DVD Organization: How to Fit a Lot of Movies Into a Small Organized Space
We own a lot of movies.
I used to buys tons of DVDs, whether it was a yard sale, ebay, Black Friday deals, etc.That was before Redbox days and there was no video stores in our area, so it was cheaper to buy inexpensive DVDs than go to the movie theater.
But we amassed a huge collection of DVDs.Like too many.
At one point, we purchased two large DVD cases (like book cases, but narrower.)It worked out great, but it took up so much space!If we had a media room or den or some place, it would have been fine, but that massive DVD collection was in our bedroom.
But there was no peaceful bedroom with all those movies sitting there collecting dust.(Because we don’t even watch much TV anymore!)It had to go.
I did two things: 1) I seriously cut down down our collection by more than half.What I couldn’t sell on craigslist or yardsales, I donated or threw away. 2) I figured out a new way to organize our DVDs more effectively.
I tried a bunch of ideas until I finally figured out this efficient method for DVD organization that I’m going to share with you today.
Whether you have a couple dozen movies or a couple hundred, this idea for DVD organization will keep your movies nicely sorted into a small space.
It takes up so little shelf space compared to having DVDs laid out in a bookcase-type fashion and it’s so easy to scan through and find your desired movie or browse through them all.
Want to know just how much space you’ll save?
If you have more than 25 DVDs, just imagine how much room you’re going to save!
Two things to note before we get started:
1) You’ll want to sort through your DVDs and sell, donate, or toss anything you don’t want to keep.No sense hanging onto that old Baby Einstein video when your youngest is five.
2) You’ll be getting rid of most of your DVD and Blu-ray CASES.(That’s the space-saving part!)
Don’t let this stop you!I was hesitant to throw away the cases before (I was almost weirdly attached to them) until I realized something:
DVDs don’t have great resale value anymore.Have you ever tried to sell them on Craiglist or at a yardsale?You’re LUCKY if you get a $1!It’s simply not worth keeping the case and taking up room under your tv or bookcase for the off-chance you might make a buck later.
Toss it.
BUT.If you have a favorite collector’s edition movie, season box set, or Disney movies (which DO have good resale value), youcanstill keep them with cases intact.I’ll show you how to organize those DVDs too!
a small plastic bin or two for movies with cases you want to keep
I purchased several bento storage boxes and around 10 sets of movie sleeves.If you have a ton of movies like us, this system does cost some money to set up (I probably spent $100 on the movie sleeves and another $60 on Bento boxes), but it was worth every penny to have my DVDs organized so neatly and conveniently.And if you have fewer movies, it’s cheaper.(More incentive to get rid of extra movies you don’t watch!)
Friends, I’ve been using this DVD organization system for over 2 years now and I love it just as much as the first day I set it up.The bento storage boxes are super sturdy and still going strong (even with four kids whipping them out) and the sleeves have lasted quite nicely too.I haven’t bought any new movie sleeves since my initial purchase – my new rule of thumb?If we get a new movie, an old one must go.
DVD Organization Set Up:
Begin swapping all your movies to the sleeves.Each movie sleeve has two pockets for two discs – one for the main feature and a special feature disc if you want.
You have to fold the DVD or Blu-Ray insert in half in order to fit it into the sleeve.I’ve heard some people aren’t fond of this, but it never bothered me since I no longer needed to see the title on the shelf.If folding that seam in half meant saving space, I’m okay with it!
Slide the insert into the main sleeve, then slide the disc sleeve inside the middle of the insert.
Do this for all your movies.If you have a lot, pop in a movie and watch while you sort DVDs.If you’re like me, you’ll have a pile of old favorite movies you want to watch again!Organizing your DVDs is a great way to spend a relaxing, yet productive evening!
Next, you’ll sort them into your storage boxes.The bento storage boxes are theperfectsize for organizing DVDs.You can fit around 75 DVDs in each one and still be able to easily flip through them.Plus the pop-out dividers will keep your movies from sliding down to the bottom.
Depending on how many movies you have, you can have separate bento boxes for each movie category – kids, family, action, romance, comedy, etc.Or just have two – one for the kids and one for Mom and Dad’s movies.It’s up to you.
Our movies are sorted by category because we (still) have a lot and they fit nicely in our TV cabinet.I still keep a few boxed sets (myFriendscollection for example) on a shelf in my closet, but the majority of our DVDs fit exactly where we want them – by our tv.
And as for the other still-in-their-cases DVDs?I use small plastic bins (I found these at Michael’s) to store these DVDs.You could use the bento storage bins too, but the plastic bins seem to work better for the cased DVDs.
And that’s how you organize a lot of DVDs into a small space!
Looking for more ideas for how to organizesmall spaces? The Maids.com has fabulous ideas and resources you should definitely check out!
Get them talking | Slip in the real question | One last thing | See also
Lieutenant Columbo, as played by Peter Falk in the 1970s television series 'Columbo', uses a questioning technique that has been successfully adopted by more than just policemen.
Columbo uses two steps to his method: (a) Get them talking, and then (b) Slip in the real question.
Get them talking
Columbo starts with casual open questions, just to put the other person at ease and get them freely talking. His shabby dress and ambling gait signals that he is harmless. When he talks, his confused demeanor further indicates a level of apparent incompetence, confirming the first impressions of harmlessness.
He is friendly and a welcome respite from the more threatening other policemen who are often around (making this a subtle use of the good-cop, bad-cop 'Hurt and Rescue' routine). His inconsequential chatter loosens their tongues and before long they are happily engaged in distracting conversation.
Slip in the real question
When the other person is sufficiently relaxed and Columbo has achieved good bonding, he slips in a question about what he really wants to know.
One of the tricks he uses is to phrase the question indirectly. If he wants to know whether a person drives a red car, he picks up something red and talks about a car he used to have that was the same shade of red. The conversation might go something like this:
"This is a nice clock. You know, I used to have a car exactly the same color as this. Chevvy, it was."
"Hey, I've got a red Chevvy!"
"Have you? Well, you know mine was a pretty good one."
"Well mine's a '56. Special convertible!"
"There aren't too many of those around."
"Yeah, I got it from a guy down on 52nd Street."
And now Columbo has found a very useful clue without the other person every realizing that they have given the game away.
One last thing
The other variant that Columbo used, again when the other person's defenses were down, would be to add one last question just as he is leaving.
"Oh, ah, is that your cousin's car outside?"
The person being questioned has already reached closure on the session and is looking forward to the complete closure of being left alone. Columbo's question thus catches them off their guard and they answer him without thinking, just to get him out of the way.
And one last thing: 'One last thing' statements (not questions) can also be used to leave the person in a state of tension as Columbo drops a big gotcha just before he leaves (and without letting the other person achieve closure by responding).
"...oh yes, I forgot -- your cousin said he lent you the car last week."
It is one of the Bible’s many sweet and powerful promises: “Resist the devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). The question is, though, how do we do this? In very practical ways, how do we resist the devil? Thomas Brooks offers a list of ten ways the Christian can resist Satan’s temptations.
1. Be Ruled by the Word. Make the Word of God your rule and authority and live in obedience to all it says. It will keep you walking straight and guard you from all manner of temptation. “When men throw off the Word, then God throws off them, and then Satan takes them by the hand, and leads them into snares at his pleasure.”
2. Beware of Grieving the Holy Spirit. It is the Holy Spirit that gives the Christian the ability to discern Satan’s temptations and to see his hand in and behind life’s circumstances. If you grieve the Spirit, you drive off the one whose ministry involves guarding you against Satan’s attacks.
3. Labor for Wisdom. There is a great difference between knowledge and wisdom, between accumulating facts and applying Scripture to those facts so they become wisdom. It is not the Christian with the most knowledge, but the Christian with the most wisdom, who is equipped to battle Satan’s temptations.
4. Resist the First Stirring of Temptation. It is safe to resist temptation and dangerous to dabble in it. “He that will play with Satan’s bait, will quickly be taken with Satan’s hook.” God promises that we can resist temptation, not that we can resist sin once we have begun to dabble in that temptation.
5. Labor to Be Filled With the Spirit. The Spirit is a Spirit of light and power. The Spirit’s light shines bright against the darkness of sin and his power is sufficient to overcome all evil and temptation. When it comes to fighting Satan’s temptations, it is better to have a heart filled with the Spirit than a head filled with facts.
6. Keep Humble. A humble heart would rather lie in the dust than rise to prominence by sinful means; it would prefer to lose everything than to sin and be left with a guilty conscience. The humble person is neither drawn in by what Satan offers, nor terrified by his threats.
7. Be Constantly on Guard. A secure soul is a soul in a position to be led astray and ensnared. “That soul that will not watch against temptations, will certainly fall before the power of temptations.” Satan strengthens his assaults when the soul grows drowsy and careless. So be constantly on guard. “Watchfulness is nothing else but the soul running up and down, to and fro, busy everywhere; it is the heart busied and employed with diligent observation of what comes from within us, and of what comes from without us and into us.”
8. Continue Communing With God. It is as you join in communion with God that he gives you strength to resist Satan’s attacks. “A soul high in communion with God may be tempted, but will not easily be conquered. Such a soul will fight it out to the death.” Take full advantage of God’s means of grace.
9. Do Not Engage Satan In Your Own Strength. You need to draw the power, and even the desire, to resist sin from Jesus Christ and you need to do this every day. “Certainly that soul that engages against any old or new temptation without new strength, new influences from on high, will fall before the power of new temptation.” Commune with God, be on guard, be humble—do all of these things! But do not rely on them in the battle; instead, rely on Christ.
10. Pray Constantly. “Prayer is a shelter to the soul, a sacrifice to God and a scourge to the devil.” So pray and pray constantly. Tell God of your own inability to detect and respond to temptation; tell him that you are utterly dependent upon his grace; tell God that Christ’s blood has been applied to you; tell God that you are his child; ask God to deliver you from temptation for the glory of his name.
Thanks
Thanks for reading Precious Remedies Against Satan’s Devices with me. Or if you haven’t read it, thanks for indulging me with this series of articles inspired by it!
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Turmeric's 'Smart Kill' Properties Put Chemo & Radiation To Shame
The ancient Indian spice turmeric strikes again! A new study finds turmeric extract selectively and safely killing cancer stem cells in a way that chemo and radiation can not.
A groundbreaking new study published in the journal Anticancer Research reveals that one of the world's most extensively researched and promising natural compounds for cancer treatment: the primary polyphenol in the ancient spice turmeric known as curcumin, has the ability to selectively target cancer stem cells, which are at the root of cancer malignancy, while having little to no toxicity on normal stem cells, which are essential for tissue regeneration and longevity.
The study identified the following 8 molecular mechanisms by which curcumin targets and kills cancer stem cells:
Down-regulation of interleukin-6 (IL-6): IL-6 is classified as a cytokine (a potent biomolecule released by the immune system) and modulates both immunity and inflammation. It's over expression has been linked to the progression from inflammation to cancer. Curcumin inhibits IL-6 release, which in turn prevents CSC stimulation.
Down-regulation of interleukin-8 (IL-8): IL-8, another cytokine, is released after tumor cell death, subsequently stimulating CSCs to regrow the tumor and resist chemotherapy. Curcumin both inhibits IL-8 production directly and indirectly.
Down-regulation of interleukin-1 (IL-1): IL-1, a family of cytokines, are involved in response to injury and infection, with IL-1 β playing a key role in cancer cell growth and the stimulation of CSCs. Curcumin inhibits IL-1 both directly and indirectly.
Decrease CXCR1 and CXCR2 binding: CXCR1 and CXCR2 are proteins expressed on cells, including CSCs, which respond to the aforementioned cytokines in a deleterious manner. Curcumin has been found to not only block cytokine release, but their binding to these two cellular targets.
Modulation of the Wnt signaling pathway: The Wnt signaling pathway regulates a wide range of processes during embryonic development, but are also dsyregulated in cancer. Curcumin has been found to have a corrective action on Wnt signaling.
Modulation of the Notch Pathway: The Notch signaling pathway, also involved in embryogenesis, plays a key role in regulating cell differentiation, proliferation and programmed cell death (apoptosis), as well as the functioning of normal stem cells. Aberrant Notch signaling has been implicated in a wide range of cancers. Curcumin has been found to suppress tumor cells along the Notch pathway.
Modulation of the Hedgehog Pathways: Another pathway involved in embryogenesis, the Hedgehog pathway also regulates normal stem cell activity. Abnormal functioning of this pathway is implicated in a wide range of cancers and in the stimulation of CSCs and associated increases in tumor recurrence after conventional treatment. Curcumin has been found to inhibit the Hedgehog pathway through a number of different mechanisms.
Modulation of the FAK/AKT/FOXo3A Pathway: This pathway plays a key role in regulating normal stem cells, with aberrant signaling stimulating CSCs, resulting once again in tumor recurrence and resistance to chemotherapy. Curcumin has been found
in multiple studies to destroy CSCs through inhibiting this pathway.
As you can see through these eight examples above, curcumin exhibits a rather profound level of complexity, modulating numerous molecular pathways simultaneously. Conventional cytotoxic chemotherapy is incapable of such delicate and "intelligent" behavior, as it preferentially targets fast-replicating cells by damaging their DNA in the vulnerable mitosis stage of cell division, regardless of whether they are benign, healthy or cancerous cells. Curcumin's selective cytotoxicity, on the other hand, targets the most dangerous cells – the cancer stem cells – which leaving unharmed the normal cells, as we will now learn more about below.
“It was straight from Dad’s heart,” Michael said of the letter in his 2004 book, In the Words of Ronald Reagan, “Honest, old-fashioned, and wise. I cried when I read it, and I’ve read it many times in the years since then.”
Michael Reagan Manhattan Beach, California June 1971
Dear Mike:
Enclosed is the item I mentioned (with which goes a torn up IOU). I could stop here but I won't.
You've heard all the jokes that have been rousted around by all the "unhappy marrieds" and cynics. Now, in case no one has suggested it, there is another viewpoint. You have entered into the most meaningful relationship there is in all human life. It can be whatever you decide to make it.
Some men feel their masculinity can only be proven if they play out in their own life all the locker-room stories, smugly confident that what a wife doesn't know won't hurt her. The truth is, somehow, way down inside, without her ever finding lipstick on the collar or catching a man in the flimsy excuse of where he was till three A.M., a wife does know, and with that knowing, some of the magic of this relationship disappears. There are more men griping about marriage who kicked the whole thing away themselves than there can ever be wives deserving of blame. There is an old law of physics that you can only get out of a thing as much as you put in it. The man who puts into the marriage only half of what he owns will get that out. Sure, there will be moments when you will see someone or think back to an earlier time and you will be challenged to see if you can still make the grade, but let me tell you how really great is the challenge of proving your masculinity and charm with one woman for the rest of your life. Any man can find a twerp here and there who will go along with cheating, and it doesn't take all that much manhood. It does take quite a man to remain attractive and to be loved by a woman who has heard him snore, seen him unshaven, tended him while he was sick and washed his dirty underwear. Do that and keep her still feeling a warm glow and you will know some very beautiful music. If you truly love a girl, you shouldn't ever want her to feel, when she sees you greet a secretary or a girl you both know, that humiliation of wondering if she was someone who caused you to be late coming home, nor should you want any other woman to be able to meet your wife and know she was smiling behind her eyes as she looked at her, the woman you love, remembering this was the woman you rejected even momentarily for her favors.
Mike, you know better than many what an unhappy home is and what it can do to others. Now you have a chance to make it come out the way it should. There is no greater happiness for a man than approaching a door at the end of a day knowing someone on the other side of that door is waiting for the sound of his footsteps.
Love,
Dad
P.S. You'll never get in trouble if you say "I love you" at least once a day.
Turmeric is one of the most healthiest spices on earth. It has great anti-inflammatory properties that is good to treat any kind of pain. But adding 5 different ingredients together other than coconut and turmeric…makes for a real Power House Anti-Inflammatory bedtime drink. Learn how to make your own Power House Anti-Inflammatory bedtime drink on the Next Page.
Learn how to make your own anti-inflammatory turmeric and coconut milk. Check out the article we found over at Eat Local Grown.
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Turmeric milk is a traditional Indian and Ayurvedic beverage that is typically drunk before bed. Similar to what we do here in the States with warm milk before bed. Although, I never really enjoyed warm milk before bed as a kid, I sure do enjoy this delicious beverage. The warming effect it has on the body puts you right to sleep!
I chose to add ginger to my recipe to further enhance the anti-inflammatory properties (especially for the digestive tract!). Honey is optional as a sweetener…but it does also add more medicinal properties! I use coconut milk because it is full of healthy fats and contains lauric acid, antimicrobial lipids and capric acid, which have antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties.
I hope you enjoy this as much as I do!
Here is how to make this delicious healing beverage:
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (the absorption of turmeric is actually enhanced when combined with black pepper)
1″ piece of ginger sliced
raw honey to sweeten, if desired
*Note: If you have an ulcerative intestinal problem, omit the black pepper as it can be problematic with ulcers. Black pepper can even make small cuts in the bowels of people with Crohn’s disease
Directions:
In a saucepan add all ingredients (except honey, if using) and whisk to combine
Heat over medium heat until it starts to bubble
Then turn heat down to low and simmer for about 5 minutes so the flavors meld
Mangos are one of the most popular and nutritionally rich fruits in the world and are often referred to as “The King of the Fruits”. Mangos are an amazing source of vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex as well as health promoting flavonoids such as beta-carotene and alpha-carotene. Mangos are a powerful anti-cancer food and are specifically known to help prevent lung, breast, colon, prostate, blood, and oral cancers.
They are also highly beneficial in the prevention of strokes, heart disease, arthritis, cognitive disorders, respiratory diseases, and kidney disease. Mangos can help to alkalinize the whole body by helping to flush out toxic acids and rebuild the alkali reserves in the body. Mangos are packed with enzymes and are a prebiotic food, meaning they contain compounds that stimulate and feed the good bacteria in the intestines which greatly aids in digestion and assimilation.
Mangoes contain a significant amount of pyridoxine (B-6) which is vital for the synthesis of serotonin and dopamine in the brain. Pyridoxine is also essential in maintaining hormonal balance and proper immune function as well as for helping the body break down sugars, fats and proteins. Mangos are thought to help prevent insomnia and provide for a better nights sleep. In some countries mangos are eaten right before bed as a natural sleep aid.
Mangos are known to help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol due to its significant fiber, pectin, and vitamin C content. Mangos are also excellent for promoting good eyesight and helping to prevent night blindness and dry eyes. They are also wonderful for skin health and can be used both internally and externally to help clear clogged pores, eliminate pimples, and add a natural glow to the skin. Mangos are one of the worlds most versatile fruits and can be used in both sweet and savory recipes.
Consider using mango in your smoothie, salads, salsa, avocado, and vegetable dishes. Spices also pair well with mango and try experimenting with cinnamon, curry, cloves, and chili pepper to boost the flavor and nutrition of your meals. Start or end your day with a simple but delicious mango pudding. Blend 2-4 ripe mangos (peel and pit removed) in a blender or food processor until creamy and smooth.
Pour into a bowl and top with fresh berries. There are several varieties available in supermarkets throughout the year including Tommy Atkins, Kent, Yellow, Ataulfo, Keitt, and Champagne. Some are sweet and creamy while others are juicy and bright. Experiment with finding new ways to add mangos into your diet. Your body will love you for it.
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