Filing Paperwork
Make filing time coincide with a favorite show that you feel guilty for taking time to watch. Most filing can be done with little thinking, and you'll get to watch your favorite show in the process. Sort the papers into categories based on your file names. Don't forget to include trash. You'll be surprised how much of the pile you won't need to keep.
Dusting
Try dusting cloth lampshades with a lint roller. It works quickly and effectively without the hassle of a vacuum.
Slip an old unmatched sock on your hand and dust as you go.
Windows and Mirrors
Use old newspapers to clean mirrors and windows. You'll have a great disposable cleaning rag and be recycling at the same time.
Vinegar is an inexpensive easy cleaner that can be used on windows and mirrors.
To prevent streaking and extra rubbing, wait for an overcast day to clean your mirrors and windows.
Cleaning Out the Refrigerator.
Briefly clean out trash and bad food each trash day morning. It only takes a few minutes to dump the stuff, and will clear out space to make cleaning easier.
Use baking soda to wipe down the inside of the refrigerator. It scrubs and eliminates odors without damaging surfaces.
Make Cleaning the Refrigerator Easier
Laundry
Make each person responsible for washing, drying, and putting away their own clothing. Write and post some basic instructions in the laundry room. Have a trial period where your trainees assist you with their clothing.
If you get truly overwhelmed by your laundry, check out a local Laundromat that will wash, dry, and fold your loads for you. These services frequently charge by the pound for laundry and aren't inexpensive, but may save you time and energy when life starts to overwhelm.
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