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Organization, Planning

Decoding Basic Planner Terms: Part II

This week's article picks up where last week's left off- by defining and explaining various planner terms. From specialty planners to accessories, this post should be helpful to anyone interested…

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September 1, 2020
Journaling, Paper Crafts

Journaling Cards and Tags- Easy Ways to Make and Use Them

Making paper crafts can be a fun and relaxing activity, but when you're short on time, you need a project that can be done quickly. Journaling cards and tags are…

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June 1, 2021
Organization, Planning, Work-Life Juggle

How to Use a Weekly Planner to Customize a Household Cleaning System

Does the thought of spring cleaning feel overwhelming and exhausting? If so, you may need to spread those spring cleaning chores throughout the year so you can maintain your home…

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April 6, 2021
  • Entertaining,  Food,  Self-Care

    Book Club: In the Garden of Beasts

    October 26, 2019 /

    Once a month, I am fortunate to get together with a special group of ladies to discuss a book we have selected. I hosted the October book club meeting where we discussed Erik Larson's "In the Garden of Beasts." Read on for more about the theme and food ideas for this fun meeting.

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    Every Family Needs a “Thing” And Ours is Halloween

    November 2, 2019
  • Food

    Sausage Skillet Bake: A Fall Recipe Makeover

    October 18, 2019 /

    Now that we finally have some cooler weather, it's time for comfort food! Read on to learn about how I took a gluten-filled less-than-healthy recipe and made it over into casserole that works for the paleo and gluten free folks in my family.

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    Healthy Asian-Inspired Recipe: Teriyaki Beef Stir-Fry

    January 24, 2020

    Book Club: In the Garden of Beasts

    October 26, 2019

    Making Holiday Traditions that Work for Your Family

    December 29, 2019
  • Organization,  Self-Care

    Make the most of your time: productive habits for every time of day

    October 12, 2019 /

    Time can easily slip away from us if we are not intentional about prioritizing what needs to get done so we can have time to care for ourselves. Read on to learn more about how implementing some routines in the morning, after work or school, and before bed can set you up for a more positive and productive day.

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    Hobby Blogging and Using Monthly Planners for Planning Blog Content

    September 8, 2020

    Resource Roundup Part 2! Even More Black and Minority-Owned Planner and Stationery Shops

    November 24, 2020

    Week 10 of Quarantine- How to Refocus and Reset Goals: 10 Action Items that Work

    May 26, 2020
  • Organization

    Yes, I have a Separate Weekend Planner

    October 5, 2019 /

    Because most planners combine both weekend days into a single day's space, I needed a planner that I could use to plan out all the things I do for my family on the weekends. Read on to find out more about how a simple, undated to do planner helped me revolutionize my weekend planning routine.

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    Quarantine Update- Week 7 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: How an Organized Mind Creates a Hopeful Heart

    May 5, 2020

    8 Action Items to Turn Those “Someday” Dreams into Today’s Goals

    September 15, 2020

    Tips for Trying Emily Ley’s Simplicity Challenge

    January 4, 2020
  • Roasted Delicata Squash Hash
    Food

    Paleo/Whole30-Friendly Roasted Delicata Squash Hash

    September 28, 2019 /

    For this post, I thought I would share a recipe I made this week with a really versatile ingredient- delicata squash. To save time, prep ingredients over the weekend and cook on the weeknight. Served with a fried egg, you can make it for any meal of the day!

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    Sausage Skillet Bake: A Fall Recipe Makeover

    October 18, 2019

    Menu-plan like a pro by cooking a meal that stretches!

    November 24, 2019

    Making Holiday Traditions that Work for Your Family

    December 29, 2019
  • Organization

    How I use an Emily Ley Simplified Daily Planner

    September 21, 2019 /

    Although I have been using a weekly planner religiously for the past 4 years, I have just purchased my second Simplified Daily Planner by Emily Ley. Read on for a product review, coupon code, and to learn why using a daily planner was a game changer for my weekday planning.

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    10 Reasons You Should Decorate Your Planner

    July 13, 2021

    Tips for Trying Emily Ley’s Simplicity Challenge

    January 4, 2020

    Swapping Guilt for Grace This Holiday Season

    December 7, 2019
  • Self-Care

    How Hobbies Rejuvenate Me: Mind, Body, and Soul

    September 14, 2019 /

    Last week's car crashing into my house reminded me of how important it is to take care of my mind and body during stressful times. My hobbies go a long way in helping me stay healthy when life seems out of control. Read more to find out how.

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    Journaling the Season: 20 Spring Journaling Prompts

    April 12, 2022

    “Successful Mornings Depend on Productive, Well-Planned Evenings”

    May 11, 2021

    Why I write a gratitude list — twice a day.

    September 7, 2019
  • Self-Care

    Why I write a gratitude list — twice a day.

    September 7, 2019 /

    So, when I was thinking about my second blog post (which, by the way, apparently happens about one minute after publishing your first blog post 😊), I figured I would tell you about daily planners, as Emily Ley launched the 2020 calendar year daily planners this week. But, knowing I had a week to write the post, I decided to just enjoy my day off. Labor Day itself turned out to be a pleasant day. We took the kids to a local park and walked around the lake, lazed around the house, and had a cookout at my mom’s. That was before Labor Day took an unexpected turn. Around 8:45…

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    Using Multiple Journals, and My 2021 Journal Lineup

    January 5, 2021

    “Successful Mornings Depend on Productive, Well-Planned Evenings”

    May 11, 2021

    Quarantine Update- Week 8 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: The 10 Best Journaling Prompts for Reflecting on This Time in Quarantine

    May 12, 2020
  • Organization

    Using Plain Old Binders to Organize School Paperwork

    September 2, 2019 /

    Happy Labor Day! I could not think of a better day for a working mom to launch her blog! You see, the beginning of September holds more than just a three-day weekend for us working moms. For many, it also marks the beginning of the traditional school calendar. And, with the start of school comes lots of paperwork. Here is how I use binders to get the job done!

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    Tips for Transitioning into a New Planner & 18- Month Happy Planner Review

    April 26, 2022
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