It is a crazy time in the world right now. We have all been on lock down for weeks and now they’re asking us to wear masks when leaving the house, & that’s only to work, pick up groceries and medications. Who would of every thought this world would ever come to this?
Everyone is supposed to be staying at home, so what should we do at home as to not lose our minds? It’s very easy to become bored, although I can’t even imagine the thought. I seem to be very good at always finding a project or activity. So here are some ideas to keep yourself busy and keep your mind off the global pandemic, even if it’s only for a few minutes.
After your done cleaning and sanitizing all the areas you normally do, pay close attention to the areas that don’t usually get your attention such as your oven, refrigerator, baseboards and moldings, cabinets, closets, and inside drawers. These areas that we say we never have the time for, because we’re too busy. Well……guess what mama, now we have the time because we can’t go anywhere, and there’s that special feeling about getting something accomplished instead of just sitting on the couch and binge watching all the shows. Make a list from most important to least and get started.
After your to do list for cleaning, make a game plan for cleaning your closets and drawers. Pick an area for each day as not to overwhelm yourself. I started the other day with my medicine cabinet. I am in there each day, getting vitamins for my whole family, trying to keep them healthy during this time. So I wanted to pay extra close attention to all that. I found rounders last year when I was reorganizing my pantry and they’re perfect for this area. Here is my approach:
- Remove everything out of the cabinets…. I mean every last thing and put it on the counter.
- Separate into groups. ( i.e. Medication and Vitamins)
- Check the expiration date, if it’s food, vitamins, medication, etc.
- Put in separate containers. ( i.e. rounders and boxes)
- Use things you have on hand to group them. (i.e. cake decorating plates that spin, mason jars)
- Unbox what you can to save space and put in containers that fit better.
- Make the space work for you.
I’ve found that anything that takes your mind off of what’s happening in the world right now is something worth doing for my mental health. Whether it is cleaning, reorganizing, baking, cooking, or playing bored games with our children keeping busy and engaged is the key. My friends I hope you are all taking the time to enjoy your home making it better and more improved. This will help tremendously when it’s time to get back into the swing of everyday life at least our space will be in working order and that will relieve any unnecessary stress.
Be well and Be safe my friends. ~ Sherri XO