{"id":3829,"date":"2014-06-05T06:00:37","date_gmt":"2014-06-05T11:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/?p=3829"},"modified":"2014-06-03T15:40:26","modified_gmt":"2014-06-03T20:40:26","slug":"summer-organizing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/summer-organizing\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Organizing: On the go with or without kids (Part 2)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Summer is around the corner! The fun of summer is our let it go attitude and our free spirit spontaneity. A little organization goes a long way to help summer fun.<\/p>\n

1. Each child needs a specific bag for each activity they are involved in. The bag needs to be the right size to hold what is needed for that activity, but not so big they start putting a lot of extra stuff in it. There needs to be a specific place in the house where these are kept. (destination station)<\/span><\/strong>
\n 2. Often-used items need duplicates. (like keep a small pair of scissors in the van)<\/span><\/strong>
\n 3. Prepare a ziplock bag for each child with an emergency outfit in it. (Even older children get muddy socks or spill juice or something.) Keep in the vehicle.<\/span><\/strong>
\n 4. Stock your vehicle with ziplock bag kits such as: stuff for fixing hair; sunscreen and lip balms; first aid; snacks; teeth-brushing stuff.<\/span><\/strong>
\n 5. Prepare a little tub for the trunk with picnic-type supplies such as paper towels, napkins, spoons, small paper plates. So many times, we could then hit a grocery store for some healthier snacks, and saved by not doing fast food.<\/span><\/strong>
\n 6<\/span><\/strong>. Sunglasses: For our family, it only worked to get inexpensive ones and keep duplicates. The best thing I did for myself (since I wear glasses) was to get the transition lenses so I don’t need sunglasses.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Linda B, mom of 4<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

As a schoolteacher, I enjoy having summers off! Even with increased flexibility in my schedule, it helps to plan for these summer months. Here\u2019s how I do it:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I sit down with family members and compare summer calendars. Everyone has with flight\/travel information, birthday plans and more!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I try to keep summer items in the back of the car so I\u2019m ready for any swimming pool or beach days (sunscreen, towels, bathing suit, extra flip flops)!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I use summer as a time to reorganize at home. I always tackle my desk and shred old papers. I also go through all the clothes and shoes in my closet and donate to Goodwill.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I don\u2019t over plan the summer. I like to leave some open days to fill in as the summer goes on!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Laura S.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Technology helps me keep it together \u201con the go\u201d. We always hear that we are tethered to our devices, but actually devices help me NOT be tethered to my desk! Apps like \u201cevernote” and “drop box” help me keep what I need at my fingertips. I use the calendar, alerts and alarms to let me tune into work as needed rather than 9-5. It even helps me get moving by tracking my steps and fitness. Adapting my phone to support a lifestyle that is always on the go has helped RELAX and UNTETHER from work more. I can go have fun knowing I can check in if needed remotely.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Leslie M.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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