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Weekly Flylady Thread 2nd March 2009

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  • kazwookie
    kazwookie Posts: 14,341 Forumite
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    Morning all

    Dusty hope all goes well with the MW!

    Ironing done
    Floor swept
    Recycled stuff sorted into correct bins/ baskets
    New batteries put into tooth brush, maybe now it will work correctly!

    Been up since 6am!!

    Off to have a walk around the local Sunday market

    Have a good day, hugs all round.
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  • serena
    serena Posts: 2,387 Forumite
    *flitting in and out again*

    Beautiful sunshine here, so I'm off to the allotment as soon as I've put the chicken in. DD was a little better yesterday late evening, thank you for good wishes.

    I've had the contract from France for the house rental, so it looks as if we'll have somewhere to stay!

    Have a lovely day!
    It is never too late to become what you were always intended to be
  • mOZzy_2
    mOZzy_2 Posts: 751 Forumite
    morning everyone :hello:

    sorry for not being around the last few days but my pc broke again and OH installed a new hard drive for me - so hope that's it now!!!!

    i've just cleaned the utility sink with white spirit - it was still full of paint from a year ago :o - and now we'll take the kids out (probably to windsor) because it's nice and sunny right now :j
  • JayJay14
    JayJay14 Posts: 1,918 Forumite
    Good morning all. I've hardly done any flying this last week, though I have kept on top of the clutter and the laundry is up to date.

    More laundry las night and this morning as DS has brought his back and has stayed overnight, he's depressed as he had some bad news about a good friend on Thursday so he come home for some tlc I think.

    OH had a meeting at work on Friday and has been notified that his job finishes on 20th March, so he's not on top form either. It was a temp job (lasted 11 months so not too bad) so we knew it had to end sometime but it doesn't make the job situation any easier.

    We had hoped to go out for the day today (especialy as the sun is beautiful here at the moment) but DS is still here so we may have to shelve that until next week.

    I think I really need some retail therapy.

    Trouble is then you have to pay it all back:rotfl:
  • greenbee
    greenbee Posts: 18,154 Forumite
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    Morning everyone. Lovely sunny day here!

    My brother called at 9.30 to tell me that he and his fiancee are dropping in on their way back from a christening this afternoon, so I need to do some more baking so that there is a cake for tea! Possibly butterscotch... and I'll do some more baking for the cake sale at the same time.

    So rather than going to yoga & pilates, I've now got to clear up the kitchen & utility room, do the handwashing and go and buy epsom salts.

    DW is on, breakfast has been eaten, and sausage casserole is in the SC (it should make bean soup too, as it's got lots of veggies & beans in it, and plenty of liquid).... but I also need to finalise my meal plan for my dad's stay too...

    jayjay - hugs for you. Hope your DH and DS are sorted out soon.

    soappie - I hope your weather forecasting system is wrong ;) and that you feel more comfortable soon

    dusty - hope your nan is feeling better and that the microwave works out

    toots - good luck with the decluttering, whatever form it takes!
  • Hi Flygang,

    back from Crufts (which was fun if somewhat tiring work), sadly didn't meet up with Pigpen, and brought back a gastro bug with me - so not in the kitchen today methinks!

    place is a tip - I've only been away 3 days - why do boys just not see the mess??

    so plans to tidy up indoors, quick shop for essentials, catch up some washing with this blowy weather, and sort uniforms etc for tomorrow.

    some good news to report - I've won a competition thanks to the comps board and have a very posh lunch to look forward to, and my somewhat iffy job is safe for at least 12 months. would like to feel a bit better so we can raise a glass of something nice!!

    best get on...

    Moam
    Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.... life is a WIP.


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  • froddington
    froddington Posts: 6,697 Forumite
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    Morning - lovely and sunny here :D Washing is in the machine, toilet has been cleaned and bathroom s & s, bed has been stripped and is now airing. I have also done a 60 in 60 in the front room (it took a scarily short amount of time!!!) I've given up on my own list as I was getting nowhere fast :o Just going to do Camp forms and car checks today.

    Mondays are Marvellous!! - kitchen and dining area

    Level One
    Vacuum the floor

    Level Three
    Wash the windows and sills

    Tuesday twinkles! - Living room, hall and stairs!

    Level One
    Declutter and vacuum!

    Level Two
    Vacuum sofa
    Wash windows
    dust and deweb!.. don't forget furry skirtings!

    Level three
    Vacuum right the way up the stairs!

    Wonderful Wednesday - spare rooms

    Level One
    Declutter floor!

    Level Two
    Fill a box with junk from the floor and sort it to its rightful place!

    Level Three
    Wash the windows
    Deweb and dust and wipe any grotty bits!

    Thursday thrills - Master bedroom and landing

    Level One
    Vacuum and turn mattress

    Level Two
    Wash the windows

    Level Three
    Vacuum the cleared floors!
    Dust and deweb.. don't forget the light fitting
    Wipe the paintwork

    Friday with huge apologies I was certain I'd done this!!

    Level three
    Wash any windows that need doing and you always leave!
    HHI
    "There's only one way of life and that's your own" - Levellers

    "I'm feeling like a Monday but someday I'll be Saturday night" - Bon Jovi
  • kazmeister
    kazmeister Posts: 3,338 Forumite
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    Quick post to say I'm still around and I didnt have the heart to abandon OH on Friday, was just hurt and upset that he preferred to be in the pub rather than tell me how he got on! We ended up meeting in Mr T to do the food shop and he eventually told me at around 5pm that he still doesnt know if he keeps his job as that meeting was just to go over the facts again :mad: . But on a more positive note it is only a job!

    Have done some flying this weekend (so did OH!!! :eek: ) and am taking it easy this morning as at work this afternoon.

    Massive hugs to all those in need (as I havent back tracked fred yet) and I will be back in this week of sorts as best as I can with work n stuff.

    Thanks for all your support xxx
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  • froddington
    froddington Posts: 6,697 Forumite
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    juliejim wrote: »
    Yes thanks - but just water for me - I'm very awkward don't drink tea of coffee - just make it for everyone else!:rolleyes:

    Ooh, me too!! Everyone at work thinks I'm strange cos I only drink water!

    AnW - sounds like a fun time! We're all wearing PJs to work on Friday for Comic Relief :eek:

    JayJay - hugs for you, DH and DS and also for Ashia
    moam - good news :D Well done :T
    "There's only one way of life and that's your own" - Levellers

    "I'm feeling like a Monday but someday I'll be Saturday night" - Bon Jovi
  • Tired_Mummy
    Tired_Mummy Posts: 163 Forumite
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    Yippee!! Managed to finish my first day - Monday DONE!!! :T I don't think I'll get a chance to catch up on the rest of the days though but I'm really pleased with my first week - thank you for the support everyone! Looking forward to my second flylady week :j .




    Mondays are Marvellous!! - kitchen and dining area
    Level One

    [STRIKE]Sweep and mop the floor
    Declutter and wipe the worksurfaces[/STRIKE]

    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Wipe the table
    degunge the fridge
    Wipe the units and large appliances[/STRIKE]

    Level Three
    [STRIKE]wipe any dining chairs that are grotty[/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]Wash the windows and sills[/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]Clean all those small appliances and give 1 a thorough clean.[/STRIKE]
    Extras
    1. Deweb and polish
    2. Clear out a cupboard of junk!
    3. Wash any curtains/table cloths that need it
    4. S&S the hob & oven
    Tuesday twinkles! - Living room, hall and stairs!
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Declutter and vacuum!
    Spend half an hour doing something for yourself! .. make yourself a hair appointment or something![/STRIKE]

    Level Two
    Wipe sofas
    Wash windows
    [STRIKE]dust and deweb!.. don't forget furry skirtings![/STRIKE]
    Level three
    [STRIKE]Wash any soft furnishings that need doing
    Vacuum right the way up the stairs![/STRIKE]

    Sort through coats n bags n shoes etc
    Extras
    1. Sort through a handbag
    2. Sort through a cupboard or drawer of junk
    3. Sift through a pile of paperwork and file or shred as appropriate
    4. HHI
    Wonderful Wednesday - childrens/spare rooms (this can be a second reception room or another room but do try to complete something!)
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Strip and remake beds
    Declutter floor![/STRIKE]

    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Fill a box with junk from the floor and sort it to its rightful place!
    Collect all the laundry from upstairs
    Wash any curtains/cushions/duvet covers etc that are needy
    [/STRIKE]
    Level Three
    Sort through a cupboard of clothing
    Wash the windows
    Deweb and dust and wipe any grotty bits!
    Extras
    1. Binbag dance
    2. Reshuffle any shelves
    3. Wipe down any pc's/game consoles etc in these rooms
    4. Polish ALL the mirrors in the house!!
    Thursday thrills - Master bedroom and landing
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Strip and wash bedding
    Vacuum and turn mattress[/STRIKE]

    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Clear the floordrobe
    Clear the floor on the landing[/STRIKE]

    Wash the windows
    Level Three
    [STRIKE]Vacuum the cleared floors![/STRIKE]
    Dust and deweb.. don't forget the bed frame and light fitting
    Wipe the paintwork
    Extras
    1. HHI
    2. Binbag dance
    3. fill a box with gibble and put it all in its proper home
    4. send 5 things to charity shop
    Friday with huge apologies I was certain I'd done this!!
    Leve One
    [STRIKE]S&S the kitchen
    S&S the bathroom[/STRIKE]
    Leve two
    [STRIKE]Empty all the upstairs bins!
    Collect all the dirty laundry from upsairs and around the house
    strip any neglected beds![/STRIKE]
    Level three
    Wash any windows that need doing and you always leave!
    [STRIKE]Ring someone you love just to tell them so!! We never know how long we have with them :([/STRIKE]
    HHI
    Extras
    1. Clean out any pets
    2. run the WM/DW through a clean cycle and clean those icky filters!!
    3. Wipe down the downstairs doors!
    4. 31 fling boogie!
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