Year after year we make all sorts of New Year’s resolutions, some we stick to, however, most are quickly discarded and we return to business as usual.  There is one resolution we all need to make and definitely stick to, but tend to avoid because we hate the idea and don’t feel like adding another overwhelming task to our lives.  I am referring to finally, once and for all “getting your ducks in a row” and having a system in place that will keep them that way!  It is time to set up a simple system to organize and manage all your vital records and documents, get your emergency and life plans in place and learn life’s best practices so you will no longer feel overwhelmed or in a state of chaos.  Papervana makes it easy to stick to this resolution.

• You are welcome to do this yourself following the Papervana online tutorial
• You can sign up for a small group workshop for guidance and accountability
• You can request a small group workshop be held at your home or place of employment
• You can have one-on-one coaching in person or over the phone/Skype
• You can sign up for a webinar in the privacy of your own home or office
• You can do any of the above and also sign up for system maintenance

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I want to tell you about my mom, Margie, who is 89 years young.  She lives in New Jersey, six miles away from the Atlantic Ocean at the “Jersey Shore”.  The news of hurricane Irene coming was concerning to my brothers who also live in New Jersey and the fact that our mother would be alone during the storm in her apartment was unacceptable to all four of her adult children.  She lives on the seventh floor which is the top floor of a senior community apartment building and she normally experiences strong winds at that location so it was very concerning now that a hurricane was headed her way.  My brother, Donald, called our mom and said he was bringing a large suit case and was going to take her to our brother, David’s house which was built to withstand over 100 + mile per hour winds and was inland.  Donald instructed our mom to over pack.  Before Margie got one article of clothing packed or collected her toiletries she went for her Papervana binder with all her life’s papers and plans and had it ready to go; only then did she pack up clothing and some additional items she wanted to bring with her.  Margie knows what is important and she demonstrated her high level of preparedness when she knew to get her Papervana binder first and it was up to date and ready when she was!

Besides two caring sons, our mother raised two daughters who have followed in her very organized footsteps and now we can help others to be prepared and protected.  What a wonderful legacy of love to pass along!

September is National Preparedness Month.  Go to www.papervana.com and don’t wait another minute to take your first steps to empowerment, preparedness and peace of mind.

We are a society filled with individuals who like to accumulate “stuff”.  Yet we are not very good at managing all of our belongings since inventory control is not a skill most of us have.  Knowing what you own and being able to prove it can be vitally important during critical times in life such as moving, emergencies, disasters or for estate purposes.

Preparing a home inventory is critical for insurance coverage and claims, tax donations and estate planning, but it is also useful for moving, furniture layouts, home redecorating or renovations. Combine home inventory with your current warranties and manuals. Continue reading »