Back-to-School Countdown Day 9
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 14, 2014
Each day in your household, the questions fly. What time is soccer practice? Do we need to buy milk? Is the family free to attend a barbecue this weekend?
Even in an age of smartphones, each household needs a one-stop location
Back-to-School Countdown Day 8
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 13, 2014
It’s not just our family that exits the door each morning during the school, it’s our stuff! Can you find what you need to get the children off to school on time each day?
Briefcases and backpacks, library books and
Back-to-School Countdown Day 7
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 12, 2014
Kindergarten teachers know a powerful organizing principle: reliable routines are the secret to a successful school day.
Well-crafted classroom routines give pupils a sense of security–and ensure that the day moves smoothly through each planned activity.
Put that organizing
Back-to-School Countdown Day 6
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 11, 2014
The start of school puts new demands on children’s bedrooms. Can the kids find clothing during the morning rush? Where will they do their homework?
To kick off a new school year from an organized home, it’s time to
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 10, 2014
You’ve heard about bulk freezer cooking–an easy method of stockpiling prepared meals in the household freezer.
Commercial meal assembly franchises like Dream Dinners®, or Let’s Dish® have popularized the concept (at a cost), but smart home cooks know that feeding the freezer is an
Back-to-School Countdown Day 5
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 8, 2014
Gearing up for a new school year? Don’t get sticker shock when shopping for school clothes!
The cost of clothing the children for a new school year can be staggering. Even clothing in good repair may no longer
Back-to-School Countdown Day 4
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 7, 2014
Back-to-school on the horizon? Here comes the paperwork!
Today in the Organized Home Back-to-School Countdown, we’re preparing for the paper flood ahead.
Each school day, children’s backpacks grow paperwork like leaves on trees. Permission slips and lunch menus. Sports rosters
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 6, 2014
Think Christmas … when it’s summertime? Sure–if you want to be prepared for a stress-free holiday season.
Starting holiday planning now makes sense … and cents! Saving ahead for holiday expenses spreads the financial demands of the Christmas season over
Back-to-School Countdown Day 3
Posted by Cynthia Ewer on August 6, 2014
The start of school brings a brisk new tempo to the household, sweeping away the sweet leisure of summer–and the first day of school can bring an unwelcome splash of busy reality.
Will you be ready? Get organized now
