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Are you Stockpiling Old Magazines?
Some of us love our magazines so much that we save them. Not that there is anything wrong with that—if you have the space to store them and you look at them again.
A Tisket, a Tasket, Store it in a Basket
Baskets are inexpensive and handy containers for organizing all kinds of stuff: clothes, toys, linens, cleaning supplies, home office supplies, bathroom supplies… you name it.
They are one of the most versatile and simplest organizers you will find.
Hang it Up
In addition to his athletic prowess, Boston Celtic legend John Havlicek was known for being meticulous. His wife said he hung all his clothes a half inch apart in his closet at home and folded his socks over a hanger.
You do not have to go to those extreme measures for a neat closet. You can quickly make your closet look a lot nicer just by buying a set of matching hangers. Features to look for, depending on your needs, include:
How to Fold Everything, and I Mean Everything (Even the Cheese)
A key to reducing clutter and maximizing storage space is to fold your clothes and linens. Other items you might fold are dinner napkins (for presentation and utility), flags, and ingredients. I have curated a collection of instructions for folding everything, so you do not have to weed through the Internet to watch some longer-than-necessary videos.
Do Not Leave a “Shred” of your ID in Your Trash
You have been diligent about sorting through papers (good for you!), and now you have a stack of documents to discard. Wait! Do any of these contain private information, such as your name, address, phone, email, date of birth, account number, medical history, financial information, or prescription drug labels, among others? You cannot just toss these into the trash. Once something is in the trash, it is free game for anyone to take, including scammers and others who can sell your information on the dark web, exposing you to identity theft and other scams.
Prevent Travel Hassles with These Under-the-Radar Tips
In previous blog posts, I have suggested useful items to pack when traveling. Here are some additional under-the-radar travel tips for avoiding some major inconveniences, such as having your data stolen, running out of juice on your phone, and paying fees for overweight luggage.
Organize a Drink Station for Your 4th of July BBQ
Celebrating the 4th of July with a BBQ? To save yourself some time that day to enjoy everyone’s company, perhaps you would consider setting up a self-serve drink station. Here is how:
Practice Smart Time Management By Prioritizing
Prioritizing tasks is an essential part of effective time management. Here are some tips for doing so:
Organize Your Backyard Shed and Find the Garden Tools You Thought You Lost
If you are fortunate enough to have a backyard shed, you might find that over the years you have accumulated lots of “stuff” that you stored rather haphazardly.
To make the most of your outdoor space and to keep your tools and equipment easily accessible, set aside time to organize your shed by doing the following:
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