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There are many statistics on how long it takes to break a habit.  Whether you look at the length of time it will take or the number of repetitions, the point is that creating a habit is a commitment that takes time.  Often, good organization hinges on breaking thought patterns and physical habits that have […]

Organizing and collecting recipes can be a full time job for those who love to cook.  When you have a love for food and a desire to constantly try new dishes, the piles of cookbooks, cut out recipes, boxes, binders and folders can get so overwhelming that finding a recipe becomes a chore. I find

Summer means drinking long, tall strawberry daiquiris by the pool, hanging out with close friends into long hours of the day, and barbecuing with herbs and sauces. I find myself going over my recipes again and again, wondering what I should cook next. Will it be barbecue pork ribs, beans, fresh fruit salads, burgers, chicken

As part of my series “The Imperfect Perfectionist,” I am redefining perfection by making room for the imperfections that go hand in hand with being a parent. I am uncovering the secrets to doing less, rather than doing more, so we can find balance and peace. This week I am reaching out to partner Kristin

Goodbye Detergent Outdoor Scrubber These tough scrubbers tackle outdoor messes on patios, grills or garden stones. Made of all-natural materials like walnut shells, magnesia and alumina they are eco-friendly and very durable.  They will outlast traditional synthetic scrubber and reduce the need for wasteful detergents and other cleaners. Click here to view all our great

Household Cart This Household Cart is the perfect storage solution for every room in your home. With a durable steel construction and an epoxy-coated white finish, this wire cart offers three basket-style shelves ideal for laundry room, garage, bathroom and kitchen storage. With a large shelf bearing capacity, this versatile household cart easily holds heavy

My basement is a bombing zone. Now that the attic is cleaned, this week let’s work on our basements. Last week Kristin said the basement consisted of our past. This requires skill to dig our way out from under. The strategy behind my basement is to cut the room into sections and begin cleaning out

Ask The Organizer The summer flew by and I already find myself preparing for the craziness of getting the kids prepared for school.  I want to start out with the right system this year. Do you have suggestions for managing the school papers and bags that seem to accumulate? Janice, Middletown, CT It is hard

Spring Cleaning Tips! 1. Carry all of your cleaning supplies in a cleaning bucket from room to room to save steps. 2. Use a hand held hair dryer to blow the dust out of silk or dried floral arrangements. 3. Scrub stains, burns etc from counters, pans, cabinets, plastic, decks, granite etc. using our goodbye

This month, save money, save the planet and get organized! Its Spring Cleaning time and we’re celebrating Go Green style.  Here at The Organized Lifestyle we offer a variety of Eco-Friendly products and services. Did you know almost 40% of America’s waste is paper & could be recycled? Learn how you can cut down your