September 2007 Blog Articles Recap

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Organizing Yourself & Family For Disaster
September was National Preparedness Month and for my radio show, I interviewed organizing expert and author Judith Kolberg. We discussed several ways you can prepare for disasters, both natural and unnatural.

First Check-Out Line Product Review
I started a new feature called The Check-Out Line, where I review various products and report my results and opinions. This one was the ALL-ETT, a super-thin billfold.

First Quote of the Week
In September, I also began a new feature I'm calling Quote of the Week. This first one came from Earl Nightingale, and it's a great one to kick off the feature with!

Vicky and Jen Tackle Kitchen Chaos
My BFFs, Vicky and Jen have been running a regular series on their very popular podcast, called The Big O, where I come on and talk about organizing a specific part of life. This month, it's kitchens.

Organizing Your Wardrobe with Tim Gunn & Oprah
Tim Gunn, of Tim Gunn's Guide to Style, was a guest on Oprah and we learned how to organizing the over-forty woman's wardrobe. Good stuff!

Cecilia Slaby's Mother Was Just So Busy
I wrote about yet another tragic broiled baby story out of Ohio. Little Cecilia Slaby was left to bake in her mother's SUV on a 90-degree day, while the baby's mother was at work. Read it if you can stand it.

The Check-Out Line: Thatz Hot
Another product review, this time, for a curling iron pouch that allows you to pack away a hot curling or flat iron immediately after use, in either a drawer, cabinet or luggage.

The Power of Focus Guest: Seth Goldman
I interviewed Seth Goldman, the man who created a line of slightly sweet beverages called Honest Tea. They've since branched out into other beverages, all healthy alternatives to high-sugar commercial drinks.

Never Forget: A 9/11 Tribute
If you can bear it, listen to the audio.

Quote of the Week: Vision

Organizing an Inexpensive Date Night
Great dates don't have to be expensive! Check out our ideas for inexpensive or free ideas to put some sizzle back into your relationship.

Quote of the Week: Attitude

The Check-Out Line: LobotME Products
A paper-based task management system. Funky styling and a lot of forethought make these fun and effective organizing tools.

Quote of the Week: Boldness

West Coast Trip Highlights
I shared pictures and some stories about our trip to Seattle, San Francisco and wine country, including our hot air ballon ride over Sonoma.

Well, that's the meat of it for September, 2007. Click on whatever articles interest you and don't be shy about leaving your comments there on the blog. It's free and there is no "account sign-up" required!