I have found that an effective way to keep my bedroom clean and orderly is to simply make my bed first thing in the morning. When the sheets are pulled straight, and the pillows are in their spot, it somehow motivates me to keep everything else in it’s place as well. When I do let the bed making slide for a day or two, I end up with clothes piled on top of the disheveled sheets, and everything else seems to follow in the same messy disorder. I feel proud when my husband can walk into our bedroom to find a nicely made bed, clothes off the floor, and no clutter to be seen.
Momala says:
I’ve noticed this too. Recently I timed how long it takes to make the bed and it was under 2 minutes. I guess I have no excuse for not doing it! I think making the bed is kind-of like shining your sink ala Flylady. It sets the tone for the whole room.
Thanks for the reminder, I’m heading upstairs to make my bed right now!
Mindy
June 16th, 2008 at 8:04 am
Mary-Ann says:
I have to make my bed every day as soon as I get up! I have no idea why I do it just a habit from when I was a kid and your right it does make the whole room look more organized!
June 16th, 2008 at 3:07 pm