Best Placement for a Sectional Sofa

A sectional couch is a perfect gathering spot for a family or group of friends, when you want to relax and enjoy a shared activity or just to stretch out and read a book. As sectionals are such large pieces of furniture, careful planning and measuring is necessary to maximize functionality and appeal. First, choose…

Boxing Day | What’s It All About?

Boxing Day  is recognized annually on December 26th and has been an official holiday in the UK, Ireland and Canada since 1871. There are wide and varying answers regarding the origins of Boxing Day. Some point to the song of “Good King Wenceslas” as the origin of spirit, if not the day itself. According to…

Goodbye Insomnia

I recently listened to a presentation about the many and varied types of dementia.  It is important to me because of my work in hospice care and when dealing with elderly clients in my organizing business. I did learn about a solution/aid for insomnia that I could try on myself and my husband. We frequently make…

Things People with Good Table Manners Never Do

Sharing the dinner table with others is a social interaction, albeit a casual family gathering or a business meeting. Good table manners show respect for the people you are dining with and person(s) providing the food, which is why good table manners should be employed at every meal. My Top Ten Things People with Good…

A Mom Who Takes Care Of Herself First

Here’s what I realized by the time my kids went to grade school. As women we are constantly pouring out to nurture and care for our kids, husband, families, pets, friends, co workers, who did I miss? The question is, who is pouring out to us? As moms and wife’s, we also need to be…

Be The Perfect Houseguest

 It’s not that difficult to be a good houseguest, showing consideration for your hosts and respecting their home is probably the first thing that comes to mind.  Here are a few ideas that will get you an invite back! Share your itinerary ~ They need to know your arrival and departure dates with times.  Let…

Qualities To Look For In A House Cleaner

When my children were small, I really needed help keeping my house clean and tidy.  While I concentrated on tidying up and organizing our belongings, my house cleaner could concentrate on the cleaning.  It was a team effort and worth every penny.  More recently, with just the two of us rattling around in our home, my…

Balcony Safety

As a Professional Organizer and mother of four children, I understand the need for creating spaces that are functional, family friendly and safe.  Small children are inquisitive, adventurous and very quick to give grown ups the slip. To ensure your balcony and deck is safe for the children living in the home and those visiting,…

In that moment

In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “180 Degrees.” A simple question changed my perspective and my life.  It was asked by my father, I was taken aback, affronted and guffawed at his old fashioned chauvinism but the question resonated and I did a 180. I grew up in the 1950’s and 1960’s.  One…