Whether you are traveling by car, plane or train, everyone dreads the infamous holiday commute. So how do you avoid hearing the seemingly inevitable repeat chorus of “Are we there yet?” Have a plan for your upcoming trip, be organized and remember to make the best of it. Book all travel plans well in advance. This includes the big picture items such as flights, car...
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Confidence is more than just knowing you can do something—it’s knowing you will do something well. It’s acknowledging that you have the skills and experience needed to succeed in whatever challenge you face. It’s recognizing that you have value because of the unique perspective you can offer. When your home is disorganized or you always feel like you’re muddled in chaos, it’s more difficult to...
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The Blue Lounge Design CableBox Mini is a smaller version of the ever popular CableBox. It’s ideal for hiding cords from routers, adapters and small hubs around your desk area and can be used with or without the included surge protector. It features rubber feet that prevent it from slipping and comes in bright colors (orange, blue, and green) to add fun to your desk...
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Organization, style, and environmentally-friendly go hand-in-hand with the beautiful Lipper International Bamboo Charging Station. Energize all of your electronic gadgets while hiding the ugly mess and avoiding tangled cords. This sturdy box will look great on your counter or desk, while keeping your space neat and tidy. A perfect gift idea for everyone you know! Measures: 11 3/4-inch W by 6 3/4-inch D by 4...
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Do you ever think to yourself, “I am so stressed; I don’t know where to begin!” Do the holidays cause you to want to hide until spring? It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be the most stressful. Don’t worry, you are not alone. We all have those moments. Here are some simple strategies to help manage your stress: 1....
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One key to organizing papers is having a quickly accessible container designed to hold paper. If you can further organize by category, all the better! Desktop file boxes are the answer. They are small, portable, and will hold just enough hanging folders so you can keep track of the most important paperwork that enters your house. Give each of kids a folder and use one...
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Richmond had its very first really cold morning of the season – it was in the 30’s. It got me thinking as I was preparing to take our pug, Jack, outside that I need my gloves. Now I am fortunate to have a cute antique dresser in my mudroom so that is where all the gloves, hats and winter wear reside – albeit a bit...
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With busy summer schedules and lots of outdoor activities, it’s easy to neglect areas of your home that might become collecting places for dust, cobwebs, and household clutter. Now is a great time to regroup and start checking off tasks from your fall maintenance to-do list. Not only does it help you prepare your house for the colder winter weather, but it also gives you...
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When your car breaks down, you probably take it to a mechanic to be fixed. Similarly, if you are sick, you might go to the doctor for advice or medication. There are probably few of us in these instances that would beat ourselves up for not having the knowledge of a car system to do the necessary repairs, or the understanding of a physician to...
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In Organize Now!: A Week-by-Week Guide to Simplify Your Space and Your Life, Jennifer Ford Berry shares quick so you can organize any part of your life in less than one week. We especially love the easy-to-follow checklists. Follow the quick and effective advice in this book and you’ll spend more time organizing and less time reading! Long-term goals help keep the clutter away for...
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