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“Search the Scriptures Diligently,” Ensign, Apr 2009, 63
Teach the scriptures and quotations that will help the sisters you visit understand these principles. Invite those you visit to share what they have felt and learned.
Why Search the Scriptures?
President Howard W. Hunter (1907–95): “I commend to you the revelations of God as the standard by which we must live our lives and by which we must measure every decision and every deed. Accordingly, when you have worries and challenges, face them by turning to the scriptures and the prophets” (“Fear Not, Little Flock,” in 1988–89 Devotional and Fireside Speeches [1989], 112).
President Ezra Taft Benson (1899–1994): “Success in righteousness, the power to avoid deception and resist temptation, guidance in our daily lives, healing of the soul—these are but a few of the promises the Lord has given to those who will come to His word. … Certain blessings are to be found only in the scriptures, only in coming to the word of the Lord and holding fast to it. …
“… Recommit yourselves to a study of the scriptures. Immerse yourselves in them daily so you will have the power of the Spirit to attend you in your callings. Read them in your families and teach your children to love and treasure them” (“The Power of the Word,” Ensign, May 1986, 82).
President Spencer W. Kimball (1895–1985): “As you become more and more familiar with the truths of the scriptures, you will be more and more effective in keeping the second great commandment, to love your neighbor as yourself. Become scholars of the scriptures—not to put others down, but to lift them up! After all, who has any greater need to ‘treasure up’ the truths of the gospel (on which they may call in their moments of need) than do women and mothers who do so much nurturing and teaching?” (“The Role of Righteous Women,” Ensign, Nov. 1979, 102).
How Can I Treasure the Scriptures?
2 Nephi 4:15: “For my soul delighteth in the scriptures, and my heart pondereth them, and writeth them for the learning and the profit of my children.”
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: “One good way to start studying the scriptures is to ‘liken’ them to ourselves (see 1 Nephi 19:23). Some people start by choosing a subject in the Topical Guide that they need to know more about. Or they start at the beginning of a book of scripture and look for specific teachings. …
“Whichever way a person starts studying the scriptures, the key to unlocking important knowledge is to keep studying. I never tire of discovering the rich treasures of truth in the scriptures because they teach with ‘plainness, even as plain as word can be’ (2 Nephi 32:7). The scriptures testify of Christ (see John 5:39). They tell us all things we should do (see 2 Nephi 32:3). They ‘make [us] wise unto salvation’ (2 Timothy 3:15).
“Through my scripture reading and the prayers that accompany my study, I have gained knowledge which brings me peace and helps me keep my energies focused on eternal priorities. Because I started reading the scriptures daily, I have learned about my Heavenly Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and what I need to do to be like Them” (“My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures,” Liahona and Ensign, May 2004, 108–9).
President Thomas S. Monson: “The holy scriptures adorn our bookshelves. Make certain they provide nourishment to our minds and guidance for our lives” (“The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society,” Ensign, Nov. 1997, 95).
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
An exerpt from Sister Owen's February Lesson
Sister Owen: Here is a short thought on the lesson you wanted to share in the newsletter.
About many of the wonderful things Elder Holland mentions in his message, Tongue of Angels, besides speaking well of and to others, we must speak well of ourselves. We are worth it and we all do so much good for our families, for our neighbors and in our communities.
Elder Holland explains that women have lovely voices, angelic and so close to the veil. He said we are instinctively gentle and kind. Our voices should never turn to a shrill, biting or untamed tone.
"Be of good cheer" sisters and keep the Holy Spirit near you as you speak with the tongue of angels.
About many of the wonderful things Elder Holland mentions in his message, Tongue of Angels, besides speaking well of and to others, we must speak well of ourselves. We are worth it and we all do so much good for our families, for our neighbors and in our communities.
Elder Holland explains that women have lovely voices, angelic and so close to the veil. He said we are instinctively gentle and kind. Our voices should never turn to a shrill, biting or untamed tone.
"Be of good cheer" sisters and keep the Holy Spirit near you as you speak with the tongue of angels.
March 2009 Newsletter
March Lessons
March 1 Presidency Lesson
Teacher: Karen Brown
March 8 Joseph Smith Lesson #26 “Eliijah and the Restoration of the Sealing Keys”
Teacher: Myrna Clark
March 15 Joseph Smith #27 “Beware the Bitter Fruits of Apostasy”
Teacher: Kamilla Lloyd
March 22 Teachings for our Times “
“Our Hearts Knit as One” - Henry B. Eyring Nov. 2008 Ensign, pg 68
Teacher - Ramona Ford
March 29 Bishopric decides.
March Visiting Teaching Message
Ensign » March 2009
“Uphold, Nourish, and Protect the Family,” Ensign, March 2009, p 68
Full message on the Blog
March Activities
Relief Society Birthday Party March 25, 2009 TBA
Draper Temple Dedication March 22, 2009 4:30 p.m. Any one caring to attend at the Stake Center will need to present a current Temple Recommend
The Lady of the Month
This month we are spotlighting Sister Ardell Archibald. Thanks go to her daughter, Kayelyn Birch for writing it.
Scripture Thought
I was thinking that it might be interesting to share a few thoughts and personal experiences on the scriptures. I thought I would go first
Morm. 8: 22
For the eternal purposes of the Lord shall roll on, until all His promises shall be fulfilled.
I remember that this scripture was our MIA theme one year. It gave me great comfort to realize that, no matter what obstacles and problems I was facing at the time the Lord was aware of what I was going through and would see me through.
March 1 Presidency Lesson
Teacher: Karen Brown
March 8 Joseph Smith Lesson #26 “Eliijah and the Restoration of the Sealing Keys”
Teacher: Myrna Clark
March 15 Joseph Smith #27 “Beware the Bitter Fruits of Apostasy”
Teacher: Kamilla Lloyd
March 22 Teachings for our Times “
“Our Hearts Knit as One” - Henry B. Eyring Nov. 2008 Ensign, pg 68
Teacher - Ramona Ford
March 29 Bishopric decides.
March Visiting Teaching Message
Ensign » March 2009
“Uphold, Nourish, and Protect the Family,” Ensign, March 2009, p 68
Full message on the Blog
March Activities
Relief Society Birthday Party March 25, 2009 TBA
Draper Temple Dedication March 22, 2009 4:30 p.m. Any one caring to attend at the Stake Center will need to present a current Temple Recommend
The Lady of the Month
This month we are spotlighting Sister Ardell Archibald. Thanks go to her daughter, Kayelyn Birch for writing it.
Scripture Thought
I was thinking that it might be interesting to share a few thoughts and personal experiences on the scriptures. I thought I would go first
Morm. 8: 22
For the eternal purposes of the Lord shall roll on, until all His promises shall be fulfilled.
I remember that this scripture was our MIA theme one year. It gave me great comfort to realize that, no matter what obstacles and problems I was facing at the time the Lord was aware of what I was going through and would see me through.
Sister Ardell Archibald
Ardell Griffeth Archibald was born in Preston, Idaho on October 23, 1928. She was born by Caesarian section, and she and her mother both almost died. She was the oldest of four children. The next oldest child was ten years younger than her, so she was an only child for most of her years living with her parents. She was raised on a farm. She learned how to cook and clean and sew from her mother, but she loved most being outside working with her father. She learned how to do most of the chores on the farm, such as herding sheep, milking cows, working in the fields, etc. She learned how to work hard.
She was quite the tom-boy in her early years. She liked to hike. She and her friends would hike on the lava rocks near her home. She was daring and would jump over crevices where she could have fallen a long way and gotten hurt quite badly. Someone was watching over her, and nothing ever happened though.
She would ride a horse to take the cows up in the canyons and then bring them home to milk them in the evening. One night, when they were going up to the canyons, the horse she was riding suddenly turned and headed back down the hill. Miraculously she did not fall off the horse. When she looked back to see why he had turned she saw a wildcat running in the opposite direction. The horse had obviously scared it as much as it scared him.
She learned the hard way to obey her parents. One day her mother asked her to bring some empty quart bottles down from the attic to can with. To do this she needed to go outside and climb a ladder at the side of the house. Her mother told her not to take her little brother with her. She took him part way and went up to get the bottles. She had a jar on each finger, when she heard her little brother and thought that he needed her. She ran and fell, breaking six of the bottles. She still has the scars to tell the tale.
She spent all of her early years in Idaho. She went to school there through her high school years. When she was a junior in High School they moved to Dayton, Idaho – which is where her future husband, Leroy Alder Archibald lived. She attended the Utah State Agricultural College (Utah State University now) for 1 ½ years. When she went back to Dayton, Leroy was just returning from serving in WWII. They met at a church dance. Later they were in a 3-act play together. They were married in the Logan Temple May 26, 1949. They lived in Logan, Utah, and Dayton, Burley, and Armerican Falls in Idaho. They moved to Salt Lake City in 1956. They had nine children, eight who lived to adulthood. They also welcomed many foster children and Indian-placement children into their home.
Ardell enjoyed gardening and most years she planted a large vegetable garden in their back yard. Her children spent many hours gardening with her.
She spent eleven years as an 11-year-olds scout leader. Those were some of the most fulfilling years of her life. She also had callings in primary, young women, relief society, Sunday school, etc.
When her children were raised, she went on two missions with her husband. One to Rochester, New York (where they served 1 year at the Grandin Press Building in Palmyra, and 7 months at the Peter Whitmer Farm in Fayette,NY), and a temple mission to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Between these missions she worked in the Salt Lake Temple. After her husbands death she worked in the temple again for 9 years and served a Family History mission for 9 ½ years at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake.
She has spent her life in the service of others, her family, neighbors, boy scouts, even total strangers. She loves everyone and gives her all to everything she does. She is happiest when she is busy helping others.
She still enjoys reading, working in her yard, and doing genealogy.
She was quite the tom-boy in her early years. She liked to hike. She and her friends would hike on the lava rocks near her home. She was daring and would jump over crevices where she could have fallen a long way and gotten hurt quite badly. Someone was watching over her, and nothing ever happened though.
She would ride a horse to take the cows up in the canyons and then bring them home to milk them in the evening. One night, when they were going up to the canyons, the horse she was riding suddenly turned and headed back down the hill. Miraculously she did not fall off the horse. When she looked back to see why he had turned she saw a wildcat running in the opposite direction. The horse had obviously scared it as much as it scared him.
She learned the hard way to obey her parents. One day her mother asked her to bring some empty quart bottles down from the attic to can with. To do this she needed to go outside and climb a ladder at the side of the house. Her mother told her not to take her little brother with her. She took him part way and went up to get the bottles. She had a jar on each finger, when she heard her little brother and thought that he needed her. She ran and fell, breaking six of the bottles. She still has the scars to tell the tale.
She spent all of her early years in Idaho. She went to school there through her high school years. When she was a junior in High School they moved to Dayton, Idaho – which is where her future husband, Leroy Alder Archibald lived. She attended the Utah State Agricultural College (Utah State University now) for 1 ½ years. When she went back to Dayton, Leroy was just returning from serving in WWII. They met at a church dance. Later they were in a 3-act play together. They were married in the Logan Temple May 26, 1949. They lived in Logan, Utah, and Dayton, Burley, and Armerican Falls in Idaho. They moved to Salt Lake City in 1956. They had nine children, eight who lived to adulthood. They also welcomed many foster children and Indian-placement children into their home.
Ardell enjoyed gardening and most years she planted a large vegetable garden in their back yard. Her children spent many hours gardening with her.
She spent eleven years as an 11-year-olds scout leader. Those were some of the most fulfilling years of her life. She also had callings in primary, young women, relief society, Sunday school, etc.
When her children were raised, she went on two missions with her husband. One to Rochester, New York (where they served 1 year at the Grandin Press Building in Palmyra, and 7 months at the Peter Whitmer Farm in Fayette,NY), and a temple mission to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Between these missions she worked in the Salt Lake Temple. After her husbands death she worked in the temple again for 9 years and served a Family History mission for 9 ½ years at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake.
She has spent her life in the service of others, her family, neighbors, boy scouts, even total strangers. She loves everyone and gives her all to everything she does. She is happiest when she is busy helping others.
She still enjoys reading, working in her yard, and doing genealogy.
March Visiting Teaching Message
March Visiting Teaching Message
Ensign » 2009 » March
“Uphold, Nourish, and Protect the Family,” Ensign, Mar 2009, 68
Teach the scriptures and quotations that will bless the sisters you visit. Bear testimony of the doctrine. Invite those you visit to share what they have felt and learned.
Why Must I Defend the Doctrine of the Family?
The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: “The family is ordained of God. Marriage between man and woman is essential to His eternal plan. Children are entitled to birth within the bonds of matrimony, and to be reared by a father and a mother who honor marital vows with complete fidelity” (“The Family: A Proclamation to the World,” Liahona, Oct. 2004, 49; Ensign, Nov. 1995, 102).
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: “As a disciple of Jesus Christ, every woman in this Church is given the responsibility for upholding, nurturing, and protecting families. Women have distinct assignments given to them from before the foundation of the world. And as a covenant-keeping Latter-day Saint woman, you know that raising your voice in defense of the doctrine of the family is critical to the strength of families the world over” (“What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable,” Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2007, 110).
How Can I Defend the Family?
D&C 88:119: “Establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God.”
President Spencer W. Kimball (1895–1985): “Home is a haven against the storms and struggles of life. Spirituality is born and nurtured by daily prayer, scripture study, home gospel discussions and related activities, home evenings, family councils, working and playing together, serving each other, and sharing the gospel with those around us. Spirituality is also nurtured in our actions of patience, kindness, and forgiveness toward each other and in our applying gospel principles in the family circle” (“Therefore I Was Taught,” Tambuli, Aug. 1982, 2; Ensign, Jan. 1982, 3).
Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: “I call upon members of the Church and on committed parents, grandparents, and extended family members everywhere to hold fast to [the family] proclamation, to make it a banner not unlike General Moroni’s ‘title of liberty,’ and to commit ourselves to live by its precepts. …
“In today’s world, where Satan’s aggression against the family is so prevalent, parents must do all they can to fortify and defend their families. But their efforts may not be enough. Our most basic institution of family desperately needs help and support from the extended family and the public institutions that surround us” (“What Matters Most Is What Lasts Longest,” Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2005, 42–43).
Elder Robert S. Wood of the Seventy: “For too many, responsibility seems to end with hand-wringing and exclamations of dismay. Yet talk without action accomplishes little. We need to be vigorously engaged in the world. If our schools are inadequate or destructive of moral values, we must work with fellow members of the community to bring about change. If our neighborhoods are unsafe or unhealthy, we must join with the civic-minded to devise solutions. If our cities and towns are polluted, not only with noxious gases but soul-destroying addictions and smut, we must labor to find legitimate ways to eliminate such filth. … We have the responsibility to be a blessing to others, to our nation, to the world” (“On the Responsible Self,” Ensign, Mar. 2002, 30–31).
Ensign » 2009 » March
“Uphold, Nourish, and Protect the Family,” Ensign, Mar 2009, 68
Teach the scriptures and quotations that will bless the sisters you visit. Bear testimony of the doctrine. Invite those you visit to share what they have felt and learned.
Why Must I Defend the Doctrine of the Family?
The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: “The family is ordained of God. Marriage between man and woman is essential to His eternal plan. Children are entitled to birth within the bonds of matrimony, and to be reared by a father and a mother who honor marital vows with complete fidelity” (“The Family: A Proclamation to the World,” Liahona, Oct. 2004, 49; Ensign, Nov. 1995, 102).
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: “As a disciple of Jesus Christ, every woman in this Church is given the responsibility for upholding, nurturing, and protecting families. Women have distinct assignments given to them from before the foundation of the world. And as a covenant-keeping Latter-day Saint woman, you know that raising your voice in defense of the doctrine of the family is critical to the strength of families the world over” (“What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable,” Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2007, 110).
How Can I Defend the Family?
D&C 88:119: “Establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God.”
President Spencer W. Kimball (1895–1985): “Home is a haven against the storms and struggles of life. Spirituality is born and nurtured by daily prayer, scripture study, home gospel discussions and related activities, home evenings, family councils, working and playing together, serving each other, and sharing the gospel with those around us. Spirituality is also nurtured in our actions of patience, kindness, and forgiveness toward each other and in our applying gospel principles in the family circle” (“Therefore I Was Taught,” Tambuli, Aug. 1982, 2; Ensign, Jan. 1982, 3).
Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: “I call upon members of the Church and on committed parents, grandparents, and extended family members everywhere to hold fast to [the family] proclamation, to make it a banner not unlike General Moroni’s ‘title of liberty,’ and to commit ourselves to live by its precepts. …
“In today’s world, where Satan’s aggression against the family is so prevalent, parents must do all they can to fortify and defend their families. But their efforts may not be enough. Our most basic institution of family desperately needs help and support from the extended family and the public institutions that surround us” (“What Matters Most Is What Lasts Longest,” Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2005, 42–43).
Elder Robert S. Wood of the Seventy: “For too many, responsibility seems to end with hand-wringing and exclamations of dismay. Yet talk without action accomplishes little. We need to be vigorously engaged in the world. If our schools are inadequate or destructive of moral values, we must work with fellow members of the community to bring about change. If our neighborhoods are unsafe or unhealthy, we must join with the civic-minded to devise solutions. If our cities and towns are polluted, not only with noxious gases but soul-destroying addictions and smut, we must labor to find legitimate ways to eliminate such filth. … We have the responsibility to be a blessing to others, to our nation, to the world” (“On the Responsible Self,” Ensign, Mar. 2002, 30–31).
More recipes from “Recipes to Remember” by the Springview Ward
Quick Stew by Barbara Freed
3 to 4 potatoes, cut in bite-size pieces 1 can cream of celery soup
4 to 5 carrots, cut bite size 1 cup shreeded Cheddar Cheese
3 stalks celery, (bite size) 8 to 10 frankfurters, cut up into bite-size pieces
1 large onion 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
Boil vegetables in just enough water to barely cover them for 15 to 20 minutes. Add frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes more. Add soup, franks, and cheese.
W. W. Vegetable Soup by Jeannette Dumas
Cabbage Celery
Zucchini 1 big can tomato juice
1 Tbsp. onion flakes 1 big can water
Carrots 5 bouillon cubes (any flavor)
Cut green beans 1 tsp. oregano
Any vegetable you like Salt and pepper to taste
Bring tomato juice and water with bouillon cubes, celery, and carrots to boil. Reduce heat and add rest of vegetables; heat 30 to 45 minutes. Stir occasionally; serve.
3 to 4 potatoes, cut in bite-size pieces 1 can cream of celery soup
4 to 5 carrots, cut bite size 1 cup shreeded Cheddar Cheese
3 stalks celery, (bite size) 8 to 10 frankfurters, cut up into bite-size pieces
1 large onion 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
Boil vegetables in just enough water to barely cover them for 15 to 20 minutes. Add frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes more. Add soup, franks, and cheese.
W. W. Vegetable Soup by Jeannette Dumas
Cabbage Celery
Zucchini 1 big can tomato juice
1 Tbsp. onion flakes 1 big can water
Carrots 5 bouillon cubes (any flavor)
Cut green beans 1 tsp. oregano
Any vegetable you like Salt and pepper to taste
Bring tomato juice and water with bouillon cubes, celery, and carrots to boil. Reduce heat and add rest of vegetables; heat 30 to 45 minutes. Stir occasionally; serve.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
10 Tips for Getting Rid of Excess Clutter
10 Tips for Getting Rid of Excess Clutter
by Holly Tashian
1. Deal with your clothes. Clean out closets and dressers. Sell, consign, give away or toss anything that you no longer love or that no longer fits you. If it’s beyond repair, out of style, unflattering, or useless (like one sock only), then let it go.
2. Clear out your attic and cellar clutter. Let go of those old love letters, broken chairs, 10 year old tax records, old baby clothes, moldy rugs, useless tools, old towels and sheets, extra blankets, anything you no longer need. If you haven’t used it for the past 2 years, chances are you don’t need it, and perhaps someone else could make use of it.
3. Address the kitchen clutter. Remove everything from your kitchen counters that is not essential for every day cooking (blenders, mixers, jars of dried beans, rice, flour, etc.). These items should be stored in cupboards. Clean out the food storage areas and refrigerator to make sure nothing is expired, moldy or rotten. Clean out under the kitchen sink.
4. Organize your desk & office area. Keep your desk cleared off at the end of each work day. Create active files for all paperwork. Eliminate paper clutter by keeping one notebook for all notes, rather than post-its. Keep your Rolodex current. Handle mail once – toss catalogues that aren’t essential.
5. Recycle paper clutter. Magazines, junk mail and newspapers should be tossed out weekly. Books – especially paperbacks that you’ve read can be donated to the library. Keep only books that are essential and irreplaceable. Old textbooks, paperback classics, children’s books (when your children are grown) can be given away to book fairs, garage sales, libraries and friends.
6. Clear away garage clutter. Broken items, scraps of wood, rusty tools, parts of appliances, electrical equipment that no longer works are all candidates for the recycle bin, trash bin or Goodwill. Fix it, use it or let it go.
7. Put consciousness into bathrooms. Clean out medicine cabinets often. Keep a minimum of towels out. Make sure the linen closet is up to date and neat. Toss out any "dead soldiers" (empty shampoo, hairspray, and cologne bottles stored on the shelves). Keep magazines to a minimum of 1 or 2.
8. Stop clutter at the front door. Only buy what you need and have a predestined place for. Stop going to garage sales, throw out junk mail before it settles on the kitchen table. Accept other people’s stuff only if you really need it. If you acquire a new piece of furniture, let go of a piece of furniture that someone else can use. Recycle cans, bottles, papers, and plastic at least monthly.
9. Clean out your car. Since most of us spend considerable time in motor vehicles, it is wise to apply these guidelines to the car, RV or truck.
10. Ask yourself these questions:
o Do I love it?
o Do I need it?
o Is it essential?
o Does it enhance my life?
Then: Sort your things into 3 piles – (boxes)
o Yes – I love it and I need it, it works and it’s useful
o No – Someone else can have it
o No – Toss it out
by Holly Tashian
1. Deal with your clothes. Clean out closets and dressers. Sell, consign, give away or toss anything that you no longer love or that no longer fits you. If it’s beyond repair, out of style, unflattering, or useless (like one sock only), then let it go.
2. Clear out your attic and cellar clutter. Let go of those old love letters, broken chairs, 10 year old tax records, old baby clothes, moldy rugs, useless tools, old towels and sheets, extra blankets, anything you no longer need. If you haven’t used it for the past 2 years, chances are you don’t need it, and perhaps someone else could make use of it.
3. Address the kitchen clutter. Remove everything from your kitchen counters that is not essential for every day cooking (blenders, mixers, jars of dried beans, rice, flour, etc.). These items should be stored in cupboards. Clean out the food storage areas and refrigerator to make sure nothing is expired, moldy or rotten. Clean out under the kitchen sink.
4. Organize your desk & office area. Keep your desk cleared off at the end of each work day. Create active files for all paperwork. Eliminate paper clutter by keeping one notebook for all notes, rather than post-its. Keep your Rolodex current. Handle mail once – toss catalogues that aren’t essential.
5. Recycle paper clutter. Magazines, junk mail and newspapers should be tossed out weekly. Books – especially paperbacks that you’ve read can be donated to the library. Keep only books that are essential and irreplaceable. Old textbooks, paperback classics, children’s books (when your children are grown) can be given away to book fairs, garage sales, libraries and friends.
6. Clear away garage clutter. Broken items, scraps of wood, rusty tools, parts of appliances, electrical equipment that no longer works are all candidates for the recycle bin, trash bin or Goodwill. Fix it, use it or let it go.
7. Put consciousness into bathrooms. Clean out medicine cabinets often. Keep a minimum of towels out. Make sure the linen closet is up to date and neat. Toss out any "dead soldiers" (empty shampoo, hairspray, and cologne bottles stored on the shelves). Keep magazines to a minimum of 1 or 2.
8. Stop clutter at the front door. Only buy what you need and have a predestined place for. Stop going to garage sales, throw out junk mail before it settles on the kitchen table. Accept other people’s stuff only if you really need it. If you acquire a new piece of furniture, let go of a piece of furniture that someone else can use. Recycle cans, bottles, papers, and plastic at least monthly.
9. Clean out your car. Since most of us spend considerable time in motor vehicles, it is wise to apply these guidelines to the car, RV or truck.
10. Ask yourself these questions:
o Do I love it?
o Do I need it?
o Is it essential?
o Does it enhance my life?
Then: Sort your things into 3 piles – (boxes)
o Yes – I love it and I need it, it works and it’s useful
o No – Someone else can have it
o No – Toss it out
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