Burried Alive

So, you know those reality TV shows they have about the hording people? Well, I am beginning to feel like I am living that life. GROSS!!! I know that a lot of my problem is that we live in a pretty small apartment, so there just isn't a place to put everything. I know it's bad though when I haven't seen my loveseat in months. I am always embarrassed when people see my everlasting mess, and I am sick of it! I want my home to be warm and inviting. I want it to smell good. And I want the garbage to stay contained INSIDE the garbage can. I want to have pride in my home.

Now, I realize that most people I know already live this way. And I understand that the reward is in the end result. A lovely comfortable home. But people, I have missed that train. I need some extra motivation. So, I am going to make a game plan. My most favorite part? When I have completed my goal, I am having a girl party. That's right, pedicures, treats, and some girl talk, maybe even a good chick flick.

You are all invited (well as long as you're a girl that is :). But here's the catch, there won't be a party unless I actually conquer my monstrous mammoth mess. So, if you want to come to my pampering sparkle relaxation amazingly super party, you have to help me! Please keep me motivated and accountable by asking me how it's going or leaving me cheerleading messages. Or, if you are in the same boat as me (though I doubt you are) you can join me in my quest, and the party can be your reward too.

So here is my schedule

Tonight, April 18th (as soon as I am finished writing this post):
First things first, Tackle the garbage mountain. Get it out! All of it.
Tuesday April 19th:
Finish washing the dirty laundry, and put ALL of the laundry away. Like nicely, in drawers and on hangers in closets. Not in laundry baskets an the loveseat.
Reorganize bedroom closet, you know, so there is room for the laundry in there.
Arrange the storage under the bed.
Wednesday:
You knew it had to come sometime, start on those dishes! Do at least everything that has been sitting in a huge mound in the sink for who knows how long.
Arrange the cupboards in the kitchen so that you have a place to put clean dishes.
Organize entryway closet. Know what's in it and make best possible use of the space.
Thursday:
Do the rest of the dishes and put them away. Make sure the kitchen table is CLEAN and usable.
Clear off decorations on the cabinet and dust EVERYTHING! Then change out what's up there (and go for a minimalistic approach)
Hang pictures, mirrors, etc. the way you have been wanting them for who knows how long. if something is not being used, find a proper place to store it.

Friday:
If you are still alive, make sure that everything is Vacuumed. Then empty the vacuum cleaner and clean the filter.
Clean the countertops and stovetop.
Clean the kitchen floor (does anyone have a sandblaster I can borrow?)
Clean the bathroom, including the nasty vent with the lint beard.
Organize/arrange the living room to your liking.
Saturday:
Do general cleaning and clean up any missed spots, or catch up on things that may have been missed.
If you have REALLY done it, then you may plan your party. But if you haven't plan your next weeks to do list.

Here's hoping I don't die.