Dirt where no dirt has gone before

minimalistmommy@organizingconnection.com — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:46:30 GMT

Well enough with the whining and growling, I must tackle the oh so fun job of spring cleaning. I sheepishly admit that I was perplexed why this yearly chore was even needed. I used to say "how dirty could it be if you kept the house clean on a regular basis?". Now before you hit the send button on that hate mail let me remind you this was pre-kids coupled with an efficient housekeeper. Fast forward 3 years and you could play a mean game of tick tack toe on any given piece of furniture (exception being the highchairs). We also burn wood in an oversized stove in our kitchen.... Cozy...yes, Clean...not so much. I have now given a great deal of thought into this chore and wanted to ensure that nothing goes untouched. If I am going to waste a good portion of my spring like weather I might as well have a spotless house to show for it.

When I tackled my regular chores I would write down any job, big or small on a list under the appropriate room. There were so many times that I thought of a task to complete and knew I would not remember this on the day of cleaning. Case in point that grate at the bottom of the fridge, nasty nasty place. My list is very detailed and precise but I can simply refer to this to ensure that every nook and dirty cranny are scrubbed to the bald mans approval and the list adds the sense of accountability that I need to stay focused.

Please refrain from sending e-mails offering therapy as well. I have acknowledged the problem and actively working on it.

I will be sharing my spring cleaning progress and cleaning tips now that it looks like spring is actually going to happen.

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Dirt where no dirt has gone before