Sharon your post didn't show on my screen yesterday. That is happening a lot at the mo and with fb too.
Where are you Sharon? I am intrigued now. I might walk past you and never know!!
My dmum would know exactly what you meant about the cleaner. She got one when she went back to work after having my dbrother and me. She was actually a very good cleaner but mum was relieved when she had to stop. She just preferred to do it herself. My ddad does most of it now he has retired and mum cooks and irons.
I think you can post even with a cleaner Sharon - sadly they don't solve everything. Sinks still need shined, clothes still need washed and cleaners don't declutter [bushock] so there are still things that make it worth dipping in for motivation.
Dosey the dishwasher has been on 3 times today and there is still a load to go. It is all cake boxes and picnic boxes as well as the usual dishes, pots etc.
I have decluttered the table, hallway and little pile that was developing on the work top. I have also put on 2 loads of washing so I am regaining control - yet again.