Now I see how the sometimes seemingly meaningless tasks, chores, and simple moments have the most purpose, meaning, and impact on me and my family! And that’s just a snippet of the things I have learned so far. So thank you, again, a million times over, for your compassion and all that you have given me!

I decluttered my house Allie style last September and now I’m doing a whole second round! It’s so amazing that A) I don’t miss a single thing we got rid of B) I’m ready to let go of so much more!

I wanted to share an amazing thing with you. My mindset has been rubbing off on my daughter without even talking to her about it a lot. The other day I went into her room and she was purging her clothes (on her own). I asked her what she was doing and she said “I just feel like I have too many choices and it would be easier to dress in the mornings if I got rid of some of my clothes.” Thank you!!!

I have been caught up on laundry since starting Allie’s challenge in January. This is the first time in my life I haven’t had a laundry mountain! I was curiously optimistic, but nervous that it would inevitably return. I had my first big test this weekend. We returned from vacation Friday night. Between a week’s worth of laundry for five people and some bedding and it was down right depressing. I am thrilled to report that as of this afternoon, I am caught back up. I think this may stick for real!!

I know that this way of life is so much better for our family. I feel like that was proven today. I feel like waking up on a Monday morning with a clean kitchen, dining, family room will start our homeschooling day/week off right. Also, I do not know the last time, this home with 8 people, has had our week start with an empty laundry room. Keep it up ladies, it is SO worth it.

I even feel more confident in my mumming since I can take care of tasks, be a good example, and NOT feel that heavy weight on my shoulders that clutter brings. I still have a lot of stuff to go through (an artist’s craft closet is the ultimate challenge), purge and organize, but I have been working on a little bit each day. Every time I fill a bag of trash to donate, I get such a proud feeling that motivates me to continue to the next spot. Thank you so much for living your purpose by helping us moms tackle the biggest hurdles to clear the way for a life full of purpose and presence