Using Half of Our Garage as an Office
Ruth Ribaudo Ruth Ribaudo

Using Half of Our Garage as an Office

It’s not done, but it works. We are turning half of the garage into an office for my husband and I. When you have a small space and a large family, you have to use every square inch with intention.

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A Deep Clean and Fast Refresh of My Girls’ Room
Ruth Ribaudo Ruth Ribaudo

A Deep Clean and Fast Refresh of My Girls’ Room

In the midst of raising young children, managing a full-time business, a basement renovation, foster care, and even a surprise addition to the family, the past five years have been a whirlwind for me. With barely a moment to spare for anything beyond daily survival, the idea of decluttering and organizing my home felt like a distant dream.

However, in a recent turn of events I suddenly had a little margin and decided to tackle my eleven-year-old and five-year-old daughters' shared bedroom. It's a small space that has posed unique challenges when it comes to keeping it clutter-free. Living in a compact home has taught her that clutter simply has no place. I’ve attempted to give it a quick and cheap refresh.

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