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How Our Library Tradition Keeps Life Simple and Full of Joy
Remember the First Books You Read with Your Kids? The ones that made them giggle, gasp, or beg for just one more chapter? For us, one of our early books was Poppleton by Cynthia Rylant. A charming pig who visits the library every Monday. And Just Like That, a Tradition Was Born Most Mondays, my boys and…
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Why “Old is the New Thing” Is More Than Just a Trend: A Sustainable Lifestyle Choice
Think Buying New is Always Better? Think Again. I get it—it’s easy to think that buying something new, especially if it’s made of sustainable materials, is the best choice for the planet. But here’s the thing: reusing almost always has a smaller carbon footprint than buying new. Let that sink in for a second. Yes,…
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The Great Purge: Surviving and Thriving During Big Decluttering Projects
What if this job is just tooooo much?!? Oh, I get it. I really do. When I first started minimizing, I was buried under two decades of accumulated “stuff.” Every corner, every drawer, every closet felt like a mountain I didn’t have the energy to climb. But here’s the good news: You don’t have to…
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Declutter Your Finances: Simple Steps to Save More and Stress Less
We all want to feel good about where our money is going. But what does “making the most of your money” really mean? Is it financial security? Independence? Giving back? Life experiences? Peace of mind? Let’s break it down with simple, actionable steps to make your savings dreams come true… Save for something big When…
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Decluttering Comes First: Hone Your Skills Of Discrimination
Want to change your spending habits? Start by decluttering. It might sound counterintuitive, but minimizing what you already own is the best way to reshape how you buy. If you skip this step, you might not truly transform your shopping habits—you’ll miss the chance to sharpen your sense of what really matters. Once you develop…
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Hello world!
First post to this new blog – happy to be sharing my knowledge and a bit about my own story as a decluttered, modern-day consumer and sustainability enthusiast. I’ll be watching for your comments!