I help busy families simplify their homes and lives by living with intention, creating simple systems and focusing on what matters most. Regular (but not too many) emails with real stories and practical tips.
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Dear Reader, My daughter came downstairs this evening and said "Mama, will you come see my room?" We were having a rare down day. Football on, a couple of naps, everyone doing their own thing. She had spent her time decorating her room for Halloween. She wrote "enter if you dare" on index cards for her door and taped mini tissue paper ghosts around her room. She used pre-cut pumpkin cards and letters to spell Pumpkin Spice on her wall. It was quite cute! Her excitement for Halloween got me thinking how much I love this time of year too with the fun, the creativity, and the cozy evenings that are the pre-cursor to the holiday season ahead. My daughter's room also reminded me that you don't need much to make it special. Just index cards and a little bit of imagination can work. If you're looking for some fun Halloween activities to do with your family this season I put together a list of ideas that are simple, low-key and enjoyable for all ages. → Read it here and have fun! Warmly, Macie P.S. Speaking of what's ahead, if you like to get a head start on the holidays the Christmas Planner is now in my Etsy shop. Designed for the busy mama who loves the magic but doesn't want to feel exhausted by it. See what's inside here.​ If someone forwarded this to you, you can subscribe below.
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Macie Kreutzer | For the Love of Simple
I help busy families simplify their homes and lives by living with intention, creating simple systems and focusing on what matters most. Regular (but not too many) emails with real stories and practical tips.
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