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Simplify & Organize, LLC, Des Moines, IA (2026)

08/12/2026

✨ The 47th Reset ✨

August is my birthday month, and for a while now, I've viewed my birthday as the beginning of my personal new year. Usually, I would compare who I am now to who I was last year, but this year I'm taking the opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign.

In order to do that I'll be using my own ebook, "Happiness Through Simplicity: A 28-Day Path to Intentional Living" as my guide.

Over the next 28 days, I'll be taking an honest look at where I've been, evaluating where I am, and considering what I want to carry forward into this next year of my life.

No pressure to overhaul.
No rigid rules.
Just a little time and attention directed inward.

If you'd like to follow along and do your own reset, I'll put the link to the ebook in the comments. You are welcome to work through it at your own pace, and I'll be sharing my reflections along the way.

✨ What would you like to reset this month? ✨

08/03/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — The Final Check-In 💰

This challenge wasn’t about not spending money. It was about spending it intentionally. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Here’s what my spending looked like this week:
July 27th, 2026
✅ Rochelle Behrens Button Down ($6) - Another capsule wardrobe item I've been searching for. I mean... a $148.00 shirt for $6? Fuggetaboudit.
✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My consistent "fuel up" treat, and the last one for a while. I've decided this isn't something I need EVERY time I fuel up and would be more enjoyable if it was something I indulged in on occasion.
July 31st, 2026
✅ Drinks at Varsity Cinema ($31.88, includes tip) — A friend and I were going to go to a silent disco event, but the rain caused it to be cancelled, so we went to a movie instead. They bought drinks last time, so I bought this time.

Total spent this week: $42.98
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One thing that has become clear throughout this challenge is that intentional spending isn't just about the cost of something. It's also about whether a purchase fits the life you have today.

This week included finding another capsule wardrobe piece I've been looking for, making a decision to change a recurring purchase, and spending time with a friend. All of which is a great reminder that intentional spending isn't about NEVER spending money, it's about deciding what is worth spending money ON.

The goal was never to spend the least amount possible. The goal was to become more aware of where my money was going and why, and whether those choices aligned with what matters.
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Here are the overall totals from the month…

💰 Total spent: $207.80
💰 Total saved: $94.80

… and what I learned
‣ A good deal doesn't automatically mean something is the right purchase.
‣ Knowing what I already own helps me avoid unnecessary spending.
‣ Spending money on experiences, hobbies, and people I care about matters more than possessions
‣ Small habits, like my fuel-up Olipop, are worth reevaluating when I pause and ask if they still align with my priorities.

Moving forward, I want to continue:
* being more thoughtful about recurring purchases
* waiting for the right items instead of settling
* and making sure my spending supports the life I'm creating
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This challenge was about awareness, not rules.
The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

💛 Thank you to everyone who followed along, shared your own spending stories, and reflected with me throughout July.

📌 Reminder: If you completed your tracker and want to be entered into the giveaway, be sure to submit it by August 7th.

What is one thing you learned about your own spending habits this month?

07/31/2026

For many people, the garage is one of the most overwhelming spaces in their home.

For this client, it is their last pain point.

Every time they look at the garage, it brings stress, anxiety, and that familiar feeling of “I don’t even know where to begin.”

We've already completed a 6-hour organizing session, and today we’re continuing with another 6 to keep the momentum going.

Decades of accumulation will be transformed into a space that feels functional, manageable, and intentional...in just a few sessions.

Sometimes, having someone by your side can be the support you need to turn an overwhelming space into one that feels manageable again.💛

07/28/2026

Week 4 Check-In for Just Save Your Money July

For those participating...What is one purchase you decided wasn't right for you, even if it was a great deal?

07/28/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 4 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money. It’s about spending it intentionally. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Here’s what my spending looked like this week:
July 20, 2026
✅ Scone and Coffee from Horizon Line Coffee ($13 including tip) - Had a client meeting in the area, and it had been a while (last time was in May) so I decided to stop in since I was nearby.
July 23, 2026
✅ Leather Belt ($1.55) - I have a capsule wardrobe with a list of pieces I'm always on the lookout for. I've been focusing on natural fibers and quality materials, so this leather belt was exactly what I'd been hoping to find.
✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My consistent "fuel up" treat, but I have to admit...this challenge has me rethinking whether it's something I want to keep as a regular purchase.
July 26th, 2026
✅ Boxing Gloves ($4.90) and Ceramic Angel ($1.40) (Purchase rounded to $7) - I have one pair that are a hybrid style and have been wanting to get a traditional pair to play around with as well. I also like to upcycle and make weird art, and this ceramic piece was perfect for that.
✅ Liquid Death ($5.10) - It was a HOT one and I wanted to try something other than a bottle of water.
✅ Lunch at De Rice ($26 including tip)- my best friend and I had a thrifting day to see if we could find some items for her for projects she was working on and De Rice was in the area. Even though it was hot outside I ordered Tom Yum soup (one of my favorites), and we shared two appetizers.
✅ Vince long sleeve tee - another item off my capsule wardrobe list.

Here's what I wanted to buy, but didn't:
✅ Everlast Punching Bag ($??) - I've been wanting to practice boxing on a daily basis and this would have been PERFECT. However, it didn't have a tag, and the employees at Goodwill said it would be priced that night and available for purchase the next day. After thinking it through, I realized my home isn't big enough right now, and although it would've been fun to bring home, now just wasn't the right time.

Total spent this week: $74.75
Total saved this week: at least $75...which was the maximum I pre-decided I would spend on the punching bag.
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One thing that has become clear throughout this challenge is that intentional spending isn't just about the cost of something.

It's also about whether a purchase fits the life you have today.

This week included finding a few items I've been searching for, supporting local businesses, investing in hobbies that bring me joy, and spending time with my best friend. It also included walking away from something I genuinely wanted because, after thinking it through, I realized it just wasn't the right fit for my home right now.

What stood out to me is that this was my highest spending week of the challenge so far, but it was also one of the weeks where I felt the most intentional about my purchases.

And it's good reminder that intentional spending isn't measured by the lowest number. It's measured by whether our choices align with what matters to us.
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Even though money was spent, the purchases were intentional.

I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:
‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Does it fit the life I have right now?
‣ Do I have a place for it?
‣ Will I actually use it?
‣ Is this something I've been patiently looking for, or is it simply a good deal?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes.”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”

The important part isn't necessarily the answer. It’s taking the time to ask the questions first.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What is one purchase you decided wasn't right for you...even if it was a great deal?

07/28/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 4 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money. It’s about spending it intentionally. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Here’s what my spending looked like this week:
July 20, 2026
✅ Scone and Coffee from Horizon Line Coffee ($13 including tip) - Had a client meeting in the area, and it had been a while (last time was in May) so I decided to stop in since I was nearby.
July 23, 2026
✅ Leather Belt ($1.55) - I have a capsule wardrobe with a list of pieces I'm always on the lookout for. I've been focusing on natural fibers and quality materials, so this leather belt was exactly what I'd been hoping to find.
✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My consistent "fuel up" treat, but I have to admit...this challenge has me rethinking whether it's something I want to keep as a regular purchase.
July 26th, 2026
✅ Boxing Gloves ($4.90) and Ceramic Angel ($1.40) (Purchase rounded to $7) - I have one pair that are a hybrid style and have been wanting to get a traditional pair to play around with as well. I also like to upcycle and make weird art, and this ceramic piece was perfect for that.
✅ Liquid Death ($5.10) - It was a HOT one and I wanted to try something other than a bottle of water.
✅ Lunch at De Rice ($26 including tip)- my best friend and I had a thrifting day to see if we could find some items for her for projects she was working on and De Rice was in the area. Even though it was hot outside I ordered Tom Yum soup (one of my favorites), and we shared two appetizers.
✅ Vince long sleeve tee - another item off my capsule wardrobe list.

Here's what I wanted to buy, but didn't:

✅ Everlast Punching Bag ($??) - I've been wanting to practice boxing on a daily basis and this would have been PERFECT. However, it didn't have a tag, and the employees at Goodwill said it would be priced that night and available for purchase the next day. After thinking it through, I realized my home isn't big enough right now, and although it would've been fun to bring home, now just wasn't the right time.

Total spent this week: $74.75
Total saved this week: at least $75...which was the maximum I pre-decided I would spend on the punching bag.
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
One thing that has become clear throughout this challenge is that intentional spending isn't just about the cost of something.

It's also about whether a purchase fits the life you have today.

This week included finding a few items I've been searching for, supporting local businesses, investing in hobbies that bring me joy, and spending time with my best friend. It also included walking away from something I genuinely wanted because, after thinking it through, I realized it just wasn't the right fit for my home right now.

What stood out to me is that this was my highest spending week of the challenge so far, but it was also one of the weeks where I felt the most intentional about my purchases.

And it's good reminder that intentional spending isn't measured by the lowest number. It's measured by whether our choices align with what matters to us.
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Even though money was spent, the purchases were intentional.

I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:
‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Does it fit the life I have right now?
‣ Do I have a place for it?
‣ Will I actually use it?
‣ Is this something I've been patiently looking for, or is it simply a good deal?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes.”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”

The important part isn't necessarily the answer. It’s taking the time to ask the questions first.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What is one purchase you decided wasn't right for you...even if it was a great deal?

07/21/2026

I’m excited to share that Rooted Fitness members now receive a special rate on organizing services! 💛

Rooted has been such a positive part of my life. It’s a place where I’ve found encouragement, accountability, and a supportive community, and I’m grateful to bring what I do alongside so many people who are passionate about helping others become healthier, stronger, and more confident.

Being part of Rooted has reinforced something I deeply believe: the environments we surround ourselves with matter. The spaces we move through every day either add stress or create more ease, and I love helping people create homes that feel functional, intentional, and aligned with what matters most.

As a Rooted member, you can receive organizing services for $65/hour (regularly $85/hour). Whether you’re ready to declutter, create systems that work better for your everyday life, or simply make your home feel easier to manage, it would be an honor to support you.

Thank you to Hannah and everyone at Rooted Fitness. I’m grateful to be part of such a meaningful community.

If you have questions or are ready to get started, feel free to send me a message or visit my website.

(Be sure to mention you’re a Rooted member when scheduling so I can verify your membership through FitDegree.)

07/20/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 3 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money.
It’s about spending it intentionally.

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Here’s what my spending looked like this week:

July 16, 2026
✅ Hugo's Wood Fired Kitchen ($26 including tip)
A friend and I grabbed dinner before seeing The Odyssey, and we decided to share a pizza and try two of their new non-alcoholic drinks. I’m always excited to discover new options that work for me, and I never would have thought of carrot juice as a base for a "Bloody Mary". The seasonal pizza was such a fun surprise and absolutely DELICIOUS.

✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My favorite pop and my “fuel up” treat. But because of this challenge, I paused and realized I didn’t need four cans and instead grabbed two.

Total spent this week: $31.10
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One thing this challenge has reminded me of is that intentional spending doesn’t always mean spending less.

While I have bought less, I’ve also realized that some spending supports the things that matter to me.

Last week included catching up with a friend I hadn’t seen in over a month. We spent time together and enjoyed a meal, which is something I was more than happy to prioritize.

Part of intentional spending for me also means supporting people and businesses in ways that align with my values. That includes tipping well when going out to eat.

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Even though money was spent, the purchases were intentional.

I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:

‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Does it align with what matters to me?
‣ Will it add value to my day or solve a problem?
‣ Would I rather use this money somewhere else?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes.”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”

Neither answer is better than the other.
It's merely about making the decision intentionally instead of spending on autopilot.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What is something you spent money on that added value to your life?

07/13/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 2 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money.
It’s about spending it intentionally.
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Here’s what my spending looked like this week:

July 8, 2026
✅ Bamba Peanut Snacks and Protein Pancakes from Trader Joes ($5.78) - I had a lot of errands to run, (for myself and clients) and neglected to pack anything to snack on.
✅ Ollipop ($10.20) — My favorite pop and my "fuel up" treat.
✅ Ty Ling Fortune Cookies ($4.54) - My dinner meal prep for the week is all Asian and I thought it, "Why do I only get these when I'm out to eat?".
✅ Quattro Formaggi Pizza from Grimaldi's Pizzeria ($30 includes tip) - I had planned a walk with a girlfriend but it was really muggy and you could tell it was going to storm, so we grabbed dinner instead.

Here's what I wanted to buy, but didn't:

🚫 Vintage Moda International Dress ($9.90) - I love costumes and see the costume potential in just about anything. This SCREAMED prom throwback (and 1997 me was THRILLED to find it), but the fit was off and I didn't want it bad enough to pay to have it altered.
🚫 GAP Sleep Set ($9.90) - I rarely find NWT (new with tags) sleepwear in my size, so it immediately caught my eye. But the truth is I have enough pajamas. Also, the pants were 100% cotton but the top was not.

Total spent this week: $50.52
Total saved this week: $19.80

Even though money was spent, every purchase was intentional.

I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:
‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Why do I want it?
‣ Does it solve a problem?
‣ Would it support other things I already own?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”

Neither answer is better than the other.
The goal is simply to make the decision intentionally.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What was one thing you wanted but left the store without?

07/13/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 2 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money.
It’s about spending it intentionally.
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Here’s what my spending looked like this week:

July 8, 2026
✅ Bamba Peanut Snacks and Protein Pancakes from Trader Joes ($5.78) - I had a lot of errands to run, (for myself and clients) and neglected to pack anything to snack on.
✅ Ollipop ($10.20) — My favorite pop and my "fuel up" treat.
✅ Ty Ling Fortune Cookies ($4.54) - My dinner meal prep for the week is all Asian and I thought it, "Why do I only get these when I'm out to eat?".
✅ Quattro Formaggi Pizza from Grimaldi's Pizzeria ($30 includes tip) - I had planned a walk with a girlfriend but it was really muggy and you could tell it was going to storm, so we grabbed dinner instead.

Here's what I wanted to buy, but didn't:

🚫 Vintage Moda International Dress ($9.90) - I love costumes and see the costume potential in just about anything. This SCREAMED prom throwback (and 1997 me was THRILLED to find it), but the fit was off and I didn't want it bad enough to pay to have it altered.
🚫 GAP Sleep Set ($9.90) - I rarely find NWT (new with tags) sleepwear in my size, so it immediately caught my eye. But the truth is I have enough pajamas. Also, the pants were 100% cotton but the top was not.

Total spent this week: $50.52
Total saved this week: $19.80

Even though money was spent, every purchase was intentional.
I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:
‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Why do I want it?
‣ Does it solve a problem?
‣ Would it support other things I already own?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”
Neither answer is better than the other.
The goal is simply to make the decision intentionally.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What was one thing you wanted but left the store without?

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