Springing Forward-

So this Sunday it's time to once again spring forward.  In my life that means it's time to spring clean.  Here are some of the things to do every six months with the clock changing::

• Mattress Flip -Deodorize mattresses with Baking Soda sprinkled on top, leave for 15 minutes then vacuum off and flip them.
• Fridge Makeover-Pull everything out of the fridge, throw out all expired items. Make sure to clean the refrigerator walls, drawers and shelves. A tablespoon or two of baking soda added to some soapy water will help eliminate odors. Sort things by sizes so that you can adjust the shelves accordingly. The things that you use most often should be in the door or up front on the shelves and things you use less often in the back.
• Pantry Perk Up- Pull it all out! Throw out the expired items.  Donate things that you won't use before they expire.  Sort like things together.  I use labels and store things like pasta and rice in tubs.   Makes it easier to find what your looking for.  Things you use often should be stored so they are easily retrieved and things you use rarely can be stored higher up or in back.
• Power Up- Check and replace batteries in smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors.
• Let there be Light- Replace all burnt out light bulbs both inside and out. This is a good time to clean those light fixtures too.

 I ALWAYS feel better when things are in order.  My life is easier to manage when I can find what I am looking for quickly.  So do yourself a favor and give a good spring cleaning to the things that are most important to you!