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The time “in-between” wrapping up your day and actually going to sleep is precious, but in most cases we frequently are rushing through our day that when this “in-between” time hits, we crash; and end up using it to scroll or zone out. I do this plenty, and at times, it is my conscious choice […]

MOTHERHOOD + LIFE

Screen Free Evenings

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Time to add Ghosties to your decor! I have never been one to decorate for Halloween. We are more of a cozy fall vibe house. But the kids have been asking for a couple years now if we could. So I was off to figure out Halloween decorations that would ease me into it. While […]

DIYS + CREATIVITY

DIY Halloween Decor | Mini Clay Ghost

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Morning and evening routines have a huge impact on our days and evenings, from preparing the the day ahead to giving time and space to start slowing our bodies and mind. As routine user myself I am all for the tasks and routines that play a role during these times of the day. However, the […]

DESIGN + DECOR

5 Unexpected Bathroom Must Haves

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The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods A Mix of Magic and Self Discovery The Lost Bookshop By Evie Woods 3.5 Stars | Read | 431 pages This one was sitting, waiting patiently, on my bookshelf before I finally got around to pulling it from the shelf and diving in. I let myself enjoy the magical […]

GOOD READ + LISTENS

Book Review | The Lost Bookshop

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Light, it can come from one small candle, the rise of the sun or a shift in the clouds. With the flick of a switch, turn of a lamp knob or the energy you bring into the room. Regardless of how light enters your day it serves a purpose. There are many ways to add […]

DESIGN + DECOR, Simple Joys

Add a Little Light

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To Foster Gratitude and Enhance Mindfulness This one is sweet and simple! My four part daily journaling framework. I was always drawn to the idea of daily journaling, (or almost daily!) but I would fall out of the routine quickly when it included long or in depth reflections. Or I would focus in one area […]

Journaling, MOTHERHOOD + LIFE

Crafting Your Simple Journal Routine

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The Measure By Nikki Erlick5 Stars | Listened (verses read) | 10 hours 57 minutes Recommended by a friend, I was expecting a great read, what I left with was countless reminders of the gift life is, the beautiful connections throughout our lives and the heartbreak we experience. It was a combination of a thought […]

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Book Review | The Measure By Nikki Erlick

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Spring and fall you will find a collection of boots, muddy shoes, and soccer cleats, come summer it is filled with sandals, crocs and cleats and then winter it is over taken by boots. While your seasons and activities may vary from here, in South East Wisconsin, most likely the the pile and collection of […]

MOTHERHOOD + LIFE, Simple Joys

Simple Joys: The Shoe Bin

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A New Spin on the Kid’s Chore Chart It was time, time to increase the kiddo’s responsibilities, and set a plan in place for…. chores! At this time they are 7 and 9, and while they have helped with various things through out the recent years, it definitely has not been consistent. We knew we […]

MOTHERHOOD + LIFE

Kids & Chores – Keeping Chores Easy to Manage

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When I was younger my bed was lofted and I created a reading nook under it, with a lamp, pillows, blankets and of course books. I loved it, it was a special place to curl in and I am sure I felt like a “big kid” reading books in the space. As an adult I […]

GOOD READ + LISTENS, Simple Joys

Books – A Conduit for Connection