Motherhood & Family
Reading Time: 6 minutesIf you’re looking for a good book for a mom on your list (or to give your husband to get for YOU this Christmas!), then you’ll want to check out these 10 books for moms! If you’ve been around the site any length of time at all, you know that I LOVE to read! The time I’ve […]
Archives for November 2015
HomeHow to Naturally Clean with Super Washing Soda
Reading Time: 5 minutesThis post is sponsored by the maker of ARM & HAMMER™ Super Washing Soda. Cleaning naturally does not have to be complicated or expensive. Check out how to naturally clean with super washing soda–all over your house! If you’ve followed The Humbled Homemaker for very long, you know that I like to stick to as […]
How to KonMari Your Christmas
Reading Time: 5 minutesChristmas is supposed to be a time of joy, but all too often we clutter up the season with unnecessary burdens and stress. Here’s how to simplify and refocus your holiday using the popular KonMari Method! By Elsie Callender, Contributing Writer Marie Kondo’s “KonMari Method” of decluttering has inspired thousands of people to discover the […]
5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Guests
Reading Time: 4 minutesWith the holiday season approaching, you might be wondering what are some efficient ways to prepare your home for guests. Check out these five! My husband and I are both huge extroverts, and, for the most part, we live by a “come one, come all” policy when it comes to welcoming guests. Over the past two and […]
Don’t Regret the Holidays
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis holiday season, there are ways to enjoy the festivities, the desserts … and you won’t have to regret the holidays once they’re over. Guest Post by Paula Miller of Whole Intentions Thanksgiving and Christmas – the holidays that everyone looks forward to, yet dreads at the same time. We look forward to spending time with family, celebrating and remembering […]
Decorating for Christmas in One Day
Reading Time: 5 minutesHave you ever tried decorating for Christmas in one day? Here’s how one homemaker does it! By Hilary, Contributing Writer I love Christmas. And I love getting ready for Christmas. I know that December is the busiest month of my family’s year, and I know that too much stress can zap my Christmas spirit quicker than […]
Even More Stocking Stuffers for Men (written by a man!)
Reading Time: 6 minutesInside: If you’re looking for stocking stuffers for men, look no further! Here’s a list of curated stocking stuffers, written by a man! By Will Odom, Erin’s husband A few years ago, we published 32 Stocking Stuffers Ideas for Men (written by a man) and got some positive feedback about how helpful it was to many […]
Have Yourself a Merry Little (Debt-Free) Christmas
Reading Time: 4 minutesLearn how to save money on Christmas gifts and stick to a holiday budget so you can have yourself a Merry Little Debt-Free Christmas. Guest Post by Kelli Bhattacharjee of Freebie Finding Mom During the holiday season it’s easy to get caught up in the spirit of giving and go a little overboard… so, how can you save money on […]
Eliminate Dirty Air Filters Forever
Reading Time: 4 minutesAre you tired of dirty air filters? Yeah–me too! My hubs and I recently discovered a way to eliminate dirty air filters forever. If you’re like me, changing air filters isn’t at the top of your agenda. But newsflash to both of us: delaying doing so can not only affect your energy costs, but it can […]
Secondhand Christmas Gifts
Reading Time: 4 minutesBuying Christmas gifts can be a difficult predicament for families on a budget. Purchasing them secondhand can make the holiday more doable, but are secondhand Christmas gifts really okay to give? By Kristen Smith, Contributing Writer I still remember that Christmas morning, opening up the game of Trouble. It was in an old beat up box, and in […]
The 4 Stages of Family Walks with Young Children
Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of our favorite family activities is taking walks around our neighborhood. Knowing the four stages of family walks with young children can help keep things fun (even when mama and daddy might need to exercise a little patience!). Our family loves to takes walks. But walks with young children can be a challenge. There’s nothing […]
5 Reasons to Pack an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox This Year
Reading Time: 3 minutesSamaritan’s Purse runs their Operation Christmas Child collection each November. It’s time to get those shoeboxes packed! My husband and I have been putting together Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes since we were newlyweds. We look forward to this outreach each November. It’s become a favorite family activity with our children as well. Operation Christmas Child […]
Asking Forgiveness to Heal the Wounds of Anger
Reading Time: 6 minutesDo you ever struggle with getting angry at your children? Asking forgiveness can help heal the wounds of anger! Note from Erin: Will is really transparent in this post. He is not the only one who struggles with anger. There have been too many times that I, too, have lost my cool with our precious girls. […]
Why Our Children Will Not Have Cell Phones
Reading Time: 6 minutesChoosing when children get cell phones is very important – a more important decision than many parents treat it. By Jessica, Contributing Writer If you have children, at some point you will have to answer the questions: Will they have cell phones? At what age? What kind of parental controls or restrictions will we use? […]
Health10 Ways to Prepare for Cold and Flu Season
Reading Time: 4 minutesThere is no better time than now to prepare for cold and flu season! It’s barely started to dip into cooler temperatures here in North Carolina, but cold and flu season is already upon us! Our family has battled minimal sicknesses since switching to a more natural lifestyle. But it’s not without a lot of […]
