Three Quick Cleanups to Do Before Visitors Arrive Story

Three Quick Cleanups to Do Before Visitors Arrive

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When I find out someone is getting ready to stop by the house, there are three quick cleanups I do before they arrive. These three tasks take no time, but make my feeling ready for guests.

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Quick Cleanup #1

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Quick Cleanup #2

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However, no matter how clear my counters may be in the morning, by lunch time they’ve exploded! When I find out guests are on their way, I try to quickly clear as much as I can from the counter tops.

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While I’m not always able to put everything away, I try to at least tidy this area up a bit as our kitchen island is one of the main focal points in our open family.

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Quick Cleanup #3

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If I have enough time, I usually light a candle, too. Something about the house smelling good makes me feel better about any messes I might have missed. ha!

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