#1: The Library Photo by Susan Yin on Unsplash We spend a lot of time at the library lately and it has inspired me to get rid of a lot of our books that we have collecting dust. They were like the last vestige of my hoarding days. I have found some amazing resources the... Continue Reading →
Minimalism and The Holidays, 4 Ways to Keep it Simple
If you are like me, the holidays are the most stressful time of year. How can you possibly approach this materialistic season as a minimalist? Especially if you have children. I have listed 4 ways that I help ease my family into this season without all of the stress and stuff that usually accompanies Christmas.... Continue Reading →
Travel Trailers
Well we have changed our minds again! (it has happened quite a lot over the last few months!) But instead of a Class C, we are going to buy a travel trailer. Why? Well because we have 3 boys and they are all teenagers and I want to make sure that they all feel as... Continue Reading →
Homesteading
In my research about alternatives lifestyles, homesteading popped up quite frequently. I have to admit, it sounded amazing! It sounds like freedom from an oppressive, materialistic society. Living off-grid and growing what you eat. Completely self-sufficient. And there is a law that protects homesteads from forced sale for collection of debt. That is true ownership,... Continue Reading →
I Love Fall!
Ya'll, fall has finally made it North Texas! The cold kills my bad back but I love the changes in the trees and the quiet rain. It really makes me want to curl up with a book. What does this have to do with traveling or RV's? Nothing. I just wanted to share my happiness!... Continue Reading →
Why an RV?
There are so many choices when considering escaping the rat race and downsizing. I have gone over and over them over the last year. I seriously thought about choosing a tiny home. Thought for a second about a homestead (it was a quick second, I am way too lazy ;). I kept coming back to... Continue Reading →
Tiny Homes
I have done quite a lot of research this year, in search of the best option for my family to down size and hopefully get on the road. One of the options that I was considering was tiny houses. They are so freaking cute and really a lot bigger on the inside (yes, my kids... Continue Reading →