Finally summer has arrived and, for many that means driving to cottage country to enjoy long, relaxing weekends and leave the stress of city living behind.

Going to the cottage this summer? Wyou arrive...take a good look around. Has your cottage become a holding area for all the stuff you didn't want, use or need at home? Was it easier to load all your surplus items into the car on a Friday evening and drive it out of town than it was to get rid of it in the city?

So many people decide to simplify their home and then relocate their clutter to the cottage! If you've done this, now is a great time to continue your downsizing efforts at the cottage! Start small, but start now!

1. Keep only the things you use, wear or enjoy.
2. Store "like with like".
3. Make frequently used items easily accessible.
4. Find a place for everything and keep everything in its place.