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How to File Paperwork
As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a second to reflect on the paperwork organization system that I’ve been trying for the past 12 months.
The set-up was really simple. I purchased a plastic bin that could accommodate hanging folders. I made a folder for each of the following categories:- Bills
- Consulting records
- Important records (birth certificates, social security cards, etc.)
- Hoss
- Receipts
- Taxes
- Cars
- Henry Medical
- Medical
- Financial
- Insurance
- Montessori
- House
- Matt
We have a separate plastic bin with file folders for warranties, manuals, etc. We have one more bin for our taxes (organized into manilla envelopes with the year written on them). (These things… Read More -
A New Tradition
For the most part, I have completely curbed all frivolous spending at the grocery store (I need to write a post about some of my new strategies for saving money while still purchasing primarily organic). But this past weekend I found myself standing in front of a display at Whole Foods (Henry was eating a piece of their free Kids’ Club fruit), longing for a beautiful, handcrafted Christmas ornament. They were $5.99 and proceeds go to an international charity. In particular, I was struck by an ornament that reminded me of Henry’s classroom at his Montessori school. It seemed like the perfect way to commemorate this year for him.I’ve… Read More -
Holiday Guests
I’m so excited about the impending holidays. We’re staying here for Thanksgiving, and my best friend and his sister (who is also our good friend) are flying in from Florida. They’ll arrive on Tuesday and Wednesday respectively. On Thursday, we’ll trek to Houston for the most delicious dinner at our friend’s house. She is the most exquisite vegetarian cook, and we always have the best time with the friends she assembles.
I asked my best friend how he wanted to spend his time during his visit in Austin, and he said he didn’t have any preferences. Although I don’t want to plan the whole visit myself, I do think it’s… Read More
