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I do. I also pull the paper towels down before washing my hands, and then I open the door with the paper towel before tossing it. What can I say--I work with kids, and know where their hands have been.

Hey, I just did a blog about this very subject! I guess like minds think alike...or both of us need to wash our hands more.

pbmom and kenswife - I'm also a big fan of antibacterial gel... what a "safe friend" to have around. :)

Aponi & kenswife - I bet you seldom get sick, eh?! Sounds like really good habits!

Obviously, from this point forward, I'll be counting to 20. When I counted out loud, you were right Melissa, it was a long time. I thought I was thorough, and I do the paper towel thing, too, on the bathroom. Love that the stores are carrying antibacterial wipes now at the front. Patrick unfortunately has his hands constantly in his mouth (from his disabilities) so regardless of how good I think I am about washing my hands, I inevitably get whatever he brings home and usually get it worse because my immune system functions less well than his.

I have to admit, I'm healthy as a horse! This will be my 15th year working at a Jr. High in very close quarters with kids. I have never taken a sick day in those years. I wipe desks down with antibacterial wipes daily, and spray the carousel areas with lysol. I also wipe down the supply of pens and pencils I loan out to students that "forget" to bring them. I sometimes think those pens are in mouths more than they are on paper!