There is far more to life than externals, but when I find myself in a slump on schooling, cooking, cleaning, or any other aspect of domesticity, a dress rehearsal can help me find my role again.

Putting on a cute apron and some fun gloves, I'm ready for a clean-a-thon! (Incidently, rubber gloves are coming up in the fashion world, I just bought a pair of these!)

Or I'll don the apron (sans gloves) and cook up a mega batch of something satisfying and delicious.

Extending the concept to my house, I imagine that if this is a dress rehersal, then my home is the "set". I locate some props and sweep up the stage. A new centerpiece, table runner, or flowers energizes the scene! Even a simple candle on a pretty doily inspires me, and I can’t help but perk up other areas of the house.

Style your hair, wink at yourself in the mirror, tuck a feather duster in your apron pocket (or a pencil behind your ear) and conquer the day!

Domestic Chaos Tamer and Homeschool Mom of five, Dell enjoys writing about home, heart, and hearth.