Clutter-Free Giving
November 6, 2007
Clutter-free Giving is the act of giving someone a present that will not, in turn, clutter their home, office, or life! It is a reciprocal philosophy; it applies not only to the act of giving gifts to others but also to listing presents that you would like to receive.
If you are really creative, it’s not too hard to come up with a gift idea that will enrich someone’s life without causing physical clutter. Here are some options for Clutter-free Giving to get you started… Continue Reading
End The Awkward Pause: Fun Game For Get-Togethers
November 6, 2007
This is a great time of year to get together with friends and family. But have you ever noticed that sometimes after a big dinner, everybody falls into a ‘food coma’ – and the television becomes the center of attention? Now, I am a fiend for board games, but even I understand that not everybody is up for a marathon session of Trivial Pursuit after a multi-course meal. However, experience has shown that everybody is up for some time with Table Topics. Continue Reading
7 Neat & Simple Ways to Reduce Your Holiday Stress
November 5, 2007
Do you dream of having the perfect holiday and making your home look like those you see in magazines and TV? Then you probably suffer from holiday stress as well. If you would like to actually experience a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, it’s time to give up on the myth of the perfect holiday. It doesn’t exist! Here are some ways you can reduce your holiday stress.
1. Rethink your card traditions. Send fewer cards or perhaps none at all. Consider making phone calls instead of sending cards. Imagine how much nicer it would be to actually talk to the college roommate you exchange cards with every year but haven’t seen or spoken to in 20 years. You might also want to digitize your mailing list, or even convert to e-cards. Continue Reading