{"id":31377,"date":"2025-11-07T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/?p=31377"},"modified":"2025-11-07T09:57:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T15:57:32","slug":"menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Your Home Guest-Ready for Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/thanksgiving-3\/\">Thanksgiving<\/a> is just around the corner, and with company coming, you want your home to feel welcoming, relaxed, and, most importantly, ready for the fun rather than frazzled. Whether you&rsquo;re hosting family, friends, or both, a little advance <strong>holiday prep<\/strong> can make a huge difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are easy, doable steps you can follow to get your house looking great and your mindset calm. (And don&rsquo;t forget: there&rsquo;s a handy cleaning printable at the end to keep you on track.)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-309877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1.png 700w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1-175x300.png 175w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1-597x1024.png 597w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1-150x257.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/thanksgiving-home-prep-and-cleaning-1.png\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #707070;color:#707070\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #707070;color:#707070\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Start_with_the_Big_Picture\">Start with the Big Picture<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Clear_the_Clutter_Create_Space\">Clear the Clutter &amp; Create Space<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Focus_on_the_Surfaces_That_Matter\">Focus on the Surfaces That Matter<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Make_the_Bathroom_Guest-Friendly\">Make the Bathroom Guest-Friendly<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Set_the_Ambience\">Set the Ambience<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Kitchen_Prep_for_Flow\">Kitchen Prep for Flow<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Plan_a_Quick_Clean_Just_Before_Guests_Arrive\">Plan a Quick Clean Just Before Guests Arrive<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/menu-plan-monday-preparing-for-thanksgiving\/#Get_Your_Printable_By_Signing_In_or_Signing_Up\">Get Your Printable By Signing In or Signing Up!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-start-with-the-big-picture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_with_the_Big_Picture\"><\/span>Start with the Big Picture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving into chores, take a minute to think about <em>how<\/em> you want your space to feel. Do you want cozy and casual? Formal and polished? Knowing this will help you set the tone and prioritize what matters most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Walk through each room and ask: &ldquo;What&rsquo;s one thing here that will make guests feel comfortable?&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide which areas will see the most foot traffic (living room, dining area, kitchen) and focus there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-small-font-size\">This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a commission when anything is bought. 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Clearing it early means your home breathes and your cleaning is easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go room by room and remove any items that don&rsquo;t belong (extra toys, stacks of mail, personal paperwork).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In dining and living spaces, make sure chairs are accessible and there&rsquo;s space for guests to put on coats, store bags, or set down drinks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up a basket or shelf by the door for guest belongings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focus-on-the-surfaces-that-matter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_the_Surfaces_That_Matter\"><\/span>Focus on the Surfaces That Matter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&rsquo;t have to scrub every corner to feel ready. 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style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Qm+cCP9tL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Swiffer PowerMop Multi-Surface Mop Kit for Floor\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Qm+cCP9tL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><\/p><p style=\"clear:both;font-size:0;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-the-bathroom-guest-friendly\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_the_Bathroom_Guest-Friendly\"><\/span>Make the Bathroom Guest-Friendly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bathrooms often feel forgotten until the last minute, but a welcoming bathroom makes a super impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fresh hand towels (and maybe a backup on hand).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A clean mirror and sink (no toothpaste splatter).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra toilet paper, and maybe a small trash bag under the sink that&rsquo;s ready to go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A little scent or freshness&mdash;think a candle or plug&#8208;in (just nothing overpowering).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-the-ambience\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_the_Ambience\"><\/span>Set the Ambience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the essentials are taken care of, you can add touches that make your home feel warm and inviting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soft lighting: Use lamps or dim overhead lights if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal d&eacute;cor: a simple centerpiece, a small wreath, or <a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/fall-decorating-ideas\/\">fall accents<\/a> go a long way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Music: have a light playlist ready. 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id=\"Plan_a_Quick_Clean_Just_Before_Guests_Arrive\"><\/span>Plan a Quick Clean Just Before Guests Arrive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you did a full clean earlier, a quick &ldquo;final pass&rdquo; makes things shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Walk through your main areas 30&ndash;60 minutes before arrival: fluff pillows, fold throws, wipe smudges, open a window for fresh air.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove impulse items like kids&rsquo; projects or misplaced shoes\/socks left out in the rush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure trash bins are emptied, and that dining and living zones are visible and inviting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shop-my-printables\">Shop My Printables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These printables are great for meal planning and organizing! 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With just a few well-targeted actions, you&rsquo;ll create a comfortable, inviting space that lets you focus on the joy of the holiday rather than the chaos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the printable, give yourself a little buffer time, and breathe&mdash;you&rsquo;ve got this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-get-your-printable-by-signing-in-or-signing-up\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Your_Printable_By_Signing_In_or_Signing_Up\"><\/span>Get Your Printable By Signing In or Signing Up!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"grow-exclusive-content-widget-9e857b18-49ff-4787-8f3c-f7d8f1f6c81d\">\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/mv-ec-dlp-preparing-for-thanksgiving-printable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/mom-printables.jpg\" alt=\"image of busy mom writing a to do list\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/mom-printables.jpg\"><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<span id=\"dpsp-post-bottom\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and with company coming, you want your home to feel welcoming, relaxed, and, most importantly, ready for the fun rather than frazzled. 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