Several years ago, a dear friend and mentor gave me Sink Reflections by Marla Cilley. In this book, Marla, who calls herself The FlyLady, gives simple steps on how to FLY out of CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome). The FlyLady can help you create doable housekeeping routines and break down overwhelming chores- she wants to teach you how to FLY (Finally Love Yourself). She will show you how to take BABYSTEPS to create routines, declutter, tackle large chores, and, most importantly, how to bless your home and your family. Her philosophy- it all starts with shining your sink.
Great read!
Revisiting this book got me thinking about routines. Most people, no matter what your organization level, have some type of routine. By this, I mean that ONE thing that you have to do to make you feel "at peace in your world" - most of the time this is something that makes no sense to others, but when it's done it makes YOU feel better no matter what chaos is going on around you. I have a couple...The FlyLady got me hooked on a clean sink. If my sink is clean (free of dishes and water spots), no matter what mess may be scattered all over the rest of my house, I feel good. Another one- I like our couch cushions to be nicely arranged on the couch and the remotes to be in "their spot". The floor can be littered, but I feel good when the couch looks comfy and inviting.
What little routines do you have that make you feel better about your surroundings? Come on---share--I know you have one!!!
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