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Do Less, Live More: 25 Must-Read Books for Embracing Simplicity
These books will inspire you to escape the hustle, heal from burnout, declutter your home, stress less, and slow down. Perfect for perfectionists, business owners, and mothers, these are the best books to read if you’re ready to do less and live more.
How to Create Retreat Vibes at Home
Consider for a moment, what does it mean to be on retreat? What are the feelings and sensations that bring you peace, calm, and ease?
Goodreads and the 1-Year Challenge
When my Mister and I moved in together, decorating came easy. Our tastes mesh well — clean lines and dark furniture, artwork of city skylines. We agreed on getting one feature piece for our new home. While he's not a huge fan of throw pillows and I could do without surround sound, we both wanted a bookcase. He's an avid reader and I'm an eager shopper — the combination...
Not So Serious Things
Things are turning around here after a couple really tough months. I am rediscovering my very simple, yet completely extraordinary, life. Things have been crazy, but I knew we'd make it to the other side. I think we're nearly there. It's the calm after the storm. Yesterday I flipped through magazines and watched romantic comedies while my Mister studied for his first exam...
At Long Last
Hello my sweet friends. I hope you've been well and enjoying your summers. I wish we could meet up for a cup of coffee to catch up. I have so many stories to tell. The Mister and I are slowly getting settled in our new home. There are still boxes left unpacked. Drawers to organize. Laundry to put away. Dust to clean. Finishing touches and decorating to do...
Inspired Guest Post - Caiti from Life is a Canvas
First of all, I want to thank Kaileen for the opportunity to guest post for her! I am so excited to be here today. My name is Caiti, and I blog at Life is a Canvas. When Kaileen shared that she was facing a number of amazing life changes including a new apartment with her mister in a new city, I was so excited for her! It's such an wonderful time full of new possibilities...