January 13, 2025 • 12 mins
Feeling overwhelmed by homeschool chaos? In this episode, we’re diving into 5 essential tools that every homeschool mom needs to bring more peace, order, and productivity to their days. Whether you’re juggling multiple kids, various subjects, or household responsibilities, these tools will help you streamline your homeschool routine, manage your time wisely, and reduce stress. From practical planning solutions to mindset shifts that can make a world of difference, this episode is packed with tips to help you feel more prepared and in control. Let's turn homeschool overwhelm into a joyful, organized journey!
Perfect for busy moms who want to create a homeschool environment where learning—and living—thrive!
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(01:50):
Today, we're going to talk about five tools.
Every homeschool mom needs for better organization.
I get it Organization can feel like just another thing to juggle when your plate is already overflowing.
But today we're keeping.
It's simple.
Practical.
And even fun.
(02:11):
As we talk about the five tools, every homeschool mom needs.
For better organization.
Spoiler alert these tools, aren't just about keeping things tidy.
There are about helping you Save time and create a peaceful homeschool environment that works for your family.
So grab your favorite drink.
A notebook.
(02:31):
And let's dive into this.
Let's start here.
So why does organization matter? When we're disorganized, it's easy to feel overwhelmed.
Frustrated and like we're constantly playing catch up.
But when we have systems in place, It creates a sense of calm and clarity, not just for us.
(02:54):
But for our kids too.
Does this mean that your house will always look Pinterest? Perfect.
Nope.
Mine certainly doesn't and it never did when I was homeschooling either.
Organization.
Isn't about perfection.
It's about making your life easier and more joyful.
So take a moment to think about one area in your homeschool.
(03:14):
That feels pretty chaotic right now.
Maybe it's lesson planning or keeping track of supplies or just finding space for everything.
jot it down.
We'll come back to that later.
First step a planner.
It needs to be a planner that works for you.
Some moms love The traditional paper planner with pretty layouts and stickers.
(03:39):
Others prefer digital planners.
Or apps Like Google calendar.
The key is to find a system that you actually use.
Spend.
10 to 15 minutes on Saturday mapping out your week.
Include lesson plans.
Appointments.
And even downtime for yourself.
I use Google calendar because I don't like the clutter.
(04:02):
There's lots of people who do even both.
They will.
Have a calendar on Google and a calendar that they can actually see.
Just because that gives them more clarity.
But do what works for you.
for me, I use Google calendar.
I block out every week from six 30 to seven 30, I do devotionals from seven 30 to eight 30.
(04:25):
I Clean up eight 30 to nine 30 is my exercise time.
And that's me because that's what I have to do in my life right now.
I don't have little ones around like you do anymore.
When I did have little ones around.
I would also do the same thing, but it was a much shorter.
Routine, like I had 15 minutes.
(04:45):
Four.
I'm doing my daily devotionals before the kids needed me to make breakfast.
My exercise was done later in the day.
These are just different things that you have to make work for you, but I would suggest that you take that 10, 15 minutes to do that.
As that's important for you to manage your day.
Each morning, reviewed your priorities for the day.
(05:07):
I used to buy.
Planners every January.
Only to abandoned them by February because it was too complicated.
Now I use Google calendar. 66 00:05:18,889.65986395 --> 00:05:21,946.96145125 And Trello online it's just there for me. 67 00:05:22,466.96145125 --> 00:05:23,606.96145125 I do a lot of my planning. 68 00:05:24,146.96145125 --> 00:05:27,566.96145125 At the end of December for January through the next December. 69 00:05:28,46.96145125 --> 00:05:30,866.96145125 do what works for you, but I'm just telling you what I do. 70 00:05:31,866.96145125 --> 00:05:34,956.96145125 If you don't have a planner that you love research one this week. 71 00:05:35,866.96145125 --> 00:05:39,766.96145125 or even just start a simple notebook to get the habit going. 72 00:05:40,766.96145125 --> 00:05:42,836.96145125 Next is a family command center. 73 00:05:43,226.96145125 --> 00:05:45,56.96145125 This is your one-stop spot. 74 00:05:46,56.96145125 --> 00:05:48,636.96145125 For keeping everyone on the same page. 75 00:05:49,636.96145125 --> 00:05:50,926.96145125 This is what you can include. 76 00:05:51,46.96145125 --> 00:05:55,186.96145125 It's a large monthly calendar for tracking appointments, field trips and activities. 77 00:05:55,726.96145125 --> 00:05:58,876.96145125 A chore chart or a task list for your kids. 78 00:05:59,836.96145125 --> 00:06:03,76.96145125 A spot for mail, permission, slips, or library books. 79 00:06:04,76.96145125 --> 00:06:06,806.96145125 Think of it as mission control for your household. 80 00:06:07,316.96145125 --> 00:06:11,576.96145125 when everyone knows where to find things, it saves you from being a walking calendar. 81 00:06:12,116.96145125 --> 00:06:13,646.96145125 Or a search and rescue team. 82 00:06:14,66.96145125 --> 00:06:14,936.96145125 For lost items. 83 00:06:15,806.96145125 --> 00:06:18,206.96145125 If you don't have a command center yet. 84 00:06:18,506.96145125 --> 00:06:20,396.96145125 Choose a spot in your home this week. 85 00:06:20,936.96145125 --> 00:06:21,716.96145125 To set one up. 86 00:06:22,316.96145125 --> 00:06:23,186.96145125 Start simple. 87 00:06:23,606.96145125 --> 00:06:24,746.96145125 And add as needed. 88 00:06:25,746.96145125 --> 00:06:29,826.96145125 And then let's talk about storage, a third tool, every homeschool mom. 89 00:06:30,216.96145125 --> 00:06:34,606.96145125 Needs is clear storage solutions you get to see what's inside. 90 00:06:35,206.96145125 --> 00:06:37,486.96145125 And you're less likely to forget about it. 91 00:06:37,846.96145125 --> 00:06:41,716.96145125 And by duplicates, So I different ideas for storage. 92 00:06:42,286.96145125 --> 00:06:44,266.96145125 Our clear bins for art supplies. 93 00:06:45,266.96145125 --> 00:06:46,226.96145125 Science kits. 94 00:06:46,616.96145125 --> 00:06:47,966.96145125 Or, it manipulatives. 95 00:06:48,966.96145125 --> 00:06:51,276.96145125 Labeled baskets for library books. 96 00:06:51,756.96145125 --> 00:06:53,976.96145125 Curriculum or completed assignments. 97 00:06:54,966.96145125 --> 00:06:59,346.96145125 A small catty for your teacher tools like pens, sticky notes and scissors. 98 00:07:00,306.96145125 --> 00:07:00,966.96145125 One time. 99 00:07:01,356.96145125 --> 00:07:05,226.96145125 I found three boxes of hidden Crans in different places around the house. 100 00:07:05,226.96145125 --> 00:07:05,886.96145125 I believe you me. 101 00:07:05,886.96145125 --> 00:07:06,906.96145125 It wasn't just crayons. 102 00:07:07,656.96145125 --> 00:07:09,126.96145125 I try to give everything a home. 103 00:07:09,616.96145125 --> 00:07:11,236.96145125 it saves me so much time. 104 00:07:11,896.96145125 --> 00:07:15,646.96145125 And money because I'm not buying three boxes of grants anymore. 105 00:07:15,676.96145125 --> 00:07:16,486.96145125 Cause I know where they are. 106 00:07:17,446.96145125 --> 00:07:21,826.96145125 This week, choose one area to organize using clear storage bins. 107 00:07:22,826.96145125 --> 00:07:23,696.96145125 And bonus points. 108 00:07:23,696.96145125 --> 00:07:24,806.96145125 If you involve your kids. 109 00:07:25,526.96145125 --> 00:07:26,306.96145125 And labeling them. 110 00:07:27,306.96145125 --> 00:07:27,846.96145125 Fined. 111 00:07:28,516.96145125 --> 00:07:30,916.96145125 Digital organization system. 112 00:07:31,546.96145125 --> 00:07:32,776.96145125 If you're not tech savvy. 113 00:07:33,646.96145125 --> 00:07:36,346.96145125 Having some digital tools can make homeschooling much. 114 00:07:36,616.96145125 --> 00:07:37,126.96145125 Easier. 115 00:07:38,126.96145125 --> 00:07:39,776.96145125 My favorite is Dropbox. 116 00:07:40,136.96145125 --> 00:07:42,146.96145125 Store lesson plans, printables. 117 00:07:42,746.96145125 --> 00:07:44,696.96145125 And important documents in one place. 118 00:07:45,696.96145125 --> 00:07:49,726.96145125 I use Trello, to track long-term projects and unit studies. 119 00:07:50,266.96145125 --> 00:07:52,936.96145125 Have a different card in Trello for each child. 120 00:07:53,336.96145125 --> 00:07:55,6.96145125 They have to change it over to the chart. 121 00:07:55,546.96145125 --> 00:07:56,416.96145125 And it's completed. 122 00:07:56,796.96145125 --> 00:08:00,936.96145125 you can also add the files so that you have everything in one spot. 123 00:08:01,326.96145125 --> 00:08:07,126.96145125 I find Trello to be super helpful, not just when I was raising my kids. 124 00:08:07,996.96145125 --> 00:08:09,586.96145125 But now also. 125 00:08:10,36.96145125 --> 00:08:11,626.96145125 As a homeschool mom, coach. 126 00:08:12,586.96145125 --> 00:08:14,656.96145125 If digital tools feel overwhelming. 127 00:08:15,46.96145125 --> 00:08:16,96.96145125 Start small. 128 00:08:17,56.96145125 --> 00:08:20,656.96145125 Watch a few YouTube videos on Trello or Google calendar and how to work it. 129 00:08:21,346.96145125 --> 00:08:26,146.96145125 And then you'll be able to eventually it won't take you hardly any time at all and you'll know how to do it. 130 00:08:26,806.96145125 --> 00:08:29,116.96145125 Maybe just create a folder on your desktop. 131 00:08:29,166.96145125 --> 00:08:30,426.96145125 For homeschool files. 132 00:08:30,906.96145125 --> 00:08:31,866.96145125 And build from there. 133 00:08:32,866.96145125 --> 00:08:37,216.96145125 So choose one digital tool this week, whether it's Google calendars or Trello. 134 00:08:37,846.96145125 --> 00:08:46,246.96145125 And download that app and begin to track the app, begin to track your progress on that app. 135 00:08:47,246.96145125 --> 00:08:51,716.96145125 Let's talk about something that affects every homeschool mom and that's meals. 136 00:08:52,346.96145125 --> 00:08:54,386.96145125 A simple meal planning system. 137 00:08:54,866.96145125 --> 00:08:56,906.96145125 Can save you so much stress. 138 00:08:57,396.96145125 --> 00:08:58,476.96145125 keep it simple. 139 00:08:59,76.96145125 --> 00:08:59,946.96145125 When you're meal planning. 140 00:09:00,946.96145125 --> 00:09:04,226.96145125 Do theme nights, like taco Tuesday or soup Saturday. 141 00:09:05,226.96145125 --> 00:09:08,886.96145125 Plan for leftovers cook, double and freeze half for the busy days. 142 00:09:09,886.96145125 --> 00:09:11,176.96145125 Use a meal planner app. 143 00:09:11,806.96145125 --> 00:09:13,66.96145125 Apps like plan to eat. 144 00:09:13,876.96145125 --> 00:09:17,716.96145125 Or paprika Make it easy to save recipes and create shopping lists. 145 00:09:18,716.96145125 --> 00:09:21,266.96145125 I used to spend hours agonizing over what to cook. 146 00:09:22,226.96145125 --> 00:09:23,666.96145125 Until I came up with a plan. 147 00:09:24,666.96145125 --> 00:09:25,506.96145125 My kids knew. 148 00:09:25,836.96145125 --> 00:09:27,936.96145125 When to expect what to expect Monday nights. 149 00:09:28,506.96145125 --> 00:09:31,266.96145125 What to expect on Tuesday nights and they're on end. 150 00:09:31,986.96145125 --> 00:09:32,586.96145125 Every night. 151 00:09:33,96.96145125 --> 00:09:34,776.96145125 Every afternoon was something different. 152 00:09:35,226.96145125 --> 00:09:38,556.96145125 And it made my life easier because I didn't have to put brainpower. 153 00:09:39,96.96145125 --> 00:09:39,606.96145125 Into it. 154 00:09:40,446.96145125 --> 00:09:44,136.96145125 I could think about other things I knew what was happening and it also helps. 155 00:09:44,556.96145125 --> 00:09:46,416.96145125 When you're planning your grocery. 156 00:09:47,416.96145125 --> 00:09:48,646.96145125 List for the next week. 157 00:09:48,946.96145125 --> 00:09:50,596.96145125 'cause you know what you're going to need. 158 00:09:51,596.96145125 --> 00:09:55,106.96145125 This week, choose one or two meal planning strategies to try. 159 00:09:55,976.96145125 --> 00:09:56,516.96145125 Bonus. 160 00:09:57,516.96145125 --> 00:09:58,626.96145125 If you involve your kids. 161 00:09:59,476.96145125 --> 00:10:00,16.96145125 here you have it. 162 00:10:00,106.96145125 --> 00:10:01,876.96145125 Five tools to make your life. 163 00:10:02,326.96145125 --> 00:10:03,16.96145125 Run smoother. 164 00:10:03,656.96145125 --> 00:10:05,326.96145125 one a planner that works for you. 165 00:10:06,286.96145125 --> 00:10:06,646.96145125 Two. 166 00:10:07,196.96145125 --> 00:10:09,866.96145125 a family command center to keep everyone on track. 167 00:10:10,366.96145125 --> 00:10:14,986.96145125 three was clear storage solutions for all those homeschool supplies. 168 00:10:15,616.96145125 --> 00:10:16,156.96145125 Four. 169 00:10:16,706.96145125 --> 00:10:18,626.96145125 Digital organization system. 170 00:10:18,866.96145125 --> 00:10:20,486.96145125 For longterm sanity. 171 00:10:21,486.96145125 --> 00:10:22,356.96145125 Number five. 172 00:10:23,136.96145125 --> 00:10:26,886.96145125 A simple meal planning strategy to keep everyone fed and happy. 173 00:10:27,886.96145125 --> 00:10:33,796.96145125 Which one of these tools you already use and which ones are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments. 174 00:10:34,426.96145125 --> 00:10:35,926.96145125 I'd love to hear your thoughts. 175 00:10:36,926.96145125 --> 00:10:38,216.96145125 Mama's organization. 176 00:10:38,246.96145125 --> 00:10:39,986.96145125 Isn't about doing everything perfectly. 177 00:10:40,256.96145125 --> 00:10:42,866.96145125 It's about creating systems that work for you. 178 00:10:43,586.96145125 --> 00:10:44,516.96145125 Start small. 179 00:10:45,26.96145125 --> 00:10:46,106.96145125 Give yourself grace. 180 00:10:46,586.96145125 --> 00:10:49,166.96145125 And remember that even tiny changes. 181 00:10:49,466.96145125 --> 00:10:50,816.96145125 Can make a huge difference. 182 00:10:51,816.96145125 --> 00:10:53,196.96145125 And here's a fun challenge. 183 00:10:53,646.96145125 --> 00:10:54,486.96145125 Share a picture. 184 00:10:55,26.96145125 --> 00:10:56,526.96145125 Of your family command center. 185 00:10:56,886.96145125 --> 00:10:58,716.96145125 You're organized homeschool shelf. 186 00:10:59,76.96145125 --> 00:11:00,906.96145125 Or even your themed meal plan. 187 00:11:01,566.96145125 --> 00:11:02,946.96145125 Tag me on social media. 188 00:11:03,246.96145125 --> 00:11:06,716.96145125 For other moms to see I'd love to celebrate you and what you do. 189 00:11:07,716.96145125 --> 00:11:08,736.96145125 Thank you so much. 190 00:11:09,426.96145125 --> 00:11:11,46.96145125 For spending time with me today. 191 00:11:11,916.96145125 --> 00:11:14,516.96145125 If this encouraged you or was helpful. 192 00:11:15,116.96145125 --> 00:11:18,716.96145125 Share it with another homeschool mom who could use a little more organization. 193 00:11:19,656.96145125 --> 00:11:20,586.96145125 until next time. 194 00:11:21,36.96145125 --> 00:11:26,376.96145125 Stay rooted in grace and keep building a homeschool life that works for you. 195 00:11:26,646.96145125 --> 00:11:27,426.96145125 And your family. 196 00:11:28,176.96145125 --> 00:11:29,46.96145125 Goodbye for now.
Today, we're going to talk about five tools.
Every homeschool mom needs for better organization.
I get it Organization can feel like just another thing to juggle when your plate is already overflowing.
But today we're keeping.
It's simple.
Practical.
And even fun.
(02:11):
As we talk about the five tools, every homeschool mom needs.
For better organization.
Spoiler alert these tools, aren't just about keeping things tidy.
There are about helping you Save time and create a peaceful homeschool environment that works for your family.
So grab your favorite drink.
A notebook.
(02:31):
And let's dive into this.
Let's start here.
So why does organization matter? When we're disorganized, it's easy to feel overwhelmed.
Frustrated and like we're constantly playing catch up.
But when we have systems in place, It creates a sense of calm and clarity, not just for us.
(02:54):
But for our kids too.
Does this mean that your house will always look Pinterest? Perfect.
Nope.
Mine certainly doesn't and it never did when I was homeschooling either.
Organization.
Isn't about perfection.
It's about making your life easier and more joyful.
So take a moment to think about one area in your homeschool.
(03:14):
That feels pretty chaotic right now.
Maybe it's lesson planning or keeping track of supplies or just finding space for everything.
jot it down.
We'll come back to that later.
First step a planner.
It needs to be a planner that works for you.
Some moms love The traditional paper planner with pretty layouts and stickers.
(03:39):
Others prefer digital planners.
Or apps Like Google calendar.
The key is to find a system that you actually use.
Spend.
10 to 15 minutes on Saturday mapping out your week.
Include lesson plans.
Appointments.
And even downtime for yourself.
I use Google calendar because I don't like the clutter.
(04:02):
There's lots of people who do even both.
They will.
Have a calendar on Google and a calendar that they can actually see.
Just because that gives them more clarity.
But do what works for you.
for me, I use Google calendar.
I block out every week from six 30 to seven 30, I do devotionals from seven 30 to eight 30.
(04:25):
I Clean up eight 30 to nine 30 is my exercise time.
And that's me because that's what I have to do in my life right now.
I don't have little ones around like you do anymore.
When I did have little ones around.
I would also do the same thing, but it was a much shorter.
Routine, like I had 15 minutes.
(04:45):
Four.
I'm doing my daily devotionals before the kids needed me to make breakfast.
My exercise was done later in the day.
These are just different things that you have to make work for you, but I would suggest that you take that 10, 15 minutes to do that.
As that's important for you to manage your day.
Each morning, reviewed your priorities for the day.
(05:07):
I used to buy.
Planners every January.
Only to abandoned them by February because it was too complicated.
Now I use Google calendar. 66 00:05:18,889.65986395 --> 00:05:21,946.96145125 And Trello online it's just there for me. 67 00:05:22,466.96145125 --> 00:05:23,606.96145125 I do a lot of my planning. 68 00:05:24,146.96145125 --> 00:05:27,566.96145125 At the end of December for January through the next December. 69 00:05:28,46.96145125 --> 00:05:30,866.96145125 do what works for you, but I'm just telling you what I do. 70 00:05:31,866.96145125 --> 00:05:34,956.96145125 If you don't have a planner that you love research one this week. 71 00:05:35,866.96145125 --> 00:05:39,766.96145125 or even just start a simple notebook to get the habit going. 72 00:05:40,766.96145125 --> 00:05:42,836.96145125 Next is a family command center. 73 00:05:43,226.96145125 --> 00:05:45,56.96145125 This is your one-stop spot. 74 00:05:46,56.96145125 --> 00:05:48,636.96145125 For keeping everyone on the same page. 75 00:05:49,636.96145125 --> 00:05:50,926.96145125 This is what you can include. 76 00:05:51,46.96145125 --> 00:05:55,186.96145125 It's a large monthly calendar for tracking appointments, field trips and activities. 77 00:05:55,726.96145125 --> 00:05:58,876.96145125 A chore chart or a task list for your kids. 78 00:05:59,836.96145125 --> 00:06:03,76.96145125 A spot for mail, permission, slips, or library books. 79 00:06:04,76.96145125 --> 00:06:06,806.96145125 Think of it as mission control for your household. 80 00:06:07,316.96145125 --> 00:06:11,576.96145125 when everyone knows where to find things, it saves you from being a walking calendar. 81 00:06:12,116.96145125 --> 00:06:13,646.96145125 Or a search and rescue team. 82 00:06:14,66.96145125 --> 00:06:14,936.96145125 For lost items. 83 00:06:15,806.96145125 --> 00:06:18,206.96145125 If you don't have a command center yet. 84 00:06:18,506.96145125 --> 00:06:20,396.96145125 Choose a spot in your home this week. 85 00:06:20,936.96145125 --> 00:06:21,716.96145125 To set one up. 86 00:06:22,316.96145125 --> 00:06:23,186.96145125 Start simple. 87 00:06:23,606.96145125 --> 00:06:24,746.96145125 And add as needed. 88 00:06:25,746.96145125 --> 00:06:29,826.96145125 And then let's talk about storage, a third tool, every homeschool mom. 89 00:06:30,216.96145125 --> 00:06:34,606.96145125 Needs is clear storage solutions you get to see what's inside. 90 00:06:35,206.96145125 --> 00:06:37,486.96145125 And you're less likely to forget about it. 91 00:06:37,846.96145125 --> 00:06:41,716.96145125 And by duplicates, So I different ideas for storage. 92 00:06:42,286.96145125 --> 00:06:44,266.96145125 Our clear bins for art supplies. 93 00:06:45,266.96145125 --> 00:06:46,226.96145125 Science kits. 94 00:06:46,616.96145125 --> 00:06:47,966.96145125 Or, it manipulatives. 95 00:06:48,966.96145125 --> 00:06:51,276.96145125 Labeled baskets for library books. 96 00:06:51,756.96145125 --> 00:06:53,976.96145125 Curriculum or completed assignments. 97 00:06:54,966.96145125 --> 00:06:59,346.96145125 A small catty for your teacher tools like pens, sticky notes and scissors. 98 00:07:00,306.96145125 --> 00:07:00,966.96145125 One time. 99 00:07:01,356.96145125 --> 00:07:05,226.96145125 I found three boxes of hidden Crans in different places around the house. 100 00:07:05,226.96145125 --> 00:07:05,886.96145125 I believe you me. 101 00:07:05,886.96145125 --> 00:07:06,906.96145125 It wasn't just crayons. 102 00:07:07,656.96145125 --> 00:07:09,126.96145125 I try to give everything a home. 103 00:07:09,616.96145125 --> 00:07:11,236.96145125 it saves me so much time. 104 00:07:11,896.96145125 --> 00:07:15,646.96145125 And money because I'm not buying three boxes of grants anymore. 105 00:07:15,676.96145125 --> 00:07:16,486.96145125 Cause I know where they are. 106 00:07:17,446.96145125 --> 00:07:21,826.96145125 This week, choose one area to organize using clear storage bins. 107 00:07:22,826.96145125 --> 00:07:23,696.96145125 And bonus points. 108 00:07:23,696.96145125 --> 00:07:24,806.96145125 If you involve your kids. 109 00:07:25,526.96145125 --> 00:07:26,306.96145125 And labeling them. 110 00:07:27,306.96145125 --> 00:07:27,846.96145125 Fined. 111 00:07:28,516.96145125 --> 00:07:30,916.96145125 Digital organization system. 112 00:07:31,546.96145125 --> 00:07:32,776.96145125 If you're not tech savvy. 113 00:07:33,646.96145125 --> 00:07:36,346.96145125 Having some digital tools can make homeschooling much. 114 00:07:36,616.96145125 --> 00:07:37,126.96145125 Easier. 115 00:07:38,126.96145125 --> 00:07:39,776.96145125 My favorite is Dropbox. 116 00:07:40,136.96145125 --> 00:07:42,146.96145125 Store lesson plans, printables. 117 00:07:42,746.96145125 --> 00:07:44,696.96145125 And important documents in one place. 118 00:07:45,696.96145125 --> 00:07:49,726.96145125 I use Trello, to track long-term projects and unit studies. 119 00:07:50,266.96145125 --> 00:07:52,936.96145125 Have a different card in Trello for each child. 120 00:07:53,336.96145125 --> 00:07:55,6.96145125 They have to change it over to the chart. 121 00:07:55,546.96145125 --> 00:07:56,416.96145125 And it's completed. 122 00:07:56,796.96145125 --> 00:08:00,936.96145125 you can also add the files so that you have everything in one spot. 123 00:08:01,326.96145125 --> 00:08:07,126.96145125 I find Trello to be super helpful, not just when I was raising my kids. 124 00:08:07,996.96145125 --> 00:08:09,586.96145125 But now also. 125 00:08:10,36.96145125 --> 00:08:11,626.96145125 As a homeschool mom, coach. 126 00:08:12,586.96145125 --> 00:08:14,656.96145125 If digital tools feel overwhelming. 127 00:08:15,46.96145125 --> 00:08:16,96.96145125 Start small. 128 00:08:17,56.96145125 --> 00:08:20,656.96145125 Watch a few YouTube videos on Trello or Google calendar and how to work it. 129 00:08:21,346.96145125 --> 00:08:26,146.96145125 And then you'll be able to eventually it won't take you hardly any time at all and you'll know how to do it. 130 00:08:26,806.96145125 --> 00:08:29,116.96145125 Maybe just create a folder on your desktop. 131 00:08:29,166.96145125 --> 00:08:30,426.96145125 For homeschool files. 132 00:08:30,906.96145125 --> 00:08:31,866.96145125 And build from there. 133 00:08:32,866.96145125 --> 00:08:37,216.96145125 So choose one digital tool this week, whether it's Google calendars or Trello. 134 00:08:37,846.96145125 --> 00:08:46,246.96145125 And download that app and begin to track the app, begin to track your progress on that app. 135 00:08:47,246.96145125 --> 00:08:51,716.96145125 Let's talk about something that affects every homeschool mom and that's meals. 136 00:08:52,346.96145125 --> 00:08:54,386.96145125 A simple meal planning system. 137 00:08:54,866.96145125 --> 00:08:56,906.96145125 Can save you so much stress. 138 00:08:57,396.96145125 --> 00:08:58,476.96145125 keep it simple. 139 00:08:59,76.96145125 --> 00:08:59,946.96145125 When you're meal planning. 140 00:09:00,946.96145125 --> 00:09:04,226.96145125 Do theme nights, like taco Tuesday or soup Saturday. 141 00:09:05,226.96145125 --> 00:09:08,886.96145125 Plan for leftovers cook, double and freeze half for the busy days. 142 00:09:09,886.96145125 --> 00:09:11,176.96145125 Use a meal planner app. 143 00:09:11,806.96145125 --> 00:09:13,66.96145125 Apps like plan to eat. 144 00:09:13,876.96145125 --> 00:09:17,716.96145125 Or paprika Make it easy to save recipes and create shopping lists. 145 00:09:18,716.96145125 --> 00:09:21,266.96145125 I used to spend hours agonizing over what to cook. 146 00:09:22,226.96145125 --> 00:09:23,666.96145125 Until I came up with a plan. 147 00:09:24,666.96145125 --> 00:09:25,506.96145125 My kids knew. 148 00:09:25,836.96145125 --> 00:09:27,936.96145125 When to expect what to expect Monday nights. 149 00:09:28,506.96145125 --> 00:09:31,266.96145125 What to expect on Tuesday nights and they're on end. 150 00:09:31,986.96145125 --> 00:09:32,586.96145125 Every night. 151 00:09:33,96.96145125 --> 00:09:34,776.96145125 Every afternoon was something different. 152 00:09:35,226.96145125 --> 00:09:38,556.96145125 And it made my life easier because I didn't have to put brainpower. 153 00:09:39,96.96145125 --> 00:09:39,606.96145125 Into it. 154 00:09:40,446.96145125 --> 00:09:44,136.96145125 I could think about other things I knew what was happening and it also helps. 155 00:09:44,556.96145125 --> 00:09:46,416.96145125 When you're planning your grocery. 156 00:09:47,416.96145125 --> 00:09:48,646.96145125 List for the next week. 157 00:09:48,946.96145125 --> 00:09:50,596.96145125 'cause you know what you're going to need. 158 00:09:51,596.96145125 --> 00:09:55,106.96145125 This week, choose one or two meal planning strategies to try. 159 00:09:55,976.96145125 --> 00:09:56,516.96145125 Bonus. 160 00:09:57,516.96145125 --> 00:09:58,626.96145125 If you involve your kids. 161 00:09:59,476.96145125 --> 00:10:00,16.96145125 here you have it. 162 00:10:00,106.96145125 --> 00:10:01,876.96145125 Five tools to make your life. 163 00:10:02,326.96145125 --> 00:10:03,16.96145125 Run smoother. 164 00:10:03,656.96145125 --> 00:10:05,326.96145125 one a planner that works for you. 165 00:10:06,286.96145125 --> 00:10:06,646.96145125 Two. 166 00:10:07,196.96145125 --> 00:10:09,866.96145125 a family command center to keep everyone on track. 167 00:10:10,366.96145125 --> 00:10:14,986.96145125 three was clear storage solutions for all those homeschool supplies. 168 00:10:15,616.96145125 --> 00:10:16,156.96145125 Four. 169 00:10:16,706.96145125 --> 00:10:18,626.96145125 Digital organization system. 170 00:10:18,866.96145125 --> 00:10:20,486.96145125 For longterm sanity. 171 00:10:21,486.96145125 --> 00:10:22,356.96145125 Number five. 172 00:10:23,136.96145125 --> 00:10:26,886.96145125 A simple meal planning strategy to keep everyone fed and happy. 173 00:10:27,886.96145125 --> 00:10:33,796.96145125 Which one of these tools you already use and which ones are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments. 174 00:10:34,426.96145125 --> 00:10:35,926.96145125 I'd love to hear your thoughts. 175 00:10:36,926.96145125 --> 00:10:38,216.96145125 Mama's organization. 176 00:10:38,246.96145125 --> 00:10:39,986.96145125 Isn't about doing everything perfectly. 177 00:10:40,256.96145125 --> 00:10:42,866.96145125 It's about creating systems that work for you. 178 00:10:43,586.96145125 --> 00:10:44,516.96145125 Start small. 179 00:10:45,26.96145125 --> 00:10:46,106.96145125 Give yourself grace. 180 00:10:46,586.96145125 --> 00:10:49,166.96145125 And remember that even tiny changes. 181 00:10:49,466.96145125 --> 00:10:50,816.96145125 Can make a huge difference. 182 00:10:51,816.96145125 --> 00:10:53,196.96145125 And here's a fun challenge. 183 00:10:53,646.96145125 --> 00:10:54,486.96145125 Share a picture. 184 00:10:55,26.96145125 --> 00:10:56,526.96145125 Of your family command center. 185 00:10:56,886.96145125 --> 00:10:58,716.96145125 You're organized homeschool shelf. 186 00:10:59,76.96145125 --> 00:11:00,906.96145125 Or even your themed meal plan. 187 00:11:01,566.96145125 --> 00:11:02,946.96145125 Tag me on social media. 188 00:11:03,246.96145125 --> 00:11:06,716.96145125 For other moms to see I'd love to celebrate you and what you do. 189 00:11:07,716.96145125 --> 00:11:08,736.96145125 Thank you so much. 190 00:11:09,426.96145125 --> 00:11:11,46.96145125 For spending time with me today. 191 00:11:11,916.96145125 --> 00:11:14,516.96145125 If this encouraged you or was helpful. 192 00:11:15,116.96145125 --> 00:11:18,716.96145125 Share it with another homeschool mom who could use a little more organization. 193 00:11:19,656.96145125 --> 00:11:20,586.96145125 until next time. 194 00:11:21,36.96145125 --> 00:11:26,376.96145125 Stay rooted in grace and keep building a homeschool life that works for you. 195 00:11:26,646.96145125 --> 00:11:27,426.96145125 And your family. 196 00:11:28,176.96145125 --> 00:11:29,46.96145125 Goodbye for now.
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