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I Hired a Maid: Why I am Not the Least Bit Ashamed I Did

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As a single mother with 4 children at home and a business to run, I simply didn't have enough time to clean my own home, keep up with my kids and manage my business effectively at the same time. It seemed every time I started cleaning, something new would come up that needed my immediate attention. Cleaning up after the kids go to bed felt like a punishment for putting them to bed. I was exhausted and running myself into the ground. Although I wanted to be that unicorn mom who keeps the house clean, the children entertained, holds down a full-time job, and somehow manages not to go completely bonkers after a week - I knew I couldn't do it. I needed help.  So, I hired a maid service . You see, I wish cleaning was fun… but it’s not. That’s why there are professional cleaning services. In all honesty, life is too short to spend 2+ hours a day cleaning your home just to make it look decent for unexpected (or expected) guests. I have more important things to do with my...