Want a Simpler Home? DO NOT 🚫 Have These 🚫

[@cheacatt1383]

I was raised in a home where animals were not allowed in the house… I never knew the joy of having a pet sleeping next to me until I had my own home. My fur babies bring me so much joy and they really do make my home a sanctuary. I do have to work harder to keep everything clean but I can’t imagine not having them.

[@MindfulMidlife]

They absolutely complicate things but they really are worth it. I grew up with German Shepherd dogs. We loved them and now just a kitty but she is so fun!

[@singerjo5791]

I do not allow animals in my house and I have taken flack for it. However, it is my home and my rules.

[@cloisterene]

@@singerjo5791 My grandmother never had pets and her house was always tidy and fresh smelling. I love animals but they deserve a lot more attention than I am willing or able to give.

[@graceweber2822]

I agree. It's worth it to have pets. Makes my home complete.

[@wolfc8755]

For the first time in over 60 years I do NOT have a pet (or two or three), and I am shocked at how much less work it is and how much longer my house stays clean!! On the other hand, I really miss having something with a beating heart to love on 😥😥

[@kkbo3478]

I didn't have a cat for the first time in 40 years. Took about 13 months to grieve the loss of my 16 year old. Got a 2 year old rescue about 7 weeks ago and we are getting along very well. Takes patience and kindness ❤

[@traceyarnaud8433]

Pets are worth it for sure! I’d never have made it during the pandemic without them

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh I know! Our Mia brings us such joy!

[@solidstate9451]

Like children.

[@chelongogan3904]

​@solidstate9451 the Bible says Children are a heritage of the Lord. Blessed is the

[@solidstate9451]

@@chelongogan3904 I don't believe in the bible.

[@kimgordon3695]

​@@solidstate9451& how's that working for ya... ?

[@Anagrams458]

The crud under your old carpet that looks like sand is actually just the carpet underlay that has broken down over the years.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I've heard it's both, but either way - yuck!

[@Babycakes6211]

Pets are what make a house a home. ❤ I have had a pet since I was six years old (I’m now in my 50s) and don’t want to imagine life without them. I agree with no carpet. I love area rugs, but we have wood floors and vinyl plank floors and it’s fantastic! With regard to trends in decorating-I have enjoyed my curated hand-me-down, yard sale, thrift store, junque aesthetic for 30 years and I’m not stopping now. 😂

[@mnop1774]

Aww I agree with pets being worth all of it and this hit home. We just lost our beautiful kitty, Mia (same name coincidentally) after 20 years. She was a Ragdoll breed and the sweetest, best cat we could ever ask for. I miss her terribly. My kids grew up with her and we are all so sad. They are truly members of the family.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Aww, I’m so sorry! I know how hard it is to lose a pet. Family members INDEED!

[@OldLadyInFL]

You can paint grout. They have grout paint pens you can buy to do it. I did it with my entire floor, because it had pale beige grout and it was always so dirty. In the meantime, the best grout whiterner I have found is Oxi-clean.

[@janiceflores8922]

Yes!! Adopt a pet! ❤️ The joy of having a pet definitely far outweighs the extra work!! 😍

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes Indeed! We adopted Mia and she has been the best cat!

[@annrogers8129]

Ok so we had 3 adopted cats…my house knows we have 3 cats! lol 😂 but they are so worth it…

[@sandrajordan3802]

@@MindfulMidlifetry pretty kitty litter think you might like it.

[@solidstate9451]

And the pain when it goes... My old moron is so sick. I spend thousands at the vet in hope of him having a longer, better life.

[@naansophi1111]

@@MindfulMidlife I use toilet paper in the litter box instead of sand. When the cat business is done, it is covered by tissue when the cat "digs". I empty the litter box into the rubbish bin or into the toilet once or twice a day, depending on the amount. Don't want to clog the toilet. No sand on the floors ever again! Toilet paper is also much cheaper and a lot lighter to carry home than sand!

[@JA9-fx7sg]

I’m so relieved about the position on pets. I just discovered this channel and love it. I didn’t want to have to break up😂. Pets absolutely complicate cleaning and life. They are TOTALLY worth it.

[@chelongogan3904]

We love our 2 cats. We love our sweet golden retriever puppy. Good pets. Good idea 💡 to clean the house a little bit daily. God bless

[@lindatrem275]

Vinyl plank floors, ceiling fans and cats..Cats shed, ceiling fan moves fur across smooth plank flooring to edges of room and under sofas. BIG fur bunnies are easy to clean up

[@drunkensquirrel7545]

We call them tumbleweeds! 😅

[@trenaphillips1973]

For me, my pets are a huge factor in making a house a home.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Love that!

[@katieosborne5203]

The pets on the thumbnail were smart. I had to click and see if it was a joke, and I’m so glad to hear you agree they’re worth it. They complicate my life, but they make my life better enough that they’re worth it, and I tell them so everyday. Lol. All great points!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Absolutely worth it! 💕

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

I am not getting rid of my kitten. He actually matches my furnishings anyway. Though he does tend to chew my plants.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Haha, that's what my daughter says about our Mia. She matches our decor. 😂

[@acptd]

For your daughter's shower, get clear shower curtain at the Dollar Tree get some suction cups and put it up over the tile on the tanning days. Regarding the half ladder in your half bath, painted a different color maybe to match the mirror and you'll probably like it better

[@traceyarnaud8433]

Again, plants make life so much more beautiful (just like pets)

[@MindfulMidlife]

I know, but sadly I'm just so bad at keeping them alive. Like I said, I do have have a couple in my home - the ones that are REALLY hard to kill!

[@lisab9541]

Oxygenation air cleaners too.

[@VolcanoGroupie]

Some of the fake plants (such as the ferns you can buy at Pottery Barn) that you can buy look real and are a great alternative to live plants.

[@MrKn4evr]

You tube sent me this page and my sleepless night just got brighter. New subscriber😊. I bought a pet grooming vacuum and it is a life changer. The joy of seeing all that dog hair getting trapped before it makes it out of my dog is priceless. Although he produces more loose hair by the hour, so it is a short lived joy. And, have dark wood floors… so all the dog hair is quite visible. Fun to see my cordless shark gobble all the hair up. Love my dogs, and love my dark floors too. 😂Simpler life be darned!

[@darladellana4961]

I really love your no-nonsense advice. Exactly what I was needing. Thank you.

[@cherylkroot1101]

I would add dark colored hard surface flooring to your list. Same problen as with dark furniture, only magnified exponentially!

[@lisab9541]

I still love it, but I can live with a bit of dust whereas my brother would be constantly dry mopping the dust.

[@Blackcatbakery]

Pets are my life. If my house is a little hairy or dirty who cares? My pets are healthy and happy. I’m healthy and happy. The clean house police better get a warrant.

[@kw1lts]

Put Corian or something like it in the shower instead of tile. No seams to clean out! Definitely worth the extra cost. The same for getting quart- as a countertop.

[@loverlyme]

I've actually laid rubber garage/workshop flooring over my kitchen tiles. It's much spongier than anything I've tried and easy to wash. If it's really grubby I can lift up the piece (it's a small kitchen), take it outside and wash it off. I actually started by having it all over my courtyard pavers. I've lived in my home for over 20 years and have tried absolutely everything to get rid of the weeds (I'm in Australia by the way, which should help you appreciate how bad the weeds and creepy things can be). Completely blocking the pavers out with rubber has been the only thing that has made a huge difference. My garden beds have weed mat under the mulch but it's not as effective and would probably be a trip hazard. The black rubber in the kitchen and courtyard is really good at stopping me from slipping over too. So many benefits but...shhhh... don't tell anyone or the shops will start putting the price up like every other type of flooring!

[@jms9057]

The white grout you showed has had much of the white pigment stripped out of it, ironically, by using harsh things like bleach to try to get it white. We used to see this in customers' homes all the time before we redid their grout (tile business).

[@befit4u882]

Plants make your environment healthier and I also love having a bit of the outdoors in my home. :D

[@pajamamama5965]

Christmas cactuses are great for those who don't have a green thumb snd inexpensive. water once a week, put them in a north light window and watch them bloom in winter. safe for pets too! I collect them.

[@teleriferchnyfain]

I did manage to keep a Christmas cactus alive for a year & a half once lol

[@70sladyalways25]

I’m building presently and I thought about all these things when considering surfaces. I also didn’t want built ins, light fixtures etc that would involve dusting. I’m happy to say my new house still looks nice even though I wanted no light grout, carpet, built ins etc. I tried to avoid trendy things. I’m 64 and I was thinking I want easy to take care of. This was an informative video 😊

[@magsstewart5488]

Well, no pets would certainly make things easier, but that’s unrealistic. It’s also why my toilet paper is always sitting on top of the roller. It seems to be invisible to the cats unless it’s properly on the roller. And yes, proper tp comes over the roll. Thank you for including that. 😊

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh no!!!! Mia has never done that, but I know some cats absolutely LOVE doing that. Oh well, at least it's not an expensive toy!

[@krissyjuarez7769]

My TP is always over, except when I had a cat that liked to play with it. If you do it the other way the cat can't roll a pile onto the floor. Once she couldn't do that evidently it wasn't so fun anymore.

[@lorirapp8581]

I agree with every single thing you said! I thought I was the only neurotic nut on the planet about all this stuff! So grateful to know I am in good company.😂

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes! We are both neurotic! 😂

[@shamsjacobs4771]

My two cats are my babies. That's non negotiable😊they can mess as much as they want to. 😅😅

[@MindfulMidlife]

Haha, I completely understand! All my sweet Mia has to do is look at me with her big eyes and I'm a puddle! 🫠

[@signalfire6]

After having cats forever, I finally tried 'World's Best' kitty litter; it's made of corn cobs and is FLUSHABLE. I have a septic tank, no problems yet after a full year but it's flushable to a regular sanitary sewer also. Most people don't know clay litter is a recycling disaster and it's HEAVY in the garbage. With the corn cob litter, there is utterly no smell, you just scoop and put in the toilet, and flush. Super easy if the box is near a bathroom and a large bag lasts almost a YEAR for one cat. I order it through Chewy or Amazon so the 'delivery' is done for me.

[@616imhotep]

Either sand, stain and varnish your bathroom ladder towel rack or paint it. Then you don't have to worry about changing out the hanging configuration. Or you could replace the rungs with decorative spindles. Also cute in a bedroom or closet for hanging necklaces, scarves, or men's ties.

[@loverlyme]

I'd love to have a cat again but... all the stuff you said... plus I don't cope well when they die. I can't go through that pain again (whilst trying to cope with my own mental illness) so I also can't have that joy of living with a cat now.

[@harlenegeier5219]

I would take the ladder out of the bathroom and add two separate brass or gold bars to hang towels on and cover over the last two holes.

[@margieneary272]

You are right on with this video! Your cat, Mia, looks exactly like my cat, Millie. We love her, but she is a dirty little pig. Kitty litter all over the place. She makes so much work for me. I have a black console TV cabinet. You are so right about dust on black furniture. So right on toilet paper holders. Both my holders are the easy to just slide on, but my son still leaves the new roll on the top. I bought the 2 white tissue covers you showed, but the holes weren’t big enough, so they’re in my closet collecting dust. I now,have better ones that fit, and I love them. One is white plastic, the other is a soft brass from Amazon. Every time I want to purchase a decor item, I imagine how difficult it would be to dust or maintain. You are right on with the black trimmed windows. Don’t buy expensive trends. They will not be trendy for very long. BTW: How do you clean faux plant/ stems? I have a few and I love them. They are making them so realistic now. I love when you do these videos. 👍🏻

[@mettamorph4523]

My house if over 70 year old, has that 50s green tile with white grout. That grout is bright white still. Mom and I wonder what they used back then! I had to replace some wall tiles with a new tub install, I am constantly cleaning the new white grout.

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

If you painted your half ladder you might like it more.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Ya know...not a bad idea to get us to the point when we are ready to paint the entire room. Thanks!

[@WiseWomanLola]

Yes, maybe paint it dark or color to match your walls.

[@happygirl1976]

I agree!! Paint on that ladder would be beautiful!

[@Attar7bazaar07]

My suggestion as well! I was thinking of matching the color to the wall

[@flohough1870]

Pets definitely create a lot of dirt and are work. I agree but I love my dogs too. I gave up on plants, for numerous reasons. And I love my toilet paper holder where you just hook the TP roll on to, SO much easier. I learned something today too, I need to look closer at my toilet seat, I think it may be removable as well!

[@MindfulMidlife]

I'll admit, I'm dreading spring when my cat starts to shed - ugh...what a mess. Even with that, I'd hate to not have her in our lives.

[@flohough1870]

@@MindfulMidlife yep, we have shelties and right about June they start "molting" and it's hair everywhere. God bless groomers!

[@sammyalabamy111]

My pets are Family, no compromises there. My pets I trust more than some interesting person(s), under my skin....

[@cindycorrigan3722]

You look lovely in the brown sweater, and your hair and make up are fab! Love Cindy 😊

[@RachaelNewman-z5l]

Lol!!! The plants!!! I do agree.. they do not simplify life 🤣 this is my version of a pet 🤪

[@MindfulMidlife]

But YOU love them and that's what matters!

[@lauram.511]

Great Video!!! First viewing of you & I was so blessed, smiled, laughed & was thankful to learn the helpful tips. You are an absolute blessing that made my day. I'm subscribing & looking forward to watching more of your helpful videos. Thank you & God bless! You are beautiful inside & out!

[@maxine.v]

pets are definitely worth it. we got another chihuahua-- peanut to be a friend for our older chi during the pandemic plus two pets give better cuddles than one

[@MindfulMidlife]

I understand! Sometimes we “fight” to get Mia to sit with us and cuddle.

[@coolwater55]

These are all such great tips! I practice all of these when possible. Harder if one rents. Taking the toilet seat off is not necessary if one has a good brush and can easily push water around. Also washing the toilet often helps with any build up. That way once a year removing the toilet seat will find little to clean. As for black. I have been very against black in a home for any reason. No clothing, no furniture, no blankets and no appliances in black. Some dark antique furniture has been allowed, but has little grooves. My husband bought a black truck off our adult children recently. I do dislike it, but it will be a work truck and I do not have to clean it. Also, people really have to consider how black absorbs light. Too much black can cause depressing moods. I am a white, bright person. And no dark walls, cannot see spiders webs starting up... 🤭🤭 As for tiling in the shower, use very large ceramic or porcelain panels, it helps reduce grout cleaning. Also once the grout is new, please take the time to seal it well. At least two to three coats of sealant helps enormously. Floors and walls. People must research the types of products they use for floors and counter tops. NO CONCRETE floors or counters, NO STONE or natural granite. Ideally quartz composites are best. They are highly durable, do not stain, and any severe scratches can be buffed out and polished quite easily. Although I do not have that problem. Even in the kitchen quartz counters, I use plenty of cutting boards or trays to place items. As for natural woods, learn how to place protector plates, or mats etc. As for plants always use proper trays areas for placing plants.

[@RosaBorg]

Plants are like pets, totally worth the effort. I agree about the rest.

[@jodynuttall3215]

I'm very happy that I have no dark furniture, no wall-to-wall carpet, no pets, grey grout, very few indoor plants (but LOTS of outdoor plants) and almost no makeup. Life is good ❤

[@MindfulMidlife]

I love how we are all so different! I'm glad life is good - you have found what works for you!

[@karenrichardson8918]

Plants clean the air. I never intended to let my dog in..but it was really cold on the screen porch where i had her, so i let her in. Also, in summer heat. But i wasnt prepared to clean as much as i needed to.

[@Ms13cats]

What do you think of painting your ladder bright white? I think it would look great and then not need changing out? Just a thought. Love your show. 🙂

[@MindfulMidlife]

A few have suggested that! I'll have to think about that, but it is a good idea!

[@Ms13cats]

@@MindfulMidlife I did think later, like how you prob already did(!-sigh), that there's a lot of work taking it off the wall etc to paint it...and that'd be as much as changing it out. Ah well. Me, trying to help-ha. 🙂 Have a great day!

[@joyceadair3003]

I’m so glad I don’t have wall to wall carpet only hardwood floors. It’s so much easier to keep clean and look gorgeous I no longer have pets. Life is a lot easier. I do miss my pets, however. Thanks for sharing today. Appreciate your input.😊

[@MindfulMidlife]

I sooo wish we didn't like the carpet, but it is... what it is! My friend just lost her sweet kitty and she admits it's much easier, but she also says, she misses her terribly. I have a feeling she will be getting another cat soon.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

I’m the opposite I took up my carpet to decide if I wanted to refinish the hardwood underneath. Cannot stand the constant cleaning of the floor. Carpet going back down.

[@lourobin2728]

😂 Want a clean and orderly home? Don’t get a husband and kids but definitely keep the pets! 🤣

[@marydenney8249]

Again…you are a hoot! I love ALL your videos but this was funny! Thank you for the info and laughs. I needed it ❤️

[@beccacarrillo]

I'm glad you're keeping the shiplap...because you love it. Same thing for the carpet in your bedroom. If you LOVE something, it belongs in your home, matters not if it's still "in". I still have the bedroom furniture I bought when we moved into our new house...35 years ago. It was a splurge at the time but it was something I really wanted. It's probably difficult to even FIND it now. Wicker. I have natural colored wicker bedroom furniture, and I still love it. It's a simple design, not flourishy or swirly, and it still suits me. My bedroom is still my favorite room in my house.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes!!! We live in our homes - not HGTV! We have every right to have our decor that WE LOVE! Keep that wicker Becca!

[@brendaboden5153]

Dawn spray works great on tile/grout

[@loverlyme]

I have very narrow picture shelves in my bedroom. They're the ones from IKEA that are so affordable such as MOSSLANDA Picture ledge- there are other ones too. It's placed right along the wall a little above my bedhead and then joins for a half wall along the next wall. Under each I drilled holes evenly and added white cup hooks. On the smaller section of shelf I have some of my jewellery boards. Under this shelf I have long necklaces and hair ornaments hanging from the hooks. On the shelf along the whole wall above my bed I have a variety of artwork. I can change this around and substitute pictures till my heart's content. Under this shelf I used to hang some star-shaped lights. I eventually didn't like having the lights right above me so took it down. Nevertheless, in general, these picture ledges have worked for me for well for over 10 years now. It's so good I've now added it over my toilet in the bathroom to store all the scents and sprays. My suggestion to you regarding the hanging towel rail is to find a picture or even a small, narrow set of baskets. Hang them one below the next with some rope or plastic coated wire so they become useful storage compartments. If they and your pieces you intend to put in them are lightweight you can use one rope/wire instead of fixing separate screws to the wall. After you've hung it over the hook at the top, take some pretty ribbon (not country style) make a good bow in the top with long tails to hang down to hide the picture hanger. Tuck the long ribbons into place around the hanging cords or let it free flow if you prefer. You could even put a decorative plate over the top of the screw.

[@kevinhamilton6256]

Soap stone absorbs heat, and releases it slowly. Thats why your chicken defrosts where it touched the soap stone. Its use in some wood stoves because of that trait. As a fire fwindles before restocking it, the soap stone will radiate the heat it absorbed. Also helps with fire proofing. So yours absorbed more heat from the room than the air around your chicken.

[@cathylombard964]

We had white grout in our previous home. I could never keep it clean. In my current house we used gray grout when we put in new tile. It’s much better.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Well, at least I learned my lesson by the time we did the kitchen. I'll NEVER use white grout again!!!

[@margaretphillippi462]

I will never go without my pets!!!

[@cathyshaw-kalloo237]

so funny.... I just moved and was ridiculously delighted to discover that the toilet paper holder in the new apartment is one of those easy refill ones. I'm impressed and pleased to discover that the landlord here did *not* use only the cheapest builder grade finishings; everything in here is better quality than the typical rental. ahhhh, it's the little things!!! 😁

[@kelleywyskiel3478]

Great video. I have much of these. In a three story 1906 three level Victorian. All I do is clean. Every day. Mostly because of a gigantic three year old Pyrenees. He’s worth it. The house and black cabinets are not. lol. But my roomba helps immensely. It’s on an auto schedule and takes just minutes to empty out and send back to charge.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I seriously am considering a roomba for our upstairs.

[@Christine-zk6hk]

I have a cat that eats chews on both real and fake plants. So no plants for me. Also fake plants have to be cleaned.

[@LenaSheppard]

Oh I so agree w/you on plants. I killed a 30yo bonsai that I was minding for my boss. I don't follow trends/styles & just go for what I like & is useful. I appreciate you being with us !

[@julietannOsfan1972]

I never follow trends, like most people I know have magnolia walls & other drab colours in their house, whereas I only have bright.

[@leevincent3960]

Your boss needs to wake up. You can't teach someone Bonsai maintenance in 5 minutes. Bonsai should always be maintained by a professional plants service qualified to take care of Bonsai, if the owner/caretaker is away.

[@tracywaring3769]

A world without pets is the kind of world I don’t want live in , we vacuum every day and clean the kitchen every day we also shampoo our carpets regularly x

[@MindfulMidlife]

Do you have your own carpet shampooer or do you rent?

[@tracywaring3769]

@@MindfulMidlife we have our own . We just had a new carpet in the front room xx

[@debbiewalker273]

@@MindfulMidlifeWe have the Bissell Carpet Steam Cleaner, and then will have a professional cleaning company do it once or twice a year. The Bissell was money well spent !

[@coni-ne5km]

You've mentioned many items in your video that I intend or have had to part with. I love dogs but can't have one due to health issues. Likewise, the wall-to-wall carpeting was replaced with hardwood years ago. Cleaning the toilet is a yucky job 😒so I'm in the process of finding a one-piece, rimless toilet. Plants, on the other hand, are great to have; I wouldn't part with any of mine.

[@karenbrauneis4290]

I totally get what you’re saying about the half ladder in your bathroom. Since you’re planning on leaving it until you’re ready to paint, why not paint it white. It shouldn’t take long, and at least it wouldn’t look like a half rotting ladder piece.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh my heart!!! "rotting ladder piece" EXACTLY HOW I FEEL 😂! I few have suggested painting it. Maybe...it's not a bad idea at all!

[@BluePatriotWinner]

Many many years ago o solved the issue of tissue boxes. Besides getting dirty or dusty they take up valuable counter real estate. We use the toilet paper instead. No regrets. 😊

[@whitneycloud9419]

The only thing is we have allergies and need tissue in every room!

[@Diane0123]

Hey, I rewatched a couple of your previous videos, there was one where you said you have been looking for the perfect neutrals palette. Have you viewed the Natasha Denona mini Dream Palette, it’s stunning? It has 3 mattes and 2 shimmers and I love how with only 5 colors it’s takes the guess work out of eye looks. God bless💜

[@maureenbullis1805]

During my 43 years of marriage there have been a few times after a dog dies that we have been pet less. It never lasts. Yes the house is really clean, we can go out without worry and travel etc. …. But we all need some critter to love, so one will come our way.

[@sandynbtx6967]

Totally agree about the animals. Not welcome in my home. I know this is unpopular.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Not everyone is an animal person for sure!

[@Chelle-kd1po]

Same! No pets, & just a snake's tongue plant.

[@1012chart]

Great fun. Thanks Bobbie!

[@doveandolive1153]

Very practical tip on the toilet seat cause ours drives me crazy - if you know you know. The toilet roll had me 🤣 and we put the paper under the roll 🤣🤣 when we had cats they couldn't unroll the roll that way. I regret white grout, I would go grey grout next time. I must confess I killed my snake plant LOL. Enjoyed the video Bobbie!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh no!!! I’m not off the hook then with my snake plant!! Yikes!

[@ratgirl13]

Most people are going to get triggered by this video-not me, but others if you read the comments-I found this video amusing.

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

All true! I have a love/hate relationship with my plants! 😂 They're beautiful and I love the atmosphere they create, and I really don't mind watering and taking care of them... until something goes wrong. I've been battling scale on my snake plant for MONTHS and have spent HOURS doing so. It must have floated in through the window screen it's in front of because my houseplants never go outside. I'm surprised these practically microscopic bugs haven't taken over the world with how hearty they are! 🤣 I swear to God I may have to rid my house of all plants if any of my other plants get infected with them, which I would hate to do! 😢 I don’t have the time and energy to deal with them on more than one plant. SO agree with anything black... shows the dust 2.4 seconds after you've dusted! 🤣 Good call on not getting windows trimmed in black for that very reason! True that pets are a lot of upkeep... my doggie is the reason of most of the mess in my house (well, along with my husband 😅) but also the reason for so many smiles, laughter, cuddles and love, so it's worth the trade off for me. Same with the husband... 🤣😂🤣

[@MindfulMidlife]

LOL! Ok, I've never heard of scale! UGH!

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

@@MindfulMidlife Be glad you've never heard of it... be very glad...!

[@cheryl1205]

Any metal surface will thaw frozen foods quickly as well.

[@julietannOsfan1972]

Great tips & ideas. I especially agree about the loo roll holder. I live alone & find it a real pain when I have to put a new loo roll on in my bathroom & loo. I detest plants & don’t have any in my house. If anyone gives me one as a present I either give it to my sister-in-law or throw it away. I hate dark furniture & only have white shelving. Can’t see the dust that way. Just curious, in the US etc why do they say tile & not tiles? There’s more than one.

[@ekr66]

I wonder why in the UK they say "He's in hospital", we say "He's in THE hospital" 😅

[@whitneycloud9419]

i don't know 'why'--it's just our plural version of tiles. I love hearing British English!

[@Nclk619]

Hahaha I have 3 green walls 2 are W12'xH9' and one w6x9'h and 5 trees, and many many other pots and a terrarium , I must have over 1000 plants, I never counted and I never will. I do not have any decor, not even picture frames. My house is very easy to clean despite the size, all concrete floors, no area rugs, only in the living room, curtains only in the bedrooms... I like it very very simple, but I loooove the plants and the dogs, and you're right, they are a lot of work but totally worth it.

[@LisaApril]

You can buy the little sticks that are Paintable on either side to make your windows look like they have those lines in them like leaded windows. Besides, what's a husband for if you can't help you with your design inspirations?

[@createone100]

I love everything you say in this video! Bravo! But I have two dogs and a cat and my world revolves around them 😃.

[@MindfulMidlife]

They are part of your family! 💕

[@pajamamama5965]

I have 3 cats and they do make messes! One is a trouble Maker for sure LOL But I adore them they are my babies, and I have 3 teens. And my girls have hamsters. They are definitely worth the work and the mess. My heart breaks when I think of them getting old and passing. I keep a lint roller in my car to get the hair off my clothes before I go somewhere.

[@MindfulMidlife]

We had a cat that just got too old that my kids grew-up with (Noel). It was the HARDEST day to have to put her down. I dread that day with our sweet Mia!

[@somethingfromk6816]

Replace the ladder with art to cover the holes ;)

[@callicordova4066]

My next house will have NO CARPET and NO GROUT.

[@lovepilie]

Don't regret black casing. I have them and I hate them. They bring so much contrast that they make the room feel smaller, and none of my colors pair with black. I am even thinking of painting them XD

[@bellati2006]

I personally don't care about trends or what is current. If I like it, I keep it. Like the shiplap. Thanks for the video. You had some good points. Tootles.

[@margaretmason6166]

Lol, I was gonna ask you " Did Mia hear this blasphemy??" You might get a pappity pap for that! Thanks for a great video!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Haha! Blasphemy!!!! 😂

[@timhazeltine3256]

Not clear why a bit of dust or diorder is so stressful. Perhaps it reminds some people that life and our future is never completely under our control.

[@lisaharr1477]

I have an TP holder like yours and I love it ! (If you can love a TP holder ) !!! I also think animals are worth everything, the mess, the cost, everything !! I just can’t imagine a life without a pet ! I also don’t buy trendy decor because I am just too lazy to change the decor out ! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MindfulMidlife]

Love of a TP holder is REAL! 😂

[@lisaharr1477]

@@MindfulMidlife I hear ya !! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jlkitz1775]

I never care about what trends are - that's why they're "trends" - they're temporary 😊. I shop for what I like in my home, decor & clothes, etc.,

[@sharonw4541]

Loved your decision fatigue visual!😂

[@Joce123]

I donated 11 pieces of furniture. I no longer have a dresser. I use a coat tree with a tote for socks etc....I got rid of my couch because I happened to visit 3 unrelated friends .They surprised me by only having recliners. Simple is better

[@michelewhitewolf9856]

Don't get me going on pets, this was the killer of this video for me. I am a living being and the small amount of inconvenience I need to put up with having my cats is more than compensated by their company and love shared between us. I agree on wall to wall , carpets. Bad idea.

[@sophiek3292]

I almost clicked out of the video on the 'don't have pets in your home' quote.

[@joycehein1009]

I love black cats. 🐈‍⬛ adopt !

[@cloisterene]

I whine about dust all day, every day (vacuuming and dusting are my two least favorite chores); so really appreciate knowing I'm not alone in my misery.

[@karolinaska6836]

I never understood tissue boxes. Between cloth handkerchiefs, tp, and fingers and running water (eww i know but frugal), there's never been a need for tissues.

[@whitneycloud9419]

I have bad allergies and super-sensitive skin, and kleenex is softer on my skin than hankies. But I need to wash some of mine so I can use them when I can.

[@charlotteryner6583]

I understand how dirt, sand, even hair can get through carpet fibers and underneath the carpet is filthy. What I don't understand is how spare change got under the carpet?😅

[@cloisterene]

When I was young I adored houseplants and had a lot of them. I'm over it now, there are enough plants outside for me to enjoy. I think it's that maternal extinct that makes us need something to take care of.

[@NRob0]

Running an air purifier cuts down on how much you have to dust.

[@debbienapier1698]

Love love your videos!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you Debbie! 💕

[@apples_and_orchards3205]

Ha ha! Ya got me at first on the pets! ❤

[@MindfulMidlife]

Haha, I'd get so much hate if I told someone to not have any pets! We love our kitty and I grew up with German Shepherds! They are a complete necessity!

[@LucianaVIP1]

I was about to cry and unfollow her. Pets are angels, our treasure, innocente and defenseless. Phew!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh my goodness! I didn't consider anyone unfollowing before they even watched! Yes, pets are angels and soooo worth any complication they add to our lives! @@LucianaVIP1

[@mariamartins554]

​​​@@LucianaVIP1 I agree. I was about to unsubscribe so fast. Phew! is right.Lol.

[@apples_and_orchards3205]

@@MindfulMidlife They absolutely are 🥰❤️

[@Unexpected.Ancient.Bear.]

Black furniture hack: use dryer sheets like Bounce instead of dusters or cloths. They reduce static meaning all those little particles (like dust but not just dust) won't stick. DON'T do this on floors. PLEASE.

[@sgullion7753]

Try painting your 1/2 ladder black and see if you like it better until you are ready to re-do your bathroom.

[@helpfulnhappy]

Your hair is gorgeous!