Organization sometimes takes on very practical applications.
Today let's share some ideas about organizing for weeding. You see, an organized person can get at their weeding, do it faster, and keep it done much better than a person that approaches this task in a slipshod manner.
First, gather all the hand tools you will need and put them in a sturdy container (with a handle) so that each and every time you go out into your yard to work, weeding tools will be handy. I like a five-gallon plastic bucket the best. Gather or purchase a dandelion digger, a trowel, some good scissors, a pair of pruners, some nice grass clippers, a roll of green tie tape and some 2-inch diameter, 2-inch long pieces of sawed white PVC pipe (which are put next to the morning glory so you know where to spray).
Second, in addition to this kit (which might be kept near the back door so it will be easy to go out and get at the work), you will also want to buy or find two very good pairs of gardening gloves. One pair will be used right now and the other will be kept as a spare for those days when we can't find the first pair or as replacements when finger holes appear. You will also want a straw hat to keep your head, ears and face shaded, some sunscreen for the tip of our nose, and some knee pads or a good kneeling pad.
Review your assortment of larger tools such as hoes (my favorite is the Dutch style), rakes and shovels. Drill a 1/2-inch hole at the end of each tool handle, attach some nails to the garage wall, and hang these tools convenient to your door, also.
Finally, may I encourage you to divide your yard (front, back and sides) into six or so specific different areas. Then rotate tackling the weeding in the yard in order of these areas. In my particular yard, the left side is one day, the right side is another day, the front yard takes two days and the back yard takes two days. Once I have my weeds under control, a few minutes each workday morning keeps the yard looking great. This method focuses my attention on a small part of the yard and keeps the weeds from laughing at me. I know that yesterday I did section one, and today I will go on to tackle section two. When I don't get to the weeding for a day or two, I will begin with section three at the next opportunity.
With your weeding organized, you'll soon be receiving the "yard of beautification" award. You will have tackled, conquered and otherwise managed to get your weeding done just as you desire. Of course, you may want to make up weeding kits for your spouse, maybe your children and, if you live with other adults or grandchildren, maybe a little kit for them, too.
Remember to gather tools so you can carry the weeding bucket with one hand and the larger tools with the other wherever you are going to work.
Good luck this week, and happy weeding!
Marie C. Ricks is a motivational speaker and the author of a new book, "Project Organization, Quick and Easy Ways to Organize Your Life." To order her products, offer comments or suggestions, go to www.houseoforder.com. © Marie Calder Ricks/House of Order