I've done a lot of small batch freezer cooking, where I just double a recipe and put the extra in the freezer for another meal. I really wanted to try a few "power hours" of freezer cooking and get several meals in the freezer at once. I invited my sister to join me and she… Continue reading 5 Tips For A Successful Freezer Cooking Session
Category: Time Management
Planner Update {2017}
Happy Friday! I always look forward to Friday night - I find a few minutes in the evening to curl up on the couch with my planner, a pen and usually a kitty. After around 30 minutes of planning out the tasks, blog posts and appointments for the next week I'm able to relax and enjoy… Continue reading Planner Update {2017}
My 2017 Goals
Last year was the first time I set specific goals for myself, and I was so motivated by the results. I took what I learned last year and used that as a springboard for 2017's goals. I'm branching out this year and dividing them into specific categories. Here they are! Personal/Household Goals Continue My Daily… Continue reading My 2017 Goals
Let’s Get Healthy {Menu Monday}
Happy New Year! I know a lot of people are working hard to get back to healthy eating after the holidays, and I'm certainly in that category. Although I haven't talked about it on the blog, I've been steadily working on healthy eating and weight loss since September. I'll talk more about that on Wednesday when… Continue reading Let’s Get Healthy {Menu Monday}
My Goals For 2016 – A Year of Lessons
Setting goals for the year was a new thing for me in 2016. My main goal was simply this: I wanted to be wise with the extra few hours in my week. I began 2016 with a part-time job, unlike the rest of my post-college years where I've worked full time. As I look back over 2016,… Continue reading My Goals For 2016 – A Year of Lessons
3 Ways To Avoid Social Media Distraction
I received this question from a sweet reader last month: "How do you avoid getting stuck on social media or watching Netflix instead of getting things done? I have high aspirations, but I get easily distracted." That is an excellent question, and one I imagine we can all relate to! The question above was submitted… Continue reading 3 Ways To Avoid Social Media Distraction
Hosting A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Meal {Part Two: November}
It's officially Thanksgiving season! With just three weeks until Thanksgiving, it's time to get serious about planning and preparation. Today I'm sharing with you five of the things I'll do this month to make my Thanksgiving day as stress-free as possible! Confirm The Guest List: I reach out to all my guests and confirm their… Continue reading Hosting A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Meal {Part Two: November}
Menu Monday and Restaurant Level Nachos
I've had a long love affair with nachos. They are, in fact, what I ordered on my first date with my husband and the thing I continue to order most often at restaurants. Friday night I was really in the mood for some restaurant quality nachos, so I pulled everything nacho related out of the… Continue reading Menu Monday and Restaurant Level Nachos
Clean With Me | Bathroom Edition
I'll be honest, I'm not a fan of cleaning the bathroom. If I had the luxury of hiring a cleaning service, that's the job I'd gladly pay to have done each week! But until my husband discovers oil or gold in our back yard, I'm still on bathroom cleaning duty. This year I'm following my household… Continue reading Clean With Me | Bathroom Edition
Meal Planning To The Rescue! {Menu Monday}
This week required a lot of planning. It's going to be a busy one with long work days for both of us, appointments and other engagements. On Saturday morning I sat down with all my planners and got everything in order. Knowing what needs to be accomplished each day makes me feel much more prepared… Continue reading Meal Planning To The Rescue! {Menu Monday}