So ready to trade in my wool sweaters for my linen So ready to trade in my wool sweaters for my linen sundresses all summer long! ☀️ ready for some warmer weather this week! 

Also, if you spend as much time outdoors as we do, these @blundstoneusa boots have been faithful to me all fall + winter long. Can’t wait to wear them with my dresses in the summer. #hikingmom #larissawears
Have you planted any seeds yet this season? What a Have you planted any seeds yet this season? What are you growing? 🌱 ad

This year we are growing tomatoes, cucumbers, kale, spinach, beans, radishes, and we started a few flower seeds indoors, and they're already sprouting! It's been fun seeing them make progress each day.

This past autumn, I was thinking a lot about this moment as growing our own food is something we are slowly working towards. I've been using the @Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50 all winter long to store away some recycled food scraps to use as fertilizer once we transfer these little seed babies to our raised beds. The FoodCycler takes our everyday food scraps and transforms them into nutrient-dense fertilizer! It stores easily on our counter (just 1 cubic foot) and it's equipped with a carbon filtration system to help eliminate odors. The FoodCycler is also super easy to use and extremely convenient. With our outdoorsy lifestyle, we aren't inside very much during the day, so we run our FoodCycler in the evenings, and when we wake up, we have fresh fertilizer for our garden. Right now, I keep it in stasher bags in our freezer, and now I'll have a jumpstart for both our compost bin in the new house, and for our spring garden!

Check out my stories for more info on this useful household tool for eliminating food waste! #Vitamix #VitamixFoodCycler
My baby turned three today. So many mixed emotions My baby turned three today. So many mixed emotions! As her mom, it’s rewarding to see her learn, develop, and grow, and yet it’s so difficult to watch. She will forever be the squishy, snuggly bundle that they laid on my chest three years ago around this very moment. She smiled up at me, I kid you not, on week one and has been smiling ever since. She is still the happiest little soul, and just radiates joy wherever she goes.

She is still nursing... just once a day now and she still consistently makes her way to our bed each night. She runs up to me when she sees a stranger, and reaches for help when she’s hopping from log to log. Still, she can wash her own apple, get herself dressed, and memorizes our recitations at morning time. Growing so fast and still very much a little babe, so I’m going to soak in this year as best I can. I’m so happy that God chose me to be her mommy. 💓
Which linen dress do you like best? 1, 2, or 3? Do Which linen dress do you like best? 1, 2, or 3? Do you own any linen items?

Today on my site I’m sharing four reasons to invest in a linen dress this spring/summer. I also share where I shop for my favorite linen dresses! You can view the post at the link in my bio. ✨ #larissawears
“I’ve come to appreciate the importance of the “I’ve come to appreciate the importance of the many thousands of routine moments in a mother’s life, for it is in these moments that real greatness tends to be taught and caught... it’s the way I respond to my children in everyday moments that gives me the best chance of winning their hearts. If I have integrity and patience in the small moments of life that are so important to my children, and if I approach them with a servant’s heart, then I have a far better chance of influencing them in the larger and more critical issues of life.”
-Sally Clarkson, The Mission of Motherhood.

Who else sees a noticeable difference in your home when you’re able to really focus on your kids needs, big or small? (For me that means sometimes leaving the kitchen untidy to read a book, or choosing to put off work until bedtime to work on a special art project.) 

It’s such a treasure to be with them every day and sometimes I grow weary, but reading @sally.clarkson’s words remind me that the grace and gentleness we show our children doesn’t go unnoticed. As my own children grow into toddlerhood and older babes, I find I really have to focus on this more. These small moments make such a significant impact. ✨ #lichomeschool
“A quiet and modest life brings more joy than a “A quiet and modest life brings more joy than a pursuit of success bound with constant unrest.”
-Albert Einstein 

I’ve really enjoyed the past few weeks as I’m trying NOT to do everything or be everything and instead just focusing on my family. As a type A personality, I can easily get caught in the productivity trap. Anyone else? Doing my best to only say yes to lifegiving things and choosing rest as we ease into a new season. 🌱 

Alternate caption: homemade English muffins with honey butter...name something more lifegiving! 😱 #livingincoloreats #homemade #sourdough
Getting as much wear out of my cozy winter knits a Getting as much wear out of my cozy winter knits as I can before spring hits! It was in the 60’s here last week so I had to change into a flannel for the afternoon. Which outfit would you wear? #larissawears
It’s #exploringnaturewithchildren #nestingbirds It’s #exploringnaturewithchildren #nestingbirds week! It’s no secret that we are pretty big bird fans in this household. 🐤 These little yarn birds are a project we did exactly one year ago as part of our #enwcnestingbirdsweek study. We also made this adorable little nest... The girls and I went on a walk and collected moss and twigs and other nesting items and made them into a little nest for their yarn birds with some hot glue. It was a hit and I can’t wait to do it again later today! 😍 I also included a shot of some of our favorite bird books in our own home library. Definitely worth picking up to read year after year. 😍 Do you follow exploring nature with children by @raisinglittleshoots? If not, going to link it in my stories so you can check it out! ✨
Do you seek out friends who are much older than yo Do you seek out friends who are much older than you? I’ve found myself really enjoying conversations with people who are in a completely different season of life than I am, and it’s so comforting. The other day I talked to my neighbor who is a good 30 years older than I am, she has a daughter that’s my age, and yet we chatted about things we are both extremely passionate about. We talked sourdough, cooking, meal planning, and home decor. All topics that were completely universal...and my cup was so full after. I don’t know if it’s me craving extra social interaction after this crazy year or if I’m just a total extravert, but either way, I’m going to make it a point to have more conversations with people I encounter in the future even if I don’t feel like I have the energy. 🙂

P.S. this whole foods focused, DF broccoli cheddar recipe is on the blog! Link in bio. #livingincoloreats
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Motherhood • May 26, 2020

Ten Ways to Practice Self-Care at Home

*This post is brought to you by Bose. While this was a sponsored opportunity, all content and opinions expressed here are my own.

I’ve been a stay-at-home mom for five years now. It was quite an adjustment going from working full-time to staying home with with my first baby 24/7. Five years in, I’ve had to learn how to take care of myself amidst caring for two other little ones. While I wouldn’t trade any of it, I sometimes feel myself needing to take some moments to myself. In fact, I’ve sort of become an expert on figuring out how to have little moments to myself throughout the day.

You see, I used to think that “self-care” meant heading out for a girl’s weekend or having a full-on spa day to rest and rejuvenate. However, I quickly realized that all-day spa treatments or weekend trips just aren’t realistic when you have very young children at home with you. Today, I’m sharing ten ways I’ve found to practice self-care at home. I wrote this post, not only for parents who have young children, but for those who are homebound and need a little refresher during the day. Keep reading to see the tips!

 

Ten Ways to Practice Self-Care at Home

I want to emphasize that self-care doesn’t have to be glamorous! Self-care can look like SO many things. I can personally vouch for every single thing I shared below, as they’re my go-to’s! If you read this list and don’t agree, try them out first before writing them off! I guarantee one or two of these ideas will help you feel a bit more ready to tackle the day!

 

01. Take five deep breaths with eyes closed.

Never underestimate the power of deep breathing! There is so much to be said for stillness. Sometimes when I’m feeling overwhelmed, I’ll stop myself and close my eyes. I’ll tell myself I’m going to take five deep breaths, without thinking of anything but my breathing, then I’ll inhale and then exhale as long as I can. Then repeat. Getting all that added oxygen to the brain is rejuvenating. Plus, you’ll feel more relaxed after. I guarantee it!

02. Get in a bubble bath at the end of a long day.

There’s nothing better than a warm bubble bath at the end of a long day. Light a candle. Diffuse some oils. Listen to some tunes. It will leave you in a pretty great mood. Or, if you like me, and don’t get to shower too often (hello, mom life!) then just shower instead. You’ll feel like a whole different person!

 

03. Take a walk around the neighborhood with your favorite podcasts or audiobook.

Audiobooks are my new favorite thing. I like to have a tangible book I’m reading by my nightstand and listen to audiobooks the rest of the time. Right now, I’m loving, How Children Learn by John Holt!

The Bose Noise Canceling Headphones pictured above are the ones I use for most of these self-care ideas that require music or audio. Mainly because they’re wireless bluetooth headphones that allow me to move around freely without being tied to my phone. I love that they have a battery life of up to 20 hours so I only have to charge them every couple of days. You can read more about them here!

       

 

04. Turn up the music and clean your house.

Wait. Cleaning can be self-care? Yep! I read somewhere that the mind mirrors the environment. If I am feeling all over the place, my house usually looks like a mess too. Before making my to-do list to clear my mind, picking up my house helps me get in a better head space! Once the house is tidy, I feel like I can breathe again.

As for my normal cleaning schedule, I like to turn up some music and clean during nap time. I clean my bathrooms on Tuesdays, and it’s truly something I look forward to each week. I even have a special “cleaning” playlist I listen to!

05. Call and chat with a close friend or family member.

This one is really important. I don’t have a lot of time to talk with family, but the time I do get is so precious. I always get off of a phone call feeling glad I did it. If you need some encouragement or interaction, pick up that phone and call a family member or close friend! You won’t regret it!

06. Rewatch a favorite old movie.

This is how my husband practices self-care. He loves movies. Watching old movies he loved years ago makes him feel all warm and fuzzy. He likes to use my Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones for this because the sound is pretty incredible. Plus, my girls go to sleep at 7:00 PM, so he is able to have the sound up really loud without disturbing any of the sleeping members of our household.

My husband really loves technology, so when he learned you can update the headphones with new software as time goes on to get new features or functions, he was pretty excited.

07. Spend time in nature.

Being outside is always my go-to. It’s something I can do with my kids. It helps me feel connected to them. We love to go on long walks or bike rides, and we love hiking too. Anything that gets us breathing that fresh air. So good for the soul!

08. Read a new (or old) book.

Reading is something I did so much as a child and even when I was in college. However, after I became a mom, I got busy and stopped reading for pleasure. Actually, I stopped reading, period. Since I decided to start back up, I find that 5-10 minutes reading a book here and there has been so wonderful. It leaves me with a sense of accomplishment as I work towards reading the full novel.

09. Drink your coffee while sitting down.

I used to drink my coffee while making breakfast, or while I folded the laundry, but now I sit and do nothing but sip my coffee. Sometimes I’ll talk to my girls, or watch them play, or even pick up a book. But drinking my coffee with no interruptions is absolutely a form of self-care. Especially for parents! Try it out!

10. Reflect with a journal.

Lastly, this one is a really important one. If you have time, try to write in a journal every couple of days. Reflecting on what you’re feeling or what’s going on in your life is an integral part of emotional health. I started keeping a gratitude journal where I commit myself to just one sentence when I’m writing in it. This makes it low pressure but attainable! I don’t write in it every day, but I do most days. I keep it next to my bed.

 

 

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The Bose Noise Canceling Headphones have a 90 day risk-free trial with free standard shipping and free return shipping, if needed! Full transparency though, my husband works remotely, so he is on calls every day in our home (while our two young children around the house too), and he steals these headphones every chance he gets because he loves the 11 levels of controllable noise cancelling. What do you think? Should I gift them to him for Father’s Day?

If you’re a frontline worker, Bose currently has a special offer for you! You can read more about that here.

 

 

I really hope this blog post on ten ways to practice self-care at home was helpful to you! Thank you so much for reading!

 

 

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So ready to trade in my wool sweaters for my linen So ready to trade in my wool sweaters for my linen sundresses all summer long! ☀️ ready for some warmer weather this week! 

Also, if you spend as much time outdoors as we do, these @blundstoneusa boots have been faithful to me all fall + winter long. Can’t wait to wear them with my dresses in the summer. #hikingmom #larissawears
Have you planted any seeds yet this season? What a Have you planted any seeds yet this season? What are you growing? 🌱 ad

This year we are growing tomatoes, cucumbers, kale, spinach, beans, radishes, and we started a few flower seeds indoors, and they're already sprouting! It's been fun seeing them make progress each day.

This past autumn, I was thinking a lot about this moment as growing our own food is something we are slowly working towards. I've been using the @Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50 all winter long to store away some recycled food scraps to use as fertilizer once we transfer these little seed babies to our raised beds. The FoodCycler takes our everyday food scraps and transforms them into nutrient-dense fertilizer! It stores easily on our counter (just 1 cubic foot) and it's equipped with a carbon filtration system to help eliminate odors. The FoodCycler is also super easy to use and extremely convenient. With our outdoorsy lifestyle, we aren't inside very much during the day, so we run our FoodCycler in the evenings, and when we wake up, we have fresh fertilizer for our garden. Right now, I keep it in stasher bags in our freezer, and now I'll have a jumpstart for both our compost bin in the new house, and for our spring garden!

Check out my stories for more info on this useful household tool for eliminating food waste! #Vitamix #VitamixFoodCycler
My baby turned three today. So many mixed emotions My baby turned three today. So many mixed emotions! As her mom, it’s rewarding to see her learn, develop, and grow, and yet it’s so difficult to watch. She will forever be the squishy, snuggly bundle that they laid on my chest three years ago around this very moment. She smiled up at me, I kid you not, on week one and has been smiling ever since. She is still the happiest little soul, and just radiates joy wherever she goes.

She is still nursing... just once a day now and she still consistently makes her way to our bed each night. She runs up to me when she sees a stranger, and reaches for help when she’s hopping from log to log. Still, she can wash her own apple, get herself dressed, and memorizes our recitations at morning time. Growing so fast and still very much a little babe, so I’m going to soak in this year as best I can. I’m so happy that God chose me to be her mommy. 💓
Which linen dress do you like best? 1, 2, or 3? Do Which linen dress do you like best? 1, 2, or 3? Do you own any linen items?

Today on my site I’m sharing four reasons to invest in a linen dress this spring/summer. I also share where I shop for my favorite linen dresses! You can view the post at the link in my bio. ✨ #larissawears
“I’ve come to appreciate the importance of the “I’ve come to appreciate the importance of the many thousands of routine moments in a mother’s life, for it is in these moments that real greatness tends to be taught and caught... it’s the way I respond to my children in everyday moments that gives me the best chance of winning their hearts. If I have integrity and patience in the small moments of life that are so important to my children, and if I approach them with a servant’s heart, then I have a far better chance of influencing them in the larger and more critical issues of life.”
-Sally Clarkson, The Mission of Motherhood.

Who else sees a noticeable difference in your home when you’re able to really focus on your kids needs, big or small? (For me that means sometimes leaving the kitchen untidy to read a book, or choosing to put off work until bedtime to work on a special art project.) 

It’s such a treasure to be with them every day and sometimes I grow weary, but reading @sally.clarkson’s words remind me that the grace and gentleness we show our children doesn’t go unnoticed. As my own children grow into toddlerhood and older babes, I find I really have to focus on this more. These small moments make such a significant impact. ✨ #lichomeschool
“A quiet and modest life brings more joy than a “A quiet and modest life brings more joy than a pursuit of success bound with constant unrest.”
-Albert Einstein 

I’ve really enjoyed the past few weeks as I’m trying NOT to do everything or be everything and instead just focusing on my family. As a type A personality, I can easily get caught in the productivity trap. Anyone else? Doing my best to only say yes to lifegiving things and choosing rest as we ease into a new season. 🌱 

Alternate caption: homemade English muffins with honey butter...name something more lifegiving! 😱 #livingincoloreats #homemade #sourdough
Getting as much wear out of my cozy winter knits a Getting as much wear out of my cozy winter knits as I can before spring hits! It was in the 60’s here last week so I had to change into a flannel for the afternoon. Which outfit would you wear? #larissawears
It’s #exploringnaturewithchildren #nestingbirds It’s #exploringnaturewithchildren #nestingbirds week! It’s no secret that we are pretty big bird fans in this household. 🐤 These little yarn birds are a project we did exactly one year ago as part of our #enwcnestingbirdsweek study. We also made this adorable little nest... The girls and I went on a walk and collected moss and twigs and other nesting items and made them into a little nest for their yarn birds with some hot glue. It was a hit and I can’t wait to do it again later today! 😍 I also included a shot of some of our favorite bird books in our own home library. Definitely worth picking up to read year after year. 😍 Do you follow exploring nature with children by @raisinglittleshoots? If not, going to link it in my stories so you can check it out! ✨
Do you seek out friends who are much older than yo Do you seek out friends who are much older than you? I’ve found myself really enjoying conversations with people who are in a completely different season of life than I am, and it’s so comforting. The other day I talked to my neighbor who is a good 30 years older than I am, she has a daughter that’s my age, and yet we chatted about things we are both extremely passionate about. We talked sourdough, cooking, meal planning, and home decor. All topics that were completely universal...and my cup was so full after. I don’t know if it’s me craving extra social interaction after this crazy year or if I’m just a total extravert, but either way, I’m going to make it a point to have more conversations with people I encounter in the future even if I don’t feel like I have the energy. 🙂

P.S. this whole foods focused, DF broccoli cheddar recipe is on the blog! Link in bio. #livingincoloreats
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