The husband is home so we managed to talk about what would be our big expenses for the month. So far, we decided to do some maintenance on our vehicle, upgrade Matthew’s bed to a double deck and just order the study table. We will also be making sure that we get connected to the [...]

Here are a few ideas.

1. Pass some along to the grandparents.
2. Use it as gift wrap or as cards.
3. Rotate the best artwork in frames.
4. Keep clutter boundaries with a designated bulletin board.
5. Keep storage boundaries with a designated box.

6. Take photos of the art.

7. Toss it. Teach kids the value of decluttering.
When push [...]

All I want for Christmas is a new flat-screen TV and home theater system. Seriously. Not even the lure of a new camera or a new computer can make me want anything more. We have had our share of televisions but we think a new TV system will be good for us since we watch [...]

Here’s a link to the article.

This reminded me of a friend who was confused most of his life. He even went to a spiritual journey (gay travel) to discover and really decide what his identity is. I am happy to share he has been happy with his partner for a five years now. [...]

This Daily System from Pottery Barn.

Got this from Alpha!
 
I kaboodled this before but forgot about it and when I saw it in Alpha’s blog I knew it would be perfect for the busiest part of the house ~ our dining area. I think this one can be assembled. Im sure we wont be able to [...]

Got this picture from Decorology.
This space is very doable with our home. I’m thinking the colors can be replaced with warmer tones and the couch be better looking but everything is perfectly doable. I like the layout of the space. We need a bookshelf like the one on the [...]

From here.
In my dream house, there will be an area for the coffee maker and a place where I can choose which Starbucks mug I will use for the day. In my dreams, there will always be Starbucks House Blend Coffee ready to be brewed.

When we had termite exterminators go to the house, we found out that the termites have invaded a part of my bookshelf and ate a few of my nursing books and went as far as creeping under our bed mattress. So for almost a week now we have been sleeping on the floor with mats [...]

I received a link to this list from Martha today and it was too awesome not to share.  I think we could all use a month off to declutter our lives, don’t you?
Because You Have Too Much Stuff 1. 1.4 million Americans suffer from chronic hoarding & clutter. 2. [...]

The faucet in the kitchen sink needs to be replaced. The water sometimes doesnt come out even if we have the faucet fully opened. It is a good thing that the owner of the house has told us we can replace, improve or renovate the house and have the expenses deducted on our rent. (I [...]