It must be spring! I am on a cleaning and organizing binge. But there is too much for me to do in just one day or even one weekend for that matter.

I have developed a two list method to tackle spring cleaning that is working well for me.

I have my standard “to do” list which I prepare daily. And now I have my “to do when I have time” list which is ongoing.

Every time I come across something that needs fixing, organizing, cleaning, or some other sort of attention - it goes on list number 2. If there is a particular drawer or closet that needs a rehaul, it goes on the list. Recently, a few of the throw pillows in our family room burst at the seams (apparently the boys had a few too many pillow fights!) Mending went on the to do when I have time list.

If I don’t make a list of these little “special projects” then I will promptly forget.

But the key to this system lies in moving one special project from list number 2 to list number 1 on a regular basis (daily, weekly, whatever works for you). In this situation a third list - called “Honey Do” - can also be very useful!

If you have any spring cleaning tips that work, please comment!