Sometimes when we are spending a lot of time caring for others, simple things like cleaning the house can fall to the wayside. If you are at a point where the accumulated mess is starting to seem an insurmountable task, I highly suggest checking out Unfuck Your Habitat (on tumblr as well). 

Lots of hints and tips on how to break it all down into manageable bits. Makes it a lot less daunting, especially if you’ve only got a few extra minutes to spare each day.