From Ladies' Home Journal ("Declutter Your Life"):
- When you bring home a (new item), throw away an old one.
- Devoting 10 or 15 minutes every day to tidying up will save you untold hours down the road.
- Cherish memories, not objects
- If you haven't worn or used something in two years, toss it.
- To avoid letting a chore drag out over several weekends, clear your schedule and double the number of hours you think it will take.
From Family Circle ("55 Ways to Clear Clutter"):
- Keep a portable file tote for catalogs, thank-you notes, shopping lists, and a menu planner.
- Leave an empty storage ottoman or basket out for quick cleanups -- make sure it's big enough to stash toys, magazines, and throws.
- Multitask while watching your favorite TV show by sorting and organizing a messy drawer.
