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Short reads with big impact — because growth should fit into real life.

Harmony, not Balance

Minimalist + Mom + Career A friend once told me, “Do not try to balance work and home. It cannot be done. Instead find the integration in your life and

My Role of Mom

Meet my Littles. Canaan Elias Kungwa, age 7, 2nd gradeIsrael Hughes Kigundu, age 3, Preschool My role of mom is one I would never trade. It is difficult, not glamorous,

If you lost it, would you buy it again?

Minimalism is a journey and not an end goal. I continue to read, research, and learn how to continue down this path of embracing what is important and minimizing what

Declutter, And then Organize

Organization is one of those unclear words. What does it really mean to be organized? When I started college in 2002, I prided myself on being organized and prepared. Over

Capsule Wardrobing

I have been blogging and posting to social media for about a month now. This journey has been amazing and thank all of you for being so positive and supportive

Tip and Idea #5: Eight days to a Capsule Wardrobe

Are you the mom who does mounds of laundry each week and can never seem to find anything to wear? When standing in the closet in the morning or folding

Tip and Idea #3: The Decluttering Process

According to the dictionary, the noun ‘clutter’ refers to a collection of things lying around in an untidy mess. To ‘declutter’ is the verb, the action of removing the unnecessary

Tip and Idea #4: Child Closet, Minimize then Organize

Hey there. I received some questions about closet organization for children using minimalism principles. Here is my RS Tip and Idea. Have you ever tried to make lists to explain

Tip and Idea #2: Saving Sentimental Things from your Children

So, don’t judge me but I am THAT mom who loves saving every piece of artwork, class assignment, and gift each child brought home or presented to me. I cannot

Tip and Idea #1: Family Annual Fun Board

As a mom, ever have FOMO? Ever see others’ social media and feel that you haven’t planned anything for your family this year? Or that your family hasn’t had any

Understanding the Values of Minimalism

I remember being young, in a tiny town in South Carolina, thinking that life needed to be different. I was third of four children and I remember feeling that there

My Partner and Husband

15 years ago, I met my husband while we were both in college. And that is the only part of the story we both agree on. I will tell you

Tip and Idea #6: Handling Transitions with a New Mindset

As I look out over the nature and beauty of South Carolina today, sitting cautiously away from family, preparing for the memorial service of a beloved relative, I am able

The Art of Replacing: A Perspective for a Stressful Time

As I look out over the nature and beauty of South Carolina today, sitting cautiously away from family, preparing for the memorial service of a beloved relative, I am able

Remember When…

As I look out over the nature and beauty of South Carolina today, sitting cautiously away from family, preparing for the memorial service of a beloved relative, I am able

Substance Use: Assessment & Treatment

As I look out over the nature and beauty of South Carolina today, sitting cautiously away from family, preparing for the memorial service of a beloved relative, I am able

Minimalism and Mental Health

As I look out over the nature and beauty of South Carolina today, sitting cautiously away from family, preparing for the memorial service of a beloved relative, I am able