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I’m often buzzing with nervous energy. Sometimes I think my constant nervousness could shave years off of my life. But the weirdest part is that I don’t really feel stressed, anxious, or scared. I live a relatively calm and peaceful life, so what’s the deal? I now understand that as a HSP (Highly Sensitive Person), […]

Parenting is intense. Everyday is a feast of the senses – the wails and screams, the reek of a dirty diaper, the silkiness of newborn skin, the mosaic of baby food all over your shirt. If you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you might experience these sights, smells and sounds even more vividly. Parenting […]

This is my entire makeup collection. Minimalism comes naturally to some people, but it does NOT come naturally to me.  I needed to first learn the philosophy behind it, and then I needed step by step instructions.  It ended up being totally doable, and strangely addicting.  A real life changer, and just in time.  We […]

Part One I was asked to share a little bit about my new minimalist lifestyle, so I thought I’d fill you in on the magical process of streamlining my wardrobe.  As a busy mom, it’s important to me that I look good and feel comfortable, without having to put a ton of time and effort […]

Quick – grab a pen and paper, and make a list of everything in your home.  List it all – every piece of clothing, sharpie pen, remote control, towel.  Way too overwhelming?  Ok, then make a list of everything in just one room.  Still too much?  How about everything in your desk?  Fine, just one […]

This is a guest post by Kristin of Paleo Plus One and Petal and Thorn. When strangers, acquaintances and family members lavish my daughter Sisi with attention, she rarely reciprocates; at least not right away. I find myself making excuses for her lack of charisma.  “Oh, she’s just shy.”  “She’s not very social right now.” […]

Now that summer is officially upon us, we’re kicking off a series on family friendly travel destinations around the world. Mrs. Chocolate has already written about cruising with a baby, and Mrs. High Heels has written about Cancun, Mexico (I’ll be writing about New York soon!). We’re also accepting guest posts, so if you have a […]