Homemaking

Reading is the BEST and arguably the only reliable way to transfer great ideas. Words can be lost in conversation; only sound bites are often offered through radio or television. We need the FULL context to soundly judge if an idea is good or bad and to continue the transfer of good ideas properly. Our […]

Kitchens are the hub of most homes; whether you have a family or are single, most of us spend a significant amount of time in the kitchen. This is where our day starts and ends, from our first meal to our last. Our kitchens are one of the most used spaces in the home and

After years of being on and off social media, I noticed a common thread: we are all searching for something. The search is on from a pair of sneakers to our life’s purpose! It seems to be woven into our DNA; we are searching, and once that search is filled, the next one begins.  Have

A tidy home is a happy home; it’s where we gather and find a sense of order, control, and, at best, calmness. The home provides us with a centering; the house’s outward appearance can be a reflection of the inward being. A tidy, organized home can structure our daily lives and habits. If we have

The garage has become the “catch-all” space in the home, where all sorts of piles end up. It has become a weatherproof attached storage space. I get it; we need storage. Even if we are not keepers of everything, we may need practical storage. There is no one size for organizing; every household has different

What does it mean to live frugally? Like most, I once thought living frugally meant depriving yourself of things. This could not be further from the truth. Living frugally means controlling your finances by forming good daily habits; it is simply about living well while spending less. It is also a tool to reach financial

Homemaking is a full-time job and one of the most rewarding jobs. Daniel Wise articulated the popular sentiment when he proclaimed, “Home is woman’s world, as well as her empire.” Twenty-four percent of women entered the workforce between 1940 and 1945. The gap in the labor force created by departing soldiers meant opportunities for women.

Spring is around the corner, and there’s never been a better time to start “spring cleaning.” A tidy and clutter-free home, or better labeled a curated home, creates an excellent foundation for everything else to run smoothly. Approaching clutter room by room, starting with the small spaces first, can have a great impact. Think of