Overcoming Major Depression

Overcoming Major Depression

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This post was originally published on August 12, 2014- shortly after the tragic passing of Robin Williams. I had used that time and opportunity to share my own personal story as this post as initially part of a series to introduce myself to my readers. Do you know someone who has major depression? Or maybe you are the one with major depression? Whatever the case may be, I invite you in today to talk about major depression. Mental health issues still face so much stigma and judgement despite increased media coverage. But that’s just it… it may increased coverage but until you experience it firsthand; you may still be prone to judging or misunderstanding someone with a mental illness. And since you’re at this blog…

How to Create a Year Round Organization Plan

How to Create a Year Round Organization Plan

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Organization goes hand in hand with decluttering and cleaning. Organization can also go a long way when it comes to helping with time management skills. But, sometimes getting started with organization can be overwhelming. We may have put it off for whatever reason or another. Or we just don’t realize that it’s easy to get started. If you’re looking to get organized, I want to share a few tips on how to create a year round organization plan. How to Create a Year Round Organization Plan Sometimes organizing your home feels too overwhelming. The closets are jam packed. There’s no room in the garage for another box. And the clutter just keeps piling up. Step back from the chaos and create a plan.Most plans are…

6 Easy Steps to a Clutter Free Home

6 Easy Steps to a Clutter Free Home

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When you first move into your home it seems like you have so much space. Unless of course you’re downsizing and then it may seem like you don’t have enough space! As the years pass, you might find yourself becoming a pack rat.  What are you going to do with all the stuff you have accumulated?  Perhaps it’s time to weed out the unnecessary items and organize your home. Don’t panic at the thought of organizing your home, it’s really not that difficult, I promise! In fact, I want to share 6 easy steps to a clutter free home. Home organization is a step-by-step process. It will take more than a day or even a week to get everything to a manageable level, but once…

The Illusion of Multitasking

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On any given weekday morning, especially during the school year or summer when Sweet B has extended school year, I was multitasking. Squeaker was usually up before her sister, so that means having to juggle the toddler while I’m trying to get Sweet B’s breakfast ready. Just yesterday, in fact, Squeaker was feeling particularly clingy. Usually, I would just pop her into her baby carrier and be on my way, but by that point I just wanted to get some things done. I was also supposed to attend a webinar and I had a printable to work on, threads to finish up… you get the picture. So instead of grabbing the trusty Ergo, I balanced her on my hip and went about my way. Multitasking…

Start Clearing the Clutter

Start Clearing the Clutter

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Most homes are going to have some amount of clutter. It happens. It doesn’t make you a bad homemaker and it doesn’t mean that your house is a mess. Clutter happens. For some of us, it’s a matter of staying on top of the clutter so it doesn’t turn into an organized mess. That’s why I want to share with you easy ways to start clearing the clutter. Being a homemaker just isn’t coming easy for me. It’s not that I don’t enjoy it, it’s a matter of making time for it and being mindful about it. And each time I’m able to clear another little pile of clutter, I have a sense of achievement and pride. Does that mean I’ll let more piles start?…

How To Find the Motivation to Organize Your Family as an Autistic Mom

How To Find the Motivation to Organize Your Family as an Autistic Mom

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If you feel that you’re constantly doing everything at home, you’re probably not alone. And yes this applies to both moms and dads- parents in general really. Sometimes it’s difficult to get your kids in on the housework. But, finding this motivation to organize- not only yourself or your household, will also go a long way when it comes to getting your family on-board.  Though we’ve previously talked about apps to organize your family, today we’ll talk about how to organize your family so you aren’t doing all the work. And if you need ideas, here are more home organization tips for moms. Sounds good, right? I’m fortunate that Kyle helps out a lot of with housework. In fact, he’s better at getting everything initially…