A while ago, I blogged about an empty nester couple’s small kitchen issues. Sometimes, though, the problem is too much space. Here’s a story about adjusting a generously sized kitchen for a family’s needs. … Continue reading
School is over or almost over, and the summer travel season is beginning. I was surprised to read in Inc. magazine (June 2012, pg 28) that $3.4 billion was charged to airline customers for baggage … Continue reading
If a kitchen is not set up to serve its owners, does it require remodeling? Not necessarily. Often reorganizing the space is enough. Jodi and Tom are empty nesters. When their kids were small, … Continue reading
Earth Day took place a few days ago, on April 22nd. Though there are many big ways to look after the earth and our environment, small actions also make a difference. I was very excited … Continue reading
William Grimes wrote in the New York Times about an overabundance of kitchen gadgets. The article is full of great quotes from food professionals, who admit to being guilty of owning kitchen gadgets that … Continue reading
Spring is coming, and I know many of you are already making spring cleaning plans. As you enjoy the warmer weather and watching green plants pop up and buds bloom, I’m sure you can’t wait … Continue reading
No, I am not going to talk about how to do taxes. It is certainly not my area of specialty. But it now is the time of year to compile records and prepare to file. … Continue reading
Last year around this time, I wrote a blog about donating unwanted formal dresses to high-school girls for prom. If you have a bridesmaid’s dress, formal gown or cocktail dress that you have no desire … Continue reading
Adam and Julia had a back porch they didn’t need to use as a living space as its too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. They purchased shelves and set it … Continue reading
A few blogs ago I mentioned having helped Danielle, a professional organizer, prune her closet. In exchange, she came over to my place to help me with mine. I am lucky to have pretty good … Continue reading