Finding time to do a little organizing around the house can be difficult. We will explore ways to use your unstructured time (when you have no planned activities). We will discover how to make the most of free time and get things done around the house. Unstructured time might be earmarked for organizing, but without […]
Quote of the Month “Letting go means to come to the realization that some people [stuff] are a part of your history, but not a part of your destiny.” ~ Steve Maraboli Although this quote was referring to people, I took the liberty of substituting ‘stuff.’ Just because an item has found its way into your home, […]
Do you do your laundry regularly? Or do you wait until you run out of underwear before you do it? Washing clothes is a necessary evil in all of our lives. Finding the best way to organize laundry and your laundry room is important to keep things running smoothly. Keeping the dirty clothes in check […]
This weekend starts the big travel season for the summer. Many people will be on the road and knowing how to organize a suitcase and pack effectively can get your travels started off on the right foot. Create a checklist with everything you might need. You can make a computer file or use my checklist. […]
Quote of the Month “The more you have, the more you are occupied. The less you have, the more free you are.” Mother Teresa I’ve never quoted Mother Teresa before but this quote caught my attention. Take into consideration the amount of time it takes to handle all your clothes, shoes, accessories, bulk food […]
It can be uncomfortable to think about what will happen with your estate, but it is a necessity if you want your wishes known. For most, procrastination is the biggest stumbling block. You may need medical care as you get older. Planning for your physical and financial care is an important step in your personal […]
The world is changing and if you are like most people, a large portion of your life is inside of your computer. Can you easily locate your digital tax returns? Your resume? Photos of your grandson’s birthday party? Clutter can be found on your computer as well as your office. Every time you save a […]
Quote of the Month “Eliminate the unnecessary so the necessary may speak.” Hans Hofmann This quote succinctly sums up why letting go of excess is so important. If you’ve ever had the experience of reducing the volume of stuff in a specific area in your home, you may relate to the joy one feels when […]
Even though we are moving into an age where people attempt to go paperless, we seem to have a ton of paper around the house. Getting it sorted and organized seems like an endless task. Here are some tips on making the process easier. Sorting This part of the process is the most difficult. You […]
Quote of the Month “The best way to find out what we really need is to get rid of what we don’t.” Marie Kondo Spend a few minutes each day or week identifying the items in your home or office you can live without. Don’t worry about what or where they’ll go – just make […]