4. Pack lunches and set out lunch money.

5. Have everyone prepare his or her briefcase, backpack and purse, and place them by door.

6. Install a key hook by door and make sure your keys are on it.

7. Keep TV and radio off (unless you have a small child, then it can be a much-needed sitter while you get dressed). They're too distracting and can cause you to run late.

8. Let answering machine pick up phone. You can screen calls and only answer truly important ones.

Have a stress-free morning tomorrow!

2. Communicate regularly (not just once) with your child about WHAT they do online and WHO they talk to online. If you have actually met friends they are talking to in person, you'll know it is OK for them to chat with them online.

3. Take computers out of kids' rooms and put them into public areas such as family room. Many parents think they are helping with homework by giving kids a computer, but it also opens certain dangers that you may be unaware of.

4. Choose your child's screen name, email address or instant message name wisely - don't' reveal ages, sex, hobbies, and CERTAINLY NOT suggestive or sexy names. Predators are more likely to pursue a child with screen name "sexyteen5" than "happygirl5"

5. Use technology to help you protect your child. Monitoring software gives you ability to review your child's Internet usage. Even if you don't look at each and every email or instant message they send, you'll have a good idea if they are making smart choices online.

The Internet can open many doors and provide useful information for children. An aware and informed parent can help keep children safe.