If you read my first post here, you know that my Grandma is a huge inspiration to me. The time I spent with her—both as a child and into adulthood—left me with treasured memories that I now love sharing with my girls. One of the most magical things about Grandma? I never realized just how much work her life as a homemaker entailed. That’s because she never made it look like grueling labor.

Here’s what I mean. Grandma was hospitable to everyone in her home—including herself. Now that I’m a homemaker, I see it clearly: she kept her home tidy for her. Homemaking didn’t drain her; it enriched her life. Her hobbies weren’t separate from her homemaking—they were woven into it, making her home feel warm, beautiful, and uniquely hers. She showed me that homemaking is both an art and an act of self-care.

But when I first started my own homemaking journey, I struggled. I felt ashamed that I was no longer “pulling my weight” financially, and that anxiety led me to worry excessively about what others thought—my husband, visitors, even the UPS delivery driver. I was frazzled and frustrated, constantly measuring myself against expectations that didn’t even exist. But here’s the truth: Nobody who matters is peeking through the curtains, waiting to judge you for how often (or not) you dust your bookshelves.

The moment I realized that my home is mine to care for—and that being home is a gift, not a burden—everything shifted. Homemaking became a joy, not a job. I get to be here for my daughters and educate them at home. I get to create a safe, comforting environment for my family. I get to prepare nourishing meals, cultivate hobbies I love, and build a life I don’t feel the need to escape from.

And here’s the thing—homemaking isn’t just for stay-at-home moms. It isn’t about owning a house or having endless hours in the day. Homemaking is about creating comfort and stability in an often unstable world. It’s about cultivating beauty, finding joy in the everyday, and making your home a place that truly feels like home.

No matter what your circumstances look like, homemaking is for you. And that, to me, is a beautiful thing.

Are you strugging to get into a routine as a homemaker? Check out my post “How to Create a Homemaking Routine That Works for YOU“