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Organizing My Home... Day 4

Even though today was a long day at work I knew that I needed to come home and finish Assignment #4 from Money Saving Mom before I could let myself relax and curl into bed.


I got right to work, and started with my 15 minute bathroom clean.  Wow!  I can't remember the last time I got that much cleaned in my bathroom at one time...  Usually I clean just the sink, maybe the tub one day, and the toilet the next.  Tonight I cleaned the mirror, toilet, tub, counters, swept the floor, and then cleaned the floor.  I even took the time to wash down the cabinets, baseboards, and doors.


Then I went out and moved the couches before I could back down.  Once they were moved I had to clean out from under them before I could sit on them to watch TV.  They weren't that bad, as we had just cleaned under them a few weeks ago.  Just a few milk rings and cat toys that I was able to put away where they belong, and a quick sweep underneath.  




The 7 things I got rid of today also came from closet.  Good Will is going to be getting a good donation pile from our house in the next couple of weeks!





Day 4 Assignment

::Get dressed in something that makes you feel great {there’s something about dressing in clothes that make you feel great that just gives you more energy and zest for life! Get your free copy of SarahMae’s ebook, Frumps to Pumps, if you need more motivation in this.}
::Complete your morning routine {if you don’t have a morning routine, take some time to create one today! Read my How to Develop a Routine That Works–And Stick With It series for step-by-step help.}
::Set the timer for 15 minutes and do a quick-clean of your bathroom. Need specific directions? Read this article on How to Clean Your Bathroom in 15 Minutes.
::Clean out underneath your beds and furniture. Remove clutter and trash and put it away or throw it away. Move the furniture (if possible) and vacuum underneath.
::Find 7 items to get rid of today. Throw them out, stick them in a donate or garage sale box, give them to a friend who can use them, or list them on Craigslist or eBay.

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