Timeout is over.

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*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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Shannon 🌸💕

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Happy Blog Birthday: The EDIT Chaos!

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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!

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Shannon

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Blogging Tips

31 FALL BLOG POST IDEAS TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT POST

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31 Great FALL Blog Posts To Get You Inspired.

With today being the first day of fall, I admittedly am happy for the season and all its activities. Fall is such a fun and festive time of the year and provides an endless amount of inspiration for content ideas! After dealing with so much in the world, it’s great to have something fun to look forward to. So get inspired by these great fall post ideas.

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In Preparation for the upcoming season and the fact that, I will doing my very first Blogtober! I thought I should come up with a list of ideas to help myself and fellow bloggers, to keep the creative juice following. If you do not know what blogtober IS, its when bloggers post every day for the month of October until Halloween. SOUNDS, simple but writers block is a real thing! So with that being said, I went ahead and made list of ideas to help you plan out your October calendar and to help you come up with some seasonal posts.

GREAT FALL POST IDEAS:

FALL FASHION IDEAS:

- Must-Have Basics for FALL
- FALL Fashion On A Budget
- Tips On Layering Clothing
- Affordable Fall Footwear
- Different Ways To Style Plaid
- Halloween Costumes Ideas
- FALL Work Wear

FALL TRAVEL IDEAS:

FALL Bucket List
Pumpkin Patch Visits
FALL Fair
Best Hiking Spots
Apple Picking
Best FALL Day Trips
Best Places To View Foliage

FALL FOOD IDEAS:

Thanksgiving Recipes
Healthy FALL Snacks
Foootball Snacks and Spreads
Best Pie For Fall
Best And Easy Sloe Cooker Recipes
Drink Reipes

FALL HOME/DECOR IDEAS:

Porch Decorating Ideas
Bedroom Refresh
Table Settings ideas
Pantry Staples For FALL
Pumpkin Craving Ideas

FALL BEAUTY IDEA:

FALL Lip colors
FALL Moisturizers
Best FALL Mascara
FALL Hair Colors To Try

What is your Favorite thing about Fall? I love a good family hike and along with apple picking and Pumpkin patch activites. But, To be fair just being able to spend time with friends and family enjoying the colors of the season is probably the best activity of all. New Season, is time for new perspectives and new opportunities for growth! #EDITtoTHRIVE, #EDITtoGROW, #EDITintotheSEASON. Still looking for post Ideas, check out How To Have Success with Blogging.-A simple Way

From Your Favorite EDITOR of CHAOS,

Shannon

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Blogging Tips

Be your own Motivation!…Keep Going

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Hey Friends, Hey!

Be Your Own Motivation!!… Keep Going!

Tip of the DAY!….. Be your own Motivation and just keep going. Believe in yourself.

You F*cking got This!! … just keep going!💕🌸 Be Your Own Motivation!

From Your Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon

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Blogging Tips

How To Have Success with Blogging.-A simple Way

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Hey Friend, Hey!

When I first started this Blog, I had no Idea that Blogging as a hobby, would turn into a full-time income. I originally started my Blog as a way to Vent and to clear my mind. When this blog first started, before anyone knew about it, I started out of fear, confusion, disgust, sadness and anger. I needed a way to express myself, so I started to write. Some of my unpublished post are sad and dark, but throughout my blogging journey they’ve became bright, humorous and delightful.They have become ME. I was becoming me again, so I decided to hit the PUBLISH button and I am very glad I did. I am happy with the work I have put into my blog and the fact, that I can now call my blog a full-time job with a full-time income.

Here are my tips to making Any blog A full-time career.

Be Authentic

Being true to yourself makes you a better writer and more relatable to your readers. Not everyone will like what you post, but I’m here to tell you someone will read and want to continue to read your content. The majority of your readers will be complete strangers and Trust me, It is OKAY! Also, trust your creativity!

Research Your Readers.

Dedicate a lot of time in researching how blogs work, how they can make money, how to attract readers, then tackle the list. I, personally was so determined to figure out how to publish and market my blog for FREE. I knew a little about blogging but I needed to dig deeper, to figure out how to make my blog a business and how I could make an income from my blog. A Blog can be very fulfilling and is a great source of income, but I will tell you it’s more than just writing and posting on social media. It’s work and dedication.

Engage with your readers.

Get involved with your current readers. Engage with them on social media, RePin post, give props, authentically cheer them on. I have had great success with Pinterest For growing my blog readers. I personally like that Pinterest helps you grow, and it is not ALL about the number of followers you have. But more so your engagement with the people that like and RePIN your post. Do not get me wrong IG, Twitter and TikTok are great platforms for growing your blog, I personally enjoy the success with Pinterest.

Ask your readers what they want.

By being on multiple social media platforms, will want to know which posting preference your readers enjoy more. This also helps with monetizing your blog. A lot of brands look at this when you work with them. It doesn’t matter how big your following is, but at least have a presence. I started monetizing my blog with a very small following (mainly because my pages have been private-Read my Year of blogging post). But, with that being said I have also worked with great brands with some great opportunities that came my way.

**Do NOT worry what others say or think. Let them be your motivation.**

Read that again! It is so easy to compare yourself to others. But, Their middle is not your beginning. We ALL have to start somewhere. Motivate yourself, to enjoy YOUR process, let that be your story. Your story is what makes you unique and makes you stand out. I was told that I could never have success with my blog, because I did not post on Instagram. Just because IG, is someone else’s preferred traffic driver, However it is NOT mine. Stay Authentic to yourself and the success will come banging at your door.

Schedule and Plan.

Its so easy to quit and not write for days, with the crazy schedule that you have going on. But,I promise once a schedule is in place and you make it consistent you will want to write. When you go into writing with a clear head space, you perform better. I was guilty of blogging burn-out, so I cute back to only publishing two days a week. This gave me more time to plan out,what I wanted to write and schedule out my days. I can schedule up to a month on content, that I wrote in two days or publish more whenever I see fit, but making sure I publish at least two a week. DO whatever makes you feel comfortable.!

Have Fun!!

I hope this helped…

Hey Friend! I like to tell this side of my story, because I know that my chaos and fear resinate with other mommas, women and people out here, just trying to make it throughout the day. But, I am here to tell you, if you believe that you’re not just the the spark, but the whole D*mn Firecracker, you can do anything you set out to do. Our biggest fear is the unknown, but what if the the unknown is our biggest blessing?!?!

Your Favorite Editor Of Chaos,

Shannon

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The Best Books For A Wealthy And Positive Lifestyle

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A Great Mindset, To A Positive Lifestyle.

A Positive Lifestyle is Investing in yourself.

It means investing in a better you, a smarter you, a wiser you. Investing in your positive lifestyle, is also a form of self-care. It is taking the time, money, wisdom and resources to elevate your current life situation. To create a positive Lifestyle that will help you Thrive, into the best version of you.

A main way I was able to invest in my self was , READING.

I dedicated time to help my growth and to learn how I could be better in my life situations. I Started reading books that pushed me put of my comfort zone and forced my mind to reprogram, to influence my subconscious thoughts.

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Here is a list of books that I read to Invest in myself and completely turn my thought process around and to help me run a successful business, blog and just a better ME to A Positive Lifestyle.

1.Rich Dad Poor Dad

By Robert T Kiyosaki

A Book that teaches a valuable lesson. Check this out, the Lower and (somewhat) middle class work for their money, while the upper middle and upper class have their money work for them. BAM, if that doesn’t make you rethink somethings, then what will.

2.You Are A BadAss

By Jen Sincero

This book provides great exercise, tell amazing stories to help you identify your self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors, to get what you deserve in life.

3. You are a BadAss at making money

By Jen Sincero

This book focuses on money mindset and wealth creation. Pushing you pass your fears to create the bank account you want and deserve.

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4. Rich as F*ck

By Amanda Frances

If you want a laugh, this is it. Amanda talks about how to Manifest the money you want and how to make your money work for you. This books talks about how to use your money everyday and once you look at your money differently, you will have a positive outlook on how to keep your money to fit your lifestyle.

5. The Greatest Secret

By Rhonda Byrne

This book is teaches fundamental concepts of Law Of Attraction and Manifestation. It teaches you that you become what you think and you attract what you think most.

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6. The 4-hour work Week

By Timothy Ferriss

This books talks about how we work our lives away to earn money only to enjoy it after retirement, is NOT living.

Books are what I used to help me grow my mindset with money and life. These books may not be your reading choice, but what is your choice, is to Evaluate yourself, to live and to have a life that thrives and that you deserve. A Positive Lifestyle to Help You Thrive!

If you like this post, Be sure to check out Thriving with Self-Care Journaling.

From your Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon

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Must Have Camping Essentials

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Your Must Have Camping Essentials

The Must Have Camping Essentials:

Fall is quickly approaching and with the changing of the seasons, These Must Have camping essentials are perfect to get in a fun camping experience under the stars, for your entire crew can enjoy.

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Air Mattress

Camping Stove

Coleman Propane Gas Cylinder

Folding Chairs

Qzark camping Light

Qzark family camping tent

Coleman Wheeled cooler

Portable power station

Qzark Camping portable table

Be Smart First aid Kit

Everyone Can Enjoy a night under the stars, with these simple, but essential camping must-haves. Remember it’s not about having perfect experience, but actually having the experience with your people that matter the most. So, grab your crew and start pitching your tent.

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also check out What To Buy page for more great shopping essentials. If you do,Like this post be sure to check out THIS POST, on ways to reduce your Carbon Footprint.

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Shannon

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How To Get More Done In Less Time

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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

My Faves

Work From Home Favorites, Everyone Needs

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Work From Home Favorites From Amazon

Work From Home Jobs are trending more than ever now. With Every one switching how they’re working now and how the old 9-5 job is no longer the only way to make a living. A lot of people are starting businesses from home or working remotely for a company in their home. This list of favorites consist items that will help you thrive while working from home and my you productive.

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1. Apple AirPods Pro– Enough said, they’re great for keeping you focus and blocking out the Chaos around

2. Ever Lasting Under Desk Memory foam Foot Pillow-Great for posture and circulation

3. U Brand Monthly Dry Erase Calendar– I use one for work and for our family command station.

4. The 4-Hour Workweek– Must read!!! work smarter, not harder.

5. Hydro Flask wide mouth water bottle-We must all hydrate in order to thrive.

6. Notebook Journal– writing that sh*t out will open doors to a better you.

7. Blue Light Glasses– protecting your eyes is key.

8. Ember Smart Mug– This mug is also great for traveling.

9. Mooas Cube Timer– absolutely love this timer, I use it for everything. comes in multiple colors.

Also checkout other shopping guides, like How To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint As A Large Family.

Your Favorite Editor Of Chaos,

Shannon

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Books To Help Achieve A Wealthy Mindset.

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A Thriving Mindset To A Wealthy Lifestyle.

Investing in yourself does not always mean new this or that. It means investing in a better you, a smarter you, a wiser you. It is taking the time, money, wisdom and resources to better your current life situation.

A main way I was able to invest in my self was , READING.

*This post may contain affiliate links for products I like and/or that I feel will benefit you. If you purchase the items using the links, I may be compensated at no cost to you.

Here is a list of books that I read to Invest in myself and completely turn my thought process around and to help me run a successful business, blog and just a better ME.

1.Rich Dad Poor Dad

By Robert T Kiyosaki

This Book teaches a valuable lesson. That the Lower and (somewhat) middle class work for their money, while the upper middle and upper class have their money work for them. BAM, if that doesn’t make you rethink somethings, then what will.

2.You Are A BadAss

By Jen Sincero

This book provides great exercise, tell amazing stories to help you identify your self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors, to get what you deserve in life.

3. You are a BadAss at making money

By Jen Sincero

This book focuses on money mindset and wealth creation. Pushing you pass your fears to create the bank account you want and deserve.

4. Rich as F*ck

By Amanda Frances

5. The Greatest Secret

By Rhonda Byrne

This book is teaches fundamental concepts of Law Of Attraction and Manifestation. It teaches you that you become what you think and you attract what you think most.

6. The 4-hour work Week

By Timothy Ferriss

This books talks about how we work our lives away to earn money only to enjoy it after retirement, is NOT living.

These may not be your reading choice, but what is your choice, is to better yourself, to live and to have a thriving life that you deserve.

From your Favorite Editor of Chaos,

Shannon

Happy Blog Birthday!

Happy Valentines Day or Galantines

31 Great FALL Blog Posts To Get You Inspired.

GREAT FALL POST IDEAS:

FALL FASHION IDEAS:

FALL TRAVEL IDEAS:

FALL FOOD IDEAS:

FALL HOME/DECOR IDEAS:

Hey Friends, Hey!

Be Your Own Motivation!!… Keep Going!

Hey Friend, Hey!

Be Authentic

Research Your Readers.

Engage with your readers.

Ask your readers what they want.

Do NOT worry what others say or think. Let them be your motivation.

Schedule and Plan.

A Great Mindset, To A Positive Lifestyle.

A Positive Lifestyle is Investing in yourself.

Your Must Have Camping Essentials

The Must Have Camping Essentials:

Fall is quickly approaching and with the changing of the seasons, These Must Have camping essentials are perfect to get in a fun camping experience under the stars, for your entire crew can enjoy.

*This post may contain affiliate links, I may earn a small compensation from qualifying purchases. All opinions and recommendations are my own. Your can full disclosure Here.

GUIDE TO TIME MANAGEMENT

Work From Home Favorites From Amazon

*This post may contain affiliate links, I may earn a small compensation from qualifying purchases. All opinions and recommendations are my own.

A Thriving Mindset To A Wealthy Lifestyle.

**Do NOT worry what others say or think. Let them be your motivation.**

This post may contain affiliate links, I may earn a small compensation from qualifying purchases. All opinions and recommendations are my own. Your can full disclosure* Here.