I’m a big believer in the idea that it’s easier to keep up than to catch up. Just three daily tasks done faithfully will go a long way toward keeping housework under control. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. Three Daily Tasks There…
Menu Planning: Why and How?
Many of us are finding ourselves cooking at home a lot more than usual these days. That makes menu planning even more important if you want to avoid the 5 p.m. “what’s for dinner?” frenzy. With a little planning we can make this part of homemaking much easier. This post may contain affiliate links and…
Setting Up a Laundry System
I’m going to go ahead and admit it. Laundry was my greatest homemaking challenge for many years. I was always behind! Then I sort of accidentally stumbled upon a laundry system that works for me and life has been better ever since. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn…
Create a Cleaning Schedule That Works for You
There are any number of cleaning schedules available in housekeeping books or homemaking blogs. And they can certainly offer a good starting place. But everyone’s situation is unique so there’s no such thing as one-size-fits-all when it comes to a cleaning schedule that will work for YOU. This post may contain affiliate links and as…
How To Create Your Own Homemaking Binder
Taking care of a home and family is a surprisingly complex job. Managing schedules, planning meals, organizing daily/weekly/seasonal tasks, keeping track of home-related information and so much more. Creating a homemaking binder can be a huge help in getting it together and staying on top of all that it takes to manage a home and…
Homemaking Week on LWD
Today we begin the first annual LWD Homemaking Week! As I’m sure you know by now, homemaking is something I’m passionate about. And in these uncertain times I believe it’s even more important than ever that we make our homes true sanctuaries. Home…the word speaks volumes. Comfort, belonging, protection, security, family and so much more….
Homemaking 101 – A New Series
Sometimes it’s a good idea to set aside preconceived notions and reconsider everything from the ground up. Whether you are relatively new to homemaking or, like me, have been keeping house for decades, I think we could all use a fresh approach now and then. That’s why I’m beginning a new series here on Life…
Getting Back on Track: Three Phase Plan
It happens to us all – a day when things aren’t going as planned and it feels like everything is out of control. It can be tempting to throw in the towel and pour a giant glass of wine. And maybe that’s the best option once in a great while. However, that just adds pressure…
Decluttering Resources Roundup
I’ve been trying to declutter my house off and on for YEARS! In fact, I started this blog way back in 2006 with the idea I would chronicle the decluttering process. Little known fact: The original blog name was “Ponderings of a Packrat”. You can even read my very first post, if you are so…
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