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19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 WAYS TO INDUCE SLEEP NATURALLY How to Induce Sleep Naturally with Natural Sleep Aids. 1. Keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent. Establishing morning and evening routines can help with this! 2. During the day, get outside and soak up natural light. 3. Exercise each day. This might mean working out, doing a yoga routine, or going for a brisk walk. 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in RECOVERING THE LOST ART OF COOKING FROM SCRATCH (THE NON With takeout options galore and grocery store convenience food, it seems that our culture is fast losing the art of cooking from scratch. Here's how (and why) homemakers can recover the old-fashioned practice of home cooking. Among the other lost arts we'd do well as a culture to keep alive, perhaps one of the most practical is the lost art of cooking from scratch. TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 20 GOOD PERIOD FILMS FOR YOUR NEXT GIRLS' MOVIE NIGHT Need a good period film to watch? Here are 20 romantic period dramas to choose from for your next girls' movie night! Although they make good 'chick flicks,' all of these movies are good quality, with engaging story lines and memorable characters. I'm pretty bookish and I certainly don't advocate spending most of your evenings in front of a TV, but I adore the occasional girls' movie night!

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April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11 Comments. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up,

and

19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 WAYS TO INDUCE SLEEP NATURALLY How to Induce Sleep Naturally with Natural Sleep Aids. 1. Keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent. Establishing morning and evening routines can help with this! 2. During the day, get outside and soak up natural light. 3. Exercise each day. This might mean working out, doing a yoga routine, or going for a brisk walk. 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in RECOVERING THE LOST ART OF COOKING FROM SCRATCH (THE NON With takeout options galore and grocery store convenience food, it seems that our culture is fast losing the art of cooking from scratch. Here's how (and why) homemakers can recover the old-fashioned practice of home cooking. Among the other lost arts we'd do well as a culture to keep alive, perhaps one of the most practical is the lost art of cooking from scratch. TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 20 GOOD PERIOD FILMS FOR YOUR NEXT GIRLS' MOVIE NIGHT Need a good period film to watch? Here are 20 romantic period dramas to choose from for your next girls' movie night! Although they make good 'chick flicks,' all of these movies are good quality, with engaging story lines and memorable characters. I'm pretty bookish and I certainly don't advocate spending most of your evenings in front of a TV, but I adore the occasional girls' movie night!

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HOW I ORGANIZE MY TINY CABIN KITCHEN (A PHOTO TOUR A few months ago I took you on a photo tour of our 600 square foot cabin in Alabama. Today I'd like to invite you back inside for a more in-depth look at our tiny kitchenand how we make it work! Eric and I both love cooking (I even wrote a cookbook!) so having a small kitchen requires creativity and patience. I can tell you right now that we'd have a lot less of both if we hadn't first done 20 WAYS TO INDUCE SLEEP NATURALLY How to Induce Sleep Naturally with Natural Sleep Aids. 1. Keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent. Establishing morning and evening routines can help with this! 2. During the day, get outside and soak up natural light. 3. Exercise each day. This might mean working out, doing a yoga routine, or going for a brisk walk. TOP 10 BEST AND WORST HOMES IN FICTION 9. Efrafa from Watership Down. The theme of home is a big one in Watership Down, and we get both positive and negative examples of it. Efrafa is a terrifying place, where residents are subject to a dystopian existence that’s far from the home-like atmosphere you want to cultivate! 10. The House of Shaws from Kidnapped. 8 THINGS INTENTIONAL HOMEMAKERS DO EVERY DAY 8 Things Intentional Homemakers Do Every Day. 1. They Have a Morning Routine. There are a million ways your morning routine can go, but if you’re an intentional homemaker you’ll have one. Smart homemakers know that a morning routine sets the tone for their day. It oils the machine to keep you–and your home–running more smoothly in the 20 GOOD PERIOD FILMS FOR YOUR NEXT GIRLS' MOVIE NIGHT Need a good period film to watch? Here are 20 romantic period dramas to choose from for your next girls' movie night! Although they make good 'chick flicks,' all of these movies are good quality, with engaging story lines and memorable characters. I'm pretty bookish and I certainly don't advocate spending most of your evenings in front of a TV, but I adore the occasional girls' movie night! 25 THINGS I DON'T BUY IN THE GROCERY STORE (AND WHAT I USE Last week when I shared a list of our typical pantry and fridge staples, I mentioned that there are a lot of items that we simply don't stock. Today you get a look at what you likely won't see when you open our pantry or fridge! We stopped buying many of these items simply because we learned about ingredients in food and decided that these things don't contain the nourishment we want for our A FLEXIBLE DAILY PLANNER FOR HOMEMAKERS (HOMEMAKER'S Sue designed her own planner from years of life experience, releasing the first edition back in 2010. The Homemaker’s Friend daily planner is extremely flexible. It’s so much more than a calendar! It includes sections to keep track of daily and weekly goals and tasks, meal plans, shopping lists, monthly planning, and checklists. 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your MY 27 FAVOURITE HEROES, HEROINES, AND VILLAINS FROM These famous literary heroes, heroines, and villains are some of the best fictional characters ever created! They're well developed, memorable, and inspiring. (The heroes and heroines, that is. The villains are wonderfully awful!) On September 1st, I added another birthday to my collection. It's been my tradition for the past few birthdays to publish a 'just for fun' list post to help my

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April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11 Comments. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up,

and

19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in 8 THINGS INTENTIONAL HOMEMAKERS DO EVERY DAY 8 Things Intentional Homemakers Do Every Day. 1. They Have a Morning Routine. There are a million ways your morning routine can go, but if you’re an intentional homemaker you’ll have one. Smart homemakers know that a morning routine sets the tone for their day. It oils the machine to keep you–and your home–running more smoothly in the SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop MY 27 FAVOURITE HEROES, HEROINES, AND VILLAINS FROMSEE MORE ON

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April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11 Comments. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up,

and

19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in 8 THINGS INTENTIONAL HOMEMAKERS DO EVERY DAY 8 Things Intentional Homemakers Do Every Day. 1. They Have a Morning Routine. There are a million ways your morning routine can go, but if you’re an intentional homemaker you’ll have one. Smart homemakers know that a morning routine sets the tone for their day. It oils the machine to keep you–and your home–running more smoothly in the SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop MY 27 FAVOURITE HEROES, HEROINES, AND VILLAINS FROMSEE MORE ON

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ABOUT – RICHLY ROOTED Hello! My name is Elsie and I'm the author of Your Simple Home Handbook and of this blog, Richly Rooted. I'm daily seeking to live more simply and abundantly, enjoying the blessings that God has showered me and my little family with. I live in Alabama with my husband, toddler son, and cat. Richly Rooted is where I share practical advice for decluttering your home, living intentionally, and YOUR SELF: REFRESH YOUR ROUTINES, CULTIVATE SIMPLICITY These posts are full of ideas to help you flourish and be a better version of you! Get ideas to help you cultivate your imagination, refresh your day-to-day rhythms, and improve your personal style! 9 Things to Do with Your Evenings Besides Watching TV. 79 Ways to Practice Self Care. Rule of 10: An Easy Formula for Simplifying Your

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10 SIGNS YOU'VE BECOME A RESPONSIBLE ADULT Have you grown up? Here are 10 signs that you might have turned into a responsible adult! Hello Adulthood, when did you get here? You kind of sneaked up on me after collegeyou know, when I thought you'd already been around for four years at least. But, Adulthood, you didn't get here right away. Not even when he and I got married and moved away and made our first few homes together. 20 WAYS TO INDUCE SLEEP NATURALLY How to Induce Sleep Naturally with Natural Sleep Aids. 1. Keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent. Establishing morning and evening routines can help with this! 2. During the day, get outside and soak up natural light. 3. Exercise each day. This might mean working out, doing a yoga routine, or going for a brisk walk. 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your 7 SIMPLE WAYS TO LIVE MORE ABUNDANTLY, RIGHT NOW Here are 7 simple ways to live more abundantly so you can thrive in everyday, normal life. These are things you can enjoy on any budget, with any schedule--you just have to be intentional! “For the Present is the point at which time touches eternity.” ― C.S. Lewis, The Screwtape Letters How do you want to live your life? And are you living that way now, or are you hoping you'll be there 5 OLD-FASHIONED WAYS TO NOURISH AND MOISTURIZE YOUR SKIN Old-fashioned skincare never goes out of style! Here are 5 natural ways to nourish and moisturize your skin that are a throwback to simpler times. This blog post was sponsored by Wilder Supply Co. All opinions are genuine and are enthusiastically my own. Do you want to be like the average American woman and spend over $200,000 on skincare over the course of your life? 20 GOOD PERIOD FILMS FOR YOUR NEXT GIRLS' MOVIE NIGHT Need a good period film to watch? Here are 20 romantic period dramas to choose from for your next girls' movie night! Although they make good 'chick flicks,' all of these movies are good quality, with engaging story lines and memorable characters. I'm pretty bookish and I certainly don't advocate spending most of your evenings in front of a TV, but I adore the occasional girls' movie night! 9 THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR EVENING BESIDES WATCHING TV There are better ways to spend an evening than vegging out in front of the TV! Here are nine things to do with your evening that will cultivate your self and your relationships. These are good picks for adults or for families! After a full day of work, being mama to our babies, or obeying our to-do lists, 99% of us would prefer to veg out in the evenings rather than do anything else. DITCH THE SPONGE: 5 REASONS TO TRY SWEDISH DISHCLOTHS IN Here are 5 reasons to love Swedish dishcloths: 1. They’re versatile. You can use these to wash dishes, wipe down counter tops, clean your appliances, and pick up spills and messes. They can do anything a sponge can do and most of the things a paper towel can do. (I wouldn’t use them to sop up bacon grease or cover a dish in the

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April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11 Comments. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up,

and

19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in 8 THINGS INTENTIONAL HOMEMAKERS DO EVERY DAY 8 Things Intentional Homemakers Do Every Day. 1. They Have a Morning Routine. There are a million ways your morning routine can go, but if you’re an intentional homemaker you’ll have one. Smart homemakers know that a morning routine sets the tone for their day. It oils the machine to keep you–and your home–running more smoothly in the SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop MY 27 FAVOURITE HEROES, HEROINES, AND VILLAINS FROMSEE MORE ON

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April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11 Comments. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up,

and

19+ OLD-FASHIONED BLOGS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW My favourite old-fashioned blogs. A Cup of Jo – This lifestyle blog covers a broad range of topics–travel, culture, style, motherhood, and more–and has an extensive archive. I love that the posts are positive and non-snarky. It seems that many of the “mega” blogs have achieved fame by being crass or cynical, but this one stands out for its graciousness. FRIED SHRIMP WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Instructions. Put two or three heaping soup spoons of oil in a pan; melt at medium-high heat. While oil is heating, lay out three shallow dishes or pans side by side. In the first, put the flour; in the second, beat the eggs; in the third, several spoonfuls of panko. Dredge the shrimp in 20 FIRST STEPS TO A REAL FOOD DIET If someone told me that they wanted to eat a real food diet but didn't know where to start, this post is what I'd tell them. These 20 first steps to a real food diet aren't hard or esoteric, but they do require new habits and a mental shift. As you implement these steps, your appreciation for food is going to go miles deeper than it is now--and you will love the way you feel when you eat real 21 HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS FOR PREGNANT MAMAS When you're pregnant, snack foods are a must! Here's a list of 21 healthy, frugal pregnancy snacks to keep you and your baby full and happy! These snacks will satisfy your pregnancy cravings, but in a nourishing way. I've always enjoyed eating, but my appetite became positively hobbit-like just weeks after becoming pregnant. I read that pregnant women don't typically gain a lot of weight in 8 THINGS INTENTIONAL HOMEMAKERS DO EVERY DAY 8 Things Intentional Homemakers Do Every Day. 1. They Have a Morning Routine. There are a million ways your morning routine can go, but if you’re an intentional homemaker you’ll have one. Smart homemakers know that a morning routine sets the tone for their day. It oils the machine to keep you–and your home–running more smoothly in the SAMPLE HOMEMAKING ROUTINE: MAKE YOUR DAYS SIMPLER & MORE The Daily Planner by Sue Hooley has 8 different sections, all of which you’ll put to work with a theme day homemaking routine: Year (record year-at-glance dates, plus pages for yearly planning and goal setting) Month (2-page month view) Week (2-page spread with entries for each day, plus sections for meal planning and tasks lists) Tasks (lots 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your TAMING THE EMAIL MONSTER: HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR EMAIL INBOX This post is part of the Monday series on simplifying that inspired my book, Your Simple Home Handbook. The series began with 10 Reasons to Start Simplifying Now. Welcome to the 21st century, where virtual clutter is as rampant as physical clutter. Maybe it's not as obvious, but when you look for it, it's there. In your social media streams blog feeds digital photo files computer desktop MY 27 FAVOURITE HEROES, HEROINES, AND VILLAINS FROMSEE MORE ON

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ABOUT – RICHLY ROOTED Hello! My name is Elsie and I'm the author of Your Simple Home Handbook and of this blog, Richly Rooted. I'm daily seeking to live more simply and abundantly, enjoying the blessings that God has showered me and my little family with. I live in Alabama with my husband, toddler son, and cat. Richly Rooted is where I share practical advice for decluttering your home, living intentionally, and YOUR SELF: REFRESH YOUR ROUTINES, CULTIVATE SIMPLICITY These posts are full of ideas to help you flourish and be a better version of you! Get ideas to help you cultivate your imagination, refresh your day-to-day rhythms, and improve your personal style! 9 Things to Do with Your Evenings Besides Watching TV. 79 Ways to Practice Self Care. Rule of 10: An Easy Formula for Simplifying Your

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10 SIGNS YOU'VE BECOME A RESPONSIBLE ADULT Have you grown up? Here are 10 signs that you might have turned into a responsible adult! Hello Adulthood, when did you get here? You kind of sneaked up on me after collegeyou know, when I thought you'd already been around for four years at least. But, Adulthood, you didn't get here right away. Not even when he and I got married and moved away and made our first few homes together. 20 WAYS TO INDUCE SLEEP NATURALLY How to Induce Sleep Naturally with Natural Sleep Aids. 1. Keep your bedtime and wake up times consistent. Establishing morning and evening routines can help with this! 2. During the day, get outside and soak up natural light. 3. Exercise each day. This might mean working out, doing a yoga routine, or going for a brisk walk. 19 THINGS YOUR GUESTS WISH YOU HAD IN YOUR GUEST ROOM Get your guest room ready with these guest room essentials! Most of these things don't cost much, but they will make your overnight guests feel more comfortable and at home. You don't have to be a hospitality guru to have a welcoming guest room. What to put in your guest room and bath If you're expecting overnight guests during the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your 7 SIMPLE WAYS TO LIVE MORE ABUNDANTLY, RIGHT NOW Here are 7 simple ways to live more abundantly so you can thrive in everyday, normal life. These are things you can enjoy on any budget, with any schedule--you just have to be intentional! “For the Present is the point at which time touches eternity.” ― C.S. Lewis, The Screwtape Letters How do you want to live your life? And are you living that way now, or are you hoping you'll be there 5 OLD-FASHIONED WAYS TO NOURISH AND MOISTURIZE YOUR SKIN Old-fashioned skincare never goes out of style! Here are 5 natural ways to nourish and moisturize your skin that are a throwback to simpler times. This blog post was sponsored by Wilder Supply Co. All opinions are genuine and are enthusiastically my own. Do you want to be like the average American woman and spend over $200,000 on skincare over the course of your life? 20 GOOD PERIOD FILMS FOR YOUR NEXT GIRLS' MOVIE NIGHT Need a good period film to watch? Here are 20 romantic period dramas to choose from for your next girls' movie night! Although they make good 'chick flicks,' all of these movies are good quality, with engaging story lines and memorable characters. I'm pretty bookish and I certainly don't advocate spending most of your evenings in front of a TV, but I adore the occasional girls' movie night! 9 THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR EVENING BESIDES WATCHING TV There are better ways to spend an evening than vegging out in front of the TV! Here are nine things to do with your evening that will cultivate your self and your relationships. These are good picks for adults or for families! After a full day of work, being mama to our babies, or obeying our to-do lists, 99% of us would prefer to veg out in the evenings rather than do anything else. DITCH THE SPONGE: 5 REASONS TO TRY SWEDISH DISHCLOTHS IN Here are 5 reasons to love Swedish dishcloths: 1. They’re versatile. You can use these to wash dishes, wipe down counter tops, clean your appliances, and pick up spills and messes. They can do anything a sponge can do and most of the things a paper towel can do. (I wouldn’t use them to sop up bacon grease or cover a dish in the

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ESSENTIAL READING FOR HOMEMAKERS: 10 BOOKS TO CULTIVATE A BEAUTIFUL, SIMPLE, AND PURPOSEFUL HOME May 5, 2020 by Elsie 5

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These 10 books will make you a better homemaker! I've read many homemaking books, and these are some of my favourites for decluttering, decorating, routines, and intentional living at home. They'd make an excellent addition to any homemaker's reading list.One of my greatest pleasures in life is keeping house. I don't mean cleaning, necessarily (especially not cleaning bathrooms). I mean all of it--the holistic art of making a home, that hub and center for all our comings and goings and life pursuits. Homemaking is satisfying because it has direct bearing on the lives of the people who matter most to us. It's rhythmic work, and ... Continue Reading OUR BABY GIRL, AND THE STORY OF HER BIRTH April 15, 2020 by Elsie 11

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Once upon a time, there was a little girl who dreamed of someday having a lively home full of children. There were both girls and boys in the mix, running colorful through the yard with plastic toys and bubbles and collected "nature" to show their mother.Then a long while later that little girl grew up, and the children that were so familiar to her yet so inscrutable began to show up. First the boy, a force of nature with a passionate soul and an endless imagination. Then three years later a little brother, full of precious smiles and an eagerness to watch and learn and do. And then, a sister...It was familiar territory at first. ... Continue Reading SIMPLE LIVING IN THE SUBURBS February 29, 2020 by Elsie

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My family is pursuing a simple and slow life in the suburbs. This ordinary suburban life doesn't always match up to the lofty dreams I once had, nevertheless, we've found contentment and purpose, and we know this is right where we're supposed to be.Sometimes the place you end up is quite mundane compared to the fancy dreams of your youth...but you realise it's exactly the place you want to be.Where have I "ended up," at 31 years old? Living in the suburbs, in a modest-sized home built in the 80s, with a minivan parked in the driveway.And those fancy dreams I had, when I was little? Well, there was the big house in the country, ... Continue Reading A FLEXIBLE DAILY PLANNER FOR HOMEMAKERS (HOMEMAKER’S FRIEND PLANNER

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Are you a homemaker in need of a good, flexible planner? Here's my review of the Homemaker's Friend Daily Planner, which I've been using for the past five years! This beautiful 2020 planner will help you organize your home and life-on-the-go.As an old-fashioned kinda girl, it's no surprise that my favourite way to keep track of my schedule is with a physical, pen-and-paper planner. I've been using the Homemaker's Friend daily planner for years and talking about it on this blog, but it's been awhile since I've done a full review of it. Here's an inside look at my favourite planner. This post is, quite naturally, sponsored by Homemaker's ... Continue Reading MY 31 FAVOURITE MOVIES (MORE OR LESS) October 7, 2019 by Elsie 6

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Need something good and worthwhile to watch for your next movie night at home? This list of movie night suggestions has something for everyone, no matter what genre you love. Make some popcorn, get cozy and enjoy one of these excellent movies on a Saturday night.Those of you who've followed my blog over the years know that I keep a birthday tradition around here. Yes, I love traditions, even in my online home! My birthday tradition is to write a list-style blog post that helps you get to know me better. Last month (I'm a bit late) I turned 31, so that'll be the number that guides this list. These lists are getting longer, aren't they? ... Continue Reading MIGHTYFIX: SMALL STEPS TO A HEALTHIER HOME September 4, 2019 by Elsie

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The MightyFix is a monthly subscription service that helps you implement small but mighty changes to make your home healthier and less wasteful. Here's everything you need to know about getting started with the MightyFix, and how it can serve you in your natural living journey! Thank you to MightyNest for sponsoring this post.You've probably heard the advice before that when you want to overhaul an area of your life, baby steps are key. Take small, gradual steps toward your goal so you don't get overwhelmed. That sounds familiar, right?I took that advice to heart when we started our natural living journey nearly a decade ago. Well, ... Continue Reading 10 UNIQUE BOARD GAMES FOR YOUR NEXT COZY GAME NIGHT August 19, 2019 by Elsie 2

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Plan a cozy family game night as an alternative to movie night! You probably haven't heard of all of these unique board games, but you'll soon be hooked! From tile games to fast-paced card games to cooperative strategy games, there's something here for every gamer. 10 Board Games You Haven't Played Yet I bet you're like me and have oodles of memories of playing board games and card games as a child. Some of those memories are prickly (attitudes and emotions emerge with competition, right?), but likely most of your board game memories are steeped in fun and nostalgia. It's a safe bet that we have these similar memories because back in the ... Continue Reading 20 WAYS TO LIVE SIMPLY IN YOUR 20S (THE VIEW FROM 30) June 10, 2019 by Elsie 4

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Want to pursue simple living in your 20s? Here are 20 smart ways to live simply and intentionally in your 20s that will set the foundation for the rest of your life.This is what I discovered about simple living in my 20s: Our culture doesn't make it easy to live simply. As emerging adults, we enter a tangled thicket of societal norms, expectations, and pressures. These things don't go away when we leave our 20s, but if we can learn to navigate them then simple living may get easier the older we get.That's my hope at least, now that I'm 30! I want to build on the foundations I've established in the last decade, and pursue simple ... Continue Reading TOP 10 BEST AND WORST HOMES IN FICTION May 6, 2019 by Elsie 8

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Ever wished these famous fictional houses were real? Check out the top 10 best and worst homes from literature...and maybe get a little inspiration for your own home in the process. (Both what to imitate and what to avoid at all costs!)Long before we have homes of our own, many of us envision what we want our "dream house" to be like. Didn't you? I did.In one early version, my imaginary house had a red slide inside, with a fountain and an always-freshly-mown lawn out front.Nowadays, I'm still into dream homes, but instead of trying to find one I'm trying to create it. You see, you have to work with what you've got, flourishing ... Continue Reading RECOVERING THE LOST ART OF SOLITUDE March 26, 2019 by Elsie 10

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In today's world we're too busy and too plugged in to enjoy the art of solitude. We should embrace solitude, but many of us avoid it--wrongly equating solitude with loneliness. Here's how to find more alone time, and why we need to.Do you find joy in solitude?Solitude is when you're alone with yourself, absorbed in your own thoughts and senses. I can see three camps of people when it comes to solitude. One type of person avoids solitude, equating it with loneliness or boredom. Another type finds value in solitude but rarely engages in it, due to a hectic lifestyle. And the third enjoys solitude and seeks it out often and ... Continue Reading

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