The answer to a more productive day? An Organized Desk!! Keeping your workspace clutter free has SO MANY advantages: 1. Increased efficiency – find what you need more quickly! 2. Increased productivity – get more done in less time. 3. Reduced stress – no more digging through a mountain of papers. 4. Find lost items…
Have you ever heard these expressions when it comes to explaining a child’s weight problem?“My son will grow into his weight.” “Food is just how we show love in our family.”“There’s just more to love when you’re bigger.” However well-intentioned these sentiments are, weight problems in childhood should not be glossed over. Children who are…
While the environment remains an important topic year round, Earth Day is a particularly good time to focus on your family’s role in creating a cleaner, greener world. First held in 1970, this holiday is now celebrated every April 22 in countries across the globe. Read on to learn how you can join the festivities!…
After too many days inside this long, cold winter, it’s time to get out and enjoy some new activities! With so much to do so close to home, every member of your family will find something they’ll love from this list of ideas. CAMPING Hocking Hills The Hocking Hills State Park Campground has been named…
[branded content] Conservation Kids, a Five Rivers MetroParks program, teaches youngsters how to confidently explore and care for the outdoors – and how to inspire others to do the same.The program takes kids through those first baby steps of exploring creeks and forests all the way to hosting nature-themed parties to share their experiences with…
Get there early, waste time in line waiting, pick up your kid first.Get there late, waste time waiting in line, pick up your kid last. Whichever path you choose, you’re stuck waiting. The carpool line at preschool is kind of like a traffic jam you voluntarily put yourself into each day. When I’m sitting in…
A cluttered refrigerator and freezer can cost you: money in food wasted in time spent looking for things. In less than an hour you can have an organized frig and freezer! LET’S GET STARTED! 1. Take EVERYTHING out! 2. Wipe everything down – start clean! 3. Toss any food items that are outdated or spoiled….
Is your office desk drawer disguised as a junk drawer? If the answer is yes, then it is time to declutter it!! No one has time to sort through a bunch or trash, receipts, pens, batteries, and other miscellaneous items just to find a paperclip! HOW TO DO IT: 1. Dump that drawer! Yes, dump…
If you love to cook you probably have an abundance of spices! These little canisters of goodness can cause quite a clutter in your cabinet. Plus, searching for the right one can take the fun out of creating a culinary masterpiece! Round all those spices up and start cooking! First, get ALL your spices together….
Getting the kids to eat healthy is a constant battle. One of my favorite things to do is make a snack area – stocked with several healthy choices. This is their Go-To place after school and before bed. To make your own pick a container: • Basket or bin on the counter or table •…
