Summer can be very complicated. We all look forward to the different pace that summer brings. I always picture it being simple, full of popsicles, swimming, and fun. But it often does not end up that way. At least for me. Summer does not feel the same as it did in my childhood. It is…
My favorite way to feel in control of my environment is to declutter something when I am overwhelmed. When I feel emotionally drained, scattered, frustrated, and/or defeated I tackle small spaces that need to be organized. So much of my life is investing into invisible things. I make an amazing, healthy, homemade meal and it…
How to gain control when my head is spinning. Productive tips for moms, humans, and homemakers about what to do next. Article Outline: My Story Questions to Ask Practical ways to solve overwhelm Simple Checklist My Story The kids were gone at Home Depot with Jim. I had at least an hour to myself to do whatever…
My Story – I have found that hobbies have become an important part of being “just April”. Myself. Just me. Not all the roles I play and things I do. But just me, creating something for the sake of creation. I used to tell myself that I will have hobbies when my kids are grown,…
I love plans, routines, schedules, charts, lists… all of it! But I also understand that I am not the all-powerful Oz who knows everything that will happen or take place. This means that while I can attempt to plan for all contingencies and events, it is impossible to do so. Kids get worn out, it starts raining, things fall apart,…
Let’s set up the day for success! Whatever your day holds, let’s reclaim the mornings. We can start the day with time to ourselves, a house that is reset for the day, and with a peaceful atmosphere. I am not a morning person. But it is particularly important to me that we begin each day…
It’s a Monday morning. We are all moving slow. The kids would rather play computer games and I would love to sit on the couch with a good book. The weekend was very busy with household tasks, catching up on laundry, activities with cousins, farm chores, shopping, and church. Now we must move into our…
My transition to whole foods and healthy habits. In 2019 I had reached a tipping point. My health was affecting my daily life. I was feeling tired all the time, had stomach issues often and was eating the SAD (Standard American Diet). My meal planning was more about what I could get on the table…
In July of 2019, my oldest daughter and I had the opportunity to go to London with my favorite aunt and cousins. It was an amazing trip full of so many amazing sights, steeped in history and spending time with wonderful people. But for me, it was transformative. In 2019 I was experiencing burnout in…
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