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Some tasks only need to be done once or twice a year. The problem is that we forget to do them once or twice a year. Or else, we tend to save it all for spring cleaning which makes spring cleaning such a daunting chore that it doesn’t occur, either. The best plan is to break annual and seasonal home tasks down by month and attack them on a scheduled basis. Nothing gets too backed up and things eventually get done. And without a major life overhaul. I also found that concentrating on one room each month is more rewarding because you can really see results. Here’s the schedule that has worked best for me for November. 1 Remember Mother Hubbard: Clean the kitchen cabinets inside and out. Put in fresh liner paper. Throw out foods that your kids will never eat, no matter how hungry. Check for expired foods. 2 Drawer duty: Clean, paper and reorganize all kitchen drawers. Bring to the fore utensils you will need for holiday baking and cooking. 3 A self-cleaning stove? Ha ha! That’s a good one! But seriously, clean the oven. 4 Cold zone: Clean under and behind the fridge. And while you’re in the neighborhood, strip off the six-month’s accumulation of art and notes from the fridge door. Wash it and leave it bare for a change. (Well, at least till Friday.) 5 Water taste funny? Change the filter. 6 Make room for guests: Clean the entry closet and put in extra hangers for winter coats. 7 Floor show: Clean the carpets before the holiday parties. 8 And while the guys are there: Get them to clean your upholstery. You’ll probably get a package deal. 9 Got a free moment? Clean your major appliances – washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, etc. They’ll all function more efficiently. 10 Last but not least: Update your address books while you’re sending out the holiday cards. January Checklist
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