If you just look at this photo, this staircase doesn't seem all that impressive but may I divert your attention to the before photo below and you'll soon realize that this is actually the most drastic change in our home. The basement and these stairs are where we've put in the most amount of work in for the house so far because it was a hot mess.
All of my 2020 goals have one main theme: Living a happier, more mindful life. And one month into the year, I’m already feeling the effects of putting these goals into action.
A good example of this is on weekday mornings. The morning rush alone with a toddler can be intense. Getting her fed, dressed, and out the door can lead to meltdowns, spills, and a host of other fun activities like time-outs.
I'm here to tell you about a book that changed my life and my marriage. Fair Play isn't just a book, though, it's a system of dividing household tasks that not only eliminates arguments about doing dishes and whose turn it is to do the laundry but can completely get rid of the notion of emotional labor in your home.
Last Friday, Amalia turned two and a half. When I told her that she's two and a half now, she responded with: No mommy, I'm two. On my birthday I gonna be three. And that's my child, in a nutshell. Literal AF.
When I was picking out a photo for this post, Anel suggested this one.
