There is no doubt that 2020 has been challenging! As I reflect on the past year, I can't help but think we all had to grow in some way. Whether it be by growing closer with our families, appreciating the value of everyday experiences, (hair cuts, dining in at restaurants, shopping at retail stores, etc.) and learning how resilient we really are. As you anticipate the new year, don't forget to reflect on 2020 and plan to continually grow in 2021. 

To help you make 2021 your best, here is 5 my favorite personal development books. 

Whether you are attending a small gathering of friends, visiting a family, or spending it with just your intermediate family - have you considering hostess gifts or gift baskets for those who need a bit of joy this year. To give you some extra inspiration this year, here are the top five Thanksgiving gifts. 

I will be the first to admit that some days I am not as productive as I should be or would even like to be, and that is ok. When it comes to managing our lives we need to love our mess and give ourselves grace (Can I get an Amen?)! I want to share some of my secret tips to being productive and organized...everyday. These tips, don't need storage bins or labels - just action and consistency. Can't wait to hear which ones you will be adding to your routine! 

 Feeling overwhelmed with a stocked pantry? Organizing may help ease your busy mind and give you more time and money.  Wondering why you should invest and how to even start organizing your pantry? I have you covered! 

• Quickly make your grocery list, by being able to do a brief inventory. 
• Stop over buying items that you may already have. 
• Create easy grab-and-go snack bins for your family. 

A deep organizing session of your closet can be a daunting task! To avoid overwhelm, schedule some regular maintenance on your closet at the change of the season. Here are few simple ways you can do a quickly refresh your closet and make some extra space. 

1. Store for the Seasons | Storing your seasonal items is the easiest way to make some room in your closet. Simply create labeled bins or storage containers for each season and / or items that aren't used every day (ski gear, traveling, Holiday sweaters.) This will help free up some space in your closet and make it easier to switch out items for the season or avoid digging through countless hangers. 

Welcome Summer! Although this summer may look a little different with social distancing, here are some simple ways to organize your home and family for some summer fun.

​1. Gardening Tools | Save time this summer when tackling your garden. Keep all of your gardening tools in a bucket where items are visible and easily accessible. That way when you are digging up weeds or vegetables, everything is an arm’s distance away. 

Do you feel that organizing your home can seem like an overwhelming and endless task? We get it - it can be! Before you jump into your next project, let's cover the top five mistakes of organizing your home. 

1. Not Labeling | Listen, I know we all love the stunning Instagram-worthy vinyl labels, but if you are holding back from labeling because you have to have them, create something temporary for the time-being! Grab some Post-It Notes, tape, a label maker, something! You spent time and care in decluttering, sorting, and organizing - those labels help you and your system stay in-check.