Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Three words we’re all familiar with, but let’s talk about why they are so important, and how this mantra can help protect our planet and help you reduce clutter in your home.   Every year on April 22nd, we come together to observe Earth Day, a global initiative aimed at increasing awareness of environmental challenges and emphasizing the importance of preserving our planet for future generations.   One area where many of us can make a significant difference is in our approach to clutter. Clutter not only affects our physical spaces but also has environm ..read more

Spring is officially (and finally) here, and you know what that means. You guessed it! Spring cleaning. After enduring the cold days and long nights of winter, the first signs of spring are a welcome change, reminding us not only of the warmer weather and longer days to come but also of the chance we have for a fresh start. As a professional organizer, I appreciate any opportunity to declutter and create a clean, organized home, so you can imagine how much I love the concept of ‘spring cleaning’. Just as the New Year often inspires us to create resolutions (which may or may not have been ..read more

Do you have piles of paper stacking up stress in your life? Perhaps you’re unsure how to manage the volume of mail and documents that have built up over the months, maybe even years? I’ve spoken before about the many benefits of digitizing your media, and while paperless options have thankfully become more available in our digital age, it’s hard to avoid paper entirely. Junk mail, receipts and bills, tax documents, medical forms, crumpled-up grocery and to-do lists, you name it! Paper takes on a life of its own if not dealt with regularly and can quickly add up to a whole stack, most likely c ..read more

We all know October as a time for pumpkin spice, autumn leaves, and of course, Halloween, but did you know that October is also Women’s Small Business Month? That means it’s a perfect time to celebrate female entrepreneurs and to empower women in business. Starting a business is a big undertaking for anyone, but it’s no secret that women have historically had more challenges in rising in the world of business compared to our male counterparts, mostly as a result of gender discrimination. It wasn’t until 1988 (only 33 years ago), that women could legally take out a business loan. Now, female en ..read more

As summer winds down and September approaches, you may be in the process of prepping your kids for the much-anticipated back to school season. We all know the season as a time for new notebooks, fresh wardrobes, and bedazzled backpacks, but you may also know it as a time for stress and emotional turbulence. There are so many feelings that come with the new school year - for both you and your child – and they’re often conflicting ones. Watching your kid grow up, develop new skills, and make new connections can be a very emotional experience, especially coming off a year spent at home. You may b ..read more

OWL's Lisa Harris was a guest on iHeartRadio & TV's "A Moment with Xen". Click the link below to watch the episode where Lisa shares tips and tricks for converting a child’s play area from toddler to tween! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frTI9z_Eg54 ..read more

How we transformed a toddler’s playroom into a tween’s paradise I recently had the opportunity to sit down with the incredibly talented ,Xen Sams and take ,“A Moment of Xen” live on her iHeartRadio show. Xen had approached me with the task of transforming her daughter, Alexa’s, playroom into a tween’s paradise, which meant sorting through years of toys and kid-created clutter. Of course, I was more than happy to take on the challenge. Having worked with Xen on previous projects in her home, I was excited about the opportunity to not only work with her again but also to share my tips and advic ..read more

7 fun and exciting ideas to keep you and your family entertained in Bergen County this summer! Now that school is out and summer is officially here, you may be on the hunt for fun and unique ways to keep you and your family busy in Bergen County this summer. As a mom, resident, and professional in Bergen County for over two decades, I’ve always loved keeping up with the latest events and things to do in the area, so I got you covered! Keep reading for some summer activity inspiration for you and your family this summer in Bergen County! 1. Enjoy classic summer fun at the NJ State Meadowlands F ..read more

As a professional organizer, I can attest to the fact that sometimes the act of organizing can be quite physically and mentally demanding. Whether it’s a big project that involves lifting heavy boxes and being on your feet for hours at a time, or it’s something more mentally tasking, like going through your belongings and having to make often very emotional decisions about what to keep and what to get rid of, the process of getting organized can be a daunting one. But as challenging as the process is, it is certainly a rewarding one. It’s no secret that having less clutter can benefit your li ..read more

Spring is officially here, and with it comes a chance for fresh starts! Spring is a season of rebirth and renewal, and while the weather warms up and the flowers start to bloom on the outside, we also can revive our spaces on the inside too. We’re all familiar with the concept of ‘spring cleaning’, a time for dusting off cobwebs and deep cleaning all the nooks and crannies of our homes. But there’s a difference between spring cleaning and spring decluttering, and odds are it is the latter that will make the biggest difference in your home. While cleaning is an important aspect of maintaining ..read more