I usually wake up some time around 6, and then leave the house with our kindergartener around 8:20 or so. So we usually have 2 hours and a little extra most mornings. We use the time to have breakfast, pack lunch and get both kids ready (once they're up)... and if there's extra time, I usually do the dishes or pick up a bit.

If I'm up late, I'll set the alarm for 7:15 and cut corners to get on track (don't shave, make a simpler breakfast, etc.). Those morning are much more stressful though.... an hour isn't enough time for us to get it all done plus pack lunch! We've tried packing lunches at night, but the kids don't eat the food as well that way...

How many hours before you walk out the door do you wake up?