Today I’m washing windows to let as much light into my house as possible. I have quite a few windows and a lot of slobbery dogs, so this is a pretty big project! QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Still have any Christmas decorations or lights up that need to come down and be stored away? …
Periwinkle Blue Christmas Tree Cards, from Papyrus Online Holiday Letter Writing Tonight I’m writing holiday cards and a brief newsletter I’ll tuck into them. Some of what I’m writing seems redundant to re-share with friends who have been following my life this year on Facebook. But I’m sending newsletters to lots of older relatives who …
Felt Santa Claus, from Cost Plus World Market QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Need to de-clutter and clean out your car? I do this every time I find myself sitting in it for a few minutes while waiting for someone. Otherwise my car gets really out of hand! Do you need to restock things you …
Today isn’t supposed to be just a day off from work. We should call (not just text) our friends and family members who have been members of the military (even if they haven’t been on active duty in war time) and thank them for their service. They’ll appreciate it so much. I’m reading up on …
Peacock Fairy Wings, from Elven Creations on Etsy This weekend it’s still “Time for Us” week. We will not be engaging in any sorting, decluttering, cleaning or house projects. We’ll just perform the minimal amount of work necessary to keep our kids clean, rested and fed; our pets happy; and our houses from falling apart …
Hudson Single Malt Whiskey, at Total Wine & More Today I’m checking my liquor cabinet to see what I need to stock on for the upcoming holiday season. I throw a lot of dinner parties, cocktail parties and movie parties. While busy cooking and cleaning for a party, I’d rather not have to stop and …
My front doorway, after I tossed out the dead plants from summer and replaced them with fresh baskets of colorful mums Happy first day of October! I’m so looking forward to autumn. I admit, however, I’m dreading the days getting shorter and the long, cold, dark nights ahead. I’ll just have to light more fires, …
A little lunch I set out to share with a friend one sunny morning this week I love every season – there’s something wonderful about every one of them. Right now, I’m thoroughly enjoying summer’s long warm sun-filled days, clear nights for stargazing, and frankly, the lack of rain. I love hearing fans blowing in …
I don’t have any cleaning projects scheduled for myself this weekend. Instead, I’m taking my 8 year old to a nearby city to visit family and attend Stars on Ice. There will always be time to clean when I get back! Meanwhile, I’m packing and freaking out a little bit because I’ve never taken my …
No, I don’t actually own this adorable Kate Spade Steamline Stowaway suitcase. I wish! This week I’m packing for the sunny Spring Break vacation I’m taking with my three nephews. I’ve been squirrelling away new T-shirts and shorts for them, and confiscating their unused (We live in Seattle, and it’s April..) swimsuits to pack for …