For all these years my mom has done all the house work alone, but now she's going to be gone for a month. I need to take care of the whole house myself. I'm not used to doing all these house chores and i'm not familiar with it at all. I know I need to water the plants, feed the goldfish, change the tank, wash dishes, cook for dinner, vacuum, laundry, but what else am I missing? Give me suggestions?
2007-07-28
18:21:51
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Home & Garden
➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You should have been helping all along. You apparently are old enough to be left alone why Mom is gone.
Own up to some responsibilities, and start helping all the time, not just when Mom will be gone.
2007-07-28 18:25:46
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answered by ♥ ♥Be Happi♥ ♥ 6
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One thing that I notice that you haven't mentioned is cleaning the bathroom. Not a fun job, but of course it has to be done. Laundry may also include ironing and folding clothing, towels, sheets, etc.
I suggest making out a daily schedule; there are some things you will need to do every day, like cooking and washing dishes; other things, like vacuuming, are probably done weekly. Make a schedule so you don't end up trying to do everything at once, and it will be a lot easier.
Good luck!
2007-07-29 01:31:35
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answered by Anonymous
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What a great opportunity! Everyone needs responsibility. I would suggest that you ask your mom for assistance in setting up your to do list. List the things you know you need to do and how often they need to be done then review with your mom if any way possible. I'm sure she will appreciate your taking this responsibility serious. As parents we sometimes like to do everything for our kids but it isn't the best for them. Please continue to assist your mom when she returns. This will give you a chance to realize and be thankful for what your mom does. I'm sure you will do great. Just by the fact that you are wanting to find out the right things to do. Good Luck in your adventure.
2007-07-29 04:06:14
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answered by polarbearchp 2
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If your mother hasn't given you a to-do list, walk around the house with a pen and pad calmly, and write down everything you notice that would need to be done to maintain the house. If you are more visually oriented, you can even draw a map. You might also write a list of items you will need to have to complete the chores: sponges, mops, cleaners, food supplies, etc. Next, write a list of everything that needs to be done daily. Start with the first item, then cross it off the list once it's done. Then go to the second item. If you need to do certain things everyday, you can write out the list once, and xerox it 30 times (for one month's worth of lists)>
2007-07-29 01:27:43
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answered by holacarinados 4
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Well since you've never taken school seriously I doubt you'll do any of the house work seriously either. Ask your mom to explain to you what home maintenance and repair means and work your way up to housework over the next couple of years.
2007-07-29 08:52:47
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answered by yogi.bair 2
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My suggestion is to clean as you go. If you see someone messing something up , tell them to clean up after themselves. This is how I was brought up. We had 4 kids and a huge house, and my mom spent about 3 hours a week cleaning it every Wed. Other than that, any messes were OUR responsibility.
In truth, you have been spoiled. I don't really feel very sorry for you.
2007-07-29 01:38:29
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answered by Bruce J 4
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Serves you right for making her "your" work horse.
If she died while she was gone. You would starve to death,
because you never learned to do for yourself or anyone else.
You are missing "motivation" Get going.
2007-07-29 01:35:42
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answered by Anonymous
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bathroom,toilets,mopingthe floors,dusting
2007-07-29 07:32:54
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answered by peter t 5
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