Tag: organization
Does It All Need to Get Done Today?
I can admit when I’ve hit the wall. Sometimes, I’ve taken on too many commitments. Other times, the daily workload has just gotten too...
Letting Them Help: The 10-Minute Clean Up
I’ve always felt like one of my duties as a parent is to raise responsible and independent children. Ones who can think for themselves,...
Help! Homework!
If you have school-aged children, I’m sure you are slowly getting back into the swing of things. As a teacher, I have to admit;...
The Never-Ending Laundry Battle and How to Tackle It
Growing up, I never thought too much about doing my laundry. In college, I went to my grandparents' house every other weekend to wash...
Learning How to Clean Green
It seems that everywhere I turn, someone is mentioning homemade cleaners. Quite a few bloggers I enjoy reading have written about making the switch...
Organizing My Life
My life has never been organized or structured. In the past, I've done most things spontaneously, without much planning in advance. But, since I...
Guide to Home Improvement in Fairfield County
Whether you just moved into a new house or you've lived there for 20+ years, home improvements and updates are constant for homeowners. Our...
Merry Maids of Fairfield Making Your House a Home
For years I've felt like a maid, but one who is failing miserably. Don't get me wrong, my house is clean, but it's such...
Confessions of an Over-Functioner
Hi, my name is Maria, and I’m an over-functioner.
What is an over-functioner? According to Will Meek Ph.D., “Classic characteristics of over-functioning include being overly...
Kids’ Reusable Food Containers
Before you know it, the summer will be over, and we are all scrambling to find school supplies, labels, and the best food containers...