Where I'm living, it's become one of my favorite times of year: Spring! Time for new buds to sprout and awaken, breezy clothing to arrive in the stores, and homes everywhere to become a little cleaner. And, while Spring cleaning isn't at the top of most people's List Of Favorite Things, it's secretly been near the top of mine this year.

No, I'm plagued with a compulsion for cleanliness--far from it. I had to teach myself as an adult how to be non-slovenly, so I know what it is to have...