Weekly Flylady Thread 15th June 2009

cha97michelle

Evening gang.

I feel like i have been utterly rubbish today. I spent most of the day not even getting dressed. I did then force myself at 3pm to get some stuff done. I changed/washed the kids bedding, and washed the bath and bathroom sink, and brought any rubbish in there downstairs.

I keep thinking i should do loads on the days when the kids are at nursery, but i blink and then the next thing i know the day is gone with me moping and nothing is done again. I really need to sort myself out and stop the moping as i felt much better when i hadn't walked past something that needed doing again, and it didn't even take that long. I think i need to start writing myself a small list of what needs doing and then just blooming get on and do it. A lot of you have so much to do and you are getting it done, and i'm letting the side down.

Right - for tomorrow:

• put shopping DH bought away in toiletries cupboard
• phone and change nurse's appointment
• post old mobile phones off for recycling
• write a shopping list for costco on friday
• clean out the fridge
• water all plants inside and outside

Friday:

• go to costco
• put food shopping away
• water all plants inside and outside
• strip my bed/wash bedding
• hoover mine and kids bedroom
• sort through coat racks and take off any coats the kids have outgrown to put away/or will fit next year put in wardrobe

Starting small and hoping it will help. I'll write a much bigger list for the weekend for DH to do.

Hugs to you all, a few of you sound fed up and down today. It will be sunny again tomorrow and it might make us feel better.

Michelle x

vanilla

Dustykitten wrote: »

Vanilla - how't things now, you exhausted earlier? Sorry to hear DH isn't great at the moment, hope you get his script sorted out very soon.

Not too bad now just tired, hubby away so a bit of peace for now. Too be honest i could see him back in hospital soon, hopefully not but we'll see.

He's just taking the **ss right now, he went to watch football when Rhys was 2 weeks, he left at 1.30pm on saturday and didn't get back until 8.15am sunday morning. Because of him drinking the meds have been knocked off.

Michelle big hugs hun.

Rhys is stirring so gonna get him feed and away to bed, then see if i get anything else done tonight.

boddy

Evening everyone. Im pleased thats another long day at work over. Just a night shift tomorrow then I have a week off. Ive been really tired today. Flying will resume tomorrow as Im going off to my bed soon.

pigpen Im pleased Hazel is getting better. Congratulations on getting the credits for uni.

Hugs for everyone.

toochoosey

I hav eput away washing and fed the dog...Thats it!!

Want to ask a question...Does anyone dowload films or music and if so which sites are the best cheapest??????? Thanks xx

kazmeister

Evening ladies

Quiet day at work so did a bit of catching up

Have cooked tea with DD who wanted to have HM pizza. Have flown since and I've done LR/Hall/Stairs.

Quick post now (copied from work!) as OH wants us to watch something on TV at 9, DD howling that I wont let her finish her homework that she's had since Friday and has to hand in tomorrow as its past bedtime :rolleyes:

Magnificent Monday - Kitchen and dining room
Level One
Level Two
Clean out the gruesome fridge
Wash windows
Level Three
Extras
Thoroughly clean the undersink cupboard
clean the paintwork
Wipe the inside doors.. inside.. and out!!

Tuesday thrills - Master bedroom and landing
Level One
Level Two
Clear the floordrobe
Wash the windows
Level Three
Vacuum the cleared floors!
Dust and deweb.. don't forget the bed frame and light fitting
Wipe the paintwork
Extras
HHI
Binbag dance
fill a box with gibble and put it all in its proper home
send 5 things to charity shop

Wednesday Whizz! ~ Living room, hall and stairs!
Level One
Level Two
Level Three
Wipe and water any plants
Extras
Wash any soft furnishings that are grubby
Wipe the paintwork over
15 minutes filing
Sort through the box/bag you chucked your 'decluttering' into!!!


Right catch up from Tuesday

Sarahshattered - I hope the throat is better, glad DD's appt went well
mummyof5 - hope the hayfever and chest are better, must be really hard for you at this time of year
hex2 - thanx for the note about OH's annual leave, I'm just going to leave it to him I think otherwise it is only going to cause arguments
SUmmer - I had to laugh at you thinking your other half was reading the thread, I found out mine was - so he could find out what I was saying about him
poorbutrich - glad you finding the thread is working, and yes we are a very friendly bunch on here
soappie - hope the appeal hearing went well
rach - I think the snoring sounds like you're really relaxing and enjoying a good rest
rosepink - hope today is a better day for you
lilme - I hope you feel better after the rant - I would
sexymouse - just sending positive vibes for a job offer soon
nikflo - welcome to the thread although hopefully by the time you read this you'll feel part like part of the furniture
toots - enjoy your hug in a box
rosepink - i do that with things put them away and can never find them. As for the car park charges the least we can get is an hour and that costs £1.20
Blimus - hope the plumbers visit isnt too costly
jinky and POllybear- hope the headaches better today, I woke up with a blinder today but a combo of parrots and ibupro has cured it
Mudbath - hope your back improves soon (and also stripes smell!!!)
Triker - wondered where you were, hope all ok
Mrs Beatson - glad the flying has worked for you, testament to our Pigpens lists
LadyLib - how frustrating when you are waiting to go out
carlsberggal - you have done loads, doesnt matter that its not from the list, at least you are doing stuff
Funfair - glad DS enjoyed his Olympics and sorry he didnt win
SarahShattered - you had a h3ll of a busy day. Have you tried talking to DD3 so see if anything is upsetting her.
hex2 - the snoring kitten on your lap sounds purrrfect, try every time I sit down ending up with doofie on your lap!
chamichelle - nice to see you posting. I agree with you about appt with the nurse if it can be done over the phone brilliant. Just noticed, you're going great guns on your mortgage overpayments WELL DONE
vanilla - sounds like a challenging time for you again - hope DH improves soon
boddy - glad it was a positive day for you
jjef - I got sick of losing long posts so I now type it up in word or notepad then paste it just before posting. In fact I'm typing this at work (as soo not busy ) and will email it to home to post tonight
Wow pigpen - not being at college has made a huge difference to your list and congratulations on securing your place. Glad Hazel's doing ok, I hadnt realised the pellet was still in . Shame about DS2, is it that he isnt interested in the subjects, or maybe doesnt like the teachers, that seems to have a really negative effect on them.
hugs holly
toots - another easy day for you then !!!!!!! Have the hosp suggested what you can do to combat that level of breathlessness
serena - my first baby is nearly 17 now and towers above me. Hope he enjoyed his birthday
jackywhizz - good luck with the car hunt
mummyof5 - how do you manage to get your list virtually completed before 0830
cally - glad to hear DD is much more positive, hope she has a great prom
GnB - I havent found the multiquotes button and could never work if out before so will go on a hunt for it. Well done on not having to resit any exams
Dusty - sorry cant think of anything to use for the chocolate
Jo - just hope when you go part time that htey dont expect you to do the same amount of work!

right thats up to Page 20 post 395

catch up the rest later

Valli

froddington wrote: »

Valli - do you not usually get PPA time?

Certainly do! BUT I get 1.5 hrs a week (Exactly) usually - las tweek's was cancelled VERY last minute so I was owed 1.5 hours - now I'm owed half an hour.

boddy wrote: »

Evening everyone. Its been a long day at work I thought it was never going to be hometime. The incident I talked about on the last thread is now a police matter which is fine by me.

Hope it goes OK Boddy - reading between the lines I think you've been having a tough time of late at work. Which is going to leave you with unpleasant memories when you do go, which is sad. ((hugs))

poorbutrich wrote: »

WELL! That worked a treat! This is definitely the friendliest thread on MSE - thanks to everyone for all the welcomes!

I think so too! Glad part-timers are allowed!:D:D:D:D:D(part time HERE I mean!

Crawls in - left leg throbbing so no arthritis vibes would be most welcome - trouble is I think it is:o:o:o:o my hip and knee are very painful
Been busy...

wanders off to catch up with other stuff.

Welcome back vanilla

Well done OHs' inc Kaz's

multiple quotes are MUCH easier now!

DS got Tablets (good so I don't have to pay:money:) and eyedrops (good cos I like torturing DS;)) btw

toottifrootti

Mrs_Beatson wrote: »

kick up the ar8e required...

your wish is my command *KICK* get started on that ironing - a minimum of 10 things!

carlsberggal wrote: »

Going to put pjays on and slob in front of the tv I'm afraid this evening, I'm kn£ckered today and elbow killing xx

have a big squishy hug - (not too tight in case you burst:rotfl:) and I hope the elbow feels better in the morning

funfairprincess wrote: »

then I'm quitting and doing some study before Toots is after my blood.

If Ds can get a glowing report then so can you - get working!!!!:rotfl:
polly thanks for the link - I will try that - I think it was a veg crumble I had but i will try to find out.
SiannieLaz aw hun I am sorry you failed - I hope you can resit it. Dont be trying to carry forward everything - tomorrow start with the list for tomorrow and get it done and then if you feel up to a bit more do level 1 from the others days and build up to it - it wont be long until it comes around again - you will burn yourself up and be sick of it if you try to do it all.
jjef did you get your assignmenet finished ok?
lilysue just the basics is 'good enough' remember - you have to cope with whats going on at home - the dust will still be there.

lil_me wrote: »

I can feel myself getting more and more annoyed as I am asked to make food/drinks when I am the only one actually doing anything.....wonder how long before I boil over? Especially after the comments of 'well it's your job' today, I don't have enough hours in the day to do all the jobs I need to do if noone else does anything never mind study. **wanders off chuntering** while picking off the super glue she's just fastened her little finger to her hand with, doh!

Hope you have got 'unstuck'! I am so sorry to hear you are having a hard time with OH stil - and I could slap him for saying 'well its your job' - where does it say that - he needs some of soappie's remedy ( withholding pleasures!) - I hope you get things sorted out a bit better for you - dont mean to offend you honey!
Hugs for you too Vanilla - you are doing really well coping with everything so soon after having Rhys - no wonder you are worn out - slow down when you can
Penpen well done to you for stopping to help - not a lot of people would
DDb - thats the best way to deal with it - if they are getting to you then walk away - have the quiet time in your room - AND 12 bottles of fake tan!!!!! well done getting them de-cluttered.!!
what is it with this week - are all the hubbys/partners getting together and agreeing to give you all a bad time?
feefee, rosepink hope things get sorted out and its better tomorrow
huston Toxic is what I call someone who I thought was a real friend but turns out she wasnt and her 'friendship' has become 'toxic' - it has been a long going saga and I am too much of a wimp to tell her to bug off! I have her kindof uner control but yesterday she just really bugged me - I hadnt seen her properly for weeks so it was harder work.

The multi quote thing only seems to give me 3/4 posts - has anyone else found this - it is still helpful but not if like me you want to answer loads - ok I know SS supergirl - I need to cut down!!!

back in a bit
toots xx

froddington

Evening List update! Off to read the thread now ...........

Magnificent Monday - Kitchen and dining room

Level Three
Vacuum the floor
Clean the oven [STRIKE]and hob[/STRIKE]

Extras
Wipe the inside doors.. inside.. and out!!

Tuesday thrills - Master bedroom and landing

Level One
Strip and wash bedding
Vacuum and turn mattress

Level Three
Vacuum the cleared floors!

Extras
HHI

Wednesday Whizz! ~ Living room, hall and stairs!

Level One
Declutter the flat surfaces.. even if you scoop it all into a box to deal with later!

Level Two
Vacuum the floors, stairs and sofas etc
Dust and deweb!

Level Three
Vacuum under the furniture you can safely move

Extras
15 minutes filing

My one-a-day (or 7-a-weekend!!) list
- [STRIKE]Avon order[/STRIKE]
- Plant out tomatoes
- Write Annual Review
- Cross stitch card
- Make circus CD
- [STRIKE]Sort ink cartridges[/STRIKE]
- Car checks

rosepink1984

I feel really mean having moaned about DH now as he's been lovely this evening. I did as much of dinner as I could but then felt really lousy and tearful and got into bed. When he came home he sat on the bed with me and had a lovely chat with me (this is extremely unusual but was very nice) and then he finished off dinner. He's been on his computer game ever since but I've quickly knicked the lappy to talk to you lot, better give it back now!

Dinner wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, altho I did have to keep picking out the [STRIKE]straw[/STRIKE] I mean lemon grass! I won't be using dried lemon grass again!

Sianne, sorry to hear about your exam

FFP, glad to hear that DS had such a good report!

Pigpen well done with your results, that’s amazing when you’ve been so poorly and everything else that’s been happening

Well done Penny for helping the drunk man not to get run over! Glad you found some money, perhaps the man wanted to repay you for your kindness! LOL!

Hugs Daydream, hope the family stop stressing you soon

Thanks for the conga Soappie! I will watch it later as we are watching Masterchef at the mo, but it greatly cheered me up that you found a conga for us all to watch! I’ve bookmarked the Benny Hill thing too Penny – I will watch them when I’m alone so that I can turn the music up load and grin like mad and DH won’t think I’m mad! (Or any madder than he thinks I am already!)

Hugs FeeFee and Carlsberrgal and Vanilla and Valli

Huston, hoovering four times a day is a bit much IMO, why don’t you get round here and do mine!

Mummyof5 did you leave the PC on within the reach of children? LOL!

Michelle, I know exactly what you mean, as I spend most of my time moping and in my pjs. But you are right, it does help to get something done, as you can look back on the day and be pleased that you’ve achieved something. Just try to do something as early in the day as you can, and then take it from there – if you don’t feel like doing much then at least you’ve already done something, and if being active and achieving something makes you feel like doing more, then that’s great! HTH

Better go and wash up now, groan

mummyyof5

The only reason I got it done so quick was because I had to,was going to Toddler group at 11am (dont get back till 5pm usually ).

DD1 had a home visit with the midwife at 3.30pm,we are classed as overcrowded so dont want to give them any reason to think we cant cope or anything.

DD1 was really pleased as the midwife commented how clean and tidy it was to say I have a 2 year old.:j:j

Thats all thanks to this thread and you wonderful people,couldnt do it without you all.:A:A

PIGPEN.....have been meaning to say..WELL DONE on the Uni place and with such good marks too..also glad Hazel is feeling a little better...dont know what I would do if it was one of mine.


Flying....ermmmm...Everything tidy except for LO has his train set all over the LR floor,going to get him to bed now then will tidy up again.