I have found over the years that if I plan out a project on paper I have a much higher success rate in completing it. To make it easy for myself I would design a worksheet and make copies of it for each new project. Over the years I have designed more specific worksheets for [...]
Over the years I have relied on the experience and expertise of many people to help me learn how to control clutter. Although I’ve never hired a professional organizer I have read many of their books and articles. There are other people such as Marla Cilley, aka Flylady, who have shared their own experiences to [...]
I was talking to my neighbor this morning and he mentioned how he was getting ready for all the parties he expected to have in May. Why the parties? Because his daughter was graduating college and his son was graduating high school. Each has their own friends and then there is all the family and [...]
Yesterday was the official Earth Day. Because it was during the week many celebrations are taking place this weekend. I’m fortunate that my city (a suburb of St. Louis) has a large event that includes recycling of electronics, athletic shoes, and even shredding of paper documents. There also is a large event taking place for [...]
In the work environment most bosses have some kind of assistant or secretary. Today is the official day that they are suppose to recognize how much that person helps the boss. If you are the boss and have someone assisting you then let them know how much you appreciate their help. But if you are [...]
I am trying a new format with my weekly newsletter and this blog. If you have been receiving the newsletter you know that each week I give you a decluttering/organizing tip along with dates and links for events that are occurring during the current month. The newsletter has become lengthy so I have decided to [...]
I want to wish everyone a Happy Easter. If you are still looking for new recipes to try or games to play with your children or grandchildren then check out the sites below. http://www.primarygames.com/holidays/easter/easter.htm http://www.theholidayspot.com/easter/ http://www.holidays.net/easter/ http://holidays.kaboose.com/easter/ http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Holiday—Celebration-Recipes/Easter-Recipes http://www.foodnetwork.com/holidays-and-parties/index.html Janice http://cutclutterwithscissors.com http://twitter.com/jlscissors