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Love the pictures! Wish I was that organized. Re...

2009-12-29T13:55:41.281-08:00

Love the pictures! Wish I was that organized. Regarding the PS3 games, check with Shawn. He is into war games full time, and is going to hook me up with some so I can play online with him and Kevin. I guess they play almost every day for a few minutes. It's a new (unique) way to stay in touch, and I am thinking I might learn some new skills:)

wow. I love your need to clean and purge. I often ...

2009-12-29T12:25:45.674-08:00

wow. I love your need to clean and purge. I often get the same way. And those photos you chose to inspire you? can I have one of those rooms?? PLEASE?
Great list! Can't wait to see some before and after shots :)

On my to do list this year: 1) finish the basement...

2009-12-29T08:14:40.539-08:00

On my to do list this year:
1) finish the basement for next Christmas'get together.
2)clean out kids' closet- purge the previous years never play with toys and put together the toys he got.
3)sort out the pantry- something that gets done at least 2 times a year.
You mentioned your not up north to much longer!!! Are you coming back south to Winterpeg or moving closer to home and family?

I don't usually make resolutions for the new y...

2009-12-28T21:11:23.986-08:00

I don't usually make resolutions for the new year so much as I just contemplate what I would like to improve upon and just try and try and try, lol! This contemplation can take place at any time of the year. However if I were to make resoulutions, I think working on my relationships with my kids would be the number one as my kids are older than most of my blogging buddies. I would love to rent a huge dumpster and have it set in my driveway and then proceed to purge everything that is not necessary from my home. How therapeutic would that be? Third and finally, I would like my craft area to be just like picture number two on your post. All three do-able...just needs persistence.

This time of year totally gets me excited about a ...

2009-12-27T16:09:52.838-08:00

This time of year totally gets me excited about a fresh start. I love new years goals, lists, plans.
Top goals for the new year?
1. make more art-weekly!
2. spend more quality time as a fam
3. open an Etsy shop!
xox Happy New Year Kristi!

Kristi, This blog totally describes the EXACT same...

2009-12-27T10:43:07.615-08:00

Kristi,
This blog totally describes the EXACT same transformation that I experience right after Christmas!
My deal is finding those little spots in my home that I could purge even better - the junk drawer in the kitchen, my receipt file holder.. and then STAYING on top of it! It's not hard for me though cause I have no cute kids to distract me :) And I'm never here, so things are usually fine.
Purging is a good idea! Like my mom says, if I haven't used it within the last 6 months, I don't need it and maybe someone else can use it more than me!
I think when it comes to purging sentimental things, it's about realizing that objects don't hold memories, my heart does. So I don't feel bad about getting rid of some sentimental things and just holding on to the memories. Life is about the experiences anyways, right, not so much the 'stuff'.

Anyways, I can't tell you how into organizing I am (I've come a long way since we were roomies eh?) Take some pics and post them for us to see!

Totally Cari.......totally! I'm actually work...

2009-12-27T06:39:28.620-08:00

Totally Cari.......totally! I'm actually working on my lists today. And hot husband and I are working on our 28 days lists. Because they say it takes 28 days to form habits. So we're going to track the new habits we want to master!

oh my goodness...it could have been me writing thi...

2009-12-26T16:20:35.104-08:00

oh my goodness...it could have been me writing this post! i am the exact same way when i get new stuff!!! just yesterday i made my "goals for 2010" list. everything from "plant a garden" to "run a 5 km fun run in may". plus i'm super motivated to work more on my home. we'll have to keep each other motivated by sharing our accomplishments as we go! xo

I have a friend who is part of a Fly Lady group......

2009-12-26T15:44:28.695-08:00

I have a friend who is part of a Fly Lady group... you could start one with your up north amigos!

I am always purging so that's nothing new but ...

2009-12-26T14:48:16.839-08:00

I am always purging so that's nothing new but when I see the pile of Christmas gifts under the tree I know that once again it's necessary!! New Year's goals...hmmm...tough..I'd love to do an uber clean soon because I haven't really got at it due to not feeling so hot. I need to think of it a bit more, I love to have goals, even if they're small to keep me doing something!

I get the itch to organize after Christmas as well...

2009-12-26T12:38:36.257-08:00

I get the itch to organize after Christmas as well.....actually, I get that itch alot, so maybe it has nothing to do with the holidays.

I'm going to post my goals on my blog this next week but I've got a couple of projects I'm looking forward to conquering, espeically becuase they will involve power tools. :)

Love this post! It's just the motivation I ne...

2009-12-26T10:47:31.084-08:00

Love this post! It's just the motivation I need! :) Thanks! :) And I love fly lady!

Wow those are some of my goals too! Yes Fly Lady ...

2009-12-26T09:12:28.237-08:00

Wow those are some of my goals too!

Yes Fly Lady has too much on that site but she has great tips too. And the kitchen sink is definitely a good one.

I tried Fly Lady once....good for my kitchen sink,...

2009-12-26T08:36:08.630-08:00

I tried Fly Lady once....good for my kitchen sink, but that was about it!!
My master bedroom is in bad shape. It is definitely the most neglected room in my house, despite the fact that it deserves probably the most attention!! I've always had the dream of turning it into the "sanctuary" that it's meant to be, but I just haven't had the ideas flow or the cash flow to make it happen yet!!

I already posted some of my goals on my blog, but I really want to start running again, I want to read and STUDY the old and new testaments, and I want to continue loading my family up with veggies and healthy meals.