Tag: realistic homemaking
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My December Home Reset: 12 Simple Daily Touches for a Peaceful Christmas Season
Feeling behind this December? Here are the 12 tiny daily touches I rely on to keep our home peaceful, grounded, and cozy during the lead-up to Christmas. These simple rhythms help me stay ahead without overwhelm ā Advent moments, small resets, and homemaking habits that make December feel calm instead of chaotic.
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The Missing Middle of Homemaking: Why Your Planner Isnāt Enough (And the Simple System That Helped Me) ā 1st Sunday of Advent
As Advent begins, Iām choosing small, faithful rhythms over frantic finishing ā because peace grows in tiny, steady steps. In this weekās video I share why Emm Brightās idea of the āmissing middleā resonated with me, and how the simple Index Card System finally bridged that gap between my planner and my home. If youād…
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Janeās Agenda Cyber Week Sales 2025: The Complete Guide (New Releases, Doorbusters + Freebies!)
As we head into Thanksgiving week and step gently toward the season of Advent, I love taking a quiet moment to refresh my planner and prepare my heart for the weeks ahead. And if youāre a paper-lover like me, Janeās Agenda Cyber Week is truly the most joyful time of the year! These beautiful planner…
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Cruising Through the Holidays: Little-by-Little Christmas Prep for a Peaceful December
As we ease into the holiday season, Iām reminding myself that peace grows in the small, faithful steps we take each day. In this weekās video, Iām sharing how Iām gently cruising through the holidays with simple FlyLady missions, cozy homemaking rhythms, and my beloved Index Card Systemālittle-by-little routines that help create a calm, Christ-centered…
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How Slowing Down Helped Me Refocus: Grace, Homemaking & Purpose in Busy Seasonsšæ
The last two weeks have been full ā the kind of full that stretches you thin and reminds you how much grace you really need. Between work, family, and finishing a big quilt project for my daughterās school fundraiser, I found myself needing to pause, breathe, and re-focus. In todayās post, Iām sharing what helped…
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The Truth About the Index Card System: Simple Routines for Real-Life Homemakers
I used to think homemaking should only take a few five-minute tasks each week ā but once I accepted that caring for my home does take time, I stopped resisting it. The Index Card System helped me find peace in the rhythm of daily chores, not guilt for not doing enough. Read how I adapted…
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How I Use My Janeās Agenda Subscription Box to Reset My Month
This year, Iām combining the FlyLadyās Cruising Through the Holidays system with my Index Card System for a calmer, more intentional Christmas prep season. Instead of trying to do everything at once, Iām working on small daily tasks Monday through Friday for six weeks ā all tracked on rotating index cards. Itās simple, flexible, and…
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Cruising Through the Holidays: How Iām Using the FlyLady Christmas Prep Plan with My Index Card System
This year, Iām combining the FlyLadyās Cruising Through the Holidays system with my Index Card System for a calmer, more intentional Christmas prep season. Instead of trying to do everything at once, Iām working on small daily tasks Monday through Friday for six weeks ā all tracked on rotating index cards. Itās simple, flexible, and…
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When Life Throws You Off Track: How to Reset Without Starting Over
When life gets messy, itās easy to think your system isnāt working anymore. But before you toss it and start fresh, hereās a gentle reminder: sometimes the most productive thing you can do is give yourself grace and pick up right where you left off.
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Decluttering Before the Holidays (Fall Home Reset)
Fall is the perfect season for a home reset! š In this post, Iām sharing my simple decluttering routine that clears out the clutter, creates cozy spaces, and helps prepare for a calmer, more joyful holiday season. Get inspired with practical tipsāand watch my Decluttering Before the Holidays (Fall Home Reset) video to declutter with…
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How I Use the Index Card System to Keep My Home Peaceful & Organized
Have you ever felt like no matter how many lists you make, the house still feels overwhelming? That was me ā until I discovered a surprisingly simple system that actually works: index cards. In my latest vlog, I show you how I use these cards to guide my morning, afternoon, and evening routines ā from…
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Unboxing My Janeās Agenda Anniversary Sale + DIY Planner Dividers & Free Printable Checklist
Unboxing my Janeās Agenda Anniversary Sale haul + showing how I made DIY planner dividers out of subscription boxes! Plus, grab my free Janeās Agenda Inserts Checklist to track and organize your collection.