A few years ago, someone suggested that I add pieces of lemon to my water. (I’m one of the diligent ones, drinking lots of it every day, all day long.) Why? She said that it helps the complexion. It’s something
Grills Just Wanna Have Fun!
Do you have a grill, either the old kind that uses charcoal or a gas item? Regardless, if you clean the grate now, before storing it for the winter, you’ll save time. By next spring, any leftover “gunk” will have
Do Some Fall Tasks NOW
As spring arrives slowly, wash winter clothes now, so they’ll be ready when the weather turns cold again.
A Little-Known Cleaning Use for Salt – It Really Works!
Some time ago, I heard or read somewhere that salt can be used to clean silk flowers. Really? I’d never tried it. I’ve been working with a client whose dining room table has been full of stuff, including books, bills,
It’s a Great Time to Start a Gratitude/Happiness Jar
What’s a Gratitude/Happiness Jar? Is there a way to capture those feelings and place them somewhere? While not exactly, it is possible to record them to be enjoyed later on. How? First, find a big jar that you can easily
Halloween for the Jack-o’-Lantern-Challenged
An embarrassing fact – I’m terrible at carving pumpkins. Always have been, and likely will continue to be. Last year, I decided to try something different. Another admission – this is a recycled Timely Tip from last Halloween. Still relevant
Seasonal Gardening Tips
Local gardening expert Charlie Nardozzi spoke yesterday on a Vermont Public Radio call-in show. He shared some excellent tips. Knowing the always-smiling Charlie to be an affable guy, I’m sure that he wouldn’t mind my passing along a few gems.
Seasonal Garage Cleaning, Even for a Professional Organizer
Today, I swept my garage and stored wicker summer furniture, placing the chairs on some old rubber car floor mats. That way, once winter snow melts off the car, the furniture legs will be protected. No old floor mats? You
Tasks Completed and Mental Clutter Gone!
Many, if not most of us, put off tasks that may take lots of time, or challenge us, or otherwise cause stress. Two such tasks (figuratively) hovered over my head, with daily reminders that they existed. I sing in the
Not Fun to Think About, But Important
From the archives…Do you have a plan in case of emergencies? In this very hot and dry summer (at least here in Vermont), and with many fires burning in the US West, having a plan could make an awful situation