Why Tidying Up with Marie Kondo is binge-worthy
Marie Kondo is at it again! A few years ago when her little book came out there was a lot of buzz around her methods & her unique perspective. And now Netflix has given us a glimpse into this “magic art” with their new show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. Both of Marie Kondo’s books,…
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Letting Go & Holding On – Grandma’s Story
I pass through the glass door and scan the room for the tilted wheelchair and head of feather-soft hair. Chairs fill the room, most facing the large TV mounted on the side wall. A sea of grey hair. And then there she is. Head back, mouth open, eyes closed. Asleep amid the mumbling and the…
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Reading NOW – Soulful Simplicity
I just finished reading Soulful Simplicity: How Living with Less can Lead to So Much More by Courtney Carver & knew I had to share it with you. I will now add this book to my small stack of decluttering/simple living resources. And I’m sure I will find myself going back to reread sections again…
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Shifting out of Robot Mode
Some days can feel like a blur. Work, emails, appointments, kid activities, meal prep, exercise – the list goes on and the clock ticks as I continue to push through one item after another. These are the days when I can easily slip into “robot mode.” When robot mode gets turned on then my day revolves…
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Changing Course
6:10am. I silence the alarm. Don soft wool socks, thick slippers, and grey flannel robe to mimic the warmth of the bed until my body adjusts to being upright. I fill the tea kettle, locate the heavy blue cup, rip open the tea bag and notice the tiny print. A message that my soul needs…
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Little projects can add up to BIG relief!
Last month, I found myself tackling lots of little clutter clearing projects. And I have to say it felt good to complete lots of little projects that didn’t take a lot of time & energy but together added up to relief. First I cleared out the file box that lives under our main floor desk. …
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The Problem with Hanging On Too Long
It feels like we have been in a pattern of extreme weather in our area & in my house every storm causes a small sense of panic as we all cross our fingers and hope it passes quickly. You see we have struggled to keep our basement dry when heavy rain hits. And the possibility of…
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August is When I Declutter Kid School Stuff
I am so grateful for the creativity that abounds at both of the schools that my kids attend! I mean the things that they are creating are AMAZING! BUT…. all that amazing artwork ends up coming home at the end of the year & becomes a “to-do” that I tend to put off. My daughter…
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Decluttering Seasons
If there is one good thing about owning a dog with tons of energy, it is the fact that he needs exercise. This translates into a daily walk with yours truly. And I can’t complain. This routine ensures that I get time to engage with nature, which is something that I love! And even though our…
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In the News!
Last month I was asked to offer some decluttering advice for an article being written for the Post Bulletin’s Haven Magazine. At first my heart was racing! What would I say? What would be asked? Would I have the answers? I was in that excited, yet fearful state, but I was curious enough to push…
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Bullet Journaling is Offering a Lesson in Letting Go
It’s a new year which means that many of us have changed out our calendar or purchased a new planner to keep us organized. And I am a big proponent of finding (& using) the organizing solution that really fits your personality, so I’m pretty sure there is no one-size-fits-all tool. But, I also know…
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