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A Slow Spring Reset: Letting Go of Old Homemaking Systems & Creating What Actually Works

The article discusses the concept of a "slow spring reset," emphasizing the importance of gently letting go of outdated homemaking systems and creating new routines. It advocates for small, manageable changes rather than overwhelming overhauls, encouraging readers to embrace temporary solutions and build momentum through small wins.

house and home, humor

DIY Pet Care: Skunk Rescue and Cleaning Hacks

The content narrates a chaotic day filled with humorous pet and farm-related challenges, including a dog that encounters a skunk and mischievous chickens. It emphasizes the struggles of cleaning and self-care amidst the mess, while celebrating the joys and trials of pet parenting and backyard farming in a lighthearted and relatable manner.

holiday, How To, humor, relationships

How To Make The Most of The Last Days of Summer

How to make the most of the LAST DAYS of SUMMER and let's get organized for Fall with HB90!

house and home, How To, humor, self-help

Bugged Out & Cooped Up: Tales of Homesteading Hiccups

Bugged Out & Cooped Up: Tales of Homesteading Hiccups... & How to OrganizeIt All!

outdoor projects
DIY, house and home, humor, self-help

Which Spring DIY Personality Type are You?

Can't figure out which Spring DIY Personality are you? Take a journey with me with some projects and see which style suits you best!

humor, self-help, Writing Stuff

The Camp NaNoWriMo Trap

The Camp Nanowrimo Trap can happen to the best of us, seasoned writers or beginners. Failing doesn't mean it's over; it just means you need to step back and re-evaluate for your comeback.

Acting, behind the scenes, How To, humor, self-help

Get Ready With Me: Actor’s Edition

get ready with me. actor's edition. how i prep, plan, audition, and what I take with me to set. we also do some self-reflection & growth in this post. join in!

arts and crafts, DIY, fashion, humor, self-help

Journey to a Boutique Closet Design | A Spring Reset + Refresh

(week 9) https://youtu.be/msjS0u9ygWg Journey to a Boutique Closet Design | A Winter to Spring Reset + Refresh Vlog It feels like yesterday since the last closet update but, here we are again! Ha! But, itโ€™s - technically - been a whole season already! Can you believe it?! ...annnnnd, spring is right around the corner! Literally!… Continue reading Journey to a Boutique Closet Design | A Spring Reset + Refresh

books, DIY, humor

Get Inspired this Early Spring: DIY Projects + Must-Read Books

This early spring, the author shares DIY projects and a TBR + review documentary. She reflects on embracing the winter and anticipates spring's arrival. The post includes a stove cover project and introduces the "Touch Once" Rule. She also discusses her library book haul and shares a link to a video. The author presents a humorous and engaging narrative with a touch of observational humor.

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baking, holiday, humor

A Two-Timing Two-fer for Valentines Day!

A two-timing, two-fer for Valentine's Day! Who say's two-timing can't be a good thing!

DIY, humor

Whassup with your eBay, Pumpkin?

Whassup with your eBay, Pumpkin? Today's the day.

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Ain’t Nuthin’ But Party… Just a WRiter’s HOme OFfice PaRtY

a home office remodel and refresh for the writer in you

fashion, healthy and beauty, How To, humor, new years resolutions

The 2024 Wardrobe Dump

365 outfits a day for a year. What I wore! Wardrobe dump!

DIY, fashion, house and home, How To, humor, self-help

Un-decorating My-Summer Party | Part One

Un-Decorating My-Summer Party | Part One

How To, humor, self-help

A Shed, Some Bread, & A Dog… Oh My!

Today, we tackle a shed demo, bake some bread, and put my little taste tester Bruno to task!

My Mediterranean (Courtyard) Makeover
DIY, house and home, humor

My Mediterranean (Courtyard )Makeover

My mini-mediterranean (courtyard) makeover. A dilapidated entryway becomes a sweet, Greek-inspired Courtyard worth relaxing through the summer days!

healthy and beauty, humor

Hair-tox at the Henna Disco

get your dancing gloves on and a shower cap, we're gonna hair-tox at the henna disco

gardening gnome newbie spring summer series returns rita slanina
house and home, How To, humor, self-help

Gnome Gardening Newbie Returns

its back! The first installment of the gardening gnome newbie spring summer series returns rita slanina

humor, self-help, Writing Stuff

NOT The NaNo!

Not the NaNo! Can you feel it? Are you excited? Let's get it, writers!

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How To, music, self-help

Recording Studios: Quick-Fix for the Underdog

Learn Piano You put a song together, and now you need a recording studio. Or do you? As luck would have it, in under ten minutes, I've got a quick fix for the underdog songwriter. No budget? No equipment? No problem! The idea is you need: music software cost of equipment and the age-old question… Continue reading Recording Studios: Quick-Fix for the Underdog

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How To, humor, music, Writing Stuff

Ode To Serenades & Marinades

An ode to serenades & marinades this week! Sometimes a songwriter just needs to get back to writing to get out all that emotional baggage!

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Exercise, healthy and beauty, How To, humor, new years resolutions, relationships, self-help

Grab A Blender… I’ve got lemons!

Grab a blender... I've got lemons! Life stinks but get some mixers and make a spritzer to get through it! Pick yourself up girl and get to work! 4-hot-tips grab a blender i've got lemons rita slanina starting over create fresh start in life

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healthy and beauty, humor, self-help, Writing Stuff

THE BUJO IS BACK | PLAN WITH ME FOR SEPTEMBER

Life without bullet journals is no life at all! Plus announcing a partnership that will help you get and stay healthy!

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Newbie Beginnings in Gardening | Spring & Summer Series

When gardening meets the road. Ever try gardening? Well, I gave it a go. So, would I do it again?

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fashion, How To, humor, self-help

The Bikini Declutter Project

the bikini declutter project (and try-on haul. say no to triangle tops and goodby to those strings and thongs! We're classing it up! Or, at least giving it a hearty go!

humor

Satisfying (REALISTIC) Shed Declutter | Spring Summer Series

A new segment from the Sring & Summer Series. A satisfying (but totally realistic) outdoor shed declutter and organize!

fashion, humor

VIBES JUST IN TIME SPRING & SUMMER

The SouthWest United States.Here.... it has quickly jumped into summer. Nary a moment to enjoy that frenzied energy level of Spring. Although, I felt I made good on my springtime vibes this year. Never one to "love" spring, I did discover a new adoration for it. I know... who knew?! In the past, I have… Continue reading VIBES JUST IN TIME SPRING & SUMMER

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baking, Day In The Life, house and home, How To, humor, lifestyle

Mastering Home Reset: Lessons in Resourcefulness

The post describes a transformative day that began as a simple cleaning task but evolved into a comprehensive home reset filled with creative chaos. It emphasizes resourcefulness over motivation, illustrating how small actions can lead to meaningful progress. The author highlights the importance of finding peace amidst disorder and embracing lifeโ€™s unpredictable nature.

house and home, humor, lifestyle

Spring Cleaning & Garden Prep: Embrace the Reset

On the first day of spring, a playful reset is initiated, incorporating deep cleaning, garden planning, and embracing life's chaos. The process emphasizes small wins over perfection, with moments of joy highlighted by pet companionship. Ultimately, it's about the experience of progress, rather than completion, fostering optimism and resilience.

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Spring Reset: Cleaning and Outdoor Project Ideas

This blog post captures a transformative spring reset day filled with unexpected outdoor projects, including DIY landscaping and a chicken coop refresh. The author reflects on the joy of homemaking, the importance of rest, and the satisfaction derived from creating a cozy, inviting space. Imperfection becomes a part of the dayโ€™s beauty.