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    <body><![CDATA[This was a good book.  Lots of organizational tips with real life stories to back them up.  If you need help organizing your home either from downsizing or family additions, this would definitely help you.]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[A friend lent this book to me b/c I was saying I needed better time management skills.  Let's see if I have the time to fit it in first. ]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[Book on helpful organizational tips for one's home - extremely practical.  ]]></body>
    
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