If your garage is still filled with clutter from the summer, get to it now before it gets too cold. You’ll appreciate the time spent getting things in order when you can pull your car all the way into the garage before a snowstorm. According to a survey by the US Department of Energy, 25%…
Most people have old, expired medication in a bathroom, kitchen or mixed in with toiletries. For the safety of children and pets, it is important not to have old medicine lying around–not to mention the extra clutter it causes. Medications also lose their effectiveness, and may even have the opposite effect becoming harmful once expired….
Yesterday I spoke to a smart man who purchased what his wife would REALLY appreciate for Valentines Day. It’s one thing to buy her another lovely piece of clothing, but is last year’s gift lost in a corner of the closet? Maybe the perfect gift would be to really know what’s in that closet and…
The beginning of a new year is a great time for a fresh start. What can you do to make 2018 your most organized yet? Here are a few tips to start the year off right: Set Goals Take time to write down goals for the year both personally and professionally. Chart a plan…
It’s a good idea to organize your refrigerator in preparation of the holidays or hosting any gathering. Here are some tips to get your fridge in order: Whittle it down. 25% of the food we purchase, we don’t even eat! Use up what you have before adding more. Especially before the holidays, clean out that…
Are you hosting a holiday gathering and currently overwhelmed by chaos? It’s time to get moving and let the deadline supply your momentum. Research shows that spending just a few minutes on cleaning and organizing can actually improve your mood. It gives you a sense of accomplishment–at least you’ve started even if you’re just making…
Fall is here, sweaters and coats should now be fully accessible. Do you know where your sweaters are? If you were in an organized mode last spring and put them away neatly, you’ll enjoy taking them out, freshly folded and contained. If, however, you shoved them into a corner of the closet, this process may…
Is your garage organized enough to head into the winter season? If not, take advantage of the neck weather to get things done before it’s too late. According to a survey done by the U.S. Department of Energy, 25% of people with two-car garages don’t park any cars in them, and 32% only have room…
We all have cell phones and electronics that need accompanying headphones, chargers and numerous cords. Keeping those items corralled in a purse or bag can be an ongoing challenge. Spending a few minutes in thought about how to best organize the electronic items you need will be time well spent. It’s no fun to sift…
The recent hurricanes have shown us all how the fury of Mother Nature can tear your world apart quickly. The sudden loss of everything is unimaginable. It got me thinking that we never really know when disaster can strike. Being prepared and organized in case of a disaster can’t save lives, but it can definitely…