If we are going to be rushing to an activity, I try to have some soup at hand, chili, or other healthy prepared foods that they can heat up if they are hungry before we have to leave.Nora McChesney, Valencia

I clean the shower while I'm in the shower. I put conditioner in my hair and let it sit while I wash the glass shower doors, and I buy the Smucker's pre-made peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for easy lunch packing.Cindy Cipoletti, Butler

I make sure my kids have three weeks worth of underclothes and enough regular clothes to go at least two weeks so that I don't have to do laundry each week.Susan Knechtel, Pittsburgh

Before I begin to work on a recipe, I fill the sink with hot, sudsy water. Then I gather together everything I will need for the recipe, ingredients as well as cooking utensils. I measure out the ingredients and put them away immediately. By the time my food item is either in the oven, refrigerator or sitting on the counter, everything is cleaned up, including the dishes.Shirley Tate, Karns City

Through online banking, I have set up all of my accounts, except church and local taxes, and in just a few minutes a month, all of my bills are paid online on the days that I want them to be paid. I am also able to manage my bank accounts and balance the checkbook in just a few minutes a month. Once the account is set up through your local bank, the rest is very easy.Mark Witouski, Cranberry Township

I pack and make lunches the night before. I also plan a weekly menu on Sunday and write out a grocery list at the same time.Amy Swarts, Forward Township