Save Money, Time, and Energy What would change if your home and classroom felt calm, warm, and simple? For me, a downsizing in 2018 turned a stressful time of my life into a fresh start. I didn’t plan to become an unintentional minimalist. Life circumstances decided it and it gave me back time, money, and…
If you’re a single mom or a homeschool mom trying to figure out how to work, parent, and still feel calm at the end of the day, I’ve been there. When I lost my teaching job while pregnant, I was terrified. I didn’t know how I’d provide for my son or what our lives would…
I went back to teaching and thought life would feel easier, when I had a stable income. It did in some ways, but I also lost access to some supports I had before, like food stamps and affordable insurance for my child. Add family court debt, and my teaching salary only pays my bills. Groceries…
Back-to-school can feel overwhelming, especially when juggling my roles as a teacher, single mom, and business owner. My secret to managing all of this is to spend my time doing the things that will take a little extra time, up front, but will make my life easier, in the long run. By dedicating certain days…
Every classroom has the power to become a cozy, calming space without breaking the bank. For students with sensory needs, the classroom design is not just for aesthetics, it can be so healing and regulating for their nervous system. The classroom isn’t just a place to learn, it’s a second home. And for the teacher…
After a long day of teaching, the last thing I want to do is come home to a space that doesn’t feel like mine. Our homes should be a soft landing : a place to recharge. But what if your space needs a refresh… and your budget says no? Every resourceful mom knows the magic…
As the new year begins, I’ve chosen a word to guide my decisions, actions, and mindset: commitment. While words like discipline and consistency tugged at my heart, I realized that neither can take root without first making a deep, intentional commitment—to myself, my goals, and my vision for the life I want to create. This…
Easy and Festive Ideas for the Holidays The holiday season is all about creating warmth, joy, and bringing people together. But decorating for Christmas doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With a little creativity and some budget-friendly ideas, you can transform your home into a festive wonderland without overspending. Here are some easy ways to…
Journey to personal, financial, and creative freedom. Do you prefer to listen or watch information? Here’s a link to my Youtube Video that corresponds to this blog post. Throughout my life, I have had the same three goals: to gain control over my finances and achieve financial stability and responsibility, to harness my creativity and…
Budget-Friendly Solutions to Living a Good Life on a Teacher’s Budget So, here I am, reflecting on the whirlwind journey from being a stay-at-home mom for ten years to my current life as a teacher. For the first 6 years of my son’s life, I pulled off what seemed like the impossible. I was able…