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    Sigh. For over a week, I've been frantically searching my house for my son's Little League hat, because it's totally embarrassing for us to keep showing up on the ball field without it. I literally combed this place from top to bottom trying to locate the damn thing to no avail, and I'd all but given up -- until yesterday evening.

    That's when I just happened to open the top drawer of my son's dresser, and lo and behold, there was the hat. Want to know why it was there? I'd put it in that drawer a couple weekends ago -- so I wouldn't lose it. So when his next game or practice rolled around, I'd know exactly where to go to grab it and we could be on our merry way.

    But you know what? If I'd simply left it lying on top of the washing machine or kitchen island where it usually winds up -- I would've had no problem figuring out where it was.

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    This is a sponsored post by Scrubbing Bubbles.

    Hi! It’s Mindy here, from Scrubbing Bubbles. I know that busy moms have to make time for so many important things during the course of the day -- and that cleaning the bathroom doesn't always make it to the top of the priority list! I’m here to show you how you can keep the bathrooms in your home clean in minutes a day, with just a little bit of prep. These are my secrets for bathroom touch-up cleaning!

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    There are many things I look forward to about spring: Warmer weather, daffodils popping everywhere, longer days with more sunlight. But one thing I'm never excited about is spring cleaning. Everyone's talking about it right now, and it's kind of giving me a headache -- mostly because I know my home really needs it.

    So fine. Spring cleaning, SPRING CLEANING. All right already. I'll do it, but I'm not gonna like it. If only there were a website with lots of pretty pictures to motivate me... Pinterest to the rescue! Here's some inspiring spring cleaning Pinterest boards to follow if you're like me and need help getting started.

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    Our Chore BoardI just thought I'd tell you about our new chore system, because it's actually WORKING and working very well, I might add! If you're a parent, you know that with growing kids, the "systems" we put into place become outgrown, almost as fast as they outgrow their clothing! We have to keep up! Let me explain ...

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    Whether it be used for homework or for coloring the next great masterpiece, every kid needs a spot where they can get creative! Of course the kitchen table will do in a pinch, but I've found that having a designated space available certainly helps foster a bit more focus, so why not have some fun with it?

    I've put together some rather delightful inspirations (like that spiffy little nook above, a renovated closet if I'm not mistaken). Click through to see 5 more below!

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    Bunk beds are the best! They're functional AND fun, and can be a great solution to making the most out of a shared space. I like it even better when bunks go beyond the traditional stacked setup and step into a more creative realm. The scene above is a tad reminiscent of the world's coolest dorm room with a study space tucked next to the bottom bed. So smart though, right? 

    Click through to see four more creative bunk beds below:

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    Choosing the right New Year's resolution is never easy. Should you try and get fit? Pick up a new hobby? How about visiting a foreign country? Yeah, some of them sound more jazzy than others, but man do I have an easy one for you: Getting organized. Yeah, cleaning out your email inbox may be a hassle and so is organizing that junk drawer -- but what if I told you there are a whole slew of storage solutions for different rooms in your home that could make organizing that clutter a WHOLE lot easier? Yup, I know, jackpot.

    Check out these 5 must-have organization helpers worth splurging on for 2013:

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    Ah, the holidays. The decorations, the wrapping paper, the baking, the celebrating, THE MESS! If there's one time of the year when it's especially hard to keep your home tidy, it's right around the holidays. We're so busy, and there's so much going on. Should we get an extra hour or so a day just to maintain order?

    If you're feeling less-than-ready for your next holiday party or for visiting relatives, there's still a few things you can do to make your home look tidy enough. Hopefully you've invited real friends who don't judge. But just in case, here's a few tips for whipping your house into shape before the holiday guests arrive.

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    I think most people who know me would say I'm organized and maybe the slightest bit anal when it comes to my house (my minivan is a completely different story). I hate clutter, and while my house isn't always without it, for the most part you could walk in on even the worst day, and you wouldn't see too much out of place. It's what you wouldn't see, however, that's complete and utter chaos.

    I have these places within my home that are not like the others. They are the places that make me cringe when anyone dares go near them, and make me laugh out loud sometimes when I see how out of control they are. The neat freak in me sometimes wants to deal with them, but there's another part of me that likes these little random reminders of the slob I once was (just ask my college roommates). Here are the five big ones.

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    This is a sponsored post by Chase Blueprint.

    Ring in the New Year with an organized outlook and orderly house!  Together with expert organizer Peter Walsh, Chase Blueprint has some great tips for every family and every space to make organization a reality. Whether you have a messy basement, a chaotic playroom, overflowing kitchen cabinets, or a less-than-peaceful bedroom, all it takes to get started is a vision of how you want things to be. From there, it's a matter of planning - including a simple budget - to help get the job done.  With Chase Blueprint, it’s easier than ever to budget smart and inspire the whole family to get organized. Even the kids can help!

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