$400 Christmas Budget | How We’re Spending Less on Christmas!
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...
20 Fall Date Ideas for Any Budget!
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...
Traveling Light with Kids | Minimalist Family Packing Tips
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...
5 DIY Fall Essential Oil Recipes for Your Diffuser
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...
$2 Fall Bucket List DIY | Start Fun Family Traditions this Autumn!
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...
Fall Bucket List for Families – FREE Printable Checklist!
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...
Why I Unfollowed Everyone on Facebook
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...
FREE Decluttering Checklist! | Home Declutter Kick-start Download
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...
When Decluttering Feels Overwhelming | 3 Steps to Get Unstuck
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...
Frugal Summer Bucket List for Families!
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...
Toddler Boy Summer Capsule Wardrobe
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...
The Oh Crap Potty Training Method (How We Potty Trained FAST for $22)
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...
10 Long-Distance Moving Tips For an Easier Move
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...
7 Frugal Outdoor Spring Activities for Families
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...
A Letter of Encouragement for Chronic Illness
This letter of encouragement for chronic illness is a little different than what I usually write about, but as someone who has struggled with a mysterious, debilitating illness for over five years, I can relate to many of the struggles others like me face on a daily...
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