorites — from snow gear to soup, from devotionals to denim… and the iPhone setting that drastically improved my photos!

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A Simpler Approach to the Holidays

December 15, 2021

Do you ever wish you could simplify the holiday season (and other special occasions) but feel bad about changing things up?

If you’re tired of holidays that leave you feeling stressed out and over-busy, I hope this post offers you permission to simplify and make your own rules this year.

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A Few of My Favorite Things (December 2021)

December 1, 2021

It’s December — which means I have lots of favorite recipes and gift ideas and Christmas cards to share (along with a freebie you can enjoy all season long!

As always, feel free to share your favorites in the comments below!

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Easy Double-High Pumpkin Pie

November 17, 2021

Your favorite pumpkin pie topped with a light and fluffy pumpkin mousse will make this double-high pumpkin pie a hit at your next holiday gathering!

Give it a whirl this holiday season and wow your guests without spending lots of time in the kitchen!

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Family-Friendly At-Home Phone Options

November 10, 2021

We’re in the market for an “at-home phone” — or a cell phone we’ll leave at home for the kids to use.

Do you have a frugal at-home phone option that works for your family? If so, please share!!

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A Few of My Favorite Things (November 2021)

November 3, 2021

Welcome to November — one of my favorite months of the year!

Today, I’m sharing a deal on my most favorite leggings, lots of great Christmas gift ideas, a new routine that’s working well for our whole family, and my no-fail method of roasting a turkey… just in time for the holiday season!

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How to Eliminate Meal Planning Overwhelm

October 27, 2021

Meal planning is one of those “adultish” things we all feel like we should do… but at the same time, it can seem so overwhelming…

If you’d like to save time, save money, and save stress, I encourage you to give meal planning one more try. My 3 simple tips will help to eliminate meal planning overwhelm and allow you to enjoy family meal time once again!

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A Few of My Favorite Things (October 2021)

October 6, 2021

Get the inside scoop on my favorite fall snacks, recipes, routines, quotes, and books — along with a few archived favorites and a Dekker family update.

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