One of the things that stinks about being a grown-up is all of the shoulds … you should buy a house, you should have life insurance, you should have a will and you should definitely be prepared for a disaster. I’m about to turn 45 so I can check most of those boxes. But when …
Clutter in our homes can be stressful. Piles of mail and paperwork, unworn clothes, too many toys, electronics, cords, cables and miscellaneous household goods can get us down even in the best of times. Add to this an additional major life stressor, and the clutter can be paralyzing. This month, I’m stepping away from my …
February is a short, cold and snuggly month. We celebrate Valentine’s on the 14th but really, shouldn’t we celebrate our love every day? And what better place to start that celebration than in the bedroom? Keeping that room organized and tidy is just one more way to encourage relaxation and romance…here’s how (cue Barry White …
[dropcap type=”2″]Y[/dropcap]ou can’t pick up a magazine or newspaper in January without seeing some article about getting organized … doing it In 10 Simple Steps or In 30 Days or In Just 10 Minutes a Day! Organization, like any other goal, might be popular to strive for in a new year, but truthfully, it takes …
As we barrel along towards the end of 2014, overeating, overshopping, overdrinking and overdoing, I think it’s helpful to pause and think for a moment about what we can have less of in our lives. The things that surround us often serve a purpose. But some items also evoke emotions, and not all of those …
>> Create zones in your workspace. Think ahead to how you cook in your kitchen and try to group like with like. If baking is your forte, gather the tools you typically use to bake and store them together in one cabinet (mixing bowls, dry goods, spices, measuring cups, etc.). If you’re more of a …
If you had to guess, how many items do you think you possess in your home? I’m talking everything from paper clips to books to shoes to kitchen gadgets. If you fall in the average category of Americans, it’s probably around 300,000 things. If your home is larger than the typical 2,500 square feet in our …
The idea of “Just Do It” is more than a Nike slogan from the past. It’s also a trusted time management tool for getting ‘er done. Sometimes, tasks that take 5 minutes or less are better to knock out now so they don’t pile up. Numerous short to-do’s, when combined, can take all weekend to …
A later Thanksgiving this year meant shopping season was upon us before the turkey was even out of the oven. If you’re just starting to make your list and check it twice, I’ll share a few of my favorite “get organized” gifts for the Neat Freak (or maybe slightly “messy”) on your list! Label Maker …
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