It Began With a Plate

It Began With a Plate

You may not know this about me, but big potlucks are not my thing.  There is something about having so many foods at once and having each person take 1 spoonful that is just not appealing.  I think the nurse in me doesn’t like so many hands in the food.  And often I am tempted […]

Project 333 – Three Months In

Project 333 – Three Months In

On February 1, 2014, I began Project 333 as a way to simplify my closet and wardrobe. The goal was to select 33 items to be the sole items worn for 3 full months. Gym wear and under clothes don’t count in the 33 items.  t took me 3 days to select my 33 items, […]

What a Minimalist Might Carry in Her Purse

What a Minimalist Might Carry in Her Purse

I remember my Grandma Smith who would pull whatever you needed out of her purse.  She used to work for an airline company and when she flew, she saved the plastic fork, the jam, and yes, even cheese in her purse.  That purse amazed me as a kid!

How De-Cluttering Made a Difference

How De-Cluttering Made a Difference

In 2013 one of the first things I did was take a month to de-clutter my home.  As the one year anniversary was approaching in 2014 I wanted to repeat this good action, and to raise the bar a bit  too.  I had experienced some success creating support groups on Facebook for doing a raw […]