by cthorn | Nov 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
“If there was ever a year to give experiences for Christmas rather than physical possessions, this is the year.” I agree 100 percent but can’t claim the advice as my own, and, no, it didn’t come from Marie Kondo, though it surely aligns with the spirit and goals of...
by cthorn | Oct 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Near the beginning of her first Netflix series, Marie Kondo declares, “I love mess” in that cute voice I’ve come to appreciate! Well, OK. That needs a bit of translation. What she’s really saying in “Tidying Up With Marie Kondo” is that she loves the...
by cthorn | Aug 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you’ve read my previous blog posts, watched Marie Kondo on Netflix, or explored the lifestyle-changing magic of KonMari to some degree, you know that comprehensively and permanently getting rid of clutter helps “spark joy” and positions you to live a more ideal and...
by cthorn | Jul 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Google the term “pandemic silver lining” and results pop up from all walks of life—except the potentially most important silver lining for the greatest number of people. This silver lining opportunity, created by how most of us adjusted our lifestyles during the...
by cthorn | Jun 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Summertime and serenity—close your eyes and you can almost hear the waves and feel the sun on your skin at the beach, or maybe you prefer the pleasant coolness of a backyard breeze as you relax on the deck or patio with a cold glass of iced tea. Not so fast. Truly...
