You’ve probably heard it before—“Blogging is dead.” In a world of viral TikToks, polished YouTube vlogs, and lightning-fast social media feeds, writing long-form blog posts can feel like shouting into the void. People say, “If you’re not focused on social media, are you even doing anything?” But here’s the thing: blogging isn’t dead. It’s just evolved. And in many ways,…
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Morning Coffee Ritual
I’m not a natural early riser, especially as the days grow shorter. Once the sun rises after 7:30 a.m., my circadian rhythm and daily routine clash dramatically. Coffee, the nectar of the gods, seems like my only salvation in the morning. I don’t even need the caffeine anymore; the aroma is enough to perk me up. While I’m not fond…
Following My Own Blogging Path
I started following blogs – then called online journals – in 1995. They were a glimpse into another life and even their mundane seemed more interesting than mine. Some of them were really well written and the authors went to publish successful books. Some went viral for a short time (remember the woman who cataloged her debt-free journey, including having…
Achieve Your Goals and Dreams Using the Living Well Planner
Do you want to achieve your goals and dreams? Sure you do! Remember those resolutions you set in January? Me neither! Seriously, though, over 70% of people fail to achieve their goals or resolutions. My biggest resolution this year was to work towards achieving my goals… and accomplish a few! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links.…
Back-to-School Shopping: A Practical Guide (2024)
As August rolls in, the countdown to the first day of school begins, which means it’s time for back-to-school clothes shopping. This task has become more intricate now that my kids are tweens and fashion-conscious. They have clear “yes” and “no” lists for what they’ll wear and what they won’t, adding an extra layer of complexity. Where to Start – Make A…
Top 10 School Supplies Teachers Love
It’s nearly time to start purchasing all those back to school supplies. Summer goes by t00 fast! I teach high school (cue sympathy sighs). It’s a great job, but I’m sure you know that teachers spend a lot of money on supplies. I don’t have a lot of money, so I’m always looking for what lasts. While I’m always ready for…
Declutter Your Day
This week, we’re on our annual lake vacation. There’s limited internet and no cellular service at all. Without all that connectivity, I’ve had hours of time to read, reflect and plan out the rest of the year. One of the things I’ve been reflecting upon is the amount of time I must spend passively using technology for no real purpose!…
Lake Cabin Vacation
We’re on vacation! Every year, we rent a cabin at the lake I spent my summers as a child. In fact, the cabin is directly across the lake from the lakehouse my grandparents owned. The cabin is part of a small, family-owned resort.There’s no tv and no cell phone service. Wifi only really works if you get up really early.…
June Life
School let out in a whirlwind. It seemed like every day was either a school event or an appointment that required at least an hour’s drive. It’s amazing how much can get crammed in those last days of school! Since then, we’ve been enjoying relaxing, sleeping in and having fun together! Ha! Ha! None of that is true… We’re up…
School’s Out for Summer! 8 Summer Activities for Tweens
School is out for the summer and we are planning a summer extravaganza! Just kidding, we are planning on staying home with the chickens and taking advantage of our local library, along with creating our own fun. Lots of summer activities for tweens! Our local library has tons of summer activities for kids; magicians, reptile handlers, movie afternoons, crafts, and, of…