The holiday season is in full swing and wow, do the marketers have thoughts about how your life could be better if you just bought more and did more for everyone else. Even when you intentionally simplify, the holiday to-do list can still feel endless. That is because adding anything to an already full plate is going to feel like too much. The truth is that the holidays are a lot. A lot of tasks. A lot of keeping track. A lot of “just one more thing.” And trying to do everyth

Every year I have that moment: December isn’t approaching, it’s here. Instead of feeling magical, the season suddenly feels overwhelming. Anyone else feel that way? A few years ago, during one of these hectic moments, I created the Neat Little Planner  for myself. I loved bullet journaling, but designing my own spreads during busy seasons felt like another full-time job. I needed something flexible, efficient, and easy to use—a planner that could adapt to whatever I needed th

Downsizing can feel overwhelming, but the Twin Cities offers countless ways to donate, sell, and responsibly recycle the items you no longer need. This guide walks you through local nonprofits, consignment options, and safe disposal resources so you can declutter with confidence—and keep usable items out of the landfill.

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It's hard to believe it's already time for kids to be heading back to school, but alas the summer season is winding down. Since the...