I can’t believe I’m even considering it, but my laundry room needs a MAJOR overhaul!  I shouldn’t even call it a room…maybe a large closet?  You open the two bi-fold doors and come face to face with the washer and dryer - the two hardest working machines in the house.  Well, they are if you don’t count me or my computer Continue Reading »

I have a habit of doing my Christmas shopping all year long.  I’ll see something here and find something there.  Before you know it, my closet floor is piled with boxes and bags of who knows what!

Although my husband gives me a strange look when I walk in with a shopping bag full of things I can’t show him (because they’re presents), he has come to respect and appreciate the habit.  It has served us well in many years past…   Continue Reading »

It’s about time to break down and get a new office chair.  I like the one I have…it’s fine for sitting in.  But when I lean over to get files out of the bottom cabinet, I’m more likely to wind up on the floor than to retrieve that needed file.  It may just be a loose screw that needs some tightening but I haven’t had a chance to get off the chair, on to the floor and physically LOOK under there.  Besides, I just saw a new chair I WANT so, of course, I need a reason to get it. Continue Reading »

From early morning to late night, people are in a rush against time. Read up on some of our time-saving strategies, from your morning routine and tackling projects to bill paying and dealing with the mail. Begin with the ones you feel you can easily incorporate into your own life. You’ll be surprised how much smoother your days go - from start to finish.

Have everything you need in the morning ready to go the night before. This means keys, purse/wallet, jacket, outgoing mail, cell phone, everything. This one little habit greatly speeds up your morning and makes a big difference in the quality of your day. Set up a spot by the door. You could use a door knob pocket or a basket or bin large enough to hold everything - whatever works best for you.

Break large projects down into smaller tasks. Doing a little bit at a time is much easier (and less overwhelming) than trying to accomplish it all at once. How small you make your tasks is up to you, just don’t make them so small you can’t see progress.

If possible, pick one day to make your meals for the week. Entire casseroles or individual portions can be quickly reheated when you need it. Continue Reading »