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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 __!

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9-Year-Old Girl’s Birthday Party Ideas

Your little girl is turning 9 years old, and both of you want something different from the clown or princess parties of the past. Celebrate a girl’s 9th birthday by brainstorming with her for creative, personalized themes, activities, decorations and delicacies that reflect her own style. Whether you want a glitzy event at an off-site location or an old-fashioned celebration at home, you can plan for a longer and larger party than you’ve had in the past.

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Budget Birthday Party Ideas

Over-the-top birthday celebrations complete with bounce houses, lavish cakes and even fireworks are more common in today’s generation. If your budget isn’t big enough to accommodate pony rides or a live band, a little creativity allows you to throw a memorable party without spending all your savings. Setting a party budget before the planning begins helps stay on track.

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1st Birthday Party Theme Ideas

Planning your baby’s first birthday party can be fun, exciting and emotional as it marks the first full year since he entered your life. Use a theme for the party to make the planning process easier, as sticking to themed decor and activities can narrow down the choices you have to choose from.

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Children’s Birthday Party Decorating Ideas

Decorating for children’s birthday parties has come a long way since pink and white gingham for girls and trucks for boys. Contemporary parties often represent the imagination and ideas of the guest of honor and features thematic imagery and interactive decorations. Involve your child in the birthday party-planning process, and set aside a special do-it-yourself project for the children to complete, such as painting a treasure chest gold, personalizing a long birthday banner or scattering sequins over the place settings.