from the files of Patience Oaktree, P.O.

Patience "Pat" Oaktree is the self-proclaimed most successful professional organizer in the State. Never mind that she's borderline chronically disorganized herself and can't seem to start, much less complete, some of her own projects. She uses her silent mantra of "Patience, Patience" to remind herself not to get frustrated.

Pat's newest client is Susan Huffman, whose self-righteous sister Hellen has challenged her to get, and stay, organized. Success will bring $100,000! And Susan has promised Pat a $25,000 share if she helps.

Susan and Pat both learn and have fun as they work their way through Susan's houseful of stuff, including the family china, a Wall of Food, and many home-party and late-night-TV buys.

But will their efforts meet Hellen's standards? And just who is that drop-dead handsome man who visits next door with the shiny, black Porsche?