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Self-Care

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

Stress is a fact of life for nearly every person on the planet. Although we try to stay positive and not depress others with our problems, wishing our stress and…

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January 18, 2020
Food

Sausage Skillet Bake: A Fall Recipe Makeover

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…

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October 18, 2019
Journaling, Paper Crafts, Self-Care

My 2022 Journal Lineup

Another lineup for 2022- this time of the many journals I plan to use this year. Journaling has taken off lately as more than just a way to document the…

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January 18, 2022
  • Books,  Faith

    Write the Word Journals: Review and Comparison of the Original, New, and Kids’ Versions

    August 4, 2020 /

    This week's post centers around a favorite journal of mine. For people who want to learn scripture and have a space to journal about their faith, the Write the Word Journals are a great way to do just that. Whether you opt for one of their classic editions, a new version, or would like to introduce your kids to this practice, there is a journal for everyone.

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    A book list for those of us who want to learn more about combating racism

    June 3, 2020

    Book Review: “13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do”

    October 5, 2021

    Writing a Personal Mission Statement That Starts with Your Why

    February 23, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Planning,  Self-Care

    “Plan to Take it Easy: How to Use Planners to Set a Gentler Pace”

    July 28, 2020 /

    When life gets frantic, so can we. And, that can lead to hasty decisions, health problems, and feeling like our lives are unhappy or unmanageable. When we make the decision to "take it easy" in all aspects of our lives, we give ourselves permission to relax and find enjoyment in our days. Read on to learn how our planners can be used to help us "take it easy" no matter what is happening in our crazy lives.

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    How (and Why) to Plan During Down Times

    October 13, 2020

    Lettering Ideas if You Hate Your Own Handwriting

    May 25, 2021

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

    May 11, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Planning

    “Planner Review: Simplified Student Planner and Fun Planning Accessories for Students”

    July 21, 2020 /

    As many of us approach an uncertain school year, we can all use a little pep talk as well as some inspiration for keeping our kids organized for the new school year. In this week's article, we discuss making the "right" decision about school as well as reviewing the new Simplified Student Planner and suggesting fun accessories to go with it.

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    Hang in there Mamas. You’re doing just fine.

    February 22, 2020

    Week 5 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: Focusing on Habits and Tweaking Traditions

    April 18, 2020

    “Calm in the Time of Corona: A Website Roundup to Ease Your Mind”

    March 14, 2020
  • Organization,  Planning

    8 Steps for an Effective Mid-Year Goals Review (And Tools to Make It Fun!)

    July 14, 2020 /

    We're a little over the half-way point for the year, and that means it'a great time to check in with our goals. Included in this post, you'll find 8 steps for doing your own mid-year goals review along with a list of fun and practical supplies to keep you motivated.

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    Book Review: Emily Ley’s “When Less Becomes More”

    August 24, 2021

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

    April 26, 2022

    Planner Review: The Girls Goal Planner by Cultivate What Matters

    June 24, 2020
  • Encouragement,  Planning

    “Willingness: The First Step in Making Positive Changes”

    July 7, 2020 /

    We are more than half-way through the year, so changing up some goals might be in store. But, when it comes to implementing meaningful changes in our lives, the key may lie in our willingness to make these changes. In this article, we explore how willingness serves as a bridge between inspiration and action.

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    “Calm in the Time of Corona: A Website Roundup to Ease Your Mind”

    March 14, 2020

    Week 3 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: Dealing with Loss During Covid-19 and Using A Goal Planner to Get Back on Track

    April 4, 2020

    Book Review: “13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do”

    October 5, 2021
  • Organization,  Planning

    Resource Roundup! The Ultimate Guide to Finding Black-Owned Planner and Planner Product Companies

    June 30, 2020 /

    After the events of the past few weeks, many people are asking how we can be better allies to our Black neighbors. One way is to support Black-owned businesses. And, with the many Black-owned planner and planner accessory shops on the market, there are a lot of options when it comes to buying Black. Read on for ways to find Black-owned planner shops along with a few recommendations based on ones I have found.

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    Ideas for Motivation, Productivity, and Focus from “Smarter, Faster, Better”

    June 15, 2021

    Ditch the Weekly Chore Chart & Simplify Household Tasks

    November 17, 2019

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

    September 22, 2020
  • Organization,  Planning

    Planner Review: The Girls Goal Planner by Cultivate What Matters

    June 24, 2020 /

    After using a Cultivate What Matters PowerSheets Goal Setting Planner for the past few years, I was thrilled to learn that Cultivate had developed a planner for a younger audience. Read on for a review of the innovative Girls Goal Planner and some suggestions for supplies that will get your young planner excited to set some goals!

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    Using A Traveler’s Notebook as a Holiday Planner

    December 14, 2019

    Easy, Affordable Faith Planner

    January 11, 2020

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

    April 26, 2022
  • Encouragement,  Self-Care

    Why Having a Positive Mindset is a Choice and How Making Changes in 3 Key Areas Can Help Change Your Perspective

    June 16, 2020 /

    We live in a world where people are constantly trying to sell us some form of happiness. This is likely because the human experience is often filled with difficulties. However, experiencing suffering does not mean we have to surrender to negative thinking and behaviors. Read on to learn how having a positive mindset is a choice and one that we can choose even during times of adversity.

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    Hang in there Mamas. You’re doing just fine.

    February 22, 2020

    Ideas for Motivation, Productivity, and Focus from “Smarter, Faster, Better”

    June 15, 2021

    Week 5 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: Focusing on Habits and Tweaking Traditions

    April 18, 2020
  • Planning

    Why I Am No Longer Supporting My Favorite Planner Companies

    June 10, 2020 /

    After discovering that my favorite planner company was apologizing and insisting it could "do better," I did some investigating and learned that I need to say goodbye.

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

    September 22, 2020

    Personal Declarations: Journaling Prompts to Help Write Your Own

    July 6, 2021

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

    November 24, 2019
  • Books

    A book list for those of us who want to learn more about combating racism

    June 3, 2020 /

    With the events that have unfolded over the past couple of weeks, I am trying to further educate myself about racism in our country. After reviewing many lists of the best books on the subject, I found 11 that made nearly every list.

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

    July 27, 2021

    Write the Word Journals: Review and Comparison of the Original, New, and Kids’ Versions

    August 4, 2020

    Book Review: Emily Ley’s “When Less Becomes More”

    August 24, 2021
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