by Geri Moran
Anticipation and excitement runs through the minds and hearts of every school age child as summer and freedom finally arrive. The mere thought of vacation plans to visit family, friends or see other parts of our beautiful country for the first time, are thrilling.
For parents, the approach of summer camp also brings questions regarding what they should pack for camp for their child – what is too much, what is too little. Parents can contact their camp for specific packing lists and guidelines. In addition, the American Camp Association® (ACA) suggests the following guidelines for parents to keep in mind when they pack for camp:
When I receive a phone call from a new client wanting organizing help, invariably the discussion leads to a confession of “I am overwhelmed by my kid’s school papers. They start on my kitchen counters or table and spread all over my home.” Other clients admit that they throw everything away.
Somewhere in between these two thought processes is where I would like our clients to exist. The chosen organizing solution must be simple and low maintenance; otherwise, it won’t be used.
