You knew it was coming didn’t you? The dreaded R-word. At least, that’s how I view it. However, as much as I struggle with them, routines are the secret weapon to a life of simplicity. As a free spirit who is always on the lookout for the next new experience, setting and especially keeping routines […]
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26 Steps to Simplicity: Intention
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14 The word intention gets a bad rap, especially when paired with “good.” It implies that you mean well, but do nothing. However, to live with intention, or to be intent upon something, implies focus and determination, […]
Eight Cleaning Routines for Children
Well, we are over the hump! Here we are, on the back half of our series on Life’s Essential Ingredients. We have covered Workouts and Worship, Homeschooling, Writing 500 Words Daily, and Planning/Preparing Healthy Meals. I originally started this as a nine-part series. Only, after reading an excellent post at The Humbled Homemaker, I realized […]
Four Steps to Success with Homeschooling
Last week, I began a series on Life’s Essential Ingredients where I listed ten things that I would like to accomplish each day. We have already covered steps for success with the first two Workouts and Worship. Today, we will look at homeschooling. 3. Guide the children through their schoolwork. I hate to admit it, especially […]