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New Roots
The start of a new year is one of my favorite times of the year. It's a cultural reset. You may or may not make resolutions or goals. You may have traditions and superstitions about moving into the new year. But we all have a way of marking the passage of time. This new year I want to focus on growing my roots. The seeds I've planted in the years before are finally growing and reaching new depths. I encourage my clients and subscribers to use this time to ground yourself into
Amanda Tollison
Dec 31, 20251 min read
Frugal and Festive
Ah the holidays. Why is gift shopping such a crucial part to the festivities? Traditionally gift giving was about gratitude. A way to say I see you and I appreciate you. In recent culture the custom has expanded into something much louder. What was once a sacred celebration has been influence by consumerist mania. I'm not here to evaluate the state of modern commercial holiday consumption. Instead, I do want to take a minute to write a grounded post on the idea of a frugal ho
Amanda Tollison
Dec 19, 20251 min read


A+ Human
I’m messy. I’m organized. I’m lazy. I’m productive. I’m human. I’m not a machine. Can you relate? Modern-day moms like me are constantly comparing ourselves. Sometimes subconsciously. Sometimes boldly. Sometimes while scrolling in our pajamas at midnight. We even put ourselves, and each other, into categories. Have you heard of a Type A mom? Have you wondered where you fall on that scale? Even just for fun? I have. I like to think of myself as a Type B+. Maybe an A- on a good
Amanda Tollison
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Welcome
First of all I want to thank you all for being here. Truly. Starting Arranging Spaces has been an amazing adventure. I've met so many wonderful people and have felt the impact this method has had on their homes and lives. I started organizing for my own family during the lockdowns. It was a time we were all reflecting inward. And I wanted my space to feel calming and functional. And now I want to share that with you. Im excited to see how Arranging Spaces can impact the commu
Amanda Tollison
Dec 13, 20251 min read
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