Recently, a fellow mom asked how I organize my son's Legos? How do I get him to clean up every night? I paused and said, "I don't." Living simply does not mean perfection. Toys are not neatly stowed every night, certainly not Legos. I learned pretty quickly that organizing Legos was a losing battle but more importantly an unnecessary one. In our house, we LOVE Legos. The benefits far outweigh the clutter and pain of stepping on a brick in your bare feet! Tired of all the clutter? Join Simply Start Today! In Simply Start, you will go from unmotivated and overwhelmed about where to even start, to formulating a plan to completely transform one room in your home. The Lego Group The Lego Group makes high quality, fair trade products. So, we do not ask grandparents to stop buying them because they add clutter. Instead, we request one special set for Christmas or birthdays. Legos are a "work-horse" toy that stands the test of time. …
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3 Simple Steps to Organize Remote Controls
Take a look around your family room. Are the remote controls easy to locate? Or are they lost under a couch cushion? Remote controls also have a way of multiplying. We may get rid of an old DVD player but the remote remains. Let's declutter and organize this space today. Collect Aggregate all the remote controls from your family room. Check under the couch and inside drawers and cabinets. Address each one. If the remote operates a current device Replace the batteries. Use a label maker to provide additional information. (This can be helpful for guests and aging family members.) If the remote operates a disconnected device Remove the batteries If you own the device, tape the remote to it. Donate or Recycle unused electronics Storage Each night, I put the family room to bed before turning in myself. I fold blankets, return games to the cabinet, and stow remotes in a basket. Get in the habit of "putting to bed" the common spaces of your home …
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