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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 3 - Advanced)
Topic: FRESH START (01/05/17)
My house was dirty. Oh I don’t mean it just needed dusting and floors mopped. I cringed when I saw the cobweb across the chandelier and the windows cloudy with dirt. Yet I didn’t really lift a finger to do anything about the mess. I put dishes in the dishwasher and took them out when clean. Did the laundry when I needed clothes. But my focus was elsewhere.

My husband was terminally ill.

One whole section of the kitchen counter was devoted to his medicines. Another spot was covered with a blood pressure cuff, blood sugar monitor and thermometer. The bathroom counter sported various creams and prescription skin products. In the corners were crutches and a walker.

How could I clean around all that? Besides he needed me more than my house did.

And then he passed. His medicines were placed in a box and carried to the police department where they disposed of them. His insulin pens, crutches and other paraphernalia that could still be used were taken to our local health clinic for the uninsured.

My house was still dirty.

A friend had recently started a cleaning service. I contacted her and we made an appointment for her and three employees to attack my house. Cobwebs were removed, windows cleaned, rugs washed, carpets cleaned. As the day wore on, my house began sparkle.

It felt good.

At the end of the day, she presented me with a bill. I produced my checkbook and with pen in hand, prepared to pay her for the work she had accomplished. The invoice displayed the name of her company across the top.

Fresh Start.
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Trudy Newell
01/14/17
Hi - This is so well done. I think it's a winner! At least in my book.

Not sure if this is true, but it has that touch about it. The story flows!

Thanks for sharing - God bless - Trudy
C D Swanson 
01/14/17
If this is a true story...my heart and love go out to you with my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Your entry, moving and emotionally stirring fit the topic and presented subject matter in a sensitive and fresh way.

God bless~
Lois Farrow
01/19/17
Great Entry and great name for the cleaning company. What a blessing to have those who help us in a practical way when we need that fresh start.