Teens and Their Rooms
Organizing a teen’s room can be a touchy subject. For 12 years the parents have been the ones to decide where to put the child’s belongings and how often to clean the room. However, as the child grows older he … Continued
Where to Begin?
“I have a room full of stuff that needs to be organized. But, every time I look at how much there is, I close the door and leave.” Does this sound familiar? Sometimes it is just easier to ignore the … Continued
What to do with an old flag
June 14 was Flag Day. If you have an American flag you no longer want, you can dispose of it two ways. If the flag is in good condition, you can donate it to a local VA cemetery where it … Continued
Organizing for Your Health
June 2015 Did you know that June is “Professional Wellness Month”? You might be wondering, “What does wellness have to do with organizing?” Plenty! I can’t tell you how often I hear my clients tell me how much better they … Continued
Happy National Photo Month!
My camera got quite a workout these past two weekends. The first weekend my children and I went away to Lancaster, PA to celebrate my birthday. This past Saturday my daughter graduated from university. Then, on Sunday I celebrated Mother’s … Continued
Happy RIM Month!
Did you know that April is “Records and Information Management Month (RIMM)?” — What a coincidence that it should fall on the same month when we are filing our tax returns. Or, at least, filing for an extension. — RIMM … Continued
Why you should downsize, even if you don’t move
I recently attended a networking event held by the Grass Roots Organization for the Well-Being of Seniors (GROWS). At the event I listened to a presentation on a new movement called “Villages.” The purpose of Villages is to help seniors … Continued
When love won’t do
February is the month of love — cards, flowers, and candy abound. However, you may not always feel the love if your significant other is disorganized. Here are some suggestions to help make life at home less stressful. • Set … Continued
Happy New Year!
The end of January is nearing. How are those 2015 Organizing Goals coming along? Why didn’t I say “Resolutions?” When we make New Year’s Resolutions we think big, and big can be intimidating. So much so, that our resolve to … Continued