February Home Reset

[@emilyjean222]

I always get the itch to deep clean when I'm supposed to be doing something else more important. I live in a constant rebel phase, lol.

[@GoingGreenMom]

Lol, this is so me. 20 page paper due in 2 days? Haven't touched the house in 6 months? Suddenly it all has to be cleaned. Lol. Don't really have those deadlines now, but it I similar situation.

[@taraschmidheini4674]

That's me too, Emily Jean! I've been calling it productive procrastination lol - Tara. Jean 😀

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

I do this too! I get the itch to clean when something else needs to be done. I joke that a rebel by being productive on other stuff 😂

[@susanbibber3080]

I went to a restaurant in New Hampshire and when the waitress came over I thought to myself she looks just like you. Then she told me her name was Shannon!

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

No way! I have a doppelgänger with the name Shannon too?! How cool!

[@roxanaconception]

😊

[@petegroeneveld1170]

If you feel like you living room is so blah, all you need is to break out your husband's Kansas City Chiefs recliner cover! Especially since it's Super Bowl week!😂

[@nonnieTerri]

I love the empty feeling after the Christmas decorations are taken down. Everything is so clean and minimal and it makes me calm.

[@wandajolley2570]

I was born and raised in New Hampshire.

[@WillOwlTheWisp]

Cupboard shelves that are out of reach and/or awkward (like corner cupboards), for my household, are reserved for the things that are accessed least often: special occasion dish set, crockery that we only use for big holiday meals, extra items in the pantry and medicine cabinet, etc. I personally err more minimalish and would prefer not to need to put anything too high to reach easily, but the rest of the household is not (which is fine, lol, we're all different), so it's all about making things as functional as possible for everyone.

[@belindaroberts3090]

I have a better mindset when my house is clean & uncluttered. Cuz if it's not at least decent depression hits me. You got a good husband. Teamwork makes the dream work.

[@janettebogar]

It’s great seeing you doing so well! Keep up the great job and thanks for the motivation!

[@voiceojane]

The cupboards in my new house are ridiculously high. Having a sturdy step stool that’s easy to grab and store is essential for me. Then I just put the less accessed stuff up there, like holiday or party serving stuff, or extra backstock. Then at least it’s not wasted space, but I only have to deal with it a few times per year.

[@wendybellhouse5731]

Shannon you are always so inspiring and kind, its lovely to have a virtual visit with you. I am in New Zealand and we are in summer, i struggle with the heat but as soon as it starts cooling off for Autumn i like to do a deep clean in preparation for Winter hibernation 😉

[@juliemakepeace1875]

Fellow perfectionist here. I live in the Northeast, and we are having warm (for February), sunny days this week. You would think I would be thrilled, but the sun shining in is revealing how filthy my windows are!

[@emilasmith4279]

Everything looks lovely! Great job! I use the upper shelves in cabinets to store rolls of paper towels or tp esp after purchasing the big “bales” at wholesale clubs. Also store extra paper plates, cups, plastic silverware and napkins that take up a lot of space. Bday party supplies as well. Sure saves space in not filling up more prime real estate in closets. Big hugs! Em ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ikrobiee]

You did such a good job resetting your main spaces. 😆

[@lisaaamoun3520]

You have come such a long way. When I first started watching you were depressed and struggling with cleaning. Your house seems so much more in order and you have more energy. I love watching you because you have always had your priorities straight. I love your persistence. It brings me hope.

[@judyfarmer2962]

You did a very good job. I love a clean house and at 70 I find it hard to complete the cleaning task in one day. I usually break it up but it does get done.

[@emmadeloach8711]

Laundry Tip!! A few years ago I started separating my laundry by family member. It is a game changer! My brain doesn't have to go all over the place when folding and putting away laundry. I know that these are all of my clothes or all towels or all of my sons clothes etc. And if I don't feel like folding or putting away I just hand the whole load to my husband or children. Give it a try. You won't regret it!

[@christinedickerson2631]

when the clocks go fwd is when i want to spring clean as the weather gets better you start seeing how grubby everything is.xx

[@mollyholcomb2336]

Watching you while i try to keep a routine of cleaning my tiny bathroom every weekend. It only takes like 20 minutes, including changing out the shower curtain. You do give me encouragement. Thank you for sharing!! God bless

[@kimbrown1701]

Proud of you girl!! When I was a young mom I suffered with mood issues so I know what you have dealt with. Not much you can do other than lean heavily on our Lord and plow through. I was so blessed with great kids and an amazing husband...but those feelings have nothing to do with lacking for anything. It's our chemistry. Give yourself grace and put all the work aside to focus on your family and then days like this, you get caught up! There are a lot of moms out there that can relate. I can tell you, it gets better. Promise😘😘🙏

[@susannovak8263]

I don’t really do spring cleaning. About once a week, I do some household task that is out of the ordinary and more in the “deep clean” category - like cleaning all the ceiling fans, wiping down baseboards, cleaning out a closet or cleaning out the filter in the dishwasher. Spreading it out throughout the year makes it seem less difficult.

[@sarahlewis7820]

small collapsable step stool, best invention for space saving, you go girl,the force is with you, all the angels, and all strong independant women xx grumpy grandma u.k.

[@authenticallyamber99]

I’m glad you’re feeling better! Hope everyone is good as new soon! ❤ Hey, and if no one’s told you this today- You’re doing a great job too! 😃 I’m always cleaning something around here but lately I’ve been in major decluttering mode! Cleaning out every closet and drawers! Just donated a ton of stuff! Not finished yet but I’m making headway. It’s cold here in sunny Florida but it’s a new year so I’m inspired to weed out unnecessary things! 🏖️ I like your Tshirt! Fellow Jesus follower here! 🙏

[@kutanra]

If you keep product boxes for warranty or re-sell, put them in your top kitchen cupboards. Fills them up for your brain and keeps the boxes out of spaces with more potential. You can put a single piece of cardboard in front to make it less busy

[@carrieprivette3032]

Glad everyone is feeling better! When I have a big home project coming up I like to mealprep meals that are basically ready to go for 2/3 days and do all the cooking in advance. That way once it's cleaned up, we barely have any cooking or dishes to clean while I'm trying to tackle the project. I'm solo all day with a 2yr old, so anything that makes my life easier is great.

[@jennyjenkins877]

Wow, you got so much done and really put those Blueland products to work! Thank you for the honest review as well. You definitely have to allow the bathroom cleaner to sit on stubborn stains like mineral deposits/water marks for a long time but that's true of any bathroom cleaning spray.

[@cj3565]

So inspirational! Been following from the near beginning. Just getting over a major sickness too. For the first time ever, I purchased a product from an influencer. I’m hoping Blueland will help me keep foaming hand soap stocked in my house. I think the tablets instead of full bottles will really help.

[@katsspace4688]

I “deep cleaned” my house for so many years, without actually deep cleaning anything. I was literally just picking up after everyone (including myself🤭) and then doing a bit of cleaning. When we have to pick up a lot before cleaning, it’s so much effort. You got this though,you’re doing so well!🥰 On a side note though, I can’t remember the last time I mopped the entire house in one go. I HATE mopping. I mop 1 or 2 rooms every 5 days or so. It keeps my floors sparkling clean and it doesn’t make me want to smash the mop🤭 I’m sure a lot of people would not like my cleaning routine but it works for me and my family….and that’s what we all want right? Something that works for our own families❤️❤️

[@TessieDobey]

We are a family of twelve and we were all sick. My husband and I are doing better but I have three children who are still ill. It took my husband and I three days to get our home back to normal.

[@DipityS]

I absolutely believe your home is at a different less chaotic standard than when I first started watching your channel. I'm not sure if you notice it? Sometimes its hard to see a change because you're in the middle of living in the change - it but I can really see a big difference and I think your chaos state is not as chaos as it once was. That's not a criticism of where you were - I'm so grateful you allowed us all to join your journey - but I do think you've worked your way to a a different level of lower-chaos state - if that makes sense. (This is meant to be a compliment !!) Thank you for a wonderful, inspiring video 😊

[@sflasaint811]

Enjoy the empty. So much easier to clean! I'm not handy either and I have to hire people. I've broken or mess up enough projects or repairs to know. 🤣 You've come so far! Proud of you!

[@kariner4297]

You never fail to make me smile. Thank you for sharing your ups and downs so honestly with us😌

[@brendahamilton4426]

Glad you're feeling better 🎉. The house looks I great. ❤

[@thecrazylifeandtimesofacra2629]

i deep clean between halloween and christmas so when family comes for christmas party my house is spotless

[@hollyroecker9019]

You and your home are looking good! Always great to start out the week with a clean space. Thank you for the encouragement! ❤

[@micheleboschert175]

Glad that you are up and about. Great job on your home reset. You have a dear husband to support you, your family and home. You and your family are truly a blessing and are blessed!

[@carolcooper881]

I'm glad you got to reset your home. You need to rest now. You look really tired.

[@raisinboysx3]

In the times we live in today we should probably put some prepping stuff on our top shelf. Non perishable food, candles, batteries. I say this is even though my top shelf is empty too. lol

[@lyndsaythom]

Shannon I love your red, plaid long sleeve! It looks so good on you and super comfy!

[@patriciavaris7280]

This might not be the best idea with declutteringprojects in mind and so, but i thought if some nice decoration peaces would suit on the top shelves in the cupboards, some fake greenery or other nice peaces, or something meaningful. Also read some previous comments recommending partystuff etc on the topshelves where you have to deal with them only a few times during the year, sounded also good. I start to get motivated to spring clean when the sun starts to feel warmer, the snow starts to melt, birds are singing and its warmer and sunnier outside. I live in Finland where the winter is abit longer and spring takes its time to get here 😂😅

[@angela_flute52689]

Cabinets that are too high (or any spots that are difficult to reach) are where seasonal or other infrequently-used items or backup storage go. I actually prefer to do my "spring cleaning" in January and February. The busy holiday season is over, you're organizing new stuff and getting old stuff out, and nothing else is going on (unless you get sick). Once springtime hits, I'm too busy with outside projects and more things on the schedule, though there are a few chores that work better when it's warm outside, like cleaning the outsides of the windows, rinsing the dirt off the house, vacuuming the garage, etc., and of course the start of yard work.

[@thelilacmum]

Thank you. I really needed a pickup right now. Not doing well in my depression journey. I could use some prayers. 💜Heather

[@heathersmeather]

🥰 Hugs along with prayers.

[@suewright984]

Grant yourself some Grace. If everyone is ok, the house is 2nd. Prayers for you. 🙏

[@thelilacmum]

@@heathersmeather thank you, I appreciate it 💜

[@thelilacmum]

@@suewright984 You’re right,letting myself go through to a better day. Thank you 💜

[@CherylCoolidge]

You did an amazing job of cleaning today. Way to go!!

[@jowatson2607]

My cleaning routine is based on The Organised Mum method no spring cleaning required 👍🏻

[@gapeach51170]

I put things that only get used a certain times of the year (Thanksgiving, Christmas , etc. ) on those tops shelves. You could also use them for your "time will tell" items when decluttering your kitchen. :) I am a flybaby from years ago ...like 20+ years... I don't follow the plan completely but like you have taken things from it each time I commit to starting again. Right now I am just focused on keeping my kitchen clean every day, 5 minute tidy everyday and I pick one room everyday and pick the top 3 things I want to do in that room ( Mon: kitchen, Tue: DR, Wed: LR, Thurs: MBR Fri: bathrooms) I don't schedule anything for the weekends but if I am home and not doing something fun I pick something to declutter. Is my home great...nope but it's better a lot better!

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

This gave me ideas for stuff stored in lower cabinets and I love the time will tell too!

[@gapeach51170]

@@LeafLikeOnATree , you were fast :) I added to my comment. :)

[@rachelt727]

So happy you are getting some great sponsorships!

[@aaronhudgens8345]

Hello Shannon. You could get a small collapsible step to keep in the kitchen for when you need to get into the top shelves.

[@authenticallyamber99]

Oh, and the upper kitchen cabinets house items I seldom use. I either have to get my son who’s over 6 feet tall or the step stool to reach them, of course.

[@3TXSisters]

Great job! Everything looks so nice and clean! Take care, Linda 🦋

[@corinnabehrendt7600]

If you fall off of the fly ladys system, just do a weekly homeblessing for floors.

[@sandymyers1182]

My goal this year has been to go room by room, declutter and clean really well. It’s feb 7 and one room still isn’t done because truthfully, neither of us want to do it. 😂😂 I do take short jabs at it, go in and dust off a couple of shelves. I am 75 and incredibly lazy since I retired

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

I am a big fan of short jabs. They will add up! I tend to rebel against timelines I set on myself.

[@ellenherman9543]

I get clear containers with handles so i can pull them down...for the very top i put things i can grab with a grabby tool...the kind old people use😂....they work great.

[@deniselewallen6003]

ugh. I need to mop AND clean toilets. great motivation.

[@kristineparks4606]

I do spring cleaning all year long and that is mostly because I am bored alot being an at home mom.

[@shaneswing1114]

After yesrs now, I am still eith you each and every time!! You are really doing fantastic in your health and home! So proud of you!! I will be 69 next month but feel much younger. I have help teice a month but watching you makes me want to do more myself!! Our kids snd grands all live in Texas too. Love you, Shannon. My hubs snd I started back to church regularly on New Years Eve snd are contributing to our church financially too. It is all prayers answered. Your loyal friend and fan, Shane from Middle Tennessee 🎉

[@angelarothbauer8096]

Yes hunny - I spent decades in perfectionism - then I got Lupus - was forced to slowdown and give that up- and that was Gods lesson - to take time to smell the roses - and be thankful - it was a hard lesson but needed- but I need clean floors daily

[@Julie-2ndlife]

Living in Texas I have changed it to summer cleaning. Since I can't go outside due to my illness the heat does a number on me so I do it all in the summer.

[@melissasnelgrove-or5op]

I live in Canada with snow so I already did my spring cleaning

[@kimberlylamitie2869]

I have to have a stool to reach those darn cabinets. 😂. I have a husband like Steven. What a blessing.

[@carolynoquinn4573]

Sweetie, get a good step stool and use that high storage!

[@nanab9230]

I finally did my spring cleaning last year in June. Unexpected family arriving from out of state interrupted and I’ve never gotten back to it. Maybe this June? 😂

[@kalenclark]

Your channel is so fun & realistic to watch!

[@freedominabudget]

I need to get better at starting the house with a clean house! It truly makes such a difference!! ❤

[@caitlinmayi]

I want to spring clean while I'm stuck in the house( jan/feb) I want my spring cleaning to get done early so I can spend spring outside before the texas heat is too much.

[@heathersmeather]

I agree about tall cabinets. I’m on the shorter side. However, I’d like the extra storage. 😁 Might be a great place for refills if you decant, or lighter weight extra products like paper products….maybe extra kitchen decor if you like to change out things for holidays or seasons. I’m trying to think what I’d do with them. Lol, snacks I shouldn’t be eating. 😆

[@jodyford5235]

Your home looks so good you are rockin it !!!

[@nadinewilliamson1037]

Maine is still in the dead of winter. I normaly do inside spring cleaning in May. Pull out furniture, appliances, thoroughly clean and declutter... wash walls. Then June is spring cleaning outside.. garage, shed and yard. ❤

[@alishaplott1319]

For the dog kennel entertainment center have you looked online at bed bath and beyond they have them for about $300.(No Bars)🙂

[@lyndaabrahamson3244]

I've been working on cleaning and decluttering. But every three days or so I need to spend a day refreshing the rooms. It's crazy how quick things can get undone. Great video Shannon. Sending lots of love. God bless.

[@lennyburdick3192]

Kennel end table. Haunt Facebook market place and thrift stores. Dog turnover is huge. You could also ask in your local Buy Nothing group. It might not be a perfect one but it also won’t cost $1200.

[@petegroeneveld1170]

Your Kansas City Chiefs recliner cover would brighten up the room since it's Super Bowl week!😂

[@lindakleiner5734]

☀️ Hi Shannon I came from Dani’s channel to check you out and realised I had watched some of your videos a few years ago.

[@joycefernandezbaham8380]

Hi Shannon, Since the weather is getting warmer here in Louisiana I have also been itching to get things done. I plan to get outside and repot some plants and clean the porches. It’s really hard when you and your family get sick. I pray that everyone recovers quickly.❤

[@samarfatemah4935]

Can you take us to Home Goods with you? That would be such a nice video!

[@victoriabarry1615]

Hi Shannon! I’m in Texas too. I can relate to you in a few areas in life. If you ever need a new friend. I’m here for you!

[@bookiebird28]

I didn’t decorate my Christmas tree this year. It is still up and I plan to leave it up during the winter months. It gives a cozy feel to the room. I don’t have a mantle, but my sister has lights up on her mantle year round. Maybe you could get a garland, branches, etc and put lights in it. It just brings something extra to the room. Maybe be even fairy lights in jars.

[@helenb9991]

I really enjoy listening to you xxx

[@findingaway5512]

My husband is handy but always busy or exhausted so stuff takes forever to get addressed and i only make things worse. 😂 I dont get how people are just good at things! He is the one that builds anything.

[@karaumbenhauer2049]

This time of year is the worst for! I have fibromyalgia, and CFS….so I’m in a dark place right now! Pushing through!

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

This is such a hard time! I am so thankful for sunny weather. I’ve been very intentional about getting outside in the sun even if it’s cold. It seems to be helping keep the winter blues away. I’ll add you to my prayer list. Hang in there ❤️

[@sandygroenendyk5141]

Everything looked great when you finished. I like the purple lights in the kitchen. About the top shelves in the kitchen; they could be used for seasonal items, extras, or picnic supplies. Maybe you could see if those nicer containers with the handles (handles point down) would work. You could put lighter packages or bottles in them. Otherwise, a folding stepstool that can squeeze in a small space might work.

[@marciamartin5559]

I always want everything done the same day.or I feel like it’s not done. I try to do the basics everyday and then do about 30-60 minutes extra. You’re doing a great job, when I first started watching your channel, your home was messy it looks so much better now.

[@brookewebb4924]

I kinda do spring cleaning whenever the sun finally comes out and stays out. Like doesn’t get dark at 5 pm. I live in Missouri so the sun and weather usually don’t cooperate until March or April. I like to get in those areas that get forgotten like sweeping the floors of closets, taking everything out or pulling away the dryer and oven to clean behind and underneath. It would be nice and motivating to see your take on spring cleaning and maybe get some new ideas. I also have been meaning to really wipe down all my kitchen cabinets. After the holidays I can see they need a good cleaning. Thanks for the time and effort you put into making your videos. I like watching 😊

[@fabienneclavier5984]

I hope everyone is better now! Here I am the one who's been sick - not the flu, but the bronchitis of the century. Been sick all of January, and still not 100%. To answer your question: I don't do any big cleaning in tbe spring, just a bigger round of decluttering in February/March. I will have quite some work/ cleaning to do this year though, as we are going to have some construction done in March (small extension of our home). Not looking forward to it, lol.

[@jewlzt7331]

I'm curious if your dishes come out clean? I've always heard that putting the pod in that way causes it to dissolve in the rinse cycle and not clean as well. I recently saw that most people don't know they should take apart the inside of the dishwashers to clean filters! I don't really do spring cleaning, either. I'm sorry y'all have been sick. We've been sick here for what seems like weeks! Hopefully all are on the mend now.

[@naydalopez3662]

Hi!!! I’m doing a lot of laundry too 🤣 and I will try to cook early today

[@bettysullivan260]

I use the top cabinet shelves for seasonal dishes and large Corning dishes that I don’t use often. I use a stepstool to reach the items-or my tall husband.

[@LoriCampbell79]

I am short-5’3, so those top shelves are totally unreachable for me without a step stool or ladder. I put items I use very infrequently up there to free up the lower shelves and cabinet space. I am really thinking now that I need to put kitchen cabinet clean out and declutter on my list for sometime in the next few weeks. Thanks for the motivation!

[@margiebeeb2836]

Love your music on here! I keep a stool in my kitchen because I’m short and can’t reach things in the cupboard! Nice cleaning video😊❤

[@Amyhomemakingadventure]

I look forward to your videos every week!Love the encouragement and the realism of mom life!❤🎉

[@ellenherman9543]

Boy you are looking good woman!❤

[@heatherjolly8389]

I LOVE Blueland! It's so easy to buy a pack of tablets and store them for as needed. I don't have space in my house to store 5 bottles but I do to store 5 tabs to use as needed! They work great for sure.

[@findingaway5512]

Thats great you started teh week with a clean house. Maybe you all can tag team it as a family clean up day for a couple hours on the weekends like every one pitches in for an hour or two to reset together. We don't do that here but I imagine if my house is clean that I would try to implement that before I got out of hand again. A girl can dream. 😂 I will get back there again. 💪 Keep on keeping on.

[@loris2525]

Your livingroom started out looking pretty clean for a large family just getting over being sick!! I saw some cute large dog kennel furniture that definitely doesnt look like a prison on amazon, all under $500. Hope that helps with your search. I saw that you have a spin mop now! Theyre great! I use mine on walls and cabinets too. I even took it took my friends dog grooming shop and did the walls over her sinks to get all caked on dog shampoo off from the dogs shaking it off while they get washed lol. They have heavy duty replacement heads at home depot that have little scrubby fibers on the strands that may help you avoid scraping your floors. Btw... looking good shannon!! Thanks for the cleaning motivation!! Im so behind on my cleaning due to 3 month flare up of my RA. Its so overwhelming!! Taking your lead and handling it one step at a time. I appreciate you sharing you struggles and successes, its inspiring. Hope you have an amazing week!

[@SheilaJakes]

Great job !😊

[@bloodliriel]

Hello there! I don't get a real spring clean itch, but I do things that I won't have time for once garden season starts. I have a real garden and it is starting to create work in March. What happened this year: I went through the cabinets and tidied the basement and attic. I will clean the windows and then buy supplies like soil, spring plants etc before I start digging into the garden issue, so I only will have to get rid of organic garden waste and not have other stuff on top. Part of that prep work is getting the cats vaccinated, so they can start going outside again ❤ I too don't have a routine. If it is dirty, I put it on my list. Thank you for motivating me from halfway around the world! Greetings from Luxembourg 🇱🇺

[@suewright984]

Store extra paper products. You can use a tong to reach the package of TP or paper towels and are not in danger when taking them down. Even if they fall it’s no big deal.

[@jessicabrown6943]

I love my OCedar spin mop too!! ❤

[@MzLady-rr8gj]

Beautiful family, marriage and home.❤😊

[@catharinab8860]

Shannon, don’t buy more decorations. Wait until you’ve decluttered your house. You’ll find things to put on display

[@brendadunston9895]

Hi Shannon! Your house looks fabulous! Oh and I love your under cabinet lights. 💜💜💜

[@shivaichai]

Needed this today heading into a low hole at the moment thanks! I also dint really have a routine, find with chronic health issues its too hard as I'm so up and down with my health and productivity. Xx

[@joanlandry9701]

I actually start spring cleaning around April or May but mostly just pick at things through out the year. I'm also doing the decluttering and boy does it where you out lol

[@maryannhorner1900]

For cleaning I use the Fly Lady system or I should say I try to 😂 I have her app on my phone & when I follow it my house is the cleanest ever 🤩 the problem is me - Ha! and following through. There just always seems to be something else that needs to be done 🤷‍♀️

[@Coffeecup.0110]

Good morning! Have a great day! ❤❤❤

[@LeafLikeOnATree]

Same to you