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A Step-By-Step Guide To Decluttering Your Home

It's almost May, which might still be considered spring where you're from, but the warm weather we've been having say "summer" here in south Mississippi. So, once again, I've missed the boat, and spring cleaning has passed me by. Moms, I know you get me. Between track meets and holidays and end-of-school assignments, I haven't had time to breathe much less do more than get the dishes done and the laundry folded. And, let's be honest: those things don't always get done either. Still, I NEED to get my house in order. There are so many good reasons to declutter your home, and I have decided to set a summer goal and finally GET IT DONE. I want ...

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9 Ways Reading Can Be a Social Activity

There is nothing I like better than curling up with a good book. Unless it's curling up with a good book and a good cup of coffee. That's why I love my Kindle Unlimited subscription. I've found so many great books and new authors through it. At the end of the day, you'll usually find me in cozy pajamas reading while my husband watches a show or two. It's also one of my favorite ways to relax when I have free time. Reading is one way I recharge, especially when I've spent the day with a lot of people. The introverted side of me relishes a good read. But, reading isn't just a solitary activity. It's easy to think of it that way, but there ...

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Better Ways to Start Your Days

If there is one thing no one has ever accused me of it is being a morning person. No matter how many times my mom told me to "hop up" in the morning, I assure you I never did. These days, I fight the urge to get out of bed before finding my way to my coffee maker before rolling out the door in a rush. Every single day it's the same: same snooze button, same coffee, same frantic dash out the door. I think it might be time to shake things up a bit. Why? Because when I start my morning right, the rest of my day flows better, and I need that, don't you? So how exactly can we make our mornings better?     The ...

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11 Ways to Entertain Yourself on Rainy Days

You've heard what they say about April showers, right? Well, May flowers are all well and good, but what do you do in the meantime? Rainy days can leave us feeling trapped inside on an overcast afternoon, yearning for sunlit adventures, but rainy days also offer the best opportunity to slow down, get cozy, and look for different activities that can bring you joy and inspiration indoors. From keeping busy while staying indoors, to combating boredom, or simply making the most out of bad weather conditions, there are endless ways you can turn any rainy day into an enjoyable experience. Here are just a few:   Host a Movie ...

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9 Tips And Tricks for Managing Your Stress Levels

Are you interested in improving your stress levels? If you are feeling more stressed than usual, you’re not alone. I think most of us walk around with a lot of weight on our shoulders. We're busy. We're often too busy. When you add to that all of the things we think about daily...the sum total is stress. It's not good for our health. It's not good for our relationships. It's not good for our families. But what can we do about it? How can we lessen the stress we feel each day? Here are 9 tips and tricks for managing your stress levels: Know Your Triggers First, you need to recognize some of the common triggers that cause your stress. ...

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