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Reading Time: 6 minutesAlthough there was a time when I felt like we were alone in our financial struggles, I now know that is absolutely not the case. Here are some real ways to eliminate financial stress from your life! It wasn’t too many years ago that my husband and I were crushed under the weight of financial […]
A Chore System for Young Kids That Works
Reading Time: 6 minutesAre you confused as how to get your kids started with chores? Do you pay them or not? What is the best way to teach kids responsibility at home? We’re excited to share a chore system for young kids that works for our family! By Will and Erin Odom Like many areas in our marriage, […]
Motherhood & Family7 Ways to Raise Grateful Kids in an Entitled World
Reading Time: 8 minutesIn an increasingly entitled world, is it even possible to raise grateful kids? These 7 ways will help you get started! I’ll never forget the moment my own entitlement dawned on me. I was a 19-year-old college student spending a month studying in Costa Rica. I had only been out of the country once before–to […]
5+ Clutter-Free Valentine’s Day Gifts for Any Love Language
Reading Time: 6 minutesIs it possible to give gifts that don’t clutter up the house and meet your loved one where they most feel loved? I think so! Check out these 5+ clutter-free Valentine’s Day gifts for any love language. Ever since I read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up last fall, I’ve been on a mission to […]
Learning to Cook with Your Kids
Reading Time: 4 minutesI didn’t learn how to cook until I was married, and, if truth be told, I feel like I’m still learning. If you are still learning how to cook, the exciting part is that now you can learn to cook with your kids! I didn’t grow up in the kitchen. My mom is an amazing homemaker, […]
My Wedding Ring Doesn’t Fit (and other confessions)
Reading Time: 6 minutesA few weeks ago, I took off my wedding ring, and I haven’t been able to get it back on. I realized I had gained weight–and that this was the year to re-gain control of my health. One of my major goals this year is to regain control of my health. Even those who know […]
Health10 Book You’ll Never Forget Reading
Reading Time: 6 minutesI’ve been a bookworm since childhood, but I went several years where I didn’t read as much as I wanted simply because of my season of life. Even though I still don’t devour books as much as I did in my youth, I’m happy to report that that I read more than 30 books in […]
10 Posts You Don’t Want to Miss
Reading Time: 5 minutes Happy New Year! As I enter each new year, I love to go back and reflect on the one before. It’s especially fun to check out which posts resonated the best with readers each year! It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone–and 2016 marks 5 years of The Humbled Homemaker! From […]
The Simple Things in Life That Never Change
Reading Time: 3 minutesThere are some things in life that never change from generation to generation. As the holidays approach and the busiest time of the year arrives, take time to reflect on those simple things! It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a year since my maternal grandmother went Home. With each passing month, I am reminded of […]
6 Ways to Encourage Language Learning in Your Home
Reading Time: 7 minutesFrom Erin: Because Will and I both speak Spanish and have a huge heart for other cultures, language learning is very important to us. It’s one reason we took our girls to Costa Rica for 5 weeks this past summer! Will is actually a high school Spanish teacher, so he knows what he’s talking about […]
Homemade Powdered Sugar
Reading Time: 3 minutesMaking your own homemade powdered sugar is one of the easiest things you will ever do in the kitchen! Never buy it again! What I’m about to tell you might just change your life: You do not have to buy powdered sugar. As in, you never, ever have to even think about it. Cross it […]
10 Must-Have Books for Moms
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 […]
How 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
