The Art of Organization - aka List Making

Since I have been neglectful of blogging I thought that I would put that on my “TO DO” list. And since I have a list it seemed logical that I should blog about list making. This morning was a good day to do that since my hubby would be away for a few days and my list may take more than a few hours. So here it goes for anyone who has never made a list, please take note that I am the self proclaimed "queen of list making".

1. When making a list, count that as one of the things to check off. That way you have a check or mark-thru on the first job.It is important to check off as you go. It is permissible to list one or two jobs that you did the day before (ie: laundry or Facebook). Now you automatically have 3 things marked off your list. (You will begin with a feeling of accomplishment and may even feel a bit tired and need to sit for a few minutes and enjoy a glass of tea. Your beverage choice depends on the time of the day, but as my friend Mary wrote, “Its FIVE o’clock somewhere.”)



This is NEW CLUTTER or "Pile It" training

2. Warn any residents of your home that you are working on your “TO DO” organize list. They may not recognize the new clutter from the organized chaos that they see on a daily basis.
3. Please understand that if you are working on a “TO DO” list that includes projects more than a few months (12) old that there will be a “Storm before the CALM”.  As I took photos of my “PILES” I had to admit some projects are older than 12 months. Oh well!
4. What appears to be total chaos is actually called sorting or “Pile It” license. Most people will not get your “piling” system, but you will. So when your friends call, tell them that you are working or your “Pile It’s License”. It is bound to impress them.
5. After an hour or two into the project you might need to gather more sorting boxes. Remember to use a LARGE marker to help identify the piles. Piles tend to blend so beware. 



Paper boxes are great for sorting and storing

6. Remember that your throw away box needs to be larger than your "KEEP" boxes!
7. Don’t rush the process because from experience, I have learned that there is always another “TO DO” list waiting for me.
8. As you continue this process, mark off the jobs that you completed. It is allowable to add to the list jobs that you completed but failed to put on the list. Remember to check them off!
9.  When your list is complete, remember to relish in the “CALM AFTER THE STORM” with your favorite beverage, while sitting in your chair with your feet up.

Now raise your right hand, with left hand on the Bible, the one you thought you had lost and repeat: “I promise not to hurt any of the residents in my home, when they come in and remark, “My, aren’t we comfy and what did you do today?” 

Should you hurt them I believe that any female judge will believe your plea of justifiable homicide. 

Small Print:  WARNING: IT MAY TAKE LONGER THAN YOU THINK TO COMPLETE YOUR LIST.            

HAPPY LIST MAKING!