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Weekly Flylady Thread 3rd January 2011

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  • Mum_on_a_mission_2
    Mum_on_a_mission_2 Posts: 1,429 Forumite
    greenbee wrote: »
    My SIL managed it :) the church they wanted only had one slot in the year they wanted, so they had a date 6 months earlier than they originally planned. And my brother was away in Brazil when she committed to the date too :) but we didn't think he'd mind... I can get hold of her spreadsheets for you if you want...

    End of year review done. I don't think my boss likes me anymore... :p

    I think our wedding was arranged in about 8 weeks, but it was very small and quiet. Go with what you want AJ and it'll be fine.

    Happy Birthday GreenBee - bosses don't need to like you to be seriously impressed do they?

    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.


    Snowball says too far away, working hard to bring it forward.
  • pjjjx
    pjjjx Posts: 33 Forumite
    edited 6 January 2011 at 6:38PM
    Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining area
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Sweep and mop the floors
    Clear and wipe the worksurfaces
    [/STRIKE]    Level Two
    Wash the units and appliances.
    Give the pan cupboard a good scrub out.. fling the plastic tubs with no lids/botttoms/broken
    [STRIKE]Wipe over window sills and shine the taps
    [/STRIKE]    Level Three
    Sort paperwork, warranties, insurance docs, phone contracts etc into a file so they are easily accessible and make notes of when things need renewing!
    Clean table and add a clean cloth if needed
    Dust and deweb


    Extras
    1. Binbag dance
    2. HHI
    3. Thoroughly clean a small appliance (descale kettle/decrumb toaster for example)
    4. [STRIKE]
      Make sure diaries/calendars are up to date with appointments!!!
      [/STRIKE]
    Tuesday ~ Living/family room, hallway and stairs



    Level One
    Declutter EVERYTHING that does not belong in these areas
    Dust and deweb
    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Vacuum/mop.. inc. under furniture you can move without hurting yourself![/STRIKE]
    Clear tops of cupboards/coffee tables/magazine racks etc
    [STRIKE]Wipe and water plants[/STRIKE]
    Level Three
    [STRIKE]Tidy coats and bags and shoes and make certain everything is ready for back to school![/STRIKE]
    Wipe banister rails/stair spindles/paintwork
    [STRIKE]Tidy away christmas decs[/STRIKE]
    Extras
    1. Filing.. all the papers you just gathered up
    2. Wash any soft furnishings that have not been done in a while or need doing
    3. Wipe door handles and tops of door frames
    4. [STRIKE] Vacuum sofas.. don't forget under cushions![/STRIKE]
    Wednesday ~ Bathroom and study/pc area
    1. Level One
    2. [STRIKE]Declutter floors and chairs and pile all the paperwork in one heap[/STRIKE]
    3. Clear desk of papers and junk.. give it a good wipe
    Level Two
    Wipe mouse, keyboard and polish screens while pc runs defrag. Declutter 50 emails, 5 dead links and any unused programs.. make backup disc of pics etc.. just in case![STRIKE]Scrub bath, loo, sinks, showers[/STRIKE]

    Level Three
    [STRIKE]Wash shower curtains/mat etc that are grotty[/STRIKE]
    Clean paintwork and shine mirrors
    [STRIKE]
    Empty and wash out bins
    [/STRIKE]

    Extras
    Sort through that pile of hotspots!

    [STRIKE]
    Make room in the bathroom for your new christmas smellies! and get them installed
    [/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]

    [/STRIKE]
    ]
    [STRIKE]Clean radiators.. don't forget the back (sock on a stick/coat hanger!)[/STRIKE]
    Get those christmas [STRIKE]'Thank you's' sent out![/STRIKE]
    Thursday ~ Master Bedroom and Landing!

    Level One
    STRIKE]Strip, wash and replace bedding! [/STRIKE]

    Declutter the floor and vacuum!
    Level Two
    Clear the top of at least 1 cupboard, wipe it down and make it look nice!
    [STRIKE]Sort out your toiletries and squeeze new ones in to be used.. sort out which presents are to be regifted.[/STRIKE]



    [STRIKE]Clear out a pile on the landing, be that on a table or in a cupboard[/STRIKE]
    Level Three

    [STRIKE]Tidy away those homeless clothes and shoes and bags[/STRIKE]

    Wipe over paintwork and window sills
    Clearout the bedside units.. or the place you stash all your 'stuff'
    Extras

    Dust and deweb
    Declutter a hotspot
    Sort through your makeup and bin anything not used for a while.. i breeds bacteria and such nasties!
    [STRIKE]
    Sort underwear and get rid of anything unwearable or that you would be ashamed to be run over in.. if the paramedics can't see it noone should!!
    [/STRIKE]
    Friday ~ Childrens/spare rooms
    Level One


    The most important task first.. make time for yourself.. a haircut, manicure, or just a relaxing bath in peace!

    [STRIKE]Strip, wash and replace bedding[/STRIKE]




    Level Two


    [STRIKE]Sort through a box of toys/shelf/cupboard see if you can fit in some of the christmas stash[/STRIKE]

    Tidy a chest of drawers

    Vacuum, even if it means kicking all the mess into a corner heap!
    Level Three

    Binbag Dance.. fling those broken things and empty packaging!
    Wash windows and sills, and curtains and blinds!
    Make sure games are in boxes and books are straight on shelves

    Extras


    [STRIKE]
    Wash stinky pet beds/houses
    [/STRIKE]Dust all the light fittings
    Chase appointments/put off call and emails/catch up with a friend you have been putting off

    Check when appointments are due for dentist, opticians, smears etc.. Make notes in diaries/calendars

    "Sealed Pot Challenge" member 1122
    SW - lost 2.5 stones :)
  • toochoosey
    toochoosey Posts: 7,371 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Good afternoon all, hope all are well xx

    I have had 2 replies re the stuf fon netmums and freecycle but now my email is playing up and I can't get in touch with them grrrrr want this stuff gone asap. The car boot is full and there are a couple of bags in the spare room as well.....

    Anyhow, had a nice afternoon in school, came home, popped to the shop for milk.....forgot the milk!!! Cooked dinner and now arguing with yahoo!!!!

    Will get the stuff out of the car and spare room in a bit in the hope that someone comes and gets it tonight or in the morning......

    SW this evening as well, Haven't been in months and I reckon I have put on at least half a stone......will let you know when I get back later....xx
  • toottifrootti
    toottifrootti Posts: 6,427 Forumite
    evening flyers

    its got very frosty here again tonight but has been bright and cold all day.

    welcome to the thread Mrs_B - I will send you a pm shortly - dont be put off by all the work - we are all at different stages of untidyness!!! Stick with the lists for a few weeks and you will see things improve then you can slot in more of your own jobs too.

    pigpen - what about getting another Vicar at the Church with the horrible vicar - thats the obvious choice of church if I remember and he cant object - do you know any vicars that you would like to have do it - maybe a retired one ?
    Mumof2 wrote: »
    .... they're working well and I've not had any 'bad' thoughts for almost a week now :j:T - long may it continue.
    Mumof2 wrote: »
    Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining area - ALL DONE!!!

    Tuesday ~ Living/family room, hallway and stairs ALL DONE!!!!!

    Wednesday ~ Bathroom and study/pc area - ALL DONE!!

    Thursday ~ Master Bedroom and Landing! - ALL DONE!!

    Friday ~ Childrens/spare rooms - ALL DONE!!


    I can honestly say that Flying is helping me to slowly reclaim my house and I am just eternally grateful for all the help and support I get on here. You'll never know how much you're all doing to help me xx

    Mumof2 its great news that you havent had any 'bad thoughts' recently - the tabs are working and you are like a new woman - look how well you have done the lists this week - it shows you are 'mending' - I am very pleased for you honey - and you will get stronger too (((hugs)))

    Valli maybe I should try that on mine - the fan comes on and can stay on all day sometimes! Thinking of you (((hugs)))

    Greenbee bday2.gifhope you have a lovely day
    :bdaycake:

    I see that we have lots of littlies still poorly so humungous get well vibes for them tonight.

    I am wondering if going out today was such a good idea but hey-ho cant be undone now - I am cream-crackered and a bit shivery. I was well wrapped up but actually think it was going in and out of warm shops that didnt help.

    Got most of the things done but was disappointed that I didnt manage to get any bargains for my presie store!!

    will go update my list and then get tea organised

    love and hugs to everyone especially LadyL

    tootsxx
    Peace will be mine
    could do better - must try harder
    Live each day as if its your last
    DFW Nerd #1000 Proud to be dealing with my debts

  • vanilla
    vanilla Posts: 3,277 Forumite
    Evening everyone, we've had a really crappy first week (not over yet). Loads of things going on and i haven't been sleeping right at all. Far too much going through my head. Hopefully i've managed to sort a few problems out and i'll remain positive about the rest. :D

    Flying wise very little has been done except washing. I haven't had a chance to catch up on the thread so hugs, congrats, spoons and sticks.

    Greenbee Happy Birthday.xxx:bdaycake:
    Sometimes it seems that the going is just too rough.
    And things go wrong no matter what I do.
    Now and then it seems that life is just too much.
    But you've got the love I need to see me through.
    :j :j
  • MissHiggerty
    MissHiggerty Posts: 594 Forumite
    Updated list.....deleted the things done before/irrelevant things; struck out the things done today....

    Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining area
    Level One
    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Wash the units and appliances.[/STRIKE] and the hob
    Give the pan cupboard a good scrub out.. fling the plastic tubs with no lids/botttoms/broken
    Wipe over window sills and shine the taps
    Level Three
    Sort paperwork, warranties, insurance docs, phone contracts etc into a file so they are easily accessible and make notes of when things need renewing!
    Dust and deweb
    Extras
    1. Thoroughly clean a small appliance (descale kettle/decrumb toaster for example)
    Tuesday ~ Living/family room, hallway and stairs
    Level One
    Level Two
    Level Three
    Wipe banister rails/stair spindles/paintwork

    Extras
    1. Filing.. all the papers you just gathered up
    2. Wash any soft furnishings that have not been done in a while or need doing
    3. Wipe door handles and tops of door frames
    4. Vacuum sofas.. don't forget under cushions!
    Wednesday ~ Bathroom and study/pc area

    Level One
    Declutter floors and chairs and pile all the paperwork in one heap
    Clear desk of papers and junk.. give it a good wipe
    Level Two
    Wipe mouse, keyboard and polish screens while pc runs defrag.
    Declutter 50 emails, 5 dead links and any unused programs.. make backup disc of pics etc.. just in case!
    Scrub bath, loo, sinks, showers
    Level Three
    Wash shower curtains/mat etc that are grotty
    Clean paintwork and shine mirrors
    [STRIKE]Empty and wash out bins[/STRIKE]
    Extras
    1. [STRIKE]Sort through that pile of hotspots! [/STRIKE]
    2. [STRIKE]Make room in the bathroom for your new christmas smellies! and get them installed[/STRIKE]
    3. Clean radiators.. don't forget the back (sock on a stick/coat hanger!)
    4. Get those christmas 'Thank you's' sent out!
    Thursday ~ Master Bedroom and Landing!
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Declutter the floor and vacuum![/STRIKE]
    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Clear the top of at least 1 cupboard, wipe it down and make it look nice![/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]Sort out your toiletries and squeeze new ones in to be used.. [/STRIKE]
    Clear out a pile on the landing, be that on a table or in a cupboard
    Level Three
    [STRIKE]Tidy away those homeless clothes and shoes and bags[/STRIKE]
    Wipe over paintwork and window sills
    Clearout the bedside units.. or the place you stash all your 'stuff'
    Extras
    1. [STRIKE]Dust and deweb[/STRIKE]
    2. [STRIKE]Declutter a hotspot[/STRIKE]
    3. Sort through your makeup and bin anything not used for a while.. i breeds bacteria and such nasties!
    4. Sort underwear and get rid of anything unwearable or that you would be ashamed to be run over in.. if the paramedics can't see it noone should!!
    Friday ~ Childrens/spare rooms
    Level One
    [STRIKE]The most important task first.. make time for yourself.. a haircut, manicure, or just a relaxing bath in peace![/STRIKE] nice long soak in the bath!
    Level Two
    Sort through a box of toys/shelf/cupboard see if you can fit in some of the christmas stash
    Tidy a chest of drawers
    Vacuum, even if it means kicking all the mess into a corner heap!
    Level Three
    Binbag Dance.. fling those broken things and empty packaging!
    Wash windows and sills, and curtains and blinds!
    Make sure games are in boxes and books are straight on shelves
    Extras

    1. Dust all the light fittings
    2. Chase appointments/put off call and emails/catch up with a friend you have been putting off
    3. Check when appointments are due for dentist, opticians, smears etc.. Make notes in diaries/calendars
    Well... I'm getting somewhere gradually. Bathroom next, I think... Must do the downstairs loo - have a friend popping round tomorrow! :eek:

    MissH
    xxxx
  • boddy
    boddy Posts: 3,326 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    Tuesday ~ Living/family room, hallway and stairs
    Level One
    [STRIKE]Declutter EVERYTHING that does not belong in these areas[/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]Dust and deweb[/STRIKE]
    Level Two
    [STRIKE]Vacuum/mop.. inc. under furniture you can move without hurting yourself![/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]Clear tops of cupboards/coffee tables/magazine racks etc[/STRIKE]
    Level Three
    [STRIKE]Wipe banister rails/stair spindles/paintwork[/STRIKE]

    Had a bit of a meltdown today. Have upset and hurt DD and GS2. Picked the wrong place and time though. DD and I have talked since though and we are ok. Lots of tears shed. We never fall out like that.

    Off to make a cuppa and chill a bit.

    Hugs and spoons for those who need them.
  • toottifrootti
    toottifrootti Posts: 6,427 Forumite
    just a little fluttering
    and also
    Monday -[STRIKE]Rev A visiting in pm[/STRIKE]
    Tuesday - [STRIKE]Possible DB and family visiting[/STRIKE]
    Wednesday -[STRIKE] take down all decors[/STRIKE]
    Thursday -[STRIKE] Shopping 9-1 - cleaner 12-2[/STRIKE]
    Friday - Harry's funeral 4pm
    Saturday
    Sunday - Church

    This week
    [STRIKE]clear phone inbox[/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]clear pm's[/STRIKE]
    get diary and calendar up to date
    [STRIKE]decide on birthday presents needed for this month[/STRIKE]
    [STRIKE]decide on golden w/a present[/STRIKE]
    work on budget/SOA

    Monday ~ Kitchen and Dining area
    1. mop the floors
    2. Wash the units and appliances.
    3. Give the pan cupboard a good scrub out..
    4. Wipe over window sills and shine the taps
    5. Sort paperwork, warranties, insurance docs, phone contracts etc into a file so they are easily accessible and make notes of when things need renewing!
    6. Clean table and add a clean cloth if needed
    7. Dust and deweb
    8. HHI
    9. Thoroughly clean a small appliance (descale kettle/decrumb toaster for example)
    10. Make sure diaries/calendars are up to date with appointments!!!
    Tuesday ~ Living/family room, hallway
    1. Declutter EVERYTHING that does not belong in these areas
    2. Dust and deweb
    3. Clear magazine racks etc
    4. Wipe and water plants
    5. Tidy shoes
    6. Wipe paintwork
    7. Filing.. all the papers you just gathered up
    8. Wipe door handles and tops of door frames
    9. Vacuum sofas.. don't forget under cushions!


    Wednesday ~ Bathroom and study/pc area
    1. Wipe mouse, keyboard and polish screens while pc runs defrag.
    2. Declutter 50 emails, 5 dead links and any unused programs.. make backup disc of pics etc.. just in case!
    3. clean paintwork and shine mirrors
    4. Empty and wash out bins
    5. Sort through that pile of hotspots!
    6. Make room in the bathroom for your new christmas smellies! and get them installed
    7. Clean radiators.. don't forget the back (sock on a stick/coat hanger!)
    8. Get those christmas 'Thank you's' sent out!
    Thursday ~ Master Bedroom and Landing!
    1. Clear the top of at least 1 cupboard, wipe it down and make it look nice!
    2. Sort out your toiletries and squeeze new ones in to be used.. sort out which presents are to be regifted.
    3. Clear out a pile on the landing, be that on a table or in a cupboard
    4. Tidy away those homeless clothes and shoes and bags
    5. Wipe over paintwork and window sills
    6. Clearout the bedside units.. or the place you stash all your 'stuff'
    7. Dust and deweb
    8. Declutter a hotspot
    9. Sort through your makeup and bin anything not used for a while.. i breeds bacteria and such nasties!

    Friday ~ Childrens/spare rooms

    1. The most important task first.. make time for yourself.. a haircut, manicure, or just a relaxing bath in peace!
    2. Sort through a box of toys/shelf/cupboard see if you can fit in some of the christmas stash
    3. Tidy a chest of drawers
    4. Wash windows and sills, and curtains and blinds!
    5. Make sure games are in boxes and books are straight on shelves
    6. Dust all the light fittings
    7. Chase appointments/put off call and emails/catch up with a friend you have been putting offCheck when appointments are due for dentist, opticians, smears etc.. Make notes in diaries/calendars
    not so good this week

    head down and batter on

    toots xx
    Peace will be mine
    could do better - must try harder
    Live each day as if its your last
    DFW Nerd #1000 Proud to be dealing with my debts

  • toottifrootti
    toottifrootti Posts: 6,427 Forumite
    boddy I am sure she will understand - huge squishy (((hugs))) for you all and lots of love and strength to help you through such a difficult time - you know where I am if you need an un-connected ear!

    toots xx
    Peace will be mine
    could do better - must try harder
    Live each day as if its your last
    DFW Nerd #1000 Proud to be dealing with my debts

  • Valli
    Valli Posts: 25,495 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    Boddy - (((hugs)))
    Don't put it DOWN; put it AWAY
    "I would like more sisters, that the taking out of one, might not leave such stillness" Emily Dickinson
    :heart:Janice 1964-2016:heart:

    Thank you Honey Bear
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