By its very nature, this room is a no man's (or in my case, no woman's) land. It isn't exactly part of the house, but it's not outdoors, either.
As a result, this transitional area can become junky in a heartbeat. We see it only as we cruise through on the way from the car, usually shedding backpacks, shoes and umbrellas in our wake.
Oh, no problem, we think, we'll pick them up later. But we rarely make time to do that.
The good new is that this room can be both a great
long-term storage space
and a navigable entry zone. If it's organized, that is.
On the Road Pet Survival Kit
Got Fluffy ready to roll? You might want to make sure she'll enjoy the ride to your destination by packing a pet road survival kit.
The Family Ride: Kids Chores
If they're getting driven around in the car, it only makes sense that they're helping clean the car, too. This guide to age-appropriate car chores can help.
10 Steps to a Cleaner Ride
A clean family car? Sounds like an oxymoron, but it doesn't have to be. Here are 10 simple steps you can take toward enjoying a cleaner ride.
Dividing Your Garage Space
Garages are a great place to store stuff - if you parcel things out properly. This guide can help.
Garage No-Nos
A garage is a great storage spot. But there are several things you definitely
shouldn't store
here.
Family Road Trip: 10 Rules for the Road
Planning a road trip with the kids? These
10 rules of the road
can help make it a smooth ride for everyone.
Car Chores for Kids
What chores can kids help with to keep the family car clean? This
simple guide to chores by age
can help you decide.