tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20694468819743681.post7217884337813829260..comments2024-03-26T00:14:13.034-07:00Comments on Judith's Mama: Days 2 & 3Kellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17422288799369594352noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20694468819743681.post-58718589205516194662011-03-12T08:24:14.417-08:002011-03-12T08:24:14.417-08:00I often read your posts about cleaning with intere...I often read your posts about cleaning with interest, since I too struggle to keep the house clean but probably have an 180 degree different perspective. I LIKE having a clean house and I LIKE cleaning. My problems are finding the time and motivation to constantly stay on top of it.<br /><br />I would like to share too! I don't have a set cleaning schedule but I do have a whole bunch of motivation tricks that I use on myself...<br /><br />The idea that a clean house is less work than a messy house. <br /><br />A clean house makes Wally (my husband) happy. <br /><br />Modeling responsible behavior for my kids and setting a clear standard. <br /><br />Lists. Crossing things off is highly satisfying for me.<br /><br />The idea that messy equals LATE. Pile of dishes = late dinner = hungry! Laundry not put away = no clothes for work = LATE!!<br /><br />Lemon essential oil. It is so yummy and I put it in all my cleaners and mop water.<br /><br />The idea of closing up shop. I'm the weirdo who LIKED working in retail.<br /><br />If I don't sweep it up, Elliot will eat it.<br /><br />That's all I got :) Don't think that if you come over my house will always be clean, but I'm making progress on my lazy self with mind tricks and I'll be following your blog to see what your experience is with scheduling. Good luck and solidarity in the war on mess!Ninahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07761637300651662310noreply@blogger.com