Tag Archives: Organization

Decluttering When You Have Kids

Posted on February 17, 2022 by msw blog

Q : I’ve decluttered so much already, but there’s always stuff everywhere, and there’s not much else I can get rid of. Should I organize better or get the kids to help? A: We have to recognize the difference between clutter and … Continue reading →

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Family Contributions

Posted on December 24, 2021 by msw blog

To make chores seem like not such a…well, chore, stop calling them that. Instead, they become “family contributions.” Teach your 2-year-old to collect dirty clothes into a basket. Have your 7-year-old water the plants. Give older kids first picks from … Continue reading →

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Editing Beauty

Posted on September 18, 2021 by msw blog

I’m a world traveler, and I’ve picked up many one-of-a-kind items. I’ve also inherited items from family members, which means I have too much stuff. How do you manage potential clutter/having too many things? How do you store items for … Continue reading →

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What I Want to Remember

Posted on June 25, 2021 by msw blog

I started cleaning our apartment so I could take photos to remember it by. My husband was retiring, and we were moving from New York — leaving the place where two lonesome apartments combined into this one; where two single … Continue reading →

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Bringing Soul to Your Home

Posted on April 20, 2021 by msw blog

 How can I add soul to my home if I’m a minimalist? Adding soul to your home can be achieved whether you like living with a lot or a little. It’s about having items around that you love and that … Continue reading →

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