Busy as a Bee

By Becky | October 1, 2014

I love this time of year! There’s a chill in the air, the days are growing shorter, and the roadside stands are loaded with produce, cornstalks, and pumpkins. It’s so beautiful with the leaves changing colors. The next three months are loaded with holidays and family gatherings. But walk into your local store and it’s…

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Chaotic Calendar: Calming Family Schedules

By Becky | January 16, 2013
A striped planner with gold text reading "Every Day is a Gift" rests on a white surface, hinting at order amidst the chaos. A pen lies ready for notes, next to a coffee mug and decorative coaster that complete the serene yet bustling scene of your daily planner.

We’ve been organizing all month! The mudroom’s clutter is corralled and the laundry room is arranged for active duty. Let’s tackle the chaotic calendar! Use these tried and true tips for calming family schedules in your home. “Calendar Chaos” is a popular class I lead. Every family struggles in one way or another with determining what…

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A Time for Everything?

By Becky | April 29, 2012
A colorful beach ball floats on clear, rippling blue water, capturing a timeless and playful summery scene.

May and September, the busiest months of the year for families with school-age children. September begins with endless forms to fill out, new activities and classes. May is the ending, the culmination of the year’s events. That said summer activities are just around the corner. After the busyness of the past nine months, why not…

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