Morganize with Me

With the holidays approaching, I invited the talented Diane Boden aka - The Minimalist Mom to sit down with me and discuss how to be intentional as a parent. Specifically with gift-giving and all the "stuff" we can tend to need to manage when we have kids. You'll love her tips and tricks and you'll also want to listen to her on the Minimalist Moms Podcast. She has a great podcast full of practical tips for parents. Diane is the voice behind the top-rated podcast, the Minimalist Moms, where she spreads her ideas and interviews others in regards to living a life in the pursuit of less. Her goal is simply: think more and do with less. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

Ok, ok...this is exciting news! Neat Method has created a FULL line of amazing organizing products. And the best part is that professional organizers created these items (so they are not only functional but they are also beautiful)!!! I invited Ashley Jones Hatcher from Neat Method to share with me all about this new line and all that Neat Method has to offer. This is a top-notch company that knows what their clients need most! Consider adding some Neat Method products to your holiday wish list. These products will not only organize your home, but they will also help to add a designer look. I personally LOVE the gold magnetic labels...swoon. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

Fellow professional organizer and author, Michele Vig from Neat Little Next, joins me on this episode. We discuss her beautiful and inspirational new book and how to address the various types of clutter in our lives. Michele is the real deal and has so much to teach. I recommend this book highly (I was even an endorser!). Either add it to your gift list or give it to someone. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

Danita Janae and I sit down for a conversation on hospitality and how to give it away as a generous gift. Danita is a sweet soul with a story that will move you. I love her heart and her message. Please look around you in this season of unknown and extend your love to others. Danita and I encourage you to do so. YOU are the gift that someone needs. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

In today's episode Megan from Campus Quilt and I discuss another great gift idea, a T-shirt Quilt! THIS is the best gift idea for a student who has recently graduated or will graduate soon. It's the perfect way to keep all the memories together in a practical way. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

This new series of the podcast will be centering around all things "Gift Giving." In this episode, I welcome Sara Brown founder of Narrative Forth to join me. Sara has created the best keepsake journal for moms. (This would make the best gift!!!) I LOVE this idea and how it simplifies the memory making (and keeping) process. Not only is it absolutely beautiful, it is such a great idea to keep all the important things in one place. The Dear Mom Journal is a perpetual keepsake journal to a mother from her child in lieu of cards for Mother's Day, birthday or just because. Just imagine years of cards to mom – those baby handprints, toddler scribbles, childhood art masterpieces and teenage letters – bound together in one beautiful place. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

In this episode you'll hear me read, "Chapter One - Welcome!," from my new book (that just released!) Your Hospitality Personality. I hope you enjoy hearing the message and meaning behind the book and that you'll be encouraged to love your people even more! Secondly, I'm excited to share that you can still get the bonus gifts for Your Hospitality Personality, but just for a few more days! Go find all the info HERE. There are some amazing goodies - recipes, invitations, tips (see below)...and more! Thirdly, YOU are designed to be in community and to connect with others! Even if right now this can't look quite the same as it once did, it still is possible. And the good news is that there are hospitality opportunities all around you, so go share your gifts (and your hospitality personality). For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

Today, my husband David joins me again on the podcast. (We did a previous 3-part series on marriage and how to live MORE organized together, be sure to go check that out!) David is an Entertainer and brings a lot of lightheartedness to gatherings. We discuss how to work together as a team and how to press into each other's strengths when hosting. If you are interested in checking out my new book, Your Hospitality Personality, you may find all the information about it HERE. And don't forget to get your bonus gifts by 8/28, there are some amazing goodies... recipes, invitations, tips (see below)...and more! Thanks for tuning in and subscribing to the podcast. For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

My guest today is Terrancé Akins. I invited Terrancé to join me and to share his story. I had the pleasure of meeting Terrancé while on a trip to Nashville and our brief encounter impacted me deeply. You will be inspired by his story, his faith, and his desire to mentor others. It was incredibly touching to hear how strangers have showed him love and support. And yet, equally troubling to hear how strangers have not loved him well. Terrance' is passionate about mentoring kids and sharing resources with them. He believes in helping to change the next generation. He is using his own story to help change the stories of others. You can keep up with Terrancé on Facebook (Terrancé Akins) and Instagram and YouTube as "da Mesendja." Hospitality comes in many forms. I want to encourage you to put on your hospitality glasses and to intentionally look for ways to be hospitable. You have many circles and communities around you that need you. Look for more ways to love well. Being a positive person in someone else's life can cause a ripple effect. Be hospitable, be the change, and be the answers to someone's prayers. Counteract the negativity with positivity. Terrance' encourages you to not think that it's too small. Any form of hospitality is a gift. Lastly, my new book, Your Hospitality Personality, is now available. I hope it will encourage and inspire you to reach out to others more. YOU have so many gifts to give away. So, go get courageous and creative! For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."

Christy Lingo (aka the Business Savvy Mama) and I sit down and have a conversation about hospitality. We cover how to make it more doable and enjoyable! (Yes it's possible.) You'll want to check out Christy's new course, Independence Skills for Independent Kids. Christy shares practical tips for how to balance your home and family life. She's big on working as a team (as a family) to help your home feel a greater sense of calm. As a productivity coach she also has great tips for how to prioritize your priorities. Be sure to check out her podcast designed to help moms thrive within their parenting and businesses. Go follow Christy for continued encouragement and inspiration! She's a gem. Also, don't forget to check out my new book, Your Hospitality Personality. It will further inspire you to host and enjoy it even MORE! For all of the show notes + links click below on the "episode webpage."