It is often we can take the most important things to us for granted. Take for instance that I wake up in a soft, cozy bed with my loves around me in my HOME. In the morning, I get out of bed while it’s still dark, and I pause to listen at each door. Hearing their breathing sends my heart soaring, and I say a small prayer of thanks. It’s at those times I am truly thankful for my family just being there, and for a place for us to dwell. There is no doubt, a home is the key. Unfortunately, in reality not everyone is afforded such a peaceful feeling as they might be struggling from day to day.

Our family, like many, has been dealt hard times. In the past we have had many bills from various health setbacks to tend to that have had us living from paycheck to paycheck. It can be so hard on a family, however, it often strengthens them too. I don’t know what I’d do if we didn’t have a place for my kids to feel safe.

*this post is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity and collaborating sponsors. (see full disclosure)

Today, I’m here to bring attention to a national campaign called, “Home is the Key” created by Habitat for Humanity to address the nation’s rising affordable housing crisis. My hope is that you will help me promote awareness and even join me in helping others just like you did last year at this time.

First and foremost, I am thankful for just being able to have our home. Not only do we simply live here, but home is where we also homeschool our children. That alone is one powerful blessing.

Here are some facts to consider:

• One in four households in the U.S. pays more than 30% of income for housing and may have difficulty affording necessities such as food or clothing.
• Virtually nowhere in the U.S. can a full-time employee earning minimum wage afford a one-bedroom apartment. Even two such jobs won’t rent a two-bedroom apartment in 29 states and the District of Columbia.
• Affordable housing can improve health outcomes by freeing up family resources for nutritious food and health care expenses.*

*provided by Habitat for Humanity

Families deserve the chance to start off on the right foot in a home and have it be affordable too. Did you realize that owning a home affords you the opportunity to learn? I can speak from our own experience that we didn’t know much of anything about remodeling and repairing a home. In spite of our lack of knowledge, we chose to read, learn, and practice to hone our skills. Consequently, having a home as taught us many life-application skills that we can pass on to our children.

If anything, the least we can do is share on social media, right? With a few taps or clicks you can be helping – every little bit helps.  There is no doubt that if it weren’t for my family, my home wouldn’t have life in it. In fact, without my home, where would my family be?

With this in mind, let’s take a look at how you can help. It really is easy and, in some instances, won’t cost you a penny.

Visit or Shop to Support: Anyone can support Habitat for Humanity in three simple ways:

1. VISIT: habitat.org/homeisthekey and make a donation.
2. SHOP:
   • Chico’s FAS: Donate in-store or online at any of the Chico’s FAS brands mentioned below:
     • Chico’s: Every sale of a signature Slub Tee Shirt from April 1 – May 31 will support Habitat, as well as $5 from the sale of each gift card over $25 in value, up to $100,000.
     • White House Black Market: From April 1 – May 31, White House Black Market will donate $5 from the sale of each gift card over $25 in value, up to $50,000.
     • Soma Intimates: From April 1 – May 31, Soma will donate $5 from the sale of each gift card over $25 in value, up to $50,000.
   • At Home: In addition to featuring Habitat as the register fundraising partner throughout April, At Home will donate $4.55 per coaster from the sale of select coaster sets that give back to Habitat from April 1 – May 31.
   • O-Cedar: O-Cedar will donate $1 to Habitat for Humanity for every ProMist MAX Microfiber Spray Mop sold by O-Cedar to any U.S. retail channel in the U.S. from April 1 to May 31.
3. SHARE:

• • Nissan will donate $5 every time #HomeIsTheKey is shared on social media in April.

With these ideas in mind, I’m doing what I can to show support to this fantastic cause. Share the pin image below to get those donations rolling in. Remember, use the hashtag #HomeIsTheKey when sharing. Teddy says, “Thank you!”

Likewise, we would also love to hear your personal story. Leave a comment below telling how you have been helped in some way BIG or small that made the difference for you. I know I wouldn’t have been able to see my kids grow up in our home if it weren’t for others giving us a helping hand when we needed it most.

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Just by pinning and sharing you are helping! Thank you so much for joining me in supporting this Home is the Key campaign.

Up next, our mudroom remodel is complete. {{applause}} Finally, my mama brain can do a happy dance because I get to share with you how we upped our storage and organization game. Woot! See the end result HERE.

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