For the Soul

10 Ways to Simply Save $2,000 (at least)

  When Ryan and I first got married, we were finishing up college.  Translation: we were BROKE. However, my husband had a great background of how to budget and the importance of spending a little, when you have little (or no) income.  He also learned the importance of responsible credit (keyword: responsible).  I wasn’t a… Read More 10 Ways to Simply Save $2,000 (at least)

For the Family, For the Home

DIY Artwork Display

Little known fact about me.  I love decor, but I greatly dislike paying for it.  It’s so expensive!!  I also have a hard time committing to one thing on the walls.  I change my mind. A LOT.  So when I painted our playroom this summer, I didn’t return anything except the clock to the walls.… Read More DIY Artwork Display

For the Soul

Welcome!

Hi, I’m Jenny, a pastor’s wife and mama of two in southern Indiana. I’ve recently become a stay at home mom and am finding more ways to live simply while saving my pocketbook and my sanity. My husband, Ryan, is my best friend and the one who majorly influenced my decision to resign from my… Read More Welcome!

For the Body

8 Simple Hairstyles for Short Hair

Last summer I did what many new mothers do: I chopped off my hair.  My little guy was one, and I needed a simple hairstyle, and one that didn’t get pulled every direction (or out altogether). I didn’t stop there, though.  I dyed it blonde.  Super blonde.  I LOVED it! So when this summer came… Read More 8 Simple Hairstyles for Short Hair

For the Family

SIMPLE Back To School Capsule Wardrobe

School is right around the corner.  And if you live in a district that has a balanced calendar, it’s closer than you think!  Our students head back in just a few short weeks, and I am preparing for all of my back to school shopping this weekend.  I thought I would share my simple tips… Read More SIMPLE Back To School Capsule Wardrobe

For the Home

Farmhouse Dining Room Update Part 1- How To Build a Simple Floating Shelf

I have had a LOT of new found energy this summer.  Therefore, I have been extremely busy tackling projects that have been on my to-do list for a long time (we’ve lived in our home for 4 years, so this particular item has been on my list for…4 years). I have been saving our formal… Read More Farmhouse Dining Room Update Part 1- How To Build a Simple Floating Shelf

For the Soul

10 Ways To Live Simply

10 ways to live an abundantly simple life every day Do you find yourself wishing for a more simple existence?  Maybe you feel like you are grinding, hustling, doing all the things…but for what?  Does living simpler sound like a dream?  It doesn’t have to!  Here are 10 things I do to live simply every… Read More 10 Ways To Live Simply