I switched too because of how photobucket was mucking up things. I've mostly put pics in 1 main file with a couple of folders for some personal event pics. Hosta pics have name in file so are very searchable. Done nothing with tags. Keep in mind if you move files or change names, the links for posted pics in GW will be broken. Paul

Assuming you have Vista or W7 take a peek at my post on the thread below and see if that will help. DA Here is a link that might be useful: Prior Post

P.S. There is a difference between downsizing and organizing. The skill sets cross over, and many organizers are also offering downsizing services to help Boomers and their parents, but make sure you have contracted with someone who does this, to avoid wasting time. Downsizers usually offer the service of taking the stuff away after the session. If not, you need to work with them to have a system in place, otherwise you will just end up with boxes full of stuff YOU need to get rid of. From the get-go, the organizer should set up a system of categorizing stuff into piles by where it is intended to go. Goodwill, recycling, trash, domestic abuse shelter, etc. Find out what your recycling center does and does not take ahead of time. Same with domestic shelter needs, church collection services, etc. If your local library has a book sale, find out when and where they take donations. Etc., etc. Also forgot to mention, give some thought to how you do want to organize what is left. For example, I have shelving units in my bedroom, and there is a certain size and type storage container that fits on them. I have a set of spare ones too, which would have some in handy during an organizing session, instead of using off sized opaque brown boxes with the intent of later getting the right-sized clear storage containers for the stuff. Be ready to be free of what you don't want by the end of the session and have what is left all organized. This may require some pre thought and planning on your part. Or two sessions with the organizer. A short consultation visit might be best beforehand under those circumstances.

Plan the closet for your current needs, and alter it if the needs change. Elfa gives you a lot of flexibility. So, what ARE the current needs? Hanging? long or short? Party clothes, or professional work clothes, somewhat casual work, casual casual? Slacks, trousers, or jeans? shorts, skirts, dresses? Suits? Sweaters? Tees, polos, golf shirts? Button-downs or blouses? Accessories? Belts, ties, scarves? Hats, caps? Handbags, totes, briefcase? What about jewelry? Me, i had a closet where my necklaces actually hung around the closet bar conpletely tangle-free, and a chest below held the jewelry box on top for bracelets, and my dainties in the drawers. Will you want drawers in your closet for underwer and socks? Will you keep some things in the bedroom? Get thee to The Container Store or California Closets or your local closet planner with a list of what will go in the closet and how you like to store them, and they will help you come up with a solution for you. One caveat, do not let them plan hanging rods that meet in a corner. No, nope, no.