Tip Tuesday

The allure of online shopping is undeniable, but the aftermath – a constant influx of cardboard boxes and padded envelopes – can quickly turn chaotic.  Don’t let your entryway become overwhelmed by packages and result in forgotten returns!  Here are 5 top tips to conquer the cardboard chaos and reclaim control: 1.      Create a “Shipping Station”…

July is National Family Reunion Month, a time to reconnect with loved ones and create lasting memories. But planning a large gathering can feel overwhelming! Fear not, with a little organization, you can transform reunion planning from a stressful marathon into a joyful sprint.

Remember the pre-pandemic days of overflowing shopping carts and impulse buys?  While online shopping became a lifeline during the pandemic, many of us learned to prioritize needs over wants. With Prime Day –which is actually two days this year – approaching in two short weeks, let’s revisit this mindful approach. And many other retailers are…

It’s wedding season and I think it’s time to reconsider your wedding dress. If it’s hanging lonely in your closet or preserved in a box I want to know, are YOU going to wear it again?

Is it worth holding onto an item that large for perhaps decades on the slim chance that a daughter or granddaughter MAY want to wear it? If you’re ready to let go, here are some options:

Have you ever stopped to think about how much of your home you actually use?  A 2012 study by UCLA social scientists revealed a surprising statistic: average people only utilize about 40% of their living space! 

Does your home resemble a mini Costco, overflowing with enough canned goods to feed a small village?  Are your cabinets crammed with forgotten bottles of hand sanitizer and enough toilet paper to last a blizzard (or, let’s be honest, another perceived apocalypse)?  If you find yourself constantly battling clutter and feeling overwhelmed by stuff, you’re…

Ah, the joy of flipping through a magazine, finding an article that sparks your interest, and… snipping it out with a satisfyingly sharp pair of scissors.  This, my friends, is the blissful world of the “clipper.”  I confess I was one! We’re the folks who can’t resist saving those “must-try” recipes, travel inspiration pieces, fashion…

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by trash and clutter?  The good news is, you don’t need a complete overhaul to experience a significant change in your space.  “The 27 Thing Fling” method is a powerful decluttering technique that can help you clear the way for a more organized and positive environment. Rooted in Ancient Wisdom: This simple…

My mom, Helen k. Cawley was born in 1917 and lived through a time of immense historical change.  She came of age during the Great Depression, navigated single motherhood with my older sisters in the midst of World War II, and emerged a pillar of strength and practicality.  Her life experiences instilled in me valuable…