Home Organization

Like many Moms I like to keep a Home Organization binder. I started this about 2 years ago after reading the book Steady Days. I found that by keeping myself organized I was able to accomplish a lot more in a LOT less time, and I generally enjoyed my days more. So why is it that when I moved last year (from Kansas to North Carolina) that I stopped keeping my binder? I’m not sure what happened but somehow with all the change it fell by the wayside, along with my general feeling of well-being.

It took until we moved again just last month (just across town this time) for me to realize I needed to get that binder back in action and fast! I pulled the poor abandoned thing out of the depths of my desk and got to work on a fast revamp of its contents.

I used this adorable printable from TaiDye for my front cover-a reminder to keep prayer at the forefront of my mind through my day. I also created a Fruits of the Spirit printable for the back cover-as these are always characteristics that I try to encourage in both myself and my sons.

As for the interior of the binder I created a Weekly and Monthly Chore list and laminated them so that I can mark completed tasks with an overhead marker and reuse them over and over. There is also a Weekly To Do List, a Library List for me to keep track of the books we check out and their due dates, Dates to Remember reference list, and a Grocery List. As an extra thought I created a “Things I am Grateful for” list where I can quickly jot down the small blessings in my life, special moments with my family, or anything else I am grateful for.

My binder is far from finished but I already feel better having gotten back on track. It was so helpful before, and with a deployed husband and a third little boy on the way I really need to do everything I can to stay organized and “on top” of caring and managing our home and family needs.