You love your family deeply — but some days, everything just feels loud and is overwhelming The mess, the schedule, the meals, the emotions, the expectations… all of it can feel like too much. And the hard part? These are the things that often pull us away from the moments that matter most — being […]

Spring is all about resetting—both our home and our schedule. It really is a time for a fresh start. The flowers begin to bloom, the sun stays out a little longer and maybe, just maybe, we crack open the windows when the pollen isn’t bad. Now the clutter I’ve been ignoring since the beginning of […]

Lately, I’ve been asked how I do it all—working out in the morning, homeschooling three kids, running a business and keeping our home maintained. Honestly, most days I feel like a juggler, keeping multiple balls in the air, hoping that if I drop one, it won’t be the one that makes everything come crashing down. […]

I’m gonna tell you a secret… Something I learned and that I want to share with you.  The key to a less chaotic morning happens the night before.  When my kids first moved in, I wanted to do it all—make them the best breakfasts, pack the best lunches and handle everything myself. But after their […]

In the last blog, we discussed why ditching resolutions in favor of intentions is a smarter approach for the new year. Intentions focus on how you want to feel and grow, rather than ticking off a checklist of goals. Now that we’ve released the pressure of resolutions, it’s time to dive into building habits that […]

As moms, we’re queens of juggling it all: schedules, meals, school drop-offs, work, homeschool and everything in between. But often, the first thing to fall off the to-do list is something equally important…self-care. How do we do it all? How do we balance the unending demands of motherhood while still taking care of ourselves? To […]

The holiday season is one of my favorite things because it can really bring so much joy and laughter. Spending time with loved ones, cozy nights watching Christmas Movies and dressing up for special occasions just makes my heart happy. However, this time of year also brings an increase in laundry. From guest linens to […]

Let’s talk about maintaining a kids’ bedroom. I know how challenging it can be, especially when each child has their own unique personality and preferences. Kids’ bedrooms can easily become cluttered with toys, clothes and books, but keeping this space clean and organized doesn’t have to be overwhelming.   In last week’s home maintenance blog, […]

Hey there, mama! Today’s post is a bit different. I asked my husband, Jim, to share his perspective on what happened when life threw us a curveball and how the systems I’ve put in place made all the difference. Now, to say he was thrilled to write this would be a bit of an exaggeration, […]

Last week marked the beginning of our homeschool year and my focus was all about creating a balance that would work for our family—especially as we’re still adjusting to Jimmy’s new job. I wanted this week to be a smooth transition for everyone, easing into our new routine without overwhelming ourselves.    Learning the ropes […]

I need to start by apologizing. I often talk about routines, habits and ways to make life easier because I truly believe in their power. But I worry that I might be giving the impression that our life is perfect—and that’s far from the truth. We don’t live in a picture-perfect home, and I definitely […]

We got back from vacation and Jimmy was really excited to start the new position on Monday. I was excited to get back to work, because God had given me some clarity and some really good ideas, while we were away.    Kids had a doctor’s appointment that Monday morning and we went grocery shopping […]