Weekly Flylady Thread 5th July 2010

saver-j

Hope you don't mind if I share a bit of my drama with you.
The only flying I did yesterday was decluttering the front of the garage at my parents house and probably lots of ££££s. Totally demolished it in fact, and no idea what happened really as I was parking up, then just lurched the car forward and bam, one dented centre column of garage, which half an hour later then collapsed as it was clearly too heavy not being supported fully from beneath and this pulled the lintels down with it with the main beam only held up because one of the lintels had fallen at an angle and propped it up. Insurance people said they couldn't send anyone out til today, so had a rather sleepless night in my pre-marital bed staying at the house with my sister in case anything further went wrong (parents are away and I'd come round to look after my sister a bit while they're away) and praying it wouldn't collapse even more and wouldn't wipe out 3 cars (2 in the garage and mine under the column). Thankfully people are here now propping the lintel and my car has been extricated and the others don't look too bad.
I guess the main thing is I am fine (if feeling quite shaken up, tired out from no sleep (1st accident in 11 yrs of driving) and rather stupid, particularly not knowing what I did to end up in that mess) and noone else was injured either.
I was on here reading at about 1am because I couldn't sleep but quite a lot of posts from yesterday have slipped my mind I'm afraid. So, sorry for posting my drama without catching up properly with everyone elses. I have read todays posts aas part of my calming down efforts and seen lots of other peoples posts that put mine into perspective as well and big hugs to lots of people out there, especially FFP, CY, Natty, LL, Toots and LW, and anyone else poorly, with poorly relatives, or other bad news, or just generally in need of them.
Let's hope the rest of the week brings better things.
Now I'm feeling a bit better I may do some flying and tidy up here at my parents house as loads of stuff has just been dumped all around. More tea first though I think.

Sunnygirl_2

Fabulous news Jojo! Really pleased for you.:j:j:j

List updated on previous post. Making Jamie Oliver fish pie for tea so best get cracking. Mash has defrosted from the freezer, just need to get on with the rest and I'll do a bit of vacuuming while it cooks.

DH is working late...not sure if it's to get out of sweeping and mopping the kitchen and hall that he's been promising to do since Monday. Looks like I'll have to do it myself.:mad: Had to sort out Mum and Dad to babysit while I go to the school meeting so I'm glad I did a tidy up in the lounge. It's not looking too bad with the exception of the pile of ironing on the armchair.

Best get tea on.

eta: Saverj....glad you've calmed down a bit now. Not surprised you were shaken up...think I'd have been in floods of tears. You're absolutely right though...the main thing is that you're fine, and everybody else is too. Garages, cars and suchlike can be replaced. Even if you could deal without the hassle of having to sort it out at least you're still here and in one piece. Sending you hugs anyway!

pigpen

jojo.. how long do you reckon it'll be before DD1 is round scrounging cash? lol

Saver.. they are just cars and a garage.. noone was hurt.. that is what is important! (((hugs)))

poohbear59

:wave: I have been MIA for weeks.
We have had no internet for what seems like ages so I have a shiny new provider today:)

I have also got a shiny clean house as I have had no extra distractions and have been able to get the boys into action. Each day I have imagined what piggers would be recommending on her list.

I hope everyone is keeping well.

toottifrootti

saver-J you poor thing - I think you are being very calm - i would be a wreck! accidents happen in the twinkling of an eye honey but the main things that no-one was injured - the insurances will sort it all out - but your parents may not let you house sit again!!!!!!! It was a bit extreme if that's what you were aiming for:D seriously I hope you are feeling a bit calmer now that the insurance people etc have been.
toots xx

ETA pooooooooooooooooh how lovely - I was thinking about the other day and here you are - hope you are feeling better and well done to you for getting the troups organised xxxx

SPAM AHEAD - IT HAS BEEN REPORTED!

Jojo_the_Tightfisted

Oh, SaverJ, (and I never say things like this) Poor You!

Sounds like you meant to have your foot on the brake as you brought the clutch up, but missed it/hit the accelerator instead as you brought it up a bit too sharpish. (spot the person taking driving lessons, so is familiar with what it takes to do stuff like this )



1. At least you are fine.
2. Only half the garage fell down.
3. It isn't on camera, so no seeing it on 'You've Been Framed' every Christmas for the next 15 years.
4. That's what insurance is for.



Piggers, I am already expecting the visit. 'Mummm-eeee, Iii needs an ickle favour...' (and I HATE baby talk, but she does it all the time :mad:).

Either that or the 'You've just taken my University fund away from me! Give it back!'.

She will get (depending on my mood) either

1. Not my fault, the government have taken it all, not me.
2. Well, if your father had a) paid the money in the first place or b) not ignored them for the last 7 years, I would have had and spent the money on you years ago and he wouldn't have had to stump up so much in one go.


I'm going with the deny all knowledge line at the moment.

LameWolf

Saver-j Big (((HUGS))) wow, what a shock to the system! Main thing is that no-one was injured; keep taking deep breaths and have another cup of tea.

Poohbear great to see you back online. You keep those men-folk busy now, y'hear?:D

toottifrootti

This weeks little list.........
Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining Area
Level One
Sweep, vacuum and mop floors
[STRIKE]Declutter and[/STRIKE] wipe worksurfaces
Wipe table replacing cloth if necessary..
Level Two
[STRIKE]Clear out a cupboard.. or those drawers you have stuffed full of junk![/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Wipe and replace small appliances.. Clean one thoroughly![/STRIKE]
Sort your medicine cupboard.. do you need to stock up on anything?
Level Three
Wipe units and large appliances.. don't forget kickboards!
Empty and clean out the fridge.
Clean door seals, deterrgent drawers and filters on the appliances .. run through a clean cycle if you've not done one in a while
Extras

1. HHI
2. quick wipe over the hob and oven
3. Defrost the freezer if that needs doing.. shouldn't take long in this weather!
4. Binbag dance

Tuesday - Living Room, Hall
Level 1
Vacuum through the living room, hall
Remove clutter
Level 2
Dusting, even if around everything
Clean windows and all glass.
Clear the mantel and only put back the items which are supposed to be there.
Level 3
Open a drawer.. sort the junk within!
15 minutes sort of the junk on the landing!
Vacuum under furniture you can manage to move without hurting yourself
Extras

1. sort shoes and coats and bags!
2. Wipe down any paintwork that needs it.
3. Binbag dance.. Get a binbag.. fill it and bin it!!!
4. Wash any cushions, throws or curtains that need it

Wednesday - childrens rooms and spare rooms
Level One
Clear away anything that isn't in it's place, clothes, toys, books etc
Make an appointment for some ME-time.. hairdressers? manicure? night out with friends? .. whatever just do it!
Level Two
Vacuum the floor
Dusting.. all those shelves and flat fluffy surfaces!! Don’t forget the light shade and curtain pole!!!
Strip beds, turn and vacuum mattresses!! and replace with fresh linen .. check if duvets need freshening up too!!
Level Three
Clean 2 windows
Sort through a cupboard/chest of drawers and get the clothes out which are no longer wearable, too small or out of season!
Wipe any sticky marks off walls and doors
Extras

1. Find 5 things to ebay/freecycle
2. Wipe the radiators, skirtings and window & door frames!
3. HHI
4. Mid week fling!! grab a binbag and fill it with stuff to leave the house.. rubbish or charity shop or to donate to a friend!

Monday
[STRIKE]check birthdays for this month
text M for his birthday today
HHC paperwork
put away presies
water garden if nec[/STRIKE]
Tuesday
[STRIKE]2 weeks to next hospital stay! get more packing done[/STRIKE]
fill box for auction
[STRIKE]Cornhill
water garden if nec[/STRIKE]
Wednesday
[STRIKE]assisted shopping - do I need anything for hosp?[/STRIKE]
HHc filing
order books
fill box for auction
water garden if nec
[STRIKE]speak to C before she goes on hols[/STRIKE]
Thursday
HHC filing/paperwork
water garden if nec
cleaner?
Friday
water garden if nec
visit NOF possibly
Saturday
water garden if nec
Sunday
Church
water garden if nec

Whenever...........

1. clean freezer
   
2. filing
3. organise spreadsheets - C & birthday presents - WIP - need to fill it in
4. debtbusting!.. see if you can alter any of these payments to free up some cash!
5. Defluff behind the radiators.. and wipe the fronts so they look nice
6. Gather insurance documents*
7. Gather guarantees/instruction booklets*
8. Gather important papers *(put all 3 together in one accessible file)
9. Passport - fill in form, take to PO and submit - (need £85)
10. ebay to get the money for painters bill/ maybe new curtains and pole, heater for LR, tumble dryer, trip switch repair/ debts /passport £85/outside plumbing repairs, dividing fence
11. Wash light pull strings! (Painting with neat bleach works then rinse in a jug of water)
12. Sort through CD/DVD shelves.. dust and fling any that are no longer of use!
    
13. Wash the vacuum cleaner innards and filters.. do not reassemble until completely dry!!
14. get rid of old paint from shed

No more than 20 things on my list allowed:p


head down and batter on again

toots xx

lisa26_2

Hi all, well it's my first day as a flylady and I've had the help of OH bless him! I've gone back and done some of Monday and Tuesday's too. I'll only be aiming for level 1 with anything else being a bonus. I've (hopefully!) put a line through everything that's been done.


Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining Area
Level One
[STRIKE]Sweep, vacuum and mop floors
Declutter and wipe worksurfaces
Wipe table replacing cloth if necessary[/STRIKE]..
Level Two
Clear out a cupboard.. or those drawers you have stuffed full of junk!
[STRIKE]Wipe and replace small appliances[/STRIKE].. Clean one thoroughly!
Sort your medicine cupboard.. do you need to stock up on anything? Hayfever meds? plasters? bite cream?
Level Three
Wipe units and large appliances.. don't forget kickboards!
Empty and clean out the fridge. Work all the almost past its best stuff into this weeks meal plan.
Clean door seals, deterrgent drawers and filters on the appliances .. run through a clean cycle if you've not done one in a while


Extras

1. HHI
2. [STRIKE]quick wipe over the hob [/STRIKE]and oven
3. Defrost the freezer if that needs doing.. shouldn't take long in this weather!
4. Binbag dance

Tuesday - Living Room, Hall and Stairs
Level 1
[STRIKE]Vacuum through the living room, hall and stairs
Remove clutter making sure stairs especially are safe
[/STRIKE] This was easier for me as we live in a bungalow!
Level 2
[STRIKE]Dusting, even if around everything[/STRIKE]
Clean windows and all glass.. including [STRIKE]the tv screen
[/STRIKE]
Clear the mantel and only put back the items which are supposed to be there.. and that doesn't include letters, keys or other treasure!
Level 3
Open a drawer.. sort the junk within!
15 minutes sort of the junk on the landing!
Vacuum under furniture you can manage to move without hurting yourself
Check the smoke alarms

Extras

1. sort shoes and coats and bags!
2. [STRIKE]Wipe down any paintwork that needs it[/STRIKE].
3. Binbag dance.. Get a binbag.. fill it and bin it!!!
4. Wash any cushions, throws or curtains that need it

Wednesday - childrens rooms and spare rooms
Level One
[STRIKE]Clear away anything that isn't in it's place, clothes, toys, books etc
Make an appointment for some ME-time.. hairdressers? manicure? night out with friends? .. whatever just do it!
[/STRIKE] I booked myself a riding lesson today and now I can't wait for Monday to be here!
Level Two
[STRIKE]Vacuum the floor
Dusting.. all those shelves and flat fluffy surfaces!! [/STRIKE]Don’t forget the light shade and curtain pole!!!
Strip beds, turn and vacuum mattresses!! and replace with fresh linen .. check if duvets need freshening up too!!
Level Three
Clean 2 windows
Sort through a cupboard/chest of drawers and get the clothes out which are no longer wearable, too small or out of season!
Wipe any sticky marks off walls and doors
Extras

1. Find 5 things to ebay/freecycle
2. [STRIKE]Wipe the radiators, skirtings and window & door frames! [/STRIKE]
3. HHI
4. Mid week fling!! grab a binbag and fill it with stuff to leave the house.. rubbish or charity shop or to donate to a friend!

OH has just had a few minutes of sorting out in the garage so there'll be atleast a bin bag full to throw away. Even my plants have had a clean.....a spray with soapy water to try to kill the white fly.

I'm pooped now but feel better for doing it.

gratefulforhelp_2

Jojo_the_Tightfisted wrote: »

X Thousand, six hundred and fifty four pounds and 79 pence.

Bloody brilliant. They got there in the end:beer::j

saver-j wrote: »

The only flying I did yesterday was decluttering the front of the garage at my parents house and probably lots of ££££s.

!!!!!!. Did you black out? Docs?

pigpen wrote: »

jojo.. how long do you reckon it'll be before DD1 is round scrounging cash? lol

Interesting question.

dw on, sugar all flying done, I'm exhausted and meeting tonight. Student teacher bought me wine which is v.v.kind, and ran my lunchtime club for me. Bless.