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From my desk to yours
I started this blog because I believe home and life should be built around what brings you joy.
Here, I share the tools, systems, and mindset shifts that help my clients (and me) trade overwhelm for ease.
Think of this space as your quiet corner for clarity — where structure creates space, and space makes room for joy.
~Kara

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Our Thanksgiving Rhythm: Recipes, Rituals & a System That Makes It All Feel Easy
Traditions, calm rhythms, and the little systems that make it enjoyable. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays — slow, cozy, chaotic in the best way, and full of traditions that we’ve carried for decades. The food is comforting, the routines are familiar, and the day has a rhythm our whole family slips into with ease. But here’s the part people don’t always talk about: That feeling doesn’t happen by accident. Good food, calm energy, and a beautiful day together happens
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Nov 125 min read
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Kids at Home: How to Make Fall + Winter Breaks Easier (for Everyone)
A My Home COO Guide to Sanity-Saving Routines, Activities & Delegation Strategies Fall and winter breaks sound dreamy on paper — cozy mornings, baking, family time, slower days. But for most parents? They mean double the logistics, triple the meals, and zero quiet moments. Suddenly everyone is home… But work still needs your brain, laundry still piles up, and kids still need something to do every five minutes. The good news? Breaks don’t have to feel chaotic. With a little st
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Nov 73 min read
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How to Plan for Holiday Travel Without Losing Your Mind
Between flight changes, packing lists, pet care, and remembering who’s bringing the pie — it’s no wonder holiday travel can feel like a full-time job. For years, I was the one juggling every detail — until I started treating family travel the same way I ran executive operations: with systems and delegation. Whether you’re flying across the country or just coordinating a few days away, the right prep and systems can turn holiday travel from hectic  to handled. Here’s how to si
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Nov 53 min read
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The Gift of Time
Skip the stress. Give the gift of time — for yourself or someone you love — with My Home COO’s thoughtful support and services.
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Oct 312 min read
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Your Holiday Delegation Plan: Hand Off the Chaos Before It Starts
The holidays have a way of sneaking up on even the most organized among us. What starts as excitement for family time and cozy traditions can quickly become a checklist of logistics, errands, and expectations that fall squarely on your shoulders. But what if this year could feel different? What if you could stay calm and  prepared — because you didn’t do it all yourself? That’s exactly what this Holiday Delegation Plan is designed to help you do. Photo by Benjamin Elliott  on
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Oct 292 min read
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How to Protect Your Bandwidth (and Why Leaders Do)
Bandwidth is your most valuable leadership asset — but few protect it. Learn 5 ways to defend your mental space at home and work like a true COO.
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Oct 242 min read
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