I have tried out all sorts of chore plans over the years, and I have enjoyed them all for a season, but I like to mix things up a bit now and then. So today I devised a way to make our chore time less stressful during the summer months. Here is what I came up with. You might recognize it from your studies through the pioneers...
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Monday
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Wash & Iron Day
Use the clothes line, weather permitting. Laundry room should be cleaned and organized between washing loads. Clothes should be ironed and hung up. Drawers should be organized and all items should be put away.
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Tuesday
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Market Day
This is the day to run all my errands including trips to the grocery store and library. Food should be put away when brought home. Organize the fridge, cupboards and pantry’s at this time. Weekly Menu’s should be posted.
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Wednesday
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Food Prep & Sewing Day
Food bought yesterday should be prepped and bagged. Freezer meals should be assembled. Mending and Sewing should be done today. Tidy up Sewing Room on this day.
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Thursday
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Gardening & Family Day
After weeding the garden, go for some family fun with ideas like: The Zoo, Museum of Art, Downtown Library, Park, Botanical Gardens, Drive-In Movies, Picnic @ the Park, YMCA, Indoor Picnic & Movie Day, Board Games, Grandma's Campground, Swimming at the KOA Campground.
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Friday
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Cleaning Day
Today is the day to clean the whole house, top to bottom. Check the yard & van as well. The garage can be straightened if needed. Yard work includes cutting the lawn and weeding.
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Saturday
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Baking Day & Projects Day
Get bread for the week baked, cakes or cookies for functions, and prepare meals for the freezer not already done on Wednesday. Prepare a meal for Sunday so you can rest!
Today is also the day for projects. Examples include Cleaning out the garage, Painting, Cleaning the Yard, Home Improvements etc...
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June 27, 2009 - home school