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31 days of easy organising solutions

I feel very relieved that another one of the goals on my list is done. I think I have one business goal left – the makeover of this blog…. Nevertheless, my second book, 31 days of easy organising solutions is now available on the Kindle. Just as a reminder, you don’t actually need a Kindle […]

You ask, I’ll answer – easy menu planning

Nta asks… I would love to menu plan but haven’t had much success with my current method. Can you suggest a structure that’s easy so that I can maintain it long term? I believe in very loose menu planning. What that means is that I plan to have meals for about 5 days but I […]

You ask, I answer – decluttering toys so kids don’t get bored

First off, I’m finally getting around to answering the questions on this post. The three people who are going to get a little something from me are Jacqueline, Nta and Sybil. Please send me your postal addresses so I can pop something in the mail. Jacqueline wrote Now that my little doll is 1 (and […]

The best way to organise your home

Hi We are so excited in Johannesburg as the weather gradually starts warming up. Spring is nearly here. I find the change of seasons to be so energising, don’t you? Both the going into and out of the cooler seasons. It’s pure nesting time for me. And also the perfect time to get your home […]

How to quickly make a dent in your email inbox

My inbox is not looking its best. I have 36 in my personal/ business box and before I put these tips I’m about to share with you into practice last week, I had 57 (I’m now down to about 12 – 15) in my work box. They’re all read – I marvel at the restraint […]

Use binder rings for birthday cards

Some of you will know that I love, love, LOVE binder rings. I use them for their intended purpose, mini scrapbooks, to hold my calendar in place, to keep my handbags on the hanger rail, for the kids’ name tags on their backpacks and also for cards. I’ve done the kids’ birthday cards in little […]

The sale ends tonight

Just a courtesy reminder that the buy one, get one free sale ends tonight! Have a look here and happy shopping

What is your definition of time management?

Don’t forget to check out the buy one, get one free BIRTHDAY sale Remember when I wrote the money series earlier this year, I asked you what your definition was for financial freedom. That’s because everyone’s ideas are so very different. Same with time. I want to talk more about time management on the […]

Back to basics

Don’t forget to check out the buy one, get one free BIRTHDAY sale My life has felt out of control for a few months. Most of it is actually outside my span of control which is not great since I like to have a good deal of control. But this week I decided that […]

What do most women have in common?

I don’t usually generalise but I’ve realised that the vast majority of women love a good sale There are two things we’re celebrating this week – my 39th birthday (!) and tomorrow is National Women’s Day in South Africa. For one week only, I’m having a buy one, get one free sale. Most of the […]