The Intentional Housewife

Back to school is always a time filled with change, adjustments, and realizations you didn’t see coming. This week, we’ll take a look at some of the changes we’ve made with our move and with how we do things as the children grow and change.

Finally!!!! What a month it’s been! Thank you so much for your patience and sticking with me through this. This week’s episode is all about what I found while moving. All that “other stuff” that we don’t know what to do with? That’s what we’re going to tackle this week. It’s great to be back,… Read More

Ever think you know what you’re doing then go to do something that seems reasonably normal and realize .. I have no idea what I’m doing. And what happens when you’ve known all your life how to do something and someone else doesn’t. Do you ever consider that your shock that she doesn’t know how… Read More

Is good enough .. good enough? Dave Ramsey had a quote on a recent episode something like “There is no status quo. You’re either getting better or you’re getting worse.” In this episode, I explore this a bit more in depth and talk about what this means in light of our job as caretakers of… Read More

How many times do we look at the lives of other moms on social media and think Yeah, that’s great, but I can’t do that because … I feel your pain. Join me this week as I talk about the same struggles you’re having. Do I measure up? How can all these moms have these… Read More

Can your home run without you? What if you were hit by a bus today? That’s the scenario, or any scenario that puts you out of commission for any amount of time, that “bus proofing” takes into account. This week, we’ll discuss plans you should be making to protect your family in your absence. This… Read More

Spring cleaning! For some, this is the best time of year. If you’re like me, though, getting rid of clutter and extra stuff can be extremely stressful. This week, I’ll share how I get through this time of year without feeling like I’m throwing my life away.

It’s that time of year again. That time when the sun comes back out from hiding, children start staying home more, and schedules and budgets go out the window. Come with me this week while we go over my tips for planning for the changes summer brings.

The Mom Command Center is the nexus of everyday life. Join me in exploring money-conscious and insightful ways to optimize this essential area of every mom’s home.

What’s for dinner? Did you just cringe a little? A trend that I’m sure has been developing for decades now, but I’ve only recently noticed, has been weighing on my heart. When did cooking become scary? When did preparing a simple meal become too arduous a task to take on? The unfamiliar is always intimidating… Read More

I GOT A MINIVAN!!! I start out this episode with the awesomeness that is the minivan. Why have all of you moms with minivans been holding out? On a more serious note .. We moms can be just a touch neurotic when it comes to making friends. This week, I talk about observations I’ve made… Read More

What happened to Bridge? What happened to afternoon tea? What happened to playdates? When did we decide to just go it alone? This week, come with me as I ask these questions and try to help us all see the value in getting together as mothers and wives to reconnect, refocus, and recharge.

Have you ever found yourself out shopping for some holiday baubles (dresses, suits, toys, candy, etc.) and asked yourself: Why am I doing this? In this week’s episode, I share some inspiration and revelations from my experience with exactly that question and how we handled it in our family. I hope this rant is an… Read More

Well, after a week of absolutely nothing happening, we’re back with another inspiring episode of tips and encouragement! Do you have trouble with the everyday habits of eating healthy and losing some of that baby weight? It doesn’t have to be hard. This week, I share a couple simple tips that are all about working… Read More

When everything is planned to the minute, the least hiccup can ruin your entire day.  Like tipping the first domino, that one late appointment, that one diaper, that one burnt piece of toast can affect plans for the rest of the day. Come with me in this week’s episode while we talk about how packing… Read More

This week, we take a look at why salt is weird when wet, why bananas are amazing, and the secret lives of socks. So, join me on this journey to create a happy home.

This week has been proof of the old saying “The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.”  The trick is to keep your wits about you and trust that everything will come out alright. Come with me this week on my journey and find encouragement, insight, and company on this journey to… Read More

It seems that we have gotten ourselves into a bit of a rut around here and we plan to eat our way out of it. Come with me as I share our plan to add variety to our meals and save some money in the process.

We all get used to our “standard set of children”.  What happens when that gets shaken up, though? In this episode, join me in reflecting on this week’s “kid shake-ups” and how those affected me. I also discuss our local “mom’s resource group” that I’m starting here and how and why you should do the… Read More

It’s been an emotionally full week in WillowWorld. In this episode, I recount the past week and let you in on some of the emotional hurdles I’ve overcome and one I’m stumbling on a bit. Come with me and let’s share the triumphs and struggles on this journey to create a happy home.