Review: Clutter Cleaned and Conquered! (well, almost)
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 25, 2014
With 2 kids in the house under 8 years old, clutter is usually the norm. Life's daily routine takes most of the waking time we have and finding time to get rid of items that are no longer needed or played with can seem impossible. That's where this book really shines. It teaches you how to truly declutter before attempting to get your kids involved. It also helps you set up reasonable expectations for cleaning your home.The key to the whole process is to start. Start somewhere! That's exactly what Chapter one is about - starting the process. Pick a room. Pick a closet. Whatever - just pick a place to begin and make small improvements before trying to tackle "the monster" in the attic or garage.I also like how the author has broken down chapters by age of the child. This is important in that younger children just don't grasp the need for cleanliness and order. Your OCD is not theirs. ;)  As children grow and mature they can handle more responsibility taking some of the weight off your shoulders in regards to helping out around the house - not just their room.There are even tips in Chapter 6 on helping you make your new habits stick over time so it never becomes overwhelming again. And Chapter 7 is great for "troubleshooting" when the kids just aren't into your new desire for clean. The timeless quotes sprinkled throughout were a nice touch by the author as well. Overall, if you are overwhelmed with clutter, and feel it's time to tackle that monster, get this book. It will definitely help!