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A Weekend of Refreshment

morning sunlight, after days of rain fresh, light green, new grass sprouting flowers in bloom tending to the garden lemonaide on the patio burgers on the grill birds at the bird feeder   “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth!” Psalm 8:9 (NASB)   Enjoy your weekend, my...

A Working Pantry…

Keeping order in my pantry helps me in so many ways.  I know what I have at all times and  meal preparation and grocery shopping is much easier.    If this is your first time doing a “pantry overhaul” a few things to consider before starting are: What’s working and what isn’t working What do you use and like to keep on hand Will the space accommodate the items after your trip to the market How does your...

Your home is YOUR HOME!

    The above is a picture of Jason and Sabrina’s, my son and daughter-in-law, media closet.  They love having things organized and ready to be used (and returned)! Remember your home is YOUR HOME! Organize your home in a way that works for you and your family Consider the needs, habits and tendencies of everyone in your household Allow your home to grow with you, your family and the different seasons of...

Getting Our Refrigerator in Order

Keeping our refrigerators clean is important for our families health.  Keeping our refrigerators organized makes menu planning, food storage, food preparation and maintenance much easier! Today’s Step: Remove food and contents.  Toss any expired food.  Place remaining food in a cooler with ice to keep it safe. Remove shelves and drawers. Wipe down interior with very warm soapy water. Rise with warm water and dry...

A Weekend of Refreshment

Flowers in bloom… A bike ride… Visiting with a friend… A baseball game… Fresh cut...

Tending to the Kitchen Cabinets – Exterior

A friend once asked me if I “live to organize?” However, the reality is that I don’t live to organize; I “organize to LIVE!”  I have made it a way of life and it has made life delightful, easier and much less stressful!  Today’s Steps:  ¨  Dust the top of the kitchen cabinets ¨  Wipe down the outside of the cabinets and drawers             Tips and Caution: Have someone assist you in removing...

The Beauty of Spring…

The Beauty of Spring…. How wonderful to see so many things in bloom.  God’s creation is breathtaking… I want to be able to enjoy this season while maintaining the continual responsibilities of tending to my home and family.  It’s time to open up the windows, let the gentle warm breeze flow through and  begin cleaning and organizing our spaces.  Although it is hard work and seemingly insurmountable, it can be...

Ice, Snow and Joy!

Surprised by joy…. Ice-covered trees Quiet wonder….  Simple ”everyday” pleasures yield abounding...