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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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13 Free Ways to Show Your Husband How Much You Love Him

13 Free Ways to Show Your Husband How Much You Love Him

Over the years, I've learned that there are so many ways to show your husband how much you love him—and plenty of them don't cost a thing. While brainstorming ways to bless my husband, I love to reflect on our love story and everything we've been through together......

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11 Money-Saving Laundry Room Essentials

11 Money-Saving Laundry Room Essentials

As a newlywed, I discovered the beauty of having an organized space to do my laundry. I simplified that space to only contain 11 laundry room essentials, and it has been life-changing! These days, I have a newly-walking toddler who loves to help me on laundry day....

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Laundry Room Organization on a Budget

Laundry Room Organization on a Budget

Staring at a cluttered—or empty—laundry room can feel overwhelming. It's difficult to know how to make the best use of the space staring back at you. But simple laundry room organization can make all the difference in the world, especially in small spaces! Growing up,...

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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