Believe it or not, getting organized is FUN.
Getting organized is fun!
If you’re here chances are you are looking to reduce the stressors in your life and take control over what you can. Life can pull us in so many different directions and time is such a precious resource. One of my top goals is to help my clients create a functional living space that works for them. Do you know what happens when your space works for you? In my opinion, it means you work less. Imagine what that means… you gain time, energy, and get to actually enjoy being home.
Another one of my top goals for my clients is to normalize that perfection is not the goal. We do not need to live in the perfect house having it always perfectly clean. What we do need is a space that welcomes us home after a long day, a space that tells not just a story, but our story.
Now I know you’re reading this to figure out what part of organizing is fun and the answer is actually quite simple… You don’t have to do it alone. Working with Simply Self Homes means you have support, guidance, and an outsiders eye to find the practical solutions for your space. Collaboration is an integral piece of the work we do. What that means is you get to be you, kids get to be kids, and pets… well we know that our families wouldn’t be complete without our furry loved ones (just sometimes with less mess!).
You’ve made it this far, you’re building a life you love. Let me help you feel at home.
Who is Simply Self Homes For?
Simply Self Homes offers services for your families specific needs based on your goals and lifestyle.
As a mom of three young girls I often look back on different phases, or Eras as Taylor would say, I’ve lived. Being a parent has brought more happiness and color to my life than I ever could have imagined. But with that, has come crisis and mess at times. Often, I find myself nostalgic of simplicity. Going out to dinner for a table for two- sign me up! Going to bed and waking up when I want- incredible. If you are in the thick of parenting let’s remember this is temporary. Our homes filled with chaos, giggles, and screams will one day be oddly quiet. Simply Self Homes strives to help you find peace in your space through practical solutions and systems so we can enjoy the giggles and manage the screams.
Remember I mentioned Eras? Well it’s important because while I may be in my parenting era I was also once a single young professional, moving in with a boy from Kansas (that means all the sports memorabila), and expecting my first baby. You may not have children, spouse, or pets, but you do go home. Getting to know you and your story will help identify what direction your space needs to go. I can tell you it’s only up from here.
We get creative creating space
It all begins with an idea.
Living in Florida: Making the Most of Your Space
Living in Florida comes with plenty of perks. The weather is gorgeous most of the year, and when it’s too hot, there’s always a pool or the beach calling your name. St. Petersburg in particular is such a gem — full of unique businesses, creativity, and personality, but it still manages to hang onto that small-town feel.
The St. Pete Market Reality
The real estate market here has been booming, and with that growth comes change. Our city is evolving, which is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re thinking about buying or selling.
One thing I know firsthand: homes in Florida don’t always come with the kind of extra space many people are used to in other parts of the country. No basements. No big bonus rooms. Often, no official “playroom.” Every square foot matters, and if you’ve got kids, toys usually land right in the middle of the main living space.
As a Realtor, I help clients see both the potential in homes and the reality of how they function day-to-day. But in my own life, moving wasn’t realistic for us right now. The only option? Make our home work better for us and let go of the idea that we needed more space.
Getting Creative with What You Have
I’ve learned that limitations don’t have to be roadblocks — they can actually push you to get creative.
Our stair closet “playroom”: What was once a dark little storage spot became a toy room my kids were thrilled to call their own. My two-year-old still insists it’s her “playroom.”
The garage redo: With no basement or playroom, toys and art supplies were creeping into every corner of our living space. So, we added a window A/C unit, rugs, and some cozy touches to the garage. Now it’s an art space, a Barbie land, and a play zone — all while still holding our storage.
None of this required a contractor or major renovation. Just a willingness to rethink how we used the space we already had. And honestly? It’s made our home feel so much bigger and calmer.
Why It Matters
Whether you’re buying, selling, or staying put, your home should work for your real life. Sometimes that means finding the right property in a competitive market. Other times, it’s about reimagining the space you already live in.
And honestly? With three kids, no basement, and no official playroom, I get it — the chaos is real. But I’ve also learned that Florida families can get really creative. A closet can turn into a playroom, a garage can double as an art studio, and small spaces can still feel big when they actually work for you.
That’s what I love most about what I do — helping families cut the stress, get creative, and find more joy in their everyday spaces (whether that’s through real estate or rethinking the home you’re already in).