Best Lists to Get Organized for the Summer

Published June 18, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

100 Days of Summertime – Get Organized!

Summertime is around the corner. Whether you dread the unstructured, free-time of the upcoming summer or find that you just can’t wait, it is important to begin to plan now in order to maximize the 100 days of summertime. Find here the best lists to get organized for the summer!

ListPlanIt has all the lists you could possibly need to inspire and prepare you for the busy-ness of summer. Members can browse their selection of lists, choose the list they need, edit it the way that makes sense for themselves and their families, and come back to the list again and again as needed. Not yet a member? Join today and get organized for all things summer and family life.

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Fathers’ Day Quotes & Planner

Published June 13, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Fun & Loving Fathers’ Day Quotes

So many people over the years have had a lot to say about fathers! They are heroes in our lives, they guide us and protect us through this journey.

I am blessed with the most loving, generous, funny and most of all, wise father in the whole world. And I have the joy of seeing my husband being a wonderful father to our boys. I know if they ever become parents they’d have had great role models.

I hope you have a wonderful Father’s…

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Clutter Free Father’s Day Gifts Ideas

Published June 11, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

A Father’s Day Gift Ideas & Planner

Shopping for Father’s Day gifts can feel impossible. Everyone seems to have more than needed, a little of everything these days. I can tell that my own dad still has a collection of shirts perfectly packed in their original boxes! Truth is, any father would be happy with even the smallest gift you give because they love you. Still, we keep trying to find the “perfect father’s day gift”. Know this, whatever you bring, dad will love it.

Here are some ideas to…

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Report, Workbook & Checklist – Learn How to Save Money Everyday

Published June 9, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Frugal Living Series

How to Save Money on Groceries and Everyday Living Expenses

A full report and workbook packed with ready-to-use tips to save you money on groceries and everyday living expenses.

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In this report you’ll find:

Ways to minimize your expenses
Tips to reduce your current ones
Tips on how to save on your groceries
A worksheet where you can review your current situation and create goals
A checklist to help you track your goals

Download your report now.

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Pack Smarter To Make Moving Easier

Published June 8, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Packing Tips for an Easier Move

I have moved 6 times in 11 years and having some smart packing tips has helped me immensely.

Moving is really a daunting task. We have to pack the whole house, protect everything to avoid breaking, move it and then unpack and set up a whole new home. It’s exhausting and can get the best of us.

When we are “first-time” movers we often don’t realize how many choices and decisions the moving process will require from us. From travel arrangements for us and our pets, transferring memberships, filling out IRS and post office forms, to transporting your house and garden plants—the list is endless! Most moves in the US happen in the four-month period between May and August, and this really is a busy time for many military families as well.

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4 Step Pre-Vacation Checklist

Published June 5, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Pre-Vacation Checklist

Are you getting ready to leave for that long-awaited vacation? Or maybe you’re just leaving town for an extended business trip, or a weekend getaway.

No matter your destination, the preparation for a trip is often times an added chore and can be really stressful. After all it’s like adding many new items to the to-do list, but taking care of household responsibilities before you leave can make your return home much more relaxing and can prevent damage or break-ins to your beloved home. Staying organized can eliminate that stressful feeling when you realize you forgot to stop the mail!

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6 Tips to Save Money on Your Vacation

Published May 29, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Save Money on Your Next Vacation

With three kids and two adults in our family we had to learn to save money on vacations. We are not fancy travelers but even staying in non-luxury hotels and eating three meals a day will quickly slash your budget. Add to it the treats, the local experiences, the little gadgets and souvenirs and you went through your savings quickly.

Check below six tips that can really help you cut the cost of your next vacation. Instead of putting so much money toward your travel expenses, you can save it or spend it on something that really matters to you.

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Feng Shui Your Garden with Gwynne Warner

Published May 22, 2013 | By Gwynne Warner

Feng Shui Tips for Spring

Here are some simple Feng Shui guidelines to help you create a healing and rejuvenating garden, whether you have a small patio or a large piece of land.

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Spring Cleaning: Your Car Will Love It!

Published May 15, 2013 | By Helena Alkhas

Spring Cleaning Your Car

Spring cleaning isn’t exclusive to houses. Vehicles are often left neglected in the seasonal cleaning frenzy. But don’t overlook your car — it has just taken a frosty beating during winter, from enduring constant freezing and thawing to trekking through corrosive road salt and whatever other winter-related afflictions abound. This spring season, give your car a little TLC.