Confession time: I have credit card debt. Part of me has been putting off publishing this post until I’ve fully finished paying off my debt. I think it’s the perfectionist in me who wants to say, “I’m debt-free and this is how I did it!”, while having everything wrapped up in a pretty box with a neat little bow.

But the perfect time very rarely, if ever, rolls around. So instead, I’m here to say,

I’m on my debt-free journey.

I’ve paid off $20,000 of debt in 6 months. Happy dance! As with all things in life, paying off debt isn’t about doing things perfectly, but there’s value to be found in showing up perfectly imperfect. And it’s always more fun to have friends along on the journey, so thank you so much for being there for me.

Spring is finally here! And if you’re anything like me, you love a good spring cleaning at this time of year.

There’s just something about putting away items that have been scattered around the house for too long, placing winter items into storage, and giving everything a deep clean. Doing this brings a sense of new life and energy into your space.

When we take care of the space we live in, everything in life feels so much better. We have more energy, we sleep better, we’re more creative, and we’re more focused.

I spent last Saturday morning spring cleaning my home, section by section. After I put on comfy clothes and some music, I got to work. I like to navigate spring cleaning by focusing on one area of my home at a time. I pick a space, concentrate all my energy on it, and then move onto the next. I also set a timer for 20-30 minutes per section so I don’t spend too much time in a single area.

Spring is one of my favorite times of year because it means that winter is behind us and summer is just around the corner. The transformation into this bright and sunny season makes it the perfect time to freshen up your home décor.

Here are 5 easy ways you can incorporate a touch of spring into your living space. Remember: you don’t have to spend a lot of money to redecorate your home. When it comes to decorating, less is more and even the smallest changes can add a fresh look to your space.