THESE HOMEMAKING ROUTINES CAN MAKE YOU HAPPIER

[@momof2momof2]

I always get up , shower, dress, make the bed, make up and jewelry on and ready for the day. When my children were growing up, I was up an hour before them and had everything ready ( if not the night before) so our mornings went smoothly. Plus that gave me the time to have a quiet cup of coffee. I never understood mothers who would be wearing pajamas and robes while taking their children to school. smh. After taking them to school , I had the day to run errands right after, or have coffee out with a friend etc. Then it was home for house work, and getting dinner at least started. Many times dinner was in the slow cooker by 10 a.m. . Sunday's were my reset day, I got everything done so Mondays were my day "off" . Thanks for reminding others of the craft of home making.... which has always been my most favorite thing to do 💐🪷🌸🌼🌞💗✝💖🇺🇲🥰

[@asimpleseason2616]

Sounds like you had a great routine for the week...I love the idea of having a "reset day" ...fabulous!

[@daniellecomeau2996]

I was work from home from day one of the 2020-2022 shutdown. we never shut down for a moment. A couple of times, I tried to stay in my pajamas all day and work like a lot of people said they were doing but I just could not. I have to get up, take a shower, and do my morning routine. I didn't necessarily wear makeup every day but always at least my morning skincare routine, coffee or tea and maybe breakfast. My energy burst comes first thing in the morning.

[@susannak7483]

Same same same❤❤❤. It’s the way to go- makes our days fun and enjoyable rather than stressed and miserable. I wish I could convince my own daughter of this- it’s what she grew up with but now as a mom herself she’s scrambling and hassled 😵‍💫

[@norahbeck]

Nothing like hearing from a stay at home mom.

[@donnabacon4681]

​@@norahbeckWOW! I don't think Lisa has always been a stay-at-home mom; yet! Either way, still great advice

[@eileenstack255]

😊 I really like your videos 🙏🏻☘️🇮🇪🤗

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'm so glad you are enjoying the channel, Eileen and thanks so much!

[@lindaprevatt8910]

Lisa, thank you for this information. I suffer from "pj paralysis" since my husband passed away 7 years ago this month. I'm almost 77 years old, but I' m going to try the get dressed routine. I need all the motivation I can get. Thank you again.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'm so sorry for your loss, Linda... it's inspiring to hear how you're working through this...and I hope the get dressed routine helps!

[@lindamarconi2913]

Miss Lisa, You have such an Amazing channel! You are very beautiful and when you speak you always have a smile on your face. I grew up exactly the advice you are giving. I love your positive channel it refreshes my memory and I love it ❤❤ I'm always watching.😁🌷

[@tcoladonato]

I don’t know if you’re familiar with the book, “Sink Reflections” by Marla Cilley but one of her statements is to get up, get dressed with shoes on! This concept is so true, I’ve lounged around in PJ’s all day and found I didn’t have the mental energy which then drains your physical energy.

[@greenfoxgaming6721]

I’m in my 70s and these tips still resonated with me 😊

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'm so happy to hear that, greenfox! Lovely to see you here :)

[@melissajenkins9960]

I can absolutely attest to the importance of being a homemaker. My mother was home when we were growing up. On Friday when I’d come home from school I’d smell cookies. It was so comforting as a kid, school was difficult to me and coming home to hugs and homemade food made with love was like nothing else. When she chose to instead work away from home (she didn’t need to, she had enough financial support) I’d come home to an empty house. I’d turn the tv on so that I didn’t feel alone. No more smells of cookies, so I made them myself. It was like night and day. Also, thank you for mentioning how a homemade dinner can still feel comfy without a table and chairs. I live with my husband and children in a tiny rental and we have chairs but no table for all of us to sit at. But I do my best to make it cozy.

[@asimpleseason2616]

It's amazing how strongly memories stay with us for some things...so nice you try to make your place a sweet place of refuge :)

[@rosaparra506]

I feel so grounded with this comment! No one hardly wants to be a homemaker any more! It’s alot of work, but it’s so rewarding!!

[@wyominghome4857]

If your Mom was of the Boomer generation she was probably made to feel worthless without an outside job. There was a lot of pressure on women to work, whether they wanted to or not.

[@marlelarmarlelar9547]

I was raised without any homemaking skills and was 40 before I even knew I needed them! "Winging" it just wasn't working anymore. The book _Sidetracked Home Executives_ really helped me develop routines. Modern women are lucky to have the internet and women like Lisa to coach them.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'll check out the book you mentioned ...thank you :)

[@SharonPettersson]

Your pure sensible and cheerful outlook Lisa is inspiring. Thank you for your videos

[@asimpleseason2616]

Thank you so much and thanks for spending a bit of your day with me :)

[@MarilynDean-i5b]

Love getting up slowly like the birds do. I stretch my arms, bend and touch my toes. Walk into the bathroom splash my face with cold water, and freshen up a bit. Walk Back into the bedroom, make the bed lift the shade from in the bedroom continuing to lift all the shades on my way to the kitchen. Doing these things means I never have to go back and tidy things up. Now I am ready for 1 cup of coffee and prayer for the day,a hr later I eat a good protein meal. Now I am ready to meet my day. Love your channel. Marilyn from Michigan

[@asimpleseason2616]

What a lovely morning routine, Marilyn! Thanks so much for sharing it :) Lisa

[@ingridbowen5110]

Lisa you are a wonderful soul and you also has a heart of gold. I also worked in the hospital for a few yearsI love caring for the sick people. I love people.❤❤❤❤❤

[@asimpleseason2616]

How lovely that you love caring for the sick...such noble and kind work :)

[@shirleystrong2122]

I use to be a caregiver. I wake up early and doing my errands and chores early! Like to cook, and its mt hobby. Im nearly 74 and still pretty active! Keeping busy just makes my day! ❤

[@asimpleseason2616]

It sounds like you have a wonderful routine!

[@juanitasullivan3372]

What you said about having a food pantry is so important. It gives one a sense of security knowing they will eat in hard times. I love to cook. I use a old fashion pressure cooker for things that take a long time, such as chili or split pea soup. I soak beans and peas over night anyway to shorten cooking time. I prefer a pressure cooker over an instant pot that uses power. Should I lose power, I can still use the pressure cooker on my other cooking option which is a butane burner. l live in an old A Frame cottage which I dearly love. Since it's old, it's dark wood inside. I love rustic and fell in love with this place as soon as I saw it. This is a small rental community with 9 other A Frames. I've got red plaid curtains and light colored furniture to brighten up the place but it's still cozy. My neighbor was over the other day for the first time and was surprised at how much room there is here. I was surprised at her reaction as she lives in the A Frame next to me, same layout and everything. She also didn't seem real happy with the A Frame in general, but she really liked mine. As a former professional organizer my old instincts kicked in. I asked if I could see her place. I was shocked and understood her mood right away. All the furniture was black and there was a ton of it. She's in the process of lightening things up and getting rid of some pieces.

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

You are speaking truth, one thing I learned early on is Not to say…. “I am just a homemaker”. There ism so much more than JUST a homemaker…. In am a Domestic Goddess!! And Goddesses get what they want and how they want it, just by being awesome!

[@user-pd7bp5oe9p]

Hi Lisa! Thanks for all the wonderful visits! I enjoy each and every one of them. You are refreshing and welcoming....thank you very much!!!

[@asimpleseason2616]

Thank you so much!

[@wyominghome4857]

I love this channel. I was following your list and feeling on it - check, check, check, check - then you got to shoes. In our dusty, gravelly Wyoming environment we keep our shoes at the door and wear slippers in the house, but getting dressed, putting on makeup (and fragrance). combing hair, getting most of the housework done the night before and the rest before my husband gets up usually leaves me with a quiet 30 minutes to have a cup of coffee and gather my thoughts. And you're right, an organized and tidy house is relaxing. Your garden is lovely BTW.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I hear you on the dust...the shoes for cleaning motivation would be ones that you just wear indoors and they wouldn't be worn outside...sounds like you've worked out a nice daily routine :)

[@wyominghome4857]

@@asimpleseason2616 I wake up at 6 a.m. winter or summer, and one of the nicest things about winter mornings is listening to the quiet house and watching the sun rise over the river. Thank you for all your positive thoughts and advice.

[@cedarcottagefarm2885]

I always have a stocked pantry. It’s canning season so the kitchen is cluttered and will be until the autumn when the apples are done. Gardening is a good release of stress and I highly recommend it.

[@danaplate6459]

Such helpful reminders - thank you so much!

[@ofrecentvintage]

"PJ paralysis" makes so much sense! 😮

[@deannab9511]

I completely agree with all of your tips! Nothing beats the comfort of home, and I'm happy to be a homemaker! Sending you love ❤

[@asimpleseason2616]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@krystalwesley7043]

Me too I love being home and homemaking

[@JuneCleaver56]

Just found you, Lisa ! You are delightful. Thanks, KZbin!

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'm glad you are enjoying the channel and thank you :)

[@potato6658]

Looking after your home is to me so satisfying.

[@willywokeup9112]

Making my bed is big. I feel better when its made, like i cant go back to bed now!

[@conniemoore3207]

Love your outdoor views.

[@asimpleseason2616]

Thanks so much, Connie...our backyard is pretty much our kitchen and living room in the summer lol!

[@ralcorn7797]

Yes! My b.1917 grandmother was always dressed, coiffed, and maquillaged until her last days in a nursing home when she was the only person cognizant of her appearance. Being home since lockdown started, I've noticed I'll delay going out for a day or so until I'm "ready," which is horrible on several levels. Homemaking is described in Proverbs 31 and is an expression of love to all who experience your home.

[@asimpleseason2616]

Proverbs is one of my favorite books :)

[@donnabacon4681]

Really great snd sensible advise, Lisa. It's all about discipline and what we truly want. I used to think going 100 mph, living in chaos, full speed ahead was the way to go, but now, as I am older - no way!! I don't even like walking fast!! Enjoy your day! Have a fab weekend!!!

[@asimpleseason2616]

It's amazing how we change as we mature, Donna! I'm glad you're taking more time for what's important to you :)

[@JanetKing-g9c]

Love this - thank you - a bit 1950's but much needed. Sugar is a NO NO though. X❤

[@utopicconfections5257]

thank you for this. it makes me feel better hearing this.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I'm so glad!

[@cookitfor2]

I totally agree with you 100%! All the things that you were talking about are so so important. They are actually vital to a healthy, happy successful life!

[@marlindarby5006]

I love your cleaning strategy of 9 minutes. Spunds like harmony among your family. Is the inly way i see the quick cleaning task take place! Multiple generation household the cleaning discipline is challenging!!! However on the weekends gatden is my priorities. Thanks for mentioning pets . Thank you for the inspiration.

[@sonyalytle8972]

You sound like my Grandparents! Lol And my 82 yr old mother who lives with me, still does all of this, like laying out her clothes. And! Every night before she goes to bed, she reads her Bible.

[@asimpleseason2616]

Awww, how nice, Sonya! Much of the wisdom of our grandparents is so valuable :)

[@joannecomanic5940]

Hi Lisa, Thank you for another great video!! Looking forward to the next one❤

[@asimpleseason2616]

Yay! Thank you!

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

I rewatched this Video, I have truly enjoyed it again!

[@asimpleseason2616]

Wow, thank you!

[@ginablank8695]

I just found your channel a few days ago and absolutely love it! Do you have a dishwasher? I see you washing dishes and if I do that and someone is there they ask why I’m washing them. I don’t mind washing dishes and today everyone wants to put everything in the dishwasher.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I don't mind doing dishes sometimes either, Gina...it's relaxing when you get into the groove of it

[@laurierios6646]

🌸Thank you for sharing such a peaceful plan🌸

[@deviousjones3046]

You are Absolutely amazing, Lisa! Thank you dear.

[@angelakneller2880]

We don’t have room for a pantry in our kitchens in the uk, but I’m planning on re organising my kitchen. We recently have had a new kitchen post covid and somehow there seems less space even though we’ve more cupboards and drawers. But I will get there. Probably something to do when I’m on holiday in feb x

[@martinefaguy3840]

Dear Lisa, I just LOVE your channel! Great tips and beautiful background. Thanks for your great content! Love from a fellow Canadian 💕

[@asimpleseason2616]

Thank you so much and I am so glad you are enjoying the channel, Martine ...have a great weekend! :)

[@rosaparra506]

First of all ur so pretty, lovely smile! I loved staying home and now that my kids are 30 and 24 I sure am glad I did! We didn’t have a lot of money to spend but I enjoyed every bit of it! Sandwiches, koolaid and of to the park we went to have our little picnic! They always tell me that was the best mad their favorite childhood memory!

[@asimpleseason2616]

Love it!!

[@karensample3052]

Friends always know that when they come to visit me that there will be tea and gingerbread 😊

[@asimpleseason2616]

How lovely that you are known for this! I make ginger cookies but I haven't made gingerbread in ages...thanks for the memory of it! I need to make some this fall :)

[@karensample3052]

@@asimpleseason2616 ☺️🌹

[@dianeandries1331]

Thank you so much for your great video's. I wish I had nice people surrounding me around my small kitchen table for coffee ☕ or so, but there is nobody.

[@asimpleseason2616]

It's interesting that you mention that, Diane...I was thinking that we sometimes have cycles in life where friends and other people go out of our lives and then others come in ...you just never know when

[@nelidaflores1286]

Seeing your videos has made my life simple and feel in a good mood, so thank you ❤Blessings 💕

[@asimpleseason2616]

That's very kind of you and that's so wonderful to hear! I hope you have a wonderful day.

[@joannek7447]

Really appreciate your videos

[@asimpleseason2616]

So nice of you

[@cyana5867]

True and wise words

[@she-surrendered1234]

I love your content so much!

[@asimpleseason2616]

Yay! Thanks so much :)

[@debrasmith307]

I never wear shoes in my house. It keeps it much cleaner. Everything else I agree with.

[@ceciliajones7816]

I wear house shoes because my feet and knees are trashed. I change shoes if I go outside.

[@cladqueen8054]

Thank you

[@asimpleseason2616]

You're welcome :)

[@francescagisellalayzell6718]

What a wonderful channel ☺️🙏

[@asimpleseason2616]

How nice of you to say, Francesca, thank you :)

[@kathyb8540]

I haven't been subscribed very long and I'm loving your channel. I've been stressed watching politics all the time. Thanks Blessings!

[@asimpleseason2616]

I appreciate that, Kathy, thank you !

[@krystalwesley7043]

I am beng watching your videos

[@Jennifer-k2o3k]

This is brilliant advice. Thank you!

[@asimpleseason2616]

You're so welcome! :)

[@dianawoods4772]

Thankyou for that really helpful video I have got some really good advice from it . Hoping you and your family are keeping well 👍 sending you all love and prayers 🙏 God bless you all.

[@asimpleseason2616]

How kind of you, Diana!

[@SusanCox-pl9qp]

Very good advice! Thank you so much, Lisa!

[@asimpleseason2616]

You are so welcome!

[@michellehoppes2402]

So happy to a new video. I love all the suggestions. In fact I do all of them. ❤

[@susanbuckley4153]

Love your tips! Just subscribed:)

[@asimpleseason2616]

Yay! Thank you, Susan and welcome! :)

[@Patti-1962]

I absolutely loved my "job" of being a mom/homemaker. I taught violin lessons at home in the afternoons. So I would cook our dinner after lunch and would leave it on the stove. When the kids walked in the door after school, they were greeted with lovely smells of a home cooked meal. I also read an article about creating "clutter free" zones in the home.For us, it was the kitchen counters, table and dining room. Of course the living areas were relaxing spaces. But we would tidy up before bed. After a while these habits became routine!

[@asimpleseason2616]

Love this, Patti...sounds like you made a nice atmosphere for your family... clutter free zones are a great idea :)

[@gaildurocher6553]

❤

[@lizworkman9967]

I would love to have fresh flowers in my home but my cats would just eat them!

[@asimpleseason2616]

LOL! I guess I've been lucky... all the cats I've had never ate them :)

[@rachelburgener819]

I’ve never had a cat eat flowers 🤔❤️😀

[@pamulawallace4330]

❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@lindamcclellan8434]

I get up, read my Bible with coffee and then start my day. Truthfully I hate to get dressed. It is hard to start my day. Maybe I’ll try to get dressed and then have Bible time…but I’m afaird I won’t read then.

[@asimpleseason2616]

I hear you, Linda...if you have a routine that works stick with it :)

[@angelakneller2880]

If I’m home I dress in tracksuit bottoms etc and not pj’s but I wear slippers around the house.

[@asimpleseason2616]

Having something on we can move around in is good...It's the PJ's that do me in when I want to get things done lol!

[@angelakneller2880]

I only stay in pjs if I’m Il , I don’t go out in them; I’ve seen ppl out in them where I work and it’s a big store. I understand kids but adults nah! Xx

[@SarahsAtticOfTreasures]

My shoes come off as soon as I step inside. Feet need to breathe.

[@asimpleseason2616]

they sure do, Sarah! If I have a day at home that I know I need to get a lot done I will put them on :)

[@leeverkisto22]

Where’s the kitty? 🐱

[@asimpleseason2616]

He loves being outside ...he just shows up long enough to eat most days in the summer lol! :)

[@Caroline.A.joseph]

Madam, you are a very beautiful woman❤