It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
We’ve got some special sales for you this week! Target Circle Week is in full swing, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days kicked off this morning, and Walmart just launched Walmart Deals!! That’s a lot of really awesome sales from three top retailers, and we are definitely ready to shop. We’ve rounded up some highlights from each sale so you can see what’s hot right now, and then take your time browsing because there is a TON to see! Check out our sales roundup below.
Amazon
The fall sale we’ve all been waiting for! It’s prime day in October—Big Deal Days are here and we are ready to shop! See a roundup of all the best deals on the Frugal and Thriving Amazon storefront.
Shop deals under $25
Shop deals on Amazon devices
Shop buzzworthy deals
Shop deals on fall favorites
Target
Target Circle Week has begun and these are sales you don’t want to miss! From home to fashion and everything in-between, Target has got you covered.
Shop up to 50% off kitchen items
Shop up to 50% off select toys
Shop 20% off Threshold furniture
Shop up to 40% off floorcare
Shop 30% off Threshold bed and bath
Walmart
And in case those sales weren’t enough, Walmart is coming in hot with Walmart Deals!! Deals up to 50% off?? Yes, please.
Shop deals for home
Shop tech deals
Shop deals on fashion
Shop deals on toys
As the new year creeps in, the pressure to evaluate how far you’ve come this year can begin to build, and you may feel the need to make huge life changes for next year. Setting goals is awesome but it shouldn’t be stressful. If you make them attainable and follow a few simple steps, reaching your goals can be easy and even fun to do! See some of our goals we are setting for 2022 and how we plan to stick with them.
Setting Your Goals
What is it that you would like to accomplish this upcoming year? Saving for an expensive purchase? Spending more time focusing on self-care? Volunteering or donating to charity? Maybe your goal is as simple as starting every day with a smile and a little gratitude or putting your shoes away in the closet instead of leaving them laying around. No matter how big or how seemingly small, setting a goal can be intimidating! No one wants to feel like they’ve failed, but you automatically fail if you don’t even try. So, pick a goal that you know you can reasonably accomplish with a little hard work and dedication, and believe in yourself! The first (and biggest) step is having the confidence to make those changes.
One of my goals for next year is to stick with a meditation practice. Meditation has been a part of my life for years, but I’ve never done it consistently, despite all of the science behind how truly life changing it can be! My goal for 2022 is to take the time to meditate every day, whether it’s for five minutes or an hour. Zen master, here I come.
One of Kristy’s goals for 2022 is to drink more water! We all know how important it is to stay hydrated and the wonders it can do for our health, skin, digestion, energy levels, and overall mood. Yet between running a business, raising two kids (and two dogs), taking care of a home and a husband, and still finding time for herself, drinking plenty of water can easily fall through the cracks for Kristy. Next year she will be a hydrated (and happy) queen, though! One of these smart water bottles will definitely help.
Sticking to Your Goals
Okay…now you’ve got your goal all picked out and you’re feeling good and you’re excited for change. Amazing!! How can you make sure you’re doing your best to reach your goals? Follow one, two, or all of these steps below to help you accomplish your aspirations.
- Write it down – If you write your goal down somewhere you can be reminded of it daily (a post-it note on your bathroom mirror, hung up on your fridge, set on your nightstand, or on your desk calendar) you’re more likely to feel motivated to do it. Plus, it’s great to get clear about what you would really like to accomplish.
- Schedule it – Set aside a specific time for your goal. If it’s a daily workout, put it in your planner. If it’s putting aside money for something, write it down for every pay day. Making time for your goal is easier if you put it in your schedule…just like you would any other important meeting or event.
- Tell others – Telling the people you love and trust about your goals and how you plan to accomplish them can help with accountability! Make sure you’re sharing your journey with people who support you and want to see you succeed, though. They can be a great source of inspiration during those times you feel like giving up.
- Document your progress – Seeing is believing. Documenting your progress can help you look back at how far you’ve come when you feel like you’re on a hamster wheel going nowhere. It’s easy to get discouraged if you feel like you’re putting in work and seeing no results, but sometimes the results are happening right in front of our eyes, and we’re too consumed with doing more or being better that we miss how great we’re actually doing.
- Avoid striving for perfection – There will be bumps in the road along the way. That’s part of the process! Don’t get hung up on being perfect and don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day or mess up a little. Pick yourself back up and keep going. Consistency (not perfection) is key!!
- Use the proper tools – Set yourself up for success by using the proper tools. If your goal is to eat healthier, buy yourself a nice blender for smoothies or that juicer you’ve always had your eye on. If your goal is to watch less TV, grab a few new books you would like to read or some games and activities you would enjoy. You’re investing in yourself, and it’s worth every penny.
- Make it fun and find the joy – And last but certainly not least, HAVE FUN! You’re working toward a better you, and this shouldn’t feel like a chore or an obligation. Find ways to bring joy into it, or even set up a reward system for yourself! There’s nothing wrong with enjoying a little perk every now and again.
You can do this! Set your goal and get to it. There is a whole new you waiting on the other side.
Thanks for reading! What are some goals you’re setting for yourself in 2022? Let us know xo.
As the new year creeps in, the pressure to evaluate how far you’ve come this year can begin to build, and you may feel the need to make huge life changes for next year. Setting goals is awesome but it shouldn’t be stressful. If you make them attainable and follow a few simple steps, reaching your goals can be easy and even fun to do! See some of our goals we are setting for 2022 and how we plan to stick with them.
Setting Your Goals
What is it that you would like to accomplish this upcoming year? Saving for an expensive purchase? Spending more time focusing on self-care? Volunteering or donating to charity? Maybe your goal is as simple as starting every day with a smile and a little gratitude or putting your shoes away in the closet instead of leaving them laying around. No matter how big or how seemingly small, setting a goal can be intimidating! No one wants to feel like they’ve failed, but you automatically fail if you don’t even try. So, pick a goal that you know you can reasonably accomplish with a little hard work and dedication, and believe in yourself! The first (and biggest) step is having the confidence to make those changes.
One of my goals for next year is to stick with a meditation practice. Meditation has been a part of my life for years, but I’ve never done it consistently, despite all of the science behind how truly life changing it can be! My goal for 2022 is to take the time to meditate every day, whether it’s for five minutes or an hour. Zen master, here I come.
One of Kristy’s goals for 2022 is to drink more water! We all know how important it is to stay hydrated and the wonders it can do for our health, skin, digestion, energy levels, and overall mood. Yet between running a business, raising two kids (and two dogs), taking care of a home and a husband, and still finding time for herself, drinking plenty of water can easily fall through the cracks for Kristy. Next year she will be a hydrated (and happy) queen, though! One of these smart water bottles will definitely help.
Sticking to Your Goals
Okay…now you’ve got your goal all picked out and you’re feeling good and you’re excited for change. Amazing!! How can you make sure you’re doing your best to reach your goals? Follow one, two, or all of these steps below to help you accomplish your aspirations.
- Write it down – If you write your goal down somewhere you can be reminded of it daily (a post-it note on your bathroom mirror, hung up on your fridge, set on your nightstand, or on your desk calendar) you’re more likely to feel motivated to do it. Plus, it’s great to get clear about what you would really like to accomplish.
- Schedule it – Set aside a specific time for your goal. If it’s a daily workout, put it in your planner. If it’s putting aside money for something, write it down for every pay day. Making time for your goal is easier if you put it in your schedule…just like you would any other important meeting or event.
- Tell others – Telling the people you love and trust about your goals and how you plan to accomplish them can help with accountability! Make sure you’re sharing your journey with people who support you and want to see you succeed, though. They can be a great source of inspiration during those times you feel like giving up.
- Document your progress – Seeing is believing. Documenting your progress can help you look back at how far you’ve come when you feel like you’re on a hamster wheel going nowhere. It’s easy to get discouraged if you feel like you’re putting in work and seeing no results, but sometimes the results are happening right in front of our eyes, and we’re too consumed with doing more or being better that we miss how great we’re actually doing.
- Avoid striving for perfection – There will be bumps in the road along the way. That’s part of the process! Don’t get hung up on being perfect and don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day or mess up a little. Pick yourself back up and keep going. Consistency (not perfection) is key!!
- Use the proper tools – Set yourself up for success by using the proper tools. If your goal is to eat healthier, buy yourself a nice blender for smoothies or that juicer you’ve always had your eye on. If your goal is to watch less TV, grab a few new books you would like to read or some games and activities you would enjoy. You’re investing in yourself, and it’s worth every penny.
- Make it fun and find the joy – And last but certainly not least, HAVE FUN! You’re working toward a better you, and this shouldn’t feel like a chore or an obligation. Find ways to bring joy into it, or even set up a reward system for yourself! There’s nothing wrong with enjoying a little perk every now and again.
You can do this! Set your goal and get to it. There is a whole new you waiting on the other side.
Thanks for reading! What are some goals you’re setting for yourself in 2022? Let us know xo.
As the new year creeps in, the pressure to evaluate how far you’ve come this year can begin to build, and you may feel the need to make huge life changes for next year. Setting goals is awesome but it shouldn’t be stressful. If you make them attainable and follow a few simple steps, reaching your goals can be easy and even fun to do! See some of our goals we are setting for 2022 and how we plan to stick with them.
Setting Your Goals
What is it that you would like to accomplish this upcoming year? Saving for an expensive purchase? Spending more time focusing on self-care? Volunteering or donating to charity? Maybe your goal is as simple as starting every day with a smile and a little gratitude or putting your shoes away in the closet instead of leaving them laying around. No matter how big or how seemingly small, setting a goal can be intimidating! No one wants to feel like they’ve failed, but you automatically fail if you don’t even try. So, pick a goal that you know you can reasonably accomplish with a little hard work and dedication, and believe in yourself! The first (and biggest) step is having the confidence to make those changes.
One of my goals for next year is to stick with a meditation practice. Meditation has been a part of my life for years, but I’ve never done it consistently, despite all of the science behind how truly life changing it can be! My goal for 2022 is to take the time to meditate every day, whether it’s for five minutes or an hour. Zen master, here I come.
One of Kristy’s goals for 2022 is to drink more water! We all know how important it is to stay hydrated and the wonders it can do for our health, skin, digestion, energy levels, and overall mood. Yet between running a business, raising two kids (and two dogs), taking care of a home and a husband, and still finding time for herself, drinking plenty of water can easily fall through the cracks for Kristy. Next year she will be a hydrated (and happy) queen, though! One of these smart water bottles will definitely help.
Sticking to Your Goals
Okay…now you’ve got your goal all picked out and you’re feeling good and you’re excited for change. Amazing!! How can you make sure you’re doing your best to reach your goals? Follow one, two, or all of these steps below to help you accomplish your aspirations.
- Write it down – If you write your goal down somewhere you can be reminded of it daily (a post-it note on your bathroom mirror, hung up on your fridge, set on your nightstand, or on your desk calendar) you’re more likely to feel motivated to do it. Plus, it’s great to get clear about what you would really like to accomplish.
- Schedule it – Set aside a specific time for your goal. If it’s a daily workout, put it in your planner. If it’s putting aside money for something, write it down for every pay day. Making time for your goal is easier if you put it in your schedule…just like you would any other important meeting or event.
- Tell others – Telling the people you love and trust about your goals and how you plan to accomplish them can help with accountability! Make sure you’re sharing your journey with people who support you and want to see you succeed, though. They can be a great source of inspiration during those times you feel like giving up.
- Document your progress – Seeing is believing. Documenting your progress can help you look back at how far you’ve come when you feel like you’re on a hamster wheel going nowhere. It’s easy to get discouraged if you feel like you’re putting in work and seeing no results, but sometimes the results are happening right in front of our eyes, and we’re too consumed with doing more or being better that we miss how great we’re actually doing.
- Avoid striving for perfection – There will be bumps in the road along the way. That’s part of the process! Don’t get hung up on being perfect and don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day or mess up a little. Pick yourself back up and keep going. Consistency (not perfection) is key!!
- Use the proper tools – Set yourself up for success by using the proper tools. If your goal is to eat healthier, buy yourself a nice blender for smoothies or that juicer you’ve always had your eye on. If your goal is to watch less TV, grab a few new books you would like to read or some games and activities you would enjoy. You’re investing in yourself, and it’s worth every penny.
- Make it fun and find the joy – And last but certainly not least, HAVE FUN! You’re working toward a better you, and this shouldn’t feel like a chore or an obligation. Find ways to bring joy into it, or even set up a reward system for yourself! There’s nothing wrong with enjoying a little perk every now and again.
You can do this! Set your goal and get to it. There is a whole new you waiting on the other side.
Thanks for reading! What are some goals you’re setting for yourself in 2022? Let us know xo.
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