Simple Living

Today: MARVEL

Marvel – definition: one that evokes surprise, admiration, or wonder. To become filled with wonder or astonishment. Do you ever just stand and marvel at something? I know I do! Today I was talking with a customer at the store and she noticed my open heart surgery scar. She was not timid to ask about…

Regrets

Wow, I know, two days in a row for doing the 30 day blog challenge! Really that is nothing to be proud of Kristin :). This one I have been putting off only because it has taken some time to think about. There is a wide range of things I regret, but I know there…

Extreme Home Makeover

When people look at my life, what do they see? What comes to mind? I know for myself what I see. I once heard the analogy of looking at your life with an “Extreme Makeover – Home Edition” aspect. At the beginning of the show, they pan the camara around to see all the areas…

Wants

Have you ever thought about your wants? Wants vs. needs? While I was cleaning (go figure :)), I was thinking about how much our culture is all about wants. Just watch tv for 5 minutes and you will realize how much “wanting” is thrown at us. I started to think about my own wants. I…

Organizing Life

Something I absolutely love to do is organize and make life simpler. Every once in awhile I go through our cupboards and closets to rid of the “stuff” we don’t use. By rid I mean either throw away, donate, or give to someone I know who needs it. It really is a refreshing feeling! Also,…