Lately, I’ve been listening to a lot of podcasts about life, momlife, business and my relationship with God. One podcast really got me thinking— She was talking about God being the CEO of your business and surrendering your day to God. I do surrender things to God, but to do it daily was hard, because […]

By the end of January, something usually happens. You’re overwhelmed.The excitement has worn off.And motivation feels gone. The thought I’m failing starts creeping in. You started strong but now feel like you’re slipping. Routines feel harder than you expected. You’re wondering why this feels heavier than it should. You’re not alone—so many moms feel this […]

Is your home still feeling heavy—or maybe a little disorganized—from the holidays? Even a month after Christmas, things can still feel off.The house feels cluttered and disorganized, and that pressure to “get it together” keeps creeping in. But here’s something I’ve learned as a mom—and as someone who teaches simple systems: Calm doesn’t come from […]

January can be a lot for a mom—I know this. There’s pressure to do more and more.To be more organized (yes, I teach this).More disciplined.More productive. And we’re not even halfway through January, yet there’s a good chance you’re already feeling behind. But what if we changed our thinking this year?What if instead of doing […]

The Week Between Christmas and New Year: How to Slow Down Without Falling Behind Christmas was just a couple of days ago. The wrapping paper is gone (mostly). The house feels lived-in — maybe a little messy, maybe decorations are only halfway down. The calendar suddenly feels quiet…but your mind doesn’t. You’re thinking about everything […]

Christmas break is one of my favorite times — slow mornings, cozy afternoons, family time… and kids (sometimes one kid…sometimes all of them) who suddenly forget how to entertain themselves. Whether your kids go to school or you homeschool, Christmas break usually means one thing: your home gets louder, messier and a whole lot more […]

The holidays are such a special season, but let’s be honest — traveling as a mom is a whole different ball game. It’s exciting… and it can be exhausting. It’s fun… and sometimes chaotic. And the mental load? It’s a lot. Not just the packing and prepping, but the actual traveling…and then coming home afterward. […]

The Morning of Thanksgiving: 3 Things I Do to Start the Day Calm Let’s talk about Thanksgiving morning. It can be loud, busy, messy and full of “Mom, where’s my ___?” before you’ve even had your coffee. But these three simple things help me start the day grounded instead of rushed — and honestly, they’ve […]

(A birthday post from a mom who loves cozy, simple Christmas) It’s my birthday today and every year around this time I feel the same thing: deep gratitude for the life I get to live and the simple traditions that make our home feel warm and cozy in the midst of the busiest time of […]

Family travel is exciting — but let’s be honest, it can also be exhausting. Between packing for everyone, prepping meals or snacks and making sure we actually get out the door on time, the days leading up to a trip can feel chaotic. That’s why I’ve learned there’s one thing I always do before we […]

Fall is one of my favorite seasons to homeschool. The weather (finally) cools down a little where we live — not 90’s anymore, but lovely 70’s and 80’s — and the leaves are starting to change. After two months of school, we’re in a good groove, which makes it the perfect time to weave in […]

Fall is one of my favorite times to cook — cozy flavors, cooler nights and food that brings everyone to the table. But let’s be honest, between homeschool, therapies, lessons and other activities, I don’t have time for complicated dinners. That’s why I lean on meals that practically make themselves — soups simmering in the […]