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Zone Cleaning

Posted by Holly Nelson on Sunday, June 30, 2024, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 



This weeks Zone Cleaning:

Area 2- Kitchen/Dining Room
1. Clean refrigerator, thoroughly.
2. Clean window sills and windows.
3. Clean appliances(microwave, stove, dishwasher,oven).
4. Clean cabinet.
5. Clean/Dust decorative items.
6. Replace Vent-a-hood filter &/or clean vent-a hood.
7. Clean walls and baseboards.
8. Straighten drawers, cupboards, and cabinets.
9. Detail clean/dust/polish furniture.
10. Clean under sink.
11. Clean cobwebs.
12. Clean/Sanitize doorknobs.
13. Clean countertops(moving things)
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Happy Monday - cleaning day

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 24, 2024, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 

Monday is Cleaning Day
Click HERE to read more about what I do.

This weeks Zone Cleaning is ENTRANCE/LIVING ROOM. 
Pick a few things a day and only spend 15 minutes total.

Area 1- Entrance(Porch,Foyer,etc)/Living Room 
1. Sweep,vacuum, mop.
2. Clean cobwebs.   
3. Dust, clean furniture.
4. Rinse plant or repot. Remove dead leaves, flowers.
5. Prune bushes.
6. Rid clutter.
7. Clean baseboards.
8. Clean lightswitch plates and fans.
9. Organize coat closet.
10. Dust and clean window sills and windows.
11. Clea...

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Area Cleaning ~ Living room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 25, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
5 Minutes a day will Bless your Family!

 Living Room/Family Room
Monday~ vacuum under couch and chair cushions
Tuesday~ detail dust and clean ceiling fan and light switches
Wednesday~ clean baseboards
Thursday~ detail dust
Friday~ detail vacuum, around baseboards and moving furniture

 When you are finished add "Beauty"! A candle, fresh cut flowers from your garden, or a Bath & Body Works Wallflower. 
 
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Area Cleaning~ Bedrooms!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 20, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
Bedrooms:*Have your children do the same in their bedrooms*
Monday~ Clean under bed
Tuesday~ Dust everything!
Wednesday~ Detail clean windows, inside and out**
Thursday~ Detail vacuum
Friday~ Clean bedding, remake bed

  Add fresh cut flowers in a vase to your room!

 * Children may not like doing chores now, but they will thank you when they are on their own and realize the importance to a keep a home clean!
** For your outside windows you can use a lad...
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Area Cleaning~ Outside

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 13, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes a day is all it takes to bless your family!!

Outside:
M~ Sweep front porch, steps, walkway
T~ Sweep back porch, steps, patio, walkway, outside rug
W~ Straighten chairs, cushions, outside rug
T~ Put all toys in designated areas
F~ plant, fertilize, water flowers. 

    

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Area Cleaning ~ Bathrooms

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 23, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Monday~ organize under cabinet are/ or linen closet
Tuesday~ De-clutter top of counter/sink area
Wednesday~ detail scrub toilet
Thursday~ detail scrub tub/shower
Friday~ detail sweep/mop

When you are finished add fresh flowers, candle or a new wallfower! They are on sale at bath and Body works!

* If you have children, have them do these chores in their bathrooms*

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Area Cleaning ~ Living Room/Family Room/Den/Hearth Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 16, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
* If you have children~ have children help with these chores. If you have more than one of these rooms, divide the chores among the children. Ex: you~ de-clutter hearth room while 2 children~ de-clutter the family room.

Monday ~ De-Clutter 
Tuesday ~ Clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions
Wednesday~ Detail clean window sills and windows, inside and out
Thursday~ Detail dust, using pledge and/or cleaning spray
Friday~ Detail vacuum, moving furniture-vacuum underneath

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Area Cleaning for the Week ~ KITCHEN

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 2, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Kitchen:
M~ Clean and organize under-sink cabinet
T~ Declutter and organizer plastic drawer/cabinet
W~ Detail clean appliances
T~ Detail clean counter tops
F~ Detail mop (scrub floors next to baseboards

*Now, Put fresh cut flowers in a beautiful vase and set on the kitchen table and have a glass or cup of tea! 

 Sit back and enjoy your hard work, you deserve it! 
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Getting Ready for Thanksgiving~ Quick Clean ups

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Today we are doing Quick Clean ups. Involve your children to make the time fly by faster!

Kitchen:
1. sweep
2. wipe counters
3. wipe appliances
4. clean fridge
5. clean table
6. mop

Living Room/Gathering Room:
1. sweep/vacuum/mop
2. dust surfaces
3. clean windows
4. light a candle

Main Bathroom:
1. scrub toilet
2. wipe counters
3. sweep and mop
4. add candle

Tomorrow I will be baking. And I will be relaxing and having fun with my kids! 

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Getting Ready for Thanksgiving!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
I'm back! I have my computer fixed just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday!
This week I am focusing on "quick pick ups" and "quick clean ups". We are going to focus on the main areas that your company will see. Today is "Quick Pick Ups". Tomorrow is "Quick Clean Ups".

Example: Kitchen, Living Room/Gathering Room, Family Room, and the Main Bathroom.

Monday:
~ Spend 15 minutes in each main room of your home. Pick up things that are not in their. place. Return them to the right place.
~ If you h...
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Entrance/Family-Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Family-Living Room:
M~ remove cobwebs
T~ sweep porch, steps, walkway
W~ clean front door
T~ de-clutter
F~ clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions

* When you are finished add a new candle or fresh flowers

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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean top of fridge*
T~ detail clean tables and chairs
W~ clean vent-a-hood (use degreaser)
T~ detail clean out fridge
F~ detail sweep and mop


* Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the cleaned top of the fridge. The next time you need to clean the top, just replace plastic wrap!
 
When you are finished for the week, add fresh flowers or a new candle!

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 20, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!!

Laundry/Office:
M~ Fold and put up laundry
T~ clean washer and dryer/sort socks
W~ de-clutter office desk
T~ dust computer and shelves
F~ file papers/sweep, vacuum, mop

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 13, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family

Laundry/Office:
M~ clean dryer vent hose
T~ de-clutter office desk
W~ sort socks
T~ clean baseboards
F~ detail seep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children they can help you do these chores! 
~hold the dryer hose, throw trash away for you, sort socks, etc...

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Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 6, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clean under bed
T~ detail scrub toilet and tub/shower
W~ detail dust
T~ detail scrub vanity/counter top in bathroom; de-clutter side tables in bedroom
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop
* Don't forget to add a new candle or fresh flowers at the end of the week!

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Entrance/Living Room-Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 12, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it take to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Living Room-Family Room:
M~ sweep porch, walkway,/sweep, vacuum, or mop entry way
T~ Throw away and trim dead flowers & plants/ fertilize flowers and plants
W~ clean under couches(move!), and clean under the cushions
T~ detail dust 
F~ de-clutter and add fresh flowers and a candle

*If you have children have them help you with these chores- it's all about learning!
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Kitchen and Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 5, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ de-clutter tupperware/plastics
T~ reorganize under sink
W~ clean top cabinets with hot, soapy water
T~ clean bottom cabinets with hot, soapy water
F~ de-clutter both rooms/Add fresh cut flowers or summer scented candles

* If you have children have them help you do these chores. It teaches them how to do things when they have a place of their own, and it helps save time!

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Laundry & Office June 27- July 2

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 28, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Laundry/Office:
M~ Make homemade soap/ clear clutter from desk
T~ clean washer and dryer surface/ detail dust 
W~ put all clothes away/ file all papers
T~ sort socks
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop
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Bedrooms & Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 21, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minute Is All It Takes To Bless Your Family!
 
Beds and Baths:
M~ wash all sheets and bedding
T~ reorganize linen closet/linens
W~ do inventory and restock bathrooms
T~ detail clean showers and tubs
F~ declutter floor, sweep, vacuum, mop
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Entrance/Living Room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 14, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your family!

M~ clean fingerprints from walls and light switches. Lysol doorknobs.
T~ sweep walkway, steps, porch
W~ clean outside windows and sills(of the entrance/family rooms only!)
T~ clean inside windows and sills
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children, have them help you with these chores
 
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 31, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/ Dining Room:
M~ Detail clean countertops
T~ clean vent-a-hood
W~ detail clean stove/oven
T~ detail clean fridge
F~ detail, sweep, mop

* If you have children, have them help you do these chores.

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 24, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Laundry/office:
M~ clean outside windows
T~ declutter top of washer and dryer and office desk
W~ restock supplies, do inventory
T~ sort socks
F~ detail sweep, mop, vacuum

** Have your kids help you!

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Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 17, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

    ~~ May 17-21~~
Bedrooms/Bathrooms:
M~ clear clutter/ put things away
T~ clean doors and door frames
W~ clean light switches and doorknobs, then Lysol doorknobs
T~ clean outside windows
F~ add fresh flowers and a candle and take a bath!!  

* If you have children, have them do these chores in their rooms!

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Entrance/Living Room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 10, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
                      May 10-14

Entrance/Living Room/Family Room:
M~ remove cobwebs/spiderwebs in all area 
T~ vacuum under couch/sofa and chair cushions
W~ detail dust furniture and lysol doorknobs
T~ declutter, throw away magazines, papers, etc...
F~ plant flower pots for entryway.

* If you have childen have them help you to clean all areas.
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Sunday, May 2, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!!

May 3-7
Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean baseboards with a wet, soapy rag
T~ clean fingerprints off of wall and light switches
W~ detail clean and polish dining room/kitchen table(s)
T~ declutter tupperware/plastics
F~ detail sweep/vacuum/mop

* If you have children, I encourage you to have them help you!
 
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Laundry/Office ~ April 26-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 26, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Laundry/Office:
M~ clean baseboards with wet rag
T~ detail clean windows & sills (inside)
W~ detail clean washer & dryer, and computer monitor.
T~ clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
F~ clean and lysol light switches and door knobs 
 
*This will be my last post until next week!
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Bedrooms/ Bathrooms~ April 19-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 19, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes us all it takes to bless your family!

Beds/ Baths:
M~ clean baseboards with wet, soapy rag
T~ wipe fingerprints off of light switches and door knobs, Lysol to sanitize
W~ Clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
T~ declutter night stands, then dust and polish
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children, have them do these in their rooms, also!
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Entrance/ Living Room(Family Room)April 12-16

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 12, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your Family!!

Entrance/ Living Room:
M~ Sweep Porch, steps, walkway
T~ Clean Living Room baseboards with a wet soapy rag
W~ Clean outside light fixtures
T~ Clean ceiling fan(s)
F~ Plant flowers in pots for front porch/entrance!

If your area of the US is like mine, we have horrible pollen counts! I love to have the windows open at this time of year. But, this year is the first year I've had to worry about allergies. That is why I am making sure I keep the porch swe...
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 5, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!!

M~ Scrub countertops
T~ detail dust, polish wood
W~ clean inside of fridge
T~ clean off the top of the fridge
F~ detail sweep, mop, vacuum

TIPS:
* Clear off the top of fridge. Lay a piece of plastic saran wrap on the top of the fridge. Simply remove the plastic wrap when you want to clean next time, then replace!

* Countertops~ Remove everything in one section at a time. Clean out crumb tray of toaster while you clean. Use soap and water, and scrub al...
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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 29, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it take to bless your family!

Laundry/Office:
M~ fold & put away all clothes
T~ take out trash-both areas
W~ restock supplies-both areas
T~ sort socks or mend clothes
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* Add a special touch when you are done~ fresh cut flowers or a nice candle
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Bedroom/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clean under bed
T~ clean window sills/windows
W~ clean shower/tub
T~ dust or wash curtains(or hang spring curtains)
F~ wash sheets/remake bed neatly

This is not about perfection, just getting the job done to bless your family!
If you have children, have them do these chores in their bedrooms and baths, also!

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Entrance/ Living Room/ Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 8, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
Entrance/ Living Room/ Dining Room
M~ sweep porch/steps/walkway
T~ detail dust
W~ clear away clutter
T~ throw/give away old magazines
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

Add a new candle or fresh flowers when you are finished!
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 1, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week the focus is more on the kitchen. But, throughout the week try to spend 15 minutes on de-cluttering or cleaning something in the dining room- windows, window sills, wash curtains, etc...

15 Minutes Is All It Takes To Bless Your Family!!

Kitchen and Dining
M~ Organize and clean under the sink
T~ Clean cabinet doors(above the counters)
W~ Clean cabinets (below the counters)
T~ Scrub clean vent-a-hood
F~ Detail sweep and mop

* If you have children, have them help you do these chores. Like the ...
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Area Cleaning~ Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 is all it takes to bless your family!!

 Laundry/Office
M~ declutter both rooms
T~ clean monitor and computer
W~ sort socks
T~ clean desk, washer, and dryer
F~ sweep/vacuum/mop both rooms 

* If you have children , print this for them to do in their rooms. (If they have a computer/desk area) 
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Area Cleaning Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 15, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
It only takes 15 minutes a day to bless your family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clear clutter
T~ clean baseboards with wet rag
W~ dust/clean curtains
T~ sweep/vacuum/mop
F~ clean sheets/remake bed nicely/ add flowers or a candle
* have your kids do this in their rooms also!

Remember, It's not about perfect, it's about blessing your family!
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Entrance /Living Room or Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 8, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!!

M~ clear clutter
T~ clean and vacuum under sofa and chair cushions
W~ detail dust, knick-knacks
T~ polish wood
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* Only take 15 minutes on these little chores! No more than 30!!
It's not about perfection. It's about blessing your family!



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Area Cleaning Feb.1-5 ~ Kitchen/Dining

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 1, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
It only takes 15 minutes to bless your family!


Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ declutter tupperware and plastics drawer/cabinet*
T~ declutter dining room (remove things that don't belong)
W~ scrub clean counter tops, remove one thing at a time to make it easier!
T~ clean baseboards in kitchen and dining room with wet rag
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop both areas

 When you are finished, add a candle or red flowers for Valentine's day!

 *Store lids in a separate box. Small cardboard box, small plastic container fro...
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Area Cleaning- Jan 25-29- Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 25, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

Do these little chores everyday to eliminate or lessen your "spring cleaning". 
Have your children do these chores for their rooms or spaces, also. 

Laundry/Office
M~ clear clutter from the tops of the washer, dryer, and office desk.
T~ clean the surface of the washer, dryer, and office desk.
W~ take out trash in laundry and office
T~ sort socks, file papers
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop
* When you are done cleaning on Friday, add a candle or fresh flowers...
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Bedrooms and Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 18, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, 15 minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

 *Have your children do these chores in their rooms,also.*

Bedrooms and Baths ~ Jan 18-23
M(18)~ clear clutter(clothes, trash. things that don't belong in your "hot spots**")
T(19)~ clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
W(20)~ clean and polish furniture(BR)/ clean counters or vanity(bathrooms)
T(21)~sweep, vacuum, mop
F(22)~ add decorative touch- flowers or a candle, take a relaxing bubble bath!

**"Hot Spots"- spots in your home that have the m...
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Area Cleaning- Entrance(porch, foyer) and Living Room(family room)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Jan 11-15
M~ sweep step and porch/ clear away clutter
T~ clean and dust tables, chairs
W~ clean ceiling fans
T~ organize coat closet
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop/ add a candle for a decorative sweet, smelling touch!
                     (Walmarts "warm apple pie" smells great!!!)

15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your home everyday!

(Today, Monday, is also the day I do my Home Blessings)
 

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Area Cleaning Jan 4-8/ Kitchen & Dining

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Happy New Year! 
 It's the new year, are you ready to get your life organized? Start organizing your home and home routines with Area Cleaning. Take 15-30 minutes out of your day to keep up in these areas. After doing these chores, you will soon see there will be NO need for spring cleaning!! Yeah, no more extra cleaning. Or even a weekend or two to devote to it!
Also, have your children help or do these chores, if they have a similar areas of their own.

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Area Cleaning- Laundry & Office & Holiday Tip

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 28, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Dec 28- Jan 1
       Laundry                                                                 Office
M~ clean gunk under washer lid                                  Clean monitor
T~  look behind washer and dryer for old socks,etc...    organize pens & pencils 
W~ remove cobwebs                                                  Same
T~  Clean windows and window sills                             Same
F~ Sweep/ Vacuum/ Mop                                            Same

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Area Cleaning 21-25 /Bed and Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 21, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
*If you have children, have them do these chores for their rooms and bathrooms also this week!!

          Bedrooms                    Baths

M~  change /wash sheets           Wash rugs/ Scrub toilet
T~   clean under bed                   clean under cabinet (straighten linens, toiletries)
W~  vacuum or sweep floor         sweep/vacuum/mop
T~    Add flowers, candle,etc       Add flowers, candle, etc- take bubble bath!   
F~ CHRISTMAS!  ~Put all gifts away in rooms, throw away all paper, break down bo...
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Are Cleaning- Entrance/Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 14, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Entrance / Living Room (family room)
      
     Entrance                                Living Room     
M~ Sweep porch and steps           Clear away clutter
T~  Sweep cobwebs                     Straighten bookcase
W~ refill bird feeders                     Polish furniture 
T~ clear clutter                             Purge magazine rack (donate old ones)
F~Clean lights and switch plates -both          
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Kitchen/ DIning Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 7, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area cleaning Kitchen. Dining Room:
 
 M~ Wash canisters and knick-knacks-both rooms
T~ Wash windows, sill, inside and out- both rooms
W~ Wipe fingerprints off walls and switchplates- both rooms
T~ Clean trash can/ dust bottom of chairs
F~ seep, vacuum mop- both rooms
 
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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 23, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Today we are tackling the laundry room and office. If you do not have a "room", you can just tackle that "area". Remember to  take 15 minutes everyday to clean in this area. The list is on this page. Also, have your kids help you with some of the chores.

M~ fold all laundry and put away/ check supplies in office
T~ clean washer and dryer/ clean or polish desk and computer
W~ take out the trash
T~ start laundry early and finish before Thanksgiving festivities!
F~ sweep/vacuum/mop(both)
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Bedrooms/Baths Nov 16-20

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 16, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, it only takes 15 minutes!! 
 Also, have your kids do these as their chores!!

M~ wash sheets, mattress pad, dust ruffle/scrub toilet
T~ empty trash (both)
W~ clean under bed/wash rugs
T~ polish furniture/clean bath countertop
F~ vacuum, sweep,mop(both)

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Entrance/ Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 9, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes! Remember, if you do these all year you won't have to "spring clean"!!

M~ sweep porch/ organize coat closet
T~ throw away dead plants-plant flowers in pots/ put inside plants in shower and rinse
W~ refill bird feeders/straighten bookshelves
T~clean cobwebs and porch light/ detail dust
F~add welcoming touches(Thanksgivng decor)/ shampoo carpet or sweep & mop

Try to only take 15 minutes at each chore. If the chore is too big, take a 15 minute break. Drink water and walk in ...
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Kitchen/Dining Rooms

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 2, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
"15 Minutes is all it takes!"

M~ Clean windows and window sills(both
T~ Scrub countertops/ clean tables
W~clean microwave//dust bottom of chairs
T~ clean under sink/ decorate the table for the season
F~ mop/vacuum

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 26, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
"15 Minutes is all it takes!"

M~ Put away all clothes/ refill printer paper
T~ clean windows-both areas (glass, sills, metal pieces, ledge above)
W~ sort and match socks/ straighten a drawer (or your desk)
T~- empty garbage (both areas)
F~- sweep/mop/vacuum (both areas)

*Don't forget to to 15 minutes of more area cleaning a day. 
            Check out the Area Cleaning List.

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Entrance/Living/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 28, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, 15 minutes is all it takes! 
M~ Sweep porch, steps, and walkway- decorate entrance for Autumn
T~ Vacuum under sofa and chair cushions
W~ Rid clutter- entrance area and LR/Family room 
T~  detail wash windows and window sills
F~ detail dust TV and TV area
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Area Cleaning Sept 21-25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 21, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ clean appliances(inside microwave,stove,washer,toaster,etc)
T~ detail wash windows
W~ clean vent-a-hood filters and hood
T~ wash, sanitize, and polish furniture( table, chairs, china cabinet)
F~ straighten drawers(one at a time!)
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Area Cleaning Week Sept 14-18

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 14, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning 
Laundry/ Baths

M~ clean windows and sills (both)
T~ clean shower/ clean under washer lid
W~ clean cobwebs(both)
T~ clean scale/ put clothes away
F~ sweep and mop and vacuum(both)
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Area Cleaning Set 7- 11

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 7, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning 
Bedrooms and Baths
*Have your child do these things in their bedroom everyday,also.

M~ bedroom: wash curtains, replace with fall/winter curtains./ bath: wash bath rug
T~ bedroom: clean under bed. / bath: throw away empty bottles
W~ bedroom: clean ceiling fan./ bath: clean bath toys
T~ bedroom: and bath: clean windows and sills.
F~ bedroom: detail vacuum./ bath: detail mop

Remember , 15 minutes is all you need to bless your home everyday!
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Area Cleaning Aug 31- Sept 4

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 31, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning Aug 31- Sept 4
Remember , 15 minutes is all it takes! Don't try to be a perfectionist!

M~ Prune bushes
T~ declutter entrance and Living room
W~ organize coat closet and/or clean doors & sanitize door knobs
T~ sweep entrance/ vacuum living room
F~ detail dust 
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Area Cleaning Aug 24-28

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Sorry this is a day late. My site was down yesterday. This week we are back in the kitchen!  Remember, you only have to spend 15 minutes on each day. It doesn't have to be perfect. We aren't looking for perfectionism. 15 minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

Kitchen/ Dining Room
M~ clean inside of fridge
T~  wipe down all appliances
W~ Wipe/clean walls and baseboards
T~  declutter and organize under your sink
F~ detail dust, polish, clean furniture

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Area Cleaning Aug. 17-21

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 17, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Laundry Area/Room & Office

M~ De-clutter top of desk, and top of washer and dryer
T~  Clean monitor and keyboard, wipe down washer and dryer
W~ Empty trash in office and laundry(lint!)
T~  Check supplies and restock
F~  Sweep and Mop or vacuum office and laundry room

If you take 15 minutes out of your day to do these little area cleanings, you will not have to spring clean!
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Area Cleaning Aug 10-14

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 10, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week is bathrooms. You could do this alone, or you could have the kids do their own bathrooms along with you. This should only take 15 minutes or less! If this is your first time doing "area cleaning" weekly, the first time may take longer. But I promise if you keep up with the daily cleaning and 15 minutes of another area cleaning daily, your cleaning should only be 15 minutes or less! I know you can do this!
 
Bathrooms
M~ wash rugs
T~ clean shower and tub
W~ scrub toilets/ inside-out
T~ str...
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Area Cleaning Aug 2-8

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 3, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Bedrooms

M~ flip mattress
T~ rid clutter
W~ clean cobwebs
T~ straighten closet
F~ Polish furniture

 15 Minutes a day is all it takes!
* Make this list for your kids. Help them do these things in their rooms, also.

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Area Cleaning ~July 26-Aug.1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 27, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Entrance/Living Room:
Monday~ detail dust
Tuesday~ clean cobwebs and ceiling fan
Wednesday~ Clean and sweep front porch/entrance
Thursday~ rid clutter
Friday~ detail vacuum
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Daily Area Cleaning for the Week

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 20, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week is the Kitchen
 
 Monday~ Scrub counters
Tuesday~ Clean cabinets
Wednesday~ Clean appliances
Thursday~ Deep clean sink and scrub faucet
Friday~ Mop Floors 
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Zone Cleaning

Posted by Holly Nelson on Sunday, June 30, 2024, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 



This weeks Zone Cleaning:

Area 2- Kitchen/Dining Room
1. Clean refrigerator, thoroughly.
2. Clean window sills and windows.
3. Clean appliances(microwave, stove, dishwasher,oven).
4. Clean cabinet.
5. Clean/Dust decorative items.
6. Replace Vent-a-hood filter &/or clean vent-a hood.
7. Clean walls and baseboards.
8. Straighten drawers, cupboards, and cabinets.
9. Detail clean/dust/polish furniture.
10. Clean under sink.
11. Clean cobwebs.
12. Clean/Sanitize doorknobs.
13. Clean countertops(moving things)
14...

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Happy Monday - cleaning day

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 24, 2024, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 

Monday is Cleaning Day
Click HERE to read more about what I do.

This weeks Zone Cleaning is ENTRANCE/LIVING ROOM. 
Pick a few things a day and only spend 15 minutes total.

Area 1- Entrance(Porch,Foyer,etc)/Living Room 
1. Sweep,vacuum, mop.
2. Clean cobwebs.   
3. Dust, clean furniture.
4. Rinse plant or repot. Remove dead leaves, flowers.
5. Prune bushes.
6. Rid clutter.
7. Clean baseboards.
8. Clean lightswitch plates and fans.
9. Organize coat closet.
10. Dust and clean window sills and windows.
11. Clea...

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Area Cleaning ~ Living room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 25, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
5 Minutes a day will Bless your Family!

 Living Room/Family Room
Monday~ vacuum under couch and chair cushions
Tuesday~ detail dust and clean ceiling fan and light switches
Wednesday~ clean baseboards
Thursday~ detail dust
Friday~ detail vacuum, around baseboards and moving furniture

 When you are finished add "Beauty"! A candle, fresh cut flowers from your garden, or a Bath & Body Works Wallflower. 
 
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Area Cleaning~ Bedrooms!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 20, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
Bedrooms:*Have your children do the same in their bedrooms*
Monday~ Clean under bed
Tuesday~ Dust everything!
Wednesday~ Detail clean windows, inside and out**
Thursday~ Detail vacuum
Friday~ Clean bedding, remake bed

  Add fresh cut flowers in a vase to your room!

 * Children may not like doing chores now, but they will thank you when they are on their own and realize the importance to a keep a home clean!
** For your outside windows you can use a lad...
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Area Cleaning~ Outside

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 13, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes a day is all it takes to bless your family!!

Outside:
M~ Sweep front porch, steps, walkway
T~ Sweep back porch, steps, patio, walkway, outside rug
W~ Straighten chairs, cushions, outside rug
T~ Put all toys in designated areas
F~ plant, fertilize, water flowers. 

    

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Area Cleaning ~ Bathrooms

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 23, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Monday~ organize under cabinet are/ or linen closet
Tuesday~ De-clutter top of counter/sink area
Wednesday~ detail scrub toilet
Thursday~ detail scrub tub/shower
Friday~ detail sweep/mop

When you are finished add fresh flowers, candle or a new wallfower! They are on sale at bath and Body works!

* If you have children, have them do these chores in their bathrooms*

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Area Cleaning ~ Living Room/Family Room/Den/Hearth Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 16, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
* If you have children~ have children help with these chores. If you have more than one of these rooms, divide the chores among the children. Ex: you~ de-clutter hearth room while 2 children~ de-clutter the family room.

Monday ~ De-Clutter 
Tuesday ~ Clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions
Wednesday~ Detail clean window sills and windows, inside and out
Thursday~ Detail dust, using pledge and/or cleaning spray
Friday~ Detail vacuum, moving furniture-vacuum underneath

Add fresh flowers, new candle o...
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Area Cleaning for the Week ~ KITCHEN

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 2, 2011, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Kitchen:
M~ Clean and organize under-sink cabinet
T~ Declutter and organizer plastic drawer/cabinet
W~ Detail clean appliances
T~ Detail clean counter tops
F~ Detail mop (scrub floors next to baseboards

*Now, Put fresh cut flowers in a beautiful vase and set on the kitchen table and have a glass or cup of tea! 

 Sit back and enjoy your hard work, you deserve it! 
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Getting Ready for Thanksgiving~ Quick Clean ups

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Today we are doing Quick Clean ups. Involve your children to make the time fly by faster!

Kitchen:
1. sweep
2. wipe counters
3. wipe appliances
4. clean fridge
5. clean table
6. mop

Living Room/Gathering Room:
1. sweep/vacuum/mop
2. dust surfaces
3. clean windows
4. light a candle

Main Bathroom:
1. scrub toilet
2. wipe counters
3. sweep and mop
4. add candle

Tomorrow I will be baking. And I will be relaxing and having fun with my kids! 

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Getting Ready for Thanksgiving!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
I'm back! I have my computer fixed just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday!
This week I am focusing on "quick pick ups" and "quick clean ups". We are going to focus on the main areas that your company will see. Today is "Quick Pick Ups". Tomorrow is "Quick Clean Ups".

Example: Kitchen, Living Room/Gathering Room, Family Room, and the Main Bathroom.

Monday:
~ Spend 15 minutes in each main room of your home. Pick up things that are not in their. place. Return them to the right place.
~ If you h...
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Entrance/Family-Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Family-Living Room:
M~ remove cobwebs
T~ sweep porch, steps, walkway
W~ clean front door
T~ de-clutter
F~ clean under couch, sofa, chair cushions

* When you are finished add a new candle or fresh flowers

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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean top of fridge*
T~ detail clean tables and chairs
W~ clean vent-a-hood (use degreaser)
T~ detail clean out fridge
F~ detail sweep and mop


* Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the cleaned top of the fridge. The next time you need to clean the top, just replace plastic wrap!
 
When you are finished for the week, add fresh flowers or a new candle!

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 20, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!!

Laundry/Office:
M~ Fold and put up laundry
T~ clean washer and dryer/sort socks
W~ de-clutter office desk
T~ dust computer and shelves
F~ file papers/sweep, vacuum, mop

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 13, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is All it Takes to Bless your Family

Laundry/Office:
M~ clean dryer vent hose
T~ de-clutter office desk
W~ sort socks
T~ clean baseboards
F~ detail seep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children they can help you do these chores! 
~hold the dryer hose, throw trash away for you, sort socks, etc...

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Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 6, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clean under bed
T~ detail scrub toilet and tub/shower
W~ detail dust
T~ detail scrub vanity/counter top in bathroom; de-clutter side tables in bedroom
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop
* Don't forget to add a new candle or fresh flowers at the end of the week!

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Entrance/Living Room-Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 12, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it take to Bless your Family!

Entrance/Living Room-Family Room:
M~ sweep porch, walkway,/sweep, vacuum, or mop entry way
T~ Throw away and trim dead flowers & plants/ fertilize flowers and plants
W~ clean under couches(move!), and clean under the cushions
T~ detail dust 
F~ de-clutter and add fresh flowers and a candle

*If you have children have them help you with these chores- it's all about learning!
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Kitchen and Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 5, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ de-clutter tupperware/plastics
T~ reorganize under sink
W~ clean top cabinets with hot, soapy water
T~ clean bottom cabinets with hot, soapy water
F~ de-clutter both rooms/Add fresh cut flowers or summer scented candles

* If you have children have them help you do these chores. It teaches them how to do things when they have a place of their own, and it helps save time!

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Laundry & Office June 27- July 2

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 28, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Laundry/Office:
M~ Make homemade soap/ clear clutter from desk
T~ clean washer and dryer surface/ detail dust 
W~ put all clothes away/ file all papers
T~ sort socks
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop
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Bedrooms & Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 21, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minute Is All It Takes To Bless Your Family!
 
Beds and Baths:
M~ wash all sheets and bedding
T~ reorganize linen closet/linens
W~ do inventory and restock bathrooms
T~ detail clean showers and tubs
F~ declutter floor, sweep, vacuum, mop
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Entrance/Living Room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, June 14, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your family!

M~ clean fingerprints from walls and light switches. Lysol doorknobs.
T~ sweep walkway, steps, porch
W~ clean outside windows and sills(of the entrance/family rooms only!)
T~ clean inside windows and sills
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children, have them help you with these chores
 
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 31, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Kitchen/ Dining Room:
M~ Detail clean countertops
T~ clean vent-a-hood
W~ detail clean stove/oven
T~ detail clean fridge
F~ detail, sweep, mop

* If you have children, have them help you do these chores.

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 24, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Laundry/office:
M~ clean outside windows
T~ declutter top of washer and dryer and office desk
W~ restock supplies, do inventory
T~ sort socks
F~ detail sweep, mop, vacuum

** Have your kids help you!

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Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 17, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

    ~~ May 17-21~~
Bedrooms/Bathrooms:
M~ clear clutter/ put things away
T~ clean doors and door frames
W~ clean light switches and doorknobs, then Lysol doorknobs
T~ clean outside windows
F~ add fresh flowers and a candle and take a bath!!  

* If you have children, have them do these chores in their rooms!

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Entrance/Living Room/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, May 10, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
                      May 10-14

Entrance/Living Room/Family Room:
M~ remove cobwebs/spiderwebs in all area 
T~ vacuum under couch/sofa and chair cushions
W~ detail dust furniture and lysol doorknobs
T~ declutter, throw away magazines, papers, etc...
F~ plant flower pots for entryway.

* If you have childen have them help you to clean all areas.
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Sunday, May 2, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!!

May 3-7
Kitchen/Dining Room:
M~ clean baseboards with a wet, soapy rag
T~ clean fingerprints off of wall and light switches
W~ detail clean and polish dining room/kitchen table(s)
T~ declutter tupperware/plastics
F~ detail sweep/vacuum/mop

* If you have children, I encourage you to have them help you!
 
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Laundry/Office ~ April 26-30

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 26, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to Bless your Family!

Laundry/Office:
M~ clean baseboards with wet rag
T~ detail clean windows & sills (inside)
W~ detail clean washer & dryer, and computer monitor.
T~ clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
F~ clean and lysol light switches and door knobs 
 
*This will be my last post until next week!
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Bedrooms/ Bathrooms~ April 19-23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 19, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes us all it takes to bless your family!

Beds/ Baths:
M~ clean baseboards with wet, soapy rag
T~ wipe fingerprints off of light switches and door knobs, Lysol to sanitize
W~ Clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
T~ declutter night stands, then dust and polish
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* If you have children, have them do these in their rooms, also!
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Entrance/ Living Room(Family Room)April 12-16

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 12, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your Family!!

Entrance/ Living Room:
M~ Sweep Porch, steps, walkway
T~ Clean Living Room baseboards with a wet soapy rag
W~ Clean outside light fixtures
T~ Clean ceiling fan(s)
F~ Plant flowers in pots for front porch/entrance!

If your area of the US is like mine, we have horrible pollen counts! I love to have the windows open at this time of year. But, this year is the first year I've had to worry about allergies. That is why I am making sure I keep the porch swe...
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, April 5, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!!

M~ Scrub countertops
T~ detail dust, polish wood
W~ clean inside of fridge
T~ clean off the top of the fridge
F~ detail sweep, mop, vacuum

TIPS:
* Clear off the top of fridge. Lay a piece of plastic saran wrap on the top of the fridge. Simply remove the plastic wrap when you want to clean next time, then replace!

* Countertops~ Remove everything in one section at a time. Clean out crumb tray of toaster while you clean. Use soap and water, and scrub al...
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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 29, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it take to bless your family!

Laundry/Office:
M~ fold & put away all clothes
T~ take out trash-both areas
W~ restock supplies-both areas
T~ sort socks or mend clothes
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* Add a special touch when you are done~ fresh cut flowers or a nice candle
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Bedroom/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clean under bed
T~ clean window sills/windows
W~ clean shower/tub
T~ dust or wash curtains(or hang spring curtains)
F~ wash sheets/remake bed neatly

This is not about perfection, just getting the job done to bless your family!
If you have children, have them do these chores in their bedrooms and baths, also!

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Entrance/ Living Room/ Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 8, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!
 
Entrance/ Living Room/ Dining Room
M~ sweep porch/steps/walkway
T~ detail dust
W~ clear away clutter
T~ throw/give away old magazines
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

Add a new candle or fresh flowers when you are finished!
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Kitchen/Dining Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 1, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week the focus is more on the kitchen. But, throughout the week try to spend 15 minutes on de-cluttering or cleaning something in the dining room- windows, window sills, wash curtains, etc...

15 Minutes Is All It Takes To Bless Your Family!!

Kitchen and Dining
M~ Organize and clean under the sink
T~ Clean cabinet doors(above the counters)
W~ Clean cabinets (below the counters)
T~ Scrub clean vent-a-hood
F~ Detail sweep and mop

* If you have children, have them help you do these chores. Like the ...
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Area Cleaning~ Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 22, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 is all it takes to bless your family!!

 Laundry/Office
M~ declutter both rooms
T~ clean monitor and computer
W~ sort socks
T~ clean desk, washer, and dryer
F~ sweep/vacuum/mop both rooms 

* If you have children , print this for them to do in their rooms. (If they have a computer/desk area) 
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Area Cleaning Bedrooms/Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 15, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
It only takes 15 minutes a day to bless your family!

Bedrooms/Baths:
M~ clear clutter
T~ clean baseboards with wet rag
W~ dust/clean curtains
T~ sweep/vacuum/mop
F~ clean sheets/remake bed nicely/ add flowers or a candle
* have your kids do this in their rooms also!

Remember, It's not about perfect, it's about blessing your family!
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Entrance /Living Room or Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 8, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your family!!

M~ clear clutter
T~ clean and vacuum under sofa and chair cushions
W~ detail dust, knick-knacks
T~ polish wood
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop

* Only take 15 minutes on these little chores! No more than 30!!
It's not about perfection. It's about blessing your family!



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Area Cleaning Feb.1-5 ~ Kitchen/Dining

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, February 1, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
It only takes 15 minutes to bless your family!


Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ declutter tupperware and plastics drawer/cabinet*
T~ declutter dining room (remove things that don't belong)
W~ scrub clean counter tops, remove one thing at a time to make it easier!
T~ clean baseboards in kitchen and dining room with wet rag
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop both areas

 When you are finished, add a candle or red flowers for Valentine's day!

 *Store lids in a separate box. Small cardboard box, small plastic container fro...
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Area Cleaning- Jan 25-29- Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 25, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

Do these little chores everyday to eliminate or lessen your "spring cleaning". 
Have your children do these chores for their rooms or spaces, also. 

Laundry/Office
M~ clear clutter from the tops of the washer, dryer, and office desk.
T~ clean the surface of the washer, dryer, and office desk.
W~ take out trash in laundry and office
T~ sort socks, file papers
F~ detail sweep, vacuum, mop
* When you are done cleaning on Friday, add a candle or fresh flowers...
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Bedrooms and Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 18, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, 15 minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

 *Have your children do these chores in their rooms,also.*

Bedrooms and Baths ~ Jan 18-23
M(18)~ clear clutter(clothes, trash. things that don't belong in your "hot spots**")
T(19)~ clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
W(20)~ clean and polish furniture(BR)/ clean counters or vanity(bathrooms)
T(21)~sweep, vacuum, mop
F(22)~ add decorative touch- flowers or a candle, take a relaxing bubble bath!

**"Hot Spots"- spots in your home that have the m...
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Area Cleaning- Entrance(porch, foyer) and Living Room(family room)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 11, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Jan 11-15
M~ sweep step and porch/ clear away clutter
T~ clean and dust tables, chairs
W~ clean ceiling fans
T~ organize coat closet
F~ sweep, vacuum, mop/ add a candle for a decorative sweet, smelling touch!
                     (Walmarts "warm apple pie" smells great!!!)

15 Minutes is all it takes to bless your home everyday!

(Today, Monday, is also the day I do my Home Blessings)
 

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Area Cleaning Jan 4-8/ Kitchen & Dining

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, January 4, 2010, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Happy New Year! 
 It's the new year, are you ready to get your life organized? Start organizing your home and home routines with Area Cleaning. Take 15-30 minutes out of your day to keep up in these areas. After doing these chores, you will soon see there will be NO need for spring cleaning!! Yeah, no more extra cleaning. Or even a weekend or two to devote to it!
Also, have your children help or do these chores, if they have a similar areas of their own.

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Area Cleaning- Laundry & Office & Holiday Tip

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 28, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Dec 28- Jan 1
       Laundry                                                                 Office
M~ clean gunk under washer lid                                  Clean monitor
T~  look behind washer and dryer for old socks,etc...    organize pens & pencils 
W~ remove cobwebs                                                  Same
T~  Clean windows and window sills                             Same
F~ Sweep/ Vacuum/ Mop                                            Same

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Area Cleaning 21-25 /Bed and Baths

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 21, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
*If you have children, have them do these chores for their rooms and bathrooms also this week!!

          Bedrooms                    Baths

M~  change /wash sheets           Wash rugs/ Scrub toilet
T~   clean under bed                   clean under cabinet (straighten linens, toiletries)
W~  vacuum or sweep floor         sweep/vacuum/mop
T~    Add flowers, candle,etc       Add flowers, candle, etc- take bubble bath!   
F~ CHRISTMAS!  ~Put all gifts away in rooms, throw away all paper, break down bo...
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Are Cleaning- Entrance/Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 14, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Entrance / Living Room (family room)
      
     Entrance                                Living Room     
M~ Sweep porch and steps           Clear away clutter
T~  Sweep cobwebs                     Straighten bookcase
W~ refill bird feeders                     Polish furniture 
T~ clear clutter                             Purge magazine rack (donate old ones)
F~Clean lights and switch plates -both          
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Kitchen/ DIning Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, December 7, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area cleaning Kitchen. Dining Room:
 
 M~ Wash canisters and knick-knacks-both rooms
T~ Wash windows, sill, inside and out- both rooms
W~ Wipe fingerprints off walls and switchplates- both rooms
T~ Clean trash can/ dust bottom of chairs
F~ seep, vacuum mop- both rooms
 
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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 23, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Today we are tackling the laundry room and office. If you do not have a "room", you can just tackle that "area". Remember to  take 15 minutes everyday to clean in this area. The list is on this page. Also, have your kids help you with some of the chores.

M~ fold all laundry and put away/ check supplies in office
T~ clean washer and dryer/ clean or polish desk and computer
W~ take out the trash
T~ start laundry early and finish before Thanksgiving festivities!
F~ sweep/vacuum/mop(both)
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Bedrooms/Baths Nov 16-20

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 16, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, it only takes 15 minutes!! 
 Also, have your kids do these as their chores!!

M~ wash sheets, mattress pad, dust ruffle/scrub toilet
T~ empty trash (both)
W~ clean under bed/wash rugs
T~ polish furniture/clean bath countertop
F~ vacuum, sweep,mop(both)

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Entrance/ Living Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 9, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
15 minutes is all it takes! Remember, if you do these all year you won't have to "spring clean"!!

M~ sweep porch/ organize coat closet
T~ throw away dead plants-plant flowers in pots/ put inside plants in shower and rinse
W~ refill bird feeders/straighten bookshelves
T~clean cobwebs and porch light/ detail dust
F~add welcoming touches(Thanksgivng decor)/ shampoo carpet or sweep & mop

Try to only take 15 minutes at each chore. If the chore is too big, take a 15 minute break. Drink water and walk in ...
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Kitchen/Dining Rooms

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 2, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
"15 Minutes is all it takes!"

M~ Clean windows and window sills(both
T~ Scrub countertops/ clean tables
W~clean microwave//dust bottom of chairs
T~ clean under sink/ decorate the table for the season
F~ mop/vacuum

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Laundry/Office

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, October 26, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
"15 Minutes is all it takes!"

M~ Put away all clothes/ refill printer paper
T~ clean windows-both areas (glass, sills, metal pieces, ledge above)
W~ sort and match socks/ straighten a drawer (or your desk)
T~- empty garbage (both areas)
F~- sweep/mop/vacuum (both areas)

*Don't forget to to 15 minutes of more area cleaning a day. 
            Check out the Area Cleaning List.

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Entrance/Living/Family Room

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 28, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Remember, 15 minutes is all it takes! 
M~ Sweep porch, steps, and walkway- decorate entrance for Autumn
T~ Vacuum under sofa and chair cushions
W~ Rid clutter- entrance area and LR/Family room 
T~  detail wash windows and window sills
F~ detail dust TV and TV area
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Area Cleaning Sept 21-25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 21, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Kitchen and Dining Room:
M~ clean appliances(inside microwave,stove,washer,toaster,etc)
T~ detail wash windows
W~ clean vent-a-hood filters and hood
T~ wash, sanitize, and polish furniture( table, chairs, china cabinet)
F~ straighten drawers(one at a time!)
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Area Cleaning Week Sept 14-18

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 14, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning 
Laundry/ Baths

M~ clean windows and sills (both)
T~ clean shower/ clean under washer lid
W~ clean cobwebs(both)
T~ clean scale/ put clothes away
F~ sweep and mop and vacuum(both)
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Area Cleaning Set 7- 11

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, September 7, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning 
Bedrooms and Baths
*Have your child do these things in their bedroom everyday,also.

M~ bedroom: wash curtains, replace with fall/winter curtains./ bath: wash bath rug
T~ bedroom: clean under bed. / bath: throw away empty bottles
W~ bedroom: clean ceiling fan./ bath: clean bath toys
T~ bedroom: and bath: clean windows and sills.
F~ bedroom: detail vacuum./ bath: detail mop

Remember , 15 minutes is all you need to bless your home everyday!
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Area Cleaning Aug 31- Sept 4

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 31, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Area Cleaning Aug 31- Sept 4
Remember , 15 minutes is all it takes! Don't try to be a perfectionist!

M~ Prune bushes
T~ declutter entrance and Living room
W~ organize coat closet and/or clean doors & sanitize door knobs
T~ sweep entrance/ vacuum living room
F~ detail dust 
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Area Cleaning Aug 24-28

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Sorry this is a day late. My site was down yesterday. This week we are back in the kitchen!  Remember, you only have to spend 15 minutes on each day. It doesn't have to be perfect. We aren't looking for perfectionism. 15 minutes is all it takes to bless your home!

Kitchen/ Dining Room
M~ clean inside of fridge
T~  wipe down all appliances
W~ Wipe/clean walls and baseboards
T~  declutter and organize under your sink
F~ detail dust, polish, clean furniture

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Area Cleaning Aug. 17-21

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 17, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Laundry Area/Room & Office

M~ De-clutter top of desk, and top of washer and dryer
T~  Clean monitor and keyboard, wipe down washer and dryer
W~ Empty trash in office and laundry(lint!)
T~  Check supplies and restock
F~  Sweep and Mop or vacuum office and laundry room

If you take 15 minutes out of your day to do these little area cleanings, you will not have to spring clean!
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Area Cleaning Aug 10-14

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 10, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week is bathrooms. You could do this alone, or you could have the kids do their own bathrooms along with you. This should only take 15 minutes or less! If this is your first time doing "area cleaning" weekly, the first time may take longer. But I promise if you keep up with the daily cleaning and 15 minutes of another area cleaning daily, your cleaning should only be 15 minutes or less! I know you can do this!
 
Bathrooms
M~ wash rugs
T~ clean shower and tub
W~ scrub toilets/ inside-out
T~ str...
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Area Cleaning Aug 2-8

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 3, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Bedrooms

M~ flip mattress
T~ rid clutter
W~ clean cobwebs
T~ straighten closet
F~ Polish furniture

 15 Minutes a day is all it takes!
* Make this list for your kids. Help them do these things in their rooms, also.

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Area Cleaning ~July 26-Aug.1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 27, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
Entrance/Living Room:
Monday~ detail dust
Tuesday~ clean cobwebs and ceiling fan
Wednesday~ Clean and sweep front porch/entrance
Thursday~ rid clutter
Friday~ detail vacuum
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Daily Area Cleaning for the Week

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 20, 2009, In : Area Cleaning for the Week 
This week is the Kitchen
 
 Monday~ Scrub counters
Tuesday~ Clean cabinets
Wednesday~ Clean appliances
Thursday~ Deep clean sink and scrub faucet
Friday~ Mop Floors 
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