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Organizing ideas for the home and garden including decluttering tips, Marie Condo tidying up, and smart ways to keep things in order.

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How to Properly Store Herbs & Spices (Are They Still Good?)

Decluttering 101: How to Let it Go and Get On With It

Simple Garden Seed Storage & Organization

The Easiest Way to Keep Your Garden Seeds Organized

Published on January 11, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Packets of sunflower seeds in a labelled plastic bag.

This simple system shares how to organize your garden seeds in a manner that is logical, easy to use, and easy to maintain. Gather up your seeds, follow along, and let's get everything in order. … [Read more...]

How to Properly Store Herbs & Spices (Are They Still Good?)

Published on October 25, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Kitchen herbs and spices.

Learn how to store your kitchen herbs and spices to keep their flavor intact and find out when it's time to replace them. Thankfully, most do not spoil but instead simply lose their potency over time. … [Read more...]

How to Store Fruits & Vegetable For Maximum Freshness

Published on January 25, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fresh groceries on counter including fruits and vegetables

Find out the best ways to store fresh fruits and vegetables and what temperatures they need. Some do best on the counter while others should go in the fridge to avoid food waste. We also have a … [Read more...]

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

Published on November 29, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Neatly stacked wood pile and hanging baskets arranged above it.

Want to declutter your home once and for all? Ready to make room for the life you really want to live? Learn how to change your approach and create a realistic, organized home. While not … [Read more...]

How I Learned to Run at Middle Age

Published on December 31, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Woman jogging in woods.

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 challenges and victories along the way. And yes, whether you are 40 or 50 or … [Read more...]

15 Sustainable Gift Ideas for Green Friends

Published on November 6, 2019Last updated August 28, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Sustainable gift ideas from Etsy.

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...]

Tidying Up: How to Make Your Cluttered Home Functional Again

Published on January 1, 2019Last updated October 7, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tidy dishes in a cupboard.

If you have a home filled with stuff—so much stuff that it never gets used and stresses you out, these tips are for you. It will take time and perseverance but the benefits can be lifechanging. … [Read more...]

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