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We’re all spending a lot more time at home these days. Hopefully, this won’t last forever. But there are some things that will probably last long beyond the era of coronavirus and pandemic lockdowns. For example, more and more employees could be working from home for the long term. And there probably won’t be a widespread return to shared spaces like restaurants, movie theaters and gyms in the near future.

Think of this extra time at home as an opportunity to revamp some things around the house and upgrade your home design. You don’t have to completely rethink everything, but even making a few small changes can have a big impact.

Here are three great places to start.

1. Improving Workspaces

We will probably all be working from home more going forward. This may end up being one of the only good takeaways from all of this. It will save you time on commuting — which is great for both your schedule and the environment.

But to make it go smoothly, you’ll need a good workspace. If you have a home office, do your best to make it as comfortable as possible with a new ergonomic chair and some upgraded electronics. Then add some design touches like artwork, family photos and a splash of color. It will make the entire experience much more comfortable and personal.

2. Being Healthier

Another key to being productive and feeling great is doing the small stuff to stay healthy at home, and one of the easiest ways to do that is by adding an air purifier. Especially if you live in a city, this can really improve the air quality in your home and keep unwanted particles away from your family.

Simply improving the overall feel of the house can also do wonders for your mental health and mood. Humidifiers, for example, can be great and the same goes for plants. In many ways, it’s the little things that will help you feel your best and keep you from bouncing off the walls.

3. Staying Safe

The more time you spend at home, the more you want it to feel safe and sound. But in years past, home security often meant clunky, ugly doors covered in deadbolts and complex security camera setups with bulky video recording devices. It was more trouble than it was worth in most cases, and they certainty didn’t do anything to improve the aesthetics of your house.

Today, modern technologies make home security simple. Smartlocks and other smart home systems can be accessed and controlled easily from your phone. And Wi-Fi security cameras that connect to your home’s wireless network will help you remain vigilant at all times. Given how easy it all is to set up and use, these small investment can do big things for your family’s safety and peace of mind.

Design Improvements for the New Normal

Times are tough. We are all struggling to adjust and make the best of this new world. With any luck, we’ll beat this thing soon and can get back to something like normal.

So use this as an opportunity to revamp. Add some improvements to your home office, get better air quality in your home and keep your family safe with better home security. That way, you new new normal can be even better than before.

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If you’ve never really given a thought to managing your finances before, don’t worry. You’re certainly not alone, and there is loads of help available for you to learn to manage your money efficiently.

The very fact that you’re reading this post means you’re already on the right path. You want to learn the ways to manage money, and taking that first step towards a goal is often the biggest. Here you’ll discover 6 helpful tips to get you started on the right path. Effective money management is an ongoing learning process.

Think Positive About Money

Managing anything effectively means believing in what you’re doing and having a positive mindset about the outcome. This comes true when it comes to managing and increasing your finances.

It’s so easy to stress about money – making it, losing it or having a lack of it – but in reality, money is just a tool to trade with. You can always make more of it, and money will always be here. Because of this, there’s really no reason not to think positively about money and develop a healthy relationship with your finances.

Take a Course In Money Management

If you feel like you don’t know where to begin when it comes to money management, budgeting and developing a financial plan, many helpful online courses will guide you. Accountants and other financial experts have created many of these training platforms; people who have achieved positive results themselves and who can put you on the right path.

Avail Of a Small Loan For Instant Cash Flow

Small cash loans can be really handy to take advantage of. They are not personal loans from a bank, but rather fast cash loans from lenders like Sunshine Loans and other similar companies. One major advantage of these loans is you can usually get them on the same day, with minimal paperwork and a fast online application.

If you need to get your hands on some emergency cash to help you through a rough patch or have a money-making idea that requires a few thousand dollars to get started, then a small cash loan might be the perfect option for instant cash flow.

Just be sure to read the lender’s terms and conditions before signing up for one, so you know exactly what you’re getting yourself into.

Budget AND Save

Anyone who is serious about proper money management will need to create a budget, where all mandatory and optional expenses are laid out. Being able to refer to your budget keeps your spending and your saving on track. It’s essentially your money management guide.

While you need to monitor your spending, you should also make a point of saving a portion of your income every month. This builds a security nest egg as well as giving you cash on hand to immediately avail of any money-making opportunities that come your way.

Study How the Wealthy Manage Their Money

If your financial goal is to become wealthy, then one of the best ways to achieve it is to do what the wealthy do. In other words, emulate their money management and wealth-building skills and processes.

A simple search online will provide countless resources to get you started on this path. You also might want to see if there are any millionaire’s clubs or entrepreneur groups in your area that you can join.

The ultimate would be to find a personal mentor who can show you how to do it with a hands-on approach. This is not easy, but it is possible.

Set Financial Goals To Achieve

To attain anything you desire in life, you need to set goals. Once you have goals, then you need to devise a plan to reach them. Goals without a plan are merely just dreams.

Experts always stress the point of writing your goals down, so that should be the first step. Remember, your goals can change, be added to and evolve over the time as what you truly want becomes more explicit in your mind.

Never be afraid to take the initiative simply because your goals are not yet clearly defined. Writing them down and formulating a plan will bring your financial goals into full clarity.

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The connection between a parent and a child is indescribable. From their very first heartbeat, breath, and cry, our children become the biggest treasures we want to love and protect. As a caring parent, you want to make your child feel safe and happy in every sphere of life. When our toddlers grow up, they become more and more independent from us. They develop their own vision of the world, make friends, and discover everything that surrounds them.

This stage of children’s life is beautiful, but at the same time, very worrying for a parent. It’s impossible to exclude every dangerous situation and protect a kid in every moment of life. We can’t create a bubble around them, right?

But did you know that the clothes they wear can make their daily adventures safer? In this article, you’ll find a couple of clothing tips that will increase the safety of your child.

Nowadays, the clothes you buy can be customised according to your own preferences. Fortunately for every parent, you can choose everything: the tshirt design, patterns, materials, et cetera.

Children adore spending time outside. The warmest childhood memories of every person are probably related to riding a bicycle, climbing trees, and chasing neighbours’ cats. But, unfortunately, what was supposed to be a warm memory can become a traumatic experience for both a parent and their offspring if an inattentive driver doesn’t notice a kid on the street.

The most dangerous part of a day for playing outside is the evening and night when the visibility is already too weak. An unpleasant situation can happen at any moment: at a parking lot while going to a supermarket, on a sidewalk while coming back from a kindergarten, next to the house while playing football. But let’s not talk about bad situations that might happen, let’s think of what can prevent them.

The very good idea is to have reflective elements on the clothes your child wears. These can be the parts of a T-shirt, trousers, or shoes. Some parents buy the jackets completely made of reflecting material. But that’s not the best option for hot seasons. Usually, reflective material makes the skin sweat more. Therefore, for the summer, many parents choose to have only small parts of the clothes covered with it. It’s enough to make a child more visible to a driver, even if it’s very dark outside.

Many colours also reflect light very well. Your kid is more likely to be seen while wearing white or neon clothes, than very dark ones. Yes, light clothes need to be washed more often. But is this really a problem when it comes to the safety of your child?

Another good idea for the safety of your child is printing the cellphones of parents on it. The nightmare of every child is to get lost in a crowded place. Very often, a kid gets too disorientated and stressed and is unable to explain to strangers what has happened to them.

There are many people who are eager to help, but it’s very difficult to do if a child doesn’t know the phone numbers of parents. You can prevent it by printing the phone number on the clothes of the kid. The child can also wear a bracelet with the number to call if they get lost. You can buy such accessories or order them online in many shops.

Many people also give their kids pendants with their contact information when going to a crowded place. This is not the best idea for everyday activities, but if you’re going to a concert, Christmas market, or a shopping mole during sales, this might be very handy.

You can also write down your contact information on a piece of paper and put it into the pocket of the jacket of your child. But definitely, the kid needs to know about it and be able to show it to other people if needed.

No one is protected from such an unpleasant situation, but you can facilitate its solution. The offspring will also feel safer knowing that other people will be able to contact you if they get lost.

The Last Thing

For sure, we incredibly love our kids. We want them to be safe in every situation. It’s impossible to omit every hasard in your kid’s life. It’s also part of their acquisition of life experience. But in order to have more peace of mind, we can still take certain measures.

The clothes they wear can be not only warm and beautiful but also make their childhood safer. Use the simple tips to avoid the moments that can make their earliest memories unpleasant. Choose the clothes that will reflect light in the dark, pick bright colours instead of dark ones, and always leave your contact information other people can use if the kid gets lost.

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A beautiful garden is a home’s biggest treasure. No matter the shape and size, it’s your peaceful oasis, meant to bring you joy and relaxation. Having a place where you can get closer to nature, your children can play, a dog can run around, and you can invite your friends, sunbathe, and unwind, is truly a blessing. Don’t forget to take care of it! If you want to find out how you can keep your garden neat and clean, keep on reading.

Purchase the right tools

The first thing you should cross out on your garden maintenance checklist is the appropriate equipment. Before you start cleaning your garden, make sure you’ve got everything you need before you start. Gloves, a rake, a shovel, a garden hose, shears, and clippers are among the essentials. Keep a wheelbarrow, some buckets, and large yard trash bags. Also, don’t neglect your pond if you have one! A trusty weed razer helps you get rid of those pesky aquatic weeds quickly. Make sure you use that skimmer net as often as possible to remove fallen leaves from the surface. A pond vacuum should be your go-to device for deep cleaning.

Take care of your pond

If you’re a proud owner of a garden with a pond, you know how demanding it can be. Proper pond maintenance requires serious commitment but is extremely rewarding. If you don’t want to have a murky, algae-ridden mess that smells like mud and decay, regular cleaning is the only way to go. Use a skimmer net to remove leaves and light debris from the surface. Get that weed razer to remove aquatic weeds. Dust off your pond vacuum and go for a deep cleanse at least once a year. Take care of your fish and water plants. It may sound like a lot of work, but it’s worth it! A well-maintained pond can be the biggest highlight in your garden.

Keep up with weeding, pruning, and trimming

If someone were to rank garden activities, this part would probably be everyone’s least favourite thing to do. However, it’s also the most crucial. Whenever you walk into someone’s garden, you can’t help but look at the grass, flowers, trees, and bushes. You don’t have to be a professional gardener to see if someone’s backyard is a bit unkempt. In this case, the most effective way to keep your garden neat and clean is to weed, prune, and trim (and mow, but we’ll talk about it later) as regularly as possible. It is time-consuming and can be tiring, but if you do it on a regular basis, it won’t turn into a full-day chore. Additionally, do a major cleaning at the beginning of every season. Most people do it during early spring. However, if you thoroughly clear out branches, dead leaves, and other debris four times a year instead of one, you’ll have much less work to do.

Cut the grass tall

Have you heard about those “best lawn” competitions? If you take them too seriously, the state of your grass probably keeps you up at night. However, there’s a trick to make your grass grow healthy and vibrant. Next time you’re tempted to cut it very short before mowing it – don’t! Let it grow a little longer. This way, it will be able to develop longer roots. Next time you mow the lawn, you’ll notice it’s no longer thinning. Don’t take things too far, though, and keep up with regular mowing. Make it a habit, and your lawn is going to look healthy and appealing.

Start a compost pile

The pile itself is not going to make your garden look more attractive. However, this one is about functionality. The compost it generates is a natural fertilizer that can help you save money on artificial mixtures while improving the condition of your plants. Start a compost pile in one corner of your garden. It doesn’t have to be in full view. You can buy a compost bin or bar it with wooden planks or small brick or concrete walls to make it more aesthetically pleasing. What’s more, you’ll have a place where you can put all the leaves, branches, and debris. With a designated spot, you’ll no longer have to worry where to put everything you’ve managed to clean during the day. A compost pile can help you keep your garden tidy and clean, and your plants will grow healthy as ever.

Put everything away

Make sure everything in your garden has its place, especially garden tools, outdoor furnishings, and children play equipment. Don’t let those squeaky dog toys lay around. If you don’t teach yourself and others to pick up after themselves, your backyard will become cluttered before you even notice. What’s more, random objects lying around can damage your garden tools. If you run over metal appliances, shoes, even plastic toys, you’ll quickly wear down or shutter your lawnmower blades. There’s an easy way to help you keep order in your garden. If you have some space, purchase a shed. This way, you’ll be able to conveniently store all the tools and outdoor equipment in one place.

Keeping your garden neat and tidy at all times can be tough. However, regularity is key! If taking care of your backyard becomes your habit, you’ll see it’s manageable and rewarding.

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Buying a home is one of the most important investments you’ll make in your life. This purchase will require you to save money for years and adjust your spending habits. However, regardless of how expensive your home is, there will come a time when the property will look and feel old.  

If the idea of stepping inside your humble abode and spending time indoors no longer excites you, it might be time for you to change the interiors of your home. No matter what your interior design budget is, there will always be ways to revamp the look of your home.  

If you’re out of ideas, listed below are some tips on how you can change the interior look of your home without breaking the bank: 

• Update Your Lighting Fixtures 

Most homeowners disregard the importance of choosing the right lighting fixtures. They think that as long as their space is well-lit with their current fixtures, there’s no need to update or change any of them. Make sure that you don’t commit the same mistake. Your home’s lighting fixture is important because it doesn’t only provide illumination indoors; it also affects the mood of the people living inside, as well as the overall ambiance of the space.  

If you have been using the same lighting fixtures for years, consider investing in newer ones. You can enjoy a wide selection of lighting fixtures in second-hand stores and flea markets, so make sure that you visit these first.  

When choosing lighting fixtures for your home, assess how the space is used and how large the space is. Sconces and rope lighting work well in bedrooms, while close-to-ceiling light fixtures and chandeliers will look great when installed in your living area.  

• Paint Your Interiors 

One of the easiest and cheapest ways to transform your home is to paint it with another color. You can simply buy a can of paint from your local hardware store, buy a brush (if you don’t have any yet), and roll up your sleeves to start painting. Depending on the layout and size of your home, you can complete painting its interiors within hours or several days.  

For you to achieve the best results from painting your home, be careful in choosing colors. Using dark colors can make your home feel cramped, while lighter hues can make the space look more spacious. If you don’t want to color your interiors with one color only, be careful with your color combinations as too many colors can make the space look cluttered and can possibly cause stress to the household.  

• Create Your Own Decors 

Decors are a must in every home. Using the right décor can set the tone in your home and create a positive mood indoors. Although beneficial for your home’s interior, decors sold in online and retail stores can be very expensive. Buying these items will surely put a hole in your pocket since you will not only need one.  

If you want to improve how your home looks through different decors, opt to make them instead. There are countless DIY projects, which you can do within hours, that work as excellent home decors.  

For example, you can recycle some of your old plastic bottles, paint them in bright colors, and put fresh flowers in them. This will work as a very colorful and unique centerpiece in any room of your house. As for your wall decors, you can hang different shells or dried flowers using a made-up wooden mobile.  

• Look For Dual-Purpose Items 

Just because your home is small doesn’t mean you can’t do anything to improve its interiors. Sure, you might have limited options, but as long as you are resourceful, you can still change the appearance of your home even if you have limited space.  

For starters, you can invest in items that are both functional and decorative. If you want to change how your living area looks, consider looking for a cheap ottoman. This piece works well as a seat and can be used to store small items, such as books and extra linens. You can also look for beds that come with built-in drawers for storage or seats that also work as bookshelves.  

Aside from making your interiors look new, dual-purpose items are actually cost-effective investments as these can also make your space more functional. These items will surely bring more convenience and comfort to the entire household! 

Choose Carefully  

There are a lot of ways on how you can change your home’s appearance. You just have to pick a handful that truly fits your needs and allows your personality to stand out. Carefully choosing from your options will make it very easy for you to transform your home without spending thousands of dollars!  

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People who have been through emotionally challenging or traumatic events are faced with a difficult situation. Some of them find it hard to deal with such events emotionally, which can often hinder their ability to cope with daily life. What’s more, there are accounts of people who started to feel physical pain after experiencing a traumatic event. Psychologists and medical professionals are constantly researching the topic of the connection between the condition of body and mind. Even though there are no conclusive results, there are some facts related to this issue. Here’s what you need to know if you’re experiencing physical pain along with the emotional one:

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

One of the conditions associated with chronic pain is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). A person with CRPS experiences severe, long-lasting pain rating higher in the McGill Pain index than childbirth or amputation of a limb. While the pain usually affects one limb, it can spread to other parts of the body. Some people report they experience pain for many years. However, this condition is known to improve over time, especially with treatment. If the pain prevents you from carrying out daily activities, you should seek medical advice.

Other symptoms

Whenever you’re experiencing emotional pain, other emotional and physical symptoms are likely to follow. You may experience feelings of anger, shame, guilt, or sadness. Dealing with these emotions can be difficult, so it’s important to learn containment and self-soothing skills.

Additionally, people who experience emotional pain often report feeling physical pain in other parts of their bodies. Pain is usually experienced in one limb or body part, and can sometimes spread to other areas in your body. Some psychologists believe that various emotional problems may be indicated by certain body pains, i.e. headaches and migraines may indicate stress and tension. Even though the lack of conclusive evidence can’t determine whether this statement is true, such symptoms should not be underestimated. Whenever you experience chronic pain that you think is a result of a difficult emotional situation, treat your condition seriously and look for ways to solve this problem.

Pain and your daily routine

Even though it’s difficult to determine whether emotional pain really translates to physical pain, it can still affect your life in a number of ways. In case you feel emotional pain and emotional symptoms follow, such strong, negative feelings can impact your daily routine. You may develop other conditions related to mental health, such as depression or anxiety, preventing you from living your life you were used to before.

As for physical symptoms, such as limb pain, headaches, or migraines, chronic pain can negatively interfere with your personal and professional life. It can also have a detrimental effect on your family and social life. What’s more, a prolonged feeling of physical pain can damage your sleep patterns and interfere with your mood.

Treatment

Whether it’s related to your emotional state or not, chronic pain can significantly interfere with your life, and neglecting your symptoms can be detrimental to your health and wellbeing. Due to the severity of this condition, you should seek professional help as soon as possible.

If you experience chronic pain or suffer from CRPS, there’s no treatment that can cure your symptoms right away. However, a number of treatments can help you manage them. Antidepressants or anticonvulsants can help reduce your pain. Physical rehabilitation and physiotherapy exercises can help you reduce the risk of long-term physical problems. Psychological support can also be helpful in your situation, due to the fact that you’ll be given useful information about your condition and you’ll learn self-management and coping skills that can help you manage it yourself.

How to cope with emotional pain?

Reaching out for professional help is an important step in your recovery. However, besides physical rehabilitation and psychological treatment, there are some ways that can help you deal with emotional pain. These require small but substantial changes in your behavior and the way of thinking.

So, what kind of things can you try? Some people find keeping a journal therapeutic. You can try writing down your thoughts and daily events but don’t feel pressured to do it regularly. You can also try exercising – among several health-related benefits, physical activity improves your mood and boosts your energy. What’s more, crying and talking about your emotions can make you more open and at ease. If you can, pick up a new hobby or engage in activities that will prevent you from dwelling on negative emotions.

Feel free to test out different strategies and look for other ways that can make you feel better. Remember that contacting a therapist and discussing your problems with a trained professional is likely to produce the best results and help you in the long run.

The bottom line

Not all kinds of pain can be associated with emotional pain or trauma. Due to its psychological nature, it’s not easy to come up with conclusive results and answers. Nevertheless, emotional pain should be taken seriously. If you experience symptoms that are detrimental to your wellbeing and hinder your daily routine, don’t wait! Reach out for professional help and try to implement strategies that can help you cope with it.

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There is something about the idea of visiting Los Angeles, and particularly about traveling around the LA area in a luxury RV with your friends and family, that makes it seem like the ultimate holiday destination. This city has always held an air of excitement, ever since the early days of movies, where young hopefuls would flock to LA dreaming of a better life.

Today things are different for most people, although some do still go there to be ‘in the movies’, and it is much more of a tourist destination, and one that, if you get the chance, you should enjoy to the utmost. Here are some reasons to go there and to stay in a gorgeous RV at the same time.

The Beaches

Although the first thing you might think of when Los Angeles comes to mind is the city itself, it has several highly regarded beaches to enjoy as well. They include Venice Beach, which is one of the most popular and is always full of people relaxing, meeting up with friends, working out, and sunbathing.

Another popular spot for people to visit is Muscle Beach. We mentioned working out when talking about Venice Beach, but if you’re serious about it or want to watch those who are, then Muscle Beach is the place to go.

Plus, there is Santa Monica Beach and its famous pier. The pier itself is a whole day out, offering incredible views, lots of restaurant choices, a roller coaster, and even shops. This is one of the largest piers in America, and it is an iconic structure that you shouldn’t miss when you’re in LA.

There are several beaches all around the coastline, and when you have organized Los Angeles RV rental, you can easily travel from one to the next, checking them all out before deciding on which one (or ones) you might want to spend more time at.

Beverly Hills

One of the most famous districts of Los Angeles is Beverly Hills; it has the zip code 90210, which may be one of the most well known in the world. It is possible to take a walking tour of Beverly Hills. When you do, you can see some of the stars’ homes, possibly spot a film star, and even see the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, which was one of the most well remember locations in the movie Pretty Woman.

Although the walking tours are a lot of fun, you must remember that it gets very hot in Los Angeles, and therefore staying in your air-conditioned RV and traveling around in that way can be much more comfortable. You’ll still be able to see the famous sites, but you’ll do it in a much more relaxed and enjoyable way.

Location Spotting

Los Angeles has been used as the backdrop to many a movie, and something else you can do is look out for the most recognized and well know movie locations that are still dotted around the town. This is great fun, and you can download maps that will take you from place to place. You will definitely enjoy making the most of your RV at this point – trying to take in all the sights on foot would be impossible since there are so many, and you won’t want to have to pick and choose when you have the chance to see everything on offer.

Another fun thing to do when it LA is to book onto a studio tour. Universal Studios, Paramount, Sony, and Warner Brothers all offer this exciting opportunity to fans of the films. Although you must book in advance if you want to guarantee a space, it’s well worth doing so.

Hiking

Something that LA is less famous for is its hiking trails, but if you are an active person and you want to explore the less tourist-filled parts of LA, then you should head out a little further in your RV and try some of the trails that crisscross the countryside. Whether you choose to run, walk, or jog is up to you, and the good news is that the trails are well maintained and well set out.

Ideally, you will want to take something with you for safety, and if you’re concerned about heading into the hiking areas alone, then you can join a group of others who will be good company for you, and who will make sure everything is safe. Seeing a different side to LA is exciting and a great way to contrast the more well-known town with the little-seen one.

The Cost

We’ve been talking about how much fun it is to visit Los Angeles, but we should also mention the cost. It’s not a cheap place to visit, and the hotels can be hugely expensive, especially the ones near the center of town and the ones in which the rich and famous stay. The problem is, these are also the best hotels for tourists since they are the most luxurious and comfortable. You can spend less, but you might regret it when you have a lumpy mattress and old pillows.

The luxury RV is a great alternative. There are lots of spots just outside the town where you can park your RV in complete safety, ready to drive back in the next day. Or you can leave your RV in the special camping ground and take a bus or taxi back to LA, depending on what you are planning to do.

Either way, you know you can enjoy your day and come back ‘home’ to a fully stocked RV, which is less expensive, but just as comfortable as a great hotel is a good thing. You can also head into Los Angeles in the evening to experience some of its iconic nightlife and visit clubs, bars, and restaurants before heading back to your RV in which you have everything you need. You’ll be glad of it and happy to rest your tired feet in great surroundings.

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Many people have taken this time stuck in quarantine to be super productive around their homes or to learn a new skill, or something noteworthy. I don’t know where they get all that motivation, I prefer to stay snuggled up reading a book, divulging my sweet tooth.

You can only read and snack for so long before getting a bit stir-crazy though. So, I decided it was finally time to tackle my to-do pile. Yes, it was a literal pile actually. I resolved to work on something that I have been putting off for a long time: repairing some clothes I had stacked on a pile in my closet for years. If a button popped off a shirt, or a zipper got stuck on a purse, I would set it on this pile to fix “on a rainy day” because I liked the pieces too much to get rid of. Apparently, I was not waiting for a rainy day to fix them as it has rained quite a few times in the last few years and well… The pile was still there, staring at me every day I’d walk into my closet.

As I said in a previous post, any time is a great time to work on reducing clutter. This pile of clothes was definitely taking up space and also, I want to be able to wear these items again one day! I had kept them for a reason after all.

So, I finally (forcefully?) made time to work on the pile. Most notably, I sewed on a few shirt buttons, repaired the zipper on a pair of pants, patched a hole ripped in a skirt and reattached the sole on a pair of favourite shoes. Resoling shoes? That sounds like a lot of work and very complicated. Actually, it was super easy (and I’m angry at myself for just now finding the time to do it. Imagine all the shoe-wearing I have missed out on just because of laziness…). But, with a simple trick I was able to fix this shoe problem stat! Just some leather glue that dries in a minute and – bam – a renewed pair of shoes, ready for a night out on the town again.

Now, I’m no seamstress, but it felt good to finally have this pile of ‘to-dos’ ticked off and some space gained in my closet. And it only took about two hours to get through it all. Best of all – my wardrobe has been updated with a few new pieces. So, once quarantine is over, I will have some ‘new’ outfits just waiting to be worn.

Even though I would rather have done something else, tackling these clothes woes turned out to be a bit therapeutic – who knew! Patching a hole, mending a seam, or fixing a hem doesn’t have to be as laborious as we make it out to be sometimes. Take some time this quarantine or this summer to organize, mend, or reduce your clutter with simple tricks!