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As a proclaimed “pack rat” growing up, I am blown away by my child’s ability to make decisions about items in his room that no longer...

I am not often asked, “Where are you from?” these days, but growing up, I was questioned about my hometown. It was always a difficult one...

There is a quiet power in letting go—an inner strength that emerges not from holding on tightly but from releasing what weighs us down....

Practical tips to help corral items and maintain a tidy home.

Decluttering your closet isn’t just about making space—it is about creating a wardrobe that works for you, that is organized, efficient, and

I recently met a realtor while on the job supervising a move for clients who had relocated to Arizona for the winter.  When I explained...

The Holidays are just around the corner, and with them come joyous gatherings, family traditions, and the unavoidable overnight guests....

I have been thinking a lot recently about people who pass on items to their younger family members. Whether it’s a child, niece, cousin,...

Effective Solutions and What You Need to Know As we change seasons, the last thing anyone wants is to discover that moths have been...

My grandma, my Ma-Ma, passed away at 91 a year and a half ago. She and my grandpa’s house in Ohio was a stable location for me and my...

There are many misconceptions about professional organizing.

As easy as 5-4-3-2-1! Have you ever felt overwhelmed about packing for a trip? Have you had this need to be prepared for absolutely...

I was mystified when I saw this letter combination on a post-it note my son put out a couple of months ago. He’s 13, neurotypical, and...

I am nearly 5 years into my career as a Professional Organizer, so tell me why I am sitting here staring at a product box, thinking,...

I recently worked with a client on kitchen organizing. The home is an old Victorian with quirky twists and turns and does not have the...

If you read my blog from a year ago, I made the difficult decision to donate my grandmother’s china set that was gifted to me after she...

Having the designated space for kids’ papers helps keep the counters clear of school work and allows the entire family to know where to look

Here are my go-to podcasts in the world of organizing and decluttering. They can act as a body double or motivational source when you are...

How to compare move estimates. All moving estimates are NOT created equal.  Many movers will “lowball” or under-estimate your moving job in

Growing up, one of my fondest memories with my grandparents was when they sent me on a scavenger hunt for my birthday celebration. I was...