Jan 16, 2016
Jordan&Tyler
These two boys are my grandsons my daughters kids , I have 4 more grand kids .from my stepchildren .Someday if I can get them all together I will post them also .Hopefully soon ☺
Jan 15, 2016
Random decor pictures
Whether you like a cottage type home or minimalist,contemporary, traditional . If it is to structured to perfect in my opinion it cannot be comfy .Comfy is what we all what in the end. a place you can relax and not feel like you are living in a showroom.
These are some pictures I found on Pinterest and Google images !
Jan 14, 2016
Simplify Your life !
I got this article in my emails this morning from Mother Earth Living,funny how sometimes timing is spot on !
By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
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| http://www.motherearthliving.com/ |
A Guide to Simplifying Life
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, is detrimental to our well-being. Try this collection of ideas to create a home and life with time and space to breathe, relax and enjoy.By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, diminishes our ability to focus on what matters in our lives.
Photo by iStock
As ironic as it may seem, simplifying our lives can sometimes feel overwhelming. Perhaps you have a basement or garage so jam-packed with stuff, you can’t muster up the energy to go through it. Or maybe you are rushing so much between work appointments, family obligations, kids’ activities and more that you don’t have time to even think about simplifying. Maybe you’re not rushed every day, but you find you’re spending time on things that aren’t your true passion and need to consider a life adjustment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
• 8 Spaces to Declutter with Smart Organization Hacks
1. Make a short list. Take out a sheet of paper and fold it into a small square, or use an index card. Now make a short list of the four or five most important things in your life. What’s most important to you? What do you value most? What four to five things do you most want to do in your life? Simplifying starts with these priorities, as you are trying to make room in your life so you have more time for these things.
2. Drop one commitment. Think about all the things in your life you’re committed to doing, and try to find one that takes up time but doesn’t give you much value. Perhaps you’re on a team, or coaching something, or on a board or committee, or whatever—something you do each day or week or month that you don’t really want to do. Now take action today to drop that commitment. Call someone or send an email telling the appropriate person or people that you just don’t have the time. You will feel relief. I’d recommend eventually dropping all commitments that don’t contribute to your short list (from item No. 1), but for today, just drop one commitment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
Organization Tips
• Boost Productivity: The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential• 8 Spaces to Declutter with Smart Organization Hacks
10 Simplifying Tips from Leo Babauta
These are what I consider the 10 most important steps we can take to live a simpler life. Choose one and do it today. Tomorrow, choose another. If you do these 10 things, you’ll have made great strides with little effort.1. Make a short list. Take out a sheet of paper and fold it into a small square, or use an index card. Now make a short list of the four or five most important things in your life. What’s most important to you? What do you value most? What four to five things do you most want to do in your life? Simplifying starts with these priorities, as you are trying to make room in your life so you have more time for these things.
2. Drop one commitment. Think about all the things in your life you’re committed to doing, and try to find one that takes up time but doesn’t give you much value. Perhaps you’re on a team, or coaching something, or on a board or committee, or whatever—something you do each day or week or month that you don’t really want to do. Now take action today to drop that commitment. Call someone or send an email telling the appropriate person or people that you just don’t have the time. You will feel relief. I’d recommend eventually dropping all commitments that don’t contribute to your short list (from item No. 1), but for today, just drop one commitment.
Simplify Your life !
I got this article in my emails this morning from Mother Earth Living,funny how sometimes timing is spot on !
By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
|
| http://www.motherearthliving.com/ |
A Guide to Simplifying Life
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, is detrimental to our well-being. Try this collection of ideas to create a home and life with time and space to breathe, relax and enjoy.By Jessica Kellner
January/February 2016
Feeling overwhelmed, whether by clutter or too many commitments, diminishes our ability to focus on what matters in our lives.
Photo by iStock
As
ironic as it may seem, simplifying our lives can sometimes feel
overwhelming. Perhaps you have a basement or garage so jam-packed with
stuff, you can’t muster up the energy to go through it. Or maybe you are
rushing so much between work appointments, family obligations, kids’
activities and more that you don’t have time to even think about
simplifying. Maybe you’re not rushed every day, but you find you’re
spending time on things that aren’t your true passion and need to
consider a life adjustment.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
No matter your individual situation, by stopping to evaluate how we spend our time, we can pull back on activities that don’t give us much in the way of a return, and free up more time to spend on the things we love. We have only one life; we owe it to ourselves to pursue our passions.
The 10 tips to follow are from the blog Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Babauta—a writer, runner and father of six—created the blog (named one of the top 50 websites in the world by TIME magazine) to try to find simplicity in the chaos of daily life. Over the past decade, he has transformed his life to become healthier and calmer and pursue what he loves. He shares information to help readers do the same. Visit Zen Habitats to read much more.
Organization Tips
Jan 13, 2016
Body & Soul: How to Create Floral Waters and Colognes (Re-Post)
From Herb Companion newsletterTry These Floral Waters and Colognes:
• Eau de Cologne
• Rosewater
• Quick and Easy Rosewater
• Lavender Water Voile
• Summer Garden Cologne
• Hungary Water Cologne
Creating your own lightly scented waters and colognes is as easy as picking your favorite flower. Scented waters are some of the oldest toiletries created to stimulate, please and entertain our sense of smell. Ancient Egyptians used scented oils to perfume their bodies and lift their spirits. In the 10th century, the practice of oil distillation was perfected and the perfume industry took shape.
Scented oils are simple to create. You can distill your scent, capturing the essential oils from fresh flower petals on your stovetop. Or you can mix your favorite essential oils with water to create a light and delicate scent. Use these scented products alone as a perfume or as an addition to your favorite bath or beauty recipe. Fresh rosewater makes a wonderful addition to a favorite cream and lavender water can be splashed all over your body after bathing to relax your spirit and refresh your body.
Always use fresh, organic blooms when making scented waters and colognes. Your flowers should be free of pesticides and chemicals. If you do not have any flowers in your garden, check with a local grower. Pick your flowers in the morning, about two to three hours after sunrise for best results. Blossoms that have been in the hot afternoon sun may not be as fragrant. Use only fresh petals and remove all leaves and stems. Wash your petals gently right before using. Here are a few simple recipes and techniques to get you started. Enjoy!
Read more: http://www.herbcompanion.com/body-care/body-and-soul-how-to-create-floral-waters-and-colones.aspx#ixzz1Vtst3AHA
Body & Soul: How to Create Floral Waters and Colognes (Re-Post)
From Herb Companion newsletterTry These Floral Waters and Colognes:
• Eau de Cologne
• Rosewater
• Quick and Easy Rosewater
• Lavender Water Voile
• Summer Garden Cologne
• Hungary Water Cologne
Creating your own lightly scented waters and colognes is as easy as picking your favorite flower. Scented waters are some of the oldest toiletries created to stimulate, please and entertain our sense of smell. Ancient Egyptians used scented oils to perfume their bodies and lift their spirits. In the 10th century, the practice of oil distillation was perfected and the perfume industry took shape.
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