Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Bring On the Comments...


It's been about a month since I began my cleaning/organizational tangent.


That little tangent began after picking up this cute little book at the local Christian bookstore.


A month later I can still say that I really love the principals this book lays out. It has motivated me and helped me to tweak areas of my home and areas of my own thinking in order to make things run more smoothly.


I'm not talking perfection, here. After all, the book is not called The House That Cleans Itself and Stays Perfect Without You Doing Anything Ever Again...although I would have totally bought it if that were indeed the title.


Organization requires maintenance. Dang it, but it's true. I have to make a point to put stuff back in it's newly labeled place. I have to remind my boys, pretty much every day, to hang up their coats. But at least we all know where the stuff now belongs, and that is huge!


Is everything perfect? No way. Perfection is not my goal. My kids would hate me if I required perfection...I would hate me too.


The key to an organized house is not that it looks super clean all the time...the key is that when you pick up, it goes QUICKLY, because


  1. There's not a ton of extra junk around that you just don't know what to do with (because you've sorted, pitched, and donated)

  2. Everything has a place...basically.

I love this book. I have picked it up dozens of times to re-read certain sections. There is still many ideas that I haven't implemented yet...baby steps.


I'm telling you, no matter how neat and organized you think you already are, this book has more ideas. For real. And if you're feeling overwhelmed, this book has ideas. Really good ideas.


The author Mindy Starns Clark sent me three autographed copies...all her idea, I didn't ask her to do it, she's just generous like that :)


Leave me a comment, about anything you'd like and you'll be entered! I'll pick THREE random winners tomorrow! Leave me different comments and enter yourself as many times as you like...why not?!?


Happy Organizing and Thanks Mindy! :)

Posted by Sarah@Life in the Parsonage
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200 comments:

  1. Jenny @ Words on WendhurstFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    I love to read and I love to be organized! That makes this the perfect book for me! Oh, and this is my first time commenting on your blog, love it!

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  2. Shaybplus3February 4, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    I neeeeeeddddd this book in my life. If I do not win said AWESOME GIVEAWAY! I will try to find this book in the library.

    Thanks for the opportunity Sarah!
    *Shay*
    Tigger2sch(at)aol(dot)com

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  3. HeatherFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    PLEASE let me win this book! I know that being more organized would make our tiny house seem more roomier!

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  4. Shelby-GraceFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    I tried to find this book at our library, but we live in a pretty small town, so I could not find it. So I would love to win it! Sounds like exactly what I need. Thanks for sharing:)

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  5. SarahFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    I think I need that book!! I love your blog - I love how candid you are. We need more pastor's wives like you:)

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  6. HarmonyFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:48 AM

    Sounds like a great book that I could really use! Being a pastor's wife with three boys just like me, you know exactly why! Thanks for the giveaway

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  7. Rachel MarieFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    I would love to read this book! And I need a label maker- Valentine's gift..... to myself?

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    I almost got this book in December, but panic set in as I visualized the mess I would make getting started....... the whole "it's gotta get worse before it gets better" Still makes me shudder a little bit!! :-) Maybe I could talk you into coming over and helping me with the scary parts!! LOL

    ~Mandie

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  9. TamiFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    I want this book so bad. I have looked for it every where locally. Can't find it at the library (someone stole it, can you believe that?) and at every book store around. Now I'll finish this comment with another comment so I can enter myself more than once. HEEHEE!

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  10. TamiFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    I was going to order it from Amazon today and then I saw your post. Please oh Please let me win. I need this book. Should I enter another comment? Sure! Why not?

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  11. Becca~CapturingSimpleJoysFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    I would love this book! I am constantly organizing/rearranging our little house and feel I could use some fresh ideas. When you live in a relatively small space it's a matter of sanity to keep things put away but with kids it's hard to do so! I always feel that for certain rooms there has to be a better way.

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  12. BrittanyFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    I live in a tiny little house with 2 closets. I NEED this book.

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  13. MindyFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    My goal is to be ORGANIZED in a lot of ways this year.
    I need this book, too.

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  14. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    wow...after Bible study this morning, my calendar is pretty open...i think i'll just hang around your blog all day making comments!

    if you could only see my house right now...you'd FedEx me the book for morning delivery!

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  15. PennyFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    Woo hoo, sign me up! I'm trying to be organized, but I keep FAILING!

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  16. AnneFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    I will tell ya, I could be the perfect 'before' house...but if I win, I'm not promising I'll be the perfect 'after' house...but I'll give'r a go!

    Happy Wednesday!

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  17. Jessica D.February 4, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    I'd like to think i've got it together in this area, but could always learn something new.

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  18. JennyFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    I LOVE reading your blog and staying up with what's going on in your life. I would love to read this book as I'm in the ongoing midst of another organizing spree.

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  19. Wendi@EveryDayMiraclesFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    I'm so in the middle of trying to get rid of all of that junk I don't need right now. Ugghhhh...:( It's not a fun job, but excitement at the prospect of a really organized house does compel me forward. The book sounds very helpful! :)
    Exciting stuff! :)

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    I went to buy this at Barnes and Noble and THEY DID NOT HAVE IT WHAT?!?!?! I KNOW! Call Melanie, she can vouch for the fact that my house is a wreck!!!!
    I think i scarred her (not scared, really scarred) btw Love ya woman, hope the little one feels better!!!!

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  21. LoriFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    I am a pretty organized person but lately life just seems to be spiraly out of control. There is never enough time in the day to go to work, make meals, keep the house up etc. Lately it's been more overwhelming than ever before. I would love a copy of this book. I love your blog too btw. I really like how candid and upfront you are. Have a great day!

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  22. The Organic NestFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Yay! Sign me up for this awesome book. I am moving in two weeks and would love to have a fresh start in the organization area. If you could only see my house right now. Trying to clean in the midst of the piled up boxes, my kiddos and pets are all out of sorts! ~Jenny

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  23. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Having a well maintained home lets me have freedoms. Freedoms to not worry about who might come over and see it a mess, freedom to spend extra time with my husband, and freedom to have a peace of mind each night and morning without thinking "I didn't get that done or I should have finished that". When I have a home free of clutter and dirt, my life is more at peace.
    Blessings!
    Angela

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  24. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    Sounds like a great book!!!

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  25. Katie@The Baby FactoryFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    Sarah-
    I've been following your blog "under the radar" for a few months now, and I am totally intrigued by this book! My husband and I are expecting twins this summer and I'm going to need every ounce of help I can get :) Thanks for a great, and encouraging blog! I love reading your posts!

    Katie
    (I'm friends w/ your SIL, Megan)

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  26. Be Thou ExaltedFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    I

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  27. Be Thou ExaltedFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    Need

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  28. Be Thou ExaltedFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    This

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  29. Be Thou ExaltedFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    Book

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  30. Be Thou ExaltedFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    !

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  31. AnnetteFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    What a great giveaway and it is so sweet of Mindy to give you these to give away. I am always looking for ways to better organize my home and I would love to win this book.

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    Hi, Sarah! I have been following for quite some time "under the radar" as well. You seem so real, and I love that about you. I also love the feeling of a just-cleaned house (who doesn't!) but would love to learn new ways to keep it clean and organized in less time. Thanks!

    bamandjmw@yahoo.com

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  33. LoriFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    Oh, boy! Oh, boy! This sounds like a great book, and very timely, since my house is completely destroyed after three snow days. I'm always looking for organizing tips :)

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  34. Amy AndersonFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    my husband and I are having a family meeting on Saturday to figure out how we can organize our lives better.... this would be such a great start!! please please! :)

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  35. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    3 boys.

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  36. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:02 AM

    under the age of 5.

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  37. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:02 AM

    one heroic Navy husband.

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  38. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    homemaker obsessed with organization!

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  39. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    please. please.

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  40. The Lilly PadFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    I would love to have this book. I know I will need it when we set up home-keeping again. We have a lot of things we packed that should have been gotten rid of completely. I would also love to share this with my mom while I am staying with her. She is the queen of stuff!

    Thanks Mindy and Sarah!

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  41. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Wow! This book sounds like JUST what I need! Thanks for the chance Sarah and Mindy!

    Kim in Alabama

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  42. Fergy FilesFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I am unorganized as it comes!!

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  43. Fergy FilesFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    just increasing my chances....hehe

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  44. BarbieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    I really need this book like so many other readers do!! Our house has such little storage and I really need to start sorting and donating. Oh, where to start?!!

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  45. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    I need this book!

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  46. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    I want this book.

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  47. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    I need this book.

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  48. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    I want this book.

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  49. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    Am I a cheater?

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  50. BarbieFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    Oh, I HAD to let you know, I am getting my hair cut tomorrow! I knew you would be so excited for me. :-)

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  51. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    I don't care if I am.

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  52. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    heeheehee

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  53. WindyFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    I would LOVE some new organizing ideas!

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  54. WindyFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    My sissy NEEDS some organizing ideas - she has none;)

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  55. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    I will give this book to my aunt (who also desperately wants it) if I win!

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  56. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    And yes, Tracie's a cheater. :)

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  57. jennisgFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    I don't wanna be left out of the begging and pleading - so - pick me, pick me (picture my arms waving and me squirming in my seat like a little kid at school).....

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  58. jennisgFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    By the way....maybe you should have asked for pictures of the disorganized madness... so you would see for your own eyes their is NO organization what so ever in my house so to say I need this is an understatement....

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  59. jennisgFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    P.S. Any chance their might be a chapter on kids/kids rooms? I have three maybe I will read this book to them at night before bed - ha :)

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  60. HethFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    Sign me up Chica.

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  61. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    I would love this book, does it have a chapter on husband training?!

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  62. JenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    I need this book - I feel at times like clutter is taking over this house, and my life!
    I am trying to de-clutter one room at a time, but it's slow going!
    Love your blog!

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  63. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    If I don't win I'm going to have to get the book from the library and then I will have to keep track of it and make sure it gets returned on time and whew what a nightmare...

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  64. Beth@playinwiththepaulsens!February 4, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    TRACY is a cheater!!!!!

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  65. Beth@playinwiththepaulsens!February 4, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    TRACY is a cheater!!!!

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  66. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    I believe I will be the "God ordained" winner! And he knows, I NEED it!!!!

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  67. Beth@playinwiththepaulsens!February 4, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    I can get this at the library so if I win give it to the cheater! Tracy!
    *smile*

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  68. CassandraFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Ok.I like what you said about it not being perfect. For some reason...that made it feel like it might just click with me now. Atleast it's closer to clicking....

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  69. CathyFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    I think I need this. I definitely need some ideas on how to get my house more organized.

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  70. Grateful GrammaFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Oh, please, Sarah, pick me! I NEED this book. I'm trying so hard to get rid of clutter, get organized, and clean a little more often.....well, the house needs cleaning a LOT more often. But the books piled beside the couch call me and I waste way too much time on this computer thing. I need an intervention!

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  71. HeatherFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    Pick me! Pick Me!! PICK ME!!! :)
    I can always be more organized. I used to be anal about organization but after having kids I'm lost! Organization out the window and my house is a DISASTER! I would love this book to get my house back in some order!!

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  72. MichaFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    Are foreigners allowed to participate as well??? Hope so. Being from Norway I have never seen this book before, but I would really like to read it!!
    I constantly struggle to keep the house looking decent, and would love to get some input on systems that will work, so that it´ll be easier for everyone to help putting things back in their place.

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  73. AmyFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    Do you accept bribes? Ok how about compliments? :) I love your blog, you are the coolest pastor's wife ever, you have great hair. Oh and you're beautiful. The most stunningly beautiful pastor's wife with rock star hair ;) Oh, and you're young. Pick me, pick me! :)

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  74. AmyFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    This book interests me for sure! It's true that the house and organization is a work in progress!

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  75. Heather of the EOFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    What if someone posts like a gazillion comments? Like they just have all day with nothing to do so they just keep going and going...

    :)

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  76. Heather of the EOFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    I think I'll take my own suggestion.

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  77. Heather of the EOFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    Just kidding.

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  78. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    okay...i'm back from Bible study...and alas, my house is still in the disorganized mess that i left it in this morning.

    please help!

    i just don't know where to start sometimes!

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  79. Rach@In His HandsFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Dear Random Number Thingy,
    Please choose my number.
    I desperately need this book.
    Sincerely,
    Rach@InHisHands

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  80. Rach@In His HandsFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Thanks Sarah!!!

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  81. mistyFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    i enjoying reading & i'm trying to get the house organized so this book is perfect for me.

    pick me! pick me! picke me! PLEASE!!! :)

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  82. jenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    hola

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  83. jenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    give me the book.

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  84. DarlaFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    ok, here is my comment and i will soo enjoy this book that i'm gonna win...so hip hip hooray!

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  85. jenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    seriously.

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  86. jenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    admit it, this is just your bery, bery sneaky way of hitting the 200 comment mark, isn't it?!?

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  87. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    Looks like a book I need!

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  88. jenniferFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    genius.

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  89. Huse Yo MamaFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    If I could leave a picture comment, you'd be sure to pick me. I would put up pictures of all the parts of my house that need organizing. And that picture reel would kind of double as a house tour....as, every room in my house needs this book. How sweet of her to send you three more books!

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  90. Sara@iSassFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:22 PM

    Ok Sarah are you just freakin' over all the comments?!?!?
    I so would be. I guess a lot of us want that book! I want to know what to do about the clutter on the counters!!!! That is what drvies me crazy!!! So even if I don't win, maybe you could email me what Mindy says about that?
    PS. I went to sherwin Williamas and got the Harvest paint swatch...I'm thinking it might be nice and buttery in my house;)

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  91. Sarah M.February 4, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    I'm not sure if it is too late for the drawing... I just read the post. Hey! I am happy for your clean house!

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  92. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    okay. lunch is done and i've got jade down for a nap...maybe lily and i will tackle the house during her nap.

    if not, i'll come back to leave another comment!

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  93. ElizabethFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    I want this book! Seriously, based on what you and so many others have said, it would change my life:)

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  94. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    I need all the organizing help I can get...I NEED this book!!!

    You sure do have a lot of comments.
    -FringeGirl

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  95. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    Pick me!

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  96. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    I need the book!

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  97. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    My house is a wreck!

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  98. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    I'm a Christian mom, writer, & wife who needs more time for me, less time to clean.

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  99. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    You did say we could enter as many times as we wanted, didn't you?

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  100. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    See, I really really want the book.

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  101. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    Thanks for the opportunity!

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  102. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    Have a nice day!

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  103. KellyFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    Jesus loves you.

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  104. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    Congrats to you for being sought after by an author for a give a way. I'd have been so excited if I were you!

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  105. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    The Circus needs some organization!

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  106. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    wow girl you're up to 106 so far...course Chatty Kelly is 10 of those :) (that girl seriously needs the book) what FUN! By the looks of my house right now i need the book too! Love ya!

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  107. Rach@In His HandsFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Oh my...how did I find my way back here again?

    Is it because I am procrastinating?

    No, not me. My cupboards and closets and counters are clutter free!

    I need that book. ;-)

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  108. Rach@In His HandsFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    Whoa. Chatty Kelly REALLY wants this book. BUT not as much as me. :-)

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  109. jennisgFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    Wow, this is a happening site today! Still have my fingers crossed you pick me......

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  110. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    I really need this book. I like to think I am organized but somehow I never can find things when I really need them! I have FOUR boys (plus the husband!) and so need this book. Love your blog by the way...read it every morning with my coffee!

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  111. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    i'd LOVE a copy of this!!!

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  112. LilyFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    Wow-- lots of comments. Your blog always gets tons of comments. I have no idea how you foster that. lol.

    I'd love to have a copy of this book. But if you don't choose me, I'll still read your blog b/c I think it's wonderful. Keep up the good work. :-)

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  113. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    How many entries can we enter???

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  114. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    2?

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  115. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    3?

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  116. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    4?

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  117. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    5? I am a mess. If it would help, I would send you a picture of my living room right now....it would seriously make you feel sorry for me and force your conscience to send it to me....because you're compassionate like that.

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  118. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    6? Harry says I need the book because we have the house that uncleans itself....I think the girls might be a contributing factor.....

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  119. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    I want it because I love you. Tons. And my house is a mess. Did I mention that???

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  120. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:44 PM

    Seriously. messy.

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  121. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    And because I attempt to do a deep cleaning about every month, and it still ends up the same. And I'm ready to hire a maid. But we're a little broke. and because you love me.

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  122. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    You do love me, right?

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  123. AmieFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    DUH! I know you do. This is my last entry.

    Pick Me, Pick Me!!!!!

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  124. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    sarah-you're not going to believe this, but jade is awake and my house is STILL disorganized. it couldn't have anything to do with the fact that lily and i played candyland, dora ABC and princess matching games the last two hours.

    off to the gym...and just in case my house doesn't clean itself in my absence, you've guessed it...i'll be back!

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  125. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    i'm thinking it will be around 5:30...i know the suspense was killing you...

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  126. Kaye ButlerFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    My 13 year old just told me...

    "I am only smart once a day"

    I'm pretty sure she uses that up just getting out of bed.

    Hows that for a laugh!

    Love your blog!

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  127. Kaye ButlerFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    This same teenager that is only smart once a day, has tons of ear rings and such. I need to get her organized so that my vacuum will live to see tomorrow.

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  128. Kaye ButlerFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    oh, and my husband is an avid duck hunter, which means he has shells, gloves, guns, everywhere I step, basically because he sheds everything right in the door like we have a PAID maid somewhere hiding in a closet.

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  129. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:53 PM

    I've only been a lurker but this deserves a comment!

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  130. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    or two!

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  131. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    or three?

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  132. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:57 PM

    Ok this is my last comment. If I really am meant to have this book Then it will all work out. i'll go try to clean my house now!

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  133. LuAnnFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    O.k. I need help with the little piles of paper that get left on the counter. DRives me wild!!!!!

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  134. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    I'd like

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  135. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    to win

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  136. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    this book

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  137. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    for my

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  138. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    lovely wife

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  139. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    Tammy.

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  140. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:13 PM

    I feel a little awkward being the only guy (I think) who has commented.

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  141. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    That last comment looks like (I think) I'm a guy. Hahaha

    I think I'll stop now; before I embarrass myself more.

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  142. SuzanneFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    The House That Cleans Itself and Stays Perfect Without You Doing Anything Ever Again

    Oh, how I wish there was such a thing.

    Maybe winning this book would help me get further along. I'm hoping. :-)

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  143. 12-arrowsFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:24 PM

    Oh my goodness how hilarious that so many entered more than once. You all have me laughing. I would consider myself an extremly organized person and you have my curosity piqued. So by all means enter my name.

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  144. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    You are so sweet and generous. Thank you. Very cool too that the author reads your blog. Who could blame her. you're awesome

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  145. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    I also love chatty kelly and her 40 comments on this post cracked me up :-) so I'm gonna copy her because...

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  146. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    I think that you getting more than 150 comments would just make your bloggy day...and...

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  147. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    because I really need to read this book because...

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  148. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    ever since God used therapy, Lexapro and His Truth to free me from my postpartum OCD, I've been a complete slob, in fact...

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  149. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    my husband even said that he kind of misses the OCD me...

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  150. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    The OCD me was mean...this just underscores the fact that I really need to win this book.

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  151. Mrs.Naz@BecomingMeFebruary 4, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    PS--If I win this book, I promise not to place it on my dresser and let it get piled on by junk...I promise...pinky promise.

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  152. AllisonFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:12 PM

    I would love to win this book. My house is getting uber-crowded and needs some organization! I am working from home now and have got to get on top of the projects.

    Great blog!

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  153. Colored With MemoriesFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    i'm late...

    work out conquered, dinner cooking....house...? it STILL has not cleaned itself. i need to know what the tricks are!!!

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  154. AmyFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    I am reading this book from the library. I would love to own it myself!

    Amy

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  155. JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    piles of papers in the kitchen?

    my mom says they never go away.

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  156. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    I would love to be more organized. I started hanging the jackets up so I think it's a start. But if I could know some secrets for organizing-awesome.

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  157. RachelFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    So in need of this book...2 bedroom house with two little boys and a lot of toys!!

    Love the rockstar hair...I'm taking you to the salon with me so I can get my haircut like a rockstar :)

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  158. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    i need this book soooo soooo soooo bad. so bad. bad. :)

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  159. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    i need it!

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  160. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    so gimme

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  161. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    or you can just come organize me

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  162. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:08 PM

    you are pretty good with a labeler

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  163. KodiFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:09 PM

    i'm no chatty kelly, but i think i made a valiant attempt. i guess if it's meant to be...you'll choose me! See, Chatty K didn't rhyme.

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  164. LydiaFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    Sarah...I am a desperate woman. NEED this book! Please random contest picker...choose me!! :) Thanks Sarah!

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  165. DianneFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:14 PM

    OK, I am so entered. My dust bunnies thank you.

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  166. Todd and JulieFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    First of all, I love reading your blog. You make me laugh. I appreciate your frequent testimonies of what God is doing in your life. Thanks for letting your light shine!!

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  167. Kris SorensenFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    Still the only dude in the room. awwwkward

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  168. Hall Family in MDFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    My organizational skills could be tweaked a bit...okay, a lot. Would love the book! Thanks!

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  169. Patrice and HigginsFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    I NEED this book!

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  170. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Yeah ... I need it too. Pick me.

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  171. Patrice and HigginsFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    Pick me, pick me!!

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  172. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    Hi Sarah,

    I know we've never met in real life...

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  173. Patrice and HigginsFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    I ahve been rebuking the devil all day, do you think this book will help shoo him away??

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  174. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    but if we did, it would be obvious to you that I am a neat and tidy person...

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  175. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:18 PM

    trapped inside a messy person's body!

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  176. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:18 PM

    Come set me free!

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  177. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    This Elizabeth... she loses her car keys, her bills, her phone, her purse...

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  178. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    ... Important things that you and I and Mindy Starns Clark just KNOW should not be misplaced.

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  179. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    I don't know how much more of this I can take! I know Elizabeth accepts Jesus as her personal savior... but won't you and Mindy Starns Clark be mine?!

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  180. Beth (Adventures of a Schoolmarm)February 4, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

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  181. LindsayFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    Holy SMOKES! I think you just got yourself the most comments EVER!!

    You Go girlfriend!!

    I guess the whole world needs a little more organization :)

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  182. JeniFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    Cool! I'm going to check this out no matter what. :)

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  183. CarlaFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    How do you keep up with ALL these comments?? Very cool that she sent you the copies to give away!!

    I hope I win....now that I am officially mom to *9*!!!

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  184. CarlaFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    Oh, and you should totally check out my blog!! I am having a FUN give away!!! Or, at least I think it is fun!!!

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  185. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Sarah, I wonder... Can the Random Number Generator be persuaded with wittiness? Or perhaps it might be gently wooed by a serenade...

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  186. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    Though I'm more of an upbeat, karaoke girl myself... So I dedicate this song to you and Mindy Starns Clark...

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  187. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    to be sung to the tune of "Rescue Me" made famous by the talented Aretha Franklin

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  188. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    Rescue me,
    put this book in my arms

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  189. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    Rescue me
    from Clutter's lack of charm

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  190. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    'Cause I'm messy, and I'm blue
    I need you... Clark's book, too
    Come on and rescue me!

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  191. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    Come on, Sarah, and rescue me.
    Come on, Mindy, and rescue me.
    Cause I need this book by my side.
    Can't you see that I'm messy?
    Rescue me!

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  192. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    Come on, take my house apart.
    With this book, we'll conquer every part...
    Laundry messes, kitchen too
    I need you, NG* too.
    Come on and rescue me!

    (*NG: Number Generator, name abbreviated to preserve the rhythmic integrity of the song)

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  193. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    holy cow. did you ever in your wildest dreams imagine that ONE HUNDRED and NINETY-FIVE women would comment on YOUR page JUST to get ORGANIZED!!! crazy! good thing we're not all in the same room. cat fight! ha! maybe i'll win this time:)

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  194. TiffanyFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    um yeah. so the previous comment from TODD is actually from me! oops! i'm visiting my parents and apparently was logged in under my dad...lol! but hey...now you have a man in the middle of the catfight!

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  195. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    what the heck, was I the only one with only one comment??

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  196. Elizabeth Byler YountsFebruary 6, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    please...??? ;-)

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  197. Elizabeth Byler YountsFebruary 6, 2009 at 12:40 AM

    seriously we can enter as many times as we want?

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  198. Elizabeth Byler YountsFebruary 6, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    Since i have about 50 posts in my reader...this has to be my last comment...

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  199. Kate ThaeteFebruary 6, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    i'll definitely have to look for this book! we just bought our first home and i'm looking forward to creating new habits in our new space.

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  200. UnknownFebruary 8, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    just found your site and subscribed thru my reader! thanks for this great giveaway!

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