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Simplify & Organize, LLC I help individuals & families reduce overwhelm by creating supportive spaces, practical systems, and intentional routines.

Through hands-on organizing & personalized guidance, the goal is to create more ease, clarity, and breathing room in everyday life.

I don’t dream much, mostly because I don’t sleep well (thanks, perimenopause), but last night I had one of the best drea...
10/15/2026

I don’t dream much, mostly because I don’t sleep well (thanks, perimenopause), but last night I had one of the best dreams I’ve had in a very long time.

I was sitting on a bus in a city that felt familiar but I didn’t recognize. I heard a voice behind me. A voice I knew, but one I couldn’t possibly hear again.

I turned around, and it was my mom.

I turned all the way around, put my hand on her face, and told her how good it was to see her. She told me she was always here.

In my periphery, I saw someone to her left. I shifted my focus, hoping to see my dad’s face, but instead, I was awakened by a Sysco truck making a 4 a.m. delivery.

My dad has been gone since 2014. My mom since 2020. In the years since, I’ve gotten sober, built my own company, and become a person they never really got the chance to know.

One of the hardest parts of grief isn’t just missing the people you love. It’s missing the opportunity to tell them who you’ve become. To share what you’ve learned, what you’ve survived, what you’re proud of, and what you’re still figuring out. To let them meet the version of you that life has shaped along the way.

That grief is part of why I created my company, and it shapes how I do what I do.

Life changes us. Sometimes by choice, sometimes by circumstance, and sometimes in ways we never could have anticipated. The person we are today may be very different from the person we were a year ago, five years ago, or even yesterday.

I believe people deserve the opportunity to move forward from wherever life has left them. To be seen for who they are now, not just who they were or who someone else thinks they should be. To build a life and a future that feel authentic to the person they are today.

That’s why I want to be a positive part of that process. A caring heart when things feel heavy. A mind willing to offer a new perspective. A set of hard-working hands ready to help turn the next chapter into something real.

Because moving forward doesn’t mean going back to who you were before life changed you. It means figuring out who you are now, what matters to you now, and what you want the next version of your life to look like.

Maybe that’s part of how we carry the people we love with us. We take what life has taught us, what they taught us, and what we’ve learned along the way, and use it to make a difference in the lives of others.

Last night, I got to see my mom’s face and hear her voice again. And for a few beautiful seconds, I got to hold her face and tell her how good it was to see her.

I didn’t get to see my dad, but I hope I will.

There is so much I wish I could tell them about the life I’ve built, the person I’ve become, and all the things I understand now that I couldn’t have understood then.

Until I get that chance, I’ll keep growing, keep building, and keep showing up for others as they navigate their own difficult chapters and find their way forward.

And Mom, if you’re right, and you’re always here, I hope you know I’m doing my best with the life I’ve been given.

I just wish you both could be here to see it.

What if getting organized begins with getting to know yourself? Today, on World Mental Health Day, I've been reflecting ...
10/10/2026

What if getting organized begins with getting to know yourself?

Today, on World Mental Health Day, I've been reflecting on the deeper meaning of the work I do at Simplify & Organize.

At the heart of it all is the understanding that true organization begins within us. When we understand who we are, what matters to us, what we need, and how we want to live, we can begin making choices that align with those truths.

Sometimes, that means letting go of things we've outgrown. Sometimes, it means rethinking our routines, releasing expectations, or making room for something new. And sometimes, it begins by simply pausing long enough to ask ourselves:

Is the way I'm living supporting the life I truly want?

This is why my work is about so much more than organizing belongings.

Yes, we work together in your physical spaces, creating practical systems that make everyday life easier. But there's also an opportunity to look inward, gain clarity, and explore what you want your surroundings and your life to reflect.

Because our homes don't need to be perfect.

Our lives don't need to look like anyone else's.

What matters is creating a life that feels right for YOU.

A life with more room for what matters, less weight from what doesn't, and systems that support who you are and where you want to go.

When we begin to create alignment within ourselves, the way we organize our lives can begin to follow. And that journey doesn't have to happen all at once. It can start with a conversation, a question, or one small step toward change.

If this resonates with you, I'd love to connect! 💛

📩 Schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation through the link in the comments, and let's explore what a more intentional, aligned life could look like for you.

Another wonderful day of working with the Des Moines Playhouse helping them get ready for their All-Access Pass Open Hou...
09/29/2026

Another wonderful day of working with the Des Moines Playhouse helping them get ready for their All-Access Pass Open House.

https://dmplayhouse.com/events/playhouse-all-access-pass/

I was definitely geeking out being able to spend time behind the scenes and loved hearing about their future plans.

Be sure to stop by between 5p-7p and see what they’ve been working on.

Had an absolute blast working with the Des Moines Playhouse today and helping them get their storage unit in order. Ther...
09/21/2026

Had an absolute blast working with the Des Moines Playhouse today and helping them get their storage unit in order.

There’s still work to be done, as there tends to be, however things are in a much more manageable position and easier to access/put away.

And we got everything safely loaded back in right before the rain started!

Next up, the Shop!

A little update…August is my birthday month, but I’ve always thought of it as my own personal New Year. This year, I dec...
09/21/2026

A little update…

August is my birthday month, but I’ve always thought of it as my own personal New Year. This year, I decided to use it as an opportunity for a reset and worked through my own ebook.

I thought it would be a pretty straightforward process since, well… I wrote it, and the original plan was to share an update here each week.

That hasn’t quite happened.

Some of the pages hit me harder than I expected, and instead of rushing through them so I could check them off my list, I’ve needed some time to sit with them, think things through, and start making some changes in my own life.

Then life got busy. Work picked up, and I’ve also been making more room for things that make me feel loved: exercising, spending time with friends, and taking more time for myself.

And lately, so many people around me have been dealing with another kind of disruption. We’ve had a lot of rain, and some friends and clients have had their basements flooded. They’re not only dealing with damaged belongings, but with the long list of everything that comes after: pulling up carpet or tile, tearing out drywall, dealing with mold, figuring out what needs to be repaired or replaced, and trying to make sense of what comes next.

It’s a LOT.

And it’s a natural reminder that life is always going to throw things at us that we didn’t plan for.

Sometimes it’s a flood. Sometimes it’s a change in work, a relationship, our health, our priorities, or simply realizing that something in our lives isn’t working the way it used to.

We can’t always prevent the next disruption, but we can use each experience as an opportunity to look at our lives and our homes a little differently. To ask, “What can I change now that might make the next time a little easier?”.

Because there will always be a next time. We don't know when it will be or what it will look like, but we can prepare, adjust, learn, and keep moving forward.

So, while my own reset is taking a little longer than I expected, I’m okay with that. I’m still working. Still making art. Still learning. Still figuring out what needs to change.

And if you’re in the middle of your own “what now?”, whether that’s because of a big unexpected event or simply because you know something needs to be different, I’m here.

You don’t have to have all the answers before you reach out. Whenever you’re ready, I’m happy to help you figure it out, make a plan, and build from there.

💛

08/12/2026

✨ The 47th Reset ✨

August is my birthday month, and for a while now, I've viewed my birthday as the beginning of my personal new year. Usually, I would compare who I am now to who I was last year, but this year I'm taking the opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign.

In order to do that I'll be using my own ebook, "Happiness Through Simplicity: A 28-Day Path to Intentional Living" as my guide.

Over the next 28 days, I'll be taking an honest look at where I've been, evaluating where I am, and considering what I want to carry forward into this next year of my life.

No pressure to overhaul.
No rigid rules.
Just a little time and attention directed inward.

If you'd like to follow along and do your own reset, I'll put the link to the ebook in the comments. You are welcome to work through it at your own pace, and I'll be sharing my reflections along the way.

✨ What would you like to reset this month? ✨

💰 Just Save Your Money July — The Final Check-In 💰 This challenge wasn’t about not spending money. It was about spending...
08/03/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — The Final Check-In 💰

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Here’s what my spending looked like this week:
July 27th, 2026
✅ Rochelle Behrens Button Down ($6) - Another capsule wardrobe item I've been searching for. I mean... a $148.00 shirt for $6? Fuggetaboudit.
✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My consistent "fuel up" treat, and the last one for a while. I've decided this isn't something I need EVERY time I fuel up and would be more enjoyable if it was something I indulged in on occasion.
July 31st, 2026
✅ Drinks at Varsity Cinema ($31.88, includes tip) — A friend and I were going to go to a silent disco event, but the rain caused it to be cancelled, so we went to a movie instead. They bought drinks last time, so I bought this time.

Total spent this week: $42.98
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One thing that has become clear throughout this challenge is that intentional spending isn't just about the cost of something. It's also about whether a purchase fits the life you have today.

This week included finding another capsule wardrobe piece I've been looking for, making a decision to change a recurring purchase, and spending time with a friend. All of which is a great reminder that intentional spending isn't about NEVER spending money, it's about deciding what is worth spending money ON.

The goal was never to spend the least amount possible. The goal was to become more aware of where my money was going and why, and whether those choices aligned with what matters.
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Here are the overall totals from the month…

💰 Total spent: $207.80
💰 Total saved: $94.80

… and what I learned
‣ A good deal doesn't automatically mean something is the right purchase.
‣ Knowing what I already own helps me avoid unnecessary spending.
‣ Spending money on experiences, hobbies, and people I care about matters more than possessions
‣ Small habits, like my fuel-up Olipop, are worth reevaluating when I pause and ask if they still align with my priorities.

Moving forward, I want to continue:
* being more thoughtful about recurring purchases
* waiting for the right items instead of settling
* and making sure my spending supports the life I'm creating
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This challenge was about awareness, not rules.
The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

💛 Thank you to everyone who followed along, shared your own spending stories, and reflected with me throughout July.

📌 Reminder: If you completed your tracker and want to be entered into the giveaway, be sure to submit it by August 7th.

What is one thing you learned about your own spending habits this month?

07/31/2026

For many people, the garage is one of the most overwhelming spaces in their home.

For this client, it is their last pain point.

Every time they look at the garage, it brings stress, anxiety, and that familiar feeling of “I don’t even know where to begin.”

We've already completed a 6-hour organizing session, and today we’re continuing with another 6 to keep the momentum going.

Decades of accumulation will be transformed into a space that feels functional, manageable, and intentional...in just a few sessions.

Sometimes, having someone by your side can be the support you need to turn an overwhelming space into one that feels manageable again.💛

07/28/2026

Week 4 Check-In for Just Save Your Money July

For those participating...What is one purchase you decided wasn't right for you, even if it was a great deal?

07/28/2026

💰 Just Save Your Money July — Week 4 Check-In 💰

This challenge isn’t about not spending money. It’s about spending it intentionally. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Here’s what my spending looked like this week:
July 20, 2026
✅ Scone and Coffee from Horizon Line Coffee ($13 including tip) - Had a client meeting in the area, and it had been a while (last time was in May) so I decided to stop in since I was nearby.
July 23, 2026
✅ Leather Belt ($1.55) - I have a capsule wardrobe with a list of pieces I'm always on the lookout for. I've been focusing on natural fibers and quality materials, so this leather belt was exactly what I'd been hoping to find.
✅ Olipop ($5.10) — My consistent "fuel up" treat, but I have to admit...this challenge has me rethinking whether it's something I want to keep as a regular purchase.
July 26th, 2026
✅ Boxing Gloves ($4.90) and Ceramic Angel ($1.40) (Purchase rounded to $7) - I have one pair that are a hybrid style and have been wanting to get a traditional pair to play around with as well. I also like to upcycle and make weird art, and this ceramic piece was perfect for that.
✅ Liquid Death ($5.10) - It was a HOT one and I wanted to try something other than a bottle of water.
✅ Lunch at De Rice ($26 including tip)- my best friend and I had a thrifting day to see if we could find some items for her for projects she was working on and De Rice was in the area. Even though it was hot outside I ordered Tom Yum soup (one of my favorites), and we shared two appetizers.
✅ Vince long sleeve tee - another item off my capsule wardrobe list.

Here's what I wanted to buy, but didn't:
✅ Everlast Punching Bag ($??) - I've been wanting to practice boxing on a daily basis and this would have been PERFECT. However, it didn't have a tag, and the employees at Goodwill said it would be priced that night and available for purchase the next day. After thinking it through, I realized my home isn't big enough right now, and although it would've been fun to bring home, now just wasn't the right time.

Total spent this week: $74.75
Total saved this week: at least $75...which was the maximum I pre-decided I would spend on the punching bag.
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One thing that has become clear throughout this challenge is that intentional spending isn't just about the cost of something.

It's also about whether a purchase fits the life you have today.

This week included finding a few items I've been searching for, supporting local businesses, investing in hobbies that bring me joy, and spending time with my best friend. It also included walking away from something I genuinely wanted because, after thinking it through, I realized it just wasn't the right fit for my home right now.

What stood out to me is that this was my highest spending week of the challenge so far, but it was also one of the weeks where I felt the most intentional about my purchases.

And it's good reminder that intentional spending isn't measured by the lowest number. It's measured by whether our choices align with what matters to us.
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Even though money was spent, the purchases were intentional.

I paused long enough to ask myself a few questions:
‣ Do I really want this?
‣ Does it fit the life I have right now?
‣ Do I have a place for it?
‣ Will I actually use it?
‣ Is this something I've been patiently looking for, or is it simply a good deal?

Sometimes the answer is, “Yes.”
Sometimes it’s, “No.”

The important part isn't necessarily the answer. It’s taking the time to ask the questions first.
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This challenge is about awareness, not rules. The more awareness we build, the easier it becomes to make choices that support the life we want to create.

What is one purchase you decided wasn't right for you...even if it was a great deal?

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