My first thought on hearing the words “on demand” and “download instantly” are not complementary. It’s pretty much, “Ugh. More noise to fight through,” with perhaps a choice swear word thrown in for spice.  As if having the ability to watch Air Bud 12 anytime I want is somehow a service worth paying the [...]

I had the good fortune of being interviewed by the fabulous Emma Alvarez Gibson of Old Soul Ink, and the post is up today.  You can head over to read the interview, or just browse the archives where there are lots of interesting goodies.  Old Soul Ink interviews focus on the minutiae of life, with [...]

Spring cleaning should really be classified as a temporary disorder, causing us to do things we would never consider under different circumstances.  Overcome by the urge to purge, it’s easy to toss perfectly good items out with the genuine clutter. When you open your closet door and think, “I know I had more than a [...]

Today’s post is from Sherri of Serene Journey. Sherri and her husband Gwynn share their tips to enjoying life and discuss topics like personal development, frugality, home and organizing, happiness and family.
Not everyone is a morning person, I get that, but mornings do happen to be my favorite time of day. It’s quiet and peaceful, [...]

“I’ve been trying to simplify my life and focus more on everyday pleasures. I’ve cut down on a bunch of stuff, but my life is as crazy as ever. What’s the problem?”
I don’t know the intimate details of anyone’s schedule but my own, but I’ve got an almost surefire way to figure out why this [...]

I had great plans for this weekend, I really did. I was going to finish sewing a dress to usher in spring, test a few Wii games for afterschool programs, work in the yard, work on a side project, and get way ahead in my blogging. Big plans.  What did I really do? I did [...]

On Simplicity started with a small idea, nothing more than an experiment to be honest. And because people have read, shared, and contributed to this blog, it’s grown into more than I ever expected.  The experiment has become a passion, and it’s helped me continue to simplify my life while growing my relationships. I’ve had [...]

It must be something about spring. The fresh breezes, the longer evenings, the new growth (looks like everything survived the winter!)… I’m not sure what exactly causes that spring sense of purpose, but I’m absolutely caught up in it.  I want to start new things, try new experiences, and cook new foods.  So this week, [...]