Mission Organization....Impossible?

It is no surprise to those of you that know me.....I am not an organized person. I wish I was more organized but apparently wishing does not change things. Only discipline and hard work does. And that is where my procrastination and rebellious side steps in.

Growing up, my mother ran our house with clock work precision and incredible organization. I am the oldest of four children. My mother also watched other children at times to bring in a little extra income. And then there was the year that my three cousins came to live with us. That year there were 9 kids eating dinner several nights a week at our house. Looking back at how my mother handled everything I am in awe. I only have 2 kids and while they are truly blessings, they can drive my to the point of distraction sometimes. I did not understand when I was younger why my mom did things they way she did. We had a closely guarded routine. Time to get up, eat, school, homework, dinner, baths, bed. It was the same every day. Well, except for Wednesdays when we went to church. Church fit between dinner and baths. But the house ran like a well oiled machine. And while my dad is a great guy......I have to give credit for the house running smooth to my mother. And my mom cooked us every meal we ate. I think she is wonder woman. Anyway...... I am realizing that while at times I am like my mom, the things I want to be like her....are not. Unfortunately I am like my dad. Procrastinator, easily bored, flighty at times, spontaneous (not as much as I used to be), and a little messy. That list does not make for good examples to my kids. So I have decided to put myself on a routine. I may not like it but I am sure that after I get used to it I will be glad that it has made my life easier. And so I am off to make my lists and schedule. And since I am a results driven person..... I will also make a list of rewards. Rewards like reading during the boys naps instead of cleaning. So if any of you have any ideas or want to share.....please feel free. I could use some help and suggestions.

And maybe one day down the road my two boys will be telling their wives about how awesome their momma was at running a house. I sooooooooo want that to be the case instead of them being grateful to be out of here. Oh! And I want them to be calling me to ask how to make their favorite dish so they can get their wives to make it. That image is enough to make me want to do and be better.

***A side note.......if my three year old pees or poops in his pants again...... I might explode!***