You know, creating a wonderful sanctuary for your family is not all about cleaning. That's really great news for those of us for whom cleaning is just not our "thang." (Insert happy dance here.)
But it's surprising how much having a clean and tidy home affects your general sense of Sanctuary. When things look nice, there is a feeling of calm that happens. It's something we all need.
I've found that when I don't have cleaning supplies handy, it's real easy for me to suppress the occasional urge to clean because it's too hard to find what I need. So in order to help me stay on top of things it's important to have my housekeeping supplies stocked and handy. That way, when I get the bright idea to clean a bathroom mirror, I can do it without breaking into hives looking for paper towels.
Today's Small Thing is to take stock of your supplies. Here's what we did last year:
I suggest keeping these supplies where you actually use them: under sinks (child-proofed, of course) or at the very least on each floor of the house or each end of the house.
Get these at a discount store to put in a caddy per bathroom (or floor level):
"Small Things" Supplies
Glass Cleaner
Surface Cleaner
Abrasive cleaner
Paper Towels
Sponges
Trash bags
Dust cloth/spray
Wisk broom/dust pan
Rubber gloves
Potty scrub-brush
Optional: Pop-up wipes (love these)
General cleaning supplies to have:
Floor cleaner
Vinegar
Disinfectant spray
Tools: brooms, mop, vacuum
Trash bags
Starting fresh with the tools you need will give you power to spend time on the things you really WANT to do, instead of feeling victimized by all the housework.
Remember, Sanctuary in the Small Things is not just about cleaning, but it's about caring for your home and the people who live in it. It's part of showing love AND helping your family members belong to the process of homemaking. I'm all over that.
POINTS: 40 for taking stock of what you have and start getting everything together!
Can you get your supplies together by Thursday, Dec. 31? How about if I throw in 30 extra points for actually putting the supplies where you need them!
P.S. WELCOME to all the new Company Girls yesterday!!! I'm so glad you're joining us!
