12 Things I Want to Do with the Time That is Given Me
Every year I write a contemplative “birthday post” with either some personal reflections, or some fun points of interest for my readers to get to know me better. What follows…
Simple Living in the Suburbs
My family is pursuing a simple and slow life in the suburbs. This ordinary suburban life doesn’t always match up to the lofty dreams I once had, nevertheless, we’ve found…
How to Live a Luxurious Life (your income has nothing to do with it!)
Practice the art of luxurious living to remind yourself that you’re richly blessed, regardless of your bank account. Here’s how to cultivate luxury in your everyday life! Remember how I…
An INFJ vs. the 21st Century: 4 Modern-Day Trends You Don’t Need to Subscribe To
Do you recognize these 21st-century cultural trends? The INFJ personalities of the world want to remind you that you don’t actually need to subscribe to any of them. I used…
I’m Not Jo March (And other shocking things I learned before my 28th birthday)
Do you ever think you have yourself all figured out, only to find things aren’t so cut and dried as they seemed? That happened to me when I re-read Little…
Don’t Wait to Be Debt Free to Enjoy Your Life
Student loans and consumer debt are no fun. Unfortunately, you can’t make all the debt just go away. But what you can do? Learn to enjoy your life NOW, no…
I Choose Less (The Day I Realised All I Wanted Was Green Gables)
All my life I thought I wanted more, but what I really needed was the sweet, simple life of Green Gables. Here’s how I’ve chosen to go against cultural norms,…
How to Conquer the Sunday Night Blues
Sunday night depression doesn’t have to be your norm. Here’s how to beat the Sunday night blues for good, so you can actually look forward to Monday morning! Do you…
Eat Simply: How to Declutter Your Diet and Dine Like a French Woman
French women know that food is meant to be relished and enjoyed! I’ve decided to ditch dieting and eat like a French woman instead, following a few simple principles that…
The Four Simple Pleasures I Enjoy Every Single Day
Simple pleasures are all around you. Notice them and you’ll find that even mundane days can be beautiful. Here are four ordinary rituals I’ve come to relish and enjoy. What…
6 Ways to Be a Better Homemaker When You’re Waiting for a Better Home
You might not live in your dream house, yet, but here are some practical ways to improve as a homemaker while you’re waiting for a better home! I want to…
Abundant Living Takes Introspection (and an Action Plan!)
If you’re feeling overwhelmed in life right now, this post is for you! It’s time to pare down, focus in on priorities, and take some time to create a new…
26 Things I Need to Nail Down Before I Get Any Older
Twenty-one days ago I turned twenty-six, and my life was forever changed. But not much. I’m still loving life as a mid-twenties girl who’s finally pretty much okay with living…
Busyness is Not a Sin
Dear Busy People Everywhere, Being busy is not a sin. So if you’ve been too busy to do the dishes lately, make doctors’ appointments, or call your friends (sorry, friends!),…
7 Ways to Stop Being Yourself
“Just be yourself.” It’s one of those phrases that’s sorta true but irksomely trite. “Just be yourself.” How is that helpful? What does it even mean? What I want to…
7 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Travel
If you loathe adventures, whatever you do, don’t step outside your front door. That first step may eventually lead you off the edge of the map of everything you know…
25 Things About Me
Today I turn a quarter of a century old! Just for fun, I’m sharing 25 things about myself. Sometimes it’s nice to know a little more about the person on…
Eating for Pleasure: The Beauty of Balance in "French Women Don’t Get Fat"
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Mireille Guiliano’s French Women Don’t Get Fat made quite a splash a few years ago. I remember hearing about it, but never pursued reading it….