Definition Adventures: "Clean the kitchen." Day 3/3

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This is the final day of the "Clean the Kitchen" Definition Adventure.

So what have I learned?

Setting a time limit is the best thing I can possibly do. If I want to create a habit that occurs in a certain amount of time I need to set the time limit first and then make a routine that fits within that time frame. In this case the time limit meant I couldn't do everything I wanted to. I focused removing detritus and dirt. 

Because I needed to remove the dirt (ie clean) I found that I first needed to look after the dishes and pick up the counters. When the counters are picked up I clean clean a little more, when they aren't I spend half the time cleaning. This means I'm motivated to keep the counters clear in order make this habit most effective.

Cleaning the kitchen defined:

After picking up the counters and looking after the dishes. In particular I will wash things that can't go in the dishwasher like our chefs knife, wooden cutting boards, and cast irons. 

Once that's done I can clean. I have a spray bottle that it 1 cup vinegar, 1.5 cups water, and 1/2 cup all purpose cleaner. I spray down the stove, counters, and sink with it. Then I wipe those surfaces. If I need to I scrub the sink. That's cleaning the kitchen. If there is time remaining I will then take out the compost and sweep the floor.

Thanks for joining me on my adventure to define daily kitchen cleaning. I found this very helpful myself, and I'm hoping others like me got something out of it.

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