homemaking — Taking Route

Floor Drains, Finger Crinkles, and Other House Management Essentials | Episode 04

Where are all our housekeeping fans? {crickets, crickets}

Okay, so house cleaning and home management might not top our list of fun pastimes, but they are a necessary part of this overseas life. Whether you keep a sparkling clean house, or you fall into the “God bless this mess” camp, this episode is for you. Our friend, Sharon, joined us to talk all about our home management personalities, household help, and fun tips for keeping up with the demands of life in a busy home. And what house management discussion wouldn't be complete without talking about finger crinkles and floor drains?

Podcast, Home & Hospitality, New ExpatTaking Route EditorsFebruary 24, 2021homemaking, house helpComment

Four Simple Ways to Make Your Home Abroad Cozy and Tidy

When we moved overseas, I had the unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to start over with my home decor, and I didn't want to squander it. I had a vision for a home that would help us breathe, make others feel welcome, and inspire me to do more of what I wanted and needed to do -- like be creative and hospitable, rather than stare at my phone, procrastinate, and mope. My goal was to strike a balance between minimal, for sanity’s sake, and showing off all the stuff I love, for joy and beauty.

Home & HospitalityRosalie DuryeeMarch 21, 2019expat home, home, homemaking, moving abroad, This Global Home Comments