Introduction 8(6)
Part 1 Living Simply in the Real World
1 Stuff: Our Modern-Day Slave Master
14(10)
2 Simple Living: Discover a Definition that Works for you
24(12)
3 A Family Purpose Statement: Make Simple Living Personal
36(12)
4 Time is a Tool: Use it Wisely; Enjoy It Thoroughly
48(20)
5 Money is a Tool: Steward it Well
68(14)
6 A Gathering Place: Create a Home Management Notebook
82(14)
7 Savor the Little Things: Rewards of Simple Living
96(8)
8 A Home That Works: Create Your Family's Haven for a Simple Life
104(14)
Part 2 Ten Days to a Simpler, More Organized Home
9 Day 1: A Fresh Start, a New Direction
118(10)
10 Days 2 & 3: The Living Room
128(12)
11 Days 4 & 5: The Kitchen
140(16)
12 Day 6: The Bathrooms
156(14)
13 Days 7 & 8: The Kids' Rooms
170(16)
14 Day 9: The Master Bedroom
186(14)
15 Day 10: Entryways and Coat Closet
200(10)
16 Simple Living: A Journey, Not a Destination
210(4)
Appendices
A Recipes
214(8)
B Inventory Templates
222(3)
C Home Management Notebook Templates
225(11)
D Choices for a Simpler Life
236(9)
Resources 245(7)
Index 252