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Time Saving Tips to Get That Hour Back

March 12, 2013 by Raquel 21 Comments

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So like most of my friends in the US (Arizona excluded), I lost an hour recently due to Daylight Savings Time. Now I am so happy that it means I get an extra hour of sunshine after work over here in California, but at the same time, I kind of want that hour back.
So I decided to make a list of how I can regain that hour :

TIme Saving Tips #timemanagement

Time Saving Activity Estimated Time Savings
Pick out what you and your kids will wear tomorrow tonight and set it out 10 minutes
Make your own coffee or tea drink and take it to go instead of stopping at a coffee shop 10 minutes
Record your television program and watch it back without commercials 10 minutes (at least)
Order dinner in or pick up a dinner at a fast food restaurant for one night 15 minutes
Delegate or say no to the next request  - it is ok to say no once in a while 10 minutes
Eat on paper plates for dinner for one meal 5 minutes

 

There is an hour back! 🙂 What tips would you add to this list?

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Southern California mom who blogs about time-saving recipes, entertaining, craft, party ideas and travel. Life is about making the most of your time - don't waste it.

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  1. Michelle

    March 12, 2013 at 8:18 am

    I am still dragging from the time change! I think I am going to try to cook dinner for two nights at the same time one night this week.

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    • Organizedisland

      March 12, 2013 at 10:14 pm

      That's a great timesaver Michelle!

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    • Rabia @ TheLiebers

      March 18, 2013 at 8:56 am

      I love doing that, Michelle!

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  2. [email protected] A Pile of Scrap!

    March 12, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    Up until just a few years ago, those of us in Indiana didn't have to change our clocks, but we had this governor who thought it was the thing to do. No matter what I do, my body still feels like it's getting up at 5:00 a.m. - until Fall anyway. 😉

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    • Organizedisland

      March 12, 2013 at 10:14 pm

      He he! I know what you mean Beth! It takes me a while to get adjusted.

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  3. Michelle

    March 12, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    I swear that I "miss" that hour until the fall comes and we "fall back". Sigh...I know part of the issue is my mindset so I really tried to be more positive and embracing this year. Being able to sit at home and enjoy the daylight even when I work late is awesome!

    What's helped me the most is getting EVERYTHING ready the night before - essentially all I have to do is roll out of bed, put on my clothes and all our items are ready to be picked up so we can walk out the door. Getting my kids on board has been essential!

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    • Organizedisland

      March 12, 2013 at 10:16 pm

      Sounds like you have a great system in place Michelle! I love that you have everything ready the night before. I love that your kids are on board too - great job!

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  4. Akaleistar

    March 12, 2013 at 4:53 pm

    Great tips!

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  5. Tamara

    March 13, 2013 at 11:34 am

    I heard somewhere that it takes someone up to a week to adjust to the time change. I don't remember it being such a big deal, but this is the first year I'm the mom of two kids! One (the baby) totally adjusted and is waking up at normal times. The older one is getting up when it's even earlier and darker. What's her deal?!

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    • Organizedisland

      March 13, 2013 at 3:04 pm

      Aw, I guess we all need time to adjust. I agree - it takes me at least a week! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  6. Megin

    March 14, 2013 at 8:55 am

    I love it ~ great title! This time change is killing me this time around...
    I found you today thru The Taylor House Linky. I hope you get a chance to stop by my blog and leave a comment, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    http://www.vmg206.blogspot.com

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    • Organizedisland

      March 14, 2013 at 3:01 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Megin! 🙂

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  7. Cafe Pasadena

    March 14, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    I Like your tips!

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    • Organizedisland

      March 15, 2013 at 6:43 am

      Thank you! AHave you adjusted to the time change?

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  8. [email protected]

    March 15, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    That is really cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Ann

    March 15, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    What a great idea--so many people complained about losing that hour. Makes me think there are more "little" ways to find time too! Thanks!

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    • Organizedisland

      March 17, 2013 at 11:55 am

      Yes, I agree Ann! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  10. Xenia

    March 15, 2013 at 10:48 pm

    Are you for hire? Because I seriously need organization lol Love love these tips - I used to do picking out clothes the night before!

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    • Organizedisland

      March 17, 2013 at 11:56 am

      LOL I would love to help you Xenia!

      Reply
  11. Rabia @ TheLiebers

    March 18, 2013 at 8:58 am

    Great ideas!! I really miss that hour!

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  12. Sherelle

    March 19, 2013 at 10:16 am

    I need to start picking out my outfit the night before to save myself some time! Great tips!

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