When I was a kid I wanted to be a teacher, or lawyer, or television news reporter, depending on the day asked. Professional Organizing wasn't even a profession to choose from, yet it is a career that I find very rewarding. Other children were able to lay claim to what they wanted to "be" early on…
The New Year is just around the corner and that can only mean one thing—resolutions. While we often think of this type of goal-setting as an adult activity, it might be a good idea (healthy even) to get your kids involved. Whether they want to improve their basketball game or get an A in math,…
In the days before diapers and drool New Year's Eve probably meant a chance to stay up late, enjoy a cocktail or two and celebrate another year. But, with the advent of little ones, your New Year's Eve celebrations probably look a little different.That doesn't have to be a bad thing. Ringing in the…
I personally am of the mind that being prepared and organized can help you in just about every possible way. So before I bore you with the "ins and outs" of holiday excess, I want to give you some very important information: ways to survive your family during the holidays.Let's face it, by…
This time of year is frequently associated with gift giving with good reason, and gift giving means gift receiving, which almost always means new things coming into your home. It makes perfect sense that now is a great time to declutter. If you are welcoming guests for the holidays, your motivation…
You've baked the cookies, you've wrapped the gifts and you've watched all of the traditional television Christmas movies. You're feeling accomplished and ahead of the game, until your babysitter rings the doorbell and you realize you forgot to include her in your holiday shopping.While giving gifts…
The feeling of anticipation and excitement on Christmas Eve was almost too much to bear when you were a child. Would Santa bring you just what you wanted? Would there be mountains of presents under the tree when you awoke?Even though the night before Christmas was exciting as a child, it is even…
While some people will be celebrating the holidays in the comfort of their own homes, the rest of us will be joining the 85.8 million people (according to AAA) on our nation's highways and airways trying to make it in time for the carving of the turkey or the singing of the carols.And in order to…
As the calendar comes to a close, so might your children's sports and activities. If you had a great experience with your child's coach or instructor, it might be nice to give them a little something to show how much their time and dedication meant to your family.If the idea of giving a gift seems…
When the guests have all gone and the children are content with their new treasures, it's time to take a moment and relax. Because the holidays have left you with a monetary deficit and an abundance of leftovers, you probably don't have enough money for a trip to the spa.So, take the pumpkin puree,…
