As we get a whole new season of Organized Diva under way, I wanted to give you our contact information. We welcome any feedback and ideas.
To reach either Anke or Silke contact us at orgdiva @ gmail dot com
We have also just set up a twitter account. It is very new and we invite you to follow us there:
http://twitter.com/organizeddiva
The purpose of this blog is simple really. On our quest to become highly productive and organized people we come across some excell... Read Full Story
Losing things and forgetting events are frustrating if it happens regularly. We are surrounded by stuff that we need to remember. Where are the keys? What time am I supposed to pick up John Boy? I am at the store and I forgot my list...what did I need?
There are some sure-fire tools and methods to make remembering easier. Each requires that you set up the tools or apply the method, but that is really something that one can easily do. A little work now goes a long way to easing stress down the... Read Full Story
This holiday season shoppers should be aware of changing return policies. While 11% of stores are relaxing their return policies, 17% are tightening them. Some of the changes to watch for include:Extension or shortening of the return deadline. Varying restocking fees that apply to different types of products, such as electronics or furniture.Special return fees for open or used items or gifts that are returned past the deadline. If you are considering returning a gift, make the dec... Read Full Story
Most of us need to be more frugal these Holidays. Even if money wasn't a concern, who wouldn't want to be a smarter consumer? The magazine Electronic House has listed some great online shopping helpers that can help us save money and be wiser shoppers.
Free Shipping, Deals, and Coupons
Freeshipping.org - Find the retailers that are offering free shipping. You'll get details like minimum order requirement and by when you have to purchase at the retailers.
Retailmenot.com- Search fo... Read Full Story
I know this book won't be published until December 30, but current financially difficult times make it necessary to already mention the new book Suze Orman’s 2009 Action Plan!
To start of the year right, we need a little help. In the Suze Orman’s 2009 Action Plan! topics include saving and protecting your family, spending, credit, real estate, retirement investing, and paying for major purchases such as college. In the book Suze Orman "discusses what safeguards should be put in pla... Read Full Story
Do you have good-hearted friends that you don't know what to give? I do. The gift decision was easy once I saw that the World Wildlife Fund lets you adopt endangered species in the names of your friends. I chose to donate two polar bear adoptions, for two friends' families. Along with the adoption, each family is sent a soft, plush 8" polar bear, a framed picture and adoption certificate, and a gift box. It is such a wonderful package that the World Wildlife Fund put togeth... Read Full Story
Most people will give a tip or other thank-yous to the people that provide them with important services throughout the year. Even in this economically challenged holiday season, many should still try to show their appreciation. Consumer Reports came out with their Holiday Tipping Guideline.
What Types of Gifts to Tip
First, the always welcome cash is great for most service personnel, but not so highly regarded for teachers or other government employees. This can vary from district to distric... Read Full Story
7 years ago I couldn't fathom that any of our family holiday traditions could be over after a fire burned down the family home. But suddenly many of the old traditions changed after that horrible day.
We've changed much since that day in February, including replacing the house and everything that goes in it, and making sure that everything meets the latest in fire safety codes and technology. That also included our new Christmas traditions and decorations. Some of it became a little ... Read Full Story
It's official. Happiness is contagious. A groundbreaking Harvard University study found that happy people cause others around them to be happy. This happiness spreads within families, friends and communities.
Happiness leads to higher levels of creativity, better health, and higher productivity. The supportive effects of a happier, more optimistic community has a very positive effect on those who are experience troubling times.
Right now, happiness is not so easy to come by. Faced with a... Read Full Story
