Get Organized Now!
Mid-Week Mini Edition
By Maria Gracia
May 9, 2018
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How Long Has That Been in the Fridge?
I am pretty good about keeping my refrigerator cleaned out, ever since I cleaned
it out thoroughly and realized some of those fancy mustards and jellies had been
opened and sitting in there for as long as 3 years!
Now, whenever I open a new jelly or mayo bottle or anything, I use a black
marker and put the month and year where it is quick and easy to see. Time goes
by fast in my world and I am still amazed how quickly things grow old--including
myself!
This fabulous reader tip was submitted by...
Vinita Shaw in El Paso TX
Be Inspired with One Simple Word
I took on a challenge last year, suggested by a day-by-day calendar, in which I
would choose a word to live by, inspire, and remind me throughout the year. The
word I chose was simple: DO.
This one tiny word has served me well in getting things done!
This fabulous reader tip was submitted by...
Jules Schatz
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Recommendation of the Week
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Just a Few Hours Remain ... Don't Miss Out
Hope you're having a wonderful evening...relaxing and enjoying the night. I know
my readers hate missing out on good stuff, so I just wanted to send out a shout
out because my special offer on my Anything and Everything resource
is ending in just a few hours. It's a really good deal. If you don't already have
it...my May issue is now available...and for the next 4 hours you can get it,
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All the details are further down in this issue.
We Just Wanted to Say Thank You!
Dear Maria,
I love every newsletter you send out. One recent one really spoke to me (and my
husband) on SO many levels. Your title was, 'Too Good To Throw Out.' We both
seem to be information junkies. A couple of months ago, I was experiencing
another one of those nights where I wake up at 3am and can't get back to sleep.
I decided to go through some of my saved up 'read later' articles. Several
articles were on parenting toddlers and teens. My children are almost 30!
Needless to say those articles went in the recycling container!
You also wrote an article on, 'How to apologize' and included a quote from R.
Brault. We recently were hit with some very hurtful words, spoken publicly
during an annual meeting by a person in our church family. For healing to begin,
we feel we need to make the move to apologize and ask the question 'how can we
make this right?' We know we will not get an apology from the other person, but
prayerfully an understanding can be reached.
Another article you wrote on respecting time was a biggie for both of us as
well. Why do some people think your time isn't as important as theirs? Your
recent article on meetings was another gem.
We just wanted to say thank you!
Blessings,
Nancy Johnson
A Reader Asks, 'How Do You Store and Use Up Bulk Dried Goods?'
A GON Reader Asks
Hi Maria,
I buy food staples in bulk from Costco. After filling coffee, pasta, etc. to the
appropriate canisters, the opened hefty bags still remain and they are giving me
frustration as I feel I have double physical objects, canister and bag. When the
items are freezer friendly, I freeze them immediately after my shopping trip. So
mainly, dry ingredients and bags of snacks are my headache.
My question is: How do you manage the half-opened bags of food? From which
should I start to use firstly, the canister or bag? Or, if storage is my
problem, should I stop buying in bulk? I can eat them up within the recommended
period and I like Costco.
PS. I can stock up and use nicely if they are household items like washing
detergents or wipes.
Akemi Akita from Sendai, Miyagi, Japan
Maria Gracia Responds
Akemi, I agree with you. Although I'm not a fan of grocery shopping, doing so at
Costco can actually be a fun event. My daughter and I enjoy strolling
around...she loves all the free samples! To be honest with you, I do too!
When I buy dried goods in bulk, I transfer a portion of it to a smaller
container for my pantry. The rest (the much bigger container) is stored in a
separate, cool, dry storage area in my house. We then use whatever is in the
small day-to-day container until it's empty (or nearly empty) and then refill
from the bigger bag/container in storage.
That being said, I don't buy in bulk very often. It would have to be an
extremely discounted price for me to go through the bother. For instance, I
recently purchased a large can of olive oil, that I keep transferring to a
smaller bottle as needed. It's just 'another thing to do,' but, I saved a ton of
money so it's worth the additional TO DO on my task list.
That being said, I wouldn't buy in bulk to save just a couple of dollars. You
have to weigh the price savings versus the extra time and storage needed.
So, I guess what it comes down to is, if you're saving a good amount of money,
and using up what you buy before it goes stale, the additional time it may take
you to keep replenishing a smaller container from a bigger container or box may
be worth it IF you have a good amount of storage space. If you really
don't have the extra storage space, don't buy in bulk.
I hope those suggestions help you!
Maria
GON Statistics: Yes, there is such a thing as hot dog etiquette
getorganizednow.com/statistic-hot-dog.html
GON Storage: Organize your refrigerator with these fun items
getorganizednow.com/storage-refrigerator.html
Dirty Little Secret:
Once I began to disappear, my life became a whole lot easier. Here's how I
perform my vanishing act...
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Mini Challenges: Open the windows to let in some fresh air and breath in
the loveliness of spring, while getting yourself organized. Here are 7
challenges for the week.
getorganizednow.com/organizing-challenge-open-windows.html
In ADDITION, on our home page, you'll also find lots of NEW and featured
STUFF including...
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New Social Media Feature: Jump in a puddle now and then...watch this sweet
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'We are addicted to our thoughts. We cannot change anything if we cannot change
our thinking.'
--Santosh Kalwar
I'd love to hear from you.
Comments, suggestions, or just to say
hello. Just REPLY to this email with a short note.
And remember...Being organized creates a happier,
healthier, more fulfilling life!
Warmly,
Maria Gracia
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