I am a terrible housekeeper! I openly admit it. This doesn’t mean I just don’t clean my house, but I don’t do it nearly as well as my husband or as quick. Cleaning isn’t something that comes easy to me & I think it’s partially because I didn’t have to clean up after myself as a child. My mother was a bit of a clean freak and we all learned quickly that if you didn’t do something ...
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Organizing Your Finances
Are your finances a little out of control? It doesn’t take long for finances to become an unorganized mess. Check out these tips for getting your finances organized once and for all. Don't forget to check out the rest of the organizing your home series! No one wants to be poor, but it's an easy cycle to fall into when you are letting your money manage itself. Use these easy organizing tips ...
Organizing Your Bedroom Makes Mornings a Breeze
After organizing your bedroom, you may find you start each day on a better foot. Better sleep, feeling more relaxed and less stress & anxiety may be in your future! Another added benefit to organizing your bedroom is that you will actually want to spend more time in there! Turning your bedroom into a sanctuary can help you enjoy your spouses’s company without having things in the way or ...
Speed Cleaning Tips
I often have people tell me "I don't know how you manage to keep a clean house, work from home, and homeschool four boys as a single mom". Well, I'll admit, it's not easy! I've talked before about how I'm a terrible housekeeper. It's just not something that comes easy to me, so having a strict schedule, solid cleaning routines, and the ability to be flexible when needed are a must. I typically ...
5 Tips For How To Be More Productive In The Morning
If you struggle with mornings like me, then you'll love these tips for how to be more productive in the morning. I have to start with a few cups of coffee, but after that is in my system, these tips really help get me going. If I am going to have a productive day, then I have to start here! For years, I have been trying to figure out how to be more productive throughout the day when I am ...
Time Management Tips To Accomplish More In Less Time
If you're a stay-at-home mom - or maybe a homeschooling mom or working mom - you know that time management tips are a must. Some people might not respect your time as much as they should. They might think it's okay to just "drop by" whenever they feel like it because it's not like you have anything better to do than chat with them all day. Right? Right. These tips will help you to accomplish ...
Restore Your Wooden Cutting Board
Wooden cutting boards are easily overlooked when considering kitchen must-haves, but they are one of my most frequently used tools. They can take a lot of abuse and deserve a little love, so this week we're going to talk about how to restore them with one household item! ...
7 Ways To Care For Animals During The Winter
As an animal lover, I am always looking for ways to care for animals around me. The winter time can be brutal on our animal friends. Squirrels, birds, and other wildlife can struggle to find warmth and food. Giving them a little help is always a nice thing to do, plus it can be entertaining to watch them come to the yard to visit. If you want to make sure the animals in your yard are well tended ...
Homemade Cleaners: All Purpose Cleaning Spray
I love making homemade cleaners since they are so much healthier to use around my family. This All Purpose Spray is a favorite because it can be used throughout the house. I also, of course, love the fresh smell of rosemary, clove, and lemon from the essential oils. If you are considering diving into the world of homemade cleaners, this is a great first choice! When it comes to homemade ...
Tips for Keeping Up with the Laundry
One of the most commonly complained about chores in most homes is the laundry. These Tips For Keeping Up With The Laundry are sure to help you rid yourself of the stress and headache this chore currently causes. Not only can they help you keep up with this chore, but they will help you to enjoy it more. Laundry is one chore I don't really mind but never seemed to be able to keep under control. ...