Comments on: Simplicity | Gratitude | Creativity | Freedom

By: hymnsandhome

hymnsandhome — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 18:29:55 +0000

In reply to Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries. Thank you, Kristin, that is so right. And yes, haha, I’m selling some extras in my shop

By: Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries

Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 05:18:08 +0000

I have become more minimalistic over the years as I make more room for toys, etc. 😉 Plus, I don’t have a lot of storage space! Your reminders are so relevant to many areas of life. When we get our perspective focused on the wrong things (even if they are not necessarily bad things) it’s easy for everything to spin out of control. Isn’t it wonderful that the Lord draws us back to Himself? He is merciful. Maybe you can sell some of those extra things in your Etsy shop too!

By: Cozy Fall Tablescape

Cozy Fall Tablescape — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 20:05:53 +0000

[…] After last year, which was full of over-buying and over-spending, I promised myself that this year I would use as much of what I already had as possible. In fact, my previous blog post was dedicated to this subject – click here to read more about my change in spending habits and perspective. […]

By: hymnsandhome

hymnsandhome — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 01:45:59 +0000

In reply to Robin Christmas. Thank you so much for reading, Robin! I’m so glad you found it meaningful - it’s the reason I went through with publishing it!

By: hymnsandhome

hymnsandhome — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 01:43:42 +0000

In reply to Tracey. Thank you so much, Tracey! Indeed, this year has brought both hardship and growth!

By: hymnsandhome

hymnsandhome — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 01:41:56 +0000

In reply to Anne. Thank you so much for your kind comment, Anne! I will admit I was slightly hesitant to push the publish button on this one, but if it helps even one person or brings more awareness then it’s worth it!

By: Tracey

Tracey — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 01:23:43 +0000

What a wonderful post Melissa! This year has forced everyone to step back and look at our priorities! Even and empty nester like me needed to do this as well! Blessings xo

By: Robin Christmas

Robin Christmas — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 00:42:14 +0000

This is an amazing post! One that I definitely needed to read!!!! Thank you for being so open about this issue! Sometimes I buy something out of boredom, or to get my mind off of Covid, etc. Only to find that fun only lasts a few hours…. I really appreciate your post! Thank you!!!

By: Anne

Anne — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 00:00:32 +0000

Thank you for sharing this personal journey. It’s so important that mental health be treated the same as physical health in our society. I’m so happy you’re in a better place now. It’s so kind, generous and thoughtful of you to share your experience!