Obviously, I’m a big fan of a schedule. Without one, I wander through some days like I’m lost and unsure what to do, and then overload myself trying to do all the things at once. A schedule keeps me on track and balanced. But this is only true if Read more…
As you’re working through your Perfect Cleaning Schedule printable (You did download it, right? If not, what are you waiting for? Grab it here!), one of the hardest things for my cluttered brain to do was break down the frequency of each chore. Actually, it was more like remembering all Read more…
When it comes to cleaning house, getting started is half the battle. It feels like a never-ending job (because, well, it is!), and definitely not one that you enjoy. I’m always on the lookout for little tips, tricks, and hacks. Anything that speeds up the cleaning process and makes it Read more…
Ever felt like clutter is choking the life out of you? I’m a creative mind (a nice way of saying I’m all over the place!)- which naturally means my stuff is sprawled out everywhere. I have no less than 5 half-completed projects all over the house at any given time, Read more…
Why use a Kids Chore List Template? I’m a big fan of kids doing chores. Not just because it is taking things off my to-do list (let’s be realistic here – it’s really adding things to my to-do list!), but rather for the valuable life lessons and work ethic it is teaching Read more…
Raising kids to become functioning members of society (that live in their own house one day :)) is a job we take very seriously. For obvious reasons. One of the areas we want our kiddos to grow in knowledge and understanding is in the area of finances. We want them Read more…
We have an unspoken rule in our house – if you live here, you help with things that need to be done. When everyone is making messes, it’s unfair for one person to be stuck cleaning up after everyone. Just because our kids are little doesn’t mean they get a Read more…
Following a house cleaning schedule keeps me on track and my brain from sinking into overwhelm. As uninspiring and boring as it sounds, a schedule is what allows me to have the most freedom in my life. I can rest easy knowing everything will get done in its time, and Read more…
I’m sharing our tips on fighting the kid clutter with Julie over at Fab Working Mom Life today! I’d love to have you join the fun and conversation there! In case you didn’t know it, kids accumulate stuff like nobody’s business. Kids’ meal toys, gifts from the grandparents, birthdays, Christmas… Read more…
I know some days (ok, maybe most days), the last thing you want to do is follow your cleaning schedule. There are so many other shiny, fun things vying for your attention that sweeping or scrubbing toilets doesn’t hold a candle to. We all know these things have to Read more…