As summer wraps up, Fall is here and Winter is just around the corner. Here in California we had ridiculous heat the past two weeks that debunked that theory, but the calendar tells us September will bring the first day of Fall, so who am I to argue with the calendar? To say goodbye to …
Don’t you wish you could wave a magic wand and everything in your life was organized? Pinterest would have you believe it’s possible!
Organizing doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing ordeal. You can easily tackle it one area at a time and keep it that way with a few easy tips.
Note to self: This would have been so helpful! We see it all over Social Media these days: “What would you tell your younger self about ____?” As a professional organizer I work with families and people at all ages and stages. I frequently get asked if I am naturally organized. Well, I am, Kinda….but …
Dear Younger Self: Things I Wish I’d Known about Being Organized Read More »
What Happened to It? I saw this quote the other day and it really resonated with me: “Summer should get a speeding ticket”. I cannot believe we are almost at Labor Day! If you know me, you know that this California girl is ALL about Summer: Ice Cream, the beach, long days, outdoor movies, and …
I don’t know about you but mental clutter can be just as draining as physical clutter. If keeping track of your own schedule and belongings isn’t hard enough, keeping track of everyone else’s in your family can be exhausting sometimes. A great way to keep everyone informed and on track is a family command center.
Starting the school year makes your family run so much more smoothly. Good habits after a summer of fun can be something that is accomplished with a little less chaos with a homework center. Life looks a little differently than it did even three years ago, and helping your student (even if that’s you) get …
Last week we talked about how getting organized can save you money, but did you know that clutter actually can COST you money? There are so many hidden costs to a cluttered environment that you may not have thought about. Some are dollar wasters, others are energy zappers and of course time wasters: The Hidden …
What Does Clutter Actually Cost You (it’s not what you think) Read More »
4 years into my life as a professional organizer, and this is STILL what I tell my clients. I wrote this blog title about 3 years ago, and decided it’s time to revisit why I decided to start on this journey to help you get a little less chaos, more calm in your home or …
Organizing: It’s Not About the Stuff (revisited) Read More »
Sanity Saving Road Trip Tips: One of the highlights of summer can be a road trip. Finding new places and making memories is something your family can remember for a long time. Gas is expensive, but road travel is still a lot cheaper than any other way to get around, and time spent in the …
Road Trip this Summer? Tips to Organize Your Car Read More »