____ 1. Celebrating others on their birthdays. When I go the extra mile for a special someone on their birthday, it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I like to send a handmade card, or a nice card I find in the store. I handwrite a sincere note about why I appreciate their friendship, and send it via snail mail. If I'm going to see the person, in person, before his or her birthday, sometimes I'll hand-deliver it, attaching a chocolate bar to the envelope for a sweet treat. When a birthday is within two weeks, I write, 'birthday card for ___' on my shopping list (or my TO DO list if I'm making one), and an idea for a small gift when applicable. Then I make a card or pick one up during my next shopping trip and have it ready to mail or give on time.

____ 2. Putting things in one place Every item I own has a home...a place where I put that item when it's not in use...so that when I need it, I know exactly where it is. For instance, my keys are always in my purse when they're not in my car ignition, my purse is always on the same shelf I designated for it when I'm not out and about, and my ATM card is always in the same slot in my wallet. It's very easy to mindlessly put something somewhere else 'just for now' and then forget where that item was placed. It's better to take the extra moment or two to think about that item's designated home and placing it exactly where it goes all the time. It makes for less searching and less wasted time.

____ 3. Educated: A Memoir. If you're looking for a really good book to read this month, this true story was phenomenal. Tara Westover was a child of survivalists in Idaho and used to preparing for the end of the world. Her mother was a midwife and a healer; her dad owned a junkyard. Tara's life was never easy, nor safe. Her family was isolated from mainstream society...and they didn't believe in schooling or modern medicine. Tara longed to be educated though and this story details how she managed to do just that. I read this, along with a bunch of my friends, for a recent book chat...and we all found it riveting. For details, visit:
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Just a very quick shout out to let you know that my latest issue of Anything and Everything is now available. It's the JULY 2019 issue and I know you're going to love it. Check it out:

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Here are the topics in the July Issue...

Why you should always celebrate your birthday
I've heard people say, 'I don't celebrate my birthday' or 'I don't like birthdays.' Here's why you should always celebrate your birthday

Scavenger hunt adventures
Scavenger hunts are a fun way to do something physical, enjoy friendly competition, and have a good time

Little-known fascinating animal facts
Animals with fascinating characteristics you might not know about

29 unique travel and vacation tips
Travel can be fun, but planning can take some legwork. Here are a few travel hints that will make the undertaking easier on you

July Bucket List
25 TO DOs for you to include on your own bucket list.or to use as a springboard for your own creative ideas

How to mindfully make important decisions
When faced with a challenging decision, here are some strategies that may help you figure things out

Make a beach craft
Maybe you can't be at the beach all the time, but you can have the beach with you with this fun, easy, summer craft

Summer Shrimp Tacos
These are so fast to make, incredibly tasty, and the perfect treat for a summer evening

S'mores Nachos
No campfire? No problem. These delicious s'mores nachos can be whipped up in your kitchen quickly and easy

A Few Cooking Hacks
These 2 hacks will save time and make cooking so much easier

The importance of celebration
Words of wisdom to motivate and inspire you to celebrate every single day

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GON Monthly Checklist: July This summer, check off those TO DOs AND take time to celebrate your accomplishments. It's easy when you follow our NEW July Organizing Checklist
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GON Mini Organizing Challenges: July For each week of July, our organizing challenges will be focused on Healthy Habits. Here are your mini weekly challenges. Can you accomplish the challenge for WEEK ONE this week?

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