Home Space and Reason

Join me in talking with Kevin, owner of a historic home in Oregon City, Oregon called Ainsworth House & Gardens. If you are considering buying a historic home, what are some things I should know? JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ My Website &amp...

Radon is a tasteless, odorless, invisible gas found in every home. This radioactive gas is produced by the breakdown of uranium in the earth's crust. It's the #1 cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the #2 cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Radon seeps into your living space through holes and cracks in your home’s foundation. Unseen, unheard, and unknown without proper testing. Hear from exp...

Mental load is the invisible labor involved in managing a household and family, beyond simply the physical chores like cleaning and cooking. Let's look at what automation may be able to assist with to cut back on what you have in your head. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your...

Part of enjoying your home is enjoying the people in it. Hosting small gatherings with 6-8 people can be small enough that everyone can participate around a table, island or fire pit.  Let's plan something low-key so gatherings can happen more often. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions...

Let’s discuss home functionality and organization in spots that might not be top of mind. If you have pets, I have a great organization idea for you. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ My Website & Blog www. SpaceAndReason.com   ~ On Instagram  ...

What do you need to hear from someone who wants nothing but the best for you?  FOLLOW: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ My Website & Blog www. SpaceAndReason.com   ~ On Instagram   ~ On Facebook   ~ My boards on Pinterest   ~ On TikTok   Sources & R...

Explore and geek out with me on all things Fireplace related. From the history of it, to Gas vs. Wood, styling the mantel, choosing the mantel and places in the world to visit that have glorious fireplaces, let’s discuss the thing many of us gather around: The forever loved fireplace. Sources & Reference———————————————- ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intention...

Let's examine the pile-up of Dishes, Pots & Pans in the kitchen and deconstruct the linchpin to find sustainable ease in future functionality. Join the ALL POSITIVE Home Space and Reason community: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.   ~ My Website & Blo...

Let's think about our morning experience. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ My Website & Blog www. SpaceAndReason.com   ~ On Instagram   ~ On Facebook   ~ My boards on Pinterest   ~ On TikTok   Sources & Reference———————————————- "Build the...

7 Questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason specifically to increase happiness in your home.  This episode includes two minutes of positive affirmations so you can just sit and take it in. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1 , I invite you to start from the beginning.  There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality...

When things get intense from the outside coming in, we need to be “Extra” in the protection of what we allow into our eyes, ears and homes.  Infuse positivity into your home when things from the outside world are starting to feel heavy. ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and yo...

Curious about Feng Shui?  Meet classically trained Feng Shui Consultant Jeannette Cieszykowski of Elemental Clarity and learn more about energy in your home. I had a full home consultation with her and let me tell you, this stuff works! Connect with Jeannette through social media on Instagram @elementalclarity , through email jeannette@elemental-clarity.com or at her website  www.elemental-clarity...

This episode is Part 1 of 2; relevant to every single homeowner. Forested or suburban, on a large lot or small, no one is immune to fire amidst global warming and its onslaught of drought combined with high winds.  This is a story about the Paradise, California fire from a firefighters' perspective with special guest Jim Broshears. This includes some steps we can take to protect our own homes and...

If you enjoy walking through homes as much as I do, you'll enjoy this special video edition home tour!  Walk through this 1964 remodel to witness some before & afters along with a relaxing stroll through their choices.  Get inspired and spend the next 15 minutes with me!   JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a th...

If you've ever had anyone pass away that is close to you, and it was left up to you to go through their things to clean, sell and handle all the details... you know this can be daunting.  The gentle act of Swedish Death Cleaning is simply a lighter way to live even if you have forty years left ahead!  It's a lovely way to frame cleaning and organizing... so you don't leave your loved ones with an...

This is a story about Rachel Weber, Digital Deputy Editor at Better Homes and Gardens, and her breast cancer journey, diagnosis, and healing.  Find out what changes she made to her home and what things she learned about functionality after a mastectomy. See Sources & Resources below for all the Better Homes and Gardens links! JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functional...

In this mini episode, we'll discuss mental automation...because part of Creating a Home that Thrives® is as much about “ease of use” as possible. Let's learn how to find something you are bad at or frustrated with and associate it with something you are good at to create a solution and a home that functions better or maybe has less clutter. . JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Ho...

If you are fortunate enough to have a garage, it is often the biggest room in your home. Some people think of a garage as a storage place to put things that are unsightly or incomplete. Sometimes things accumulate to the point that all your square footage isn’t even useful any longer. This episode features garage expert Mark Greene, host of "Cars Yeah" podcast who offers thoughts, insights and ide...

Spring brings with it tulips in many places in the world, animals coming out of hibernation and a sense of renewal is everywhere.  Even though Spring means Spring cleaning, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming and hey, while we’re at it, let’s discuss our Junk Drawers! JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter  "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that...

In this mini episode, I will talk about the conundrum of choosing flooring. Whether you are building a home, remodeling many rooms or simply updating the flooring in one room, there are many good questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason.  . If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1 , I invite you to start from the beginning.  There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my...

Walking through some condos recently with a buyer got me thinking about creativity and how you can explore the creative side of yourself at home.  Some think you have to be an artist to be creative, when in fact, that isn’t true at all.  Music and cooking, candle making, and gardening are all ways to explore creativity at home. This episode explores what it means to be creative within the walls of...

If you want to make progress in the way your home feels and functions, this is the episode for you!  Pick one room and let's get after it!  This episode is meant to be listened to as a tool for each room; posing questions about your space and your reasoning.  What room will you start with? Welcome to the BOOT CAMP FOR YOUR HOME!   If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1 , I invite you to start...

This is a parallel story about Jessica Dudley and her health and home journeys.  It’s a fascinating and educational story filled with ups and downs, wallpaper and mold, hope, and satisfaction.  Her health journey started when she was 18 years old but as a remodeler of historic homes, this is also a story about creating a home for healing. See the supporting VIDEO on YouTube . . JOIN ME: ~ Get my w...

Should you decorate your tree traditionally this year or try something unique?  What kind of live tree should you choose?  How much space do you have for your tree? This episode is all about choosing the right Christmas tree for your home and includes 8 non-traditional color ideas for decorating your tree. . KINDLY leave a REVIEW by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “W...

Change is constant and it tends to manifest nervous anticipation of what is to come. One of the best ways of coping is to focus on what is stable. This is where traditions come in. They bring meaning to our lives and give us a sense of belonging. This episode is about creating wonderful traditions NOT associated with gathering in groups.  Share photos of your traditions with me by using the #HomeS...