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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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6 Organizing Tips to Take the Stress Out of Gardening

Published on May 18, 2018Last updated October 11, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tools neatly organized along inside of shed door.

Keeping organized as a gardener can be daunting as we plan, plant and sow, maintain the garden, and track our progress. Use these tips to get things in order and make your garden life as enjoyable and … [Read more...]

How to Give Up Sugar with the Keto Lifestyle

Published on December 29, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Low carb food options including avocado and blueberries.

Many people struggle with sugar cravings and find the keto diet breaks the cycle. The ketogenic lifestyle offers a way to live sugar-free with low carb, satisfying food options. … [Read more...]

Easy Trick to Keep Vegetables Fresh in Fridge

Published on November 27, 2017Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Romaine lettuce.

Do your leafy greens go limp in the fridge before you can use them? This simple trick can help keep them crisp longer and cut down on food waste. Want to know whether a fresh food should go in the … [Read more...]

Story Of The Lost Wedding Ring

Published on November 14, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Wedding ring on a hook.

One day on a family outing, my husband lost his wedding. It flew off his finger and landed in a swamp! It seemed impossible, but we were determined to try and find it. Here’s our story from years … [Read more...]

One Week on the Cinch Food Plan

Published on January 2, 2014Last updated October 12, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Berries and yogurt.

This shares my one-week experience following the Cinch food plan—one of my most requested posts. It’s especially popular at New Year’s when many aim for better health. Since writing this, I … [Read more...]

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