It’s May — which means we’re working hard to finish all our house and yard projects before this baby arrives!
Today, I’m sharing a few more of my favorite things for the month, and I’d love to know your list too!
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6 Steps to Simplify Moving
Although Dave and I are oddballs and moved into our house the week before Christmas (yes, in frigid West Michigan), spring is actually the peak “moving season” in most parts of the country.
If you have plans to move this spring or summer (or if you’re dutifully helping friends or family move) here are 6 tips that should simplify and streamline the moving process!
The STUFF That Helped Simplify Life After Kids
I’m often asked if there are certain things that helped me to simplify and organize my life with 2 small children around. And while I don’t usually like to advocate for buying more STUFF, there are a handful of things that immediately come to mind when I’m asked these questions.
Today I’m sharing my “list”… and I’d love to know what STUFF would make your list!
What Being a Homemaker Looks Like for Me
While I realize that many of you might not share my ultra-enthusiastic views of homemaking, I DO think that every one of us wants our home to be a place we enjoy spending time with our family and friends. For some of us, it just takes a little extra motivation and willpower to get there — and that’s OK 🙂
Today, I’m sharing what being a “homemaker” means for me — as well as some great resources for those of you looking for a little of that motivation!
Our Favorite Finger Jell-O Recipe
One of the Simplest Things I Do to Improve My Health
Although I am definitely NOT a ‘health nut’ by any standards, I have been practicing one extremely healthy habit on a daily basis for the last 15+ years of my life.
It hardly takes any extra effort on my part but it makes a MASSIVE difference in how I look and feel physically, mentally, emotionally, etc. Oh, and it’s completely FREE!
What I Do (and Don’t) Love About My Kitchen Appliances
Now that we’ve been living with our new kitchen for a couple of years, I’m starting to get lots of questions about what we do and don’t love about our appliances and other parts of the kitchen.
So although we love almost everything, I’m sharing all the “pros” and “cons” about our kitchen appliances in today’s post!
10 Non-Messy Toddler Activities
About a month ago, I googled “non-messy crafts and activities for toddlers” and literally got almost nothing.
After doing a bit more searching, and asking you guys on Facebook, I came up with a list of 10 of our favorite, relatively simple, non-messy crafts and activities for young children. I’d love to hear any of your ideas as well!
Our Favorite Kids Kitchen Gear and How We Organize It
When I was pregnant with Nora, I never even thought about registering for any “kids kitchen gear”. Fast-forward almost 4 years and our kitchen is now full of various “kids kitchen gear” as I call it.
Today, I’m sharing some of our favorite kids kitchen gear items — as well as how we organize it all within our kitchen!
Triple-Layer No-Bake Pudding Pie
A Few of My Favorite Things {April 2015}
Feeding Our Kids: Why We Don’t Force Veggies and Allow Snacks
Creating Change When You Just Feel Too Busy
How I Keep My Clothes Wrinkle-Free Without an Iron
Although I work from home, I do get dressed up for church, I occasionally attend special events that require a dressier wardrobe, and even when I am home, I don’t necessarily want to look frumpy every day.
That said, I never EVER iron… and I can guarantee my clothes are NOT full of wrinkles either. Today, I’m sharing my 2 simple tips that practically eliminate all wrinkles from our clothing!
Simple Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots are SO simple to make, require almost zero hands-on time, and they can even be made in the microwave if you’re short on time! Oh yeah, and they taste amazing!
If you’re looking for a simple side dish you can pop in the oven with whatever else you’re making, I’d highly recommend giving this recipe a whirl
How One of My Greatest Strengths Became a Huge Weakness as a Parent
Our Epoxy Garage Floor Coating: How It’s Holding Up After 2 Winters
Two summers ago, we did a pretty major garage renovation — part of which included having an epoxy floor coating professionally installed. We were THRILLED with the results, but since then, I’ve gotten so many questions about our flooring.
So, since it’s THAT time of year when people are heading outside and itching to get their garage neat and organized again after a long winter, I figured it was a good time for an update on how our floor coating is holding up.
Why I Choose ‘Productive’ Instead Of ‘Busy’
I have had MANY years of my life that were extremely “full” and sometimes verging on “too busy”. But over the past few years, even after adding more children and work responsibilities to the mix, I have continually felt less and less “busy”… all while maintaining a very full and productive life.
Today I’m sharing my thoughts on being “productive” versus being “busy” — and I’d LOVE to hear your take on this subject too!