It’s been raining a lot here in Northern California! A LOT!
It’s nice, but it’s prevented us from going on the afternoon walks I love so much.
Because I’ve been stuck inside on my days off of work, I’ve been trying my hardest to get organized and streamline my life a bit.
It’s been a challenge, but I have implemented a few things that have saved me.
Mondays are always my laundry day.
I never deviate from that…unless it’s Sunday and I want to get a jump start.
I have finally found a rhythm in the laundry process, and have figured out how to fold & put away Coop’s clothes in a fashion that doesn’t stress me out. His clothes are getting bigger and take up much more space than I had anticipated.
I’ve learned that it’s OK if he takes everything out of the drawers. It’s been a challenge not to get super frustrated with that. He’s a kid and he’s exploring.
I’ve also downsized handbags. I used to carry around a *Felix the Cat* bag (as I called it) full of EVERYTHING and ANYTHING I could lug around. One day while I was cleaning it out I realized that I am just LUGGING around crap that never gets used.
In order to streamline and prevent that “Oh shit! where are my keys?!” moment I’ve had so frequently the past year, I bought a lug bag.
(I’ve lost two sets of keys and don’t really want to talk about it)
I’ve also taken time to RELAX and soak in a recipe I’m about to make in the kitchen. There’s been soo many times where I haven’t read an important step/direction before it’s too late.
I start by gathering all of my ingredients FIRST.
Take a picture, take a deep breath and then go from there.
I can’t tell you how much that has helped my sanity in the kitchen.
I’ve been checking out a lot of books from the library lately. It helps me decide if I want to buy them or not.
I used to have a book fetish…which warranted a Prime Shipping membership at Amazon. But now it’s on hold.
And if I don’t feel like it’s worth a purchase, I just return it! I don’t have to make room for them somewhere in my house!
A good way to prevent clutter and overspending.
Another thing that has saved my ass these day is Soup Making.
I make big batches of soup once or twice a week and freeze the leftovers in containers.
I pull out a container for lunch and heat it up! I’ve probably already mention that.
But it’s seriously a GOOD THING. I now use veggie pulp from juicing in my soups!
This is what I’m having for lunch today. You won’t BELIEVE how many ingredients are in it!
Wanna know?
kale pulp, garlic, spinach, tomatoes, carrots & carrot pulp, celery, broccoli, beans, red potatoes & macaroni.
I’ve also dropped off household stuff & clothes at St. Vincent’s de Paul recently. At least 4 bags worth!
I was sad to find out that they don’t take toys though or sporting goods! But will find a home for them soon.
I hope to get our basement done in the next month and do a huge garage clean up. That will be awesome.
There’s this website I found recently called Simple Mom that I am TOTALLY loving.
It’s given me hope and has totally inspired me. There are great articles about organizing, money, parenting & being greener. I love it.
So, that’s all for now!
