A Slow Home is cared for in every way. Cluttered minds produce cluttered homes. I choose simpler solutions to produce bigger returns for my slow home, working constantly to de-clutter my life and my "stuff." Needless to say, I often reflect on the value that our "things" provide the family. via design sponge The more stuff we own the more … [Read more...]
A little Irish charm….
A little Irish charm.... HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY Just a little arrangement tucked away will makes so much of a difference in brightening up any room in your home. Everyday I like to bring Spring into my home. Everyday create Spring in your life. Enjoy! Irish … [Read more...]
What to do when you have the bare minimum in your pantry?
I am a home cook, one that needs to feed the family every day with nutritiously well balanced meals. I love fancy food and dream about exotic tastes dancing in my mouth, the ones a professional chef spends days perfecting in his restaurant. Honestly, I'm pretty sure most busy people, like you and I, can't cook like that or even have a desire to … [Read more...]
The everyday chores including, is cooking really necessary?
When was the last time that you experienced a feeling of panic or anxiety regarding a meal for your family? {via frolic.blog.com} Accept the reality, it is a bleeding chore that never ends. Add to this, the fact that the role has typically fallen on us women in the family, some of whom don’t even enjoy or know how to cook, to … [Read more...]
Organize your stuff or it will suck the life out of you!
Organizing things in a placeneat and tidy simplifies each day. If you don’t have a handle on your things, they have a hold on you. Life is liberating when you know exactly where to find your "stuff." More important, you know exactly what you own and need. Design Sponge Irritability and frustration quickly set in anytime I misplace an … [Read more...]
Tips for Hosting a Stress-Free Holiday Party
If you are wondering how to host a stress-free holiday party for friends and family, I hope that our experience (and my tips!) will be an inspiration as you plan your next holiday gathering. From inspiration to planning Our son walked in on my husband and I talking and asked, “When are we having a Christmas party, like the ones we used to … [Read more...]
Slow vacationing in my own home!
I stayed home! No complaints here. I enjoyed my stay at the Kings Gate Inn, All moving on slow speed. No rushing to get anywhere or on any schedule, especially with the children. Let them set the pace for the day. During the school year I find myself rushing which makes everyone anxious, so I’ve cut that out. I rise and shine … [Read more...]