Dana K. White

A SLOB COMES CLEAN

Reality-Based Cleaning, Decluttering, & Organizing

Daily Checklist

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Made bed.Ran dishwasher (Didn't run it last night since it wasn't quite full. Probably should have because it was completely full after breakfast.)Swept kitchen.Made to do list.Cleaned up kitchen.Did focused 5 minute pickup.Washed and dried a load of laundry.Last night: Nada. … [Read more...]

Supper in a Hurry – Quesadillas

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Crazy day today. I've swept the kitchen, and that's about it. I have to say that I'm thankful for a 3yo little girl who happily says "Sure!" when I ask if she can make it to one more store before her nap time. My oldest would act like it was child abuse if I asked him that question. On a crazy day, it's nice to be able to get a quick supper on … [Read more...]

Photo Booth Fun!

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My niece got married last October. Evidently, one of the new trends for receptions is renting a photo booth. I LOVE photo booths. What is it about them? There's something about closing that little curtain that gives you total freedom to be yourself. The booth kept my two boys, 6 & 7 at the time, busy for the entire reception. … [Read more...]

Daily Checklist

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Today I:Closed cabinet doors.Made bed.Cleaned kitchen.Emptied dishwasher.Swept kitchen.Did a 5 minute pickup.Washed 2 loads of laundry.Checked bathrooms for clutter. (Tried to pretend that I didn't need to do this, but I definitely DID need to do it.)Put away clothes in master bedroom.Last night I:Put out clothes for the boys.Made lunches.Cleaned … [Read more...]

The Real Reason I Have to Sweep Everyday

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Last fall, just a month or so into my new way of life, I had a conversation with an admitted "neat freak" friend. Housekeeping was the subject, and I mentioned vaguely (as has become my habit with people who know I struggle but haven't been allowed into the inner circle of people who know about the blog), that "I'm doing better." When she asked … [Read more...]

Menu Plan Monday

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As the family watches the Superbowl, I'm planning next week's menu. I really tried to act interested for the first part while I ate my cheese dip. But then I realized that my mind was far away and I hadn't paid any attention whatsoever to the game. Monday - Chicken Fried Rice (Since I haven't made any rice ahead of time, I'll just use a little … [Read more...]

My First Thought When I Hear the Sounds of Sickness . . .

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It felt like 3 a.m. but was really 11:41 p.m.Isn't it freaky when that happens?So maybe it wasn't my VERY first thought, but it was definitely in the top ten. When I heard the sounds of a sick child, it didn't take long for me to think, "Whew, now I don't have to clean house for the Super Bowl party."Yes, I have issues. I mean, the house has been … [Read more...]