It’s the first thing you see when you walk in and the last thing you touch when you walk out.

Your entryway sets the tone for your whole home. When it’s cluttered, you arrive home to friction. When it’s clear, you arrive to ease. Ten minutes right now can change how every day starts and ends for the rest of the season.

Try this:

  • Empty your coat closet or entryway of everything that doesn’t belong there.
  • Remove any summer items still lingering. Sandals, light jackets, beach bags.
  • Make sure the things you reach for daily are easy to access: your coat, bag, keys, umbrella.
  • Return only what you actually use. Put the rest away or let it go.
  • Give the floor a quick sweep and the shelf a wipe.

When you walk in tonight, notice the difference. That feeling is the whole point.

Here’s to arriving home with ease,
Kate Fehr, Clear & Simple

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