Wear what you own
I tend to wear the same articles of clothing over and over again and ignore the others so I've devised a way to reduce the likelihood of that buy turning the hangers in opposite direction once I've worn the item. Begin by placing all clothes on the rod in the normal direction. As you wear it or it is returned to the closet after being laundered, replace the hanger on the rod the WRONG way. You'll see what you've not worn recently by using this manner.
If you want to use this method to purge your closet, begin by placing all the hangers on the rod the WRONG way. As you wear an item, hang it up properly. At the end of the season, the items you have not worn can easily be seen by their hanger orientation and removed without guilt.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Closet Cleaning -Day 3-Organizing by color
Organizing your clothing by color makes items easier to find and can create other clothing combinations, stretching your clothing budget because you never though to wear THAT black sweater with those pants.I organize all my shirts by color.
I organize dresses, suits or outfits by season and style
For example I hang all summer dresses together, all casual outfits together, all shorts together. Then I organize them by color. Now it's your turn!
I organize dresses, suits or outfits by season and style
For example I hang all summer dresses together, all casual outfits together, all shorts together. Then I organize them by color. Now it's your turn!
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Closet Cleaning Day 2
Determine what direction you'll be working in (I am working Counter-clockwise and top to bottom)Set a clock for 15 minutes or if your closet is in such disarray, limit yourself to touching 15 items!
I will begin on the top shelf and REMOVE all items from a small area (remember you only have 15 minutes or 15 items)
Make a decision
KEEP THE ITEM (Putting it back where it belongs, or place it in the box if it actually belongs in a different location other than the closet).
DONATE THE ITEM (if it is hopelessly beyond repair, is greater than 2 years old and no longer fits, or you just plain hate it*)
CONSIGN THE ITEM (if it is less than 2 years old, *hated items can often be successfully consigned)
REPAIR THE ITEM (needs a button, needs to be dry cleaned or the hem tacked up)
NOT SURE (place these in a box and remove to the basement for at least 3 months or up to 12. If you haven't cracked it open looking for that favorite item, donate the entire container WITHOUT opening) WARNING: If yo open the container you have violated the 5th rule of closet cleaning and will find yourself placing half the items back into the closet, thereby nullifying all your hard work!
Doesn't it feel good? Repeat as necessary until the entire area is completed.
I will begin on the top shelf and REMOVE all items from a small area (remember you only have 15 minutes or 15 items)
Make a decision
KEEP THE ITEM (Putting it back where it belongs, or place it in the box if it actually belongs in a different location other than the closet).
DONATE THE ITEM (if it is hopelessly beyond repair, is greater than 2 years old and no longer fits, or you just plain hate it*)
CONSIGN THE ITEM (if it is less than 2 years old, *hated items can often be successfully consigned)
REPAIR THE ITEM (needs a button, needs to be dry cleaned or the hem tacked up)
NOT SURE (place these in a box and remove to the basement for at least 3 months or up to 12. If you haven't cracked it open looking for that favorite item, donate the entire container WITHOUT opening) WARNING: If yo open the container you have violated the 5th rule of closet cleaning and will find yourself placing half the items back into the closet, thereby nullifying all your hard work!
Doesn't it feel good? Repeat as necessary until the entire area is completed.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Clear your Closet
Cleaning a closet CAN be a big job, which prevents some people from ever tackling the task.
We'll break it down into manageable tasks and only spend 15 minutes a day on each task! I am a hoarder, keeping items of clothing because they were expensive or are still in good shape, not because I wear them, they still fit or they are currently in style...hence a cluttered closet. My plan will help you get more use from the items in your closet, you'll find you actually have MORE clothes than you thought you did and you'll spend less money in the future on clothes if you maintain this organizational style!
Today's step will only take you a few minutes...
Your first step is to grab some bags, boxes and containers of assorted sizes to assist you in this project.
Label these containers with the following DONATE, CONSIGNMENT, REPAIR, MOVE (as in move to another room, belongs to another person, etc.) and NOT SURE (as in not sure if I'll keep it)...
and any others you may think you'll need.
Now, adjust your thinking. You are going to clean out your closet and get rid of items that are no longer useful. You are also going to be able to stash some items aside in the event you are unsure (so your decision is reversible for a period of time).
You are going to begin tomorrow, working in one direction (you get to choose clockwise or counter clockwise, top or bottom. Think about where you'll start. You may want to work on the least difficult area first!
Monday, September 26, 2011
Fall Decorating
In 3 months Christmas will be just a memory but today it's time to prepare for the fall season. I ate Carmel apples on Saturday night--so I am ready for crisp, cooler air, sunny days and the beauty of the changing leaves.
Begin your Fall decorating today by putting out that fall wreath on your front door and adding a few mums to the pots.
Begin your Fall decorating today by putting out that fall wreath on your front door and adding a few mums to the pots.
Friday, September 23, 2011
In need of pampering
I woke up with a killer migraine this morning...so today I am going to do something nice for myself.But what?
I can't sleep in tomorrow (cross country meet, need to leave the house by 7:45am)
manicure-NO, hasn't even been 2 weeks yet
A massage would be nice but it's not in my budget this week
Flowers? dessert?, hmmm. What do you do to pamper yourself?
I 'll let you know what I come up with.
I took full advantage of this and had an iced coffee on my way home from work, took a bath, complete with a glass of wine and bubbles and then on Saturday took a nap and worked in my studio and cleaned it up (Yest, that is pampering so I can find stuff!, LOL)
I can't sleep in tomorrow (cross country meet, need to leave the house by 7:45am)
manicure-NO, hasn't even been 2 weeks yet
A massage would be nice but it's not in my budget this week
Flowers? dessert?, hmmm. What do you do to pamper yourself?
I 'll let you know what I come up with.
I took full advantage of this and had an iced coffee on my way home from work, took a bath, complete with a glass of wine and bubbles and then on Saturday took a nap and worked in my studio and cleaned it up (Yest, that is pampering so I can find stuff!, LOL)
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Make Something
All that Christmas listing made me tired! SO I need to rejuvenate myself. I think I'll make something (Maybe even a Christmas gift)!
Performing meaningful work with your hands has been proven through scientific research to flood your brain with dopamine and serotonin-the feel food neurochemicals, natures antidepressants!Our brains are wired to give a a deep sense of satisfaction when our physical effort produces something tangible and of value so that is why when we work in the garden, knit a scarf or bake cookies we feel a sense of accomplishment and happiness. The same effect can be accomplished as easily as peeling potatoes, brushing your daughters hair, folding up laundry or mowing the lawn.
The key is in doing something you value. Take a good look at what you get lost in (running, crafting, cooking?) and that is where you should start! SO if you don't care how the front lawn looks, mowing probably isn't going to be beneficial to you. A job well done will reduce your stress and help you maintain a sense of well-being. Repetitive work, like knitting also acts as a distraction from stress.
So, he next time my husband asks if I have to retreat to the basement to stamp AGAIN...I am going to tell him it if for my mental health!
Performing meaningful work with your hands has been proven through scientific research to flood your brain with dopamine and serotonin-the feel food neurochemicals, natures antidepressants!Our brains are wired to give a a deep sense of satisfaction when our physical effort produces something tangible and of value so that is why when we work in the garden, knit a scarf or bake cookies we feel a sense of accomplishment and happiness. The same effect can be accomplished as easily as peeling potatoes, brushing your daughters hair, folding up laundry or mowing the lawn.
The key is in doing something you value. Take a good look at what you get lost in (running, crafting, cooking?) and that is where you should start! SO if you don't care how the front lawn looks, mowing probably isn't going to be beneficial to you. A job well done will reduce your stress and help you maintain a sense of well-being. Repetitive work, like knitting also acts as a distraction from stress.
So, he next time my husband asks if I have to retreat to the basement to stamp AGAIN...I am going to tell him it if for my mental health!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Setting and Stretching Your Christmas Budget
I never use charge cards so I must amass the cash to pay for Christmas prior to the holiday.To accomplish this I use a variety of techniques
1) I set aside $25 each pay period of the year to use toward Christmas gifts. Since I get paid every 2 weeks that is 26 pay periods or $650.00 annually. I have this money available throughout the year so I am able to take advantage of special purchases when I see that just right gift for someone...even if it is in the dead of summer!
2) I use my debit card as a credit card. They money comes out of my account immediately but I accrue points which I then redeem for gift cards. I use the gift cards as an actual gift or use it to make gift purchases.
3) When I trade in books, movies, magazines and CDs at the used book store, I get the credit in gift cards which I then use as stocking stuffers.
4) I take advantage of get a free gift when making a purchase (I've received tote bags, household items, bath and body lotions and even a smoothie maker). ULTA and Office DEPOT are my favorite stores which offer freebies.
5) I search Walmart.com for free product offers. I find the other sites require too much information and I get spammed to death...so I avoid these.
6) I redeem all my rebates. Last year I received a $10 gift card from a beer manufacturer because I had purchased $50 in gift cards from any retailer.
7) Save all your receipts. I keep my receipts in a coupon sorter by family. Having the receipts in one place assures an item can be returned if I find it at a cheaper price or the recipient would rather exchange it for another item after the holiday.
8) I am a member of the Target Red Card DEBIT CARD program and I love it because a couple of times a year I get an additional 5% off my purchases. I try to save up my big purchases for this additional savings. The program is free, I get 5% off any purchase every time I use my Red Card debit card and I can also use manufacturer coupons.
9) I make some of my gifts using ideas I see in magazines I checkout from the library. I always try and use items I already have (as I have a LARGE stash of craft supplies). I begin saving jars and other "recyclables" in the event they can be converted into gifts or decorations.
10) Lastly, be realistic about what you can spend. If you can't afford $100 for a gift for someone...don't go into debt. With a little advance planning and creativity you can have a debt free Christmas
1) I set aside $25 each pay period of the year to use toward Christmas gifts. Since I get paid every 2 weeks that is 26 pay periods or $650.00 annually. I have this money available throughout the year so I am able to take advantage of special purchases when I see that just right gift for someone...even if it is in the dead of summer!
2) I use my debit card as a credit card. They money comes out of my account immediately but I accrue points which I then redeem for gift cards. I use the gift cards as an actual gift or use it to make gift purchases.
3) When I trade in books, movies, magazines and CDs at the used book store, I get the credit in gift cards which I then use as stocking stuffers.
4) I take advantage of get a free gift when making a purchase (I've received tote bags, household items, bath and body lotions and even a smoothie maker). ULTA and Office DEPOT are my favorite stores which offer freebies.
5) I search Walmart.com for free product offers. I find the other sites require too much information and I get spammed to death...so I avoid these.
6) I redeem all my rebates. Last year I received a $10 gift card from a beer manufacturer because I had purchased $50 in gift cards from any retailer.
7) Save all your receipts. I keep my receipts in a coupon sorter by family. Having the receipts in one place assures an item can be returned if I find it at a cheaper price or the recipient would rather exchange it for another item after the holiday.
8) I am a member of the Target Red Card DEBIT CARD program and I love it because a couple of times a year I get an additional 5% off my purchases. I try to save up my big purchases for this additional savings. The program is free, I get 5% off any purchase every time I use my Red Card debit card and I can also use manufacturer coupons.
9) I make some of my gifts using ideas I see in magazines I checkout from the library. I always try and use items I already have (as I have a LARGE stash of craft supplies). I begin saving jars and other "recyclables" in the event they can be converted into gifts or decorations.
10) Lastly, be realistic about what you can spend. If you can't afford $100 for a gift for someone...don't go into debt. With a little advance planning and creativity you can have a debt free Christmas
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
You've got your list...Now what?
OK, you've created your list of people you need to give gifts to...so now it's time to start listening to what clues they give as to possible gifts they'd enjoy. It's even OK to ask outright what they'd like as a Christmas gift! Be creative see how they spend their time, what they enjoy doing, etc. and use that as a basis of your gift list.
I find that it is best if I stick with a theme and buy everyone a gift in that "theme" each year. Last year everyone got a book as their stocking stuffer. It make it very easy to shop (I even went to the used book store and found some NEW books at reduced prices). One year everyone bought my husband a pair of under ware because he put it on his Christmas list. It was hilarious to see him open each pair (prob more fun for us than him, however!)
Here are some themes that are easy to personalize for each recipient on your list and easy to keep in your price range:
Books, magazine subscriptions
Note cards/paper products
Calendars
Ornament
kitchen gadget or tools for the guys
craft or hobby items
movies, CDs, audio books
Hand crafted gifts
Sports memorabilia, tickets, apparel
Hints: DO NOT buy weight loss or diet books, exercise equipment or housewares UNLESS the recipient has specifically requested these items! LOL
I find that it is best if I stick with a theme and buy everyone a gift in that "theme" each year. Last year everyone got a book as their stocking stuffer. It make it very easy to shop (I even went to the used book store and found some NEW books at reduced prices). One year everyone bought my husband a pair of under ware because he put it on his Christmas list. It was hilarious to see him open each pair (prob more fun for us than him, however!)
Here are some themes that are easy to personalize for each recipient on your list and easy to keep in your price range:
Books, magazine subscriptions
Note cards/paper products
Calendars
Ornament
kitchen gadget or tools for the guys
craft or hobby items
movies, CDs, audio books
Hand crafted gifts
Sports memorabilia, tickets, apparel
Monday, September 19, 2011
Make a List
You'll make your Christmas list and check it twice, three times and more over the coming months!
I use an excel spreadsheet with the following columns:
Name
Gift (idea or actually purchased)
Dollar amount
Since we also exchange stocking stuffers, I add 2 additional columns with the stocking stuffer and dollar amount.
I also color code the form (RED means it's not yet purchased or made and GREEN means I have need it. I record the dollar amount to assist with keeping me within my budget and have it self total at the bottom
NOW, make a list of anyone you give gifts too
Mother, father siblings, spouse/children the mailman, your co-workers. YES, list everyone even if you are only giving them a plate of cookies!
Print the list and keep it in your purse. When you make a purchase, record it on the form immediately. You can update the computer version periodically.
This has become an invaluable tool for me as I use it to record ideas (sometime early in the year). If I can get a bargain early in the year, also keeps me from purchasing an item for someone whose gift I already have.
I use an excel spreadsheet with the following columns:
Name
Gift (idea or actually purchased)
Dollar amount
Since we also exchange stocking stuffers, I add 2 additional columns with the stocking stuffer and dollar amount.
I also color code the form (RED means it's not yet purchased or made and GREEN means I have need it. I record the dollar amount to assist with keeping me within my budget and have it self total at the bottom
NOW, make a list of anyone you give gifts too
Mother, father siblings, spouse/children the mailman, your co-workers. YES, list everyone even if you are only giving them a plate of cookies!
Print the list and keep it in your purse. When you make a purchase, record it on the form immediately. You can update the computer version periodically.
This has become an invaluable tool for me as I use it to record ideas (sometime early in the year). If I can get a bargain early in the year, also keeps me from purchasing an item for someone whose gift I already have.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Start Thinking about...
CHRISTMAS!Christmas is just 100 days away...but who's counting (actually 99 days, 10 hours and 22 minutes)
Now is the time to begin your planning for a stress free and affordable holiday. For the next few poists, we'll explore the steps you need to take!
In the mean time...Enjoy your weekend!
Now is the time to begin your planning for a stress free and affordable holiday. For the next few poists, we'll explore the steps you need to take!
In the mean time...Enjoy your weekend!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Do something DIfferent!
A major bridge in our community was closed on Friday night because of "significant" structural cracks...this affects about 80,000 commuters daily and has resulted in 3 hour commutes, shortened tempers and heightened frustrations! I am not affected by this but feel the frustration of all the folks in my community who are impacted!
I usually drive the same way to work every day but I am going to start taking an alternate way occasionally. Changing a routine is actually healthy! It can provide the following benefits:
I was surprised when I began evaluating just how "addicted to routine I was" when I realized I always shaved my left leg first! In face, when I tried to shave the right one first I often "forgot" about the left one! That is just how confining our routines are!
Try putting your shoes on in a different order, eat using the other hand, park in an alternate spot, change your exercise routine, order something different off the menu, drive using an alternate route or shave that opposite leg first!
Let me know what you do differently!
I usually drive the same way to work every day but I am going to start taking an alternate way occasionally. Changing a routine is actually healthy! It can provide the following benefits:
- It's re-energizing
- It prevents boredom
- It can reduce stress
- You can actually learn something new
- Your brain function can be improved, you'll create new pathways
- In things like diet, exercise and work processes you can actually experience improved results
I was surprised when I began evaluating just how "addicted to routine I was" when I realized I always shaved my left leg first! In face, when I tried to shave the right one first I often "forgot" about the left one! That is just how confining our routines are!
Try putting your shoes on in a different order, eat using the other hand, park in an alternate spot, change your exercise routine, order something different off the menu, drive using an alternate route or shave that opposite leg first!
Let me know what you do differently!
Monday, September 12, 2011
Clean the MICROWAVE
I hope you had a nice weekend. Ours was buy with our Home Cross Country meet, church activities and watching 9-11 tributes.
Back to the more mundane aspects of our lives
Put one cup of water into a two cup measuring cup. Add about 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Microwave on high until water starts to boil (about 2 - 3 minutes). Let stand for another few minutes before opening the door. Remove measuring cup. Wipe down sides and bottom of microwave removing food particles. The result is a clean and clean smelling microwave. Do this one a week for the best results!
Back to the more mundane aspects of our lives
Put one cup of water into a two cup measuring cup. Add about 1/4 cup of lemon juice. Microwave on high until water starts to boil (about 2 - 3 minutes). Let stand for another few minutes before opening the door. Remove measuring cup. Wipe down sides and bottom of microwave removing food particles. The result is a clean and clean smelling microwave. Do this one a week for the best results!
Friday, September 9, 2011
What if ???
With the 10th anniversary of 9/11 just days away, my thoughts have been with the people who tragically lost their lives on that day. If I were faced with the knowledge that I had just minutes to live, who would I call and what would I say?
Today...take the time to do just that. Spend some time reflecting on those you love then, pick up the phone and call them, tell them what they mean to you--don't let any opportunity pass you by today to reach out and let them know what they mean to you. Set aside your grievances, disputes, hard feelings and estrangements--because, well, just never know.
Today...take the time to do just that. Spend some time reflecting on those you love then, pick up the phone and call them, tell them what they mean to you--don't let any opportunity pass you by today to reach out and let them know what they mean to you. Set aside your grievances, disputes, hard feelings and estrangements--because, well, just never know.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Learn your safety exits
I'm the safety officer at my place of business so I have the responsibility of making sure employees know our basic safety policies and procedures. I always get a lot of groans and "comments" when I have to review these policies...and conducting a fire drill 4 times a year has not won me any popularity awards but I believe in this wholeheartedly--That feeling was reinforced after reading the book "102 Minutes: The Untold Story of the Fight to Survive Inside the Twin Towers" by Jim Dwyer and Kevin Flynn. I was dismayed to learn that there may have been additional survivors if they had know of alternate exits.
Today, review your fire escape plan and learn the alternate exits in the places you frequent most. Make sure every family member know of at least 2 ways to exit every room in your home in the event the "most logical" path is blocked in a fire or other emergency. Any emergency can momentarily confuse us but if we are well versed in emergency response tactics (pay attention during those boring presentations) lives can be saved!
Today, review your fire escape plan and learn the alternate exits in the places you frequent most. Make sure every family member know of at least 2 ways to exit every room in your home in the event the "most logical" path is blocked in a fire or other emergency. Any emergency can momentarily confuse us but if we are well versed in emergency response tactics (pay attention during those boring presentations) lives can be saved!
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Sing all the verses to the Star Spangled Banner
Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars thru the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.
Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
On the shore, dimly seen through the mists of the deep,
Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,
What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,
As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses?
Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,
In full glory reflected now shines in the stream:
'Tis the star-spangled banner! Oh long may it wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
And where is that band who so vauntingly swore
That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion,
A home and a country should leave us no more!
Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps' pollution.
No refuge could save the hireling and slave
From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave:
And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Oh! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand
Between their loved home and the war's desolation!
Blest with victory and peace, may the heav'n rescued land
Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation.
Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
And this be our motto: "In God is our trust."
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars thru the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.
Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
On the shore, dimly seen through the mists of the deep,
Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,
What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,
As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses?
Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,
In full glory reflected now shines in the stream:
'Tis the star-spangled banner! Oh long may it wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
And where is that band who so vauntingly swore
That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion,
A home and a country should leave us no more!
Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps' pollution.
No refuge could save the hireling and slave
From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave:
And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Oh! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand
Between their loved home and the war's desolation!
Blest with victory and peace, may the heav'n rescued land
Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation.
Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
And this be our motto: "In God is our trust."
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Pay a Tribute
Remembering 9-11
Peruse the website http://www.calltocompassion.com/share-your-story/?source=paid&utm_source=CTC-story&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=memorial-ad3&utm_campaign=CTC2011
to find an event schedule, post your story or read those of others.
Peruse the website http://www.calltocompassion.com/share-your-story/?source=paid&utm_source=CTC-story&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=memorial-ad3&utm_campaign=CTC2011
to find an event schedule, post your story or read those of others.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Commemorating September 11
“Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children. “
- President George W. Bush, November 11, 2001
Eleven Suggestions on how to Commemorate September 11th
1) Fly an American Flag
2) Attend a worship service.
3) Perform an act of service in honor or memory of those impacted by the events of September 11
4) Take cookies to your local firehouse as a way of a thank you for their service
5) Call a loved one and tell them what they mean to you
6) Listen to Patriotic songs
7) Spend time in prayer--for our nation, our leaders and that the world can live in peace.
8) Hug someone
9) Donate blood
10) Wear red, whote and blue
11) Read the 9/11 Commission Report.
- President George W. Bush, November 11, 2001
Eleven Suggestions on how to Commemorate September 11th
1) Fly an American Flag
2) Attend a worship service.
3) Perform an act of service in honor or memory of those impacted by the events of September 11
4) Take cookies to your local firehouse as a way of a thank you for their service
5) Call a loved one and tell them what they mean to you
6) Listen to Patriotic songs
7) Spend time in prayer--for our nation, our leaders and that the world can live in peace.
8) Hug someone
9) Donate blood
10) Wear red, whote and blue
11) Read the 9/11 Commission Report.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Read the Bill of Rights
Here is a list of the Bill of Rights:
- First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
- Second Amendment: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
- Third Amendment: No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
- Fourth Amendment: The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
- Fifth Amendment: No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
- Sixth Amendment: In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.
- Seventh Amendment: In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
- Eighth Amendment: Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
- Ninth Amendment: The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
- Tenth Amendment: The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
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