I know that most people hate to part with their stuff. Before I became a professional writer, I used to be in the advertising business. I attended hundreds of focus groups where consumers would... Read more >>

Time has come again for the yearly tabulation and inventory of my life. I have spent the past two weeks staring at, sorting, and being stuck on the tidbits that make up me. It doesn’t help my... Read more >>

Sometimes other families’ homes look so neat that we often wonder: “Do they really have kids?” “Do they spend all their time cleaning?” Organized people typically have... Read more >>

If the sight (and smell) of your kitchen sponge sends you running for the hand-sanitizer … If you’ve ever felt that eco-guilt scrolling through a sheaf of paper towels … If... Read more >>

Are you sometimes overwhelmed by the amount of stuff you accumulate? I can relate! For some reason we seem to end up with a lot of excess things that we just might be able to use... Read more >>

There is no doubt I am a country music fanatic. I love the concept of a country life, plain and simple. Now, in saying “My Life is Like a Country Song” (to give credit where credit is due,... Read more >>

What image comes to mind when you think of spending time with family? Is it interaction and conversation? Is it fun activities or relaxing vacations? What we think of and what actually takes... Read more >>

Whether you have an upcoming move or just need to do some decluttering, this article will give you some simple strategies you can use to help lighten the load and enjoy a well-organized, stress-free... Read more >>

Being truly organized extends far beyond keeping a tidy workspace or home. It’s about keeping your life in order, from your schedule to your chores to your thoughts and beyond. Sound like an... Read more >>

“Every available inch of space!” I wish I had a quarter for every time I have heard my husband say that phrase. To which I always promptly have a witty comeback, such as, “So... Read more >>