Hi! I’m Melissa
Welcome to the blog! As a professional organizer and military spouse, I’ve learned a thing or two about the importance of being organized and how organization can positively impact every aspect of life.
I love sharing what I’ve been learning on my journey to being more eco-conscious in my habits + housekeeping and living life more intentionally! I truly believe that we all deserve to live a life that lights us up and I’m so glad you’ve come along for the ride!
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New Year, New Habits
Many of us set out to create goals and routines in the new year. And that’s great! But I believe that true change comes in the little things that you accomplish every day. And it doesn’t have to be a huge “resolution.” It can be as simple as tweaking your day to be...
12 Home Organizing Ideas for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is in full swing, which means decorating your home with lights and ornaments galore. But with all this winter cheer and seasonal décor, you might be struggling to keep your home organized. Don’t worry, we’ve consulted with organizing experts across...
Kitchen Organizing- Best Hacks of 2020
Whether you're planning on hosting a holiday get-together this year, or keeping things intimate and simple - you'll likely still be spending some amount of time in your kitchen. Even if it's just to throw the frozen casserole into the oven! You've probably already...
Military Life – 4 Ways to Organize your Military Spouse
Raise your hand if you married someone and didn't know much about their job?! That was me. 9 years ago my now husband and I moved in together and I had very little knowledge about what it meant to be doing what he does for the military. I didn't understand some of the...
4 Projects to Help You Store More
Over the last 6 months or so we've all been spending a lot more time in our homes. And you may be noticing more of the things you typically can ignore when you're out and about-- going from work, to soccer practice, to dance class, and back home just in time for...
Pre-Holiday Prep Makes the Holidays Less Stressful
The holidays are just around the corner, and they are the perfect opportunity to reconnect with the special people in our lives. However, without necessary precaution, this time of year can spiral out into a stressful season of overbooked schedules and excess...
5 Minimalist Ways to Decorate for the Holidays and Avoid Clutter
Changing up some decor around the house with the seasons, feels refreshing to me. You're moving around some things that may not ever be touched otherwise, and opening up a new energy in your space. I love the feeling of "warmth" that comes with fall decor (even though...
Back to School Organization for Busy Moms
In this video, we discuss back to school organization! I had such a great time chatting with Selene and Paty with @timeout4thecreativemompreneur. We talked about some easy back to school organization tips for busy moms. So join us to learn how to stay organized in...
Saving time: 5 easy DIY Products to make life a bit easier during Back to School using essential oils
A new school year often brings, stress, worry and germs. Whether you’re children are at home or back in the building, one thing is for sure, it is important to keep our spaces clean and free of impurities that can weaken our immune system. With everything going on...
5 Things to Organize Before the Movers Come
Are you moving soon and wondering what you need to organize before the movers come? As a military spouse, I’ve gotten used to the fact that every few years I’m going to have to pack up my life and move. Each time, I get a little more comfortable with knowing what to...