Q: Take a common problem - the magazines that have been lying around for months on end. You say you have to do something about them, so you rush off to the store to buy a dozen magazine holders. It's probably best to sit down, though, and figure out which ones you actually should keep and the ones you should toss. Remember, sometimes less is more. Sometimes you can find real gems in sales like this. Many items that sellers give away for next to nothing are because they had to move and can't make use of what was in their home before. The bookshelf racks that were just right in their previous living area are now too wide in their new space. So their loss is your find in getting more organized at a fraction of the cost. Reach out to the community and earn something for yourself! The simplest thing you can do to stay organized is to put whatever hairbrush, bag, article of clothing, tool, or item away right after using it. Basically, you want to know where everything is so that you never have to waste time looking for it. Ask yourself this question: Could you tell a stranger where to find anything where you live? If not, you probably need to get more organized. Organizing things you don't need is simply a waste of precious time. It is incredible how much more in control you will feel by ridding yourself of outdated articles you're going to read "someday" or pages of notes from which pertinent action items have already been taken care of. For many of us, the reason we accumulated things is because we just don't want to take a look at it. This is a cultivated habit, however, and can be changed. What you will find with many of these items is that you can now just throw them away. So try not to be afraid of your accumulated stuff. You will feel a lot more empowered and be much more organized as a result. On your paper, you write your "to do" list for today. Keep that with you throughout the day. By the end, whatever you can't get done, gets moved to the calendar. The white board is kept for you to make scribbly notes on at any given moment. It's easy to get overwhelmed with everything we think we have to do. However, take a look at your essential and non-essential tasks -- not everything is essential. Sometimes we can think that because we are racing around like whirling dervishes that we are actually being productive. But it's usually quite the opposite. When you focus on just the top three most important tasks, the path becomes a lot more clear and achievable.
A: Organize first, buy last. Hit the yard sales. Put it away. Use the trash basket/recycling bin. Find a paper calendar, a sheet of paper and a white board. Write down your three most important tasks.

Q: If you do so, remember that you will need to let go of the past and focus on your future together. You both may want to take things slowly similar to how you did when you dated the first time. If it's yes, make sure he knows where you're coming from immediately, especially if you are truly giving your relationship another chance. It's important to be very clear, as it may be a case where he assumes that he knows how you feel, especially when it comes to him. Honesty is the key to any great relationship. If your answer is no, then you can just say "no." You don't have to offer an explanation. However, it is important to be direct with your answer. This will save you the embarrassment of him asking you again, and him the embarrassment of you saying no again. If a simple "no" doesn't seem to work, you may need to be more firm in your replies. Try saying something like, "I appreciate the sentiment, but I am not interested in giving this another try. Please stop asking me." The most important thing to keep in mind is that you need to do what is right for you. If he is making you uncomfortable by continuing to ask repeatedly, then feel free to block him from contacting you. Block his number in your phone so he can't call or text you; block him on Facebook and Gmail; and delete him from all of your other social media accounts. If he continues harassing you, tell him you will report him to the police and apply for a temporary restraining order (TPO). Whatever the outcome of your decision, take some time to ease back into the new situation whether it's a relationship together or moving forward on your own. Don't expect to jump straight back to the place you were at before you broke up. There may be trust issues or distance between you that you'll have to overcome together. Give yourself time to adjust to being together or to being on your own without him for real. These things take time, so don't beat yourself up about it if you need some time to adjust or to heal.
A: Accept the offer if you do want to go out with him again. Tell him to stop asking you. Take it slow.

Q: A couple rugs can make a welcome addition to lifeless gaps that disrupt a room's furnishings, like the vacant area in the middle of the living room or the foot of the bed. By adding rugs to these places, you can tie the room together and prevent negative space from becoming visually jarring. Start with a basic layering schemeneutral texture on bottom, fancy colors and patterns on top. Use rugs to cover awkward bare patches in front of couches, hearths and entryways. Elevated pieces like coffee tables, baker's racks, and wire shelves can look isolated when set apart by themselves. Rugs provide a useful foundation that roots floating decor with a base of delightful color and texture. The right pairing will let the eye transition seamlessly from the floor upwards. Choosing bright hues and eye-catching designs can help you refocus attention to the important parts of the room. Putting a rug under a lone chair, such as a rocker in a nursery, will dress up the area. A seating area, such as one comprised of a sofa, table, and chairs, will look more cohesive and connected if everything is anchored with a rug. Double up extra large rugs to go under an entire seating area. Stacking up your rugs can offer function as well as fashion. If your home is outfitted with high-risk flooring, such as light-colored carpet or hardwood, it could likely benefit from a defensive barrier. A dual layer of rugs will safeguard easily-damaged floors from spills, scratches and other accidents. Rugs are perfect for high-traffic areas, like the entryway of an exterior door. They can add safety to a slippery floor as well as collect mud and dust that may otherwise be tracked throughout your home. Opt for rugs with dark colors and short, neat fibers. These are generally easier to clean and won't show stains as readily. Spare hardwood and tile from from being marked up by sliding chairs or barstools.
A: Use rugs to fill in empty spaces. Lay rugs under furniture to anchor the pieces. Utilize rugs to cover and protect other surfaces.

Q: Or angry, sad or surprised if you wish! If you are in the creative mood, the circles on the antennae could be heart shaped, or star shaped. Feel free to add a background! Sky, grass or whatever you would like!
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Draw a round circle for the head, and cartoon-style eyes. Draw the antennae and the smiley mouth. Draw the body, six little legs, and that nasty stinger! Draw the stripes on its body, and the wings on it's back. Color it in, and you are done!