I recently saw an interview with Kelly Williams Brown about her new book, Adulting. she also has a blog, at www.adultingblog.com. I've been reading through some of her "468 easyish steps" to becoming an adult. her blog is fun to read!
it got me to thinking, what are some steps or things that we do that are "adultish"? some of her steps/guidelines include wiping up a spill instead of leaving it to get crusty or spend time tidying up while you're waiting on something in the microwave: common sense stuff... another one that I'm reading right now is "There does not have to be a truth commission every time you have an argument". earlier today I read one about hiring a professional cleaner to come out and show you tricks on how to get your house clean and keep it that way. she had a good tip about using Dawn and warm water to clean practically everything that she learned from her housecleaner.
anyway, what are some tips to "adulting" that you've learned along the way?
some of mine:
do the dirty pots and pans that night (don't leave them for tomorrow, especially if they have bacon grease).
put the dirty dishes in the dishwasher and set it on delay start in the morning; that way, you can keep adding to it while you're getting ready and it'll automatically run while you're gone!
keep an umbrella in your car and in your office.
have a pair of flats/comfy shoes available, in case your H wants to go for a romantic stroll downtown.
don't let old flowers sit in the vase until they turn into mush. they will really stink.
have Thank You cards stashed in your drawers at work, and a collection of cards (thanks, sympathy, wedding, baby, birthday, graduation, etc.) at home.
keep hostess or "SURPRISE" gifts ready at home (bottle of wine, nice candle, gift card). there have been SO MANY TIMES I was surprised with an event that I needed a gift, but didn't have one available.
keep a little bit of cash tucked away somewhere in the house or in your purse.
if you borrow money or an item, pay it back or return it ASAP. if it will be more than a few days, let the person know what's up.
keep a basket of toiletries handy in the guest bathroom. you never know when your H's 3 brothers, mom, step-dad, and 57 cousins will be visiting and staying at your house and forgot to pack a toothbrush, razor, body wash, shampoo... you name it. also handy for when your H doesn't tell you he's out of deodorant at 5:45 AM.
please share your "adulting" wisdom, ladies!