Simplify Your Life......Fat Chance Part 2

If you read last week's post on Simplify Your Life, then you know that I was supposed to post part 2 of it on Friday!  But, alas, life got complicated and I didn't get it up in time.   Here it is:

I have been doing some small things to make my life less complicated.  They are a lot and I am by no means telling you that you have to do these things but they have helped me and maybe they can help you, too.

1. I wake up 30 minutes early to pray and read scripture.  This helps me balance for the day and keep me focused on what is important in life.

2. When I get out of bed, I make it up!  I have never been a firm believer in making my bed cause I am just gonna get back in it anyway.  I am not talking military corners and crisp sheets.  Just throwing the sheets and comforter up and over and making sure the pillows are everywhere.  Makes me feel like my room is clean, even when it isn't!

3. Give my kids chores!  My 5 & 6 YO boys can clean the bathroom counter and put away clothes, wipe off breakfast bar, sweep under the stools, feed the dog, etc.  My girls can wash/dry/fold clothes, put away dishes, clean toilets, push a Swiffer, take the dog out, wipe windows, etc.  Kids can do more than you think especially if you are not a perfectionist!

4. Planning meals is something that I loathe but life is easier when I have a plan.  I am not furiously running around trying to thaw out meat and scrounge up ingredients.

5. I quit holding on to things!  I have been getting rid of things that I have been holding on to.  I am convinced that I am a borderline hoarder.  I had bags and bags of gift bags that I kept because I might use them one day.  Well, they have been recycled.  I have books and books and more books!  Eventually, they will be gone as well.  Clothes that I haven't worn in 5 years, shoes, hats, etc all gone!  I am talking 6 large black trash bags of stuff not including the 6 bags of recycled materials.

So this week my life is a little more simple!  I even cleaned off my dining room table so that we could have a jewelry party.  I sell Paparazzi Jewelry and my girls are hosting my 1st party.  No jewelry is more than $5.50!  Interested?  Let me know if you are interested in becoming a consultant where you live!
So simple!

Transparent Thursday

Shhhh....it is a secret!

Krista from Clap, Slap, & Run has a couple of confessions:
1st she is digging Transparent Thursdays on my blog &
2nd she tightens her abs when she brushes her teeth! I may have to try that as well!
3rd she loves Peeps more than I do! She has Peeps pens! No fair!

Dweej from House Unseen, Life Unscripted confesses that she needs some time away from the kids. The thought moves her to tears! Everyone needs a break, right?

Karen at Strictly Simple Style says that she used to do the happy dance when the kids' sporting events were cancelled! Dance away!

My confessions:
I am a little envious of Karen's sense of style. I need you to come here and design my bathroom that is almost finished!

I am behind on my quiet time! I am supposed to be on week 3 in One in a Million but I am on Week 2, day 1. This week has been hectic with the funeral and traveling!

I uttered the words, "WOW! This gas is cheap!" It was $3.55. That is not cheap!

I like the show Extreme Couponing. It makes be feel like a failure! I don't know how they get $600 for $6. I bought $170 for $105 yesterday but cannot whittle it down any farther! What gives?

I am not impressed with any politicians. Stop being stupid! You are ruining our country and selling to the highest bidder(China) like a cheap hooker! Our kids will be slaves to the Chinese.

All right, now 'fess up! Let's hear what you have to say!