by Lauren | Nov 20, 2019 | Budget, Home Management
How much should you budget for Christmas gifts? How can you shop for everyone on your Christmas list without going into debt? What can you do to stop overspending during the holiday season? I’m glad you asked! Today, we’re going to talk about exactly that....
by Lauren | Nov 1, 2019 | Budget, Home Management, Smart Saving
The Merry Little Christmas Planner has arrived! I’ve been pouring my heart into this planner for the past two months, and it’s finally here, available for FREE to all of my email subscribers! I’m so excited— this project means a lot to me! Like many...
by Lauren | Oct 23, 2019 | Budget, Simple Living, Smart Saving
This year, we’re not spending much on Christmas because we’re currently putting every extra dollar toward building our first home. Money has been pretty tight, so we settled on a small $400 Christmas budget. And the $400 isn’t just for...
by Lauren | Oct 9, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Smart Saving
Inexpensive fall date ideas are a must when you’re on a tight budget—especially if you also have to pay for a babysitter! Autumn date nights are all about keeping the vibes warm and cozy, whether you stay inside by the fire or venture out and brave the chill. So...
by Lauren | Oct 2, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Simple Living
We love traveling together as a family, but it took us over 2 years—and many trips across the country—to realize that traveling light with kids is the way to go. Learning how to pack minimally has made the biggest difference! I’m naturally a planner, and I used...
by Lauren | Sep 18, 2019 | DIY Projects, Simple Living, Smart Saving
Fall is my favorite season for so many reasons—colorful leaves, crisp air, vivid blue skies, fun autumn traditions, delicious flavors, and cozy smells. Ah, the smells! Today I’m sharing 5 DIY fall essential oil recipes for your diffuser that will instantly bring...
by Lauren | Sep 7, 2019 | DIY Projects, Marriage & Motherhood, Simple Living, Smart Saving
Celebrating your favorite fall traditions every year as a family makes for a wonderfully memorable season. Today, I’m sharing a fall bucket list DIY idea that will make your autumn season extra fun! A couple of years ago, I was looking for a way to keep track of...
by Lauren | Sep 4, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Simple Living, Smart Saving
Autumn is a season of intrinsic warmth. There may be a chill outside, but it makes cozy sweaters, crackling fires, bold flavors, and deep colors perfectly appealing. There are so many wonderful things to enjoy throughout the autumn season, so I created a fall bucket...
by Lauren | Aug 28, 2019 | Simple Living
I put off writing this post for a long time. I was afraid that I might hurt someone—afraid they might not understand. But the day I unfollowed everyone on Facebook changed my life, and I want to share my story. That day forever impacted the way I interact with social...
by Lauren | Aug 14, 2019 | Home Management, Simple Living
Decluttering overwhelm is paralyzing! If you don’t know how to start clearing the clutter out of your home, this decluttering checklist is for you! There are plenty decluttering methods out there, but when you’re feeling overwhelmed, working your way down...
by Lauren | Aug 7, 2019 | Home Management, Simple Living
What do you do when decluttering feels overwhelming? Decluttering overwhelm is a common struggle! If you’re not in the habit of regularly cleaning out your drawers, closets, and shelves, decluttering can feel like an overwhelming project that you just...
by Lauren | Jul 17, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Simple Living, Smart Saving
Summers are taking on a whole new meaning now that I have a little boy to spend them with! There are so many fun activities to do—and so many memories to make—that I decided to create a super fun, frugal summer bucket list! I wanted to have a creative list of ideas to...
by Lauren | Jul 10, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Simple Living
Summer is in full swing here in Alabama, and we’re soaking up all of the sunshine and pool days! We’ve swapped our sweaters for swimwear, and our closets reflect the sunny weather. So today I’m sharing a simple toddler boy summer capsule wardrobe...
by Lauren | Jul 3, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood
When I get excited about something, I love sharing it with you! That’s why we’re talking about potty training this week—specifically, my totally honest experience with the Oh Crap potty training method. (Seriously, though—I never thought I’d get...
by Lauren | Jun 19, 2019 | Simple Living, Smart Saving
Recently, I shared how we pulled off a 2,500 mile, long-distance move on a budget, and today I’m following up with some awesome long-distance moving tips! I grew up as the daughter of a home builder, and we moved a lot. By the time I was 14-years-old, I’d...
by Lauren | Jun 12, 2019 | Marriage & Motherhood, Smart Saving
Spring is a season of new beginnings and fresh starts—a time to amble in bare feet, and let the wind tousle your hair. You can watch beauty unfold before your very eyes, and there are so many fun and meaningful spring activities for families to do together! Because...