I'm sorry. This e-book has retired - For detailed guides, check out my books: How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind andDecluttering at the Speed of Life. Whew! My HUGE project is done! I am so excited to release my new e-book: Drowning in Clutter? (Don't Grab a Floatie . . . Drain the Ocean!) If you're a regular reader, you know … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2012
My Laundry Metamorphosis
I know that there are always people reading backward here, and I love that. I especially love getting comments on old posts. But sometimes I feel a little guilty when someone comments on an old laundry post. Out of everything I’ve conquered and analyzed and failed at (only to re-analyze and re-conquer) . . . laundry has been the biggest … [Read more...]
Slob Vision
Hmmmm. How to define Slob Vision . . . Basically, I don't see incremental mess. I see neat and tidy spaces and horrendously messy ones. The in-between? Not so much. Here's ONE example. I can walk by my kitchen sink and think . . . "Hmmm. There are a few dishes in the sink. But the kitchen looks pretty good. And there really … [Read more...]
Decluttering and Methods and Checklists and Such
Anyone else feeling the itch to declutter after the influx of new stuff over the past few days? I'm still partying with family away from home, but thought I'd link to a few posts/pages that might help if you're looking for inspiration. Decluttering Printable Cleaning Checklists Freezer Cooking (In case your New Year's Resolution is to … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas!
Have a wonderful Christmas with your family! … [Read more...]
DFW Family Fun on New Year’s Eve
Those of you in DFW . . . if you're looking for a family friendly way to ring in the New Year, Medieval Times is hosting a Family New Year's Eve Extravaganza! We went about a year ago, and it was truly an experience for my rough-and-tumble, joust-loving kids. (They didn't mind eating with their hands, either!) If you're looking for something … [Read more...]
E-Book Bundle Sale Benefiting a Family in Need
I'm sorry. This sale is now over. I'm honored that Joy asked me to be part of this benefit sale! Through Friday, December 21, you can get a great deal on ebooks and at the same time help a family who has taken on the care of ten additional children, ages 2-16, who need a safe and loving home. The mother of these ten precious kids has … [Read more...]
The REAL Test of My Maytag Oven
I'm going to be honest . . . . I haven't cooked a lot since I got my new Maytag oven. Things have been more-than-a-little busy around here. I use the stove all the time, but now that Christmas is here . . . I'm so excited to have a BIG, HUGE oven for baking! While I'd love to show pictures of fancy-schmancy stuff like leg of lamb or … [Read more...]
Creative Christmas Decluttering
I have to admit that I stole this idea. 7 years ago, a friend gave a framed and signed photo of himself at a gag gift party. I/we've now done that (or something similar) at least four times. Don't worry, we try not to repeat with the same group in order to maximize hilariousness. This year, I've used four of my hard-to-declutter … [Read more...]