Work + Home
The lovely, “B” word. Balance. 😉 Between work and home, and everything in between, how do you find balance in your life? I’m not even close to having it figured out but I’ve also grown a lot in this area over the years. It’s a constant give and take and something I work at daily. But here’s what helps me and hopefully can help you in one way or another. 🙂
I have a planner and use it pretty often. Eric and I also use Google Calendar so we know what each other’s schedule is. I use both for work, home, etc. I like to be organized and I contribute a lot of it to having things planned out.
When I’m at work, I work and I try to not bring work home. I have my lesson plans laid out each week and try to use my time at school wisely. I also get to school about an hour and a half before the kids arrive. Mornings are my time. 🙂
You can find some of my favorite school things, here!
I plan out our meals for the week. I hate stopping at the grocery store more than I absolutely have to. I like taking one trip a week and that’s it. I list all the ingredients I need for that week’s meals and try not to stray too far from it.
In the evenings, Eric and I try to be intentional about eat dinner together, going for a walk, or doing something where our technology is put away and we are able to focus on us.
At the end of each day, we try to pick up as much as possibly. I like to wake up to a somewhat clean house so I don’t feel behind before the day even begins! You can read some of my organizing tips and tricks, here! A few things that have helped a lot in this area are this ottoman and these crates. SO many of you purchased the ottoman and I hope you are loving it!
What are some of your tips?!
Elizabeth
March 20, 2017 @ 7:11 am
Writing down everything is a definite lifesaver!
Xo, Elizabeth
http://stripesandsolitaires.com
Stephanie Spring
March 20, 2017 @ 3:22 pm
Amen!
Angela Ellingson
March 20, 2017 @ 12:06 pm
I love having a paper planner! And goodness, the week goes so much better when I take time to meal plan. Love that ottoman!
Stephanie Spring
March 21, 2017 @ 6:15 pm
I agree to all of that! 😉
Bruna
March 20, 2017 @ 2:26 pm
Your desk looks so organized! I love my planner I got this year from Heart Of The Farm!! It’s really intended for farm families but I just adore the layout. They have a place to do weekly meal plans and then a spot next to it for grocery lists! They also have gorgeous photos and inspirational quotes among other things. For sure something that has helped me stay organized so far this year. I’m big on lists and crossing things off too so its nice to have it written down and then physically check it off. That’s a smart tip about getting there well before the kids arrive, I’ll have to suggest that to Mike ( he teaches too) although this year he seems to be balancing it much better! But yes to your routine! Meal planning is crucial for me and amen to waking up to a clean house! Happy Monday!
Stephanie Spring
March 21, 2017 @ 6:18 pm
I need to check those planners out!
Tara
March 20, 2017 @ 7:47 pm
I totally agree about the planner! I am much more likely to get stuff done once it’s down on paper.
Stephanie Spring
March 21, 2017 @ 6:16 pm
There’s just something about writing it down that helps me to remember it too!
Beth
March 20, 2017 @ 8:52 pm
My husband and I share events on Google Calendar as well! I also enjoy getting to work well before my students so that I can get lots done to eliminate trying to take so much home!
Stephanie Spring
March 21, 2017 @ 6:17 pm
I love the early morning. The calm before the storm. 😉