"Explorer Spirit…Servant Heart…"
Posted in ORGANIZE on Feb 7th, 2017
Our run club teamed up with a local nursing home and filled stockings for some of the residents. We had a run prior to dropping off the stockings. It was a sweet morning. I did not meet the woman I filled a stocking for, but I had fun shopping for her. Each resident filled out […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Here are a couple of items I recently made to help with home management. One is a prayer board, one a menu board, and one for lesson plans. Frames with decorative paper. Use a dry erase marker to write. I have dry erase markers that have an eraser on the lid.
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Make sure you are aware of the appropriate dosage for your children, or have a children’s version of the medication. Store all items in the master bathroom medicine chest and dispense as needed to the family. You might be able to trust your children, but there is no need to stress over having medication in […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Everything you need to create a welcome environment for your friends and family: BEDROOM Guest Bedroom Furniture: Bed, Nightstands, Lamps, Dresser Decorative art on walls 2 Sets of Bedding Pillows Alarm Clock Extra Blanket and Pillow Hangers Wastebasket Reading Light Magazine/Reading Material House Key with Important Phone Numbers Water Bottles Drinking Glasses Fresh Flowers Snacks […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
I always assumed that spring cleaning was just a matter of bumping up my regular cleaning routine, a little more thorough, doing everything within a limited time frame. However, after receiving an email from the Martha Stewart website, I learned that there is much more to spring cleaning than I thought! You can visit their site for […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Here’s what we do for a quick clean of the car’s interior: Supplies: Garbage bag, plastic bin, window wipes, all purpose cleaning wipes, hand vacuum. We set the timer for 15 minutes and race ourselves! 1) Toss everything in the bin that needs to go back into the house. Remove the bin from the car and […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Last night, I went through a bunch of magazine, tearing out recipes, organizing tips, and fashion outfits for inspiration. Halfway through, I was reminded that I broke one of my “rules”, set a time limit or risk burnout. In any task, I will set a time limit of 15 to 30 minutes. Anything that is […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
Over the years, my storage methods for ornaments has been less than stellar. I wrap them in paper towels and place them all in a large plastic bin. Chances are good there’s a casualty or two every year. This year, I decided to do it right and buy a storage system that is a ready […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
I often mention our “morning routine”. This is something we do pretty much every day with little deviation. We have a checklist posted for the boys to refer to. I often have them do one task, the come and ‘high-five’ me. This helps keep them on task. Now that the boys are a little older […]
Posted in ORGANIZE on Dec 30th, 2011
During our Cinderella Saturdays, my husband or I will tackle the toys. We use this system and it has worked well, although I must admit we have to have the kids occupied elsewhere, otherwise everything would go in bin ‘A’! (Can I get an ‘amen?) We divide the toys into three groups. A, B, C […]