Address the Mess

What do Moms want most in life?
We thought long and hard…
We searched high and low…
World Peace? The perfect hair cut? Respectful children?
Nope.
An organized and orderly home?
Yup.

That’s why we’ve enlisted Brenda Bornstein, professional organizer, founder of the Organized Zone, and mother of two to share with you, our loyal readers, her seasonal tips on home organizing.

Here are Brenda’s favourites on getting started with your autumnal overhaul.

Front/Back Entrance: Think Cubby
(There’s a reason they have them in every kindergarten.)
Low hooks that kids can reach, a slim shelf above with labeled baskets for hats and mitts (one per child), designated mat for shoes or boots. 
Say goodbye to your summer flip flops and other warm weather gear for now (we know it’s hard).

Bedrooms: Think Boot Camp
Each bedroom needs a laundry bin, garbage basket, alarm clock, book shelf and hooks on the wall. An easy to make bed (not right against the wall) helps Mom keep the room looking tidy and allows kids to learn the all important bed making skill.

Kitchen: Think NASA Command Centre
Create a central communication area on an empty wall or inside a cupboard door for agendas, invitations, sports schedules, phone messages, shopping lists, take -out menus and important phone numbers.

The Basement: No Comment
All we can tell you is NOT to let those McDonald’s toys out of the car and into the house! More on basements in our next organizing issue…

The Organized Zone
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