“Overwhelming” is the word that comes to mind when we decided to downsize to half the space. “Listening” with a caring and compassionate heart was what we felt Susan heard us say with the pain of having to give up possessions. Now was the time to sort. Susan explained with understanding that giving to someone else, as a gift or a donation could give them much joy. Giving a gift is a wonderful feeling — to see the joy in the eyes of the receiver. Your favorite charity benefits and appreciates your donation. “Grateful” and a new feeling of “freedom” is what we felt when the process was finished. Thank you, Susan, for your attention to detail and tireless effort in this major transition in our lives.
Testimonial from client, PH
This is a testimonial from a client I worked with about a year ago. She has a kitchen that any chef would envy. Some of the changes she wanted was to make her food, especially snacks more accessible. With two boys you can imagine how often they come looking for something to eat. Small appliances that were occasionally used were taking up valuable space in the cabinets and drawers under the island. We relocated them to the walk-in pantry freeing up ample space for the snacks We also created at “breakfast bar”. One area that they would have all their breakfast foods within arms reach. So no more going back and forth to pantry for bagels or cereal. The toaster was positioned on the counter under the breakfast foods.
The photos are out of order but you can see the difference. Snacks easily accessible. Small appliances stored in the pantry and a breakfast bar that a busy mom enjoys.
“I’ve worked with Susan in 2 areas in my home already. Master closet and kitchen. Reorganized almost every cabinet in my kitchen, love how everything flows from small appliances, storage containers and food items that are now easily visible and not just tossed on the shelf in the pantry. She was extremely pleasant to work with and had some great suggestions!! Looking forward to working with her on decluttering more rooms in my home in the near future. Can’t beat the feeling of everything having it’s place.”
PH
Testimonial from Maureen McGowan, Educational Director at Lakeland Community Theatre
Susan Curry did an incredible job organizing our props in the Lakeland Community Theatre’s backstage area. We now have clear, labeled bins of items that are easy to access. Before Susan’s help, we had piles of costumes, props, leftover personal items, fabrics, scripts, small set pieces and various other items that all appeared to be “junk”. Susan was extremely helpful and kept an open line of communication with us throughout the process. She worked quickly and efficiently. Susan was very accommodating to our schedule and staff members. I would recommend her services to any business looking for organizing assistance
. We are so thankful for everything she has done for us.
Irma’s wake up call
I was one of the very few lucky ones that did not loose power during Hurricane Irma. That being said, we are usually the first to loose power and the last to get it restored. Sometimes it’s as if we are on a tiny island in Polk County. Just across a railroad crossing (no power lines) and right in back of an elementary school. They’ll restore power to the school but go any further for just one home? Nah, it’s just one house, we’ll come back later.
We’re at 7 days post-Irma and I still have some friends with no power. I know the power companies are working as hard as they can to get power restored but sometimes it just doesn’t seem to make any sense as to why one building has power and the one next it does not.
For those that did evacuate or let’s just say went to a friend or family member’s home what did you take? Your pets? Food and water for course. Books and games to keep your mind occupied while waiting for electricity to be restored. But what if you really had to evacuate due to storm surge or flooding. Did you consider what you would take if you could only fit your most loved possessions in your car. And you are not the only one in your car. Maybe you have your spouse and kids to include as well. I know what I would take. Photo albums for sure. Maybe my hard drive because I have about 1000 photos on it. Then we have a box with important papers such as car titles, etc. Just about everything else can be replaced. Sure there are things that I would be very sad about loosing but most things are just that…….. things, objects, stuff. Kind of makes you put your priorities in order doesn’t it?
Another thing I noticed post-Irma was the flexibility in people. We are a very demanding population with the attention span of a goldfish. I saw people just kind of shrug their shoulders when there was no bread on the shelves. Go with their second or third choice of an item if their first choice was out. People willing to wait for gasoline. People sharing their homes, their food, their generators. Too bad it takes a something bad to bring out the good side of us.
Now we just need to work on those 4-way stops at intersections that do not have signals working!