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Journaling, Planning

Using “Atomic Habits” to Turn Planning and Journaling into Daily Habits

Planning and journaling can have truly positive effects on our lives. From how we spend our time to ways we process life's circumstances, these activities, when done regularly, can be…

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January 19, 2021
Encouragement, Planning, Self-Care

Avoiding Toxic Planning

Planning can be such a positive activity. It promises to help us get organized and even have some fun doing it. But, as with anything, taken to the extreme, planning…

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May 31, 2022
Journaling, Planning

13 Fun Ways to Use Undated Planners & Review of JM Planning Essentials Products

It's rare to find a planner company committed to making quality products at reasonable prices. JM Planning Essentials is just such a company. The planners are not only well made,…

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January 12, 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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    Roasted Delicata Squash Hash

    Paleo/Whole30-Friendly Roasted Delicata Squash Hash

    September 28, 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,  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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    Coronavirus Update- Week 1 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge (And the Story of How We Survived the Bug Invasion of 2020)

    March 21, 2020

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

    September 15, 2020

    Planner Review: The Girls Goal Planner by Cultivate What Matters

    June 24, 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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    Decoding Basic Planner Terms: Part II

    September 1, 2020

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

    September 15, 2020

    Using 16, 17, and 18-Month Planners and Calendars

    September 22, 2020
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    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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    Making Holiday Traditions that Work for Your Family

    December 29, 2019

    Sausage Skillet Bake: A Fall Recipe Makeover

    October 18, 2019

    Book Club: In the Garden of Beasts

    October 26, 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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    2021 Simplified Daily Planner Review & Over 30 Tips for Using the Blank Spaces

    September 29, 2020

    Goal Planning 101: 5 Simple Actions To Take Before Starting a Goal Planner

    November 9, 2019

    Planner Review: 2021-2022 Large Simplified Student Planner

    August 3, 2021
  • 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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    Quarantine Update- Week 8 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: The 10 Best Journaling Prompts for Reflecting on This Time in Quarantine

    May 12, 2020

    Recovering Our Creativity: Book Review of The Artist’s Way

    July 27, 2021

    Put it in Writing: the Best Supplies and Tips for Journaling

    January 18, 2020
  • 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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    Planner Review and 24 Ideas for Journaling in a Spaces Planner

    November 17, 2020

    My Top 10 Favorite Craft Supplies

    March 29, 2022

    Recovering Our Creativity: Book Review of The Artist’s Way

    July 27, 2021
  • 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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    8 Steps for an Effective Mid-Year Goals Review (And Tools to Make It Fun!)

    July 14, 2020

    How I use an Emily Ley Simplified Daily Planner

    September 21, 2019

    Rethinking New Year’s Goals and Resolutions

    December 21, 2019
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