A House of Order

by Daryl V. Hoole

Book by Hoole, Daryl V

80 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1984

Reviews

[Sheralie · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite homemaking book to date. A short, old-fashioned read, this book illuminates why we ought to take care of our homes, and how it will add to our happiness and of those we love. Her cornerstone-foundation- analogy of taking care of ourselves, as well as the basic needs in a home is worth reading the book alone. Her last chapter, "Be of Good Cheer" is an anti-depressant in itself.

Full of practical suggestions, inspirational quotes, spiritual perspective and wisdom after raising 8 children, Daryl knows what works and wants to help us all. This is not full of details about cleaners and scrubbing, but about motivation and systems.

I first read this book about 6 years ago, and have read it about 80 times since (sometimes every week, sometimes monthly). I wish I was joking. Whenever I need to sharpen the saw, or if my home is running badly, I turn to this book. It has revolutionized and simplified my efforts, leaving me more time and energy for what is most important.

A side note, this book was written several decades ago and assumes that a woman is at home taking care of her children...

[Myra Marangi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Before I read this book, my house was SO unorganized and chaotic! This brought a wonderful gospel perspective to keeping my house in order.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was definitely written back when you didn't have to worry about offending people : )
Daryl Hoole gives some straight forward, practical, and useful suggestions, methods, and ways to conquer clutter, confusion, and disorganization in a home that is used daily by a big family. I loved it and felt it very motivating. She actually had a BIG family, so that is one reason her advice is worth listening to.