With a three-day-weekend declared by our university, my family is tying on the sneakers, pulling out the garbage bags, and doing some major organization. Perhaps it’s a far fetched wish, but I dream of a home that is cheerful and orderly like a kindergarten classroom. I want our life to be simple and tidy. Too much to ask? We’ll see.

I’ll be away from the blog until Monday with the hope of dedicating myself to Mission Simplify. I’ll return with a report on the soup making and bread baking that is scheduled for Saturday. I’ll leave you with one picture of our steps toward organization and simplicity.