I actually thought about hiring a one-time session with a cleaner because family is coming from outside the country to visit, and as hard as I’ve tried, I haven’t managed to whip the house into shape because I’m doing so much freelance work this month. The cost shocked me — it was almost double what I made at my last real job! It was unthinkable. So the house will be cluttered and dusty when our visitors arrive. I’ve never in my life had the money to afford a pedicure, either, if this puts things into perspective for you. We don’t NEED these luxuries. It only matters that you can take care of your children and yourself. If your loved ones are ok, let the luxuries go.