Weekly Flylady Thread 18th January 2010

Mudbath

Hiya
Just popped on to say a huge thank you for all the support you've given me. The PMs have been really touching and meant a lot to me - such kind words help you get through times like this. I've also had a lot of help from my colleagues at the hospice. Things like this do make you stronger and also makes you realise the importance of family and friendship (the latter of which I have a lot of through this site). Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Flying - my house is tidier than it's ever been. It's now a house I'm actually proud of!! No more fearing a friend popping by unannounced!!

So, all in all, though the Muddy household has had a bit of a major shake up I quite like what's reappearing as the days pass by. I know my friend would be proud of the changes her passing have made and she'd definitely tell me to grab every opportunity and run with it. Nothing like a kick up the backside to get you back on track!

Hugs to you all and I hope you're all ok. I'll start reading the thread again next week as we're going away this weekend to stay with some friends.

xxx

Mudbath

AnW'smum, Miss A and Mr W - thinking of you today and I hope you like my sunflowers xxxxxxxxx

Valli

My fifth and final star PLEASE!

looking g-o-o-o-o-d in Valliland!

a MASSIVE thankyou because, although I often don't post these, subtle little declutters are STILL happening, although the lilac feather Boa didn't sell on e bay this time - might see if I can fiond a different category I can charge postage in then I can have a lower price...
but little sort outs keep happening so I open doors and drawers and don't go into a blind panic at the mess in there.

But the best thing I have learned to do is let go...

no keeping things because they were a gift, or just in case - I keep things I like. No keeping things for 'best' either - so my former 'best' cutlery is the set I use daily now.

ajmoney

DAILIES
S&S bathroom M T W T F
S&S kitchen M T W T F
Keep floors clear M T W T F
Shred/file all paper as it comes in M T W T F
Keep on top of ironing M T W T F
1 hour study/work stuff M T W T F
EXTRAS
Fill out forms for Ben Nevis trek Done mine, waiting for OH to finish his
Get clothes etc ready for work trip/Buy anything needed
Sort travel insurance for S
Start synopsis/essay plan for dissertation

Tuesday ~ Hall, Stairs and Landing!

ALL DONE STAR PLEASE TOOTS

Extras

1. Wipe paintwork and door knobs

Wednesday ~ Living room and other reception rooms!
Level One
Declutter and vacuum floors
Wipe sofas
Level Two
Dust all electrical appliances and polish screens
Level Three
vacuum under furniture you can move safely

Extras

1. Clear mantle of junk, wipe/polish and return pretties

Thursday ~ Master bedroom/second room
Level Two
Tidy up drawers of clothing and the multitude of shoes Will do this as I pack rather than doing it twice
For those who have been hiding stuff... Tidy under the bed!!!

Extras

1. Sort through one box of stuff Going to swap this for find a place for all the stuff that is coming out of the suitcase so I can pack!

Friday ~ Bathroom and WC
Level One
mop floors!
Scrub the bath/shower/basins/toilets/bidets etc.. don't forget the outside of the loo and under the scanky rim.. it gets naaaaaasty under there!!.. oh, and don't forget the top of the cistern!
Level Two
scrub down the slimy tiles!
Wash away and mouldy black bits and furry webs
Polish up the taps so they shine!
Level Three
Wash light pull strings! (Painting with neat bleach works then rinse in a jug of water)
Scrub down the paintwork and radiators.. back and front!
Clear and wipe window sills and frames

Lady-Liberty

Mudders lovely to see you sweetie, I was just going to text you ....so the fairy dust thoughts must be working :kisses3: take care...you know where I am xx

serena

Toots!!!! Another star please!!!
Friday ~ Bathroom and WC Done!!:D:D:D
Level One
Level Two
Level Three

Don't you think today is one of those that shows how absolutely fabulous the flylady community is??

Love and hugs all round.

helen_jelly

AnW'sMum and A and W - thinking off you - couldn't do flowers as it took me nearly all afternoon to work out how to get an Avatar so I thought Spongebob would be the next best thing

My house is a tip so off to fly now

I've just picked up our wedding photos from MrT - lovely to look at them after finally getting my but in gear and getting them printed, brightened up a wet miserable Friday

Helen x

LameWolf

Pigpen :eek::eek::eek: re the hospital - I thought ours was bad for changing appts, but that takes the biscuit. And as for the lady who was told she'd miscarried.... words fail me!

Friday ~ Bathroom and WC

Level One
Declutter and mop floors! Decluttered and spot-vacuumed carpet tiles
Scrub the bath/shower/basins/toilets/bidets etc.. don't forget the outside of the loo and under the scanky rim.. it gets naaaaaasty under there!!.. oh, and don't forget the top of the cistern! All done – even did a hefty attack on the limescale.

Level Two
Sling shower curtain/bathmats in the wash and scrub down the slimy tiles! Mats are fine; they were only just done. Bath towels have gone into machine for wash tonight on cheaper leccy. Shower screen and tiles scrubbed.
Wash away any mouldy black bits and furry webs Done
Polish up the taps so they shine! Done

Level Three
Wash light pull strings! (Painting with neat bleach works then rinse in a jug of water) Done (thanks for the bleach tip – I was wondering how to get hair colour off the light pull string!)
Scrub down the paintwork and radiators.. back and front! Done all I can get to
Clear and wipe window sills and frames and make the blinds/curtains nice and clean No blind or curtain. Sill and surround cleaned.

Extras

1. Clean out the toiletries cupboard and put back the stuff you use.. and fling the stuff you don't! Do any necessary decanting so you have fewer almost empties! Nothing to fling/decant.
2. Replace and curly toothbrushes OK as done very recently. Batteries checked, and the ones in my toothbrush changed.
3. Polish mirrors and shelves! Done
4. Make a note of stuff you do need to stock up.. and stuff you already have stocked up for 10 years! Done – mouthwash is already on next shopping list. All else is OK.(1 in use + 1 spare of everything)

FRIDAY IS AS COMPLETE AS I CAN MANAGE

A&W'sMum, I'm new here, so don't want to butt in, however I've placed a large Citrine (yellow crystal) on my desk as my tribute. Hope you don't mind.:)

Lucyjaynecummings

Friday ~ Bathroom and WC - Done Please can I have a star please, now going to tackle the stairs that I didn't do on Tuesday!

play2day

Valli wrote: »

But the best thing I have learned to do is let go...

no keeping things because they were a gift, or just in case - I keep things I like. No keeping things for 'best' either - so my former 'best' cutlery is the set I use daily now.

:T:T:T Well done and thank you for sharing :T:T:T

I hope that in time I can adjust my thinking to echo yours. I am trying bit by bit to let go of things but feel such guilt when I do so. However this week I've had a bag of towels for the RSPCA and multiple bags of clothes and household items for the local homeless charity. I will get there bit by bit especially when inspired by hearing other peoples successes. It is a quick cuppa for me now and then I am going to fill another bag to go. Thank you once again, odd as it sounds it feels like your post has given me permission to find my unloved objects a new home.