The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Storage Item: Shoe Pockets
August 22, 2007
In her post on Associatedcontent.com, Mary Moss mentions several uses for the over-the-door shoe pockets. One of them is for dog supplies. What a great idea!
I’m forever losing Spanky’s (my dog) brush and nail clippers. I have one of those handy shoe pocket organizers on the back of my laundry room door that currently houses four or five compact umbrellas. I think it’s found a new use. Continue Reading
Getting Started Letting Go of Clutter
August 22, 2007
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”
– Confucius
Starting to let go of clutter can feel overwhelming – especially if you have a lot. The trick is to get started.
A single step in the right direction may be all it takes to gain momentum you never even imagined possible.
Choose something easy for you. Start by taking just two minutes. Continue Reading
Tips for Packing Light
August 17, 2007
On a recent business trip, my airplane seatmate and I got to chatting (shocking, I know) and she thought it was amazing that I hadn’t checked a bag given that my trip would last seven days, so I thought I’d share a few tips with you for packing light.
This is what was in my rolling carry-on bag. There’s the large Eagle Creek Pack-It Folder which holds all my clothes (except the jeans, t-shirt and sandals I was wearing when I took the photo), the three smaller Eagle Creek zipper pouches which hold my underwear, my non-liquid toiletries, and my cords and chargers. Continue Reading