When I was in college, I read a book about simplicity that really struck a chord with me. While I was drawn most to the minimalist aesthetic, the ideas in the book led me…

Since getting married, my wife and I have moved ten times in 15 years of marriage. That may sound terrible to most of you, but we never found it too challenging. Honestly, I don’t…

There are two kinds of nostalgia, in my opinion, and both very different sides of the same emotional coin. The one is a misplaced yearning for a past that is better than the present—…

If you’ve ever gone on a decluttering spree, you know the thrill of seeing your closet (or any area) neat and orderly. It’s an instant motivation boost that makes you want to declutter more…

If you’ve read any of my writing, you likely know that, along with my wife, we operate a blog on the topic of frugal living. To us, frugality is not just about saving money.…

The older I get, the more nostalgic I feel about the decade I hold dearest. For me, it’s the 1990’s. There’s no way to say whether the 90’s were truly better than the world…

I’m a sucker for all things nostalgic. I was an odd child who liked hanging out with my grandparents and listening to their stories about the world they grew up in. They lived in…

A friend of mine recently shared a story with me about when he was just starting his career and trying to climb the corporate ladder. The harder he worked and the higher he rose,…

While I advocate for certain rules in my household, I’m not one to tell people that my way is the best way for them to do things. I think we all have different priorities…

Reflecting on my past, the times I recall most vividly and with the greatest satisfaction are never the result of something I purchased. Even our family’s 1996 Honda Accord, which carried me through highschool…

Tight economic times call for creative solutions. But some of the best solutions are the ones that have stood the test of time. Thankfully, there’s a beautiful tradition of low-cost meals that are still…

When we think about simplifying our lives, I think the natural tendency is to focus on adding more structure and effort to our lives. We want to tackle our disorganized homes, cut out excess…