I ran across this saying in the recent past, and had to write it in my journal. "A sign of maturity is recognizing that there are many, many situations that do not require your comment." I certainly wish I had learned that a long time ago.
Just have to say all things work for good. Happened on Dana’s video it has changed my life. My husband too. I knew your spirit was like mine GOD BLESS YOU 🤗 🙏
A shout out to your Mom for sharing this process, and her progress. Excellent work! Always be open, receptive, willing to learn and listen. A great message today. Dawn & Diana, you bring me such joy, and reflections on Sunday morning. We love you.
I definitely look forward to evey Sunday. If Sunday gets busy, I definitely don't go to sleep until I see this video. I am not going to miss out on This Beautiful Blessing.
I know your mom didn’t love the fact this ended up on RUclips, but it’s super nice to see a room that looks like mine, Being cleaned. It can get over whelming. Plus seeing people with perfect pantry’s is discouraging!
Many years ago, my college roommate taught me the way her family does it. You have that person there to "help," and their job is really to just keep saying "Throw it away." It's really everything.
Last night I tidied up before bed (was so fast and easy), looked around at my pretty space with joy, and just had to give my husband a big hug and thank him for going with me on this simpler living/minimalism journey because it has changed our entire life for the better! Thank you! It all started because I stumbled upon one of your videos and got sucked in. I didn’t know what I was missing, and kept trying to buy my way to fulfillment when it turns out all I was missing was open space and peace.
Dawn and Diana, please reassure your mother her pantry video was a blessing to me and I'm sure many others! My pantry is crazy and I kept avoiding it bc I needed her video! Thank you Minimal Mom's Mom you blessed me and inspired me! 💜
As I age, I’m not less sure that I’m right, I just don’t feel the need for others to acknowledge my right-ness. I find myself caring less and less about others opinions, especially their opinion of me. If only I’d figured that out decades ago! Thank you for another great watch 😃
Recently I heard of the 18-40-60 rule: when you're 18, you think everyone is looking and judging and thinking things about you... when you're 40, you don't care what they think about you... when you're 60, you realize nobody (or hardly anybody) was thinking about you at all, lol!
I have a teenaged granddaughter who is amazing at helping me declutter. She pulls everything out, wipes off shelves, cleanss floors, then tells me what can go back and what needs to be tossed or given away. Its provided some great bonding too!!
I'm really grateful you said in both videos that your mother is an organised person although her pantry was a mess. I am too, super organised, and that's a big part of my identity but since December I've been pregnant with a lot of rough symptoms, and my home has gone from meticulous to messy! I just can't seem to keep up because I truly need a lot of rest. Hearing that there are other organised people with messy houses makes me feel a bit better about myself. It gives me hope that I'll get back on my feet as soon as I feel better. I'll start off with a declutter for sure...
The time crunch only gets worse when the baby comes! They don't sleep. Dawn has said before that organized people with too much inventory call themselves "lazy" when they see the mess build up. How would this is just a syptom of too much. Consider that you may need to downsize and simplify. Mom of a newborn doesn't ha e any more time to clean and organize than pregnant. And when baby naps, so should you! Because you'll have to be awake when baby is awake.
Oh man I just went through something very similar!! I just had my baby but I remember saying first trimester that I could do 10% of what I used to (and we're talking basic stuff like making meals, doing a few dishes, taking care of my other kids...). I had done a lot of decluttering but switched to paper plates for a time because I just needed that much rest. I had my mom come and help with dishes and clean my disgusting bathroom while I literally sat there because I just needed that much rest. Don't forget that you're doing a lot- you're growing a whole human!!!!!❤️❤️❤️ And this season won't last forever- get your rest and give yourself grace- you are doing something wonderful❤️
@@ludwigvonmiseswasright4380 Thank you! This isn't my firstborn but I really appreciate the reminder 😝 I'm (we're) somewhat of a minimalist already but without my involvement things accumulate SO quickly so Dawn and you are quite right about the "feeling lazy because of too much inventory"-part! Downsize and simplify will be my keywords for sure! 🌼
I have been helping my dad declutter his very small house. Mom passed 8 years ago and he was finally able to let go of her clothing. He is seeing the calming effect of not having clutter everywhere. Also, I totally agree with Diana-those decorative napkins are worthless! They turn to mush with one drop of water. Ugh!
@@nadalynm.3145 You loved him, not his clothes. Keep one or two special pieces and donate the rest. Dad was finally convinced to let things go when we talked about how someone less fortunate would love her high quality clothing vs, letting is sit in a closet or box wasting away.
I just did a 10 minute declutter while watching. Thank you for the positive company and the loving and godly words of encouragement. God’s way is alway love.
I use my kids as runners when we clean out a space. I like Dana’s method in theory, but if I’m honest with myself, I prefer staying in one spot and making piles-(cue kids to help run the items in piles to their proper place!)
My mom loved napkins too. She would buy extras on clearance and then give a year’s worth of seasonal/holiday napkins as wedding shower gifts. I hadn’t thought about that for a long time. Thank you for sparking the memory!
I am a Butterfly 🦋 I have to be able to see all of my things. 🙌 ✨ My stuff has to be visible and labeled to be organized. Yay practical containers (clear for me) so everything has a place and boundaries! ❤️🤗
I so appreciate people like your mom who are willing to put it all out on the line to show their "embarrassing" spaces transformed. The reality is many of us have these spaces or even homes! This process helps us to see how it really can be done and how to go about it! Thank you so much for sharing!! 😘
Lovely, ladies! I love that you were able to bless your mama in such a pleasant way ~ of COURSE she loves it! 🤗💕 And I'm always so blessed with the devotional that you tie in to the Sunday video. Thank you for taking the time to do this ~ it's very special to me & something I look forward to every Sunday! 😊♥️
The decorative napkins make a nice accent when lining a bread basket or a tray when serving. This might be a nice way to use them up-I agree that they do not absorb well. The pantry turned out great, what a blessing for your mother.
Love your videos. I hope that you and Dawn realize that it’s ok for others to share their opinions, just as you are sharing yours. It’s literally no different, just that people tend to be more tolerant of opinions that match their own.
When you're 18 you know everything, when you're 40, you're not really sure, and when you're 60, you know nothing and don't care! ...just a saying I heard
I rarely make comments on any you tube channel - but I have to add how much I love Dawn and her sister!!!! Dawn’s work has changed my home more than any book, program, podcast, that I have ever listened to or read! And I have read a multitude! (I just hit the big 50). I listen to Dawn while I am cleaning and organizing and it helps me to be motivated and to have fun. Layer by layer, I’m peeling my onion and am having fun doing it! I also love the personalities of these girls. They uplift me and make me a better person as well! Thank you thank you!
The transformation of her pantry was amazing and I totally know how she feels…when I started decluttering in my kitchen I would go back and just open the drawer that housed the plastic containers and just stare at it, thrilled that I could open and close it easily! Have a blessed week ladies! Keep sharing the light!
The container concept has helped me so much Love the modest is hottest. I really think our world needs a bit more of that. Wonderful Sunday inspiration.
"One of my favorite things about getting older is that I am less sure of how right I am about everything" Spot-on Diana!! Love you both, have a great weekend (:
After 2 weeks of putting into action all the tips and advice on your channel, today my family arrived for a birthday party after church and my mom asked if we were moving (cause there weren’t things everywhere) and my dad said he’s never seen our home so clean/decluttered! It was also so stress free to tidy the house before church in preparation for everyone showing up straight from church! Oh we also had your chicken tacos and chocolate cookie bar recipes! 😂😂
Everyone loved the chicken tacos and my kids asked for the cookie bars to be made again for dessert on Sundays from now on! Ohh and clean up was a breeze cause everything had a place to go and everything was sparkling and put away in 20 mins!
Such a beautiful prayer at the end, and as always a well needed message. Such a joy to spend a few minutes with you ladies on sunday morning! Thank you💞🙏
I am so thankful your Mom shared this experience. I love the different levels of shelves!! 💡 what a great idea!! I am so doing this. PS. Had to take a pic of this weeks verse! So timely
Thank you for the glimpse of serenity, whether in a pantry space (GREAT JOB) or from the perspective that we have a chance to hear others when we listen rather than arguing or trying to "win". The real win is to create room for serenity, and that is where I now love to be.
By the way I wanted to know that every time I feel down I go looking for your videos because they’re encouraging to help me to keep going and it’s always nice to feel like there are other people with your same values and look for the world
I came here for the organizing and was so caught off guard by the mini “sermon” for he second half. I am so totally undone right now. Every word hit me like an arrow. Thank you and God bless you both.
Watching you declutter your Mom's pantry inspired me to declutter/re-organize mine! I did it when my husband was busy elsewhere...so I could toss all the expired items 😃 Thanks so much for sharing!
Telling someone that you're praying for them could be recieved as saying that they are a problem. Be careful with that. Love yo guys. Never watched you tube before covid and this was my first channel. Still watching and still my favorite!😘
Telling someone that you will be praying for them means telling them that they are worthy. We are all worthy equally Worthy. If they perceive that you are thinking they are a problem you cannot be responsible for how they feel. If they think that they are a problem when you tell them that you will pray for them, they need to know that they are not a problem, that they are worthy and loved It's the sin that is the problem, not the person. 🥰
My husband told me about that Matthew West song and I love it! It’s a shame how people are treating him regarding it. It isn’t a song to put women down and say they are responsible for whatever happens to them but it’s a funny way for a parent to remind their daughter their value isn’t in showing off their body but in who they are. What parent would tell their daughter to wear the shortest dress or lowest cut shirt anyways? Sorry for the rant 😆 But it is a great funny song 😁 “What the boys really love is a turtleneck and a sensible pair of slacks”. love this line, such a funny song😂
Agreed. I took it as satire, this is definitely a joke that's been repeated many times. Parents want their kids to stay bundled up and not grow up too fast, etc.
I am constantly reminding myself to be patient and tolerant with my immature coworkers. I try to lead by example and remember that my softness can be my strength. Wonderful job on the pantry, so helpful! 🥰
@@TheMinimalMom I’m seeing the imposter come up throughout the comments. I really hope you guys are able to get that shut down. Such a bummer to have to deal with such things. 😔
I've done videos on my pantry and I even did my sister in laws pantry and it has been a help to corral like items and label things. Your mom's pantry looks great and she probably so grateful for you!
What a beautiful gift you gave your mama. That is priceless better than anything you could have bought at a store. Great tips. I am so thankful I found you. You are a blessing in an answer to prayer.
I really like using a clear "tackle box", the flat rectangular ones for batteries, I make slots for each type of battery we keep. Love this video! So glad you shared😍.
I so love that you read those phrases and pray in the end. It always gives me goose bumps. I have had my struggles in the past with religion but habe always been searching for a spiritual connecting. I recently found my way back to the Lord and now I feel very touched whenever I hear those words of wisdom. Thank you both for your work. You are a real blessing at least for me. I have recently started my journey of decluttering and everything I've watched so far was such a great help. Thank you 🙏🏼
I can completely relate. Sometimes when I get a room declutter/organized, or a project completed or a room redecorated or what not I go stand in it and look at it too.
I really appreciated Diana's devo today!! A friend and I have been talking about how nowadays we cannot have different opinions and still be friends! I disagree with quite a lot of some of my friends. However, I still value them as a person and my friend. I wish this were more prevalent today! Maybe I need to begin praying for that!! God works, God moves, God does!!! 👍💕 Thx, ladies!!! Love you both!!
Just crazy about you 2! Thanks to your mom. She raised 2wonderful women. I like the container method. It speaks to me. Keeping like things together so you know what you have. You both are so inspirational to me.
I love that holding my opinions lightly!! I have been so frustrated but when I worked- I'm retired now- I would often times say we will have to agree to disagree🤷
I loved hearing Diana speak with words of truth. Than you for your wisdom and for the blessing! Also loved what you said Dawn about how even someone who is naturally organized (or craves organization) can be overwhelmed by inventory.
I'm saving this video. This is the second time I've watched it. Besides the decluttering points, Diane's message really hits home with me. Thank you to both of you.
I’ve found modesty actually makes me more comfortable and confident. I’m never self conscious when I’m reasonably covered. Which allows me to focus on others and not myself more. Certainly we are not responsible for other’s hearts, but when we truly love our brothers (men) we will not want to be a stumbling block to them in any way.
I agree on modesty. And non- flashy clothes. And I’m not religious at all so it’s not a part of my religion or my culture or anything. And it doesn’t have to do with men at all - their feelings are their responsibility. I just don’t want to be thinking about people’s reaction to how I look as I’m going about my average day.
I used to think this way, too. The problem with it is that you can't control what other people wear or don't wear. To make your thoughts and actions be about another person is avoiding personal responsibility. Modesty needs to be in your own mind and actions; not in what other people are wearing/doing.
@@jeanettehansen4852 Exactly!! If you want to dress in ways that follow your personal interpretation and standard of modesty, by all means knock yourself out! I'm here for it! The problem comes when we enforce our subjective standards of modesty on others in a way that implies it's objectively the only acceptable way and worse, lay judgement (or even harassment 😬) on those who choose to express themselves otherwise. I love how you said we need to be responsible for our own thoughts and actions. So much focus is on what people (especially women) wear because people who are attracted to them would rather blame them instead of taking responsibility for their own thoughts and actions. I'm on a diet for myself but i'm not out here trying to get sugary sweets banned because they tempt me and i'm too weak to resist. That's MY problem! lol
@@calliemyersbuchanan6458 That's a great analogy between tempting treats and and immodest clothing! For myself, I dress in what I think would be considered modest by most people. If I try to force my choice on others, I could get so caught up in what they're wearing, that I neglect the person inside those clothes. A friend of mine has a saying in their family to "love first", meaning that if you judge people, you don't have time to love them. I think that's true.
Dawn, tell your mom that it's very comforting to know you're not alone in the struggle. No judgements on her! Also, Diana, I totally loved your talk today and I pray with you. I really look forward to what you have to say.
I always like to see the two of you together. You make a perfect team to help us feel motivated to declutter and to listen the word of God. Thank you 😊
Tell your mother thank you for sharing her pantry re-do! It was very encouraging to see how things could be transformed. And very helpful to see HOW to do it!
Modesty starts on the inside ♡ It becomes a natural part of our personality as we realize what true worth is. Our priorities turn away from pleasing others and toward self growth and being GOOD people.
This was one of the best weeks over all honestly, I love how you handled it. I love that you did it and made space for the differences in your parents priorities and your own.
Seriously. Thinking of my belongings as inventory has completely changed my outlook on my entire house. It was my “aha moment” to start my decluttering journey. I’m only a few months in. I actually took off this week in the hopes of getting a massive decluttering done all at once so I can give myself at least a small “sanctuary” away from the clutter for my birthday this week. Thank you for flipping the light switch on for me and wish me luck this week 🤞
I haven't seen the video of the pantry declutter but I can't thank your Mom enough for letting you share her "pantry journey" because mine is not deep, but just as full and unorganized...I know that mine can absolutely be great too!!
If your mama happens to see this - no judgement!!! We know!! I myself was a tornado of mess until recently, but my mom is super clean and organized. She is struggling with her pantry right now, too, and now I'm inspired to help her as well.
And even most people who are tidy and organized go through seasons where their homes get away from them. If your home NEVER gets messy, you might have made a clean home too high a priority, unless you are a super minimalist.
Hi Dawn & Diana. I'm not one for leaving comments but wanted to say thank you. I love watching your videos. The decluttering has helped my life so much. And your videos of faith are beautiful. I am a member of the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints. I love hearing your insights and you pray so beautifully. Thank you for sharing!
Just wanted to share that I am as secular as they come. But I still find inspiration in the information you share, in your loving perspective, and as liberal-minded person, I agree that modest is hottest! I want my daughters to feel beautiful and comfortable and free to be and do, and I think that’s hard to accomplish with many unfortunate fashion trends.❤️
Normally, if I want to remember something from your vids, I make an entry in my Simple Life journal. This time, however, I needed to get my Bible journal. Excellent Scripture message, And bravo for a great decluttering and organizing job in your mom’s pantry.
I had no choice but to make a mess when I was cleaning out my backroom which is my laundry room and pantry. But I didn't give up and got rid of so much stuff and even got rid of the cheap Sauder pantry and put up nice metal shelves to hold my stuff. It looks so much better and now I can actually see what I have and don't have!
I sometimes don’t listen all the way to the end on Sunday’s videos, but I’m really glad I did today because this lesson is so profound in today’s climate. Thank you!
I was skeptical of the container method. Now I LOVE it! I'm using it to limit kids clothes and decorations - we're still growing our family, so I want to keep some kids clothes, and I love decorating for the seasons. But I don't need as much as I have! I never thought of myself as a "stuff" person, but magically we ended up with 3 van loads to take to Goodwill... I got my husband on board with decluttering by offering the space for him to use to decompress. We're going to turn it into a prayer space! I've been binging your channel as I declutter about half an hour a day :)
It's refreshing to watch you guys but I have to say you make me feel old. I am two or three decades older than you and you are now learning lessons I've learned a long time ago. It's fun to watch👍🙏❤
Man oh man you hit the mail on the head for me about being patient & slow down. I have had that ‘hurry up’ thought so many times & when I do I end up doing a sloppy job & end up redoing whatever it is I ‘hurried up’ with but when I slow down & take my time then I’m pleased & happy with the results. Thank you for this session today. Blessings to you two & your families! 🤗💞
I love your content, I’m fairly new to your channel and I love everything about it most of all I love that you are also able to share your faith. I know it has to be blessing all those who watch. 💕💕
It was a wonderful gift you gave your mother, by organizing the pantry, but when all is said and done, the clean shelves won't compare with the time you spent together doing it. She's obviously proud of you , being such a help to us, out in the world, but how sweet was it of you to help HER!
Thank you for sharing this project! I’ve been talking non-stop about how amazing I feel now that I’ve made so much progress in my own home. I was inspired after the pantry video to offer my help to my mother and my four sisters now, and they are all SO excited already at the thought of getting their spaces decluttered and functional. That help can really be so valuable - you helped me, now I can help them. ❤️ Thank you so much!!!
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I ran across this saying in the recent past, and had to write it in my journal. "A sign of maturity is recognizing that there are many, many situations that do not require your comment." I certainly wish I had learned that a long time ago.
DJF, thank you for sharing that. Good tip.
I wish most people learned that a long time ago. 😉🤭
Wow, that's profound!
Need to remember and share it thank you 🎉
Just have to say all things work for good. Happened on Dana’s video it has changed my life. My husband too. I knew your spirit was like mine GOD BLESS YOU 🤗 🙏
You mom's pantry was so, so normal. She doesn't need to be embarrassed about it. It looks so great now! Very inspiring, and I'm glad she shared.
Exactly! Like when Amanda Paige from "This Crazy Life" shares #RealLifeMoments they're relatable to what others are experiencing. 😁👍
A shout out to your Mom for sharing this process, and her progress. Excellent work! Always be open, receptive, willing to learn and listen. A great message today. Dawn & Diana, you bring me such joy, and reflections on Sunday morning. We love you.
I definitely look forward to evey Sunday. If Sunday gets busy, I definitely don't go to sleep until I see this video. I am not going to miss out on This Beautiful Blessing.
I love that she has a clothespin on the pretzels instead of a chip clip! That is so me, I use them for the bread, chips, and snacks!
Binder clip fan here!
I use Binder Clips! But also Clothes Pins!LOL😂
I use clothes pins to clip everything shut! First I can’t stand anything getting stale plus clothes pins are so cheap!
Whoa why did I never think of that?
Yep! I buy a pack of wooden clothespins and use them for bag clips! If they break, no big deal since they are so inexpensive.
I know your mom didn’t love the fact this ended up on RUclips, but it’s super nice to see a room that looks like mine, Being cleaned. It can get over whelming. Plus seeing people with perfect pantry’s is discouraging!
Definitely check out Clutterbug! Cass always has real rooms she cleans up and sorts. 🦋
Many years ago, my college roommate taught me the way her family does it. You have that person there to "help," and their job is really to just keep saying "Throw it away." It's really everything.
Last night I tidied up before bed (was so fast and easy), looked around at my pretty space with joy, and just had to give my husband a big hug and thank him for going with me on this simpler living/minimalism journey because it has changed our entire life for the better! Thank you! It all started because I stumbled upon one of your videos and got sucked in. I didn’t know what I was missing, and kept trying to buy my way to fulfillment when it turns out all I was missing was open space and peace.
Dawn and Diana, please reassure your mother her pantry video was a blessing to me and I'm sure many others! My pantry is crazy and I kept avoiding it bc I needed her video! Thank you Minimal Mom's Mom you blessed me and inspired me! 💜
As I age, I’m not less sure that I’m right, I just don’t feel the need for others to acknowledge my right-ness. I find myself caring less and less about others opinions, especially their opinion of me. If only I’d figured that out decades ago!
Thank you for another great watch 😃
True dat!👍😋
Recently I heard of the 18-40-60 rule: when you're 18, you think everyone is looking and judging and thinking things about you... when you're 40, you don't care what they think about you... when you're 60, you realize nobody (or hardly anybody) was thinking about you at all, lol!
Agree!
So well said!
I have a teenaged granddaughter who is amazing at helping me declutter. She pulls everything out, wipes off shelves, cleanss floors, then tells me what can go back and what needs to be tossed or given away. Its provided some great bonding too!!
I'm really grateful you said in both videos that your mother is an organised person although her pantry was a mess. I am too, super organised, and that's a big part of my identity but since December I've been pregnant with a lot of rough symptoms, and my home has gone from meticulous to messy! I just can't seem to keep up because I truly need a lot of rest. Hearing that there are other organised people with messy houses makes me feel a bit better about myself. It gives me hope that I'll get back on my feet as soon as I feel better. I'll start off with a declutter for sure...
Praying for you and your pregnancy symptoms! Congrats on your baby!💛
The time crunch only gets worse when the baby comes! They don't sleep. Dawn has said before that organized people with too much inventory call themselves "lazy" when they see the mess build up. How would this is just a syptom of too much. Consider that you may need to downsize and simplify. Mom of a newborn doesn't ha e any more time to clean and organize than pregnant. And when baby naps, so should you! Because you'll have to be awake when baby is awake.
Oh man I just went through something very similar!! I just had my baby but I remember saying first trimester that I could do 10% of what I used to (and we're talking basic stuff like making meals, doing a few dishes, taking care of my other kids...). I had done a lot of decluttering but switched to paper plates for a time because I just needed that much rest. I had my mom come and help with dishes and clean my disgusting bathroom while I literally sat there because I just needed that much rest. Don't forget that you're doing a lot- you're growing a whole human!!!!!❤️❤️❤️ And this season won't last forever- get your rest and give yourself grace- you are doing something wonderful❤️
@@doublea6252 Thank you 🙏🏻🌼
@@ludwigvonmiseswasright4380 Thank you! This isn't my firstborn but I really appreciate the reminder 😝 I'm (we're) somewhat of a minimalist already but without my involvement things accumulate SO quickly so Dawn and you are quite right about the "feeling lazy because of too much inventory"-part! Downsize and simplify will be my keywords for sure! 🌼
I love that. “Hold your opinions loosely.”
Agreed! Some people take themselves (and their opinions way too seriously!}
I have been helping my dad declutter his very small house. Mom passed 8 years ago and he was finally able to let go of her clothing. He is seeing the calming effect of not having clutter everywhere.
Also, I totally agree with Diana-those decorative napkins are worthless! They turn to mush with one drop of water. Ugh!
God bless your dad! 💜
I still have most of my deceased husband’s clothing after 7 1/2 years. It is so hard to let go of things that belonged to someone I loved so much.
What a blessing you must be for your dad. Bless your heart.
@@nadalynm.3145 use the clothes to make a patchwork quilt. It can be a memory quilt.
@@nadalynm.3145 You loved him, not his clothes. Keep one or two special pieces and donate the rest. Dad was finally convinced to let things go when we talked about how someone less fortunate would love her high quality clothing vs, letting is sit in a closet or box wasting away.
I do the same thing your mom does. After I declutter and organize a space I just go back and look at it because it's so nice again!
I just did a 10 minute declutter while watching.
Thank you for the positive company and the loving and godly words of encouragement. God’s way is alway love.
I use my kids as runners when we clean out a space. I like Dana’s method in theory, but if I’m honest with myself, I prefer staying in one spot and making piles-(cue kids to help run the items in piles to their proper place!)
My mom loved napkins too. She would buy extras on clearance and then give a year’s worth of seasonal/holiday napkins as wedding shower gifts. I hadn’t thought about that for a long time. Thank you for sparking the memory!
What a great idea!
That's so sweet 😊 I would have loved that!
I am a Butterfly 🦋 I have to be able to see all of my things. 🙌 ✨ My stuff has to be visible and labeled to be organized. Yay practical containers (clear for me) so everything has a place and boundaries! ❤️🤗
I so appreciate people like your mom who are willing to put it all out on the line to show their "embarrassing" spaces transformed. The reality is many of us have these spaces or even homes! This process helps us to see how it really can be done and how to go about it! Thank you so much for sharing!! 😘
Lovely, ladies! I love that you were able to bless your mama in such a pleasant way ~ of COURSE she loves it! 🤗💕 And I'm always so blessed with the devotional that you tie in to the Sunday video. Thank you for taking the time to do this ~ it's very special to me & something I look forward to every Sunday! 😊♥️
The decorative napkins make a nice accent when lining a bread basket or a tray when serving. This might be a nice way to use them up-I agree that they do not absorb well. The pantry turned out great, what a blessing for your mother.
Yes I line a try with them for cookies or brownies bc that is way cuter.
Good morning! Nice to be reminded that the problem is really too much stuff!
Agreed. Organizing clutter just puts a bandage on the problem, but doesn’t address it. The deeper WHY is so important in every change we want to make.
Love your videos. I hope that you and Dawn realize that it’s ok for others to share their opinions, just as you are sharing yours. It’s literally no different, just that people tend to be more tolerant of opinions that match their own.
Love what Diana said about becoming less sure you are always right/more open minded with age. I wish we all had that wisdom earlier in life!
When you're 18 you know everything, when you're 40, you're not really sure, and when you're 60, you know nothing and don't care! ...just a saying I heard
I rarely make comments on any you tube channel - but I have to add how much I love Dawn and her sister!!!! Dawn’s work has changed my home more than any book, program, podcast, that I have ever listened to or read! And I have read a multitude! (I just hit the big 50). I listen to Dawn while I am cleaning and organizing and it helps me to be motivated and to have fun. Layer by layer, I’m peeling my onion and am having fun doing it! I also love the personalities of these girls. They uplift me and make me a better person as well! Thank you thank you!
Thank you both for sharing your love for Jesus and reminding us that everyone has an opinion and that's okay. Right or wrong we need to love others 😊
The transformation of her pantry was amazing and I totally know how she feels…when I started decluttering in my kitchen I would go back and just open the drawer that housed the plastic containers and just stare at it, thrilled that I could open and close it easily! Have a blessed week ladies! Keep sharing the light!
The container concept has helped me so much Love the modest is hottest. I really think our world needs a bit more of that. Wonderful Sunday inspiration.
You have such a loving nature! Your folks do appear to deserve #1 parents of the USA award!
I felt so accomplished this week when I donated a few containers that I didn't need! I finally feel like I've downsized to a minimalistic lifestyle.
Yeah, I don’t know who said it, but getting rid of bins so you don’t fill them up again COMPLETELY rocks!
Your mom should know how much shes helped so many people❤
"One of my favorite things about getting older is that I am less sure of how right I am about everything" Spot-on Diana!! Love you both, have a great weekend (:
Wow, you ladies have such a way of encouraging others to live for Jesus! What is a beautiful home without a peaceful home?! 🌸
Amen
I like you sisters teaching together! It flows well and I loved the scripture!! Praise Jesus!
After 2 weeks of putting into action all the tips and advice on your channel, today my family arrived for a birthday party after church and my mom asked if we were moving (cause there weren’t things everywhere) and my dad said he’s never seen our home so clean/decluttered! It was also so stress free to tidy the house before church in preparation for everyone showing up straight from church! Oh we also had your chicken tacos and chocolate cookie bar recipes! 😂😂
Everyone loved the chicken tacos and my kids asked for the cookie bars to be made again for dessert on Sundays from now on! Ohh and clean up was a breeze cause everything had a place to go and everything was sparkling and put away in 20 mins!
Such a beautiful prayer at the end, and as always a well needed message. Such a joy to spend a few minutes with you ladies on sunday morning! Thank you💞🙏
I am so thankful your Mom shared this experience. I love the different levels of shelves!! 💡 what a great idea!! I am so doing this. PS. Had to take a pic of this weeks verse! So timely
Thank you for the glimpse of serenity, whether in a pantry space (GREAT JOB) or from the perspective that we have a chance to hear others when we listen rather than arguing or trying to "win". The real win is to create room for serenity, and that is where I now love to be.
By the way I wanted to know that every time I feel down I go looking for your videos because they’re encouraging to help me to keep going and it’s always nice to feel like there are other people with your same values and look for the world
Your mom is woman after my own heart with her decorative napkins 😊.
I like small pretty plates for seasons and holidays. Stick with white napkins though.
your mom is lucky to have you and it wasn't embarrassing or horrible to start with.. we all have a space like this!
I came here for the organizing and was so caught off guard by the mini “sermon” for he second half. I am so totally undone right now. Every word hit me like an arrow. Thank you and God bless you both.
What a timely word. I tried to have this conversation with a family member about having a spirit that is divisive instead of promoting unity.
Watching you declutter your Mom's pantry inspired me to declutter/re-organize mine! I did it when my husband was busy elsewhere...so I could toss all the expired items 😃 Thanks so much for sharing!
Telling someone that you're praying for them could be recieved as saying that they are a problem. Be careful with that. Love yo guys. Never watched you tube before covid and this was my first channel. Still watching and still my favorite!😘
Telling someone that you will be praying for them means telling them that they are worthy. We are all worthy equally Worthy. If they perceive that you are thinking they are a problem you cannot be responsible for how they feel. If they think that they are a problem when you tell them that you will pray for them, they need to know that they are not a problem, that they are worthy and loved It's the sin that is the problem, not the person. 🥰
My husband told me about that Matthew West song and I love it! It’s a shame how people are treating him regarding it. It isn’t a song to put women down and say they are responsible for whatever happens to them but it’s a funny way for a parent to remind their daughter their value isn’t in showing off their body but in who they are. What parent would tell their daughter to wear the shortest dress or lowest cut shirt anyways? Sorry for the rant 😆 But it is a great funny song 😁 “What the boys really love is a turtleneck and a sensible pair of slacks”. love this line, such a funny song😂
Agreed. I took it as satire, this is definitely a joke that's been repeated many times. Parents want their kids to stay bundled up and not grow up too fast, etc.
I think the better approach would be teaching girls not to think about boys at all when they choose clothes. But I can appreciate the joke.
@The Minimal Mom is this a code, or did a child get your phone? 😉
I'm sorry, that was spam! Hopefully they're removed now!
I was overwhelmed too, at first, seeing what needed to be done.
I love that you guys are able to do this together as a family, just so sweet. ✨
Thank you for blessing us each week with your knowledge, experience, and prayers.
Your ministry is making a difference 💛
I am constantly reminding myself to be patient and tolerant with my immature coworkers. I try to lead by example and remember that my softness can be my strength. Wonderful job on the pantry, so helpful! 🥰
“Leading with love can diffuse” - such wise words! Thank you for your insight this morning.
@The Minimal Mom ??
I'm sorry, that was an impersonation account! Hopefully we have it taken care of now!
@@TheMinimalMom I’m seeing the imposter come up throughout the comments. I really hope you guys are able to get that shut down. Such a bummer to have to deal with such things. 😔
Absolutely blessed by the Bible verse, discussion, and prayer! So courageous! Keep up this work!
I've done videos on my pantry and I even did my sister in laws pantry and it has been a help to corral like items and label things. Your mom's pantry looks great and she probably so grateful for you!
What a beautiful gift you gave your mama. That is priceless better than anything you could have bought at a store. Great tips. I am so thankful I found you. You are a blessing in an answer to prayer.
I love what you did for your Mom's pantry! Thank you for our Sunday message!
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Don’t worry Mom, we ALL have very similar situations and you encouraged us all!!! ♥️
I really like using a clear "tackle box", the flat rectangular ones for batteries, I make slots for each type of battery we keep. Love this video! So glad you shared😍.
I so love that you read those phrases and pray in the end. It always gives me goose bumps. I have had my struggles in the past with religion but habe always been searching for a spiritual connecting. I recently found my way back to the Lord and now I feel very touched whenever I hear those words of wisdom. Thank you both for your work. You are a real blessing at least for me. I have recently started my journey of decluttering and everything I've watched so far was such a great help. Thank you 🙏🏼
I can completely relate. Sometimes when I get a room declutter/organized, or a project completed or a room redecorated or what not I go stand in it and look at it too.
I really appreciated Diana's devo today!! A friend and I have been talking about how nowadays we cannot have different opinions and still be friends! I disagree with quite a lot of some of my friends. However, I still value them as a person and my friend. I wish this were more prevalent today! Maybe I need to begin praying for that!! God works, God moves, God does!!! 👍💕 Thx, ladies!!! Love you both!!
I loved this! Everyone’s real pantry I’ve ever seen look like that. It’s nice she has one! 💙. It looks great & she will enjoy it so much, now
Just crazy about you 2! Thanks to your mom. She raised 2wonderful women.
I like the container method. It speaks to me. Keeping like things together so you know what you have. You both are so inspirational to me.
I love that holding my opinions lightly!! I have been so frustrated but when I worked- I'm retired now- I would often times say we will have to agree to disagree🤷
I loved hearing Diana speak with words of truth. Than you for your wisdom and for the blessing! Also loved what you said Dawn about how even someone who is naturally organized (or craves organization) can be overwhelmed by inventory.
I'm saving this video. This is the second time I've watched it. Besides the decluttering points, Diane's message really hits home with me. Thank you to both of you.
From the previous video.. mom has been using her freezer for almost 40 years. That's really something I need to learn.
I just started watching this video and Diana’s dress caught my eye. It looks gorgeous on her!!! Love it, love it, love it!!!
I’ve found modesty actually makes me more comfortable and confident. I’m never self conscious when I’m reasonably covered. Which allows me to focus on others and not myself more.
Certainly we are not responsible for other’s hearts, but when we truly love our brothers (men) we will not want to be a stumbling block to them in any way.
I agree on modesty. And non- flashy clothes. And I’m not religious at all so it’s not a part of my religion or my culture or anything. And it doesn’t have to do with men at all - their feelings are their responsibility. I just don’t want to be thinking about people’s reaction to how I look as I’m going about my average day.
I used to think this way, too. The problem with it is that you can't control what other people wear or don't wear. To make your thoughts and actions be about another person is avoiding personal responsibility. Modesty needs to be in your own mind and actions; not in what other people are wearing/doing.
I agree!
@@jeanettehansen4852 Exactly!! If you want to dress in ways that follow your personal interpretation and standard of modesty, by all means knock yourself out! I'm here for it! The problem comes when we enforce our subjective standards of modesty on others in a way that implies it's objectively the only acceptable way and worse, lay judgement (or even harassment 😬) on those who choose to express themselves otherwise. I love how you said we need to be responsible for our own thoughts and actions. So much focus is on what people (especially women) wear because people who are attracted to them would rather blame them instead of taking responsibility for their own thoughts and actions. I'm on a diet for myself but i'm not out here trying to get sugary sweets banned because they tempt me and i'm too weak to resist. That's MY problem! lol
@@calliemyersbuchanan6458 That's a great analogy between tempting treats and and immodest clothing! For myself, I dress in what I think would be considered modest by most people. If I try to force my choice on others, I could get so caught up in what they're wearing, that I neglect the person inside those clothes. A friend of mine has a saying in their family to "love first", meaning that if you judge people, you don't have time to love them. I think that's true.
Dawn, tell your mom that it's very comforting to know you're not alone in the struggle. No judgements on her! Also, Diana, I totally loved your talk today and I pray with you. I really look forward to what you have to say.
I always like to see the two of you together. You make a perfect team to help us feel motivated to declutter and to listen the word of God. Thank you 😊
Tell your mother thank you for sharing her pantry re-do! It was very encouraging to see how things could be transformed. And very helpful to see HOW to do it!
Modesty starts on the inside ♡ It becomes a natural part of our personality as we realize what true worth is. Our priorities turn away from pleasing others and toward self growth and being GOOD people.
This was one of the best weeks over all honestly, I love how you handled it. I love that you did it and made space for the differences in your parents priorities and your own.
At church we are studying book of Daniel! Amazing messages from our pastor.
One of the best prayers from Diana so far!
We had a pantry growing up that had a chair in it and a phone outside with a long cord. It was our “pantry phone booth” for private conversations!
Good word Diana. Dawn love your mom's pantry. You were such a blessing to her. Way to go!!
I’m always blessed by your Sunday message, thank-you.
Seriously. Thinking of my belongings as inventory has completely changed my outlook on my entire house. It was my “aha moment” to start my decluttering journey. I’m only a few months in. I actually took off this week in the hopes of getting a massive decluttering done all at once so I can give myself at least a small “sanctuary” away from the clutter for my birthday this week. Thank you for flipping the light switch on for me and wish me luck this week 🤞
Thank you, Dawn and Diana. I so appreciate your ideas and messages. God bless you (and your sweet Mom, too)! The pantry looks amazing 😊.
Oh my goodness! Came for containers, but got such a great blessing from 2 Timothy! Thank you, Ladies!
This is so encouraging to me this morning! I want to woo others by holding my opinions loosely! Thank you for sharing truth!!
Love this!!
One of my favorite quotes is "those convinced against their will are of the same opinion still".
I haven't seen the video of the pantry declutter but I can't thank your Mom enough for letting you share her "pantry journey" because mine is not deep, but just as full and unorganized...I know that mine can absolutely be great too!!
If your mama happens to see this - no judgement!!! We know!! I myself was a tornado of mess until recently, but my mom is super clean and organized. She is struggling with her pantry right now, too, and now I'm inspired to help her as well.
And even most people who are tidy and organized go through seasons where their homes get away from them. If your home NEVER gets messy, you might have made a clean home too high a priority, unless you are a super minimalist.
Thanks Mom... no reason to be embarrassed ! I think your pantry is more normal than we all admit. ❣️
Hi Dawn & Diana. I'm not one for leaving comments but wanted to say thank you. I love watching your videos. The decluttering has helped my life so much. And your videos of faith are beautiful. I am a member of the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints. I love hearing your insights and you pray so beautifully. Thank you for sharing!
Just wanted to share that I am as secular as they come. But I still find inspiration in the information you share, in your loving perspective, and as liberal-minded person, I agree that modest is hottest! I want my daughters to feel beautiful and comfortable and free to be and do, and I think that’s hard to accomplish with many unfortunate fashion trends.❤️
Normally, if I want to remember something from your vids, I make an entry in my Simple Life journal. This time, however, I needed to get my Bible journal. Excellent Scripture message,
And bravo for a great decluttering and organizing job in your mom’s pantry.
I had no choice but to make a mess when I was cleaning out my backroom which is my laundry room and pantry. But I didn't give up and got rid of so much stuff and even got rid of the cheap Sauder pantry and put up nice metal shelves to hold my stuff. It looks so much better and now I can actually see what I have and don't have!
Same here I grab them when they’re on clearance too! Love decorative napkins
I sometimes don’t listen all the way to the end on Sunday’s videos, but I’m really glad I did today because this lesson is so profound in today’s climate. Thank you!
I was skeptical of the container method. Now I LOVE it! I'm using it to limit kids clothes and decorations - we're still growing our family, so I want to keep some kids clothes, and I love decorating for the seasons. But I don't need as much as I have! I never thought of myself as a "stuff" person, but magically we ended up with 3 van loads to take to Goodwill...
I got my husband on board with decluttering by offering the space for him to use to decompress. We're going to turn it into a prayer space!
I've been binging your channel as I declutter about half an hour a day :)
It's refreshing to watch you guys but I have to say you make me feel old. I am two or three decades older than you and you are now learning lessons I've learned a long time ago. It's fun to watch👍🙏❤
This was an especially loving and motivating video. Your mother must be so happy with her pantry.
Man oh man you hit the mail on the head for me about being patient & slow down. I have had that ‘hurry up’ thought so many times & when I do I end up doing a sloppy job & end up redoing whatever it is I ‘hurried up’ with but when I slow down & take my time then I’m pleased & happy with the results. Thank you for this session today. Blessings to you two & your families! 🤗💞
Thanks, the pictures of the change from overstocked to managed is so inspirational.
I love your content, I’m fairly new to your channel and I love everything about it most of all I love that you are also able to share your faith. I know it has to be blessing all those who watch. 💕💕
It was a wonderful gift you gave your mother, by organizing the pantry, but when all is said and done, the clean shelves won't compare with the time you spent together doing it. She's obviously proud of you , being such a help to us, out in the world, but how sweet was it of you to help HER!
Thank you for sharing this project! I’ve been talking non-stop about how amazing I feel now that I’ve made so much progress in my own home. I was inspired after the pantry video to offer my help to my mother and my four sisters now, and they are all SO excited already at the thought of getting their spaces decluttered and functional. That help can really be so valuable - you helped me, now I can help them. ❤️ Thank you so much!!!