Get Organized Now!
Mid-Week Mini Edition
By Maria Gracia
May 23, 2018
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How I Keep Fresh Herbs Fresh
I'm not a fan of limp herbs. To keep mine fresh, I treat them carefully and
delicately...similar to the way I treat a flower.
1. I don't rinse them until I'm ready to use them.
2. Directly after I buy them and bring them home, I trim the ends of the stems
and put them in a glass of water.
3. I cover the herbs loosely with a plastic bag, and store in the refrigerator...
except for basil (that herb is stored on the counter at room temperature.)
4. If the water starts to discolor, I change the water.
Herbs such as fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, and other fresh herbs can last up
to two weeks or longer when stored this way!
This fabulous reader tip was submitted by...
Amy B., Naperville, IL
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Recommendation of the Week
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Get Rid of Clutter...
And Generate Some Spending Cash!
Every single spring and fall, I host a garage sale. Why? Because it's a great
way to get rid of any clutter that accumulated during the past season AND it
generates some extra spending cash, which is always welcome! Because of this, I
have many methods and secrets that revolve around running a very profitable
garage sale... and getting rid of as much of your merchandise too. It can all be
found in my Garage Sale Toolkit. Visit:
getorganizednow.com/garage-sale-toolkit.html
Scroll further down in this issue to find out how you can get 3 complimentary
bonuses when you get your hands on my Garage Sale Toolkit before
Monday, June 4th!
I Wish You Could Live With Me for a Month!
Hi Maria,
I think you are wonderful. I tell all my friends about you I wish you could live
with me for a month here in Tom's River, NJ. I know I would finally be organized!
Thank you so much for all your tips and news letters! Fondly!
Karen, Tom's River, NJ
P.S. To Karen from Maria Gracia: 'I used to spend a lot of time in Tom's
River. Beautiful area and hope to visit again sometime. When it comes to
organizing, you can do it. Just remember, even if you just do a tiny bit, that's
a tiny bit more organized than you were moments before! Thank you for our lovely
letter! -- Maria
A Reader Asks, 'My son and his wife are moving in. Where do I start to
create empty space?'
A GON Reader Asks
Hi Maria,
Thanks for your e-mails! My son and his wife are going to be moving into our
house for a while. I need to create empty space for their use and have no idea
where to start. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated!
Sue M., Concord, NH
Maria Gracia Responds
Hi Sue,
I'm happy to share some ideas for welcoming your son and his wife to live in
your home. How very thoughtful of you to help them out.
Your very first step is going to be to determine their sleeping quarters. For
instance, perhaps you have a guest room, space in a finished basement, or the
possibility of converting a room currently used for something else (like a
den) into a bedroom. Once you know this, you can begin preparing this area. I
would start by emptying everything out of this room, little by little, finding
new homes for those belongings. The only items that should stay are a bed that
will work for both of them, and any bedroom furniture that may already be there.
Everything else should be relocated to another room.
Now, if you have a lot of possessions, it would be an excellent idea for you
to donate everything you don't need. So, not only will you be welcoming in
your son and daughter-in-law, but you'll also be emptying your home of any
unnecessary clutter at the same time.
You may have to think outside of the box a bit if you are removing large pieces
of furniture from their sleeping quarters. For instance, maybe a desk may have
to be temporarily moved into your living room or crafting room. Maybe a computer
and its components may have to be moved into your master bedroom.
Some items may have to be temporarily stored in your basement or attic.
Once the room is as empty as it's going to be, I would leave the 'decorating' up
to them. In doing so, it will give them a sense of ownership and belonging.
If you have at least two bathrooms in your home with showers, you can probably
designate one for their use. In this case, same idea. Empty the bathroom of
anything they won't be using, but you can retain toiletries they may use. Have
them go through whatever you have in there, and give you anything they won't
use so you can use it in your bathroom.
Other than that, that's as far as I would go. The rest of your house should be
exactly as you like it to be.
Of course, I would also work with them on establishing some boundaries as needed
and perhaps (not knowing their situation) having them pay some 'rent' (so to
speak). Your grocery bills and water bill will be increasing, so anything they
can do to help out will allow them to share the responsibilities. If that's not
possible, perhaps putting everyone in charge of household chores will be in
order. Also, be sure you begin with an open line of communication between all of
you to help ensure a happy, healthy, enjoyable stay.
I hope this helps you get started!
Maria
GON Article: 10 Minute Organizing Tricks: Whoever thought you'd be able
to get organized in just 10 minutes?! Here are a few simple ideas
getorganizednow.com/organizing-article-10-minute-tricks.html
GON Ask Maria: A reader asks, 'I clean and tidy, only to have it all
messed up again by kids and hubby. Any ideas?'
getorganizednow.com/ask-maria-clean-messy-home.html
Dirty Little Secret:
Before you wash clothes AND before you toss them in the dryer, always do this
getorganizednow.com/dirty-little-secret-before-wash.html
Mini Challenges: Getting organized is not only about putting things away
and clearing the clutter. It is also about finding time to make life just a
little bit better.a little bit more fulfilling. Here are your 3 challenges for
this week.
getorganizednow.com/organizing-challenge-better-fulfilling.html
In ADDITION, on our home page, you'll also find lots of NEW and featured
STUFF including...
Theme of the Week: Our theme of the week is 'birds' and my home page
quotes reflect that.
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New Web Poll: Our question is, 'How do you handle conflicts?' Take
our web poll and let us know. It only takes a few seconds and you'll be able to
see immediate up-to-the-minute results.
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GON Monthly Checklist: How are you doing with your TO DOs this month.
Use our May Checklist, on our home page, to keep you feeling accomplished.
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'Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret
of success.'
--Swami Sivananda
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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Special 'Gotta Have' Resource
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The Get Organized Now!
Garage Sale Tool Kit...
Get Rid of Clutter
AND Plan, Promote and Profit
at Your Next Garage Sale
getorganizednow.com/garage-sale-toolkit.html
Garage sales are a WONDERFUL way to get rid of your clutter. Yet, it's no
fun planning and setting up for a garage sale, just to find out you have just a
few customers throughout your day, little more than your starting cash, and a
whole lot of your stuff at the end of your sale.
If you've been frustrated with the work and energy you put into your garage
sales...with little profit to show for it when you're done...the Get Organized
Now! Garage Sale Tool Kit is for you!
The methods shown in the Get Organized Now! Garage Sale Tool Kit have helped
people get rid of stuff they don't need, plus make $500, $750, even $1,000+ at
their Garage Sales--and it can help you do the same.
Here are all the components:
- How to Make a Bundle at Your Next Garage Sale
- Garage Sale Countdown: Your 6-Week Checklist
- Garage Sale Tools and Equipment Checklist
- Sample Garage Sale ADS That Work
- Garage Sale Examples of Signs, Flyers and Stickers
Here's what just one customer had to say...
'Garage sales were a big pain, and we hardly made any money for all our time and
effort. Now I realize I just didn't know how to plan them very well. Your tool
kit showed me the easy ways to organize my garage sales and exactly how to make
good money each time -- just by doing it right!' --Jessica R., Powhattan, VA
If you plan to put on a garage sale in the future, don't settle for average
results and minimum profits. Give yourself the best chance for maximum results.
You won't be disappointed.
P.S. This is the perfect time to begin planning your garage sale. Start today by
getting yourself a copy of my Garage Sale Tool Kit. When you do, you'll get
these 3 COMPLIMENTARY BONUSES, in addition to everything else mentioned
above, to make your garage sales even more successful...but ONLY UNTIL
MONDAY, JUNE 4th.
Your Three Bonuses:
- 24 Fun, Creative Ideas for a More Successful Garage Sale
- Your Online Garage Sale - 13 of My Favorite Secrets
- Increase Your Garage Sale Profits with These Simple Words
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-- Maria
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