Fun Friday: Keeping Up In the New Year

For this week's Fun Friday, we thought we'd make it all about "Keeping Up in the New Year." 

You know what we're talking about.  With each new year comes more and more opportunities to clearly see God's grace and blessings. And with each new year, it also seems that life ushers in more and more responsibilities.  So, whether you're in college and learning to manage your time, a young professional looking to polish up your organizational skills, a mom with little ones at home, or an empty nester with some freedom on your horizons...we've got some ideas for you.  Go on, check 'em out!

1.  Take God's Word with You Where'er You Go:





With an overwhelming amount of us using "smart" objects like iPhones, iPads, tablets, etc...there's no excuse for us to not have access to God's Word daily.  Here are some of our favorite apps for your "smart" product:
YouVersion is a great site for Bible apps and reading plans, all FREE.
Topical Memory System by NavPress is another FREE app specifically for helping you memorize Scripture!
For the more traditional folks (like myself) LifeWay has these Pocket Bibles for $5.  You can't beat $5 for the life-giving word of God!  

Source: liesyoungwomenbelieve.com via Carrie on Pinterest


2. Free Printable Organizers: 




DesignFinch.com did a round up of her favorite FREE printable planners and organizers, and boy oh boy are they fun!  There are way cute designs for daily/weekly planners, meal schedules, cleaning charts, and more.  Use them just like they are or make them fit your needs...either way, go pick one out & get to planning!



3.  A Well Run Home:
We found a great article from The Stressed Mom outlining 10 important "habits" for a well run home.  What's really neat about this post is that the habits outlined here are super practical for all women.  It's obviously geared towards mom's, but any woman would do well to begin implimenting these practical steps into her daily routine.  Proverbs 31, here we come ;)


3.  Spring Cleaning Anyone?
Oh yes, that time of year is just around the corner...and we hope that all able-bodied folks take part in cleaning at least every once in a while; wink, wink!  Check out this post to get some amazing suggestions on those hard to clean items in every home!


4.  Creative Organizing:
Most often with spring cleaning, comes re-organizing.  Organizing Made Fun has come up with some really fun and creative ways to use household items to re-organize your home.  Get ready to see what cool things you can do with buckets, velcro, and curtain rods!


                                                                             
                                                                                   

Source: designfinch.com via Carrie on Pinterest

...want a few more ideas on making DIY organizers??
Go here to see how to turn diaper boxes into storage bins.
Go here for ideas on how to store your scarves.
Go here to learn how to make your own cutsey magazine holders.



5.  Planning Turned Wall-Art:

If you're looking for organization that serves a dual purpose (like having a practical function and looking pretty on your wall at the same time), then look no further.  We found this fun Menu Board Tutorial that would be beautiful hanging in your dorm room or in your kitchen.  If you don't love chalk, try this Dry Erase Calendar made with monochromatic paint chips.  They're both super creative ways to keep your meal plan, daily schedule, or to-do lists right where you can see them!      


So from the Women's Life Office to you, may these little tips & tricks help you as you keep on keeping on in 2013!


Have ideas of your own to offer? Leave your thoughts or suggestions in the comments below! 





Source: fussymonkeybiz.blogspot.com via Carrie on Pinterest

 

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