Yesterday was the first day of school for my two boys. Although yesterday was my first emotional first day, I love the beginning of school. It’s such a great time for a fresh start. And I wanted to to start my guys off right.
So, when they came home and I asked them to put their backpacks and shoes away, this is what I got:
Messy Mudroom
This was not good for the First Day of School Fresh Start I was hoping for.
But if I hadn’t given them a clear spot for their backpacks, how could I expect them to put them in the right spot each day?
And when I cruised over to the Organizing Junkie’s blog and saw how nice her backpack station was, I knew I had to take a picture and make a change right away.
So, while the guys were in school this morning, I went through the clutter and found quite a few things to give to friends, lots of things to donate, many items that were in the wrong place to begin with and, yes, even plenty of items for the trash.
Here’s what the boys will find when they return home this afternoon:
Much better mudroom
The guys are too small to hang their packs, but at least they will have a clear spot for setting them.
I’m pretty proud of my hat hanger, by the way. I just took a long piece of ribbon, looped it on top and attached the hats with clothespins. Now we can see our hats and actually wear them!
Disclaimer: The stack on the bench is waiting to be mongrammed and go to school with my youngest in September.
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