You have just over two weeks to spiff up the house for Thanksgiving—and the December holidays (and fun) can overload anyone. So get going now and have a more relaxing season the next month and a half! If my family was ever expecting company while I was growing up, my mom insisted that the house was spotless. But, if it were during the holidays, she would ramp the cleaning into high gear. Of course, with the added chore load, I wasn’t happy thrilled about this. But, as an adult, I’ve followed in my mom’s footsteps. Personally, if the house is a pigpen, I’m embarrassed. Sure, everything doesn’t have to be perfect. But, you want your guests to feel at home. And, more importantly, it also shows that you have pride in your home and are respectful to others. Besides, having a clean and organized home comes with the following unexpected …