I am asked often about my favorite books on organizing. As a professional organizer, I do read many books on the topic. I’m an avid reader and love exchanging reading lists with friends!  I generally read autobiographies and historical fiction (I love a good setting). Books on personalities and how our minds work are also […]

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional cost to you. I’m sure it’s no surprise to hear that I’m a planner.  I’m always thinking ahead and strategizing.  It’s usually a good thing, and it brings me peace of mind knowing that I’ve had a […]

In honor of my mom’s 70th birthday today, I am sharing 7 organizing tips that I learned from her! #1 Brain Dump!  (Ok, so I’m pretty sure I’ve never heard her use the phrase “brain dump,” but that’s what she does!)  It’s overwhelming to keep your tasks and thoughts in your head.  When you have […]

Let’s get one thing out of the way, I’m no Ebenezer Scrooge. I love giving and receiving gifts, but I have to admit that the thought of bringing more things into the home around Christmas causes a little stress for me.  We do not need anything, and while I realize gifting isn’t all about needs, […]

Have you ever thought about what your ideal day would look like?  We are often so busy doing tasks that we don’t think about what we are doing and how we want to be spending our time.  You may feel like you have lost control of your time and are running on the hamster wheel.  […]

Other than Thigh Chaffing is Real… If you follow along with me on Instagram, you know that I recently started running.  I’ve always enjoyed exercising, but I have adamantly been against running.  Frankly, it’s hard, and I didn’t think I was “made” for it.  Whatever that means. I got tired of telling myself that I […]

As a mom, I think it is crucial to build community to support one another. All of us have different skills, expertise, and talents. It’s when we come together that we are able to utilize the experience, knowledge, and skills of everyone involved to achieve a shared goal. It was such a pleasure collaborating with […]

My assistant, Ash, and I were talking this morning about authenticity and how so many people think of “being real” as airing their dirty laundry.  ( I assure you that no dirty laundry will be aired here.  The women of Bravo do a fine job of that if you need some drama! 😆 ) I […]

With two businesses, two kids, two dogs (I’m beginning to sound like Noah’s ark), and two one husband, we have a lot going on around here.  No doubt you do to, so I’m eager to share with you how I keep up with schedules, tasks, etc. using my daily planner. I’m not a teacher, and […]

Have you ever walked into a junky room and had no idea where to start?  It can feel so overwhelming, and that feeling can often make us walk right out of that room without accomplishing anything!  You know what you are missing?  Vision.  You don’t know where to start because you don’t know where you […]