Minimalist living has become very popular in the last few years, as many of us look for ways to consume less and find fulfillment outside of material wealth. But is it realistic to become a minimalist, especially if you have a family? I say yes, and here’s why: For me, living a minimalist lifestyle wasn’t […]
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With all of the cleaning and organizing that I’ve been doing lately, you’d think it was Springtime. I’ve mentioned before how I cannot stand clutter, but despite my best efforts, it always seems to creep back in. Such is life with a little one, I suppose. Of course, us big kids could always stand to
The words “thrift shopping” can conjure up different images for different people. Some thrift for the thrill of finding a great bargain, while others may just love older and vintage items. Some thrift because they simply don’t have the budget for brand new. And some have never really thrifted at all, either out of intimidation,
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I was watching a special about America’s oldest amusement parks over the weekend that featured the Giant Dipper, a wooden roller coaster in San Diego’s Belmont Park. Back in the summer of 1997, a local radio station held a contest called “Whirl Till You Hurl”. As if the name alone wasn’t enticing enough (not), the
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