I love summer chores...

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Since I've become a SAHM (Stay At Home Mom) this past month we've incorporated daily chores for the boys. I think this is the main reason the R Love isn't as pleased with me being home full-time now, even though he won't admit it. Even though these same chores are the ones that have always been required, I have now just put it into writing and separated it by day. Each kid has their own age-appropriate chores that are spread throughout the week and definitely help me out a lot. The lists are on handy note cards and clipped/magnetic to their whiteboard that has daily reminders and updates. I also use our whiteboard to show Grayson what letters to look for his days of the week clothes (another post). These few small changes have helped give the little loves independence and a sense of responsibility. They know they have to get these done before any summer screen time can occur. We are so blessed that most days don't involve TV time because once the boys get done with their chores, they are wanting to be outside and playing. Even when it's 110 Degrees outside, thank goodness for popsicles! Here are a list of each loves chores and which day. If you notice, yes they are "basic" hygiene steps but I am trying very hard to not "nag" them and that they learn that these items should happen everyday! LOL

Monday-
R Love:
Vacuum
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Deodorant
Make Bed
Pick up Bedroom
Clean Out Shavings and Replace
Take Out Recycle Bins
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Pick Up Toy Room and Living Room
Feed Chickens

Tuesday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Pull Sheets Off Bed & Put @ Back room
Clean out poop from calves pens
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Take In Recycle Trash Cans
Take Dirty Clothes to Back Room
Feed Sage

Wednesday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Wipe Down Bathroom
Take Out Trash Cans
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Pick Up Toys
Feed Chickens
Take out BOTH bathroom trash cans

Thursday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Make Bed
Take In Trash Cans
Pick Up Rooms
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Pick Up Toys
Feed Sage

Friday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Make Bed
Vacuum
Clean Pens
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Dust Living Room
Pick Up Living Room
Feed Chickens

Saturday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Make Bed
Set out clothes for Sunday/Fill Weekly Days of the Week Bins
Sweep Patios (BOTH) Front and Back
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Set Out Clothes for Sunday
Feed Sage
Pick Up Toys @ Backyard

Sunday-
R Love:
Feed Animals
Water Animals
Brush Teeth
Deodorant
Shower
Make Dessert for Dinner
Sweep Garage
G Love:
Brush Teeth 2X
Shower
Make Bed
Wipe Counters
Feed Chickens
Set Table for Dinner

These chore lists have seriously been so helpful the past month being home! It's given me leverage on being able to ask them if they've completed their chores and also given them a sense of routine and that they know what is expected of them. Granted, I do add chores in there as fit. Such as having them help mop the floors or if something gets dirty during the week that they help out as needed. It's been so fun to also watch them help each other on their chores to make sure they can both go and play. Summer time is so fun and I am enjoying staying home with them. What kind of chores do you have at your house? Share your tips and tricks below!








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