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20 Beach Day Essentials

Summer is coming to an end. This year, our summer vacation was spent visiting our family in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a week. I booked a thrifty flight from Atlanta to Miami with Frontier Airlines. My two-year-old son flew for free, thanks to my Discount Den membership and being flexible with our travel dates. My Hertz rental car was affordable, complementing my friends and family discount. We got to celebrate my sister-cousin’s birthday and enjoy Florida’s beautiful tropical weather. A...

Mental Health and Minimalism

Taking care of our mental health correlates closely with minimalism. Decluttering our living spaces is just as important as decluttering our minds. When our mental health is in a good state, we are then able to perform well and have a great attitude. There are many forms of exercise to maintain and strengthen one’s mental health. Professional therapy sessions are an excellent form. Working out, regular liquid detoxes, and having a strong spiritual compass are also among many others. It...

Five Reasons Community is Important

If you are like me, you value having a community of loving, wise, honest, and supportive people. As we navigate through life, our sense of community may change and evolve. Career placements and other life events can influence how we define and redefine community. I have meaningful friendships that were formed throughout various stages of life. They are nurtured and maintained by intentional catch-ups via phone, hanging out, social media engagements, and traveling. Living in a different state than my...

Set Healthy Boundaries

Minimalism can be applied in various areas of our lives. Most people associate minimalism with having fewer material things. Foundationally, minimalism is a frame of mind. Setting healthy boundaries is a form of minimalism. It allows us to be free from chains and compromising our overall well-being. In order to set healthy boundaries effectively, we have to first be able to identify what our boundaries are. Understanding our likes, dislikes, standards, non-negotiables, goals, among other things are necessary in order...

How to Save on Family Outings

Family outings are fun and memorable but the associated expenses add up quickly. One way I save on our family outings is by purchasing annual memberships to local attractions. We have memberships to various attractions within metro Atlanta. The memberships’ annual prices pay for themselves in two to three visits in most cases. We also forego having to book ahead more often, than not. That is one of the top membership perks since I am a free spirit at heart....

How to Save Money During Your Birth Month

Merchants love to reward their loyal customers. You can count on receiving special promotions and gifts on your birth month from retailers. January is my birth month and I usually enjoy a ton of freebies all month long. From complimentary desserts at local restaurants or even complimentary meals altogether to free gadgets and services. Some tourist attractions offer free admission to state residents on the day of their birthdays. Check your local attractions to see which ones offer that deal,...

The Reason for the Season

The holiday season brings symbolism of cheer and fellowship. For some, it is a tough time filled with sorrow, loneliness, and grief. My hope is that we give each other more compassion, grace, and love. Love is the reason for the season. May God’s agape love warm your and your loved ones’ hearts this season and beyond. Be sure to cherish precious moments and make lasting memories! Be sure to share this blog post and subscribe to stay in the...

Fall into Minimalism

I love the fall season! Georgia is absolutely stunning in the fall. Seeing the leaves change into their green, brown, and orange hues is breathtaking. Autumn starts the holiday season of the last quarter. Many of us enter robotic mode while planning dinner parties, annual family gatherings, and the like. The pandemic has slowed us down some. We have to be selective about who we spend time with. It can take a lot out of us nonetheless. When preparing for...

10 Ways to Polish Your Nighttime Routine

It is great to have a nighttime routine. It can influence your sleep quality. Some people have routines that differ on weekdays than on weekends. Whatever works well for you is meaningful. The pandemic has awarded us more time for sleep and other activities. 10 Ways to Polish Your Nighttime Routine Pray/Meditate Drink some tea Try aromatherapy Play calming music Make time for intimacy Take care of your hygiene Check the weather for the next day Ensure your bedding is...

Highlights of Cancun, Mexico

My son experienced his first international trip this summer! We visited Cancun, Mexico for five days. Traveling during the pandemic and especially with a toddler was interesting. It was comforting to see how clean and sanitary the hotels, restaurants, and other public places were in Mexico. There were sanitizing stations everywhere. Our hotel had a walk-through, light spraying sanitizing machine. Our luggage were sprayed down upon entry. Masks were available per request. Our resort accommodation was all-inclusive. Just taxes and...

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