Mounds of family photos? December 22 Quote of the Month “A photographer is like a cod, which produces a million eggs in order that one may reach maturity.” -George Bernard Shaw There are so many beautiful quotes about photographs…. but the quote above will hopefully guide you in reducing the volume of photographs in your […]
Clutter solutions We all have clutter in our homes. How do we turn it around and reduce the amount of stuff in our homes? We have times when we don’t feel like organizing or putting things away. However, it can quickly accumulate into a problem. Here are some clutter solutions to make life easier. Problem: […]
It’s shopping season! As the shopping season kicks into high gear, how do you keep yourself in check? Super sales can be irresistible… but every time you resist, you will feel so proud of yourself! Make a list Make a list of all of the gifts you need. Check them off as you identify […]
Are you your own worst enemy? November 2019 Quote of the Month ” Clutter is not just the stuff on the floor. It’s anything that stands between you and the life you want to be living. “ -Peter Walsh Yikes – that’s rather blunt. But true. Think about the mental clutter going on in your […]
We all have dreams and aspirations of being organized. But you might ask yourself, “How do I start organizing?” Every journey begins with a first step, so here is some help to get you going. No guilt trips Stop feeling guilty, embarrassed or anxious about the clutter. Forget about yesterday and start making a change […]
Whenever you make a change in your life, good or bad, there are side effects. The side effects that come from getting organized can be like a huge weight being lifted from your shoulders. Here are some of benefits of being organized: You feel more relaxed and calm. Clutter is a major cause of stress […]
Stopping Over-Shopping Get some strategies and advice about stopping over-shopping and other tips in this issue of Tips and Tricks. Quote of the Month “You may think something is too great to let go, but sometimes greater things can only happen after you let go.” -Curiano.com How does this relate to something you’re holding on […]
Finding Your Kitchen Counters Quote of the Month “If you start now, you’ll begin seeing results one day earlier than if you start tomorrow.” -Seen on Gigi Causey’s Facebook Page (Gigi is an amazing realtor, by the way). It’s hard to argue with that logic, right? So what one thing can you do TODAY instead […]
Fear is the parent of procrastination. Procrastination is the thief of time. Time is money. ~ Unknown Procrastination in keeping your home organized can have its roots in fear or other emotions. Procrastination leads to clutter and clutter leads to more procrastination. Once you get a handle on that, you can let it go and […]
We all have too many pairs of jeans, but it’s because they’re a staple in our wardrobes. At least once a year though, it’s time to take a look at your jeans and purge some of them. Start by evaluating your jeans. Look at the style, fit, length and condition. Then make a quick decision […]