I am notoriously an “under buyer,” and minimalist, so when I make any kind of suggestion to purchase something, it has been tried and tested for decades! Here are things that are very worth it for me- 1. Foot massages. Because did you know that $45 hour long “foot” massage is actually a full body … Continue reading “20 things that are, unfortunately, worth it”
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4 things that have made life more streamlined, more meaningful, more fun, and more delightful lately
I have renewed my commitment to waking up early, so today, I got up with Nate at 5 am, and after my prayer and Bible reading time, I’m writing! Life in the Heckman household has been hard the last week with both boys getting sick back to back, and as it is, there are so … Continue reading “4 things that have made life more streamlined, more meaningful, more fun, and more delightful lately”
Mother’s Day, what makes the best compliments, and a funny shirt
The best compliments are specific! This was my favorite Mother’s Day card I’ve received in the 10 years I’ve been a mom, because it was so specific. 🥹 “Thank you mom for being outgoing, thank you mom for having some humor, and thank you mom for keeping me safe.” If you’re a mom, how was … Continue reading “Mother’s Day, what makes the best compliments, and a funny shirt”
New neighbors, rhubarb cake, and what I want to spend my life doing
Last month I took some time off writing to focus on our move! We just moved end of April to a sleepy seaside town filled with lots of friendly retired folks. Within the first three days, we already knew the neighborhood gossip, got invited to the ladies’ weekday 8 am walking group, the neighborhood church … Continue reading “New neighbors, rhubarb cake, and what I want to spend my life doing”
What are your go to vegetable side recipes?? Here are mine
I know every home cook has her handful. You know, the recipes you go to over and over again because you’re making a zucchini side, a Brussels sprouts side, or a cucumber side dish. I need help with eggplant! Here are my go tos when I’m making… Brussels sprouts- The secret to amazing Brussels sprouts … Continue reading “What are your go to vegetable side recipes?? Here are mine”
If I’m craving an Asian chicken dish, this is my go to recipe because it’s the best I’ve ever tried to make!
I don’t say something is “the best” very lightly! I found this amazing recipe on tik tok with 447.3k likes and it does NOT disappoint! The only thing I do different is I use this vegan oyster sauce (I’m allergic to shellfish and this is the best tasting vegan version I’ve tried), I salt and … Continue reading “If I’m craving an Asian chicken dish, this is my go to recipe because it’s the best I’ve ever tried to make!”
What I did on my staycation (and loved)
As per my last article talking about alternatives to retirement, last week I took a week off. To be honest, it feels more difficult and unnatural for me to take time off. I’m someone who likes to stay busy, have a routine, and check things off my to-do list. But what I’ve learned for myself … Continue reading “What I did on my staycation (and loved)”
I don’t believe in retirement, and this is what I’m doing instead
This is a second part series. You can read the first part here- Why I don’t believe in retirement. So if I don’t believe in retirement, what will I do instead? In the first part of this series, I talked about how instead of retirement… I believe in rest that repeats This rest restores us … Continue reading “I don’t believe in retirement, and this is what I’m doing instead”
Why I don’t believe in retirement
*Note- this is a Biblical perspective, but even if you aren’t Christian, you can treat the Bible like any other historical book to glean wisdom. ☺️ I do believe in financial freedom and security, but retirement is one of those ideas we rarely question. You work hard for decades, save diligently, and eventually you earn … Continue reading “Why I don’t believe in retirement”
Conversations with a 7 year old
I can’t believe this little guy is 7 now! Nate and I were talking last night. He said that the best two decisions he’s ever made were marrying me and having kids. I agreed! Having kids is like having my organs live outside my body. I’m always trying to make sure they are safe. I … Continue reading “Conversations with a 7 year old”