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Chris Parker's avatar

Oh the joys of domestication. I maintain a very neat, orderly, organized home. Keeping that very neat, orderly, organized home actually clean? Well that's a different matter. Everything is in its place, but that place does not remain dust, dirt or hair free. I have four inside dogs. But two of them are cats. They just think they're dogs. Adding to the challenge of keeping a clean household, is the fact that not one of my furry babies will assist in any household chore. And none will accept responsibility for "accidents". As you say, we are all hearing a different drum. I'm on my second drummer though. My first one had a nervous breakdown.

Thanks for sharing your efforts and experiences in this regard. Gives me something to aspire to. Such a great article.

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Beth Broderick's avatar

Lol!!!! AS long as y'all are happy that is all that matters!!! Always nice to hear from you!

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Lorraine Ruth Rosenberg's avatar

I just adore this for so many reasons, as always so many little nuances that make these antidotes beyond relatable, but also as someone who spit personality when it comes to cleaning aka work/home. I say this buried in a pile of IKEA duvets for future dresses as I attempt to organize the fabric collection I’ve accumulated over the years

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Beth Broderick's avatar

You crafty types are usually pretty loaded up with supplies. Comes with the territory I think. But oh the beautiful things you make!

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deanne's avatar

my comment should be erased and written again as I wrote it on my cell and I can't do that. I meant to say without typos that whenever I read about cleaning I probably fall short of fanatic. Since my stepmother was that, and by nature I am casual, my childhood was a nightmare around cleanliness bordering on obsession . I have managed to improve by necessity but ocd in that area is repugnant to me.

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deanne's avatar

makes me feel

annoyed and guilty. i had a child hood exact opposite where upu had to even clean a drop of water so i have had to grow from messy to less messy my cleaning lady jamgs up

my clothes! thrilling

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Beth Broderick's avatar

Like I said. We are all hearing our different drum when it comes to cleaning and that's all good! xoxox

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laura Everyday Edits's avatar

As a real estate agent I have seen it all. My pet peeve is when toilet plungers and brushes are in plain sight. Tuck them in a cabinet. Oh it just makes me gag. We don't know to see your bathroom habits! ha. Happy Day. laura

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