This week’s survival guide post is all about a good laugh. I’m turning thirty in less than three weeks and instead of gifts, I wanted to tell everyone to come prepared to share something that makes them inexplicably crack up and practically hyperventilate. But, it doesn’t look that’s gonna happen, or at least not for my actual birthday, so I thought I’d post my list of things that make me feel like I’m going to die from laughing…and one that makes me laugh cry.
Read MoreWe’re constantly trying to reduce waste in our home and we have almost fully cut out paper towel use. I make my own kitchen cleaner with vinegar, water and lavender oil and pour it into a glass spray bottle then wipe down with reusable sponge cloths that can be thrown in the washer. We make a conscious effort to be as sustainable as possible in our home and we’re constantly trying to do better. Read more about our routine and some favorite products to help you live a more eco-friendly life.
Read MoreA slow and intentional morning routine is something I really rely on to carry me through the day. I try to do things that set me up for a productive but low-stress day and I find that if I skip a few things, it totally throws me off for the next 24 hours. Here’s a look at my typical morning when I do things “right”.
Read MoreSpend some time tending to your plant babies. Talk to them, care for them, feed and water them, and just take a little time to marvel at the fact that you’re growing actual living things with a little dirt, sunlight, and water. For me, a huge part of slowing down and really appreciating a simple lifestyle is rooted in gardens and houseplants.
Read MoreBasically, I’m telling you all this because I’m pretty much a pro when it comes to this whole shelter-in-place-stay-at-home-we’re-all-becoming-agoraphobics thing. And as such I thought I would share with you a few things that I find myself doing and enjoying for the sake of my sanity and a much appreciated slow lifestyle at home.
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