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Construction Karma
For the last 12 months, I have been practicing one of the most glorious sentences in the English language: “I have a cabin on a lake.” Ive only said it out loud about a dozen times. Mostly I say it to myself.
Supermom or Guilty Mom?
There is a Jewish expression that says: God could not be there all of the time; therefore he created mothers. Oy. I blame the Talmudic scholars for creating the original Super Mom and all of the meshugas that goes along with it.
It’s Time to Finally De-Clutter Your Kitchen!
Do the math. We eat three meals a day, 365 days of the year. Unless you employ a personal chef, that all adds up to a lot of time spent in the kitchen. Its no wonder that most people count the kitchen as the nerve center of their home. We cook there, eat there, sort the mail and do homework there. Its also where everyone seems to gather during parties and get-togethers. But, its also one of the most cluttered spots in the home. Whether your kitchen has a few junk drawers that need cleaning out or you havent seen the color of your counters in the last decade, chances are you could benefit from a clean sweep in this room. Clutter isnt just unappealing – it also adds time to tasks. If you cant find your salt and pepper because your spice cabinet is packed, its taking you longer to make dinner than you thought. Set aside 15-20 minutes to de-clutter and organize your kitchen. Youll be surprised by how much time you save on daily tasks when you dont have to yell out have you seen the __!
Organizing Your Life for Homeownership
Congratulations! Youve finally found the one. Tall, dark, handsomeno, wait a minute. This one is more of the white picket fence and center hall variety a house and its yours! No more virtual tours, open houses, and calls from your realtor proclaiming Ive found it! You have now joined the ranks of proud homeowners across the country. Pop the cork, cross the threshold, and take a seat on your new couch. You might need a seat when the excitement wears off and you realize that this is (gulp) the biggest purchase you have ever made. But dont panic yet. With a little preparation and guidance you can navigate the world of the new homeowner with your sanity and your savings intact.