Back in November of 2012, Marriott announced that it would create tech-free zones at select resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico during the winter months.
As a Professional Organizer San Antonio, I encourage people to free themselves of as much clutter as possible in as "green" a way as possible. Since some folks started getting into a "New Year’s Resolution cleanout" mood, I thought I’d list a few resources that will help spare landfills from lead, mercury, and other toxins. Some charge a fee, which is a small price to pay for ridding your home of annoying clutter and saving the earth. Some are non-profits, so be sure to ask about a receipt for donations.
When we moved into our house a dozen years ago, I got to know the appliances in my kitchen pretty well. I did some light cooking in the summer months and baking and roasting in the fall months. When Thanksgiving rolled around, I was organized and ready to host yet another holiday meal.For some crazy reason, when I
Garage sale (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption]We’re often asked by our residential clients about what the best way is to get rid of stuff. Have a garage sale? Take the items to a consignment store? Or just donate it all? Everyone has a different situation, so here are some scenarios to consider to help you figure out which is the best way for you to part with your things and benefit in a monetary way from that parting.