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What to Do When School Papers are Piling

It’s the last week of school, and while most kids are cheering, many parents are lamenting. If you’ve suddenly found yourself inundated with a whole year’s worth of your kids’ artwork, school projects and report cards, you’re not alone. If you feel overwhelmed by the school papers piled on your counter tops, tables and any…

How retail therapy clutters your closet, and what to do about it.

This is the time of year stores hold sidewalk sales. Who can resist a summer clearance sale? Everyone loves a bargain. But when is a bargain not a bargain? If you have clothes with price tags still attached – months later – you’ll know what I’m talking about. Stop now, shop later. Before you grab…

How to Stop Running and Start Living

Ever notice that the relaxation you experience on vacation is quickly replaced by stress once you get home? It doesn’t have to be that way. Want to know the secret to staying in that blissfully calm ‘vacation’ state? Read on… Last week was my first week back from vacation. We flew to Venice and then…

How to lose the worry habit and find energy, joy and inner peace.

Today is my birthday. Every year on this day, I like to put aside some quiet time, to reflect on my life and write my thoughts in my journal. I know it may seem kind of nerdy, but I’m an introvert so this kind of stuff rocks my cradle! Although I’m blessed with a pretty…

Ever wonder if your cast-offs are worth something?

I got an interesting question today, and because it’s one that comes up often, I thought I would share it (with permission of course) – along with my response. See if you can relate: Hi Hellen, I was wondering if old magazines have any real financial value. I often use my old Popular Mechanics magazines…