Back to school organization tips?
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Back to school organization tips?
| Tue, 07-24-2007 - 1:09pm |
Back-to-school season always seems to mean a little bit of chaos—there's something new to do every fifteen minutes and everyone in the house is flying in all directions. What are your best tips for fighting hallway clutter, beating back the laundry, keeping the kitchen organized and stocked, and streamlining your home routines during this busy time?





We don't actually have hallway clutter in my home. Every item brought into the house is expected to be put away as soon as it comes in. Shoes, booksacs, Mack, everything must be put in it's place upon arrival.
Mail is handled simply. If it's junk it goes right into the recycle bin, a bill is written out right away and put to post, and all other papers are filed immediately.
As for laundry. It's done on a regular basis, Each person putting away their own clothings.
Stocking the kitchen is my biggest challenge. I do try to keep a running list of the things that I use regularly and keep updating it as I use things, but I often times forget to check things off.
stacy