Garage Organizing

Sometimes, I am inspired to work in my garage; sometimes it is just too hot.  If you’re like me, this means that cool weather is indeed a good time for garage organizing.  Perhaps I am inspired by my Dad’s garage, which although it housed quite a bit of tools and supplies, was organized and uncluttered.  … Continue reading Garage Organizing

Change your attitude, change your life

I have a friend who is 87 years young.  She lives alone in a single-family home.  A few months ago, she was contemplating her future living situation, saying to me, “When I get old….” Attitude affects all parts of our lives, including organizing.  Here are some specific ways that you can change your organizing habits … Continue reading Change your attitude, change your life

Paperwork Shortcuts

My husband and I have used the same mechanic, a guy named Tom, for over 25 years.  Every once in a while, he quotes little bits of wisdom.  One day, many years ago, we were discussing paperwork.  I was talking about filing, and Tom said, “Oh, I just throw it in the box.”  My first … Continue reading Paperwork Shortcuts

Don’t toss your fluorescent lights!

Do you know of anyone who actually reads the newsletters from their garbage company?  Well, I am a new convert.  Guess what…the information is actually useful.  My garbage company has revised their recycle pick-up service to include four on-call recycling pick-ups a year.  That means you can properly dispose of your compact fluorescent light bulbs instead … Continue reading Don’t toss your fluorescent lights!