I’m Sam, a Certified Professional Organizer® from the Bay Area, California and I’m so glad you’re here! This blog is the heart of what I do. I absolutely love combining beauty with function to create homes that are simply organized, and I want to teach you how. Discover home organization tips for real life and learn how to declutter, design and create an inviting space.
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I love my favorite chili recipe, white bean chicken chili. But for a long time have been looking for a recipe for red-bean chili. Most chili needs to sit on the stove simmering all day – and don’t get me wrong, love those! But this mom needs to be realistic…I don’t have time to stand around watching chili […]
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September 27, 2012
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Last week I shared an indoor tour of my halloween decor and return today to share the exterior! Does anyone else get totally excited about Fall and Holiday decor / tours?! The weather has been absolutely perfect so it was nice to get outside this weekend with the kids to decorate. Never mind we may be the first […]
Filed in : Holiday Organization
September 24, 2012
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Dinnertime this week has been easy-going and carefree. When we have a busy week of sports and after-school activities, our meals tend to be planned day of. We still eat healthy and it’s a nice break from the kitchen for me! Last week on my meal plan we had grilled chicken, rice and veggie’s one […]
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September 20, 2012
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Could not wait to share how I’ve decorated for Halloween! When september 1st rolls around I can hardly wait to dig around under the house and pull out the Halloween and Fall decorations. Fall and Winter holidays seem to pass too quickly, so the sooner I get the decorations up…the longer to enjoy! Before I begin, wanted to […]
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September 19, 2012
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Been living in this home for 5 years but if you visited, you’d think we just moved in. I say this because we have so many – too many – empty walls. Empty walls in the playroom, daughter’s room, dining room, the entry and more. It’s a sad case! A home can be beautifully furnished, but it […]
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September 17, 2012
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Last week I tried a new side dish recipe to go along with taco night – jasmine rice with lime juice and fresh cilantro. The recipe was great and turned out to be the perfect addition to our taco bar. The ingredients… Love fresh, simple recipes…and this one meets that requirement! Start by sautéing a […]
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