Daily I take notes of things I need to do for the day. I also take notes daily about my long term goals. I find writing quick notes helps me stay on task, and focus on the big picture. I also am a visual learner. If I make a note of an item, it helps me remember the item later on. And lastly, I feel I have ADD and always need to multi-task. Recording on paper helps me focus.
All these things means I use a lot of paper.
I save all paper that is blank on one side instead of putting them in the paper recycle bin. I shove them in a large envelope until I have lots.
When I have a stack I cut the papers into various sizes. Usually half and 1/4 of the sheet I cut the paper and staple them together to make note pads. I strategically place them around my home and my classroom.
I keep some papers in an envelope for my children to use for drawing. Anyone with kids knows how much money one can spend on paper!
After I am finished with my note paper, I rip it into little pieces for my recycle bin.
