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Spring is that awesome time of year when our energy returns and we start looking forward to parties, barbecues, and family fun. But you may want to spruce up your home first, and by reading on you’ll learn how to do just that with healthy, all-natural homemade cleaners. We all know what our cleaning boxes…

Tax season is in full bloom but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start thinking about next year’s filings! While the filing deadline for your 2016 taxes is Tuesday, April 18, you can take the sting out of 2017’s taxes by utilizing the Internal Revenue Service’s charitable contribution deduction. Pickup Please is ready to…

When the sun starts to peek through the clouds, the daffodils start to bloom, and we swap out coats for sweaters, our minds wake from hibernation and that means it is time to shift into spring cleaning action. Scientists know that we humans are genetically programmed to slow down in the winter; we have less…

Did you know that your home has one, two, three or more caves hidden within? Fortunately, we’re not talking the Mammoth or Carlsbad Cave variety, but instead hidden areas that serve as memory caves, full of a lifetime of memories both good and bad. The easy five-step process you’re about to learn about will help…

In life, there are needs, and then there are wants. Discovering the difference between the two can lead to a liberating feeling that brings peace to your heart and mind, as you’ll learn below: Perhaps you’ve heard about the movement that’s catching fire called Minimalism, which is becoming about as popular as shiplap! Minimalism is…

A tidy, well-organized home has been shown to make your life simpler and happier. You’ll be able to find the items you need and having open, clear surfaces allows you to work with more confidence (plus, you’ll breathe more deeply too!). Declutter your home by following these simple rules: Rule #1: Stun Your Guests the…

Decluttering your living space doesn’t have to mean throwing out your most treasured items. Repurposing allows you to breathe new life into the objects around your home, and the results can be stunning! Reduce your clutter by repurposing it. It’s fun and a great way to unleash your inner creative. See how stylish you can…

For those busy parents out there that never have enough time, the statistics below will help you become passionate about organizing your life.   Once you’ve organized yourself and your home, you’ll not only have more time, but you’ll also have more money. Lost Items The National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) reports that on…

A clean home is something most people want, but many find hard to accomplish. Clutter can be so overwhelming that no matter how badly we want to clear out our unused or unwanted things, we feel paralyzed by the mere thought of it! If this problem sounds familiar to you, rest assured that you’re not…

There are a lot of great charities and assistance programs in the country, and those that support veterans and service members are close to the hearts of many. In recognition of what our veterans have provided for us, finding a way to step up and give back is a popular activity. As participants of programs…