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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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Family Nights: Ideas for Fun at Home
Throw Back Family Night More people are finding themselves with extra time at home. Schools have been canceled and you may be climbing the walls.…
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Dealing with Problem Skin
For many years I have dealt with problems with my complexion. When the teen years arrived, skin troubles arrived along with it. I had major…
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Simple Homemade Granola
For many years I thought granola equaled healthy. I also assumed it was too much work to make it myself. I was wrong on both…
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The Clogged Drain
Unclogging your own drain: what could go wrong? Recently, as I ventured into the kitchen after dinner, I happened to look down at the sink…
Oil and Shine 