Low Maintenance (And Fun) Lists

When I was growing up, every weekend started with 'Chores Day' for my brother, sister and I. Dusting, vacuuming, washing sinks - we all had our designated jobs to complete.

While I never wholly learn to love this day, I did form out a way to make it more fun. Without a doubt the best part of this weekly routine was writing up my Saturday Chores List. Oh yes - my chore duties never changed but this list was a must! It's as if I was born with the love of list- development built right into my Dna.

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So what is it that I love about lists so much?

I love giving thoughts a home. A place where I can refer back to them. And I love that when you give thoughts a home even more wonderful, creative, inspired thoughts bubble to the surface.

I love the sense of accomplishment when crossing things off my list (the driving force behind my immature list-making!)

Another imagine is that remembering things stresses me out. If my head fills with more then 3 items I have to buy at the store I'm done for. This kind of remembering crowds out other important stuff and as a matter of fact creates more anxiety-producing thoughts.

And who needs that kind of anxiety? I sure don't. And I know you don't whether so in honor of my love of lists, I've decided to derive my beloved lists in - a list! - for your reference.

Low Maintenance (and Fun!) Lists

Weekend/Day Trip List - Keep a stockpile of getaways handy for the next time you need to head out of town.

Groceries/Target List - I keep a sticky pad of paper and pen near my fridge to capture these regular household items (Ok this one isn't that fun but its easy!)

Movies to See List - Keep a running list of the new and old movies you'd like to check out. Netflix is fabulous for this but a piece of paper will suffice too.

Nourishment List - When you feel out of sorts check out this list to see what will make you feel good - a hug? A run? A long call to a good listener.

Someday/Maybe List - For all of those purchases you'd like to make, inventions you'd like to patent, books to read, experiences you'd like to have.

Packing/Camping List - Keep this list electronically and you'll soon know the core categories of what you need to pack every time you leave your home.

Things to do with my (partner, kids, ___ ) List - No explanation necessary!

Wine List - For all of you wine lovers keep a notebook handy to note your beloved wines as you enjoy them. Bring this notebook on any wine expeditions or shopping trips.

Rainy Day List - For those random projects and activities that are best saved for rainy days - jigsaw puzzle anyone?

Connect With List - This is a list of citizen I need to call or e-mail. Anything at all - old friends, client prospects, relatives - you name it! It's all the time best to write down their numbers on the list too if you don't have them stored in your phone.

Accomplishments List - For all that you are proud of, this list is best stored in your 'Feel Good' briefcase that holds all of the extra special notes, awards, letters you've received that just make you feel good!

Low Maintenance (And Fun) Lists