Many of us take to the road during the holiday season. Before embarking on any road trip, it is essential to have an emergency kit and things to occupy your passengers. It is in your best interest to be prepared. Have an oil change and do any other routine maintenance if it is due before […]
DECEMBER 2016 “….some poems don’t rhyme, and some stories don’t have a clear beginning, middle and end. Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what’s going to happen next. Delicious Ambiguity.“ – Gilda Radner Moving Dad My beloved mother-in-law passed away in October – […]
Gift wrapping woes ’Tis the season to start wrapping gifts, and the stress of that chore can wreck your good mood. Unless you have things gift wrapped at the store, it’s something you’ll have to do. Here are some tips to organize your gift wrapping. Getting Started Doing all of your wrapping at once rather […]
Thanksgiving is already upon us. The kids come home, bring their families. Friends come over. You have to cook a big dinner. How can you do it all and stay organized through the weekend? Start with a game plan Take a look around your home with an objective eye. Try to see what others see […]
NOVEMBER 2016 “Better safe than sorry.” Parents worldwide Read on to see how you can be safer in your home! What I Wish I Had Known On Monday morning, October 17th, we were the unfortunate victims of a burglary. At about 5:00 am, someone(s) […]
We all aspire to be organized people. But realistically, not everyone can get organized. Others have problems staying organized. So what do disorganized people do to stay ahead of the clutter? Dust collectors Don’t use it? For someone who has a difficult time with clutter, the less stuff you have, the better off you will […]
Shopping in your own closet It’s time to take a shopping trip in your closets. As you add clothing to your closets, it’s time to edit your wardrobe to make more space. What’s an easy way to do that? Go shopping! Take everything out of the closet. It’s a pain, but the best way to […]
OCTOBER 2016 When you’re ‘in it’ it’s very hard to imagine moving beyond the struggle. If you are one of the many, many folks who struggle with paper accumulation, consider participating in a 3 week program that can change your life. Literally. Read on to learn more. H.O.W. to Get Organized Getting organized is easier […]
Household bills – we’ve all got them Whether you are tech savvy or not, organizing the household bills is a chore that can be simplified and streamlined. We all have payments that need to be made on a monthly, semi-annual or annual basis. Online banking and bill paying Most banks have online bill paying. It’s […]
Need to downsize? If you need a little extra cash and are either moving into a smaller place or just want to clear out a few closets, there are new ways other than yard sales, swap meets or flea markets. Websites or mobile apps for selling your stuff are available to help. Many of these […]