10 Strategies for a Big Life Change
August 11, 2008 in Organize
photo by Yves Lorson
A new city.
A new baby.
A new job.
Getting married.
Going to school.
(Or maybe you’re like Andrea, planning a few at the same time.)
What can you do to prepare for a major life change?
1. Write down your plan on paper. Always keep a notebook with you for the to-do lists, phone numbers, and little things that you [...]
Water: Don’t Be Without It
August 5, 2008 in Organize
photo by steve_lodefink
Not too long ago, I came across something that mentioned having bottled water ready for emergencies. I sat there reading and thinking, “Yes, yes, very true.”
Then I realized that even though I was nodding my head in agreement, I had not done those things to prepare.
It’s time to do it.
We take water for granted, [...]
Let’s get Prepared!
August 1, 2008 in Organize
I’m a person who plans. I love making elaborate to-do lists and being inspired by new ideas.
My problem is the doing.
I tend to make long lists with idealistic goals, and by the time I’m finished with all of my planning and list-making, I’m too overwhelmed to actually do anything. For all the benefits of planning, it doesn’t [...]
Sneak Peak at August
July 21, 2008 in Organize
I’ve been thinking lately about the importance of preparation.
Not just making plans or lengthening my future project list, but taking action to be organized and ready for what comes next.
Preparation is key for me to stay organized. It’s like how my morning routine is easier, and my whole day goes better, when I start the night before. [...]
How to Organize Digital Photos (the easy way)
May 20, 2008 in Organize
I know if you’re like me, you probably have a gazillion digital photos on your computer. Maybe they’re in different folders. Maybe you even took the time to name some of them (or maybe they’re all still named DSCN_9739503). For whatever place you’re at, I promise I won’t tell you to print them out and [...]
Read more...Before the Trip Checklist
May 15, 2008 in Organize
Recently when we left to go out of town, we left the back door unlocked. Oops! It’s hard to remember everything when we’re getting ready for a trip and walking out the door. We really need a checklist.
– BEFORE THE TRIP –
2 Days Before Leaving:
Clean house
Laundry
Check if any bills need to be paid
Return library books [...]
Managing Daily Responsibilities, and Actually Doing Them
May 5, 2008 in Organize
My MacBook is my favorite tool, and my biggest distraction. I’ve been keeping my running To Do lists on the computer, but it is so easy to see the next item on the list, and then spend the next hour doing something completely different on the internet.
It’s time to switch things up. Simple Mom hosted [...]
Organized Food Storage: Restoring My Sanity in the Kitchen
May 2, 2008 in Organize
Cooking is really not my thing. Lane will get a play kitchen for her second birthday, and I am afraid that she will only know how to make a fried egg, since that’s all she sees me cook. I burn toast every time I make it, sometimes even setting it on fire. [...]
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