Homemaking
Posts related to home management and organization
Organization: Lessons I’ve Learned by Comparing Myself to Others
Do you every get overwhelmed when you read all those wonderful and amazing blog posts written by people who are already at the destination of organization? Me too. If you follow my Pinterest boards, you've likely noticed my recent stint of pinning a bunch of links...
Why I am Planning My Unschooling Year
Typically, the words "unchooling" and "planning" do not show up in the same sentence. So how can I claim to be an unschooler and still be scouring the internet for information on how to plan a homeschooling year? C is 5 this year and, even though kindergarten isn't...
Season of Rest
I wrote last week about how I am currently in a season of rest. I gladly gave up all the busyness of my previous life when we moved, and I made a purposeful decision not to reignite that path. It's not that I didn't enjoy the multiple playdates and friend visits every...
How to Spend Less Money: 1 Simple Tip
Here's a simple thing that stops me from spending money I don't have: I have a list of things I want to buy. If I see something I like, I write it down (often in detail with place and price). It allows me to recognize the desire to have that item, but I haven't...
How to be a Great Hostess When a Friend Comes to Call
We have all had experiences when we go to someone's house and we feel comfortable. We have all experienced visits ending with a feeling of relief at being able to leave. Some women hustle about when they have a guest, making sure that all their needs are tended....
The Value of Community and How to Build It
I don't often require childcare for my children but, when I do, I know where to find it. If I'm desperate (like the time my friend called to tell me she was in labour and I needed to get to her house right away) I know who I can call. If I need help folding laundry, I...