When it comes to being a fun mom, spontaneity is critical. However, when it comes to being a functional mom a standard routine can be a lifesaver. I created this fridge cheat sheet to help me remember my basic game plan each day.

I can’t say that I’ve ever followed it exactly. In fact there are many weeks that I fail across the board. But this simple schedule at least gives me a goal to shoot for in a few of the key areas. My chart is divided into 4 sections areas: Exercise, Cleaning, Scripture Study, Dinner. Here’s what I’ve got listed:

Monday:
Treadmill, Kid Laundry & Living Room, Daily Reading, Soup/Sandwich

Tuesday:
Volleyball, Bedrooms & Linens, Ensign/Gen. Conf., Chicken

Wednesday:
Treadmill, Kitchen & Mopping, Daily Reading, Pasta

Thursday:
Weights, Grocery Shopping & Organizing, Sunday School Lesson, Breakfast Dinner

Friday:
Treadmill, Bathrooms & Adult Laundry, Daily Reading, Pizza

Saturday:
Run Outside, Car/Basement/Outdoor, YW Lesson Prep, Beef or Pork

Sunday:
Day Off, Bills & School Prep, Relief Society Lesson, OPEN

It’s a pretty basic plan, but it makes a huge difference for me. Plus, having these basic decisions made ahead of time (like having some idea of what I’m going to make for dinner) allows me to juggle the other 700 decisions we mom’s have to make on any given day. Just thought I’d pass it on.