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In a world of fast everything and instant gratification, it is easy to feel overwhelmed—especially when you are surrounded by clutter and don’t know where to begin.

A few intentional steps now—while you’re decorating or packing up later—can make next year’s setup smoother, faster, and much more enjoyable.

We are a Lego family. I did not grow up building Lego, but my husband did, and then our son came along and became obsessed. His chubby little fingers were able to build a significant train when he was 3 at Christmas time, and I am still blown away when I think about the dexterity, attention to detail, and focus it takes to build a large Lego set.  Fast forward twelve years in the future. Our son is 15, a high school sophomore, with dreams of becoming a pilot. He does not sit

Five tips to help you reduce stress on moving day.

Closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? We’ve all been there: staring at our closets at 7:45 a.m., grabbing the same “safe” outfit we’ve worn three times this week. Stop panic-shopping. Stop trend-chasing. Build an outfit formula that works Every. Single. Day. Your style uniform: • Core silhouette: t-shirt+ pants, dress + jacket, trousers + blouse • Neutrals first: sprinkle in trends later • One power layer: blazer or structured cardigan • Shoes that survive the commute •

It’s fall!  Time to get organized, and that definitely means having a well-placed, visual family calendar so that everyone can be...

If you are like most of us, you have a space in your house (or maybe many!) that collects cords. With all of our technology purchases and...

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...