Weekly Flylady Thread 20th December 2010

msgnomey

Spent most of yesterday rearranging our bedroom, so today OH has a bright idea...lets swap bedrooms with DD (cos her BF has moved in too and they spend time in there (on pc etc) and our room is bigger.....noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

MrsChaos

greenbee wrote: »

Me too... one of my friends had the bright idea this year of doing everything in gift bags... she claims its more eco friendly as the bags can be reused

Great idea and worth the extra cost. I'll research some suppliers and look into this.

The LR of Doom is lots better! Just one more hotspot to clear, then some dusting and hoovering before decorations can come down. Tea will be a take-away, I think. It's going to be a long night...

Penelope_Penguin

greenbee wrote: »

Now, do I put the plastic tree up, or not bother this year? I guess I'll see how much more I can do with what I've got without putting it up. I have LOTS of lights

I had you down as a natural tree person :think: Forget the tree and put up lots of lights :xmastree:

Maxonian wrote: »

Have realised I've not had 1 present delivered, but it's only a small gift voucher for DH for one of his lycra places. I will wrap him an IOU.

I shall try to remove that picture from my mind, but it may take a while

DD's quilt is nearly done :dance: What's left can be done on my knee and the sewing machine, rather than bending over it on the floor

Sitting down with cup of tea and a mince pie; pasta sauce from the freezer is in the rayburn; DH and DS have decorated the house beautifully with greenery from the garden; a few more jobs to do, then we'll open the wine :beer:

boddy

Thursday ~ Almost done?

• [STRIKE]GOBBLY GOBBLY OUT OF THE FREEZER TO DEFROST!!![/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]Spend at least half an hour doing nothing at all![/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]HHI[/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]dust and deweb everywhere[/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]Binbag dance[/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]Wipe down all the worksurfaces in the kitchen[/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]Wipe all the units and appliances[/STRIKE]
• [STRIKE]Play laundry catch up.. see if you can get it all done![/STRIKE]

Went to Mr A shopping with DD. It was heaving but we managed better than I thought. Have gone through each room tidying bits away. Meat out defrosting.

We have had more snow again. All presents sorted and just a couple to take with me tomorrow.

My cold doesnt seem as bad. Maybe got a fright with everything I threw at it. My eye still red and painful. If its the same tomorrow I will get it checked when Im at the hospital.

kazm Thats good news.
Mudbath Ouch! I had mine broken in a assault. Take care. Healing vibes to you and DH.
Soappie Oooh poor you. Healing vibes for you too.
Triker. I would agree with getting ready made stuff if it makes things easier for you. Hugs.

Get well soon vibes for all the poorlies.

Hugs and spoons for those that need them. Specially Toots. Lady L. Diva and LW.

mummyyof5

:j:j:j:j:jAll wrapping done with DD1s help :j:j:j:j:j:j:j Can you tell I am pleased...such a horrible job...

3 dozen mince pies made but will need to make more tomorrow as LOs have eaten half of them already

DD2 ironing :T:T

Ds1 has hoovered all downstairs:T

DS2 has polished:T

LO and Baby D busy making more mess......

Pizzas in oven

Loads of washing done..more to do shortly

Ooooohhh Thanks for the reminder Boddy...off to get pork out now as cooking that tomorrow,,,,

Love to all especiallly Toots LadyL and LW xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Mum_on_a_mission_2

Hi all, I'm home and not back to wage slaving fora while - so in the words of Noddy Holder "It's Christmas...."

OK - first thing on the list - go find the turkey crown, need a nice cold trip outside to the big freezer, I may be some time!

HHC at 6.45 anyone?

Moam

NB - Frodders - yes he did design it himself.
NNB - thanks for all the lovely cards - we'll be putting them up tomorrow.

sockdrawer

Hi everyone,
Had quite a productive day today, even though I seemed to miss all the HHCs! Kids have mucked in and helped too which was lovely of them.
I have a question; does anyone know what the tubes, filled with water, with fish floating in them, that you plug in and they light up and make bubbles are called? My neice's one in her sensory room is broken beyond repair and my sis. has asked me to look for one, and I can't put my finger on what they are called.... an neither could she. Anyone help?
The other thing I need a few opinions on, as I know there are a few runners on FL: I am thinking of running the Edinburgh Marathon to raise money to help buy equipment for my wee neice. My sister did it last year, and she says "never ever again" but I know I am starting from a better point than she was at the time ie. she is very sleep deprived because her daughter has complex special needs. I did the fundraise website for her last year, but I would like to do more, and wondered if running the marathon is a realistic expectation. I do not want to run it past my sister, and raise her hopes. I'd like to make the decision, work towards it, and then reveal all nearer the time so she/I can work up sponsorship provided I'm in the shape to go through with it. Because of that, I can't ask her advice. (which I normally would) I'm in reasonable shape as I ice skate a lot, but running is a completely different sport. Really would appreciate any suggestions anyone has.



Listy left:-

• Make sure the last of the presents are wrapped I will not have people sitting up while 5am on Christmas morning wrapping! Nearly done, just stockings to do
• Tuesday - Time's nearly up!!!
• Vacuum through downstairs.. and the stairs!
• Mop the kitchen floor!
• get out any special christmas crockery and make sur eit is all clean and nice to use.. placemats etc too! Done
• Prepare a list for that last second shopping
• WRAP WRAP WRAP!

Wednesday Mayhem..

• Make sure the remaining presents are wrapped I will not have people sitting up while 5am on Christmas morning wrapping!
• mop the kitchen
• Bake some mince pies and tarts etc.. yummies!!!
• Vacuum the whole of the upstairs!
• do a crazy HHC decluttering downstairs

Thursday ~ Almost done?

• Change any bedding that needs doing
• Spend at least half an hour doing nothing at all!
• [STRIKE]
• Get out and wash any special crockery you might need to use
• [/STRIKE]Binbag dance
• [STRIKE]
• Wipe down all the worksurfaces in the kitchen
• [/STRIKE][STRIKE]Wipe all the units and appliances[/STRIKE]Sweep and mop the kitchen and dining area
• Wrap, wrap, wrap

:xmastree: Christmas Eve - FRANTIC FRIDAY FRENZY:xmastree:

• Prepare veg for christmas dinner .. store covered in cold water overnight, it will be fine!
• Mix yorky pud batter for tomorrow.. it is so much better if you leave it to stew.. quick whisk as use as normal
• Prepare any other bits.. stuffing, salad etc Make starters before bed.. sneaky but a great idea!
• PRESENTS .. nuff said! (stockings with a few bits of fruit and a cereal bar make for a healthy breakfast!)
• Wash pots before bed!
• Bathtime to wear everyone out!
• Final clean out of pets/litter trays etc
• S&S the kitchen
• S&S the bathroom
• Straighten the tree
• Get the roll of binbags at the ready
• Quick whizz over the clutter and carpets..
• Relax, enjoy yourselves and have a lovely time with your family!!
• If it isn't done now you don't need it to be done it isn't important!

Saturday - CHRISTMAS DAY!

• Bag up all the wrapping paper and put it outside!
• Delegate pot washing/DW loading!
• Slice off the remaining meat and either freeze or refridgerate for tomorrow!
• Save remaining cooked veg for stew! It can be frozen if you don't want to eat it in the next few days.. or sling it in the crock pot with the carcass for stock!
• Before children go to bed they must stack their new things nicely!
• A quick S&S over the kitchen should see it looking fabulous again If you leave it by New year it will be a tip!!
• Prepare any run and grab style food for Boxing day.. I know a lot of families have get togethers on the 26th.
• Wipe the table/table cloth
• Put the best crockery/glasses away, or just out of the way so it doesn't get damaged.
• Go play with the children .. eat lots of junk food and delegate as much as possible!!
• Quick wipe over the hob should see it sparkling again
• Does the breadmaker need to be on for tomorrow?
• Start thinking of those resolutions you will be breaking by the middle of January! lol
• Don't forget to feed the pets!.. Mine had a bag of turkey giblets they helped themselves to!
• Enjoy your day with your loved ones, spare a fewv minutes thought for those who cannot be with us this year and who have lost loved ones.. I wish you all a happy, joyous, trouble-free fabulous New Year!! Without you lot.. I wouldn't be here either xx

[STRIKE]GET TREE[/STRIKE]
Double check application forms and upload to website Done
Send out applications to main stands Started today
Clean and wash close. Consider the ponsettia idea...... Started.... not finished yet
Fill up car.
PooPatrol
Find and clean the table cloth DONE
Investigate fresh places for roadsigns
Speak to MIL regarding roanes and a roofer. Spoke to DH who will sort it out.
Make MIL's cushions nearly finished one just buttonholes to go, now waiting for more fabric
sewing
Buy stamps
1/2 hour Italian
Angling Association stuff
1/2 hour photoshop
Persuade hubby to move boxes out of hall
Take inventory of old shop stock WIP Done 1 2 hours
Inventory current shop stock WIP
work through cleaning house pillows and duvets replacing as needed.
Phone sis & Dad
Added to daily list food and water for birds(Thanks Dusty)
Clean out crafting boxes
10 crochet squares
HHHW
1 hr Yoga
Drink water
Psoriasis creams
DD2 1/2 hour violin priactice
1/2 hour dreamweaver
re-check accounts
Do my spreadsheets
Update trade stand database 3 hours done 23/12/10
Urge DH on to sort out his dentist bill
Sort out family pictures cd for sis, bil and Mil.
Remember to remind game dealer regarding order of pheasants, duck and partridge while it's still cheap Reminded him but will do again
Knit some of everlasting jumper. You know you love the jumper, so you deserve to be able to wear it Doing some every evening

mummyyof5

NOooo..just realised Amazon havent delivered 2 of the main presents for Dd1 and DS2..they were supposed to arrive today...fingers crossed they get here tomorrow

soappie

Evening all

Mudders, hope the DIY nose job sorts itself out quickly and that DH gets over his chest infection in time to cook Christmas dinner for you!

Lamewolf - please explain - just how CAN you almost forget about blackberry vodka? Can't compute...

Hugs to all the poorlies. I have to say, Arnica cream really is the dog's unmentionables. My thigh and hip have hardly grumbled today and the beautiful blue bruise from the dead leg, whilst still beautifully blue, doesn't really hurt at all. It is a must for anyone's first aid drawer.

Decided to brave chavda this evening after work (I decided I couldn't cope with Mr T - its location is really bad with respect to commuter traffic) for the last few bits. I was very pleasantly surprised - it was quieter than I've ever seen it. Managed to get everything I needed so that's all the shopping done.

Got home to discover it has been a two egg day! I've been getting a steady supply of one egg most days since the first one on 8th December. Today, there was the usual one inside the nesting area and another lying on top of the coop itself. Clearly the first one from a novice layer. But it's exciting. The others will follow suit I'm sure...

DiL has just dropped off the turkey. The chap who drives a park and ride bus for her office raises turkeys on the side so she's bought me one for Christmas. It's 131b and enormously plump breasted.... I now need to go and sort out the fridges to find space for it. The veg can go in the little shed outside I think - it'll be cold enough....though we are fortunate, most of our snow has gone, though it's bitterly cold today.

ajmoney

sockdrawer wrote: »

I have a question; does anyone know what the tubes, filled with water, with fish floating in them, that you plug in and they light up and make bubbles are called? My neice's one in her sensory room is broken beyond repair and my sis. has asked me to look for one, and I can't put my finger on what they are called.... an neither could she. Anyone help?

A lava lamp?

Had a lovely day out in Edinburgh today. Just back with a nice cuppa and some rhubarb on the hob to stew