Guest Author - Jennifer Minekheim

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In the busy fast-paced world we live in, it is sometimes difficult to slow down and enjoy our families, friends and other people or possessions we have been blessed with. The Living Simply site on BellaOnline.com is here to give you tips to help you clear the mental and physical clutter from your life that can keep you from enjoying life’s simple pleasures.

I will pass along to you tips on organization, stress-free party planning, travel, recreation and anything else I can find to help simplify your home and family life. While I am by no means an expert on environmental issues, I will also focus on ideas that are beneficial to the environment as well as helpful to you, such as articles on alternate uses for common household items, how to sell or donate items you no longer need, etc.

It is also important to learn how to relax and de-stress in the life you’re living now. We can’t always fix the issues that complicate our life immediately, so I will share ideas on how to cope and find pleasure in small blessings even when your life feels out of control. I will offer reviews on books and products that help you move towards the Living Simply lifestyle.

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