Tidy Up Together

04/10/2026

Love being able to donate and support local! Check out these great options ❤️

Thank you, Rochester Local!

Did you know that there are several places in that are eager to accept your donated items? These organizations provide critical services for Rochester MN.

12/29/2025

People often struggle with the money spent on itens cluttering their home. I love this sentiment:

You're not saving money by keeping stuff you don't use. You've already spent that money. Stop playing a game for it with your space and peace of mind. (From: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1CzZmZQMLU/)

So, what can we learn from this?
1 - We can attempt to sell itens to recoup some of the money
2 - We can share with someone we know that would actually use the item. The key to this is actually getting the item to the other person...not leaving it to give them "another time" 😉
3 - Truly consider future purchases. Ask yourself "Will I really use this?" and/or keep tags and receipts incase it comes home and isn't actually used. Then the item can be returned for a refund 🤑
4 - Just because something is on sale does not mean it is worth the money spent. If the item is never used once purchased, it's not a deal.

12/29/2025

Fantastic read!

Last year (and the year before) I reversed the hangers in my closet so I could see what I actually wore. Today I went in my closet, found the hangers that weren’t reversed and put those clothes in a donate bag.

Part of me actually thought, “But what if you wear it? Or need it?”

Even after a year.

Later today I was driving home and thought, “What if I tried to not buy anything new and just used up what I had this year?”

All the stuff - it holds a grip. That’s what I realized this year. Everytime I let go - of stuff or emotions or resentment or fear or things - it makes space.

Space for opportunities.
Space to think.
Space.

So yeah, that’s one of the lessons from the reversed closet hangers.

Try it.

It’s actually empowering. And revealing. (I tend to wear the same things….and don’t “need” all I have.)

Lessons from 2024 and 2025.

-Rachel


Ps… if you haven’t tried it — you reverse all of your hangers and then when you wear something you put it back the “correct” way. Then you get a visual of what you actually wear.

12/29/2025

Before Christmas, I encouraged you to consider what you might want to downsize for holiday decor donations.

Now, as the holidays are behind us, I feel the organization bug. There are new items needing homes, I'm thinking ahead to the new year, and my brain gets buzzing!

Anyone else find yourself in this headspace after Christmas???

11/11/2025

Tis the season!

You may not be thinking of downsizing as you're beginning your holiday preparations, but hear me out.

If you have Christmas decorations that you're not longer using, now is the time to donate!

Secondhand stores will not accept them after the holidays.

10/13/2025

Deep thoughts with Jen...

I was traveling recently. It was just a long weekend, but still out of my home element. It got me thinking how much our daily conveniences make a difference. Ever been traveling and forget one of the things you use daily (think toothbrush, medication, hair brush, etc)? It sure stands out, doesn't it?!?!

This led me to think of areas in my home that have potential to serve our family better. For example:
- A hook in just the right place for your work or school bag
- A home for your meds or vitamins that you can't miss them
- An overstock location for your favorite toiletry products (keep this in check, of course, how much will you REALLY use 🙂)

At my house, we are not morning people 😬 Knowing this, I keep all of the morning essentials in one cupboard right next to the toaster. It's got morning meds/vitamins, favorite toast or waffle toppings, and bread within reach. I can stand in this one place (typically half asleep) and reach nearly everything I need. This is seriously a blessing to me daily.

How could you bless yourself with a daily convenience? A basket with your journal supplies by your favorite chair? A "coffee bar" with all your supplies within reach?

The opportunities are endless, but it should work for you and your family.

I'm happy to help you find those blessings in your daily life!

08/03/2025

Great resource!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1JaXivwzDv/

Weekend decluttering plans? Make sure your donations are going to the best donation box or organization! Head to the link below for where to donate everything from old cell phones to pots and pans ⬇️

07/24/2025

I like to watch shows about organizing.

Shocker, right?

This quote from Get Organized with The Home Edit has resonated with me:

"You can have the stuff or you can have the space"

Let that sink in.

Are you looking for space in your home? Maybe to be creative or exercise or work or sit in peace?
Consider what is more of a priority: the things taking up space or your ability to use the space?

07/12/2025

I organize because I love it. Finding order in chaos and helping others function more smoothly in their space makes my heart happy.

It occurred to me recently that we all have our strengths. Skills that come natural to us. For instance, I have friends and family that love to cook. It makes their heart happy to be in the kitchen, to create a meal for others, and enjoy it together. I am capable in the kitchen, but it's more work than joy for me. This is not my strength.

Organizing is not rocket science. But, it could be an area that does not come naturally to you. You know who to call if you want help organizing 😜

And, if you're looking for a dinner date, I'll happily meet you at a restaurant 🤣

06/28/2025

Special thanks to my friend, Mary, for hiring me to organize her son's garage! We took care of business this morning 💪

Now on to organizing my new storage shed at home 🙂

04/24/2025

In honor of Earth Day

Reduce ~ Reuse ~ Recycle

I love my pyrex dishes, but the plastic covers get worn over time.

This week, I ordered replacement covers from Amazon.

Here's to many more years using my favorite dishes 👍