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Simple Living

Our journey toward minimalism, intentional choices, and living with less. Stories about downsizing, choosing experiences over things, and finding contentment in simplicity.
May
04
Vibrant pollinator garden with yellow, purple, and red flowers surrounding a hand-painted sign that reads 'Please NO TRESPEEING On Plants'.

Your Story Might Be Someone's Spark - Midlifehood Edition | Week 17 Post-layoff

While waiting for our house to sell, I discovered our journey inspired a neighbor to stop waiting for 'someday' and pursue her own dream.
4 min read
Apr
27
An orange construction detour sign with black text and arrow, showing weathered edges and scratches, symbolizing unexpected changes in plans.

Pumping the Brakes: Embracing the Detour - Midlifehood Edition | Week 16 Post-layoff

When our buyer backed out unexpectedly, we learned valuable lessons about living now instead of waiting for "someday." Week 16 of our midlife reinvention journey.
7 min read
Apr
20
Exterior view of a small gray tiny home with covered porch, white door, windows, and stairs leading to the entrance, surrounded by trees.

Life Hits Fast-Forward (Again!) - Midlifehood Edition | Week 15 Post-layoff

A full-price offer after just two showings! Our third experience with life suddenly hitting fast-forward on our journey toward tiny living.
6 min read
Apr
13
Serene wooded setting at the tiny home community with tall trees creating a natural pathway leading toward a glimpse of lake and gathering area, symbolizing the transition between worlds.

Between Worlds - Midlifehood Edition | Week 14 Post-layoff

Finding peace in the in-between as our house hits the market and we experience our future tiny home community for the first time. Week 14 of our midlife reinvention.
7 min read
Apr
06
Vibrant orange and pink sunset sky over backyard with colorful Adirondack chairs and small shed, creating a peaceful outdoor living space.

Navigating by Flashlight - Midlifehood Edition | Week 13 Post-layoff

Navigating midlife reinvention with just a flashlight in the dark: Week 13 explores embracing uncertainty while keeping our destination clear despite the path.
7 min read
Mar
30
Cork board vision board with photos and words including "Freedom," "Millionaire," "Adventure Awaits," "Health," "Happiness," and "Balancing Work & Play" representing life aspirations.

Dare to Dream Big - Midlifehood Edition | Week 12 Post-layoff

After midlife job loss, discovering how to live on offense rather than defense creates space for dreams you're afraid to speak aloud. Week 12 of our journey.
8 min read
Mar
23
Close-up of bamboo stalks showing a mix of green stems and dried leaves with sunlight filtering through the dense growth.

Finding Space for Possibilities - Midlifehood Edition | Week 11 Post-layoff

Discover how creating space after job loss opens possibilities for midlife reinvention, from growing a business to preparing for tiny house living and intentional travel.
5 min read
Mar
16
Colorful spring flowers in planters including purple cineraria, white dianthus, and yellow calendula arranged on a decorative tiled garden surface.

The American Dream -Midlifehood Edition | Week 10 Post-layoff

Ten weeks post-layoff, we're discovering what the American Dream and wealth mean for us now - less about a specific goal and more about enjoying the journey.
5 min read
Mar
09
Half-stained backyard fence awaiting completion - a spring maintenance project we're ready to trade for adventures.

More Than Bills and Maintenance | Week 9 Post-layoff

Questioning the rhythm of home maintenance vs. adventure as we navigate tiny house plans, DIY fixes, and redefining what 'enough' means in our post-layoff journey.
6 min read
Mar
02
Blue tiny house with wooden deck surrounded by trees in a peaceful community

Revisiting Our Freedom Number | Week 8 Post-layoff

Realizing our home may be the barrier to "living full, working less." How simplifying our foundation could fundamentally reset our freedom equation.
5 min read