Posts by Karen Bush
Guide to Achieve Resolutions to Getting Organized in 2021
Happy 2021, everyone! The mantra for the month of January is “Less is more!” As we move into 2021, January is National “Get Organized” month. Let’s look at some terms, definitions, and steps that will help us with downsizing, organizing, and having a minimalist lifestyle. The term “minimalist” may not be what you think. Does it…
Read MoreTips for the Holidays | Professional Home Organizers Northern Virginia
Quick tips to get your holidays running smoothly with less stress from our Professional Home Organizers in Northern Virginia. Set the Table in Advance Do this a day in advance. No need to check it twice! Just mark it off the list! Cook / Bake Ahead Pre-cook the side dishes. Do one side dish a…
Read MoreGet Organized Now | 2020: We’re in the Homestretch – You Can Make It!
Many books will be written about the year 2020, and it’ll take a long time to fully realize how it’s impacted all of us. With the health advisories and cancellations that have happened repeatedly in the last eight months, we have all had to spend a lot more time in our homes than we’re used…
Read MoreWhole House Cleanout Services Near Me
Cleaning out a whole home or closing an estate upon someone’s passing can be a stressful and emotional time for the surviving family, which becomes even harder when they have to make decisions while mourning their loved one. We can help with whole house cleanout services near me in Great Falls, Northern Virginia. As soon…
Read MoreThree Helpful Organizing Tips for the Holidays | From Home Organizers Near Me
#1 – OUT WITH THE OLD – IN WITH THE NEW To Coin a phrase, “one in, one out” When it comes to staying organized and keeping control of your stuff, recognize that the holidays mean more stuff will be coming into your house, from food to clothes to toys. Here’s a thought – why not make space…
Read MoreDownsizing Tips | From Downsizing Services Near Me
Downsizing – Start Slow as You Move Through Your Stuff A family home is full of memories and childhood knickknacks that take up space and energy. If your adult children have moved out, it may be time to sift through the memorabilia and downsize your belongings. Simplify your life by letting go of the childhood…
Read MoreSeeing the Bigger Picture | Home Organizers Near Me
My eyes are dilated today from an eye exam, and everything looks super bright and fuzzy. All around me, I see light bouncing off surfaces. While it’s beautiful and brilliant, it’s also too bright, so I end up squinting to make it more bearable. If you are looking for home organizers near me, look no further! Do You…
Read MoreYou’ll Never Guess the Most Important Skill |Organizer Northern Virginia
Sorry for the click-bait, but this skill is so important I couldn’t risk putting it in the headline. We all do it every day, but sometimes not well. We all rely on it every day, but are often frustrated. We all think others should be doing it better. What am I referring to? Is it…
Read MoreCERTIFIED BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SENIOR SPECIALTY MOVE MANAGERS
The National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers® is proud to award the Senior Move Manager~Certified (SMM-C) credential to Great Falls Organizers in Great Falls, Northern Virginia. What does it mean to be certified by the National Association of Senior Specialty Move Managers? The Senior Move Manager~Certified (SMM~C) credential is a three–year designation conferred…
Read MoreOrganizing Help Near Me | More Holiday Tips
With winter decorations already displayed in stores, you might feel like you have 100 things to do before the holidays. Relax – you don’t have to do everything, and you don’t have to do it all at once. Here are some tips to help you get ready for the holidays, little by little. 1. Ask…
Read MoreHow to Get Organized Before the Holidays | Professional Organizer Tips
I am honestly having a hard time believing that October is almost over. The holidays are just around the corner and soon the snow will fall. Now is the time to think about getting organized for the season: holiday shopping, meals, and gift lists. The last thing I want to do is spend my time…
Read MoreMaterialist to Minimalist | Could You Downsize from a Home to an RV?
In the last two weeks, three very separate friends have posted on Facebook that they’re hitting the road in their new RVs. Downsizing in Retirement Two are retired couples, and the third is a family with young school-aged children. It seems with the pandemic, working and schooling are now remote and can be done from…
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