As busy women, we are bombarded daily by forces that threaten to pull us away from our core selves. We are consumed with our numerous roles as moms, wives, daughters, siblings, friends, employers and colleagues. Our schedules burgeon with phone calls, texts, social media, television, meetings, school activities, housework and errands. We shove and stuff the "must-dos" into a 24-hour day until there is barely any room for "me." This cycle repeats and rolls into weeks, months, years, and before we realize it, decades. Over time, this kind of living can tax our bodies, minds, hearts and souls. Apart from the mental, physical and emotional ramifications of living a hectic life, we've been robbed of the precious gift of time. How can we cherish the time we've been given, the time we have left? The answer is to live simply. The simple life is about savoring every moment gifted to us. Simple living can be attained easily, and without much cost, in and around our homes. To begin, we must first choose to live simply, then take small, intentional steps to create daily habits that form a lifestyle. Living a simple life gives us more time for ourselves and with our loved ones. It also makes our time here on earth more joyful, meaningful and peaceful. Choose to begin the simple living journey - now!