Counting Outlets

We've all heard about the sleep aid--counting sheep. I've had trouble with this because my eyes follow the sheep over the fence and back to find the next sheep. I feel like an old-fashioned type-writer. Over, ding and back. Over, ding and back. Over, ding and back.

I have found something that works better. Counting outlets. Not outlet malls but actual electrical outlets in my home.

As much as the people who designed your dwelling knew about their business and as much as they tried to think of everything, you-having lived with your stuff in your space and knowing how many extension cords you have running behind and under things-know better.

So, here you go, the next time you have trouble falling asleep, think about this one detail of a total remodel. Where would you like the outlets, phone jacks and TV cables? This list works wonders for me. The first couple of nights you might make it through your whole house but by the end of the week, you'll be lucky to get through your bedroom and master bath.

Plus this way you are planning for the future. You might have a chance to remodel, right? You could win lottery or something. People do, right? I've seen it on TV anyway.

Sweet dreams.