tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post1792140342746899165..comments2024-01-24T07:20:03.473-05:00Comments on no big dill: A Woman's GiftNo Big Dill http://www.blogger.com/profile/08414131508018685093noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-37491388873827784562013-10-03T00:48:46.040-04:002013-10-03T00:48:46.040-04:00What a beautifully written post. Doing little thin...What a beautifully written post. Doing little things with great intentions. bTW I live in So Cal but took a trip to visit my friend in Charlotte. We took a trip to Charleston and ate at the Hominy Grill!Justine/ Sew Country Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10984211018199431899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-42827491289361551512013-09-19T17:26:38.968-04:002013-09-19T17:26:38.968-04:00Sometimes we need a gentle reminder of what we sho...Sometimes we need a gentle reminder of what we should be doing and how we can improve. Sometimes we need a brick in the face. Thanks for the brick. :-) Wildblumeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14870659451137906425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-1730151814649059372013-09-08T18:42:02.536-04:002013-09-08T18:42:02.536-04:00Beautiful post. I think it's that continual ne...Beautiful post. I think it's that continual need for focusing and assessment which helps us be better human beings and allows for growth of skills, compassion and love. jeifnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13661991907559740116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-39755303540142821802013-09-03T23:58:05.528-04:002013-09-03T23:58:05.528-04:00Can't wait to check out that book! My life is ...Can't wait to check out that book! My life is feeling very out of control. Keeping things simple is one my favorite things to do but this is different. It feels like chaos of the brain, schedules, attitudes, etc. I need to shift my thinking and figure out this life of mine! (And figure out how to raise a baby with a toddler and tweens!)schoolfunhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06600598168372006552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-44633328582886596582013-08-30T23:44:50.980-04:002013-08-30T23:44:50.980-04:00It must be the switching opf gears to school... Se...It must be the switching opf gears to school... Seems many of us are experiencing the same need for simplicity and focus. I've been sorting clothes and finding what fits and making piles to giveaway and wishing I could create more clear space physically and mentally so I can think,and create!Thank you for sharing and inspiring, and best wishes for creating the space you deserve!Anneliesehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03670002900625092259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-33901063076048896722013-08-30T12:02:52.737-04:002013-08-30T12:02:52.737-04:00I suppose our home is pretty simplified, but I alw...I suppose our home is pretty simplified, but I always feel that with 8 of us bringing stuff IN constantly, it's more of an upkeep simplification than a huge purge. I get an extra boost to purge even more, though, when I read such inspiring books. I've always been extreme, one way or the other, so I continuously have to refocus to be vigilant about getting organized and streamlined. No Big Dill https://www.blogger.com/profile/08414131508018685093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-63647396856692725312013-08-30T11:58:02.442-04:002013-08-30T11:58:02.442-04:00That IS perfect. Thank you so much for sharing, E...That IS perfect. Thank you so much for sharing, Erica.No Big Dill https://www.blogger.com/profile/08414131508018685093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-13732444131474639062013-08-28T08:26:42.566-04:002013-08-28T08:26:42.566-04:00Katy, I think you might love this as much as I do....Katy, I think you might love this as much as I do.. I"ve taken this quote, added it to a family pic and posted it all over my home and office!<br />http://katiebright.blogspot.ca/2011/10/simplicity.htmlEricahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00768062305950478992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-74118041296119538852013-08-27T10:43:27.461-04:002013-08-27T10:43:27.461-04:00lovely! I think I'm in a major battle over thi...lovely! I think I'm in a major battle over this whole idea a lot of the time. Trying to do little things well, simplifying, getting rid of things. So much of life right now with a newborn, 4 year old, and 3 year old seems like a dance of survival from day to day. Just getting through it with everyone fed and somewhat clean. Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10619386385916707486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-42866380061815102312013-08-27T10:08:20.193-04:002013-08-27T10:08:20.193-04:00Ah, Katy-this is so much on my mind right now! May...Ah, Katy-this is so much on my mind right now! Maybe it's the start of school & a new season but I feel a need for change around my home as well. It is so hard because with each passing year I realize how much I am in charge of the day to day happiness of my family. And I'm not very good at this!!!<br /><br />I'd love to hear how you are putting new ideas into play - practically speaking. It's so hard to change our ways! And get everyone on board! <br /><br />Your home seems so ultra simplified, I just can't imagine you having a hard time staying organized and getting the stuff done! But I'm sure you are more like the rest of us than I imagine! ;)Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00478699781390801552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-88541579599549796142013-08-27T03:46:32.500-04:002013-08-27T03:46:32.500-04:00This is just what I needed to read (and see- love ...This is just what I needed to read (and see- love your pics) today. Thanks!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03882596439110061970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-19284141399737102242013-08-27T00:48:56.550-04:002013-08-27T00:48:56.550-04:00Ah great post, Katy. I've felt that way too r...Ah great post, Katy. I've felt that way too recently, but had this spurt of "get rid of things and simplify," actually taking donating and trashing things that have needed to go for years, and even just KNOWING our little house isn't stuffed to the gills makes me feel calmer. Room to grow. I'm sure you already did that part when you moved but it's helping me, anyway. :)<br /><br />Good luck with your simplification. I'm sure with 6 kids going in different directions it has to be hard! kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04906525676759757900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-64572309696328784752013-08-26T23:54:06.302-04:002013-08-26T23:54:06.302-04:00THANK YOU, that post was beautiful, and I needed t...THANK YOU, that post was beautiful, and I needed to be reminded to slow down and do less, while focusing on important things. ;O)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16397445444053168192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-32134200291482675452013-08-26T23:03:58.471-04:002013-08-26T23:03:58.471-04:00I love reading your posts. They are always so touc...I love reading your posts. They are always so touching. Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13992170994482479367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-40967469721952666872013-08-26T21:25:45.164-04:002013-08-26T21:25:45.164-04:00Have you read this?
http://www.amazon.com/Keeping...Have you read this?<br /><br />http://www.amazon.com/Keeping-House-Litany-Everyday-Life/dp/0787976911/ref=cm_lmf_tit_8<br /><br />I loved it, and realized that it was easier to take care of my family if I looked at it as a blessing. For example: I thank God for all the laundry I have to wash, because I have been blessed with a family to care for." I don't always remember to be thankful, but the days I do remember are glorious. <br /><br />Thanks for your book recommendation. Heading to the library first thing tomorrow to check it out!Mrs.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00235020468358646852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-12219149456007414392013-08-26T20:47:40.532-04:002013-08-26T20:47:40.532-04:00Hi Katy.
Your posts are one of the things I look f...Hi Katy.<br />Your posts are one of the things I look forward most to reading every week. I am glad to hear you are not giving it up forever :-3<br /><br />I'd recommend you add "Throw out 50 things" by Gail Blanke (http://www.amazon.com/Throw-Out-Fifty-Things-Clutter/dp/0446505781) to your list, if it's not already on. I have only skimmed it myself, but my mom read it first and loved it. This book also goes through a lot of those same things you were talking about, and even the bits I've read really resonate. <br /><br />Keep doing well. :)Meredith Kaurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01355584856533620315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-71402426876170985692013-08-26T19:09:48.287-04:002013-08-26T19:09:48.287-04:00So happy to know that you do not plan on stopping ...So happy to know that you do not plan on stopping your blog. I love reading your blog. It inspires me to look deeper into my soul as well as keeping my creative juices flowing. You touch so many lives - thanks for sharing with us!Tami Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05259239259363603198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-67952808134680356742013-08-26T17:49:43.738-04:002013-08-26T17:49:43.738-04:00It is hard for me to imagine you drudging your way...It is hard for me to imagine you drudging your way through chores when you have some beautiful family photos to share. I guess it is a little like my last baby...he cried so much that the very few times he smiled, we took a photo. When we look back at the photos it would appear as though we had a smiley baby when the exact opposite was so true. Thank-you for making a mother's life look so beautiful and worthwhile.katherine hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17314030133556269765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-91835640803221156822013-08-26T16:41:12.338-04:002013-08-26T16:41:12.338-04:00Beautifully written and perfectly timed. Thank yo...Beautifully written and perfectly timed. Thank you! So glad to see you back in this space. I always enjoy reading. I'm looking forward to ABC sewing too...except we're skipping ahead to C (or B...) with a Back to School dress for my Caroline :)Nicole Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12750539152381715669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-64992574217987316432013-08-26T16:23:39.078-04:002013-08-26T16:23:39.078-04:00And now I simply have to track down that book... I...And now I simply have to track down that book... I read a few pages (Amazon, where else?) and just want to learn everything I can from that book!<br />And, as always, your words inspire me to create and to dream big. You and I might not have the same style or personality but reading your blog always makes me want to become a better person, houseowner and christian! Thank you, for every word you write.Cascadeishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03496801727332897955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-19406655351550445372013-08-26T16:00:49.862-04:002013-08-26T16:00:49.862-04:00Beautiful words and thoughts. Thank you!Beautiful words and thoughts. Thank you!Krista Hansenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01369616752392449102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-75306338030348645112013-08-26T15:45:11.501-04:002013-08-26T15:45:11.501-04:00What an inspiring post. I've been yearning for...What an inspiring post. I've been yearning for "more of less" lately, as well. Here's to the pursuit of less!CateyGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04141490074949898417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-24801552209310147882013-08-26T15:16:33.621-04:002013-08-26T15:16:33.621-04:00Love this post as with all your posts really. Grea...Love this post as with all your posts really. Great words of wisdom. I have been thinking of things and life along similar lines. I still feel like I am grappling at what I would like life to look like around here. I don't have it all figured out but your post buoys me up and strengthens me to keep trying with more enthusiasm. :)Deliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00604718816962679886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-5433692513085749642013-08-26T14:47:47.881-04:002013-08-26T14:47:47.881-04:00Ditto Krisanne's observation.
xoxox
dadDitto Krisanne's observation.<br />xoxox<br />dadAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03340528938275841820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7162868398041347638.post-88568703449235797352013-08-26T14:44:18.348-04:002013-08-26T14:44:18.348-04:00For the last 18 months or so, I'd been wanderi...For the last 18 months or so, I'd been wandering in the haze of my unfocused days - it's a perfect storm, really. A sprinkle of postpartum depression with a major dose of disorganizaton. I do believe that God allowed this valley in my life so that I could let go of my perfectionism and allow His mercies to be felt in a greater way. What a timely blog post for this mom of four. Thanks for being a messenger of God, Katy. :)<br /><br />We moms all journey through the hills and valleys - it's wonderful to reach out and stay transparent so we can lift each other up!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07849665065526790389noreply@blogger.com