BASIC TRAINING

1. If you open it, CLOSE IT! 

2. If you turn it on, TURN IT OFF! 

3. If you unlock it, LOCK IT! 

4. If you break it, FIX IT! 

5. If you can’t fix it, CALL SOMEONE WHO CAN! 

6. If you borrow it, RETURN IT! 

7. If you use it, TAKE CARE OF IT! 

8. If you make a mess, CLEAN IT UP! 

9. If you move it, PUT IT BACK!

10. If it belongs to someone else, GET PERMISSION TO USE IT! 

11. If you don’t know how to operate it, LEAVE IT ALONE!

12. If it doesn’t concern you, DON’T MESS WITH IT! 

This helpful list is adapted from Ann Landers' original list of household rules.  Home making requires we instruct in some "Basic Training."  Feel free to print and post in a prominent area.