You will notice there are no “new obsessions” below this week. I think that is due to this mindset I’ve found myself having this summer – minimal, minimal minimal. Right now my new obsession is to get rid of the unnecessary. I have 5 bags of stuff, packed into my trunk to be unloaded at our local thrift store.
It has been a bit crazy adjusting to a new summer schedule, but I keep self- talking, reminding myself to slow the mind in the midst of busy summer schedule. It really works, this self-talk. Often it comes with a deep breath which automatically slows and my eyes open to all the amazing blessings that surround me. I then find my thankful.
I’m getting into a summer rhythm of working on this blog from 6:30-noon, then I turn my attention to my teens and their needs for the day. Today their need is to be with friends and go to Grandpa & Grandma’s po0l, and boy does that sound good to me! My car will soon be filled with giggling teen girls, pool towels and ice cream. Hello summer!
Weekly Goals
Meal Plan — grocery list +5 meals
Dates — my Todd, my girls, one close friend
Do a Pin — The Ultimate Unbaked Brownies (dare I say healthy?)
Reading Progress — Anti-Cancer: A New Way Of Life; The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up; Nothing To Prove; One
Daily Personal Health Goals
Spiritual — journal, Scripture, pray, meditate
Move Body — walk, yoga or strength training
Hydrate + Nutrients — water (80 oz a day); leafy greens & berries, vitamins, powdered greens, seeds
Everyday Home Goals
{doing these things every day has changed my world!}
Make Bed
Wipe Surfaces (quick wipe bathroom sinks/counters, kitchen counters, tables)
Clutter (quick pick up and a few minutes wherever it is accumulating)
One Full Load (dishwasher & laundry–don’t stop until dishes and clothes are put away!)
Floors (quick sweep, vacuum & spot clean — if needed)
A Chore A Day Goals
{these daily chores have been key to keeping my house clean in minutes a day!}
M – Bathrooms (all but the floor…that will come on Thursday!)
T – Dusting (“work quickly, top to bottom, left to right” –Clean Mama)
W – Vacuuming (just the middles will do)
Th – Floors (sweep & mop)
F – You choose! (did you miss a day? No worries. Fridays are catch up days!
Sa – towels & sheets (nothing like fresh sheets and towels!)
Su – none (just do Everyday Home Goals listed above)
{Homekeeping Goals Inspired by Clean Mama’s Simply Clean Book}
Anti-Procrastination Free Printable
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Latest Obsessions
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Ongoing Obsessions
Kindle Fire
This ongoing obsession with my Kindle Fire is not letting up. I especially love using it in the evenings when tucked in bed. It’s like my own perfect sized, personal television. Before I indulge in watching Netflix, Amazon Prime shows, or my fav YouTube Channels, I make sure I read at least a chapter or two of whatever book is on my Kindle. I love using the same device to both read and watch.
Essential Oil Diffuser
Still using it daily and love it! The Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser by AromaSoft is amazing for getting the scent out into larger rooms. It is priced very reasonably and works so well! After buying 4 other diffusers, I did some research, read a ton of reviews, and bought this one. I’m so happy I did! My most used oils are these 2: Sunshine Spice Synergy Blend for daytime; Good Night Synergy Blend for nighttime.
Recipes I’m Making This Week
{I follow a loose guide every week: Tuesdays are taco night, Thursdays are Spaghetti night, Fridays we order out for family night, Saturdays are Leftovers, Sundays are after church Crockpot or InstantPot Meals. Mondays & Wednesday I get more creative with the menu}
Monday – Pick up something at Sam’s on way home from pool!
Tuesday – Tacos – Crispy Baked Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos
Wednesday – Chicken Fried Rice
Thursday – Spaghetti night (with homemade sauce sweetened with carrots!)
Friday – Family night (order out)
Saturday – Cashew Cheese Nacho Dip
Sunday – Crockpot or Instantpot (ready-to-eat after church!) Pressure Cooker Indian Butter Chicken
{Watch my Instagram Stories for a glimpse of the making of these recipes. I often capture my cooking process!}
Instant Pot Weekly Staples
Crockpot Bone Broth (made it in Instant Pot this time)
Instant Pot Yogurt | Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats | Instant Pot Quinoa | Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs |
WHAT ABOUT YOU?
What are you wanting to get done this week?
What recipes are you planning on making?
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