Originally Posted by TimidTulip

Hello from a newbie!

Cleaning can be a real downer. Break it up into small sections so you dont get overwhelmed. Collect all the dishes together. Throw out the trash. Sort the laundry. Do a bit, then give yourself a break and a reward after each "section" If that is too much? Put the kettle on to make a cup of tea or coffee, and clean just until the kettle boils. You'd be surprised how much you can get done!

And when you're done - come back here and post all about it! :-)