2011 is for organizing a beautiful life.

Yes there are papers to be filed and a small stack ready for the thrift shop.  There’s also so much more – like being open to opportunities that come through the year, bettering the people we are becoming, and celebrating moments.  This year, I want to be more open to all these things.  How about you?

The idea of an organized life has already sparked new things at our home.  We’re figuring our our new roles in our home and community.  We’re actually attempting to have our taxes ready before, oh, the last minute.  And finally, I am going to learn to sew a zipper and patch the hole in Martin’s winter coat.

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I found the secret to a happier morning!  Okay, it’s not exactly revolutionary.  Yet it has completely transformed my entire day.  It’s like I’m getting up on the right side of the bed every time.  You ready?  Lean in for this one…

The kitchen gets cleaned before bed.

That’s it.  Dirty dishes get put away.  Pots get scrubbed.  Counters and sink are wiped down.

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I don’t know the secret to a perfectly happy life.  I am discovering quite a bit about how to create a happier life.  That’s what this list is all about.  Please chime in with some of your thoughts.

The deep-in-the-heart truth is that less of so many angers and more of the happy and love-filled moments is all it takes to create a good life.

This is my list.

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