“I’ve been looking for that!”
I’d be a rich gal if I got paid every time I heard this line from clients for various items from important documents to jewelry to even a mouth guard for a client’s son. This … Continue reading
Author Archives: elesheva
No need to be a storage unit for others
Baby boomers are often called the sandwich generation because they are taking care of both children and parents. That also means they are likely to have taken their parents’ possessions after the older generation has … Continue reading
Why purging before moving is a good idea
Lately I’ve been working in homes helping individuals and families purge before they move out of state. One of the areas often overlooked is the kitchen. Many times when I unpack in a client’s new … Continue reading
Aesthetically antique
Unless your style is aesthetically antique or you love an era whose style you embrace in your home, don’t feel the need to hold on what’s passed down to you that’s not your style. Whether … Continue reading
Overload of stuff from previous generations
Does this sound familiar? A closet is overstuffed with towels and linens or more furniture than space allows, all because items were handed down by family members. Often times there are way more items than … Continue reading
Magic of Tidiness
Recently MetLife posted an article via their Life Advice newsletter, The Magic of Tidiness. Included are simple and straightforward benefits of being tidy: You may feel less stress (my emphasis) in a neat home where … Continue reading
Power of saying “No”
It’s important to say “no” rather than “maybe.” Indecision can prevent us from moving forward and taking control of our lives. When family, friends and colleagues ask us to do things we don’t really want … Continue reading
Do you know clutter at home can affect quality of your sleep?
On a healthy average, we spend a third of our lives each day sleeping. If the sleep quality is low and there’s clutter in your home, particularly in your bedroom, it can be a cause … Continue reading
Papers for tax filing
Are you ready to file your 2016 income tax? Do you have all the papers together to file yourself or through an accountant? If the answer is no, now is the time to get all … Continue reading
Guests are coming!
Do you find yourself cleaning your home only when hosting a dinner/party or having out of town friends/family members stay with you? Is that usually the only motivation to clean your home? Want a clean … Continue reading