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Not as pretty as other options, but I'm disabled and for this reason I recommend using a grocery cart for the wheels. The dirty laundry can breathe until it gets rolled to the wash. Big win for me. Example: http://amzn.com/B003ES5TM4

I have the Wobble Bobble Bottle Opener by Kikkerland. Amazon Permalink: http://amzn.com/B000GH2UKU It is fun to have out and easy to find with the bright colors.

I put my ICE contact on my lock screen. I use a "who the person is to me" for the name with a picture of us together. The phone number listed is one that they don't mind having public and will always answer.

I would start with painting the walls a light tan/sand color that doesn't clash with your current colors but can also work with the wants you want to move towards. Ensure window coverings allow in as much light as possible to lighten up the rooms naturally. If you could use slip covers on the current furniture, that might be an easier transition as well.

I strongly suggest first looking at the closet and making sure you are using all the space it can offer. I always immediately switch out to double rods with a small space for long dresses, coats and wrapping paper but you might just need to raise it to give more space under if you fold more than hang. Use shelves below the hanging rods for items you will access often and, shelves above the rods for items accessed less often. Use the inside of the closet door, if you have one, with shoe pockets if you have lots of small items to keep track of.

I had a similar set up at one point. I put a sofa facing the fireplace wall with a chair in the corner and cushions for the fireplace ledge for extra seating. I had a small bench along the window to hold plants. I put a dining area where your window wall is, but that would be a great place for your piano and you could place a smaller table, that could also be used for dining or a desk, there as well.

I think I'm an engineer but I keep the vision in my head with a few measurements written down... my husband thinks I'm successfully hap hazardous.. but that's because he can't read my mind and I don't bother to show him my vision before it's done.. teehee..

I find that spending the time keeps me financially sane. I don't go overboard and I can wait until I find just the right pieces - especially if I find something to rehome versus buying new.

Plan 'n' Pack for $2? I just use the free OneNote app and have a great tool that allows me to do far more than just keep track of the packing..

Gen X here. I have many rentals in my past and have always left at least two blueberries behind. I am finally investing for container gardening which I should have started a long time ago. That is my suggestion for anyone that doesn't have a forever home: stackable pretty pots.

We currently have 4 large pretty pots for 2 blueberries, 1 kiwi and 1 rosemary perennials. We also keep pots for our annual tomato and pepper pots. This year I will start a salad garden as soon as I find the space on our limited patio space. Seattle weather is perfect for a garden if you can get enough southern exposure.