tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post4866751966551683757..comments2022-05-16T13:54:26.974-07:00Comments on Hope for Homeschool: How Much is Enough? Race to NowhereMerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08551809190430382200noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post-65440948557202511522014-08-02T13:20:44.883-07:002014-08-02T13:20:44.883-07:00Hi Anon,
For school, I make my own: http://www.ho...Hi Anon,<br /><br />For school, I make my own: http://www.hopeforhomeschool.blogspot.com/2012/08/organization-teacher-binder.html<br /><br />For home/menus/errands, I don't, and this is certainly not my strong suit! I've tried things like Managers of Their Chores, Sidetracked Home Executives, Fly Lady...to help me become more organized, but all of the "systems" out there just seem to overwhelm and suck the energy out of me. And I've never seen a planner that I thought I'd really use unfortunately, though they intrigue me. The thing that works best for me is just a notepad and paper. I keep it by the computer where I work, and any time one of those thoughts pops into my head, I jot it down, whether it's something I need to buy, someone to call, something to do, something to have the kids do, etc...<br /><br />My kids each have daily jobs to do each week as well.<br /><br />A list on the fridge that everyone adds to for shopping items (grocery or supplies needed for home or school) has worked well. If the kids start to say, "we need..." we say "go write it on the list." (Sometimes we parents cross off items kids write, LOL! But overall, a good tool here.)<br /><br />I keep a pretty simple calendar in my purse for those times I make appointments when out, and I go home and write them on the wall calendar. <br /><br />I don't really have a menu-planning system. I try to pull 2-3 meats out of the freezer & into the fridge at the beginning of the week so they can thaw, with some general ideas in mind (let's make pork chops & baked potatoes one night, pull out some ground beef for spaghetti or tacos or meatloaf, and maybe a chicken & rice night...)<br /><br />I also try to get the kids to cook since they are older, and I pay $5 anytime they make a meal. My son likes to do nachos a couple of times a month, and has a great spice mix that he and my husband tweaked from a recipe online. <br /><br />Most things I make use basic staples, and we just restock when that staple is getting low. Occasionally my lax system does mean I can't make what I thought I might & I have to come up with plan b for that night. <br /><br />Told you this wasn't my forte!Merryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08551809190430382200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post-10571128527524469972014-08-02T13:19:20.775-07:002014-08-02T13:19:20.775-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Merryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08551809190430382200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post-23602548619458188062014-08-02T11:50:36.877-07:002014-08-02T11:50:36.877-07:00Merry, may I ask if you use a type of 'planner...Merry, may I ask if you use a type of 'planner'? I use SL with a 3rd grade Only, so what I need is something for daily planning, menus, errands, etc. - perhaps more of a personal planner? The printable ones are nice but wow! the cost in ink adds up fast! Any suggestions from a HS'g Pro (that you!;) to a 'still working at getting there' mom? (Thanks to SL I don't need to come up with an IG. My degree is in Bus. Mgt., not education!)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post-71268749678611426102013-04-06T19:11:02.181-07:002013-04-06T19:11:02.181-07:00You're welcome, I'm so glad it was encoura...You're welcome, I'm so glad it was encouraging! I know from time to time that I still need to remind myself of these things--it's definitely a journey. I've not made any videos ever--I'll have to see if my son might enjoy figuring out how to upload them for his somewhat technology-challenged mom! <br /><br />Good idea on taking baby steps--it's taken me years, literally, to figure out what organizational things are a good fit for me, and you may find they need tweaking for you and your style as well. I do find that people who try to really change everything when they start using workboxes tend to burn out on them, whereas people who take it more slowly and make gradual changes as you are, tend to find more long-term success with them. Good luck & let me know how it goes! Merry :-)<br />Merryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08551809190430382200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3963996947883106252.post-45588761118865766152013-04-06T12:32:09.151-07:002013-04-06T12:32:09.151-07:00Merry, thanks for another encouraging post! I have...Merry, thanks for another encouraging post! I have been trying to stay off of forums lately due to burnout and the trap of comparing our homeschool to others, so this post is quite timely!<br /><br />I am gleaning so much wisdom from your blog and especially what you share regarding organizing and planning. What a treat it would be if you made a video on lesson planning! I would pay!! (hint, hint!!) (I've never been a yearly planner, but I'm thinking I would greatly benefit from doing so.) <br /><br />Well, our organizing cart arrived and ds put it together-it isn't the one you have, but is similar. Now that we have the workboxes, I'm off to Staples to buy that file box and a Better Binder! :) I think this system you use will also greatly benefit us. I'm taking it slow,though- important for me to take baby steps so I don't get overwhelmed and then quit! <br /><br />You are such a blessing to moms on the forums and also through this blog. Thank you!!<br /><br />God Bless,<br />ChristyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01856350005107599526noreply@blogger.com