Don’t have a manic Monday! Every Sunday, my 11-year-old does her laundry. Yes, she puts it in the washing machine, then the dryer, takes it out, folds it and puts most of it away. What she doesn’t put away goes on hangers marked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Do I sound like a proud [...]
By Katie Hinderer I admit it – I don’t have kids. I’m not even married. So, why in the world am I guest blogging on this site, and what makes me think I’m qualified to talk about the great balancing act that is the life of a mother? I am the oldest of nine children. [...]
Your husband wants to whisk you away to Paris, could you locate your passport? How about the closing papers on your current home? The school needs a copy of your child’s birth certificate. Can you put your hands on it? No matter where you live, there’s always the threat of a natural disaster. I’m not [...]
Feeling helpless, hopeless or simply frustrated! Who isn’t in today’s economy. Just heard of another colleagues spouse taking a pay-cut versus a lay-off. Jobs are hard to come by and what used to be an asset for many, is now an albatross. Yes, I’m talking of our beloved real estate investment(s). There is something you [...]
It’s hard to believe that I’ve never blogged about Laundry. Whether it’s in an email, a blog entry, or face-to-face, this is one of the most common topics ever discussed. So, here it is… We wear clothing everyday, obviously…which means there’s always laundry to wash, dry, fold and put away. Most people complain about what [...]
I love magazine subscriptions! Who doesn’t? The feel of a freshly printed publication; the beautiful glossy photos. But what I’ve come to realize over the past several years is that as my schedule becomes increasingly busy, there’s really not enough time for me to read as many magazines as I’d like. Add to that, the [...]
Many people won’t even admit they have a junk drawer because it in someway connotes being messy, even if outwardly they are not. Well, I say you should have a junk drawer. Why? Well, we all need a place to “temporarily” stash papers or stuff that accumulates on the countertops in the kitchen. Designate a [...]
Magazine holders aren’t just for magazines anymore! No, you can use them to house many items, neatly labeled on a shelf or bookcase for easy reference and access. Here are some suggestions on what to store: • Household Warranties—Use one container for Indoor items and one container for Outdoor items such as gardening equipment, the [...]
Time is finite! You can’t get more than what you’ve got. Unlike finances, where you can make more money, you can never truly get more time. Managing finances has always been a challenge for me; a challenge that has frazzled me just like getting organized frazzles others. As I assessed my situation, I asked myself, [...]
Dear Stacey, What to do with all of those papers and pictures the little lovelies bring home in their book bags? Will I want these someday? Do I simply throw them out? Where do I put them in the meantime? -Anonymous, Mt. Pleasant, SC Dear Mt. Pleasant Mom, It’s amazing how quickly kid’s paperwork builds [...]
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