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Take the Day Off (Moms Too)

October 22, 2009 in Simplify  

Take the Day Off (Moms Too)

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.

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Starting the Week Right

October 19, 2009 in Simplify  

Starting the Week Right

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!

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Simple Living Myth: DIY is Always Best

October 14, 2009 in Simplify  

Simple Living Myth: DIY is Always Best

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?”

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Coming Out of Survival Mode

October 8, 2009 in Simplify  

Coming Out of Survival Mode

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.

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Catching Up

September 22, 2009 in Simplify  

Catching Up

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…

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Janet Jackson’s Guide to Decluttering

September 7, 2009 in Simplify  

Janet Jackson’s Guide to Decluttering

How can you declutter stuff you used to love? You have to follow the wise words of Janet.

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Simple Living Myth: Trying to Keep Up Appearances

August 14, 2009 in Simplify  

Simple Living Myth: Trying to Keep Up Appearances

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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Before You Leave the House Today…

July 6, 2009 in Simplify  

Before You Leave the House Today…

Before you get started today, before you start the rush, take this hint from Coco Chanel.

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Routine Reminders

June 22, 2009 in Simplify  

Routine Reminders

Common things that we use every day turn routine into ritual and make us feel at home. What objects do you use at your home to guide your day from one moment to the next?

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Finishing Things

June 9, 2009 in Simplify  

Finishing Things

I look around and see so many works in progress. More new projects are coming up, more new ideas and inspiration, and I want a clean slate and a feeling of closure. How do you work on projects during the week?

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