For many, summer break is almost over. It’s also right around the time when the kids really start to drive you crazy. They know it’s almost time to go back to school and they want to go out with a bang. They’ve eaten all the food, played all the games, and now they are…gasp…BORED! If you are tapped out of ideas, I’ve got 45 fun kids activities to survive summer boredom. &nbs[...]
In case you haven’t heard, I’ve claimed this summer as Self-Care Summer! This means spending more time having fun in the sun and less time doing household chores. But unfortunately, they still have to get done. So I’m sharing my method on how to keep your house clean in 15 minutes a day. My Cleaning Credentials I grew up in a house that could pass military inspection. My[...]
When it comes to your important documents, keeping them organized can be a struggle. But when a natural disaster, pandemic, home evacuation, or other unexpected life events occur, you need to know they are protected. And your family should know where they are. So, I’m sharing how to organize your important documents so that they are safe and accessible at a moment’s notice. But firs[...]
Hectic mornings don't work for me. Jumping out of bed after 3 snoozes, franticly searching for an outfit, rushing through breakfast, and shoving Journey out the door so she doesn't miss the bus before I head into my home office. Too stressful! I need to move at a much slower pace. I much prefer to ease into it so that by the time I get to the office, I feel calm and ready to work. So in ad[...]
This week's spring cleaning project is the linen closet. Whether you have a small, average, or large linen closet, there are always room to maximize the space to create a beautifully organized closet. Getting this space in order will allow you to clearly see everything and easily access what you need when you need it. If you fear a linen avalanche every time you open the door, check out th[...]
Besides my junk drawers, the space underneath my sinks is probably the messiest space in my house. I think it’s because it's a space that no one can see. Which usually leads to shoving things there to get them out of sight. But since spring cleaning means decluttering ALL of the spaces in your home, I'm sharing a few under sink organization ideas to help you create a neat functional spac[...]
Now that the pantry is organized, it’s time to share some tips on how to organize your refrigerator. Between the leftovers, expired condiments, and uneaten produce for the recipe that you never got around to making, the refrigerator can be as cluttered as your closet! All of that clutter can make your refrigerator seem fuller than it really is. And because you can’t see what in it, you[...]
I’m spring cleaning all month and organizing my pantry was first up on the list! Spring is the perfect time to purge and clean your pantry. An organized pantry can make all the difference in decluttering your kitchen. So, I gave my pantry an overhaul and now I’m sharing all my tips to show you how to organize your pantry. Whether large or small, these tips on how to organize your pa[...]
Spring has officially arrived! That means it's time to clean, purge, and organize. If the thought of getting started makes you anxious, don’t be! I’ve got you covered. I’m sharing a Spring Cleaning Checklist and tips to organize your home to help make this daunting task more manageable. After being cooped up for months, it’s time to throw open the window and let the fresh air in[...]
Over the years I’ve spent a lot of time in the kitchen making meals for my family and trying new recipes. And I’m always looking for the latest kitchen gadgets and utensils to make meal prep easier and faster. So, whether you’re just learning your way around a kitchen or you’re ready to audition for Top Chef, this list of must-have kitchen items will make it easy and enjoyable to w[...]
