Halbrowne61
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Yes, it’s a weekly event in our house , and there’s only my wife and I, and she doesn’t wear socks !
She says the washing machine hides them !!!
And today is .......
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She says the washing machine hides them !!!
Clean Up Your Room Day sweeps onto our calendars each May10. This annual, unofficial holiday encourages everyone to declutter, organize, and thoroughly clean their personal spaces to create a more relaxing and stress-free environment. It can be a popular, fun, and productive day for deep cleaning.
While today is bound to be any parent's or roommate's favourite holiday and perhaps every child's, teenager's and lazy person's nightmare – it sure comes with a commitment for change, promoting clean rooms and homes everywhere and encouraging people to collect their cleaning supplies, don their cleaning clothes and gloves, and spend the day “making change that reveals tidiness, order and serenity.”
The act of cleaning can be an emotional ritual, a coping strategy, and even a form of self-expression. Whatever it means to each of us individually, it is always for the better.
Our clutter builds up fast - on counters, in closets, and across every “I’ll put that away later” surface. If you’ve been wondering how to declutter your home without getting overwhelmed, you’re not alone. To declutter your home effectively, work room by room using simple systems like a four-box method—keep, donate, recycle, or trash—in short, focused sessions so every item has a clear decision and a permanent place. A full clear-out can feel huge, especially when you’re juggling work, family, or running a business.
Cleaning your room in Australia involves a top-to-bottom approach: declutter, dust surfaces (light fixtures, walls), clean windows/mirrors, wash bedding, and vacuum/mop floors.
Empty one small area at a time—a drawer, shelf, or box. Group similar items together (all mugs, all T-shirts, all phone chargers) so you see duplicates.
Then ask:
- Do I use this regularly?
- Do I like it or is it just “there”?
- Would I buy it again today?
- Is this worth the space and cleaning effort it takes?
- Declutter First: Remove items that don't belong, using storage solutions or donating unwanted items to local charities like Vinnies.
- Dust & Wipe (Top to Bottom): Dust ceiling fans, curtain rods, and high shelves before wiping down walls and light switches with a damp cloth.
- Windows & Mirrors: Clean glass with a streak-free cleaner or a microfiber cloth.
- Bedding: Wash sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers, and rotate your mattress.
- Floors: Vacuum carpets or mop hard floors (e.g., using a steam mop for a deep clean).
Remember the 50% decluttering rule? Put simply, the 50% rule can help you get rid of half the stuff you might be hoarding in one space, room, or location. 'Instead of stressing over every little thing, you just aim to cut it down by half.
Once you’ve finished the clean/declutter, now the goal is to maintain it with as little effort as possible. This is where ongoing minimalist habits, rather than one-off “spring cleans,” make the biggest difference.
- One-In, One-Out Rule
For clothes, toys, books, and décor, when something new comes in, choose something to donate or discard. This keeps numbers stable instead of creeping up. - Daily 5-Minute Resets
Set a timer in the evening to straighten the living area, collect dishes, and clear kitchen counters. Focus on visible clutter so your home feels instantly better. - Weekly “Reset Hour”
Once a week, walk through your home and:- Empty trash and recycling.
- Return stray items to their rooms.
- Drop off donations or load them into your car.
- Check any hotspots (entry table, dining table, kitchen island).
- Seasonal Reviews
At the change of each season, do quick passes through wardrobes, kids’ items, and decorations. This is a light version of how to declutter your home, not a full overhaul. - Involve The Whole Household
Teach kids and other family members small, clear tasks—like hanging up bags, putting shoes away, or emptying lunchboxes. Shared habits keep clutter from landing on one person.
It becomes so easy to maintain, with discipline; and life just becomes easier, day after day.
All with a declutter here, a “toss out” there ……..
Fun Facts about Cleaning Up:
- Cleaning burns calories
- Cleanliness Can Boost Creativity
- Data reveals the average woman cleans for 12,896 hours in her lifetime, And men clean an average of 6,448 hours.
- The average person spends 87% of their life indoors. That means indoor air quality matters! Regular dusting and vacuuming can help improve indoor air.
- Only 24% of couples equally share the household cleaning.
“Clean space, happy place”
"Clean your space"
"Clear your mind."
“Clean as you go”
Since it’s Mother’s Day & game day, I don’t plan to clean anything or look for the lost socks.
Same, krissy!
