You might be surprised by this statement. I’m decluttering (even playing the minsgame this month!). I call myself an aspiring minimalist. I emphasize giving, experiences, and time in nature more than consumerism. Yet I’m also a sucker for good deals and am innately frugal. Why I Shop Black Friday My husband and I are not […]
The Joy of Giving
Last week I shared some ideas for how both sides of our family have celebrated Christmas in the past. I wanted to give a fuller picture of what those celebrations looked like and some suggestions for a more meaningful and less “stuff-centric” Christmas. Let’s focus on the joy of giving rather than getting. Sharing Your […]
Simplify the Holidays: Christmases Past
Halloween is over. Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, which means that Christmas is right around the corner. We also have two family birthdays – one right before Christmas and one soon after New Years. It always feels like a whirlwind. How will we celebrate Christmas this year in light of a desire to keep clutter to […]