I think that “how to improve your life” has been “Googled” millions of times. And why not? Sometimes, we all get the feeling that we are stuck! It wasn’t long ago that I was traveling across Nebraska. Now, if you have ever driven across Nebraska, you know you’ve got time! Time to think. I don’t…

Going back to school as a single Mom may be exactly what you need! It may be challenging, but it might be what brings your single mom journey to a better place. My best friend is a college advisor. She recently told me that many women go back to school after their children are older…

Being overwhelmed and panicking, happens to us all. We must learn what to do with panic and how to handle it in a productive way.

Creating bedrooms that make your family feel special isn’t rocket science—at least, I hope it’s not. I also don’t think that this should break the bank. I’m hoping it doesn’t require an interior designer, but let’s face it, having one around would be awesome! However, creating bedrooms that make your family feel special takes planning…

Seeking ways to refocus your mind? I have some ideas that may help you! Some days are just too much! Too much thinking! And too many requirements. We’re exhausted before we begin. There may be times in our lives that are incredibly stressful, and we must make a conscious effort to recenter our minds on…

Moms, especially single moms, need schedules that are flexible and feasible. Work-from-home options offer flexibility for women who may not have many other options. But finding this type of work can be tricky. Certain situations can place moms in desperate situations, and then we are left grasping for anything legitimate. Or not legitimate. Desperation can…

These time management tips for single moms have emerged from years of frustration in managing it all. And as a single mom, you know what I mean by it all! As single moms, we are the breadwinners, educators, counselors, primary caregivers, and in charge of house management. That’s a lot! And with each of those…

Meal planning can be daunting for single parents or busy moms. I’ve been trying to provide sit-down dinners every evening for years, and it finally dawned on me: This isn’t working. It isn’t working because my circumstances have changed. Now, I’m a single mom, working from home and homeschooling my children. That alone is exhausting,…

Food preservation has been a priority throughout history. Unfortunately, these basic principles have been forgotten in our present society. Few of us need to worry about food shortages, and because of this, we have failed to develop and learn the skills that the mothers of the past relied on. However, as we have discarded the…

There are benefits to eating at home. There are, of course, health benefits. Those are ones that anyone can see, and rightfully so. Nutritionally, eating from home is the best. However, there are other benefits that you need to look closer to find. As single moms, I’m convinced we spend most of our time in…

Ideas on how to save money on your food bill. I come from a long line of cheap women who needed to be frugal. Frugal is not a word you hear very often. But it’s a word that came to mind when the last trip to the grocery store about killed me. Most single mothers…

 Where there is no vision, the people perish. Proverbs 29:18a. There are many reasons to set goals as a single mom. My best friend gave me wise advice shortly after I became a single mom: Set goals for yourself. What do you want your life to look like in five years? In ten years? In…

There are beauty skills to learn that decrease cost and bring additional options to someone on a limited budget. Looking good on a small budget can admittedly be tricky. But with these beauty skills to learn, you can begin to decrease your looking-good budget by doing it yourself! (Here are my financial tips to help…

Free activities for families may be a great way to make memories and have a lot of fun! There are tons of ways to do this! I spent some time today going over photos from a few years ago. Some of these memories were when I had $1.78 in my checking account! What was amazing…

This is one of several organizing tips for busy moms that have helped me! Lately, it has occurred to me that some things are not getting done. Sure, I may have just been swamped. That’s true. But I think there’s more to it than that. I use my busy mom’s cleaning routine, and it works…

Perhaps because it is ridiculously cold outside, I’ve been wondering how to create a cozy home; I’m not sure. But whatever it is, it’s been on my mind. I want my children to remember a cozy home. Today, we are in another blizzard, and I swear I see the birds shivering. And I’m grateful for…

I’m not Shakespeare, but here’s my attempt at a romance story. One short romance story saturated with too much reality. Ridiculous Romance Movies. It’s romance season on TV. And it’s killing me. One may think my divorce made me cynical or jaded, but I don’t think many women can relate to them! I cannot identify…

Prepping as a single mom seems complicated. But thinking things through saves heartache and desperation. The Why. We are living in a time of economic uncertainty and social unrest. And even the bravest and most stable of us are concerned. I recently heard of a younger woman with a great husband and a few little…

These are basic cleaning routines for busy moms. We’re busy and tired; simple cleaning routines are a must! As women who are juggling many plates, this one is a real one. And one that never ends. I have no idea how they can create such a mess, but they do. One night, I was exhausted…

Being self-aware as a single mom is essential. We set the mood in our home, and we must be careful how we come across to our kids. And we may think that we are hiding stress from our kids, but they pick up on it more than we realize. A few months ago, I was…

Financial tips for single moms include small but steady steps in the right direction. Money is hard for single moms. Our starting place may look different, but we can still move towards financial security. Starting Over with Small Children One of the most challenging aspects of being a single mom is managing finances. It is…

Foraging is a skill to lean back on! I come from a long line of industrious, hardworking individuals who knew how to forage for food. My ninety-pound granny could grow anything, sew anything, and cook anything. The family of ten kids ran a farm in the south. Mental illness ran rampant, as did chemical abuse…