Organizing Blog
Downsizing the Decorations
The holidays are coming and soon we will be pulling out the decorations. Items that stay packed away for most of the year will get their moment in the light. But what does that have to do with downsizing or moving? Well, when we think of downsizing our things, we often…
Read moreGratitude
The quality of being thankful In life, we are faced with many decisions. One of the choices we make is what to do with our time, finances, and physical resources. We can buy material goods or experiences. We can hold on to things or give them away. What part does…
Read moreYou’re done… Well almost
This month we look at the last letter in the acrostic S-I-M-P-L-I-F-Y, our guide to walking through the downsizing and moving process. “Y” is for….You’re done! Well almost. You have spent a lot of time sorting, made hundred of decisions, donated or sold your extra possessions, packed or had the…
Read moreFall Fling – October
How did your digital fall fling go last month? Isn’t it great to be able to easily find your digital files, photos and apps? This month we will look at items that tend to accumulate around our homes without realizing it. They are books, unused picture frames, pet supplies, and…
Read moreFigure out the move
Over the past few months we have used the acrostic of S-I-M-P-L-I-F-Y to step our way through the downsizing and moving process. So far we have considered: State your goal Imagine your new life Measure what will fit Pick what is most important Let go of the rest Involve others…
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