Back To School Solutions #3: Coordinating Crazy Schedules

Every family can relate to this common struggle.  Keeping track of a broad range of activities, practices, meetings, tests, and assignments can be a daunting, if not overwhelming, task.  The following are a few simple suggestions to make this part of back-to-school family life a little bit easier. Functional Family Calendar Hung conveniently on the fridge or kitchen wall, a large monthly...
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Get Organized for Christmas!

It’s hard to believe, but as of today, Christmas is only four short weeks away.  There are many professional organizers who will tell you the key to holiday happiness is beginning your preparations months in advance.  Although they may be right, I’m not a believer.  Over the years, I’ve found that about four weeks is all I need to get my Christmas under control.  The key...
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Survive Christmas – Make a Christmas Game Plan

This is a crazy time of year. It seems like there is an endless to-do list full of impossible tasks. This year I decided to hit my three biggest trouble spots head on and get organized before the craziness gets into full swing. I created these printable planners to help me keep track of all the little Christmas details. First off, I made a weekly breakdown of my tasks. Similar to my “Mom...
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