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The Future is Bright!

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The Future is Bright!

Hey Friends, Hey!

Remember when you told yourself this is the year, and NOW ITS ACTUALLY THE YEAR!!?! Q1 flew by And now we’re well into the new year, new Quarter and goals are aligning and your list is seeing wild check marks! Here are some ways we will continue to thrive and check mark our goals and dreams.!🌸

Here’s the list:

1. Doubt. Too many times you may have found yourself on the self-doubt train asking yourself “why is this not happening for me?” or “what am I doing wrong?”. What you need to understand is things won’t always go as planned. Honestly “planned” events are overrated, I can attest to that. (Wedding, businesses, friendships, trips… the list goes on) Majority of the things in my life never went as planned and it has been the most enjoyable, successful, blessed moments of my life. So instead of beating yourself up and second guessing your greatness, own it and thrive into the greatness that was created JUST for you!

2. Boundaries. We are all getting too mature to have unclear boundaries with others.. Set boundaries and be direct with what you accept and what you will not. It’s is okay to say “No” and not have any feelings behind it.

3. Fear of failure. This one hits home for me. You have to allow yourself to Grow in order to a thrive. Eliminate the mindset that fear is in control. Be open and committed to learning yourself, and to value your worth.

4. Not celebrating yourself. Too Many people feel guilty when they celebrate themselves. DO NOT!!. You worked hard and put in work. You never gave up. Do not feel like you have to dime your light around others, because others should brighten theirs to compliment yours.

5. Settling. Why settle? Allow yourself to take steps intentionally in the right direction where you will grow and thrive.

6. Gaining approvals. I struggled and struggled hard with this. Understand that you do not need anyone’s approval to do YOU. Please, leave that behind. You owe it to yourself to be your own cheerleader. Be the whole Damn firecracker, not just the spark.

7. Light Dimmers . We all know them! . Let them go. Anyone who can disturb your joy and happiness do not need to be a part of your life!

I hope this was helpful. As we continue to thrive in this year, remember each season, each Quater will not all be the same. But as we continue to thrive in our own greatness, every step will have a meaning, we just might have to change our perspectives to see and understand.

#EDITtoGrow #EDITtoTHRIVE #beyourownmotivation

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The Future is Bright!

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The Future is Bright!

Hey Friends, Hey!

Remember when you told yourself this is the year, and NOW ITS ACTUALLY THE YEAR!!?! Q1 flew by And now we’re well into the new year, new Quarter and goals are aligning and your list is seeing wild check marks! Here are some ways we will continue to thrive and check mark our goals and dreams.!🌸

Here’s the list:

1. Doubt. Too many times you may have found yourself on the self-doubt train asking yourself “why is this not happening for me?” or “what am I doing wrong?”. What you need to understand is things won’t always go as planned. Honestly “planned” events are overrated, I can attest to that. (Wedding, businesses, friendships, trips… the list goes on) Majority of the things in my life never went as planned and it has been the most enjoyable, successful, blessed moments of my life. So instead of beating yourself up and second guessing your greatness, own it and thrive into the greatness that was created JUST for you!

2. Boundaries. We are all getting too mature to have unclear boundaries with others.. Set boundaries and be direct with what you accept and what you will not. It’s is okay to say “No” and not have any feelings behind it.

3. Fear of failure. This one hits home for me. You have to allow yourself to Grow in order to a thrive. Eliminate the mindset that fear is in control. Be open and committed to learning yourself, and to value your worth.

4. Not celebrating yourself. Too Many people feel guilty when they celebrate themselves. DO NOT!!. You worked hard and put in work. You never gave up. Do not feel like you have to dime your light around others, because others should brighten theirs to compliment yours.

5. Settling. Why settle? Allow yourself to take steps intentionally in the right direction where you will grow and thrive.

6. Gaining approvals. I struggled and struggled hard with this. Understand that you do not need anyone’s approval to do YOU. Please, leave that behind. You owe it to yourself to be your own cheerleader. Be the whole Damn firecracker, not just the spark.

7. Light Dimmers . We all know them! . Let them go. Anyone who can disturb your joy and happiness do not need to be a part of your life!

I hope this was helpful. As we continue to thrive in this year, remember each season, each Quater will not all be the same. But as we continue to thrive in our own greatness, everything step will have a meaning, we just might have to change perspectives to see and understand.

#EDITtoGrow #EDITtoTHRIVE #beyourownmotivation

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Your favorite Editor of Chaos

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Timeout is over.

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Timeout is over.

*Momma timeout: Is Over!

The Chaos Editor is baackkk!

Hey Friends , Hey! It’s been a while. A very loonnng while. But to say the least I’m back, refreshed and ready to write on my own blog, again. For my friends that did not know and wonder where I’ve been. Mommas been workin’! No, but really when I started freelance writing for other bloggers and small businesses, what I thought was going to just be a “little” side hustle, turned into a full fledged job! So, with that I just didn’t have the mentally ability to write for my own blog.

I am still writing for other bloggers and small businesses but have now narrowed down my clients to select posts. This will allow me the mentally ability to write for my own blog, as well.

I am also still doing Pinterest Management for entrepreneurs and I also work at an amazing Consignment Boutique, that’s brings me incredible joy, a Darling atmosphere and Dashing co-workers and shoppers.

I also still work events for our Soul Food Joint restaurant & Catering business, along with wife’ing and momma’ing.

So, Momma was just tired and needed a break. And unfortunately, my own blog was neglected. But friends, I’m back!! With more chaos, more tricks, hacks, and resources.

So grab your wine, tea, or water and let’s continue documenting sustainable chaos. #chaoscoodinators, let’s go!

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Your favorite Editor of Chaos,

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Happy Blog Birthday: The EDIT Chaos!

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Happy Blog Birthday: The EDIT Chaos!

Happy Blog Birthday!

Happy Valentines Day or Galantines

Be Your Own Motivation and make sure to love yourself and treat yourself to a TIMEOUT.Happy Birthday The EDIT Chaos! I’m super excited to say that today marks my blog anniversary that I (officially) published this blog. Although, the thought of blogging entered my mind years ago, I however did not believe in myself years ago. I, remember sitting on the floor in my bathroom crying, while feeding the baby to write my VERY FIRST blog post. I felt defeated and exhausted with everything that was going on in the world and my life.

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I was very happy with how far I had come, but unsure with my emotions of gratitude. I remember thinking to myself, I can do this, I can write a blog. I wanted so badly to write and to express my feelings, to share my cries, my knowledge, to have someone to (talk) with. I had this feeling of emptiness, but also a feeling of grate-fullness. It’s hard to explain. BUT, throughout the feelings I decided to write. Although, I do not have A lot of published posts, I DO have a lot of journaling. Some I will share, eventually and some that is just for me. Those that are just for me, I wrote  in the mist of ALL my emotions. Writing the sh*t out was my form of self care. It was my TIMEOUT. Time, to think, to cry, to laugh, be grateful, find peace, but most of all, find Myself! 

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For everyone that has encouraged, shared, read and just listened, I want to say THANK YOU!  

The Best Investment one can make, is Investing in themselves!

Please, continue to follow me, as I edit my way through Mommahood, Style, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable efforts,DIYs, Momma Timeouts and all of my wonderful chaos. Grab a tea or wine and stay awhile!! Also go check out my post How To Have Success with Blogging.-A simple Way

Your Favorite Editor Of Chaos,

Shannon

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How To Get More Done In Less Time

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How To Get More Done In Less Time

GUIDE TO TIME MANAGEMENT

Overwhelmed and struggling to find time for everything on your plate? or Even make a D*mn plate?

If so, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to get more done in less time. Continue to read for some tips and tricks for better time management. EDIT your DAY

Those who are able to manage their time tend to be more productive, less stressed, and more successful. When you have the space for opportunities, opportunities will show at its greatness. That is one of the Benefits of time management and I must say, that it is a great one. 

1. Set Priorities

Most important aspects of effective time management is setting priorities. When you know what your priorities are, it’s easier to determine how to spend your time. Ask yourself what is most important and what can wait.

2. Make A List

Writing that Sh*t out, by making a list of everything you need to do is so helpful in many ways. First, it can help you get a better understanding of what and how much that needs to be done. This is helpful to avoid the feeling of being overwhelmed. Secondly, you see which tasks are most important and need to be tackled first.[the_ad id=”869″]

3. Use A Planner

A planner is your best friend! It is also a great way to keep track of your time and make sure you’re using it effectively. Having everything written down in one place will help you stay organized and on track. There are many different types of planners available, so find one that works best for you.

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. Set Deadlines

Start any of your tasks, by setting a deadline. Having a specific date or time when something needs to be done can motivate you to get started. Once you’ve set a deadline, make sure you stick to it and hold yourself accountable.

5. Take A Break

Working non-stop is not an effective use of time. In fact, it can actually lead to decreased productivity. Make sure to take breaks throughout the day to recharge and refocus. Taking a few minutes to yourself can help you come back to your work feeling refreshed and ready to tackle whatever is next on your list.

6. Say No

One of the best things to do when it comes to time management, is saying no. If you’re taking on more than you can handle, it will only lead to stress which will decline productivity. So, if someone asks you to do something that you don’t have time for, don’t be afraid to say “No”. Saying “No”, is also a form of self care.

7. Delegate

If you’re finding yourself with too much on your plate, delegate some of the tasks to someone else. This is be a great way to get things done and free up some time. Of course, it’s important to make sure that the person you’re delegating to is actually able and willing to do the task.

8. Eliminate Distractions

To be productive, it’s important to eliminate distractions. This means turning off your phone, closing social media tabs, and anything else that might take away from your focus. Blocking out the sounds in your space is important when you’re trying to get something done, it’s important to give it your undivided attention.

9. Set A Time Limit

Set a time limit for yourself. This can help you stay focused and avoid spending too much time on one Tasks. Knowing that you only have a certain amount of time to work on something, can help you stay productive.

10. Take Care Of Yourself

Last but not least, remember to take care of yourself. This means making sure you’re getting enough sleep, eating healthy foods, and taking some time for yourself. When you’re not feeling your best, it’s difficult to be productive. So make sure to make time for Self Care.

What are some of your favorite time management tips? Share them in the comments below! If you like this post please share and PIN!

From your Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon

 

 

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Happy One Year: The EDIT Chaos!

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Hello Editors! Happy Valentines Day or Galentines Day, call it what you want! Just make sure to love yourself and treat yourself to a TIMEOUT. I’m super excited to say that today marks one year that I (officially) started this blog. Although, the thought of blogging entered my mind years ago, I however did not believe in myself years ago. I, remember sitting on the floor in my bathroom crying, while feeding baby to write my VERY FIRST blog post. I felt defeated and exhausted with everything that was going on in the world and my life.

I was very happy with how far I had come, but unsure with my emotions of gratitude. I remember thinking to myself, I can do this, I can write a blog. I wanted so badly to write and to express my feelings, to share my cries, my knowledge, to have someone to (talk) with. I had this feeling of emptiness, but also a feeling of grate-fullness. It’s hard to explain. BUT, throughout the feelings I decided to write. Although, I do not have A lot of published posts, I DO have a lot of journaling. Some I will share, eventually and some that is just for me. Those that are just for me, I wrote  in the mist of ALL my emotions. Writing the sh*t out was my form of self care. It was my TIMEOUT. Time, to think, to cry, to laugh, be grateful, find peace, but most of all, find Myself! 

For everyone that has encouraged, shared, read and just listened, I want to say THANK YOU!  

The Best Investment one can make, is Investing in themselves!

Please, continue to follow me, as I edit my way through Mommahood, Style, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable efforts,DIYs, Momma Timeouts and all of my wonderful chaos. Grab a tea or wine and stay awhile!!

Your Favorite Editor Of Chaos,

Shannon

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“Easy Like Sunday Morning”…..Pancake Recipe

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From Scratch, To Delicious 

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Our favorite way to wake up on Sunday Mornings is with the scent of pancakes wafting throughout the house. The Kids are instantly excited to gather into the kitchen and to the table, waiting for breakfast to finish. They will typically grab their Tablet, A Coloring Book, or favorite car and impatiently wait. Getting my kids to hold off from snacking, while I finish preparing their meal is insane. It’s like asking the ocean not to make waves! And we ALL know that is not going to happen. But let’s be honest, could you wait to dive into sticky maple syrup or fresh berries?!? 

          Fluffy on the inside and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, pancakes in our house is equal to water and milk! I  found this recipe while searching Pinterest for easy prep meals for the week. I tried this recipe before and somehow, I screwed it up. So, being a momma who thrives on, “I know, I can do it”, decided to give it another whirl. I went all in, forgetting about the Dishes that would follow, and the flour I would have to sweep, from my assistances. While still in my favorite pair of slippers, I asked “Alexa” to play our favorite morning jams. A Weekend playlist, that will start the day off right or at least while we attempt these pancakes. 

Here is the simple recipe that we used:

Ingredients

3 large eggs

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 ¼ tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

½ tsp vanilla extract

½ cup buttermilk 

1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)

Pinch of cinnamon

Directions

1. Medium Heat a large, non-stick pan.

2. Separate the egg whites into one bowl, and the yolks in another bowl. You’ll eventually use both. (Soooo, Jenkins party of SIX, just cracked the entire egg into the bowl)

3. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

4. Add buttermilk, vanilla, and flour to the bowl with the egg yolks. Whisk until blended.(Again, Jenkins Party Of SIX, already blended the ingredients, into one large bowl.!)

5. Slowly add your dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture and mix. (DONE!!,Jenkins style.)

6.Whip egg whites, until smooth, and easily able to fold and pour out of bowl. This is the key to fluffy pancakes.

7. Scoop ¼ cup of batter into your heated pan and allow for the bottom to brown. When you see bubbles rising on your pancakes you’ll know it’s time to flip. Turn them over and allow the other side to turn golden brown and delicious.

8. Serve with your favorite toppings.

I am happy to report, that these pancakes turned out great, this time. The kids enjoyed their favorite toppings of whipped cream and berries, while aggressively pouring the syrup. 

Point of this Story is not giving up and enjoying the moments. Although, we certainly had some egg shells between the fluffiness, everyone was happy. I forgot about the mountain of dishes that was to follow and the floor that NOW needed mopping. Jenkins Party Of SIX, enjoyed and danced the morning away to delicious pancakes. Together.

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From You Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon

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Spring Vibes Only!

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Warmers days, oh how I miss you. Please hurry and come our way! It’s hard being stuck in the house all day without getting outside for some masked fresh air and sunshine. These cold, icy, snow and grey days has really messed with “I’m a great MOMMA” to “MOMMA needs a time out”.

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I’ve ALWAYS wanted to be a WFHM! I wanted to run the business, the house, decorate, bake, have the kids in perfect coordinating outfits and play(momma)dates. I wanted to be able to put my child into swimming lessons on a Wednesday, at noon. Be the first momma in the pick up line, while in my perfect mom lounge outfit that only took me “5 minutes” to throw together. Humhmm, Editors please! I’m lucky if somedays I get to put on Chapstick (joke, between Shaun and I). If the kids even have on matching socks and if we can make it to soccer practice by 4pm, on time. Please, don’t get me wrong I LOVE being a momma, but being on momma duty all day, with out a break is CHAOTIC!  It’s like I go to sleep being bossed around and wake up with the same job responsibilities.

So, let’s EDIT our way into Spring Vibes, outdoor play and constant sunshine! EDITORS, Now that I’m done with my Timeout, let’s go put CocoMelon into Timeout!

From your Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon🌸

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How To Side Hustle With Fiverr

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How To Side Hustle With Fiverr

Learn How to Side Hustle with Fiverr

Here I will show you how you can easily set up a free account and start selling your product or services today!

The popular Gigs on the platform include:

  • Graphic Design – Logo Design, Website Design, Flyer Design etc.
  • Writing – Blog Writing, Book Writing, Essay Writing etc.
  • Transcription – Typing, Translations etc.
  • Video Creation – Business Videos, Funny Videos, Gift Videos etc.
  • Social Media Management – Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram etc.
  • Ebook Cover Designing
  • Voiceovers
  • Website Building
  • Relationship Advisors
  • Celebrity Impersonators

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Fiverr is a great place to make money from home.  If you’ve never heard of it, it’s an online market place where anyone can sign up and sell and buy services, known as ‘Gigs’ from $5 upwards. Trust me, there will be a Gig that you can sell on Fiverr to make money.

DON’T PANIC if you can’t do any of these. This is just a tiny example. There are many many more Gigs created and sold regularly.  To get an idea, browse around and take a look at the type of products and services people are selling.  Some are just plain crazy and some are so simple, anybody can do them.

Plan Your Gig

To get started, you need to plan your Gig. The key here is to let your imagination run a little wild and see what you can come up with.  Make a list of skills that you have or ideas you could use and run some searches on Fiverr to see who else is doing something similar, how much they charge, how many reviews they have etc.  This will give you an idea whether there is a market for your product or service.

Don’t worry if somebody else is already selling the service you want to sell, that’s a good sign that there’s a market for it.  You just need to make sure you stand out from the crowd.

Think about what you are good at or what you are interested in.  If you feel you have no skill, then learn one.  There are so many Youtube tutorials available these days that will teach you a skill in no time.  That being said, many of the Gigs on Fiverr  don’t require much skill at all so it really is open to everybody.

Once you’ve taken a look around Fiverr, familiarized yourself with the Platform and set up your free ad, it’s time to get started.

At this point, if you are still unsure of where to start, you can learn from someone who is already making big money on Fiverr.  This is something I always do, learn from someone who is already doing it!

Create Your Gig

Once you have decided on what you want to sell then it’s time to create your Gig.  Keep your title short but punchy and carefully choose your words for your Gig title.  Here are some good examples of the type of title you should think about:

  • I will create 3 amazing Pinterest graphics for you in 24 hours.
  • I will create a professional CV to help you land your dream job.
  • I will create a stunning line illustration.
  • I will create the perfect instruction manual for your product.

Create Your Gig Image

If you take a look through the Gigs on Fiverr you’ll see that some images stand out better than others.  Use these to inspire you to create your own image.

Either way, you need to make sure that it looks professional – this will be your shop window!

Your Gig Description

Again take a look at other descriptions to see the type of things that people write.  This is an important part of your Gig and you want to get it right so don’t rush it.  Your description is what will help somebody decide whether to spend money with you or choose somebody else to do the job.

Sell yourself!  Write a confident description that makes the customer feel that they can trust you to do a great job in the time specified.

Imagine that you are the customer and ask yourself the question, would you buy from you?

Tags

Once you’ve written your description, fill in your tags to ensure that your Gig will come up in the Fiverr results when somebody searches for those keywords.  If you are unsure what tags to use, type in some keywords in the search bar and see what Gigs appear.  This will give you an idea of whether your keyword description is correct.

Delivery Duration

Next set your delivery duration.  This is the time you promise to deliver your service in. Make sure you can deliver confidently on time.

Getting Orders

Once you have set up your Gig you are ready to start taking orders.  However, don’t expect the orders to just roll in, you may need to do a little more work.

Here are a few ways you can increase your chances of getting your first orders.

  • Set up more than one Gig.
  • Promote your Gigs on social media.
  • Get some friends or family to order gigs from you and leave you great reviews.
  • Create a lower price Gig for services to help land your first Gig. Then increase your services after you are confident with your turnaround.
  • Use Buyer Request (This is essentially the tool that helps you to find buyers who are looking for the Gigs you are offering.  You can then send them an offer).  This is one of the best ways to get your first orders on Fiverr!

Getting Paid

Getting paid is really easy.  When somebody places an order with you they pay Fiverr, then when you complete the order, Fiverr pays you 80%.

So that’s how you can start making money on Fiverr.  Once you get going, how much money you make is really up to you and the effort you put into it.  It’s a simple business system that anyone can have a go at for free so why not give it a try!

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From your favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon