My husband and I live in a sweet little rancher home; a mere 1500 square feet, and it would seem more than possible to have it ready for company (Tea) at any given time. After all, it is not a large space to clean or keep tidy. But, (and here's the rub!) we both work from home, and the activity of our two businesses lends itself to constant upheaval! To add insult to injury, I suffer from chronic health problems that leave me exhausted a great deal of the time, so if I let the housework slide for even a short period, it isn't long before I feel completely overwhelmed.
Several years ago I compiled a list of household chores, organized them according to the days of the week, and the different rooms in the house, with space for checking items off once they have been accomplished. I laminated it and hung it on my refrigerator. When I kept to the schedule it took a minimal amount of time each day to keep the housework to a dull roar. The key of course, is to keep to the schedule.
So what are YOUR secrets to keeping things in order? How DO you manage it? (apart from hiring a maid, which I would love to do, but isn't about to happen! :) ) Any tidbits of wisdom would be gratefully acknowledged and accepted!
I have no idea!!! The only way I can keep things in order is to have a specific place for an item. If not, I have no idea. I like your idea of having a laminated list to keep on your fridge. I need to do that. I'm afraid that I don't do much unless I know I am having company. I do try to keep things picked up, but when it comes to dusting & vacuuming, it's not as often as I would like. I'm pretty lazy.
ReplyDeletefirst, i love those teacups! second, so excited about you organizing! love it!
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Well my friend, I love the idea for your cleaning schedule. I have finally reached that time in life where it is just the two of us...my honey and me! I have taken an early retirement and thoroughly enjoy my home and free time...cleaning is usually not an issue, however I sure can make a mess while I'm in the middle of one of my projects! Hehe!
It's so very nice to meet you!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
PS...I am adding your delightful blog to my list of blog follows and look forward to getting to know you, my friend!
I wish I had an organizational plan. We have a housecleaner every 2 weeks and things get straightened up when she comes, but it doesn't last. During my summer vacations I work on reorganizing what I organized the last vacation. But I do LOVE a plan and I do LOVE to organize - if only I could keep to them. I like your check-off list. Maybe if I could tear myself away from blogland long enough.....
ReplyDeleteI don't do much unless I know I am having company.
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