Put Down the Label Maker and Write with a Pen
December 14, 2009 in Simplify
People used to care about penmanship, but now we’re used to texting “how r u?” Any handwriting is nice to see now, no matter how messy.
Read more...Off for a Silent Night
December 5, 2009 in Simplify
Tired of loud commercials? Can’t bear to hear one more “He went to Jared’s” line?
Read more...Simple Living Myth: Real Life is Real Simple
October 26, 2009 in Simplify
It’s fun to read magazines that give us tips and ideas, but don’t lose sight of the fact that these magazines are for entertainment, not for new standards of living.
Read more...Take the Day Off (Moms Too)
October 22, 2009 in Simplify
Some of you asked about Sunday being a restful day. Here’s what it looks like at our house, and a few tips to help you take the day off.
Read more...Starting the Week Right
October 19, 2009 in Simplify
How do you get your week off to a good start? Some Mondays I feel like I have to hit the ground running. There’s so much to do!
Read more...Simple Living Myth: DIY is Always Best
October 14, 2009 in Simplify
Sometimes “simple” means doing it yourself: choosing the materials or ingredients, tailoring it to be exactly what you need, and savoring the process. Sometimes simple means: “Wouldn’t it be simpler to just buy it?”
Read more...Coming Out of Survival Mode
October 8, 2009 in Simplify
As we’re coming out of the first weeks with a newborn, I don’t anticipate the next few months (or years!) becoming much easier. I need to learn how to live with the added demands while still being somewhat productive.
Read more...Catching Up
September 22, 2009 in Simplify
Thanks so much for your comments and emails about our new little one. He’s just starting to open his eyes after three straight weeks of sleep…
Read more...Janet Jackson’s Guide to Decluttering
September 7, 2009 in Simplify
How can you declutter stuff you used to love? You have to ask a tough question.
Read more...Simple Living Myth: Trying to Keep Up Appearances
August 14, 2009 in Simplify
We have a social tendency to accept common practices as better than others, so much so that they almost seem like rules when you speak to others. There have been times when I’ve been concerned that mentioning something might not be good for my image.
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