My husband and I went on a business trip to Mexico years ago. For a company teambuilding workshop, we had to make guacamole in a group, and the group whose dip tasted best won the contest. It was lots of fun, but I didn't realize how easy it was to make guacamole. Fast forward, I […]
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Delicious and Easy Chimichurri marinate Chicken Thighs Recipe
It is believed that Chimichurri originated in Argentina. According to my research, it may have been developed by gauchos (Argentine cowboys) to flavor and preserve grilled meats. It is a staple in Argentine and Uruguayan cuisine. We learned about chimichurri back in the late 1990s/2000s and enjoyed it very much during our many grilling dinners. While there are […]
How to Transform Your Home to an Organized Space
Do you feel stressed and out of control in your own home? Do you want to escape chaos and achieve a calm state of mind? We will discuss how to transform your house from a chaotic mess into a serene and quiet place to live, day in and day out. Come along for the ride […]
Gift Myths That Keep You Stuck in Clutter
Getting gifts can be enjoyable. However, when you receive things you do not want or need, you may struggle getting rid of them. Gifts have different purposes. Some may be able to help you. Others may be able to support you. Some may even inadvertently upset you or confuse you. Today, we will discuss some […]
How to Update an Outdated Serving Tray
Getting a cheap tray for a coffee table is a great way to hold items and beverages while keeping your table clean. I bought this tray over ten years ago. It is out of date. I decided to update it so I can use it in my newly painted living room. Here's how I transformed […]
Easy Tips When Organizing A Nursery
Recently, I worked with a client who had just given birth to her second child. When she went into labor early, the room wasn't organized when the baby was born, so she became overwhelmed and called me for help. This post shares the tips we used when organizing a nursery, based on our practical experience […]
Generational Differences When Organizing Their Lives
Each generation has a different perspective on organizing their lives. After all, they come from various backgrounds. Over the last few years, I have surveyed people from different generations to identify what is similar and different about how they organize their homes and lives. I will share the generational differences in how they organize their […]
Organizing Kitchen Tips For Back To School
If you are like our family, you are getting ready for back-to-school. Little by little, I have been clearing out and updating each room in my home. It's incredible how much the house gets cluttered when there are four people in it 24/7. So, when I finally reached the kitchen to reorganize, I decided to write […]
Dairy Free Gluten Free Pesto Beef Burger Recipe
Pesto burgers are excellent for summer or cooked in a skillet all year round. As I did, making this easy recipe will serve you and your family well if you have a lot of basil. Feel free to check out our pesto burger recipe and try it today. Pesto is used a lot for pasta […]
Critical Tasks To Do Before Starting High School
This week, I will be speaking with the teens who are visiting my blog with their parents. There is a slight shift in my focus on helping teenagers directly, as they need to become more independent as they embark on their new high school experience. So, parents, hand over the laptop and allow your students […]
20 Personal Important Documents to Keep Safe
Have you ever looked at an important document and, while looking for it, felt anxious and stressed, and asked yourself, "Where did I put that paper? I can't believe I can't find it! I need to organize these documents and keep them in a safe place!" And, after the situation passes, you never get around […]
A Well Organized Vegetable Raised Bed Garden with Example
A lush vegetable garden can be intimidating when you're just starting. The thought of transitioning from creating a garden to planting a seed packet or small plants and harvesting a bounty of delicious, healthy produce is overwhelming. I know that feeling, I felt that way, too. I have been backyard raised bed gardening since the […]
Easy Healthy Snacks Ideas for College Students Dorm Life
When you're in college, you may not always want to go all the way to the cafeteria for a large breakfast. As a college student, you may want to prepare something small and healthy in your room or suite. To help you make better choices, I've created a list of healthy snacks and tips that […]
The Ultimate Guide to College Life: Your Complete Resource Roundup Tips for College Life
Starting college can feel overwhelming, but with the proper organization strategies and preparation, you can set yourself up for success from day one. I had two children who went through college. Over the years, I've shared dozens of college success tips from our experiences, and today I'm bringing together the very best resources to help […]
Things You Need When Organizing a College Dorm Room - Part 2
Last time, we discussed organizing college dorm room essentials. I will continue this topic in this post to share even more dorm room essentials to help manage a small dorm space. If you didn't read the last post, here is the link, You absolutely need when organizing a College Dorm Room Part 1. Here are some […]
29 Days Small Items Big Clutter Challenge
Decluttering is much easier when you tackle small tasks a little at a time each day. As you know, small items in any house can envelop the home if not controlled. Every group in this challenge can quickly get out of hand if not closely monitored and scrutinized periodically. This time, we're sharing a new […]
Asian Beef and Broccoli Rabe Recipe
We are creating a few Asian Keto-friendly recipes to add to our collection. We hope you enjoy them. The first one is an Asian Beef and broccoli rabe recipe. The gluten-free soy sauce gives the broccoli rabe a run for its money. It pairs nicely with the veggies and meat, and it's super easy to […]
DIY Small Fall Grapevine Wreath Project
Having a beautiful wreath hanging on the door to welcome us home is always a sweet pleasure. It doesn't have to be big; it just has to be cute and easy to make. This small moss wreath is special because it's easy to create and can be easily added to any door or cabinet. Follow […]
How to Prioritize Your Tasks to Get Everything Done
You can take several steps to enhance your time management skills. Reducing the number of steps to do a project is just one of them. Another way to improve your time management is to prioritize the tasks that must be completed. But have you ever wondered what the best way to improve time management is? […]
How to Update a Plain White Foam Pumpkin
Plain white pumpkins are cute, but I didn't like them so simple. I had an extra hollow foam pumpkin and wanted to update it to something more unique. Here's how to edit a plain white foam pumpkin to decorate your table! Feel free to check out the step-by-step instructions and the transformation. What inspired me […]
8 Important Benefits of Getting Organized
Many people believe that spending time organizing is too time-consuming, stressful, and unlikely to improve their quality of life. I am here to tell those people, that there is some work involved in organizing, but the benefits outweigh not making a system at all. Here are three essential benefits of getting organized. BENEFIT #1: You […]
Air Fried Pepperoni Chips Recipe
Snacking low-carb can be difficult sometimes. Usually, we have to prep, cut, and clean before we can enjoy our snacks. If you have an air fryer, you can easily make this air-fried pepperoni chips recipe. Air Fried Pepperoni Chips Ingredients 30 Pepperoni slices thin ones - Hormel(R) Pepperoni Original - I used theirs because they […]
Beef Ragu and Spaghetti Squash Recipe
I never knew how to microwave spaghetti squash until now. And boy, is it easy. I don't know why I didn't look it up sooner. Using the microwave is a quick and easy way to speed up your weeknight meal. While I don't cook in the microwave, I do like to use it to cook […]
Spinach and Artichoke Mac n Cheese Recipe
Slow cooker recipes are quite comforting in the winter months, don't you agree? It keeps you warm on cold, short days. However, I found many mac n' cheese recipes, especially the ones in the slow cookers, had very little flavoring. While some people may like that, my goal was to infuse flavor into the slow […]
Essential Mens Closet Organization Tips
Why not give the man in your life a valuable gift - the gift of a well-organized men's closet? By organizing your guy's closet, you will be able to help him manage his time more effectively in the morning and easily identify what he has and what he needs. I will discuss the most effective […]
How to Take Care of Clutter in the Home {Part 2 of the Awaken to Your Clutter Blindness series}
After awakening to clutter blindness, it's time to take action on the lists and tasks you made and eliminate the clutter in the home. Here is the link if you missed it: awaken to your clutter blindness in your home. In this post, we will discuss resources you can use to eliminate the clutter. Fill […]
A Creative Way to do a Stone Wall Hole Repair DIY Project
Recently, I updated my post about how we transformed our small family room into a focal wall with ample storage. I wanted to share with you the update we made because the heater stopped working. Rest in peace. We relocated the heater to the other wall and installed a split unit, which is now vented to […]
How to Sort Kept Items {Part 3 of the Awaken to Your Clutter Blindness Series}
Last time we talked about how to take care of the clutter that you woke up to in the home. In part 3, I will discuss the sorting process to help you when reviewing the items kept. This part of the process will help you see the light at the end of the tunnel. The […]
How to Awaken from Clutter Blindness - Part 1
Are you wondering where the clutter is in your home? Have you ever walked around your home and couldn't find clutter you didn't want or need? Have you ever walked around your house and not seen the clutter? You could be walking over things without realizing it. This is clutter blindness. Indeed, it is a […]
3 Important Areas To Get Organized BEFORE The School Year
While many vacations are happening right now, it's also a good time to get organized for back-to-school. To prepare you for the busy season of running around and helping your kids with schoolwork, today's post will discuss the three areas to set up to help organize the school year. Doing this before school starts will […]
Incredible Tips on Labeling Kids' School Supplies
If you have been visiting my blog, you know I love labeling everything. It not only helps everyone else know where things go, but it also helps when anyone loses an item. Recently, I became an affiliate with Mabel's Labels, a fun site for labeling kids' school supplies. From my kids' lunch bags, clothing, bag […]
How to Organize Every Area of the Kitchen Challenge
How's your kitchen? Does everything have its place? Well, this month, your challenge is to get your kitchen organized! I mean organized, not just cleared countertops. First, review the following Areas/Zones in your home with a fresh eye. Pretend you are a stranger who was staying in your home and wanted to make dinner. Will […]
Quotes To Motivate You To Take Action
Everyone struggles to take action from time to time. Life is busy, and we can easily forget the important tasks that need to be completed to achieve our goals. And that is OK. We are not always going to stay on target. There are many times when I feel lost and then have to refocus my […]
Keep Going Quotes to help you stay motivated when organizing your life
When changing habits, we tend to lose motivation around a week or two into the changed habit routine. Because of this, January 9th is considered the day many people abandon their New Year's resolutions. At this time, many people feel frustrated with their goals and want to try something else. Today, we're sharing 11 'keep […]
Motivational Quotes: Keep Calm and Carry On While Organizing
Decluttering and organizing can be overwhelming. Today, I'd like to share some motivational quotes featuring the "Keep Calm" slogan. I always liked the "Keep Calm and Carry On" slogan when I first heard about it 25 years ago. It is simple and easy to read, conveying a lot. After doing some research, I found out that […]
DIY Ways to Add Extra Storage to a Small Kitchen with little money
We moved our daughter into her first college apartment. The move-in was very smooth, but then we had to deal with a small apartment - the kitchen was extremely tiny. While the cabinets were plentiful, it was not well organized at all. So, I went and modified the items in the cupboards. This post will […]
How to Organize An Elementary School Student
Elementary school can be stressful for your little student. But it doesn't have to be. To help you, as a parent, organize an elementary school student, I've compiled my favorite tips and had my fellow Professional Organizers community share their thoughts as well. I hope it helps your child feel less stressed on their first […]
Gluten Free Summer Recipes Your Family Will Love
You don't need to cook behind a hot stove when making summertime recipes. Summertime cooking should be easy and quick to make the healthiest meal for you and your family. This post offers suggestions for gluten-free summer recipes. I divided this post into four sections: GF Dinner Recipes, GF and DF Dinner Recipes, GF Pasta […]
Amazing Toy Organizer Ideas to Get Your Playroom Organized
Climbing over mounds of mixed toys can be dangerous, and just looking at them can make you feel overwhelmed. Stepping on those dreaded Lego pieces can also be painful. Plus, your kiddos may not even know what to enjoy. So, keeping the playroom organized is essential. This post will share ten unique toy organizer ideas […]
The Complete Organizing Kids Sports Equipment Guide
If you have kids, like me, you will likely have a lot of sports equipment in your home. You know the items I'm referring to - the knee pads, uniforms, shirts, and pants. Items specifically for sports, such as tennis balls, baseball gloves, shin guards, baseball bats, cleats, and helmets, can be challenging to find […]
Affirmation Quotes to Remind You How Powerful You Are
Affirmations help remind oneself that one can be a force of nature. Accomplishing everything one puts their mind to and creating steps to achieve said goals. Today, I'm going to share with you my favorite affirmations to remind you of your power. Read on, and get inspired. My story Since I was a kid, I […]
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