Absolutely - Our girls are about 21 months apart so when it doesn't fit the older sister, we hand it down to the next one. It's really helpful because we don't need to store anything! When we were waiting to be pregnant with our youngest, we store the baby clothes (about 7-10 outfits) in a suitcase!

Loretta, your words just made my day! Thank you so much for your encouragement-You have no idea how much they mean to me ❤

Wow, that is an awesome story-Thank you for sharing your heart! It’s amazing how becoming a mother can completely reshape our perspective! I love how God worked on your heart and led you to embrace this beautiful calling. Congratulations on your soon-to-be new addition! Sending you so much love and encouragement as you continue to walk faithfully in this season ❤

Thank you for sharing your story! It’s so inspiring to see the love and dedication you have for your family during this season. I love that you are looking forward to being home with your boys-It’s such a rewarding calling. Sending you and your family so much love on this journey ❤

Noted! Thank you for the suggestion and the encouragement ❤

I am so glad to hear that you found value, thank you for your message ❤

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I don't like the idea of santa (the person we created, not the message), and I am not religious. Didn't like it as a kid (creepy old man we gotta hug or sit on that we don't know to get a gift, like imagine if christmas or the red suit was taken out of the image) and don't like it now.

@jtm0071 I'm sorry for missing this comment. I somehow received two comments from you and I thought this one was the first one. Thanks to Nicole's comment back to you, I was able to see this. My response would be similar to the other comment you posted: I encourage open dialogue and welcome different opinions, but disrespect has no place here. Resorting to unkindness or ridicule reflects poorly on one’s character and doesn’t contribute to meaningful conversation. If you are willing to engage respectfully, I’d be curious to know where in the video you heard me say that celebrating Santa is against Christianity!

@extrememinimalistparent Thank you so much for sharing your perspective and for stepping in, Nicole! I really appreciate your support and the way you explained your thoughts so clearly. It’s awesome that we all get to choose what we value and how we want to celebrate with our families. Your kindness and thoughtfulness in responding mean a lot ❤️

I encourage open dialogue and welcome different opinions, but name-calling is neither respectful nor productive (though I appreciate this comment being more "thoughtful" than the first one you deleted) If you’re willing to share respectfully, I’d be curious to know where in the video you heard me say that celebrating Santa is against Christianity!

I absolutely love that you are choosing what aligns with your values! We also LOVE the transition from summer to fall. There's something so cozy and special about the colourful leaves and the moments this season brings ❤

Thank you so much for all your comments! I've been absolutely loving reading every single one of them over the past few minutes. Your support and encouragement mean the world to me ❤

That’s amazing to hear about your daughter and her husband aligning with this approach-It’s such a blessing to be intentional about what we bring into our homes! I’d be happy to share the toys we keep; It’s added to my list of so many ideas! Thank you for the suggestion ❤

Wow, that sounds like quite a haul for your little one! I actually laughed out loud reading your message with all your side comments-They’re so relatable! I love connecting with like-minded people; It’s so encouraging! It’s amazing how much joy kids find in their favourites, and I love that you are open to donating the toys he’s lost interest in. Simplifying really can be such a gift for both kids and parents. Thank you for sharing your experience-It’s such a great reminder that less is often more!

Great question-I didn’t include coats and undergarments because I didn’t think they would add much value. That being said, you are the second person to mention it, so maybe I should have! For reference, I have: 2 bras; 5 underwear; 2 pairs of no-show socks for my summer barefoot shoes; 2 pairs of ankle socks because I don't like long socks haha; 1 pair of long socks for skating; and 3 coats. As for shoes, handbags, and accessories, you can find those mentioned at 11:38 in the video. Thank you for the feedback!

That sounds like a great strategy to regain control of your time and set clear boundaries with your phone! It can be so easy to fall into the trap of endless scrolling on KZbin, even with blocking tools. It’s inspiring to see you taking proactive steps to create a healthier balance!

I so hear that! It’s such a personal journey to figure out what aligns with our values and how to celebrate meaningfully. The beautiful thing is that we get to make those choices based on what’s most important to us. You are doing amazing just by being intentional about it ❤

Thank you so much for your kind words! It's always a blessing to connect with like-minded parents. It's such a joy to live intentionally and raise our little ones into amazing adults ❤

Wow, that is such an amazing way to spend quality time together! Living in an RV is one of my DREAMS!!! You two will have such a lovely time, creating memories and building new experiences ❤

Bernadette, thank you so much for your kind words! Our everyday choices are an opportunity to honour Jesus, and I feel so honoured that you are finding value in the video and even rewatching it-your support truly means so much ❤

Wow, thank you so much for thinking of me! I feel so touched by your message. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and that your granddaughter had the time of her life ❤

@messy2mastery We are having a really nice time, and she's being blessed by all we're enjoying together and the gifts she was blessed with, and she made a few for me blessing me with her sweet heart. My husband made 3 memory meals that my mom used to make, for us as surprise meals. That has meant so much to me! 💗 God's joy in so many meaningful ways this year! I am so thankful! 🥰

@@lwangelsbg Wow, it sounds like God is pouring out His blessings in the sweetest and most meaningful ways for you and your family. I absolutely love that your granddaughter made you special gifts and that your husband honour your mother in such a touching way-That's so special! Thank you so much for sharing, I feel so grateful ❤

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Thank you! I'm so glad you found value ❤

Wow, I haven't thought it that way, that God made us all different like art pieces. Thank you for sharing this perspective! I'm so glad you found your colour palette, it helps so much in finding what works for us ❤

I’m curious-What drew you to this video if you knew the topic might not be something you’d find value in as the thumbnail and title are clear about what to expect? It seems the content has sparked some strong emotions in you, and I’m sorry if it brought up any negativity for you. If this type of content is not for you, that’s absolutely okay! You are always welcome to move on to something that resonates better with you. Wishing you all the best ❤

Thank you so much for your kind words! There is some improvement for my hemming but the projects have been for the most part simple to follow ❤

Thank you for the feedback! I’m glad you were able to read the transcript and find value in the video. This has been a lifelong learning curve for me, and while I continue to grow and improve, there is an option to slow down the playback speed if that makes it easier for you to follow ❤

Thank you so much for your kind words, it means so much to me ❤

Wow, thank you so much for sharing your story! It’s so encouraging to hear about couples like you and your husband who have built a strong God-centered marriage. Your story is a beautiful example of the blessings that come from following God’s design for marriage, by putting Him first. Merry Christmas to you as well ❤

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Thank you so much for your kind words! There are a lot of different tutorial videos out there, and my absolute favourite is @MADEEveryday Check out her pencil skirt in 20 minutes video. She explains everything so simply!

NOTED! Thank you so much for the suggestions! It absolutely warms my heart that you find value in the videos, thank YOU ❤

I love the idea of tracking what you wear-it’s such a practical way to figure out what you actually need and use! That is absolutely amazing that you are planning to wear something you already own for the wedding-what a beautiful way to embrace intentional living and make the most of what you have. Thank you for sharing your journey ❤

Same hereee! We’re in Quebec, Canada, where winters can hit -40°C, and I absolutely cannot stand being cold! 🙈 I used to think wearing dresses in the winter with nylons was a no-go for me for that exact reason. Then, I realized I could swap nylons for leggings-problem solved! This will be my first winter fully committing to this, so it will be fun to see how it works out! I’d love to share more about my jackets and outdoor clothing-that’s such a great suggestion! My collection is pretty simple though so I don't know how long the video could be 🙈 It sounds like you’ve nailed staying cozy in every kind of weather-so inspiring ❤

@messy2mastery I live in Finland and we have a saying: there is not bad weather, only bad clothes (to that weather). I walk outside every day. I have outdoor trousers and different outdoor jackets for different temperatures and weathers. On Christmas I stay at my rural cottage at the countryside. We don't have a indoor toilet there, only outside composting toilet. We spend time outside, skiing and some other outdoor activities. One year my son and his friend build a sauna from snow. And they also tried it. 😂 It was adventure!

@@paularuotsalainen8954 Wow, what an amazing lifestyle! I love that saying-it’s so true! Being prepared with the right clothing for the weather makes all the difference, especially when spending so much time outdoors! Your Christmas traditions at the countryside cottage sound so special! Thank you for sharing this-it’s inspiring to hear about how you embrace the outdoors and make such unique memories! We definitely need to spend more time outdoors haha ❤

I'm in the UK. You'd be suprise how a good pair or waterproof trousers (the ones you put over clothes) can be fantastic. Ugly, but amazing, and fold up tiny. Thick winter leggings exist in the UK with fur and such. Is that what she refers too?

@@extrememinimalistparent I have 2 waterproof trousers, 1 with warm insulation and other thin without insulation. I wear those trousers over my other indoor trousers. I have variable leggings with different materials: cotton, wool, silk-wool and mixed material. It depends on the weather what I use. Sometimes I have many layers trousers like today when there is snow and cold weather and we are at our cottage. We are planning to try our kick sledge 🛷 😂❄️ and go to visit our neighbors

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Wow, I love that your husband helped you discover your colour palette! Warm spring colours are so beautiful and cheerful! How incredible that your journey to Jesus has also led to such meaningful changes in your life, including embracing femininity. It is so freeing when we choose to lean into the way God convicts us ❤ Aaaand making your own skirts is an AWESOME IDEA! I started in the spring for the exact reason as you-So it can be in the exact fit with the exact material I want!

I’m a born again Christian who wears pants. Why do you feel pants are forbidden?

@elenajopp5128 no one ever said pants are forbidden

@@elenajopp5128 I don’t think the Bible "forbids" wearing pants anywhere. I personally chose to wear dresses and skirts to embrace the femininity and modesty I feel God is calling me to. It’s a personal conviction rather than a commandment, and God leads each of us differently in these areas. It’s important to remember that modesty and obedience to God are matters of the heart, not just the clothes we wear. If someone feels convicted to make changes, that’s wonderful, and it doesn’t mean the same conviction applies to everyone. What’s most important is seeking God’s guidance and following where He leads you personally ❤

I’d suggest doing a little more research into the warm spring color palette, because “white and light colors” is definitely not warm spring. Warm spring is warm, bright colors. White is not in the spring spectrum at all, as it is not warm. We do best in cream or warm whites.

Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! I totally hear you about needing to stay warm-We are in Canada, where winters can hit -40°C, and I absolutely cannot stand being cold! 🙈 I'm so glad that you found inspiration to streamline! What matters the most is that you go to your own pace and that you make intentional decisions based on the current season you are in ❤

You are so kind, thank you so much for your encouragement ❤

@@messy2mastery I'll be joining soon with the more mindful and Christ-like thinking. You really are a sincere encouragement and role model for me (newly "retired" stay at home mom to 2 toddlers). Thanking Jesus for you this Christmas. Happy Celebrations❤

@@athaliahryan5788 I feel so honoured that you find value and encouragement in the video! Merry Christmas to you as well ❤

Yes! There are a lot of videos out there, and the one I found the simplest to follow is @MADEEveryday She is AMAZING!

Thank you so much for your kind words! Having a versatile wardrobe really simplifies things and makes getting dressed so much more enjoyable. And you can absolutely build a wardrobe like that too ❤

I absolutely love hearing this! That’s exactly how I felt! I had so many clothes and I started realizing that I would always reach for my favourite pieces. So I wondered, If I'm wearing most of what I have, what was the point in keeping it all? Simplifying my wardrobe was such a freeing experience ❤

Thank you so much! I used the website www.colorwise.me I believe there is also an app but on the website, it was free!

@@messy2mastery Thank you for that info.

That is so amazing! A small wardrobe can be so freeing! It makes getting dressed so much simpler and helps us focus on what really matters ❤

@ I completely agree.

Whitin has great barefoot shoes that are under $50!

Coming from someone who wore jeans and tank tops as my uniform in the spring, fall, and winter, I completely understand feeling uneasy about transitioning to dresses. What helped me shift my mindset was thinking about our hot and humid Canadian summers here, where I always opted for dresses instead of shorts. I realized that same comfort and ease could translate to our winters with the right layers and fabrics. Now, I truly love embracing dresses year-round! It can be different for everyone's journey though. If you feel convicted that God wants you to dress with modesty and femininity in your pants, there is absolutely no wrong in that! ❤ There are many great barefoot shoes options! The only barefoot shoes I've checked out so far are Vivobarefoot and Origo, which I love, so they are the only one I can for sure endorse and tell you how awesome they are. I've heard great comments are Xero but I haven't purchased yet. I personally like to wait for Black Friday sales (typically the best sales I've seen so far!) or different sales throughout the year!

@@savedsav Oh yes! I've heard great comments about that brand too. Thank you for sharing!

I love be lenka barefoot shoes and find Anya's reviews helpful. Worth the investment.

@@daniellegorbett9371 She is absolutely amazing. I learned so much with her posts!

Wow, thank you so much for your kind words and your encouragement, I so appreciate that ❤

😂😂😂 It's all me, au naturel!!!

Thank you so much for your kind words! That means so much to me. I'm so grateful to share what I've learned, and it's never too late to grow and embrace the beauty of living with purpose ❤

Wow, thank you so much! I feel so honoured that you found enough value to share ❤

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am so glad you found value ❤

Yes! Freedom comes when we stop seeking validation from others and focus on our worth in Christ. It's such a freeing experience to dress in a way that reflects our values and honours God, rather than seeking attention or approval. It's a beautiful reminder that our identity is found in Him, not in the opinions of others ❤

This is so well-communicated, thank you for sharing ❤

It's the next video, on Thursday!