Author Archives: Franci

Make a Mixtape of your Childhood

twin red headed girls riding bikes in the rain with training wheels circa 1984
Riding bikes with my sister circa 1984

Music has always been a big part of my life. My parents always had the radio on or MTV playing in the background. Rarely does anything move my emotions as much as music.

So much has changed these days as far as music technology but I heard Sony is bringing back the Walkman. Get prepared! Personally I have the free version of Spotify which still allows playlist creation.

I’ve always loved compiling playlists. In high school, my sister and I would create mixtapes and give them as gifts to our friends. I had such a great time choosing the songs and even the order in which the songs were played.

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How I Finally Tackled the Dishes with a Routine and Won

Kitchen sick overflowing with dirty dishes
Never ending…

I’m not sure where you are in your journey for an orderly home but this is an area that’s been a big obstacle for me. This is where I was about 4 years ago. Daily. I had no hope of ever getting ahead or staying caught up with the dishes.

I have good news to share! This is no longer “normal” in our home. Yes, there are days and times when the sink is overflowing but most of the time it’s under control. I can’t even believe I am typing these words. Here are a few things I did that helped.

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