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Christian, Homeschooling Mom of 2, Photography Lover, Southerner, Blogger, Encourager, and Prayer Warrior. I love sweet tea, my Nikon, cooking, & traveling.
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Thursday, August 19, 2010
The Home Engineer: Clean 'Er Out!
I'm big on keeping my Odyssey clean so I have a few tips for you.
1. Have toys that are scattered all over the floor? Not anymore! Use "box's" or small rubbermaid bins. We keep all the toys and books that stay in the car in these. Each child has their own "box". So for us, we have two box's that stay in the car. They even are labeled. (I know, a little OCD). Once they are finished playing with a toy or reading a book, it goes back in the basket. If it isn't in the basket/box once we've arrived wherever we're going, they put it in before we get out. Even my 19 month old is getting the hang of this. It only takes a few seconds and you come back to a clean car.
2. Have a schedule for getting your car cleaned/washed. I wash my car once a week, usually on the same day so I'll remember (Wednesdays). I vacuum it out once its done, Windex the windows, clean the leather with a rag and leather cleaner, dust off the dashboard, etc.
3. Keep portable trash-bags in your car. As families, we go through lots of trash, even in the car. So, have something handy to keep the trash in till you arrive and can throw it out. I use "Sack Tossers" from Walmart but found this super cute trash bag and think I might have to get one or two.
So, can you do it? Show before and after pics on your blog. I'd love to check them out! Ready, Set, "Clean 'Er Out!"
(Some other great resources for keeping your car organized and clean):
http://www.roadandtravel.com/autoadvice/2005/clutterfreecars.htm
http://personal-organization.daytimer.com/car-organizers/0/False/1
http://www.parents.com/parenting/moms/must-have-car-organization-gear/
http://www.the-organizing-boutique.com/car-organization.html
























