Transition smoothly from school to summer
Transition from school life to summer life with a little organization and intentionality. Enjoy summer how you choose to experience it. Most of my memories come from the summer months: lazy days by the pool, sleepovers, camps, and family vacation. So many exciting activities. But I also clearly remember my mom made sure we stayed […]
Make Space in your Home and Life
The importance of making space. We all exist in the essence of space. It’s like gravity; it just exists without us doing anything. But when we lose our space, we start to realize we take it for granted. And we want it back. Space: a continuous area or expanse that is free, available* Space: open […]
Organize with your Kids in Mind
Mothers can easily get frustrated with their kids in the house. They can especially feel defeated when they’ve worked hard to organize or purge an area and the kids appear to have no respect for the effort, and destroy the order in a matter of days [or minutes!].
How to Decide what to Keep
Gifts, keepsakes, mementos, kids trophies, travel souvenirs, memories from late loved ones, and those concert tickets from your first date. How do I decide what to keep? When I tell people what I do, one of the first questions I get asked is, “how do you make people to get rid of things?” And when […]
Finding Opportunity amongst Challenge
Opportunity and possibility are within each challenge. Can you see it? Joan is thankful to be a stay at home mom after working full time for many years. But it comes with its challenges. With a bit of discouragement, she feels: “I don’t get things put away because I am easily distracted and don’t know […]
How to Stay Motivated
Kimberly made a resolution to become more organized and be more conscious of how she spent her time. She was so motivated to be organized! She energetically de-clutter her closets and cupboards of things she no longer needed nor wanted. She loved the freeing feeling that came from walking into her house and knowing where […]
Tips to get organized in the new year
Get More Organized in 2018 is the resolution that thousands [maybe millions] are making this week. Are you one of them? Do you desire to be more organized this year? There are many organizing tips that are offered at the beginning of a New Year, but The Proper Place is offering these essential simple tips […]
Become House Ready for Holiday Gatherings
Is your house ready for the rush of holiday gatherings? You’ve agreed to host the holiday gathering at your house and you’re motivated to get a few things in order. You need space for out of town guests to sleep, area for kids to play, and you have a whole lot of cooking prep to […]
Benefits of budgeting time like money
If I spent my money like I spend my time, I’d be broke. Time can be just as valuable as the dollar, and just as valuable to budget. Let’s look at spending our time like we’d look at spending our money so we can afford the important things!
The defining moment of your day
I don’t have to tell you how fast paced life is because you’re probably running the race right now! Life is packed full of activity, but can you afford not to find five minutes of rest in your day? How do we find time to be still?
Why to say No. When to say Yes.
We live in an era where our plates are overflowing with commitments. More is expected of the woman than ever before. It’s so important to say Yes. Sometimes. But how, when, and why should you say No? And when do you say Yes? Consider one of these concepts to help you process the next request of you to add a commitment to your plate.
Back to School with Less Stress
Be intentional about your mornings and evenings. Empower each child with the proper tools and independence. Take care of yourself. And go conquer this school year! Here are six simple tips that can add a little intentional order to make a difference in the success of this new school year.