I don't like mess, but I hate the 'drain' of cleaning it up more.
I was going to fill you in about creating a plan that I could stick to, how getting on top of the housework would help me to build good habits and clear my mental clutter.
S0, I put a little teaser out on my The Potato Sack Diet Facebook page and I got a response from a friend that changed my thinking... and this post.
She told me to look up The Fly Lady.
So I did.
Here's what I found... hope and a road map.
This woman (who was also hopeless at keeping house) figured out a way to make it happen, to organise herself and then she wrote a book about it and then created a HUGE online following.
It all starts with cleaning out your kitchen sink, and I mean until it gleams. Then it follows with basically getting up and dressed in the mornings and doing a little each day.
She talks about 'hot spots' those terrible places where junk continually accumulates in your house. We all have them, and I probably have about 5!
She is calm, she is in charge and she cares.
So, I'm not going to pontificate about how to clean your house. I'm just about those potatoes, but if cleaning your house is going to help you let go of those potatoes, I suggest you check her out too.
I will let you know how it goes. This is a high wall for me to scale. It's been a life long struggle. I want to beat this thing. I'm going to ditch the CHAOS (can't have anyone over syndrome) and embrace pride in my home.
Thanks to Shannon for the suggestion! This is why I'm doing this, to build a community that cares and shares its collective resources.
I've thought about starting one of those Facebook groups where different people can chime in with goals, progress and tips but I'm still not sure about that. If you have an opinion, please let me know.
In the meantime, I am here to grow and I hope you are too.
My goal is to one day provide 'hope and a roadmap' to others.
If you are enjoying this website, please comment, like and share!
I'd also love to hear the little things you are doing to let those potatoes go!
See you soon,
Heather xoxox
(With a gleaming sink and husband who thinks she is mad!)
photo credit: After this, I give up. Probably. via photopin (license)
I can't stand housework, too Heather! But I think I hate the mess more - I don't mind it in other people's houses, mind you; I just find I can't think straight if it is my house. I have a routine of things I do every day to keep it tidy: make my bed, pack the dishwasher after dinner and unpack it before going to work. Keep the kitchen bench clutter and crumb free. Also getting the kids to put their toys away before bed. But everyone needs to keep to the standard that works for them - our only rule should be not to judge them in theirs. 😎
ReplyDeleteI agree with that! I always feel more at home in a 'lived in' house. I'm not so good at getting the kids to do their bit, but especially in the holidays, I crack up about every few days and then its 'actions stations' and they all have to pitch in. I do want to figure out a way to get a little better and raise my standards. I like the idea I read of setting a timer and just working on one area for 15 minutes to clear some clutter. I think baby steps for me! Thanks for your thoughtful comments. xoxox
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