Get Up and Get Organizing!
October 16, 2007
People tend to put off organizing because it seems so daunting – too much stuff and too little time! The key is to eat away at the mess, little by little, until it all disappears. Start small – a corner of the kitchen, a shelf in the closet, or a cabinet in the bathroom. Start short – 20 minutes.
Let me tell you about the two main techniques I like to use: Continue Reading
Dance This Mess Around – Music To Clean By
October 15, 2007
As a child of the 80s, I believe that there is no ill in this world that a good mix tape cannot cure. Whether I was trying to impress a new crush or preparing for a road trip, I would take great pride in creating a musical masterpiece.
I’ve also started using the power of the mix tape to get myself to do those things that I otherwise have a hard time getting fired up to do. The best thing about creating your own list of songs to enjoy is that you don’t have to waste time (or get distracted by) skipping tracks on CDs, or be bored by radio commercials. Since I’ve had great success using a personal mix for jogging (which I used to hate to do, and now I kind of look forward to), I figured it was time to start using a mix for cleaning! And it works like a charm! Continue Reading
Peace of Mind: Lesson Learned
October 12, 2007
I realized something today…
You know on Friday morning (or sometimes Wednesday or Thursday even) when it’s been a long week and you can’t quite get yourself out of bed? I had one of those days today. Big time.
Life has been incredibly hectic. I find myself going from 5:45 in the morning to about 9 at night. Full time job, family, errands, groceries, cooking, way too many pets. Continue Reading