No Fuss Natural
Healthy living without the overwhelm
Do you ever people-watch? You know, sit at the mall, park, or coffee shop and just observe the human race? It's fascinating. Every person has a story. And each story is unique and interesting. I've often thought how any life could be the subject of a book or movie; our ups and downs laid bare […]
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less was my favorite book from last year. It is packed full with gem after gem after gem. Golden nuggets of inspiration and a-ha moments neatly placed within the pages of a book. This quote will give you a good idea of what the book is about: Essentialism is not about doing […]
What follows is a random collection of thoughts on kindness. Kindness is an important quality to cultivate in ourselves and our children. Kindness can create bridges, mend hearts, and soothe angry souls. “Be kind. For everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” -Author unknown The above quote is one of my […]
(Image credit) Creating close bonds with my children has been a strong focus for me ever since they were born. I think most of us would say that. I'm thankful for all the time I've had to connect with my kids and build a strong foundation with them when they were young. I've made lots […]
Written by guest contributor Jessica Smartt of Smarttereachday.com Do you have any extroverts in your family? Ohhhh, we do. Here are some of my mom-of-an-extrovert confessions: I have to drag my children away from extended conversations with the Fed-Ex man, random people walking their dogs, and anyone in a public place who makes eye contact […]
A few years ago I answered the phone to an earnest voice, “I got your card today,” she said. “I really needed it. This week has been so tough.” I had no idea. It surprised me that five minutes of my time could nourish a weary heart. It made such an impact that she wanted […]
Since November is giving month, I thought I'd share a few excerpts from my chapter in The Heart of Simplicity. My chapter is titled: Giving: Showing the Love of Christ through Simple, Intentional Generosity Why Give? There are two very good reasons to give: To bless others. To bless ourselves. Giving to Bless Others […]
