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Take a few moments this weekend to look a little deeper. You might find that there is a woman with her back towards you walking away, or someone with a very sad or stressed look on their face. Even the colors within the artwork we choose will have an effect on us.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 You walk past these art pieces every day and are so used to seeing them there that you don\'92t think you notice them. You do. You would be surprised once you look a little deeper what is really going on around you in the art on your walls.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Consider what your artwork is saying to you and what it is saying to others that walk in your home or office. Be sure you get a wonderful feeling from what is seen as well as the unseen. 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Waiting for Inspiration?\VdVVPKPKWaiting for Inspiration?uJM`JM}ߑ6uJMJM}ߑ6`uJM덆'. sABSP Cars worth thousands of dollars are parked outside because the garage serves as a family storage unit.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 9. Rodents find homes in cluttered garages because somehow they know humans can\'92t find anything in their garage.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 8. Poor lighting from bare light bulbs creates an uninviting environment.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 7. Dirt tracks into the home from a greasy, grimy, grungy garage floor.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 6. Time is wasted looking for things in the jungle of junk in the garage.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 5. No storage cabinets! No wonder there\'92s an epidemic of Garagenous Clutteritis!\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 4. Leaving the garage door open inadvertently makes the home susceptible to intruders.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 3. Inability to park the car in the same place every time in the garage is troublesome due to clutter build-up upon arriving home. And it\'92s difficult to exit the car without dinging the neighboring car.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 2. 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Look for any important articles, cut them out, staple the pieces together and file them.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Store your valuable papers in a safe deposit box or a fireproof safe.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep your filing system updated regularly.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b BUSINESS CARDS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Get a Rolodex, wheel-type, card file to hold hundreds of business cards without taking up too much desk space.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Writing the date down on the back of each business card will help you decide about when it's time to toss it.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b BILLS AND MAIL...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 File your mail and bills right when they arrive so they don't get misplaced\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Check each bill and write the total and the date you plan to schedule payment right on the bill's original envelope.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\qlABSP \li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Put the bill in a holding area where you can see the date.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Schedule a regular time and have a specific place to actively read through your mail and pay your bills.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Pay bills at the beginning of each week for bills that are due that week. 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Make categories that are appropriate for your situation\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Subcategorize things like credit card bills into VISA bills, Mastercard bills, Discover bills, American Express bills, etc. The more you subcategorize the easier it is to find and to document later.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Label and date the outside of all envelopes\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Put the pocket folder along with all your envelopes into one larger manila envelope (remember to label it with your name and the year) and submit ABSPă Auto Organizing Tips\VdVVPKPKAuto Organizing TipsJMuJM`JM}ߑ6uJMJM}ߑ6`uJM덈P'. jEnvironment = MindW\VdVVPKPKEnvironment = MindJM8yJM`JM}ߑ68yJMJM}ߑ6`8yJM덊`'. uABSP it to your tax accountant.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 When you get it all back, file the large manila envelope with the most recent year first\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Most tax returns and documentation only need to be kept for seven years. Some businesses and professions need to maintain their records indefinitely. Check this out before tossing your tax records.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b CHECK REGISTERS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Always date your check registers with the range of dates it includes and the range of check numbers it includes --- April 10, 1999 to September 12, 1999, check numbers 1312 to 1418.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Change registers at the end of each year even if there's room left in the register. It's just easier to keep records by year than to mix years.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 For tax documentation write in who the check is to and what the check is for.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b BANK STATEMENTS AND CANCELED CHECKS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Reconcile your statement every time you get one.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Make sure all ATM and service fees are shown on each statement.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Let the bank keep your canceled checks so you don't have toABSP store them.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you ever need to document a payment by check just ask your bank for a copy.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you do keep canceled checks, keep them in a separate box in numerical order. 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You won't have to pay them to go through all your receipts.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\ABSP f1\fs20\cf0\b ORGANIZING PHOTOS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Sort through boxes and eliminate poor shots.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Give away or toss photos that have little meaning to you.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep the negatives only if you think you'll need them for additional copies.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Write a brief description on the outside of the negatives' envelope.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Don't write directly on pictures. 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ABSP e.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Respond to invitations and notices as they arrive and mark any dates on a calendar immediately.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Open your mail near the trash can and toss what you don't need.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep making those tough decisions about what to keep and what to throw away.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 }}}}}}}}}}}}} }ABSP [{\rtf1\ansi\deff0\deftab720{\fonttbl{\f0\swiss\fcharset204 Arial;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Arial;}{\f2\fnil\fcharset2 WingDings;}}{\colortbl\red0\green0\blue0;\red255\green0\blue0;\red0\green128\blue0;\red0\green0\blue255;\red255\green255\blue0;\red255\green0\blue255;\red128\green0\blue128;\red128\green0\blue0;\red0\green255\blue0;\red0\green255\blue255;\red0\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue128;\red255\green255\blue255;\red192\green192\blue192;\red128\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue0;}\wptoolsver4\wpprheadfoot1\paperw11906\paperh16838\margl1880\margr1880\margt1440\margb1440\headery720\footery720{\*\listtable{\list\listtemplateid19690212{\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc1{\leveltext\'02\'00.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc3{\leveltext\'02\'01.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'02.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'03);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc2{\leveltext\'02\'04);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'05);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'06);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'07);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'08);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} \listid1194737}}{\*\listoverridetable{\listoverride\listid1194737\listoverridecount0\ls1}}\endnhere\sectdefaultcl{\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b CABSP LOSETS\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Items used most frequently should be on shelves at eye level.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Break alike items down into baskets.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Hang all like clothes together, i.e., skirts in one area, blouses in another.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Put shoes in boxes that are labeled or a rack where they can be easily viewed.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you haven\'92t worn it in a year, either move to a less used closet, or give away.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b OFFICES/DESKS\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Have a basic \'93desk\'94 kit available with all the items you use on a regular basis.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Have a basket for items to review, items to file, items to shred.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Mugs, jelly jars, small flowerpots are great for pens, pencils, and other supplies.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep all warranty information in a binder with sections for tv, stereo, appliances, etc.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Purchase a shredder to assure nothing with your name goes in recycling or trash.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cfABSP 0\b WORKSHOP/GARAGE\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Store screws, nails, and bolts in see through jars. 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ABSPK .\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Cars worth thousands of dollars are parked outside because the garage serves as a family storage unit.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 9.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Rodents find homes in cluttered garages because somehow they know humans can\'92t find anything in their garage.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 8.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Poor lighting from bare light bulbs creates an uninviting environment.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 7.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Dirt tracks into the home from a greasy, grimy, grungy garage floor.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 6.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Time is wasted looking for things in the jungle of junk in the garage.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 5.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 No storage cabinets! 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And it\'92s difficult to exit the car without dinging the neighboring car.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 2.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 The landfill mentality toward the garage says, \'93I\'92ll just toss it in the garage, dear."\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\ABSP4 fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b 1.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Garage clutter overwhelms; people are stymied how to begin achieving a clean, functional, and organized garage.}} }356ABSP)M( 99HP{\rtf1\ansi\deff0\deftab720{\fonttbl{\f0\swiss\fcharset204 Arial;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Arial;}{\f2\fnil\fcharset2 WingDings;}}{\colortbl\red0\green0\blue0;\red255\green0\blue0;\red0\green128\blue0;\red0\green0\blue255;\red255\green255\blue0;\red255\green0\blue255;\red128\green0\blue128;\red128\green0\blue0;\red0\green255\blue0;\red0\green255\blue255;\red0\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue128;\red255\green255\blue255;\red192\green192\blue192;\red128\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue0;}\wptoolsver4\wpprheadfoot1\paperw11906\paperh16838\margl1880\margr1880\margt1440\margb1440\headery720\footery720{\*\listtable{\list\listtemplateid19690212{\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc1{\leveltext\'02\'00.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc3{\leveltext\'02\'01.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'02.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'03);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc2{\leveltext\'02\'04);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'05);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'06);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'07);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'08);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} \listid1194737}}{\*\listoverridetable{\listoverride\listid1194737\listoverridecount0\ls1}}\endnhere\sectdefaultcl{\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b FIABSP̠C, LES ...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Staple papers together instead of using paper clips because paper clips often get caught on other papers.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Never keep entire magazines in a file. 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UABSP8 t to your tax accountant.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 When you get it all back, file the large manila envelope with the most recent year first\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Most tax returns and documentation only need to be kept for seven years. Some businesses and professions need to maintain their records indefinitely. 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These might include auto repair and maintenance, business entertaining, computer equipment and supplies, continuing education, gasoline, office supplies, parking, photocopying, professional membership fees, publications, rent, telephone, etc.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Create separate folders or envelopes for each category of business expense.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Place each receipt or bill in its own folder or envelope immediately as it comes in.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Every time you put a paid receipt or bill into its folder or envelope write down how much was paid on the front of each envelope or folder.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 For tax purposes simply add up your business expenses which are listed on each folder or envelope.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Submit a list of expenses to your tax accountant. You won't have to pay them to go through all your receipts.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\fABSP3h 1\fs20\cf0\b ORGANIZING PHOTOS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Sort through boxes and eliminate poor shots.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Give away or toss photos that have little meaning to you.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep the negatives only if you think you'll need them for additional copies.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Write a brief description on the outside of the negatives' envelope.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Don't write directly on pictures. Use an acid-free adhesive label instead.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Sort photos in chronological order or by categories like "trips".\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you have many pictures of one event you may want to write a brief description of the event instead of labelling each individual picture.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Use albums with acid-free paper.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Consider using three-ring albums which allow you to add pages to them.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b SCHEDULING PAPERWORK...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 On a regular schedule, set aside at least one private hour every week for paperwork. This way you'll never get behind.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Prioritize. First do the fABSPY? HomeIW\VdVVPKPKHomeJMJM`JM}ߑ6JMJM}ߑ6`JM'. lClutter-less Holidays\VdVVPKPKClutter-less HolidaysJMJM`JM }ߑ6JMJMH}ߑ6`JM`덬&'. ABSPU inancial stuff. Pay your bills, balance your checkbooks, reconcile any investment statements. Next do any paperwork that's left. Write a note to a teacher, fill out an application form, etc.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 File everything away immediately so you don't have to deal with it again.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b REDUCING PAPER IN YOUR LIFE ...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Cut down on the number of bank accounts you have.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Reduce the number of credit cards you have to one card for personal use and one for business use.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Cancel some of your more obscure magazine and newspaper subscriptions.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Pay any bills you can by automatic deduction.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Write to the following address and ask them to remove you from their direct mail lists: Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing Association, P.O. 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Before engaging in the process of organizing, ask yourself the hard questions about your clutter:\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f2 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf2\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Are existing systems getting the job done, or are they contributing to clutter?\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Is lack of maintenance a factor?\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Are your things in their proper place, but there are simply too many things?\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Is there enough space allocated to each activity?\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Once you've taken a good look at the causes of your clutter, map out an office environment that allows you to maintain order.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Invest in adequate furniture\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Offices need a clear work area, and that means providing adequate space for computer hardware and peripheral equipment, a spot for reference materials, file space and a location for frequently referenced supplies and paper. 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If the printer is used daily, it should be within easy reach. If the CPU is only accessed for troubleshooting, it can be placed under or next to the desk. If a scanner is rarely used, it can be placed outside the work area.\par {\pntext\f2 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 When setting up hardware, be conscious of access to drives, trays, and cords. 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We can find anything we are looking for on any subject at the drop of a hat. We tend to find more information than we actually need.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Before the information age, we would go to the library and photocopy what we needed or buy a book. We had an excuse to keep files on information because it wasn\'92t so easy to find.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Now, we have all the information we need and then some at our fingertips, and yet we still print out a lot of what we find on the Internet, and keep marketing mailings because we might want to buy the product some day. We have become information hoarders.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Marketing is getting people to buy or think about buying when they don\'92t need it. The reason we keep this marketing material or download information from the Internet is because we don\'92t need it right then but we might some day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If it is seriously something that you need to have in your life, you will do the research on the Internet at the time you need it and you will find it. 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ABSP OSETS\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Items used most frequently should be on shelves at eye level.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Break alike items down into baskets.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Hang all like clothes together, i.e., skirts in one area, blouses in another.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Put shoes in boxes that are labeled or a rack where they can be easily viewed.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you haven\'92t worn it in a year, either move to a less used closet, or give away.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b OFFICES/DESKS\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Have a basic \'93desk\'94 kit available with all the items you use on a regular basis.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Have a basket for items to review, items to file, items to shred.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Mugs, jelly jars, small flowerpots are great for pens, pencils, and other supplies.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep all warranty information in a binder with sections for tv, stereo, appliances, etc.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Purchase a shredder to assure nothing with your name goes in recycling or trash.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0ABSP 8 \b WORKSHOP/GARAGE\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Store screws, nails, and bolts in see through jars. If you have a shelf, screw the tops to it so that the jar hangs below.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Mount pegboard on the wall, draw outlines of the tools to show each tool\'92s home.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep a bag with essentials to tote tools from room to room.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Hang large items from the ceiling of the garage.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep a fire extinguisher in a convenient area.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b KITCHEN\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Wire baskets and glass bowls are great to keep fruit in view for on-the-go snacks.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Double duty - while heating dinner in the microwave, take time to wipe down counters or cupboards - it\'92s easier to clean before food hardens.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Arrange kitchen so items are easily accessible while cooking.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Keep paper and pencil by the phone.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Add vertical dividers to lower cupboard to store baking sheets and pizza pans.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\ABSP1 sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b LAUNDRY\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 1.\tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\pndec\pnstart1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb}{\pntxta{.}}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Having separate bins for different colored clothes saves time on wash day.\par {\pntext\f1 2.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 A shelf above the washer and dryer is a great place for the detergent with spigots.\par {\pntext\f1 3.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Mount paper towels by the washer to wipe up spills.\par {\pntext\f1 4.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Hang a pocket shoe organizer to hold stain stick, spray starch, clothespins, etc.\par {\pntext\f1 5.\tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Have a basket for lost buttons or socks without mates. 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We can find anything we are looking for on any subject at the drop of a hat. We tend to find more information than we actually need.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Before the information age, we would go to the library and photocopy what we needed or buy a book. We had an excuse to keep files on information because it wasn\'92t so easy to find.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Now, we have all the information we need and then some at our fingertips, and yet we still print out a lot of what we find on the Internet, and keep marketing mailings because we might want to buy the product some day. We have become information hoarders.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Marketing is getting people to buy or think about buying when they don\'92t need it. The reason we keep this marketing material or download information from the Internet is because we don\'92t need it right then but we might some day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If it is seriously something that you need to have in your life, you will do the research on the Internet at the time you need it and you will find it. Trusting that the information will be available to you when you need it also means that you trust your life.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Once you trust your life you will also notice that your desk, house, and mind become clearer as a result.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If you feel more comfortable with knowing where to go for things you have found on the Internet in the past, create a Word documeABSP nt in your computer of Internet links or use your Web browser\'92s \'93Favorites\'94 to save links and easily access them later. Then when you want to research those items, you know where to find them on your computer. The only reason you should print this piece of paper out is if you don\'92t back-up your computer.}} }NPQABSP 0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Put the bill in a holding area where you can see the date.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Schedule a regular time and have a specific place to actively read through your mail and pay your bills.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Pay bills at the beginning of each week for bills that are due that week. This way you'll never have too many bills to pay at any one time and the process should be relatively quick.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Toss those extra advertising inserts that come with your bills\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 File your bills immediately after you pay them so you don't have to deal with them again.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b TAXES...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Store tax forms in a single large pocket folder\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Categorize your bills and invoices using envelopes. Make categories that are appropriate for your situation\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Subcategorize things like credit card bills into VISA bills, Mastercard bills, Discover bills, American Express bills, etc. The more you subcategorize the easier it is to find and to document later.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Label and date the outside of all envelopes\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Put the pocket folder along with all your envelopes into one larger manila envelope (remember to label it with your name and the year) and submit it to your tax accountanABSP t.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 When you get it all back, file the large manila envelope with the most recent year first\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Most tax returns and documentation only need to be kept for seven years. Some businesses and professions need to maintain their records indefinitely. Check this out before tossing your tax records.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b CHECK REGISTERS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Always date your check registers with the range of dates it includes and the range of check numbers it includes --- April 10, 1999 to September 12, 1999, check numbers 1312 to 1418.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Change registers at the end of each year even if there's room left in the register. It's just easier to keep records by year than to mix years.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 For tax documentation write in who the check is to and what the check is for.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b BANK STATEMENTS AND CANCELED CHECKS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Reconcile your statement every time you get one.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Make sure all ATM and service fees are shown on each statement.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Let the bank keep your canceled checks so you don't have to store them.\par {\pnteABSP xt\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 If you ever need to document a payment by check just ask your bank for a copy.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 If you do keep canceled checks, keep them in a separate box in numerical order. Don't keep them with the bank statements.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b HOME BUSINESS RECEIPTS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Keep your business expenses / receipts in a separate area from your household files. These might include auto repair and maintenance, business entertaining, computer equipment and supplies, continuing education, gasoline, office supplies, parking, photocopying, professional membership fees, publications, rent, telephone, etc.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Create separate folders or envelopes for each category of business expense.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Place each receipt or bill in its own folder or envelope immediately as it comes in.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Every time you put a paid receipt or bill into its folder or envelope write down how much was paid on the front of each envelope or folder.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 For tax purposes simply add up your business expenses which are listed on each folder or envelope.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Submit a list of expenses to your tax accountant. You won't have to pay them to go through all your receipts.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b ORGANIZINGABSP PHOTOS...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Sort through boxes and eliminate poor shots.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Give away or toss photos that have little meaning to you.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Keep the negatives only if you think you'll need them for additional copies.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Write a brief description on the outside of the negatives' envelope.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Don't write directly on pictures. Use an acid-free adhesive label instead.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Sort photos in chronological order or by categories like "trips".\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 If you have many pictures of one event you may want to write a brief description of the event instead of labelling each individual picture.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Use albums with acid-free paper.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Consider using three-ring albums which allow you to add pages to them.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b SCHEDULING PAPERWORK...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 On a regular schedule, set aside at least one private hour every week for paperwork. This way you'll never get behind.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Prioritize. First do the financial stuff. Pay youABSP r bills, balance your checkbooks, reconcile any investment statements. Next do any paperwork that's left. Write a note to a teacher, fill out an application form, etc.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 File everything away immediately so you don't have to deal with it again.\par }\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0\b REDUCING PAPER IN YOUR LIFE ...\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par {\pntext\f1 \tab}{{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnhang\pnindent360{\pntxtb{}}{\pntxta}}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Cut down on the number of bank accounts you have.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Reduce the number of credit cards you have to one card for personal use and one for business use.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Cancel some of your more obscure magazine and newspaper subscriptions.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Pay any bills you can by automatic deduction.\par {\pntext\f1 \tab}\ql\li360\fi-360\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Write to the following address and ask them to remove you from their direct mail lists: Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing Association, P.O. 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Instead of trying to find one huge chunk of time to tackle the whole project, find smaller time slots and work on a piece of the project. If you\'92re working on a big report, commit to a set amount of time (say 30 minutes straight, without peeking at your email) or finish one section before stopping.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Does your office need a makeover? Tackle it one file or desk drawer at a time. Do just one a day and in a week (or two) your whole office will be done. Instead of looking for an entire day to devote to the project, do it step by step.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f0\fs16\cf0 Stuck on a project? Take a break. The more drastically you can switch gears the better. If your project requires logic, do something creative for a few minutes. If you're working with a group on your project, take five and go for a walk by yourself. 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This can lift your spirit and help you become a glass-half-full person.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Listen to some uplifting music every day. \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Play classical or other inspiring music while washing dishes, doing laundry, or eating dinner to set a calm mood in the home.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Nurture your relationship with God. \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Try a bedtime family devotional. Sing a song together, say a family prayer, and take turns reading a few verses of scripture. It\'92s a great bonding time and a peaceful way to end your day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf16\b Remember our two tricks--using small chunks of time, and multi-tasking. Squeeze in a little bit every day, and do it guilt-free. 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They are cluttered with procrastination, avoidance and lack of awareness.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 We can have order in our environment and be obsessed with it. When we become obsessed with our environment and the cleanliness or neatness of it, it usually means we are avoiding doing something without necessarily being conscious of it. When that happens, we are cluttering our minds.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Feng Shui brings the seen world (our homes and offices) together with the unseen world (our thoughts, dreams, goals and aspirations). Organizing does the same thing.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 We have to look at both worlds and make sure they are in balance.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 If your environment is spotless and you still feel overwhelmed maybe you\'92re to do list (either in your mind or on paper) is too long. 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Everywhere I turn I see people separating or getting divorced, discovering new relationships, or feeling as though they have been stuck and are now ready to move forward.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 A lot of times when major transitions take place in our lives, it can feel as though everything is thrown upside down or is moving in an unexpected direction. In the large majority of cases the direction in which things turn is better than where they were headed. Most times it takes such a change to open our eyes to what is really going on in our lives, as we can\'92t see to make it happen ourselves. It is the Universe\'92s way of helping us get on the life path we need to be on in order to learn the life lessons we need to learn.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 What I would say to all of you who are going through a transition of some sort is to be open to the new path the Universe is sending you on\'97it is always a better path when you stand back and look at the big picture. We tend to get caught up in day-to-day living and become blind to what is really going on around us.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 For all of you who are going through transitions, or those who would like to move forward from where you are now, the use of Feng Shui is an excellent way to achieve those goals and to move through the transitions you are experiencing. }} }ABSPQ VV{\rtf1\ansi\deff0\deftab720{\fonttbl{\f0\swiss\fcharset204 Arial;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Arial;}{\f2\fnil\fcharset2 WingDings;}}{\colortbl\red0\green0\blue0;\red255\green0\blue0;\red0\green128\blue0;\red0\green0\blue255;\red255\green255\blue0;\red255\green0\blue255;\red128\green0\blue128;\red128\green0\blue0;\red0\green255\blue0;\red0\green255\blue255;\red0\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue128;\red255\green255\blue255;\red192\green192\blue192;\red128\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue0;}\wptoolsver4\wpprheadfoot1\paperw11906\paperh16838\margl1880\margr1880\margt1440\margb1440\headery720\footery720{\*\listtable{\list\listtemplateid19690212{\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc1{\leveltext\'02\'00.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc3{\leveltext\'02\'01.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'02.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'03);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc2{\leveltext\'02\'04);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'05);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'06);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'07);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'08);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} \listid1194737}}{\*\listoverridetable{\listoverride\listid1194737\listoverridecount0\ls1}}\endnhere\sectdefaultcl{\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Get ABSP{ in the habit of finishing the job. 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If we do part of the job, then the rest of the job has to be done later which is exactly how we become overwhelmed with our environments.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 When you bring in the mail\'85The whole job is to bring the mail in, open it, sift through it, decipher what goes and what stays, and then put the bills where they will be paid etc.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Begin looking at what the whole job entails. 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Your mental, emotional and spiritual health should be your top priority. 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It's just one less thing you'll have to worry about.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Avoid\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 banking on weekdays between 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. This is a bank's busiest time.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Make\ABSP@ plain\f1\fs20\cf0 appointments for doctors, dentists, haircuts, etc. when they first open. You'll wait the least amount of time.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Leave\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 yourself an extra 25% of time for things you do throughout the day. You never know if something unexpected comes up and it's better to leave yourself more time than less.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Make\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 a single list of personal things you need to take care of each day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Go\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 over your schedule each evening for the next day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Confirm\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 meetings an hour or two before the scheduled time.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Delegate\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 some tasks to family, staff members or professional colleagues.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Establish\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 a routine and spend a few minutes every day picking up and putting away clutter. This will save you loads of time in the long run.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Don't \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 leave things where they don't belong overnight. They will turn into clutter very quickly.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Use\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 a safety pin to keep pairs of socks together before you toss them in the hamper. This will save you time when sorting.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sABSP b0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Separate\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 gift wrap items so they don't get tangled or hard to see. 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This is a great time saver.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 }} }ABSP"/ $XX{\rtf1\ansi\deff0\deftab720{\fonttbl{\f0\swiss\fcharset204 Arial;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Arial;}{\f2\fnil\fcharset2 WingDings;}}{\colortbl\red0\green0\blue0;\red255\green0\blue0;\red0\green128\blue0;\red0\green0\blue255;\red255\green255\blue0;\red255\green0\blue255;\red128\green0\blue128;\red128\green0\blue0;\red0\green255\blue0;\red0\green255\blue255;\red0\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue128;\red255\green255\blue255;\red192\green192\blue192;\red128\green128\blue128;\red0\green0\blue0;}\wptoolsver4\wpprheadfoot1\paperw11906\paperh16838\margl1880\margr1880\margt1440\margb1440\headery720\footery720{\*\listtable{\list\listtemplateid19690212{\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc1{\leveltext\'02\'00.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc3{\leveltext\'02\'01.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'02.;}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'03);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc2{\leveltext\'02\'04);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc4{\leveltext\'02\'05);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'06);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'07);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} {\listlevel\leveljc0\levelfollow0\levelstartat1\levelspace0\levelindent360\levelnfc0{\leveltext\'02\'08);}{\levelnumbers\'01;}} \listid1194737}}{\*\listoverridetable{\listoverride\listid1194737\listoverridecount0\ls1}}\endnhere\sectdefaultcl{\pard{\ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 ManyABSPz$ of us use visual reminders as cues for tasks. 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Well, yes \'96 and no. Having cash to spend can open up a lot of possibilities in terms of our leisure time pursuits. However, creating a fun and enjoyable life doesn\'92t necessarily require lots of the green stuff.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Following are some suggestions for getting maximum pleasure out of life -- with minimal expense:\plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Go on a hunting expedition\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \'96 to your local library. Check out videos, books, CDs and audiotapes that really grab your interest. You\'92d be surprised how many entertaining, informative and interesting resources your library has -- for little or no cost.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Explore your town\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 , city or neighborhood by foot or bike. Make it a game to really get to know the area you live in by spending time in it \'96 outside of your car. 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You can usually find such events in your local newspaper\'92s Calendar of Events.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Go shopping \'91just for the fun of it\'92.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Take no money, and have fun appreciating and enjoying things without being attached to the \'91I have to have that\'92 belief.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Purchase and care for house or garden plants. \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 This can be not only satisfying and relaxing, but will also help you reestablish your primal connection to the earth and life.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Take a moment to play with your pet or a young child\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 (or your neighbor\'92s!). Invariably you\'92ll come away with more lightness and joy in your heart.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Exercise. But make it enjoyable.\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Try something different from what you\'92d typically do. Remember \'96 exercise is supposed ABSP (l to enliven - not drain - us.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\b Invite friends over for a gathering. \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Make it a potluck (for something different, try doing a Sunday brunch or afternoon tea). 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Money is a major source of stress. Some people are stressed because they dont have enough money, while others are stressed because they fear losing the wealth theyve amassed. With a sluggish job market and an all-time low in national savings, its no wonder individuals and families are stressed out.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Financial stress can lead to heart disease and high blood pressure. Stress also contributes to significant costs for American industry in the form of absenteeism, reduced productivity and workers' compensation benefits. It is estimated that stress-related disorders cost American businesses over $150 billion annually. [Stress is Problem for Most Americans, Research Alert 1996; 14(21):1.]\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 I had a client who wanted my help getting her finances in order. She told me she had all her finances in a filing cabinet, so I told her to bring all the files she had. She was stressed and embarrassed about her mess of papers. I told her my story about an accumulation of medical bills I had in the past and I could relate to her pain. With a hug and smile, we went to work.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Each file was sorted. She had lots of statements of one bill and about ten envelopes for the same bill. I consolidated one statement and one envelope that was due and tossed the rest. Previously when she looked at all those envelopes she thought she had to fill each one. As I threw old statements and old envelopes away I could see the relief on her face. She knew she had debt, but now she was beginning to feel in control. She was finally forming a picture of exactly how much debt she had, and then she could set goals for becoming deABSPt bt free.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 There is too much stress for one person alone to manage the household finances. Couples or families should work together as a team. Share the finances and set goals - weekly, monthly and yearly goals for purchases that you or your family will make.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Getting organized helps you understand your current financial situation, which is key for reaching your financial goals. But doing it together is better than tackling it alone. Financial communication in a marriage and family is vital in getting organized, removing financial stress and making life easier.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Working on your finances together, as partners and families, is a great way to learn, communicate, and grow together. When partners share the same wants, it is easier to accomplish the needs to get you there. Finances can often become the greatest source of difficulty and stressful in any relationship. 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You just prevented clutter and saved some of your hard earned cash!\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 When shopping, do you ever say \'93I can always return it"? Clutter alert!! How often do you actually end up returning these items? Instead, do these things ultimately become clutter in your closet? If you don't love it in the store, there's something wrong with it. Either it isn't exactly what you're looking for or you don't need it. Let it go ... find something better.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Clutter often results when things don't have a home or the home is inconvenient. Look around your house. What things are causing clutter? Do they have a home? Is the home convenient? For me, a chronic source of clutter was my daughter\'92s pony tail holders. They were always scattered all over the bathroom counterABSP~ . 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Over-crowded spaces made it frustrating to find things on a regular basis and created blocked, choppy energy that affected the flow of my life.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0\i What are your aspirations for the new year?\plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Are they goals in business? Do they have to do with a better love life or family life? Do you want to be more organized, creating a clear path for new ideas and self cultivation? What about the flow of money? All of these things can be blocked by excess stuff or clutter build-up.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Start by cleaning out the small spaces in your home or office first. 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Probably, but a garage has an important function in our lives. It houses our cars, bicycles, lawn mowers, camping gear, tools, and all our gigots and gadgets.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 But, what also seems to end up in our garage are things we\'92ve bought or been given that we think we might use one day, things we know we\'92ll never use but can\'92t seem to part with, and things that are broken that we might fix some day.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 A garage, like any other room of our home, represents a part of our lives. Whether it is on the left side, right side, bottom side, wrong side, or even detached, there is a connection between ourselves and our garage.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Garages, rooms, or crawl spaces underneath our home represent our past. It is always interesting to see the things that end up in that space. Have you taken a look lately?\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 There\'92s that floor lamp from your Great Aunt Edna that you would put in the living room whenever she visited but she hasn\'92t been by in two years. There\'92s that vacuum cleaner that just needs a new bag, a new belt, and a new motor. It might make a good looking floor lamp with a few minor modifications. Then there\'92s that stack of books next to that stack of magazines that might make a good bonfire for your next camping trip.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 They are all out of sight, tucked away under the house, but they are still in our lives. Sometimes those things that have served us so well, or maybe not so well, can be the hardest ABSPT; things to let go of.\par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 \par \ql\li0\fi0\ri0\sb0\sl0\sa0 \plain\f1\fs20\cf0 Material things have a certain amount of time to be in our lives. When they are not serving us anymore they can be a detriment, pulling our energy down. 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