I'll start with the big one. (The completely obvious one.)1. FocusThe content of the blog isn't going to change. It can't. The content is my recorded journey to get my home in order, and I have a very long way to go. I must stay focused on my home. Making it truly functional, welcoming for my husband and children, and consistently comfortable.I … [Read more...]
Archives for January 6, 2010
What’s YOUR best trick?
Today is a reverse Works for Me Wednesday. We're supposed to ask a question of you, the readers. So here's my question. What's your best organization trick? Now I know that some of you may have struggles in the housekeeping area if you read my blog, and feel like you don't have advice to give. Believe me, I'm there. I generally try to not give … [Read more...]
Daily Checklist
Made bed.Started the dishwasher (since I forgot to start it last night, grrr).Did 5 minute pickup.Checked bathrooms for clutter.Wiped down bathrooms (since I forgot/refused to do it last night).Made lunches (same reason as above).Hung up/put away clothes in our bedroom, including a pile of slips and pantyhose (kept because they are needed on an … [Read more...]
Daily Tasks
Today I:Made bed.Emptied dishwasher.Did a not-totally-focused-could-have-been-better pickupcleaned up kitchen (tonight)swept kitchen (tonight)Last night I: put out clotheswiped down kitchenmade luncheschecked laundryAs I type the last night list, I realize I have to go do those again right now for tomorrow. Ugh.Didn't make a list and didn't check … [Read more...]