The Small Town Homemaker

Hey neighbor! Today we are catching up and discussing ways to cut ourselves some slack while Homemaking! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker ideas and stories! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Sporting Kansas City Light Blue” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about when homemaking becomes (temporarily) not fun and annoying. That happened to me but listen to hear my game plan to get back at it! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Lint Bunny Grey” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about ways to spend less money when going grocery shopping! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Budget Binder Mint” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about the best scents for your home to use this springtime! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Tomato Candle Red” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about vintage recipes that shouldn't have probably existed in the first place. Sooo much gelatin, and mayonnaise. You've been warned. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's Articles: https://www.thetravel.com/worst-vintage-recipes-gross/amp/ https://www.thetravel.com/vintage-recipes-that-did-not-age-well-part-ii-because-one-wasnt-gross-enough/amp/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Clothespin Tan” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about clutter causers you can attack while spring cleaning! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's Article: https://www.bhg.com/decorating/storage/organization-basics/clutter-causing-household-items/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Spring Fever Eyes Magenta” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about the “Fly Lady Cleaning Method! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's Article: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/a31915249/fly-lady-cleaning-schedule/ Fly Lady Website: http://www.flylady.net Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Random Bruise From Cleaning the House Indigo” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about flowers that you may want to plant in your garden for beautiful bouquets fresh from your yard! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's Article: https://www.housebeautiful.com/uk/garden/plants/a38747314/cut-flower-garden/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“First Dandelion of the Season Yellow” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about grocery items that may be on the rise soon and planning ahead for our family budgets! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's Article: https://www.eatthis.com/news-grocery-price-hikes-in-2022/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Tupperware Stain Orange” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about the items in our home and life that the Hart family saves vs splurges on! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Wilted Spring Mix Purple” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing the home after illnesses take over! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Wilted Spring Mix Purple” Todays Article: https://cleaningsc.com/coronavirus-flu-how-to-clean-your-house-after-sickness/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=1050259060_48673490_350383 Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about The lovely lady Marie Kondo and introducing you to her work and educating on her “KonMari Method” for your home! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—Gold: https://www.colorpsychology.org/gold/ Marie Kondo Books: https://rstyle.me/+DgCO65v1gdqD4vr7k4ec8g https://rstyle.me/+rosWm2-dyG7CRy_R7R1P6g Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about items in your house that need to hit the road! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today's article: https://www.bhg.com/decorating/storage/organization-basics/items-to-stop-storing-now/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—Lavender: https://www.colorpsychology.org/lavender/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about getting children under the age of 10 started on everyday chores and household tasks! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—White: https://www.colorpsychology.org/white/ Childrens Cleaning Toys: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/f736wscueif Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds: https://www.rareseeds.com Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about everything we need to know to get our 2022 gardening season started right! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Today's Article: https://commonsensehome.com/start-a-garden/ Color of the Week—White: https://www.colorpsychology.org/white/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking hobbies to start in 2022! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Today's Article: https://www.bhg.com/crafts/easy/new-craft-hobby/ https://www.realsimple.com/health/mind-mood/stress/creative-hobbies-for-stress-relief Mexican Casserole recipe: https://pin.it/2sY8cKK **We add sliced black olives to the recipe** Tea towels for embroidery journal: https://rstyle.me/+snS18IoRVKkRkrLXd0Pheg Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about an article with 8 shortcuts to help boost confidence in the kitchen! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Today's Article, “8 Shortcuts and Tips to Boost Your Kitchen Confidence” by Stacey Ballis : https://www.myrecipes.com/convenience/tips-to-boost-your-cooking-entertaining-confidence Chicken and Noodles Recipe: https://pin.it/2CJdqCA **Beware it's not that healthy, but delicious** Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing an article that is supposed to shed some light on things we may be cleaning to often! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Here is the article discussed in todays episode! https://www.southernliving.com/home/organization/things-clean-too-often Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking Homemaking vs. homesteading vs prepping and where do you think you belong! Maybe all three?! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about my 10 biggest lessons or takeaways from my 2021 homemaking year! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking housekeeping vs homemaking and how to turn it around if you're resenting your role! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail or win of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking vintage skills I plan to learn or work on in 2022, ones that you might want to start adding to your routine! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Today I'll be going over an article introducing me to the topic of Swedish Death cleaning and sharing my thoughts on the practice! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Article from the episode: https://www.nbcnews.com/better/amp/ncna816511 Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today I am going to go through a list of edible “Good Neighbor” gifts to give out this year besides cookies, fudge and candies. I hope this gives you fun ideas for some homemade gifts to give out this year! I also intended on this to be short and it still ended up being 30 minutes, but oh well, hope you enjoy anyway! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Here is the link to my podcast microphone: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/f3mq2bcueif Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking tactics I use to try to keep bedrooms clean, calm and cozy environments! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are going day by day through my Christmas cleaning advent calendar! I hope this helps you get some winter deep and surfacing cleaning done before all your holiday craziness kicks in! And if you don't want to be cleaning on Christmas Day you can always start a day or two early. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Here is the link to my cleaning mop: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fzzgs9cueif Here is the link to my dish brush and soap block set I like from Etsy: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fzzgw7cueif Here is the link to my favorite sponges: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fzzgq6cueif Here is the link to the crevice brushes I like: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fzzgkecueif Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking tips and tricks to help make your thanksgiving day go a bit smoother! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking over my poll results from Instagram on how everyone celebrated their different thanksgiving dinners in Part 1! Stay tuned for Part 2 with the 15 Tips and Tricks! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about surviving cold and flu season with being a full time Homemaker! Sorry if I sound off or shaken up, I have a cold, please be kind! :) I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/message Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about prepping for Christmas and my tentative timeline for prep over the next two months starting right now! Let's pour some egg nog, play some Michael Bublé and get going on some Christmas prep! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking vintage “grandma” skills and which ones most of us can easily do, and ones that you might want to start adding to your routine! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking budgets and how to get one going for you and your family that meets your needs while not feeling restricted! Listening back I realize I say the word “umm” quite a bit so I do apologize, it's a subconscious thing I'm working on so bare with me as I try to stop doing that! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Here is the link to my budget wallet: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fuf8t2cueif Here is the link to my wallet envelopes: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fuf8sucueif Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey everyone! I hope you enjoy this episode with lot of mini topics combined, all involving the month of October! Make sure to tag me on Instagram @thesmalltownhomemaker if you celebrate any random holidays, clean all the “on top” places this month, or if you make Halloween costumes! *Also playing back the episode I think I said “giving kids to candy” instead of the other way around but I like to record once and not edit so you get the feeling of talking to a real person and not a robot, so the mistakes stay for your amusement I suppose! Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Let's discuss some ideas for fitness motivation while balancing kids and homemaking. If you're interested in the Paceline App here is my referral code: 0BVFVM . If you're interested in the glass calendar I have here is the link: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fs659xcueif . Here's to a fit rest of 2021 everyone! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Let's discuss common sneaky places we like to hoard without even realizing it! Follow along on the podcast Instagram page @thesmalltownhomemaker to stay up to date. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Hey Neighbor! This episode I go over common “mom-stereotypes” and cliches that I see on the internet, and even a dad stereotype at the end! Come visit us at the podcast page on Instagram @thesmalltownhomemaker and share your thoughts. See you next Thursday! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

10 Quick Steps to create a cozy and relaxing atmosphere at the end of your day in your home. Here is that YouTube Music Channel I listen to! https://youtube.com/c/alexrainbird --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Fall is in the air friends! Follow along as I discuss fall topics and poll answers from questions asked over on my personal page @ashleykeepsitfresh. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

Is “Fall Cleaning” a thing? “Spring Cleaning” is so why not in the fall? I go over the article “21 Cleaning Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner”. https://budgetingcouple.com/spring-cleaning-hacks/. Here is the crevice cleaner I was talking about: https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fp9m77cueif. And here is the link to my reusable “paper towels” https://rstyle.me/cz-n/fp9vthcueif --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smalltownhomemaker/support

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