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Thoughts from the trenches: Bringing you tips and tricks for organizing.

Welcome

This blog is where thoughtful organizing, intentional design, and the realities of everyday life come together. Through my work with Susquehanna Organizing and Susquehanna Closet & Garage Design, I’ve seen firsthand how our homes shape our energy, our time, and our sense of calm. These posts explore what it means to create spaces that truly support the life you’re living now… not through rigid rules or minimalism for its own sake, but through clarity, compassion, and intention.

You’ll find reflections on decluttering, storage, routines, and the emotional side of “stuff,” along with practical insights drawn from years of hands-on experience. My hope is that this space feels grounding and empowering… a place to pause, rethink what matters, and build a home that works with you, not against you.

Gift Giving Without the Stress: Practical Tips for Families

Gift Giving Without the Stress: Practical Tips for Families

Published on: 20/11/2025

As a mom, I know firsthand how overwhelming gift-giving can become during the holiday season. Between making lists for our own kids, managing extended family expectations, and navigating a culture of excess, the joy of giving can quickly feel like a chore.

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When Your Home Feels Like “Too Much”… Understanding Functional Freeze in Decluttering

When Your Home Feels Like “Too Much”… Understanding Functional Freeze in Decluttering

Published on: 18/11/2025

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed by clutter? Learn how functional freeze affects your ability to declutter and gentle ways to get started again, with supportive strategies and organizing help.

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Flipping the Script on “What If”: Decluttering the Fear of Letting Go

Flipping the Script on “What If”: Decluttering the Fear of Letting Go

Published on: 31/10/2025

Reclaim your space and your peace. Learn how to flip fear-based “what if” thoughts into freedom-based ones and make the most of your home’s valuable real estate.

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Thoughts on the Quiet of the Cocoon

Thoughts on the Quiet of the Cocoon

Published on: 24/10/2025

Growth doesn’t always look like progress. Sometimes it’s the quiet cocoon season — a time for rest, reflection, and small acts of order that prepare us to bloom.

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Dark Seasons

Dark Seasons

Published on: 18/10/2025

Feeling low on energy this winter? Learn gentle, realistic ways to stay organized and create a sense of calm at home even when motivation and sunlight are in short supply.

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Living The Bullseye Life

Living The Bullseye Life

Published on: 08/10/2025

Discover how to live with purpose and peace in every season of life. Living the Bullseye Life helps you aim for what truly matters most. It's about more than productivity. It’s letting go of perfection and living intentionally, one step at a time.

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