Your Kids Understand the Economy Too
June 8, 2011
As parents, we sometimes don’t give kids the credit that they deserve when it comes to understanding things. Those little ears are always open and they absorb a lot more than we think. Everywhere you go, someone is talking about the economy, they are hearing about it in school, their parents conversations and believe it or not, they do listen to the news! Continue Reading
Organizing Gift Ideas for Dad
June 7, 2011
With Father’s Day right around the corner, many of you are looking for a great gift idea. Why not help him get more organized? Here are my top five gift ideas to get the dad in your life more organized:
For the “Golfer Dad” – A Golf Organizer Rack would be a great addition to his garage. There are different versions available, so look at the features. In addition to providing him a spot to store his bag with clubs and his shoes, it should also have shelves or bins to store extra balls, tees, and other accessories.
For the “Handyman Dad” – Consider a tool chest. You can purchase a stand-alone model or you can invest in a garage organizing system such as FreedomRail or StoreWall. You can choose to put this on one wall or the entire garage. You can focus on just tools or you can create a garage organization system to handle tools, sporting goods, lawn care, etc. There is a lot of flexibility with these systems.
For the “Grill Master Dad” – A barbeque tool set would make a great gift. Not only would he have all the tools he would need, but he would also have a place to store them.- For the “Gadget Dad” – A charging station is just what this dad needs! It keeps cords hidden and gives him one spot to store and charge all of his gadgets. Some of these charging stations also serve as a valet as well, where he can store his wallet, glasses, change, etc.
For the “Computer Dad” – A desktop organizer or a new laptop bag would be a great fit for this dad.
I hope these ideas help to inspire you. Whatever you choose, I’m sure he will love it. Most importantly, set aside some time and enjoy the day with the dad(s) in your life.
– Donna Lindley, Certified Professional Organizer and owner of Rochester Hills, MI-based Organize Your World, Inc.
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RV Travel – Road Trip Across the US
May 26, 2011
Ron, the Inventory Manager at Organize-It, took a trip across the US with his family in a rented RV. Here is a map of his planned destinations:
After everything & everyone packed into the organized RV, they took off!
First stop: Badlands, in South Dakota
Badlands National Park
Watching a storm develop driving through South Dakota
Arriving at Mt. Rushmore in South Dakota
Mt. Rushmore
Winding Roads to Yellowstone Park
Buffalo on the highway
CAUTION! Buffalo Madness Ahead
Yellowstone Lake in Wyoming
Grand Tetons National Park in Wyoming where they also went kayaking!
Zion National Park in Utah
Family photo at Grand Canyon – North Rim
Complete serenity at the Grand Canyon
Even staying hydrated with our can cooler.
Hoover Dam & Bridge
Hoover Dam
Viva Las Vegas! at the Mirage
The Excalibur
Rocky Mountain National Park – Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park – Colorado
Last but not least, they stopped into St. Louis, Missouri to visit family.
Advice from Ron on Items he & his family used to stay organized & comfortable:
- Iris Media Box – Used for socks, underwear and bathing suits in the bedroom closets under our hang-up clothing (minus the inserts and lids). They fit perfectly in the space to maximize the area.
- Stor-n-Slide Under Bed Container – for storage under the pull-out seat/bed.
- Iris Plastic Mesh Storage Baskets – for the food in pantry.
- Mesh Back Support – An absolute must!!!!! It kept my back from sweating too much. Also, with the lumbar support it provides, not once did my back get sore or stiff. I wish we had taken two instead of one.
They RV-road-tripped across the US and back! Not many people can say the same, or can you?
Tell us about your RV experience! Where did you travel to and how did you stay organized?
Make Life Easy, Organize It!
-Missy