Downsizing Your Life

When we have lost a partner, parent, child, or friend, grief overwhelms us so much that it is hard to make the simplest of decisions. For some, busying ourselves with the practical things that need to happen when a loved one has passed…

Like many of us, I have a collection. Not stamps or coins – though I admire a good commemorative quarter – I collect stuff I might need someday. You know, the “just-in-case” drawer that somehow turned into a closet, which morphed into a box or two in the basement…

If, like me, you are not a fan of following rules or being put in boxes, you may already find yourself living an electric lifestyle. When I was younger, I thought one day I would do what all my friends did, have a particular style. Fifty years later, I found what it was all along!

House sharing can add a lot of fun and adventure to your life. It can also be a huge challenge if you’re not prepared. To make sure you and your roommates are comfortable, it’s important to make sure your home is roommate-ready. This comprehensive guide…

Minimalism isn’t just about decluttering; it’s a mindset shift toward intentional living. Over the years, we accumulate possessions that hold memories and sentimental value. However, these belongings can become overwhelming, weighing us down…

I know the feeling, overwhelm. I need to clean up, straighten up, purge or de-clutter but when I look around, it’s just too big of a job. I’d much rather peek at the latest Instagram post. Those funny cat videos make me laugh out loud! Then I’m on to the cute dog videos on YouTube…

Picture this: you’re driving through a neighborhood you love, and there it is – the house. You’re in your 60s, so this is your final move. Perfect backyard. Beautiful landscaping. Maybe even an extended screened-in area or a pool. In the yard is a big “For Sale” sign…

If you knew Gayle and Marc, you would think that it was entirely Marc’s idea for them to move into a cottage home. For years, Marc led a fairly frugal life. He carried the same briefcase to work. He had the same lunch with leftovers from the previous night…

Clutter is a thief of time and joy. You’ve been meaning to declutter for years. You’ve been promising yourself, “I’ll get to it… when things slow down.” But here’s what I see over and over again: Women wasting precious years cleaning, sorting, organizing, postponing the life they actually…

I haven’t shared this story very often, but today, it feels especially appropriate. That forgotten basket had been sitting in the corner of my basement storage closet for years. It was a plain white plastic laundry basket – the kind you might pick up at a big box store for $9.99…