Miranda Anderson

As another year unfolded, lifestyle blogger and mom of three Miranda Anderson realized she felt weighed down by the mass of belongings her family had been accumulating. In an effort to pare down and cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude and abundance in their lives, she and her husband decided to embark on a minimalism challenge, where they would stop all unnecessary shopping for one year. It meant learning to use what they already had and being more creative. Less Stuff, More Adventure became their mantra as they focused on gaining enriching family moments and seeking personal development. Life became about only choosing what truly matters and simply disregarding the rest. With candid narrative of her experiences, insightful discussion of principles, and practical pages to fill in, Miranda s journey will empower the reader to make small, impactful changes to live more intentionally and will show that whatever they have today can be more than enough. This story of her family s year of no shopping has no hint of a holier-than-thou attitude. Instead, it s full of practical ideas for finding happiness in the life you have and helping your family step back from societal pressure to find joy in consumerism. It s full of great stories and applicable advice, and I promise you ll finish it feeling empowered to make the most of your own life. And I especially like it as a summer read to encourage taking advantage of all the wonderful things there are to enjoy without spending a dime. -Janssen Bradshaw, everyday-reading.com