In the beginning The first step to taking control of your grocery bills, meal planning, and family’s health is inventorying your fridge, freezer, and pantry cupboard. I stopped doing this for a while and started again last month. Part of this was pure exhaustion, just looking at the task of emptying a full freezer.This may […]

A clean kitchen sets the tone for a harmonious home. By incorporating these daily cleaning practices, you not only maintain a hygienic environment but also create a space that fosters well-being.

Introduction: In budget-friendly household management and efficient meal planning, the often-overlooked hero is your kitchen cupboard and freezer. By maintaining control over these essential spaces, not only do you save money you also streamline your grocery shopping process. Let’s delve into the importance of kitchen inventory and how it can revolutionize how you approach your […]

Every month there are some things that you can deep clean in your home. There are also household cleanings that are done quarterly, twice a year or annually. Here are three things to deep clean for this month.

Reverse meal planning? We have all heard about meal planning, but what is reverse meal planning? It is a great way to save time and money and keep your family fed at the end of the month. Covid has affected all our lives in one way or another. Many people have either lost their jobs […]

What does your entrance way look like? When you arrive home after a long day, is it difficult to get in through the front door? I don’t only mean physically, I am talking emotionally as well! Can you make an entrance? When it’s time to go, can you just pick up and go or do […]

A laundry room is often an afterthought in our homes. I recently read an article that stated ‘If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the laundry room is the kidneys’.https://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/g16829311/small-laundry-room-ideas/ Kidneys play a vital role in our health and well being. Having a place in your home, that is organized and clean to […]

One of my least favourite household chores is dealing with the dirty washing, I hate laundry. I used to feel overwhelmed by the piles of dirty washing. Then I would feel even more overwhelmed by the mounds of clothes that had to be sorted, ironed and put away. Laundry schedule A few years ago; I […]

When you have a routine to follow, you will find that your day flows much more easily. Mornings are often rushed and stressful, so have a simple routine that everyone knows and can follow. This will make getting everyone up, dressed, fed and out the house on time that much more doable. Did you have […]

Back to School At the end of every year, we are given a list of stationery and textbooks that you will need for the next grade. As your child gets older and moves up to the next grade, you will notice the stationery requirements cost less, but the textbooks cost more! http://kasheringyourlife.co.za/its-back-to-school-time-are-you-ready/ It took me about […]