Mom's Tip of the Day #183

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Organization is not a gift or a talent or some elusive personality trait that only exists for the certain moms and kids. It can be learned.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #166

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Middle schoolers need to take ownership of their personal activity calendars and schedules, learning how to meet deadlines, to show up on time, and to be aware of what is required of them.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #9

Post a calendar with everyone’s activities on it. Besides keeping the family organized, it helps busy sibs stay connected with each another.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #164

Rather than constantly tripping over them, take the time to set up a place for your child’s playthings. After all, those toys are the tools of his trade: childhood!

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Mom's Tip of the Day #163

Introduce your child to File 13 (the wastebasket). An important part of organizing is knowing when to throw papers away.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #115

Explore the minimalist lifestyle. If you have two of something, give one away.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #114

Keep at least one drawer or cabinet shelf in your kitchen empty. You’ll be surprised at how good that empty space can make you feel.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #113

Children can learn to pick up their toys, unload the dishwasher, and make their beds. It takes time to teach them, but it is worth it.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #120

Take an hour or two on Saturday to cook, divide, and freeze meat and poultry for the week ahead.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #111

Try saying “no” the next time someone asks you to do something that you simply don’t have time to do, or that you don’t really want to do.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #89

Date nights with your husband are great! In the same way, it is imperative that you schedule some time with your girl friends.

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Mom's Tip of the Day #88

 Schedules can be empowering for kids. In a world where everyone else is making the decisions for them, schedules let them know what to expect next.

Mom's Tip of the Day #86

Regarding chores: Encourage your young children’s efforts—however meager—with glowing praise and gratitude, or you will continue to do it all yourself.

Mom's Tip of the Day #17

Habits create distinct boundaries for a child. Whether it is church attendance, family devotional time, or nightly bedtime prayers, children thrive on routines.

Mom's Tip of the Day #87

Are you experiencing the freedom that a schedule can bring? My best tip for you is to check out http://www.flylady.net/, a great mentor for time management and housekeeping.

Mom's Tip of the Day #17

Habits create distinct boundaries for a child. Whether it is church attendance, family devotional time, or nightly bedtime prayers, children thrive on routines.

Mom's Tip of the Day #12

Have you got scrapbooking guilt? Store photos in one place until you can get to them, along with school/church programs and other memorabilia.

Mom's Tip of the Day #9

Post a calendar with everyone’s activities on it. Besides keeping the family organized, it helps busy sibs stay connected with each another.