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Fridge or Counter? Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Storage Tips

January 25, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fresh fruits and vegetables stored in a refrigerator.

How long can you store fresh fruits and vegetables? And what is the best way to store them? This free, printable chart shows you when to store fresh fruits and vegetables on the counter top and when … [Read more...]

Decluttering 101: How to Let It Go and Get on With It

November 29, 2020 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Minimalist bedroom with white bed covers and wood accessories.

Want to declutter your home once and for all? Ready to make room for the life you really want to live? This may help. While not the same as the advice here, I also have a … [Read more...]

How I Learned to Run at Middle Age

December 31, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Want to learn to run but don't know how to start? Follow along as I share my journey from zero to runner, and all of the bumps and lessons along the way. And yes, whether you are 40 or 50 or … [Read more...]

15 Sustainable Gift Ideas for Green Friends

November 6, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

What do you give a friend who leans toward minimalism and sustainability? Nothing. Or, practical, long-lasting useful items made with sustainability in mind. I've come up with a list of ideas for that … [Read more...]

25 Fruits That Ripen After Picking (and Those That Don’t)

August 25, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

It’s easy to forget which fruits ripen after picking and which do not. Is that hard peach from the grocery store going to soften up and get sweeter on my kitchen counter? Will that sour orange improve … [Read more...]

How to Speed Up The Lifechanging Magic of Tidying Up

January 1, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you are feeling crushed by burden of clutter, and crave a tidy, pleasing, functional home, these tips from The Lifechanging Magic of Tidying Up and Spark Joy by Marie Kondo may … [Read more...]

6 Smart Tips for Keeping Organized as a Gardener

May 18, 2018 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keeping organized as a gardener can be daunting! Seeds. Plants. Tools. Seasons. There are many things to keep track of to ensure our timing is right. These are my top tips for getting things in order … [Read more...]

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