Well, it is March. I don't know about you but I'm ready for winter to be over and spring to come in. This time of the year, it feels so good when we have a semi-warm day, to throw open the windows, and smell the fresh spring air. It give me a pick-me-up.

I thought I might give you a few tips on some spring cleaning. Sometimes it can seem overwhelming when we look at all the cleaning projects we have around our house. Hopefully these tips will help.

Kitchen

When tackling the refrigerator, as one shelf gets emptied out, take the time to clean off the shelf with warm soapy water. This is easier than spending the time to clean out the entire refrigerator.

Always make sure your kichen sink is clean before you go to bed. Put dishes away and give it a quick go around with a Magic Eraser. If you have never used one of these, you have to try it! It will clean almost everything! Just be careful with painted surfaces and linoleum, it can take the finish off of these.

Living Room

In cleaning cob webs, place a flannel pillow case over a broom or mop. Very quickly you can outline the room and get rid of cob webs.

Bathrooms

Before you go to bed, or while you are brushing your teeth, take time to clear off your vanity and clean it with vinegar and water.

I keep vinegar and water in a spray bottle (it's a universal cleaner!) Can be sued on windows, mirrors, floors, sinks, showers, door handles, toilets, refridgerators, store, etc.

Closets

Make a list of the closets that look like they need a makeover and try tackling one a week. Have your garbage bags ready. Put stuff that needs to be pitched in one, give-aways for charity in another, and things that need to be put away or stored.

Also if you have blankets, throws, or pillows that haven't been cleaned in a while, hang them outside on a warm day and bring that smell of spring inside.

Another tip, this time of year can be discouraging. It's cloudy, drab, and depressing. Get outside and take a walk on a sunny day, the Vitamin D does us good! Read an encouraging book, one of my favorites is "Choosing Gratitude" a journey to joy by Nancy Leigh De Moss.

Spring is coming! HANG in there!

The Pediatric Department at Community Care Givers