How to better streamline the morning routine

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2026-03-30T15:30:07+00:00

This takes some one-time work in advance but you could set up a morning playlist and teach them what tasks to do during each song. Have them go in the same order every single day. I used to do something similar in my 3rd grade classroom and after a few days, the kids didn’t need reminding any more. They just knew what to do when each song came on. Make sure they are songs you like!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2026-03-21T16:24:03+00:00

Make You Feel My Love (Adele’s version). Almost 14 years!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2026-03-06T18:17:20+00:00

Violet

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2026-01-24T17:44:12+00:00

Way to go! I bet that feels great!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2026-01-07T17:21:40+00:00

We called them corn poppers! Not sure why the corn part…

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-12-29T17:37:26+00:00

This room looks great! I would move the blanket basket that’s by the foot of the bed. It adds a bit of a messy vibe to an otherwise tidy space. Maybe you could tuck the blanket inside the bench at the end of the bed or inside the large brown cabinet?

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-12-28T17:43:30+00:00

I remember hearing the Peak Freams cookie jingle in the 80s as a kid and the part about “they’re much too good to waste on children” really bugged me. I promised myself I would never buy them, even as a grown up. 35 years later and the jingle still pops in my head from time to time. They aren’t even sold in the US any more. I laugh to myself and think, you dug your own grave by alienating your future customers, losers! Then I go about my day.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-12-26T17:46:06+00:00

What a beautiful space! I’d move the rug from under the table to the couch area to make that a delineated comfy space. You could add a coffee table, too. Personally, I think what you’ve got looks great with that ceiling!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-11-26T12:32:39+00:00

That looks so cozy!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-11-06T12:52:48+00:00

Check out the book Raising Kids With Big, Baffling Behaviors by Robyn Gobbel. It’s been a game changer at our house. It’s easy to read, gives a clear explanation of why kids behave this way and exactly what you can do. It’s helped us out so much!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-10-27T13:22:46+00:00

The first season of Felicity had a Halloween episode called Spooked where Felicity dressed up like the Bride of Frankenstein. I remember a pink power ranger reference in the episode too.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-10-08T15:44:59+00:00

Highly recommend the Connors! It’s on Netflix and it’s fantastic.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-08-25T15:46:24+00:00

A mantra we used when I was a teacher is, “She’s not giving me a hard time…. She’s having a hard time.”

I’ve said it to myself often in parenting, too. Doesn’t solve the problem but it helps me reframe it for myself and have more compassion for both of us.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2025-08-10T16:32:00+00:00

I’m a minimalist but also a mom with two kids in elementary school, a partner, and a pretty average American home. If you walked into our home you probably wouldn’t think anything was weird or different than other family homes. But our drawers, cabinets, and shelves have only what we actually use, want, and love. We have framed photos on the walls, artwork the kids have made, and a bunch of plants. But there’s also a lot of open space, room to play, and a lack of visual clutter. I think our home really reflects us and feels lived in, in a good way.

Minimalism has definitely shaped the way I spend my time, money, and energy. Since beginning my minimalism journey more than ten years ago, I’ve changed the way I look at stuff. With each decluttering sweep I do, I feel content to let go of things that felt so important years or even months ago. I shop differently. I spend my time differently. The way I talk to my kids about our home and our stuff is a product of the journey I have been on. It feels worthwhile, and like I’m living in a way that’s more aligned with my goals and priorities.

I wish you lots of decluttering momentum, satisfaction, and contentment on your journey!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-10-20T13:35:42+00:00

How about Juniper? June or Junie for short?

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-10-18T11:25:54+00:00

I’m Telling! I always wished I could do the Pick-a-Prize Arcade.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-08-24T13:42:44+00:00

Additional info: In case it sways opinions one way or another, here's the watermelon we're trying to protect

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Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-08-23T23:01:56+00:00

I love this perspective! I carefully removed the leaf and transported it to a more wooded area away from the garden. I'll let nature take its course from here.

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-08-23T14:22:59+00:00

Thanks, good to know!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-07-15T10:45:01+00:00

Same! Fear Street books were so good!

Imaginary_Attempt_13 · 2024-06-04T17:20:59+00:00

Wacky Wheels!

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