ERL can.

ERL can. ERL is an empty-nester entrepreneur looking to stay busy, healthy, useful and connected to her community.

Two people live here. They had to remove no less than 8 jars every single time they searched for something. And then rem...
09/21/2024

Two people live here. They had to remove no less than 8 jars every single time they searched for something. And then remove another 8 to look in another spot when the first attempt came up empty. Though I was impressed that nearly 90% was still perfectly edible, so I didn't throw much out, a simple re-org turned fridge frett into the joy of discovery. The 1/2 empty jars of Korean BBQ sauce or gourmet mustard became the inspiration for this week's dinners. Start with YOUR fridge when you're planning dinner. Finish something first.

Not inclined to organize your own fridge? ERL can.

This is the thing about a pantry clean-out: who in the world needs this much cumin? NOBODY. That's why going through you...
09/15/2024

This is the thing about a pantry clean-out: who in the world needs this much cumin? NOBODY. That's why going through your dry goods in the same way you clean out your fridge now and then (please say you do) is essential. Otherwise, hello pantry months. Hello food waste. Hello way too much cumin.

Can't find the time to do it yourself? ERL can.

Not great picts but you get it. A messy desk or craft area doesn't invite you in. Clean it up and you'll realize how str...
06/12/2024

Not great picts but you get it. A messy desk or craft area doesn't invite you in. Clean it up and you'll realize how strong the "pull" to get in there and write, paint, or make again is. If you can't manage to organize it, ERL can. Then you can do your thing.

Got a call today - a friend has to let their office manager go tomorrow - can I start filling in on Tues until they can ...
06/09/2024

Got a call today - a friend has to let their office manager go tomorrow - can I start filling in on Tues until they can find a replacement? Well, despite a host of small jobs and other commitments lined up, turns out I can - in part because last week I made and froze 16 twice-baked potatoes. I take cooking dinner for my family pretty seriously and would have stressed a bit about suddenly losing my planning and prep time. Having these puppies in the freezer means I can just grab some ground beef and/or some salad greens and still feel like I made dinner fresh. Think about adding some to your freezer. If you can't, ERL can. (PS anyone looking for a part-time office manager-type job?)

For anyone who has a garden or prioritizes local, seasonal produce, you know it can be hard to keep up with a banner cro...
06/07/2024

For anyone who has a garden or prioritizes local, seasonal produce, you know it can be hard to keep up with a banner crop of just about anything. So many herbs are in abundance this time of year - I just had to do something with mine. I ended up tossing all my parsley and cilantro, stems and all, into a food processor along with a bit of garlic and just enough EVOO to help it process. Thanks to a box of 1000 "portion cups" leftover from my daughters old side-gig, I portioned the puree and threw it in the freezer. Next time I saute broccoli or make a soup I'll just grab one and toss it in. Want some in your freezer? ERL can help.

My sister and I had a one-day yard sale last weekend. Though the weather cooperated and we were able to leave unsold thi...
06/06/2024

My sister and I had a one-day yard sale last weekend. Though the weather cooperated and we were able to leave unsold things outside for the evening, we still ended up with a load to Goodwill, a load to the local dump swap-shop, and one trip to the plain-old dump on Monday. But this transformation of her barn was exceptional and worth every effort! If you need help with your yard sale just ask. ERL can help..

Planning. I'm really good at it.One small thing I do is "make ahead" as much as I can. Like, I hard-boiled and marinated...
06/04/2024

Planning. I'm really good at it.
One small thing I do is "make ahead" as much as I can. Like, I hard-boiled and marinated nearly a dozen eggs to snack on or add to meals this week.

If you struggle with putting the week ahead in perspective and find yourself eating out or eating fast all the time, I can help.

Plan and organize a yard sale at your home?Give you a meal plan for the week that you can manage despite baseball and ka...
06/04/2024

Plan and organize a yard sale at your home?
Give you a meal plan for the week that you can manage despite baseball and karate every night?
Shop at local farmers markets for you?
Haul some boxes upstairs/downstairs so you can work your way through them in the comfort of your living room?
Run your stuff to Goodwill?
Set up a craft corner for your kids this summer?

ERL can.

What do you need done? Some things I can help you with:Pantry clean out.Cabinet reorganization.Light garden/yardwork.Wee...
06/02/2024

What do you need done?
Some things I can help you with:
Pantry clean out.
Cabinet reorganization.
Light garden/yardwork.
Weeding.
Craft area refresh.
Meal prep.
Meal delivery.
Child's room revival.
Fridge help. (Yichs!)
Message me for details, discussion, terms.
I can. Try me.

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