The days between Christmas and New Year often feel blurry. There are no hard expectations and time seems to melt together. That quiet, low-pressure stretch is a gift. It is the perfect window to reset your home, clarify your priorities, and set up simple systems that make the rest of the year easier. This little…
DIY & Budget-Friendly Decor Ideas Welcome to my cozy, creative home! Almost everything you see here is thrifted, gifted, or repurposed, and I love how each piece tells a story. From the entryway to the bedrooms, I’ve found ways to make our home feel warm and unique without spending a fortune. I’ve also included DIY and…
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…
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…
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…