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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

NATIONAL HANDWRITING DAY

Long before computers ever came into existence, people communicated with each other through letters.  These letters were coveted by the people that received them because through the letters, they would know what was happening.  When families started moving out west, letters were how they kept in touch.  Through letters, people were able to share experiences with their friends and families. 

Now a days, with e-mails and texting, letter writing has fallen on the wayside.  I still love getting handwritten notes because it shows me that the writer took time to write her thoughts on paper.

When both my sons were in boot camp, they would write us letters.  We still have those letters because they shared their experiences, good and bad, and we treasure them.  They also let us know how much they loved receiving mail.  It was their connection to home, family and friends.  

   Since today is "National Handwriting Day", why not send a sweet note to someone.  You never know the joy you'll give them when they receive your note.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

52 WEEKS TO AN ORGANIZED HOME CHALLENGE

 

I'm taking part in the 52 Weeks To An Organized Home Challenge at Home Storage Solutions 101. I just finished up Week 1: Kitchen Organization: Countertops & Sinks. I've seen organization challenges like this before but never been too jazzed about them - the suggestions were always a bit vague. I need specifics. And small, accomplishable tasks. For this week, the rule/suggestion that I found to be most helpful was that if you don't use an item on at least a weekly basis, it probably shouldn't be on your countertop. I thought I already did this, but on closer inspection, maybe not so much. So some stuff got removed and donated, some re-located to cabinets.
Now I'm really excited to start on next week's challenge!
If you would like to try it out, head on over to Home Storage Solutions 101.
They'll even send you e-mail reminders and updates (if you want them).