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I’m Lauren, wife to my best friend and mama to two little boys. I love talking about strategy in motherhood and sharing ways we can make our homes more vibrant, productive, and peaceful!

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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...

$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!...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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Save Money on Organic Produce

Save Money on Organic Produce

For a long time, I struggled to fit organic fruits and vegetables into my grocery budget. At first glance, they seemed like a luxury few could afford. But after some digging, I realized that there are actually quite a few ways to save money on organic produce! Eating...

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The Postpartum Hack That Changed My Life

The Postpartum Hack That Changed My Life

There is one postpartum hack that's very near and dear to my heart. I'd even go so far to say that changed my life and made a huge impact on those early newborn days! Without a doubt, the newborn stage is one of the hardest and sweetest times in a mama's life. It's...

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8 Minimalist Baby Bath Time Essentials

8 Minimalist Baby Bath Time Essentials

When it comes to minimalism and babies, my motto is to have "as little as possible, but as much as necessary." While I don't want baby gear taking over my home, I do want to own things that will make my life easier. My minimalist baby bath checklist is fairly small,...

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10 Amazing Organic ALDI Products

10 Amazing Organic ALDI Products

ALDI is my secret weapon for staying in my grocery budget. If you're lucky enough to have one nearby, you know just how much money you can save there! Buying organic ALDI products saves me so much money because I try to buy organic food as often as my budget allows....

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10 Best Organic Trader Joe’s Deals

10 Best Organic Trader Joe’s Deals

There are so many amazing organic Trader Joe's deals to choose from! Trader Joe's is a magical place. I've never walked out of that store without a bag of goodies in my hand and a smile on my face. But with all of those amazing-looking snacks and treats lining the...

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And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.

—Colossians 3:23-24