I’m cleaning most of my house today, the floors, bathrooms, all of it! Well, technically I’m cheating, my friend Rosa comes over every other Wednesday and helps me clean for $60. I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned this little splurge I give myself twice a month. $60 cleans 3 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms, the living room, dining room, and the kitchen OR master bedroom. For me it’s worth it to have all the toilets and microwave look like new.

I’ve debated letting her go and throwing an additional $120 a month at my debt. She’s worked for me for over 5 years and she helps me out with my animals when I go out of town. Having her come to clean is my one splurge. I haven’t even had my hair cut in over 2 years, I cut my husband’s and son’s hair, all my clothes come from Walmart, yep, Faded Glory is my brand! I clip coupons and make all four kids lunch everyday for school. I’m always looking for ways to cut back.

My husband tells me I’m crazy. I get up early on cleaning day to pre-clean the house. Rosa tells me most of her clients clean before she shows up.

Now I’ve revealed my dirty little secret. I guess I’m trying to justify the $120 a month I spend on cleaning.