I’m embarrassed to write this. Honestly, it feels horrifically stupid. But with Mother’s Day just around the corner—and me on this 90-day no-buy challenge—a small, desperate corner of my psyche is whispering, “Where’s my gift?” I mean, surely I deserve a little something, right? After all, I haven’t bought myself a single unnecessary-yet-utterly-irresistible item in … Continue reading Day 11: Confessions of a No-Buy Mama with Mother’s Day On the Way
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No Buy Challenge Day 3: Rethinking the “Little Treat”
It’s Day 3 of the No Buy Challenge, and surprisingly, I’m not riding the struggle bus. In fact, it’s easier than I expected. I don’t need new stuff right now—and that realization feels grounding. Today brought an unexpected twist. I picked my daughter up from school early—she hurt her lip last night, and it’s still … Continue reading No Buy Challenge Day 3: Rethinking the “Little Treat”
Embracing Big Feelings: The Power of Gratitude
Hi friends, Let me start with this: I’ve always been a person with big feelings. As a kid, I used to hear it all the time—"Kim, you’re soooo sensitive!" And it was true. I cried easily, laughed loudly, and experienced every emotion in full color. Whether it was joy or sadness, my feelings showed up … Continue reading Embracing Big Feelings: The Power of Gratitude
Peace in Different Choices: Sports Edition
I didn’t grow up playing youth sports. I never even heard of travel sport. My friends did not play on travel teams, so it wasn't something I knew about. I joined teams when I reached middle and high school. Photo by Steshka Willems on Pexels.com My husband participated in all kinds of youth sports. It … Continue reading Peace in Different Choices: Sports Edition
4 the Love of Peace 