BEFORE 30 DIARIES

Spring cleaning your room can be made easy with this simple step-by-step deep cleaning plan. Let me share a practical guide with you so we can work together to declutter your rooms. 1. Wait For The Wind To Settle  Timing is everything when it comes to spring cleaning, especially during seasonal transitions. It also depends on where you live. I'm from Kasi , so yeah, wind equals plenty of dust. Cleaning while dust is swirling around is basically asking for double the work. 2. Strip It Down Removing dirty bedsheets. Take down your curtains, remove your bedding, and even pull out your clothes that need a wash. Getting the "soft-stuff' out of the way makes it easier to clean surfaces and corners without obstacles.  Nothing beats the smell of freshly washed linen in a freshly deep-cleaned room. 3. Open Those Windows airing out the room Fresh air does half the job for you. Open your windows wide to let the breeze push out stale air and give your room an instant lift.    4....

They said to get paid doing what you love. What now when it's getting mundane? You go home and reset. Baking at a different setting with equipment that is not yours can be quite limiting on one's creativity, and that is exactly what I am going through, and more. It was not until I decided to bake for my family, as it is always a pleasure, with no limitations, of course. I suddenly felt at ease(considering i was also filming), but I felt freer in my loungewear with no apron and not needing a rolling pin to lay the dough and no one on my shoulder criticizing the shape or size of my scones. So please allow me to share the recipe . 8 cups of flour 4 teaspoons of baking powder 1 cup of sugar 2 eggs 1 cup of Amasi/ Medium cream 2 teaspoons of vanilla essence 300g of cold butter A. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. B. Add the cold butter to the mix and create a crumbly texture. C. Mix wet ingredients together in a separate bowl. D. Combine all the ingredients and knead the dough, bu...

  Creamy Samp Recipe for Picky Eaters: Hiding The Beans We’ve all seen different types of samp and bean combinations, and South Africa's favorite type is kidney beans. However, when you have picky eaters at home, it can be a challenge to get them to enjoy a dish where beans are the star. Since July is peak winter here in the Vaal, I wanted to create a warm, hearty dish for my family. I didn’t feel like making soup, but I really wanted to use cannellini beans. I asked myself, "How can I hide these beans from their sight?" Most people add various ingredients to samp to make it rich and creamy—like creamer, powdered milk, potatoes, or cheese, and spices to make it more flavorful. Then an idea on how to hide the beans struck me: I’m going to grind these babies!! Creamy Samp Recipe Ingredients 500g Iwisa pre-soaked samp 250g cannellini beans (white beans) Salt (to taste) 50g butter Instructions Rinse and soak the samp and beans separately in warm wa...

When was the last time you truly rested? Resting is not just sleeping—it's about being intentional with your personal time. It's about doing what you love without feeling guilty or under pressure to be productive. The productivity culture has become toxic, creating a voice inside your head saying, "get up and do something," even to our own exhaustion. But it is okay to relax. Here is how to truly rest: A. Have a healthg schedule  Productivity emphasizes getting more work done in less time. A healthy schedule will allow you to step away, recharge, and return stronger. B. Get a hobby Pick a hobby that makes you feel content with life. It could be sport or being creative. My me-time is a non-negotiable, this, I will fight my family for (lol, they know it) I could do a lot, sleep in, or binge-watch Adam Sandler movies, the possibilities are endles C. Be present Resting creates an emotional, physical, and spiritual reset. Small habits like journaling, praying, or being gra...

Embrace /verb/ To accept readily or eagerly. Example: She embraced the journey willingly and with enthusiasm. The pashmina I'm wearing in the picture belongs to my mother; I sold it to her when I was selling Avon. Today, I went straight to her closet to find something to cover up with, and this little act reminded me of a time I was younger and the consequences of picking through her closet uninvited had me face-to-leather with the belt lol. During those times, I wasn't anxious. A trouble maker yes—but never worried. This past month and a half, I’ve been to and from my first-ever job. I’ve met some nice people, all older than me and experienced in both life and work. When I'm there, I clock in so focused on my job. There are times when I make mistakes with my orders and feel irritated at my co-workers due to miscommunication. I could go on forever about the working conditions, but I’ve learned to tell myself, You’re doing okay. Now I just go to work not because I want money...

Make shopping for groceries easy by following these 5 tips. As the one person in my family who mostly does grocery shopping, it has become easier to navigate this task. We are well aware that time moves faster, and we barely get some stuff done, one of them being shopping. However running errands can be easy as pie. Here are the tips you can use to make your life easier. Plan your meals ahead. Plan your meals in advance to simplify grocery shopping by purchasing only the ingredients needed for your recipes.  I believe this method works well for single-person household. Buy in bulk Consider buying in bulk to stock up on essentials like toiletries, dairy, grains, and meat. It reduces last-minute store trips.  Just ensure you have enough storage space at home and check the packaging for storage guidelines. Stick to the list At some point we have impulsively bought unnecessary things so, check your supplies and note any items that are low or empty to avoid duplicate purchases. Cre...