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Home Sweeter Home: Creating a Haven of Simplicity and Spirit (Sweet Simplicity, Book 1)

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As a stay-at-home mom I lead a pretty busy life in my house. Everyday I deal with the clutter and the stress of raising my child and helping my husband get out the door each morning for work. This book helped me get a real perspective on life. It comforted me and inspired me to get a hold on the activities in my household. I actually began to look at our lifestyle and clutter-filled house in a whole new light. It is a wonderful book that will put a smile on your face, give you a feeling of peace, and also give you practical helpful advice. I enjoyed it very, very much!!! :-)

I thought the book was enjoyable to read and has some good suggestions on ways we can treat ourselves better and slow down our lives. A wide variety of topics is covered and references to further reading are noted if there is one area that is of interest (journaling, altars...). The book has good ideas for creating special places within our homes for us and everyone else to feel comfortable and relaxed.

I'm actually the author's neice, so I read the book when it first came out in 1996. However, I got married a year ago and reached for the book again to get inspiration for turning my new 'house' into a 'home'. This book is fun and easy to read and it is full of good ideas for decorating, living, and developing family traditions. I would recommend it as a wedding gift, a housewarming gift, or just a 'feel good' read. The cover is attractive and looks great on a guest room nightstand!

Be sure to check out her other works as well as her contributions in the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series!