routines at home – RefreshHer

It was 10:00 in the morning. I was dressed and ready for the day and I had already:

Taken care of the cat (If you’re a cat owner, you know that your cat will make sure that happens first!)
Swept the floor in the laundry room
Thrown in a load of laundry
Made the bed
Cleaned the bathroom
Wiped off the mirrors in the bathroom and bedroom
Made baked oatmeal
Emptied the dishwasher

I had also had my time in the Word and prayer, and my husband and I had also been guests on a podcast before 10:00! I was thankful that these things were done, because the rest of the day was also full of responsibilities. Not every day is as busy or productive and “My life is not about checking off boxes!” (I say to myself each day!).

My life is driven by my relationship with the Lord. I desire He direct my steps each day so that I can live my life for His glory. But God is a god of order and beauty, so that motivates me to live out each day in the same way. I don’t want to be driven by the constant demand of household chores and duties, but I desire to be the Keeper of my home so that it runs smoothly and efficiently.

In my years of homemaking, I have learned that the most adequate way to keep that happening is by having a daily routine. Most every bullet at the top of this post is done every single day of the week. I could do most of those things half asleep simply because it’s part of my daily routine.

Getting my day organized by doing the same things every day keeps my meals prepped, my laundry clean and the house in order. Here are some of the other things that I do every single day:

Put away my clothes when changing.
Clean up the kitchen after each meal.
Clear off any clutter from the kitchen counter.
Wipe down the stove top after cooking.
Spray the fridge, microwave and kitchen trash can with window spray.
Empty the trash.
Do one load of laundry.
Fold and put away the laundry as soon as possible after it’s dried.
Empty the litter box.
Sweep the floor.
Clean the main bathroom.
Straighten up the living areas (family room, living room).

The picture of my family room at the top of this post is my view while I’m writing. I did nothing to this room when I came in here today, and we use this room every day. It stays neat and clean, thanks to my daily routines. Without that, things would be a mess!

What do you need to add to your daily routine in order to be more effective as the keeper of your home? Make an evaluation of your “problem areas” then make a routine that will keep things in check. I’ve heard Whitney say many times that she has a routine for each day of the week – a day for laundry, a day for watering the plants, etc. That’s also helpful!

If I can give you suggestions or help, don’t hesitate to ask in the comments, or feel free to email me. My email address is in my contact page.

Here are some other cleaning posts (done in our previous home) that might spur you on to do some deep cleaning.

Refresh your home with routine!

Maybe with all the stuff going on in the world you’re having a bit of a hard time getting motivated in your home. I want to encourage you today about how helpful it is to keep moving forward especially during these difficult days.

If we can’t have the confidence that home will be a constant place of comfort, where will we go?

If we are also at odds with our loved ones because we are stressed, who else on this earth will love them?

Therefore…

This was supper one night this week. I moved a small side table in front of the fireplace so we could have the ambiance at our simple spaghetti supper.

Keep your normal routines going at home.
Get up and get dressed.
Make the bed.
Do the laundry.
Vacuum the carpet.
Sweep the floor.
Make the bathroom shine.
You have control over yourself, so be disciplined.
Keep mealtimes delicious, engaging and special.
Cook good food. That doesn’t mean you have to fix gourmet food.
I do think there’s great value in fixing a supper meal at home, in involving your family in setting the table, and helping with clean up. While at the table, turn off the television and make effort to create conversation, even if it’s just you and your spouse.
Turn on some relaxing music in the background.
Light a candle.
Set the table.
Linger after the meal.
Have a small dessert and coffee and take time to enjoy it all together as the gift it really is.
It’s hard work being a homemaker, but if you don’t do it for your family, who will?
Be present for your spouse and children. In all that’s going on, it’s so easy for people to feel disconnected.
Children are certainly feeling some hard things and may need to ask questions or share any fears they may be experiencing.
What a great time to point them to God’s Word with answers.
Stop and pray with them over any anxious feelings they may be experiencing.
My husband and I quoted Bible verses to one another one recent evening as we were drifting off to sleep. They were verses of comfort that did much to stop my worry!
No one can take your place in the home. Your presence is imperative and irreplaceable.
Make home the best place to be. Create a warmth that draws your family back.
Plan for game night with popcorn and hot chocolate.
Keep the house tidied up so it feels welcoming.
Get that last bit of Christmas decor put away and the tree needles swept up.
Light a new, fresh candle.
Make comfy places for people to sit and read.
Maybe this is the time to change the furniture around for a fresh look in your living room?
Home is a gift, and the woman is the one who sets the tone.
Make sure you’re spending greater time with the Lord each day. If we ever needed direction and comfort from His Word, it’s now.
Pray.
Spend time giving Him your burdens.
Learn from Him.
Write down what you learn.
Stay close through the day by listening to godly podcasts.
Meditate on God’s Word through Scripture memory.

If you wish to know God, you must know His Word. If you wish to perceive his power, you must see how he works by his Word. If you wish to know his purpose before it comes to pass, you can only discover it by his Word. ~Spurgeon

Without a relationship with God, we can do nothing that is effective for eternity.

These five things will not change the world, but they can change the people that live inside your home…including you! I pray that these simple steps will help you bring some joy from the home that our loving God has entrusted to you. You can make a difference, dear friend.

Refresh the atmosphere of your home,

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