Back-to-School Organization
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Back-to-School Organization

As summer vacation begins winding down, it’s time to start thinking about back-to-school. Here are a few organization tips and hacks so you and your kiddos have a seamless transition from the pool to the classroom.

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Home Renovation: Mudroom Design Elements
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Home Renovation: Mudroom Design Elements

Among the list of items we added onto our home was a mudroom. It serves as a drop zone, helps maintain order and tidiness, provides extra storage, and contains dirt and outside ick that comes inside from pets and shoes (and kids). Read on to learn more about the selections I made for my family’s new mudroom.

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5 Steps to an Organized Garage
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5 Steps to an Organized Garage

Summer is the season to get your garage organized. You can tackle this overwhelming task quickly and efficiently by following these five steps so you can get back to relaxing and having fun in the sun!

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10 Kitchen Organization Hacks to Support Wellness Goals
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10 Kitchen Organization Hacks to Support Wellness Goals

I’ve been organizing my kitchen and meal planning process to set myself up for success in maintaining my wellness goals. I’ve implemented the following kitchen hacks to encourage healthier eating habits in my home, and if you are looking to make changes, I hope these help you, too.

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Spring Cleaning Checklist
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Spring Cleaning Checklist

While Michiganders and others living in colder climates might have to wait a few more weeks to open windows, all of us can take part in the annual ritual of spring cleaning. Here is a checklist to help you tackle your spring cleaning.

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Mastering the Art of Holiday Decor Storage
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Mastering the Art of Holiday Decor Storage

With a bit of planning and organization, you can streamline the process and make next December’s decorating easier (and merrier!). Here are some tips to smartly store your decorations…

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Unwrap the Joy: A Guide to Experiential Gifts
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Unwrap the Joy: A Guide to Experiential Gifts

Do you want to step outside the usual store bought gifts this season? Read on for some unique and thoughtful gift ideas that will delight those on your list this holiday season, while cutting down on clutter.

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Pantry Organization: Stocking Up for Fall and the Holidays
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Pantry Organization: Stocking Up for Fall and the Holidays

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner, planning festive gatherings, or simply wanting to keep your pantry well-stocked, efficient pantry organization is the key to stress-free entertaining and meal prep. With the following tips, you will be well on your way to being well-prepared so you can enjoy the season to the fullest.

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Fall Organizing Tips
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Fall Organizing Tips

We all love it - the crisp cool mornings, cozy sweaters, changing leaves, Hocus Pocus on the television. Fall is officially here! It’s also the calm before the storm of the holiday season and winter weather, so now is the time to get your home ready and organized for what is ahead. Grab your PSL and lets dive into these easy fall organizing tips.

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Eco-Friendly Household Swaps
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Eco-Friendly Household Swaps

This week is Earth Day and I want to share some easy swaps and changes we can all make at home to reduce our impact on the planet and be a bit eco-friendlier.

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Tips for Decluttering While Spring Cleaning
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Tips for Decluttering While Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning is the perfect time to declutter, and I am game for that part! To get you on board, here are some benefits that happen when you incorporate decluttering with spring cleaning:

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What Can Organization Do for You?
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What Can Organization Do for You?

Living in an organized home and working in an organized space is a game changer on how you live your daily life. Here are a few benefits of being organized.

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Wardrobe Decluttering Tips
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Wardrobe Decluttering Tips

I like to do a deep dive and declutter my clothing twice a year – in the fall and spring. Since we moved this past fall to Michigan, and I’ve been preoccupied with getting settled into our new home and community, I missed my usual fall clean out. Determined to start the New Year off with less and only the items I enjoy wearing, I undertook the decluttering of my clothing in early January, and it was freeing.

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2023 Vision Board
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2023 Vision Board

Today is National Vision Board Day! Apparently, there is a day for EVERYTHING! Anyhew… I have a lot of intentions and goals for 2023 and see this year as a new beginning for every aspect of my life since our move in September. While creating my vision board, I pulled from various guides to put together my word and mantra for the year along with goals for Personal Growth, Career, Health, Travel and Books.

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My Year to Declutter
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My Year to Declutter

There is something about a new year and a new beginning that always gets me fired up to get our house in order. Typically, I do the usual - sort through my closet and clean out the pantry and medicine cabinet; this year it’s a bigger project. Now it's time to clean out the clutter and unnecessary items we have been holding onto.

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2022 Wrap Up
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2022 Wrap Up

In the hustle of wrapping up Christmas and thinking ahead to the New Year, I often forget to look back at the past year and acknowledge strides I made (even baby steps - hey, every step is progress!!)…

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Spice Organization
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Spice Organization

I love spices, don't you?! They are a treat for the senses. I went to the Dubai Spice Souk in 2017 when I was visiting my husband on a port visit during a deployment and oh my, it was gorgeous! The color and scents can be stunning. When I cook I love stirring several spices together and seeing the colors and textures blend…

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