Making New Year's Resolutions is never something I do on purpose. I don't make up something I think I need to do just because it's January. Resolutions have to be organic - and it just so happens that my schedule has changed in the last few weeks, making me re-think how I spend my time.… Continue reading Three Things I’m Making More Time For In 2016
Tag: time management
Free Printable Planners for 2016
It is time for me to share my favorite free printable planners with you! There are some incredible creative and talented people out there who have come up with the most beautiful calendars for 2016. It was difficult, but I scoured blogland and narrowed it down to my three favorite options. Here they are, just… Continue reading Free Printable Planners for 2016
Cook Once, Eat Twice {Pasta Edition}
I mentioned in my Menu Planning On A Budget video that I like to use the "cook once, eat twice" method. Planning ahead by cooking parts (or in this case, all) of one meal while working on another one saves time and helps me to execute my weekly menu plan. Here's an example of how this works… Continue reading Cook Once, Eat Twice {Pasta Edition}
My Evening Routine
I believe that the things you do in the evening have a direct impact on the next day. Doing things the night before sets you up for a smooth and pleasant morning. There will always be surprises, disasters and spilled coffee, but those events won't be as disastrous if you've planned ahead for the day.… Continue reading My Evening Routine
How To Eliminate The “What Am I Going To Wear?” Struggle
I'm not a morning person...I can't really even open my eyes all the way until after 9 AM. My detailed morning schedule keeps me from having to think about much of anything during the morning. There's no room in my schedule for choosing an outfit or finding a different top (because the one I needed is in… Continue reading How To Eliminate The “What Am I Going To Wear?” Struggle
Surviving Life When You’re Not A Morning Person
I am definitely not a morning person - It's best if I don't have to think, talk or make any important decisions before 9 AM. Unfortunately, life requires that most days I am out of the house and among other people by 9 AM. 🙂 I've implemented several things into my morning routine to make… Continue reading Surviving Life When You’re Not A Morning Person
Weekend Meal Prep {Menu Monday}
Happy Monday! Before you get into today's post, you need to check out my mom's brand new site! She's been blogging for almost 7 years (bravo!), but today she's officially moving to a new home on the internet. 🙂 She is rolling out a beautiful new site that reflects her style and heart in blogging. And… Continue reading Weekend Meal Prep {Menu Monday}
5 Things I Do Every Day To Keep My House Clean
It's Monday, which for me means the beginning of another work week. Working full time doesn't leave much room in my schedule for daily cleaning routines, but I have a few chores that I complete every day to keep the house in order until Saturday comes around. Even if your schedule is busier than mine,… Continue reading 5 Things I Do Every Day To Keep My House Clean
Preparing For Thanksgiving {2014}
Thanksgiving is almost here! I've been preparing for this day for over a month and now were are in the home stretch. Sunday afternoon I headed out in the pouring rain and purchased all the final grocery items on my list. The linens are ironed and ready to go, my menu is set. The last… Continue reading Preparing For Thanksgiving {2014}
Confessions Of A Stay-At-Home Wife
This year I enjoyed five months as a stay-at-home wife. I wasn't bored for one minute of that time...and I could go another seven months without being bored! As a wife with no children and a love for staying home (read: pretty minimal social life), how is that possible? I shared my daily schedule several months… Continue reading Confessions Of A Stay-At-Home Wife
Come Home For Comfort 