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Hi, my name is Melea. Thank you for visiting!
Sharing my journey of taking care of my family and home while doing it in the chaos of life. Maybe what I have learned along the way will encourage you.
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It is time to do Spring Cleaning…Again!
This time of year inspires many of us to want to deep clean our homes. That feeling can come from the transition that happens when…
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Carmelitas for Christmas
As part of my major in college, I received an Early Childhood Education certification and a teaching certificate, and after graduating, I finished my education…
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3 Habits for a Happy Digestive System
*The links below are affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission (without any extra cost to you) if you make a purchase on…
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My Essential Oil Journey
My family and I used to live in a parsonage while Dan was a pastor at a church in Portland. Living there was sometimes a…
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The Rewards and Challenges as a Mother
Challenges As moms, we all have challenges that you have to struggle with on a day to day basis. There are times you feel overwhelmed…
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Regaining Your Focus (Declutter your workspace and your mind)
During the past few months, writing has been difficult for me. I would try to write, but I couldn’t focus. I decided to hone in…
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Two Unforgettable Getaways
A year ago, my husband and I accidentally started a tradition of staying in unique hotels to get away for our anniversary. It all started…
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Have Your Own Family Olympics
The Olympics spurs creativity in our house. When our son Alec was two, he put a swim diaper on his head, and he pretended to…
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5 Quick Tips To Save Time and Money Grocery Shopping
I have always been a saver by nature. As a kid I made deals with my parents to earn money, like when we had peach…
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Finding Community
If you have watched the TV show, Community, you would know most of the main characters in this sitcom don’t start out wanting to be…
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Keeping Track of Memorable Moments
When my oldest son was two and a half, my parents came to visit us in our house in California. Alec was very excited to…
Oil and Shine 