Swedish Death Cleaning, or döstädning, involves decluttering belongings to ease the burden on loved ones after one’s death. Sparked by a friend’s unexpected passing, the author undertook a personal purge, discovering both sentimental and valuable items. This process fostered reflection, autonomy, and clarity, transforming it into a soothing experience.
This month was a fast-paced whirl of activity, with one Christmas event or party after another, capped by THREE Christmases and now that it’s all done, I’m just trying to catch my breath and recall what all we did. This Editor’s Pick edition is a little different than […]
Being a first-time mom is challenging and often full of unexpected surprises. Key insights highlighted include adjusting expectations, managing cleanliness, breastfeeding difficulties, navigating emotional changes, accepting bodily transformations, prioritizing personal time, dealing with unpredictability in routines, and maintaining relationship dynamics with partners. Embracing these experiences is essential for new moms.
If you aren’t using Rakuten while online shopping this holiday, you are missing out! I’ve been using it for years, back when it was called eBates, and have gotten over $1500 back since using it. It’s totally free, easy to sign up, and you usually save even more […]
If your kids are reaching a certain age and you’re wondering if you can continue to let the kids believe in Santa, I say yes! Keep the magic going. They can continue to believe in the magic of the season even if they don’t believe a big dude […]
