Mystie Winckler

Mystie Winckler

Mystie, homeschooling mom of 5, shares the life lessons she's learned and the grace she's received from Christ. She is author of Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
Turns out, homemaking takes time and effort.

Turns out, homemaking takes time and effort.

This is an excerpt from the introduction to my new book, Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done, now available on Amazon! I am living the life I always wanted. I grew up the oldest of seven, homeschooled, reading Anne of Green Gables and heaps of sappy Christian

“Housework makes me mad”

“Housework makes me mad”

We look around and see the work to be done. It’s too much for us to do with the time we have available. We’ve all been there. How do we respond? Sometimes we might sigh and get on with what we can do, sad it’s not more.

The Nerve to Be Mom

The Nerve to Be Mom

Moms are leaders of their children, giving vitality to the nervous system of the family. I remember over a decade ago, I had joined a 24-hour fitness club so that I would feel obligated to exercise. One early morning I was dutifully on the treadmill and some news commentary show

Time management for new moms

Time management for new moms

Time management is hard. Books and YouTube videos abound with all manner of tips, tricks, and systems. You can make an Ideal Week with Michael Hyatt, time block with Cal Newport, or manage your calendar with David Allen. Maybe you even landed here at Simply Convivial because you came across

START WITH A BRAIN DUMP

Declutter your head. Organize your attitude.

You don't have to be overwhelmed. Use my free brain dump guide to declutter your head, then stay tuned for baby step tips on managing your home and family life well.