Retirement isn’t the endRetirement isn’t the end
The stereotype that exists in America is that old people are to be dropped off at assisted living facilities and left to fend for themselves. According to statistics, almost 5%
Author: Scott Spetalnik
works mostly behind the scenes at Conquer the Clutter, supporting Maria's efforts to make the world a neater place to live.
Scamming the ElderlyScamming the Elderly
Spring is a time for renewal. Unfortunately, it is also the time that con artists come out of the woodwork and their favorite targets are senior citizens. Oh sure, we
Spring CleaningSpring Cleaning
Last summer actress Anna Kendrick tackled the mess that was her closet and live tweeted during the process using #OrganizingDay. Because she’s a celebrity it attracted a following and was
Hoarding versus CollectingHoarding versus Collecting
As Mythbusters airs its final season reminiscing is natural. Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman have had a profound impact on science education and popular culture. They will be missed. Over
The Paperwork NightmareThe Paperwork Nightmare
There you are, lying in bed trying to sleep. You can’t seem to fall asleep and it’s not the caffeine in the coffee you had with dessert. You didn’t hear
After the Splurge, PurgeAfter the Splurge, Purge
January 6th is the twelfth day of Christmas, and it is now past. In medieval times in Christian countries, Christmas was a holy day and Twelfth Night was the holiday. Here
Getting Organized in the New YearGetting Organized in the New Year
It’s that time of year, again, time for New Year’s resolutions. In a study conducted by the University of Scranton, published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, the top 5
Preparing for the HolidaysPreparing for the Holidays
Everybody loves the holidays. There’s the feel of winter, warm drinks and sweaters, sales of all sorts, and the anticipation of holiday dinners. Everybody hates what comes with the holidays:
The importance of carsThe importance of cars
Since the dawn of time transportation has always been important. In recent decades personal transportation has become more prevalent and more important. There are many people who rely on public
Fire in Hoarder’s home on EasterFire in Hoarder’s home on Easter
Sadly, this was no April Fool joke. The news from Easter Sunday was that a woman died in her home in Cheverly, MD. She was in her 50’s or 60’s