When do you think my family will realize the mess they've made?

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I've used notes in spots. Constant reminders worked. Also, stopping whatever they were doing to clean up after them selves worked too. If they were watching TV, I would shut it off, (take their ipods, toys, etc) sit on the couch, and wait for them to figure it out.

I've got them all trained and I'm working on the next step, rinsing and loading in the dishwasher. I've worked hard at this, it was no east feat. LOL! Plus, I believe they have learned that they do not want to meet with the Wrath Of Mom!

We started out small. Reminders. Put all dirty items on the counter. Then we worked on cleaning out said dirty items, and placing in the sink. We now get them in the sink, but cleaning out is being worked. Now, I'm working on (with my oldest) to load his into the dishwasher.

It's taking forever, but I feel better that it isn't always me. lol! They occasionally leave cups out, but mostly in the kitchen. I don't allow much out of the dining room and kitchen, and none in the bedrooms.