It’s time to get organized for January! Tip Junkie is here help you stay on top of your game this chilly winter as Your Personal Assistant. Take a day and really plan and organize your schedule. Here are some of the things to do! But first, be sure to print off this free, adorable 2018 Calendar just for you!
Tell me below in the comments what you do to keep your life organized and in balanced in the new year. Starting the new year right is a huge deal to me. I feel like if I don’t start it “right”, ie, organized, then things start slipping right away. Do you feel this way, too? I’d love for this to be a true give and take, so leave your comments at the bottom so we can all learn more and tweak the system to make it better for all of us. {high fives}
Your Personal Assistant
Tip Junkie is coming full circle to make ‘Your Personal Assistant‘ reminders more interactive. This has been a goal of mine for a few years and with technology I can now make it happen for you. {nerdy giggle}
Moments That Matter ~ Daily Tips
1. If you’re on Instagram, let’s get clicky with my Moments that Matter Photo Challenge where you can capture moments that matter from your camera phone. For more details, click here!
Free Printable File:
January Maintenance and Home Repair Checklist
Print January Calendars
2. Be sure to grab the January Calendars I’ve made ya:
Get Organized!
3. Let’s start the month off right and make a list of the things that are causing you added stress. Make a list of the big ones as well as the little ones. Is something in the house that’s broken, is there an insurance issue you need to take care of, do you need an extra trash can upstairs to help keep things tidy?
4. Once you’ve thought it out and made your list, next plan a day this week as your ongoing problem day and finally resolve those issues that need to be resolved. You’ll be glad that you did!
5. Schedule for book club, girls night out, BUNCO, and other rotating activities. Make sure you have child care, your food assignment, etc. Here’s how to start a dinner club or enjoy a dinner party.
6. If you are doing food storage, time to check the schedule and buy next on the list. Don’t forget to put some cash in there as well.
7. Write one grandparent a letter, artwork, or card. Here are some simple grandparent gift ideas if you want to get a little fancy for Grandma or Grandma.8. Plan Mommy/Son or Daddy/Daughter dates. These 14 Kids Crafts to Make with Pine Cones ideas would make a great date idea. Take a walk to talk and gather pine cones and then craft together!
9. Plan a date night with your man; arrange the babysitter in advance.
10. Plan a Girl’s Only Weekend or some well deserved pampering with your besties to celebrate surviving the summer. {Be sure to invite me!}
11. If you’re wanting to be more organized then print off the Executive Homemaker binder where you can keep track of everything in one place as well as printable worksheets to help keep you organized and on task. I put a lot of work My Life Story Planner. It’s a great way to organize your memories and papers into one place. We also adore these Recipe Card Templates!
Free Printable File:
Executive Homemaker Planner (72120 downloads) ,
EH Binder Tabs (3947 downloads) ,
12. Pick one space in your house that you’d like to organize this month. Here are some ideas to help!
- 23 Kitchen Pantry Organization
- 21 Best Organization Hacks
- 10 Closet Spaces and How to Organize Them
- 17 Clever Ways to Organize Your Jewelry
- 19 Handy Ways to Organize Your Kitchen
- 16 Ways to Organize Your Craft Room
Family Events Coming Up:
13. Winter can be such a busy time of the year. As you organize yourself this month, look ahead to what’s on the horizon. This way you can stay ahead of the game and things won’t sneak by.
- What upcoming school parties are you in charge of?
- What birthday’s do you need to make/buy gifts for? {They sneak up on you ~ so get them now}
Here are a few other events that I might be able to help you plan something creative and fun… click any of the links below:
- Adoption
- Anniversary
- Baby Shower
- Bachelorette Party
- Bridal Shower
- Camping
- Family Reunion
- Get Well
- Going Away or a Move
- Housewarming
- Pregnancy
- Thank You
- Traditions
- Traveling
- Wedding
- White Elephant or Gag Gift
- Winter
Holidays
14. Get ready to celebrate fun holidays (here’s the complete list)! Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter are all coming up, and these free printable lists with ideas to do to celebrate and serve others are fabulous. Just print and display!
Print Free Files:
- Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day (4456 downloads)
- Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (4456 downloads)
- Celebrate Easter (3900 downloads)
- Celebrate April Fool’s Day (3845 downloads)
Valentine’s Day Ideas
Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate with my men! What better time to show them how much I love them? Here are hundreds of ways to craft, bake, and make memories for Valentine’s Day!
Recipes
15. Tip Junkie Food has TONS recipes for baking as well as dinner recipes, lunch ideas, and more, all with pictured instructions to learn or how to make.
A Few To Do’s:
- Finalize your Valentine’s Day plans! If you are planning on going out, you’ll want to plan early!
- Start thinking about Easter. Will you host?
- Are you a prankster? If not, this might be a good year to start. April Fool’s Day is coming up!
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Events on Tip Junkie:
Don’t miss out… This month I am committed to promote women in business so you’ll Buy Mom Made whenever you have the chance! I’ll also be hosting FREE Giveaways! Stop by every Monday and leave a quick comment for your chance to win prizes over $75.
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