HomeHaven says howdy and welcome to my world!
Working at simplifying my life has been an ongoing adventure and TASK.
I've tried about everything to make when I'm OUT and ABOUT easier and streamlined.
My TRAVELING OFFICE:
I've carried a Briefcase.
I've used a lighter weight briefcase, attache.
Totebag.
Notebook.
Folder.
Clipboard.
Engineer's Clipboard.
Basket.
Basket with handle.
I've returned to my tried and true ENVELOPE.
It works for me real well.
Start out with a business size envelope.
Fold flap in.
Jot down notes on the outside of envelope of where you need to go, what you need to do and what items you need to pick up!
Slip inside the envelope the letters/bills that have to be mailed at the post office along with coupons you might use while shopping. Order forms to turn in, disc with pictures needed copied, etc. are easily in one place to find. I like to put my shopping receipts in the envelope to return home with me.
When I'm OUT and ABOUT and have a thought that I need to jot down, the envelope is handy. Usually I have clipped an ink pen to the envelope or it's resting inside.
Back to the Home Front.
Home Office being downsized.
I use a Vinyl Folder with pockets.
Left side pocket holds all incoming bills, Greeting Cards, Thank you notes that will need tended to.
Right side pocket is for receipts that are grouped together for the existing year that will eventually be filed away in a larger file box.
I don't have a picture of these, but along time ago I read that envelopes that mail comes in to my residence can easily be recycled by using them to jot notes down on.
Think twice before throwing the envelopes away. I can't tell you how many times I've used envelopes to jot notes on. In a small way I'm being GREEN and very practical.
My older brother use to make his own envelopes out of magazine pages/pictures. As a High Schooler, I thought this was SOOOOOO CooooooL.
Any suggestions or ideas?
~Deanna~
Genesis 1: 1-3
1) IN the beginning GOD created the heaven and the earth.
2) AND the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. AND the SPIRIT of GOD moved upon the face of the waters.
3) AND GOD said, Let there be light: and there was light.
3 comments:
What a great idea! I never would have thought of something so practical. My 'traveling office' is the mess in my purse. I'll have to try your way-it sounds much more organized:).
Blessings,
Kim
HI!!!
I LOVE THAT IDEA!!!!
I'm a BIG note taker, and I love it when I leave hoem with my note and attachments as well!!! Coupons, etc.
If I do not make a list, I always forget to do something!!! Today was a very good day as far as errands go, for the reason I was out bright and early--not so good, a blog post coming soon.
hugs,
jamie
I have to agree that your envelope office is the best yet! The engineers clipboard used always somehow get in the way, guess because it was plastic and would slide around on the seats and console.
When the office gets all marked up, you just throw it away and get a clean fresh one (for pennies).
Very creative. I have learned so many neat things and short cuts from you over the years.
Rg.
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