Why?

Simplified living has been a part of my vocabulary for three decades, from the time I was the young mother of a rapidly growing family working to make ends meet as a stay-at-home mom. My first introduction to the concept was the classic, Living More with Less. I paged through that book over and over, seeking ways to stretch the dollars we had, without ever considering the philosophical aspects of 'the simple life.'

Now I find myself not quite so young, but still mothering young children, and once again seeking to live more with less. Not just for the economic benefits that simplified living offers, but also as my contribution to sustainability.

Herein I hope to share the struggles and successes my family and I are having with intentionally opting-out of a consumer-based culture. The writing will be therapeutic for me. Maybe it'll inspire others.