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Organizing My Home... Day 1

I have been following Crystal at Money Saving Mom for close to a year now, and even though I don't have kids, most of the things she has to say really hit home for me.

Right now she is challenging her readers, and herself, to work towards a more organized home in the next 4 weeks.  Each weekday she posts a short list of things to do that will help you work towards your goals.  I have decided to challenge myself and complete her "to-do" list along with her....even though I am starting a week late due to a last minute mini-vacation last week.

Here is MSM's Day 1 Assignment & My Progress.

::Get dressed in something that makes you feel great {there’s something about dressing in clothes that make you feel great that just gives you more energy and zest for life! Get your free copy of SarahMae’s ebook, Frumps to Pumps, if you need more motivation in this.}
I got up, showered, and got dressed in my "Fight Like A Girl" shirt with the attitude that I was ready to take on the day!
::Sit down with a cup of coffee or tea and make a list of 5-10 goals for this week.

I went for hot green tea, and sat down with to make my list of goal to complete before Friday...now I just have to break them down and actually do them!
::Complete your morning routine {if you don’t have a morning routine, take some time to create one today! Read my How to Develop a Routine That Works–And Stick With It series for step-by-step help.}

I didn't have a morning routine at the beginning of the day, but I do now!  Hopefully I start every morning with my routine, and I will be on the way to forming new habits in no time!
::Set the timer for 15 minutes and quickly pick up the main living areas of your home.

All I can say is...WOW!  My living room was a mess and I was overwhelmed thinking it would take hours, but it is amazing what 15 minutes can do if you focus on the big things!
::Clean out your purse and/or diaper bag.

This was perfect timing for me.  Having just returned from a mini-vacation my purse was a mess and everything was everywhere but where it belonged!  Now I don't feel like I am carrying a bowling ball around!
::Find 7 items to get rid of today. Throw them out, stick them in a donate or garage sale box, give them to a friend who can use them, or list them on Craigslist or eBay.

I took a quick look around and noticed some old candy shot glasses that I had been holding on to...forever.  I looked at the expiration date (July 2008...ha!) so I decided that it was time to finally let go of them since I obviously wasn't using them.  7 items, quick & easy!



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