To me, simplifying means heading down the path toward the following: Emptying my calendar of obligations that don’t fulfill me or my family. Curbing the addiction to material possessions (<—- click for article) Eliminating as many of my subscriptions and memberships as I can. Filling my life with fresh air, exercise and friends rather than … Read moreWhat simplifying means to me
“I’ll deal with it later” is a phrase that folks commonly use to dismiss or avoid an important organizing task they don’t want to face at the moment. But “I’ll deal with it later” is also a subtle form of procrastination and has a tendency to contribute to a disorganized lifestyle. I offer a simple, (albeit … Read moreHow to handle “I’ll deal with it later”
A couple weeks ago my husband and I cleaned up and re-bordered one of our flower beds. We were inspired by this helpful article in the Washington Post which recommends (1) removing vegetation and (2) redefining lines. All in all, the project wasn’t too bad, and we can recommend it to you as a half day project that … Read moreOur teeny front yard makeover