Shanna Perino, Professional Organizer Nashville TN

I received an email today from a former client who occasionally keeps me informed of her goings-on.  The last paragraph of her email was so moving and complimentary that I asked if I could use it as a testimonial.  This is going to end up on my website somewhere, but I wanted to share it.  Yes, I...

I'm going through a purging spree. Every few years I go through absolutely everything I own and do a lifestyle update. The last time I went through everything was when I packed before I left L.A.  I got rid of all big items except one desk and packed everything else in boxes to be stored in a sto...

Can a Sticky Drawer Lead to Clutter? The short answer is Yes! Here's the long answer, the explanation, a story, and a sticky drawer tip: I bought an old dresser.  Does 1976 qualify as an antique?  I'm not sure, but I am sure that this dresser is a much better built one than a lot of furniture out...

Your Location Inside the Time Zone Determines Your Daylight Hours Can I just say how very, very happy I am that the days are getting longer, that it is not pitch dark by 5pm?  When we get into the depths of winter here in Kentucky, I count the days once we hit December 21, waiting for the days to...

Don't Trash Your Stash - Hats Off to Cancer Patients! Don't Trash Your Stash is a series of blog posts that explores ways for you to unload your clutter while helping the environment and the community. The other day, I came across a hat I've had for a long time, but don't wear anymore.  Apparentl...

Ask The Organizer:  Organizing Systems - Is There One Out There For Me? Occasionally, I will have someone ask me about getting a new organizing "system."  The question goes something like this:  "I just can't seem to get control of my paperwork in my office to manage my tasks and projects.  Can y...

Lexington, Ky Dentist Review - Dr. Doyle Freano There are certain professionals you will want to hang on to when you find a good one.  Hairstylist, auto mechanic, veterinarian, doctor, dentist.  Well, I have found a really fantastic dentist who I'd like to share with you.  His name is Doyle Frean...

Last night's filing workshop at the Eagle Creek Library in Lexington, Kentucky was a success, despite the weather.  It was COLD and we got a couple inches of snow throughout the day, but that didn't stop the brave souls from coming out to the library.  14 Attendees in all, Tammy, the Librarian, a...

Happy Birthday to my dear grandmother Betty, who is 90 years old today.  She has been a role model and inspiration to me all my life.  She taught me that a woman doesn't have to run herself into the ground to be a good housekeeper and mother.  Here are some other things I learned from my grandmot...

After reading Michael Jacobs' post about "Whatever" and other overused words, it got me to thinking about all the other colloquialisms that we use.  Having been fortunate enough to be in "The Valley" during my teens, a lot of Valley Girl talk was engrained in my speech.  I've gotten rid of a lot ...