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Identity Theft Prevention & Recovery

I've been absent from the online world and I know I've got some splaining to do (in the words of Ricki Ricardo).......So here it goes....My wallet was stolen in June of this year........Identity theft is no joke, but it was the start of the domino effect that threw everything out of wack, followed by a series of other unfortunate events. I get told all the time: "I used to be organized at one point....until X". I get that.  I kept feeling like I couldn't grab any traction. In the organization…

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5 Tips For A More Productive Day

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Have you ever had a day were you felt scatterbrained? There are literally so many things that need to get done. But, you can’t seem to get any of it started or done. There is a direct correlation between our cluttered spaces and the clutter in our heads. In order to truly have a productive day, we have to set ourselves up for success. After you’ve made your bed and done your morning routine. Here are 5 productivity tips to help you get unstuck and be more productive.   1.…

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Give the gift of experiences – Last minute gift ideas

I don't want to give something simply because it's the social norm and I don't want to give someone something that won't be treasured. I strive to give meaningful gifts and I'm sure you feel the same way. When you're having trouble deciding what to gift someone, instead of gifting a random item just to say you gifted something. Here are some experiences you can gift that will have the recipient feeling overjoyed. Gifts for the special couples in your life: Date night - One of the struggles marriages face…

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Decluttering your kids before Christmas

I notice that toward the end of the year I start to feel heavy and overwhelmed by too much! I always try to fit in too many things. Then I make myself frazzled and I lose focus. 🙋🏽 (human here) As soon as I catch myself getting caught up in the busy work, I have to shift myself into subtracting. I start subtracting things from my to-do list, I refocus on progress, not perfection, and I remind myself that the whole point of the season is to be together with…

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How to Get Your Friends and Family the Perfect Gift

Holiday shopping has always been hard! My childhood memories include getting socks and nail polish most years. From the receiving end, I hated the feeling. So when shopping for others I always wanted to go the extra mile and take time to think of what my loved ones needed or desired. The thought of a simple gift card felt like I was giving up or didn’t know them enough to know what they wanted. I thought and I thought about who they were, what kinds of things I’ve heard them…

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How to Organize Your Pantry For the Holidays and Beyond.

I don’t know what it is about this year. But, as the days go by, I look forward to the holidays more and more. It must be because I am craving my family's hugs and the laughter ringing around the house. I remember as a child we would all gather around the table to spread the corn husk with masa and other fillings to make tamales. But, It’s amazing how you remember those special moments with your family, isn’t it?! I love that as an adult I can recreate some…

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How to Organize Your Fridge for the Holidays

What I love most about the holidays is the Crisp weather and all the food. Yummy turkey, homemade tamales, and posole. mmmm, yum! Holidays feel so special with the family gatherings, the music, the lights. It’s all so magical. However, the days leading up to the season can be pretty chaotic. From list planning to decorations and food preparations, it can feel exhausting just thinking about it. I find that breaking things down into small manageable tasks helps me move forward rather than thinking about the big picture.  Starting with…

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5 Things to Remember to Keep an Organized Home

Have you ever wondered why the clutter keeps coming back? After all the hard work of getting organized the next hard part is maintaining an organized home. We all want our homes to run efficiently and to remain our sanctuaries. It is impossible to run a household that is overwhelmed with clutter. Well, I am about to make your life a lot easier! Today, I am giving you 5 things to remember to keep an organized home! 1.Too Much Stuff How many times have you thought to yourself, ugh! I…

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5 Tips to Get your Kids Organized

As an organizer and mom, I find it to be so much fun and rewarding to organize with kids.

They’re so curious, open, honest, and expressive about their accomplishments.

Teaching them from an early age to release and get organized not only will set them up for success but will help you tremendously in the long run!

We talked previously about getting your partner on board with your organizing efforts, today I am sharing 5 tips to help your kids get organized.

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3 Easy Tasks you Could do Today to Prep for Back-to-School Tomorrow

It’s time again to switch gears into different routines and schedules with kids going back-to-school!

For some households, the weeks leading up to the back to school routine can be stressful.

Last minute store dashes for school supplies and school clothes usually gets the best of people.

Today I am sharing 3 easy tasks you can do today to prep for back to school tomorrow and keep your sanity.

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