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You can transform your photo collection by releasing all the photos that don't contribute to your story. Start by picking out all the photos with bad lighting or people with their eyes closed and tossing them. Then remove all the duplicate photos. Next, narrow down the photos of each life event. Choose only the few best quality photos for each event. Remember, throwing out photos isn’t throwing … [Read more...]

Ever notice how nature is filled with symmetry? Butterfly wings are beautifully symmetrical. Symmetry is not only soothing, it also helps create a sense of serenity. Neat and tidy environments are one way to provide ourselves inner peace. Not everyone has the organization gene though. That's okay! There is no shame in asking for help from someone who is a natural organizer. Schedule a … [Read more...]

A group of butterflies is called a kaleidoscope, or sometimes a swarm. At night they gather in tree clusters, called a roost. My Uncle Ray has spent many years researching our family genealogy, populating our family tree. I asked if he would share it and he emailed me the Family Tree Maker file he had created. It has 1,200 people that he has entered in to our extended family tree! This precious … [Read more...]

Butterflies are extremely fragile and are covered with dust-like scales that come off when they are handled. If a butterfly lands on you, you should hold still and not touch. Old printed photos are especially fragile and should be handled with care. Your body’s natural oils and moisture, as well as hand lotions, can damage your photos. You should have your old photos scanned and print inexpensive … [Read more...]

I usually advise people to avoid zig-zag organizing, but perhaps flitting about like a butterfly is more accurate. Rather than jumping around, choose one area to organize from start to finish. If you constantly flit from one batch of photos to another, you'll end up doing a little bit in a lot of different places. As a result, no one job is ever completed. It is more productive to organize one … [Read more...]

Butterflies are symbolic of more than transformation. They are considered a symbol of playfulness and joy. Our photos can bring joy too! Print (or select some printed duplicates) of your favorite photos and put them to good use spreading joy by mailing them to family members or friends. What a fantastic way to reconnect with those far away or to bring unexpected joy to someone nearby. Everyone … [Read more...]