Simpler Times Newsletter, August 2008

The Green Issue

We've changed our format! As we become more tech-savvy, we are continually looking for ways to make our own lives simpler. Hopefully you will enjoy the new format for the newsletter. We would love to hear your comments, so please feel free to send us your feedback. Thanks for reading and enjoy!

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Simpler Times Newsletter, July 2008

We hope this finds you all safe and healthy after the severe weather that has hit the midwest over the past month.  In light of this, July's newsletter is devoted to preparing yourself and your family for emergencies.
Included in this issue: 
  • Are You Prepared?:  Learn how to identify the documents and records you need in an emergency
  • Featured Product:  Vital Records PortaVault 
As always, we hope you enjoy the letter and find a few tips that can be used to simplify (and secure) your life.
Sincerely,
Gina & Lori

Simpler Times Newsletter, June 2008

Hello friends of Life Made Simple!
Has May gone by as fast for you as it has for us?  We've heard from many of you that are doing some Spring decluttering and/or Spring projects.  I think the nicer weather and sunshine contribute to a bit more energy to tackle those projects we may have been procrastinating.  We hope the June issue of Simpler Times, which is dedicated towards paper clutter and management, is timely as you continue to work on clearing the clutter and creating a relaxing and enjoyable environment for yourselves and your families.
Included in this issue:
  • 5 Tips for Reducing Junk Mail
  • Options for creating a home office in a small space.
  • Our Featured Product - Organize Magazine.
  • Des Moines Home Show Expo is the first three weekends of June.  Stop out to see the beautiful homes, a unique new community and some of Gina's creative work featured in House #2.
As always, we hope you enjoy the letter and find a few tips that can be used to simplify your life.
Sincerely,
Gina & Lori

Simpler Times Newsletter, May 2008

Welcome to Spring!  The changing weather always gets us excited about other changes, so hopefully it is doing the same thing for you.  In this issue of Simpler Times:

  • Read all the details about Lori’s trip to the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) conference held in Reno, Nevada.
  • Find helpful hints to prioritize your Spring Spruce-Up list.
  • Check out the Featured Product section to learn of a useful website developed by a professional organizer.
  • A new feature, Partner Spotlight, highlights Dr. Christine D. Hegstad.

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As always, we hope you enjoy the letter and find a few tips that can be used to simplify your life.

Sincerely,

Gina & Lori

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Simpler Times Newsletter, Winter 2008

Happy New Year everyone!  We hope you all had joyful and relaxing holidays with family and friends.  Now is the time of year that most of us are working to get back into our daily routines and perhaps plugging away at those New Year's resolutions.  This issue of Simpler Times provides useful information to help you create the appropriate setting for reaching your goals.
Included in this issue:
  • Motivation Tips for getting and staying inspired to de-clutter and organize your home or office.  Read the article and then email us your own useful tips to be shared in the next newsletter.
  • You may not realize the impact the colors around you have on your mood and energy level. Learn more about The Power of Color.
  • Take a look at our new Featured Product section!  We will highlight a product that we have found to be fun, innovative and/or useful to our clients.
  • The popular Des Moines Home and Garden Show is coming up February 6-10.  Please stop by and see us in the Interior Design section of the show!
As always, we hope you enjoy the letter and find a few tips that can be used to simplify your life.
Sincerely,
Gina & Lori

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