A Clean Room is a Happy Room!

That's exactly what my mom always says and I believe it!

I just finished cleaning my room and it looks so much better!!! What a difference in makes to take a couple of hours and spruce up...I hope it won't take that long next time. Usually, Saturdays in our house are specifically for house cleaning, especially bedrooms, then when that's done we do something fun in the evening. But, I hadn't cleaned my room in about a month, so it took me awhile to get it back in shape. Plus, I share the room with my sisters Marley (12) and Mirial (6) so there's 3 times as much mess! It's a labor of love that has it's rewards. When I was almost finished, Mirial came in and declared that I must love cleaning because I do it so much! Hahaha! I don't always love it, but I always love the feeling it gives to walk into a room that is clean because of my accomplishment. Satisfaction!

Here I'll give you my list of things I do in order for bedroom cleanification:)

1. Make the bed. Clear it off and make it nicely. Put fresh sheets and pillow cases on and maybe take the comforters down to be laundered.

2. Make sure the closets and drawers are ready for clean clothes to be put away. Clean them out if need be.

3. Pick up all the clothes and fold them on the bed, tote the dirty ones to the laundry room NOW. (I've found that if you wait until the end, it doesn't get done until a couple of weeks later and by then, the clothes get spread out so the dirty is mixed with the clean and you have messy room again! Not fun!)

4. Separate the clothes you want to get rid of, put them in a trash bag and take them directly to the car so when you're out, you can just drop them off at a local thrift store when you go out next.

5. Put the clean folded clothes away in the drawers and hang them up in the closet.

6. Pick up trash from the floor and cluttered spaces. It's amazing how it piles up!

7. Put away all toys, books, etc. Your goal right now is to get the floor completely cleaned off. Now would be a good time to put away shoes.

8. Organize cluttered areas like dressers, vanities, side tables and bookshelves. Dust shelves, clean mirrors and windows and tackle other clutter-corners. Remove any marks on the wall and dust the baseboards.

9. Finally, vacuum the carpet or vacuum the rugs and sweep the floor. Make sure you clean out under the bed as well.

10. For an extra-special touch, put freshly laundered towels and washcloths on the bed(s) and place little hotel soaps and shampoos on the side-tables (I know you have some, we all do!:). As a final goody, put a chocolate on each pillowcase. Just make sure you don't forget and sleep on them. When you wake up, you'll think your brain has been leaking out your ear and you'll freak out! (Don't ask me how I know that...)

You can copy this list and paste it in a document if you like. I love sharing my joy of cleaning!

What's that in the Dryer?

This morning, baby Mandee (Child #7 of 8. She's 20 months old), took the liberty of emptying one of the dryers of its contents and climbing inside. I spotted her from the kitchen and just had to take some pictures! She's such a little joy-girl! I love you, sweetie!!!

Enjoy the pictures, y'all!

One must always investigate one's surroundings before becoming comfortable.

"Look at me, sister!!"

Peek-a-boo!

Still smiling as she said, "All done!" and promptly climbed out.

My Dream Car!!!

What a BEAUTIFUL car! My mom took a picture of this one. It was parked right outside our house. It's very much like my dream car. My DREAM car is a red 1960's truck with white-wall tires, beige leather seats and wooden bed-rails! Oh, yeah! What's your dream car look like?

Questions or Comments Email

I've just created an email for this site, so if you have any questions or comments about any of my posts or need advice, please drop me a line at cherishingmyrole@gmail.com !

Well, well...It's been awhile!

I'm sure that anyone who's attempted to follow this blog has been discouraged by my lack of commitment. My apologies! My plan from now on is to put at least one post a week, and if I don't, just assume I'm extremely busy or on vacation. Imagine I'm in some exotic location where there is no modern technology; I'm in the tropical jungles of Ecuador, am being eaten alive by mosquitoes and have no access to even a cell phone. Please pray for me!

Now, on a serious note, I am going to define now the top 5 topics that I'm going to share about with you in this blog:

1. Spiritual Encouragement! I will be sharing scripture that I've learned and things that God's shown me through His Word and the guidance of godly people.

2. Organizational Ideas. One of my MAJOR strengths is organizing and serving. I think that pretty much sums up what this topic is about.

3. Sewing and Arts! Two of my passions! I will also be teaching sewing classes that will be available to you. Coming soon!

4. My Journal. Things that might happen in any given day (usually involving a younger sibling) that give me joy that I would love to share with you!

5. Thoughts from a Mother's Heart. These posts are precious gems from my mother. I'm giving her a portion of my blog so that she can bless all of you!

I think that sums it all up! I hope that you'll check back often. Have a blessed day!

Sense and Sensibility Patterns

Check out this website! I've been going there for a long time and follow on Facebook. The website has just gotten a redesign and looks great. Plus! To celebrate their website makeover, Mrs. Chancey (the owner) is selling all of her patterns, classes and sewing books at 15% off! Go to: www.sensibility.com. I also have this website as one of my links to the right.

Sense and Sensibility Patterns (the company) was founded by Jennie Chancey years ago and her great website has just gotten better! Check it out soon!

Toy Story 3!

I'm really excited to see the third Toy Story to come out on June 18th!

Here's the plot:
It's been ten years since the last Toy Story and Andy's 18 now! The posters of Woody and Buzz on his walls are now replaced by posters of his sports heroes and favorite rock bands:( He never plays with his old toys now but can't stand to give them up (Poor Mrs. Potato Head is missing one eye). Mom doesn't want them around anymore so boxes them up and donates them to "Sunnyside Daycare." After their first day being tossed around, stickered and practically mauled, the toys decide they don't like the daycare as much as Andy's room. Mrs. Potato Head's other eye ends up still in Andy's room and she can see what's going on! Once they find out that Andy still wants them, an immediate escape plan is initiated. I can't wait to find out if they make it!

See the trailers and other stuff about the movies @ www.toystory.com. There was no way to post the trailer here, but I wish I could! Can't wait!