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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.
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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.
Do You Suffer From Lethologica?
I recently added a new word to my vocabulary: Lethologica, the inability to remember a particular word or name
Now, I just need to remember “lethologica”!
If you are like me, here are some effective strategies to enhance your memory:
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:
Kick Off Spring with a Thorough Cleaning
Spring is a time of renewal and growth, and there is no better way to kick off the season than with a thorough spring cleaning. Spring cleaning is an opportunity to declutter your home, refresh your space, and start the season off on the right foot.
Make the Most of Meal Prep
Preparing meals in advance can be a game-changer for busy families. Whether you have a busy schedule or just want to simplify mealtime, meal prepping can make a noticeable difference in your life. What follows are some tips for and benefits of preparing meals in advance:
Eight Organization Hacks for Busy Parents
Being a parent is no easy feat. From managing your child’s schedule to balancing work and household chores, it can be overwhelming to keep everything in order. However, with a little organization and planning, it is possible to keep everything under control. Here are some organization hacks for busy parents:
Add Decluttering to Your Self-care Regimen
Clutter makes us less productive, more stressed, and unfocused. Starting off the day facing a kitchen counter, dining room table, or office desk covered with stuff is discouraging. Devoting those last few minutes before bedtime to putting the dirty dishes in the dishwasher and tossing or filing the mail you dumped on the dining room table equates not only to good housekeeping but also to your well-being.
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