Breaking Up with Accent Walls So, I’ve got a confession to make: I stopped painting accent walls. Yep, you heard that right. No more one bold wall in the room making a valiant effort to stand out from its beige or white companions. And let me tell you, my home feels like a whole new … Read more
Why My Living Room Has Become the Laundry HQ You know how laundry can feel like that unending cycle of doom? You’ve got to sort it, wash it, dry it, fold it, and then—if you’re like most people—shove it back into the basket until you need it again. It’s a whole thing. But let me … Read more
The Laundry Conundrum Let’s be honest: when it comes to laundry, we all have our quirks. Some people meticulously sort their whites from their colors, while others toss everything into the wash like they’re throwing confetti at a party. For years, I was a proud member of the “sort it all out” club, but I’ve … Read more
Why I Gave Up on Organizational Products You know that moment when you buy an organizational product that promises to transform your life? You’re scrolling through your favorite home goods store, and suddenly, you spot it: the perfect bin, the ultimate drawer organizer, or that trendy shelf that claims to revolutionize your space. You think, … Read more
Embracing the Clutter So, here’s the thing: I’ve let my kitchen counters become a bit of a mess. Yep, I said it. While the world preaches about minimalist aesthetics and decluttering, I’ve taken the opposite route. And you know what? Cooking has become easier and way more enjoyable. Who knew chaos could actually lead to … Read more
Goodbye, Dresser! You heard that right: I don’t own a bedroom dresser anymore, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier. It sounds a bit dramatic, but hear me out. After years of wrestling with cluttered drawers and struggling to find matching socks, I finally made the leap to a closet system that has completely transformed my … Read more
Chasing the Illusion of Space You know that feeling when you walk into a friend’s house and it just *feels* bigger? You look around, and instead of feeling cozy, you feel like you’ve stepped into a home goods catalog. I’ve been there, too, trying to arrange my furniture and decorate my space to achieve that … Read more
Why I Keep Every Single School Paper My Kids Bring Home You know that feeling when your kid hands you a crumpled piece of paper with a drawing that looks like a potato? You smile, nod, and in that moment, you swear it’s the most beautiful potato you’ve ever seen. As parents, we tend to … Read more
Why Fabric Softener Isn’t My Thing So, let’s get one thing straight: I don’t use fabric softener. Never have, and honestly, I don’t miss it. You see, there’s this common myth floating around that fabric softener is a must for keeping towels fluffy and soft. But I’ve found the opposite to be true. My towels … Read more
Breaking the Cycle of Replacement Have you ever had that moment when something breaks, and your instinct is just to toss it and buy a new one? I certainly have. My kitchen gadgets, clothes, and even furniture have fallen victim to my “out with the old, in with the new” mentality. But a few months … Read more
