Got too much stuff? If you feel like you have too many belongings – or clutter – you can start to unstuff your life with Ruth Soukup’s new book, Unstuffed. Clutter in your home has such a way of choking out freedom: Clutter complicates every…
Have you ever stopped to think about what difference self-control could make in your life? Why does self-control seem so difficult? And why, in some aspects of life, does it almost seem like a bad thing? If you’ve ever memorized the fruit of the Spirit in…
Learning the art of dusting isn’t difficult – and it can help you keep your home clean! Dusting isn’t a difficult chore. Tedious, yes, but not difficult. Yet there is a bit of an art of dusting. For example, it’s always good to start at…
Parents know time flies. It’s hard to miss when your baby is growing up right before your eyes. I remember a freezing February Thursday eight years ago, when my husband and I brought our firstborn home from the hospital. We had no clue what we were…
Stay-at-home moms, have you ever wondered what to do before your husband gets home? Stay-at-home moms, you know the situation all-too well. You’re home with your children all day long and life just happens. You change diapers. You get breakfast and lunch. You get the…
If you work, you already know it can be incredibly difficult to manage a home and a job. Here’s how to do it! Reader question: I am a full-time teacher and a young wife. My husband and I don’t have children yet but we are hoping to…
Do you have a mess of a home and have been wondering how to start decluttering? Let these stress-free steps guide your process! Tired of the clutter you see as you look around your home? When you finally get to the point that know you…
Organizing my home and family doesn’t come naturally to me … but with some helpful insight, I can get on the right track! For years, I fooled my husband into thinking I was an organized wife. For the record, I am more organized than he is….
Ever wondered how to change your sheets? Here’s an easy step-by-step tutorial! My very first homemaking chore I do every single morning is to make my bed. I think it starts my day off right – and I make sure to make my bed as…
Trying to manage your home? Here are 3 cleaning chores you should try to do every single day… When it comes to your home, you may feel like it’s in one of three states: Neat and organized, with homemaking routines and systems running smoothly. Messy…
In 13 years of marriage, I’ve learned a thing or two about marriage. Actually, here are 13 things I’ve learned in marriage … I can remember my wedding day like it was yesterday. Even though it was 13 years ago today, many details still stick…
Turning 40 can bring a lot of perspective on life … here are 40 lessons I’ve learned in 40 years! I just turned 40. Instead of being upset about the milestone, I’m choosing to celebrate it. Not everyone gets to see their 40th birthday. I’m thankful that…
Are you the mom of young children? You’ll love these 8 ways to make Christmas special with babies and toddlers! Mama of littles, everyday life is hard, isn’t it? Your sweet little children, the ones you’ve hoped, prayed, and waited for, are so … full…
Looking for a festive and frugal Christmas decorating strategy? Here’s a super simple secret that will look great in your home! Have you ever stopped to notice exactly how beautiful everything looks at Christmas time? Lights transform ordinary nighttime sights into something magical. Bright colors…
If you’re married, respecting your husband like the Proverbs 31 Woman doesn’t have to be difficult … but it does need to be intentional. Which came first: the chicken or the egg? And in Proverbs 31:23, which came first: a husband or a well-respected man?…
Feel like a homemaking failure? It’s OK … it’s not too late to start making changes one small step at a time. When it comes to homemaking, have you ever felt like a failure? I have … more often than I’d care to admit. With a Type…
Looking for the perfect sugar cookie recipe? Look no further than these best-ever soft and chewy sugar cookies! Wish you had a sugar cookie recipe that was SO delicious people craved them? I have just what you’re looking for! Every December, I pull out my…
Have you ever thought about how you think about yourself? Far too often, it’s easy to become your own worst enemy. Lately I’ve noticed something ugly in my own life and in the life of others: People aren’t very kind to themselves. Oh, sure, we…
If you know you need to take the stress out of your holidays, you’ll love this simple timeline! Just follow it … and enjoy an easier holiday season! Starting to stress at the thought of the upcoming holidays? This time of year I always feel…
My ideal vision of my home is frequently hijacked by 5 common homemaking challenges. Good thing 5 homemaking solutions bring much contentment and joy! Homemaking can be so rewarding. It’s a fantastic way to tangibly demonstrate your love to your family – you can create…