Out of Sight, Out of Mind?

I am a visual person.  When I don’t want to forget about doing something I need to put a reminder in a prominent place.  This could be a note above my stove or an item out on the counter so I don’t forget to take it with me.  Many times clutter gets started because we [...]

Inch by Inch, It’s a Cinch

        “Yard by yard, it’s very hard.  But inch by inch, it’s a cinch.”                                                      — Anon I have always loved quotes and find them very inspirational.  Many times a few words like the ones above can put things in perspective for me.  At lot of times we can become overwhelmed by the job facing [...]

Missing Halloween Decorations Found

Yesterday I was looking for the Halloween pillow covers to put out.  These are decorative fabric envelopes I made to cover pillow inserts to throw on the couch.  I found one but couldn’t find the other.  So much for putting things away last year.  I looked for awhile, got frustrated and gave up. Today I [...]

Halloween Decorating Time

Yesterday I noticed that many homes are showing signs that Halloween is not far off.  Actually it is only 18 days away.  It will be here before you know it.  Since my children are grown and out of the house I haven’t had anyone pressuring me about decorating.  If you have younger children I’m sure [...]