In the world of getting organized, “containers” are anything from a hook on the back of a door to a bin or box or even an entire shelf system or custom closet installation. As ever, The Container Store is having their annual elfa sale. elfa is a modular shelving and drawer system that can be… Continue Reading
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture*, if the typical “stay-at-home” mother in the United States were paid for her work as a housekeeper, cook and psychologist among other roles, she would earn $138,095 a year. OK, so first may I say what’s with the “stay at home” mom descriptor? As if, tra la la,… Continue Reading
It’s a good idea to use the Unsubscribe button often on e-newsletters to keep clutter from your inbox. You only need to ask yourself one question: “Will it serve me?” Is the content meaningful and useful to you and the goals in your life now? If not, unsubscribe freely! Does the content of the newsletter appeal… Continue Reading
There’s a great way to get rid of your possibly valuable but definitely toxic to the planet high tech devices and gadgets. Check out www.gazelle.com. At the site you can calculate the value of your gadgets; they will give you a quote and even send you a box or envelope to mail it to them (with… Continue Reading
It is generally understood that it takes 21 consecutive days… a mere 3 weeks…. to establish a habit. So, start with a small “bad habit” and see how long it takes you to change it to a good habit. Do you lose your keys all the time? Try, for 21 days in a row – of putting… Continue Reading
I believe in matter and energy. That everything, all of us and everything around us, is some form of matter and energy, spinning together, evolving and all connected. I feel myself grounded when I touch a tree. A tree, that is more matter than energy, but plenty of energy. Eating of the soil upon which… Continue Reading