Weekly Flylady Thread 2nd May 2011

Decluttering

Cleaned out another part of my wardrobe today - all my old schoolwork, I have no idea why I've kept it so long! I also have a Christmas stock going on - I have so many Christmas cards and no one to send them to!

1. Organise paperwork
2. Throw out miscellaneous paperwork (ie old leaflets, things that no longer hold any importantance)
3. Clear out the eBay box and either put the contents onto eBay to be sold or get rid of them!
4. Tidy bookshelf
5. Completely remove everything from my wardrobe and scrutinise what should be in there, what can go and what needs to go elsewhere - work in progress
6. Rediscover the floor (harder than it sounds)
7. Analyse clothes in wardrobe and dispose of as appropriate
8. Clean out handbag of stuff that doesn't need to be in there that is making it heavier to carry around

Goodintentions

fedupandskint wrote: »

Assignment in and submitted at a sensible time for the first time all year!

Well done! :j It feels good when it's done, doesn't it?

JennyJewell wrote: »

Just checked out best ways to clean drum of washing machine and majority of answers I have found have been to put capful of white vinegar into drawer - half in powder part and other half in softener part - and put empty washing machine on hottest temperature cycle.

I am sorry if this is a silly question, but how big is a 'capful'? Is that the cap from the vinegar bottle? 'Cos that is only a tiny bit....
Also, does anyone know how to do a similar clean on the DW? I have used the expensive finish things, but was looking for something cheaper

Here is my list for today:
Monday - Sitting Room and Hallway
Level One
[STRIKE]Open the windows[/STRIKE] and turn on some music! kids were watching TV & were not NOT happy as they said they were cold!!
[STRIKE]Dust/polish grubby glass and mirrors and pictures.[/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Declutter the chairs, floor and fireplace[/STRIKE]
Level Two
[STRIKE]Vacuum the floor now it is visible[/STRIKE]by DD – may have to do again tomorrow!
Pile all hotspots into one heap and sort through it all.. File/shred as appropriate
Clean and defluff the fire
Level Three
Vacuum under any furniture you can.. please don't injure yourselves!
Wipe sofas and dusty places
HHC in the hallway.. sort those coats and shoes and mess!! Clear out handbags and schoolbags!



Extras

1. Freshen up any soft furnishings
2. Binbag dance... grab a bag fill it and fling it!
3. Check insurance policies/tax/mot etc to see when the renewals are up! tried to book in, but they were shut!
4. Wipe the woodwork in these areas

My big list!
1. Book MOT/service (see above!)
2. Order shed
3. Sort out paperwork in small brown box
4. Sort out paperwork in large brown box
5. Clear out desk
6. CD’s – sort out, put on hard drive & store
7. Look into new website
8. Work – planning
9. Work – update LJ
10. Back up files on PC
11. Sort out pictures for photo frame
12. Clear shelves in DR (five shelves)
13. Work – make list of resources
14. Work – photographic labels for resources
15. Cupboard under stairs
16. Clear out pantry & cupboard
17. Clear out ‘plastic pot’ cupboard
18. Clean oven & grill - I may pay someone to do this!!
19. Work – photos for wall hanger WIP
20. Clear out top drawer in kitchen
21. Clear out bottom (junk) drawer in kitchen
22. Clear out freezer
23. Clear out cupboard above kettle
24. Clear out cupboard under sink
25. Shredding WIP
26. Clear bedside drawer
27. Clear out double wardrobe
28. Sort out Conor’s clothes
29. Clear out/clean bathroom cabinet
30. Check First Aid box
31. Work – update risk assessments
32. Work – 2010/11 accounts & tax return
33. Art Club accounts – update & pay in
34. Work – update 2011/12 accounts
35. Work – ICO forms
36. Clean WM & DW
37. Work – evaluation form for ‘boys’ course
38. Look into repair plan for TV
39. Look into new mobile
40. Update members list for SAA
41. Book dentist
42. [STRIKE]Cancel Micra insurance d/d[/STRIKE]
43. Clean LR windows
44. Clean DR window
45. Clean bathroom window
46. Clean bedroom windows
47. Clean kitchen windows
48. Plant flowers/bedding WIP – perennials done, pots/troughs to do
DW has been loaded & unloaded, rabbit cleaned out, dog walked, food shopping at Mr T's, DS bed changed (by DH!) - will wash tomorrow - repotted a plant that had blown over and pot had broken. I didn't get much of the LR done today, because my offspring had taken root in front of the TV. They did do some homework though

I have had a headache most of the day (& in the night - even dreamt someone gave me strong painkillers!!), and been very grumpy (even had a small row with DH - we don't often row, but he is tired aswell). I think AF is to blame, as I am seeing a pattern to the headaches Hopefully it should start to ease off now.

Well, I think I will try for an early night and try and catch up tomorrow.
Night night peeps

Valli

I see no reason, Goodintentions, why a vinegar wash on the hottest setting coudn't be used for a dishwasher. Mind you I might also be tempted to sling in a handful of Household Soda, to flush the pipes, too.

But I haven't got a dishwasher.

Today I have finally eaten a couple of frogs...

*burp*

*ribbit*

JennyJewell

Hi all

Goodintentions I meant a cupful sorry,lol I have ran out of time to do it today so will do it first thing in the morning (I'm guessing a sort of teacup size but if I'm wrong someone put me right please - I have never done it before)!

I'm going to have a quick cuppa with hubby, be good and iron my clothes for work and then get myself to bed for an early night
Nos da all
Jen xx

nicki_2

Its just taken me 2 hours to cut DD's hair :eek: It was so tatty it was unbelieveable, and took me 30min just to detangle it. The actual cutting took a while too as she kept having to get up and walk around coz her bottom went numb :rotfl: Its a vast improvement taking about 6" off the bottom and she's chuffed now she can brush it then tie it back on her own now

It does mean however that I haven't got time to colour my hair tonight as I had planned. Oh well, I'll do it Wednesday evening instead as Tuesdays are always busy in this house

This week (bold = urgent!) :
Bath me
Colour my hair!
Ironing until its gone!
Lunch for me for work Tue & Wed (cook pasta)
HHE
Find/Write cheque for Violin exam
Sort money for school dinners for DD
Write Toots list

Monday - Sitting Room and Hallway
Level One
Dust/polish grubby glass and mirrors and pictures.
Level Two
Level Three
Wipe sofas and dusty places
HHC in the[STRIKE] hallway[/STRIKE] Understairs cupboard.. sort those coats and shoes and mess!! Clear out handbags and schoolbags!
Extras

1. Freshen up any soft furnishings
2. Wipe the woodwork in these areas

Tuesday ~ Kitchen and Dining room
Level One
Declutter and mop/vacuum floor
Clear and wipe work surfaces
Level Two
Wipe units and large appliances
Give one small appliance a good clean!
Wipe out the fridge and get rid of anything gross and slide the stuff that needs using now into your meal plan
Level Three
clean oven and hob!
Extras

1. Wipe down all the paintwork
2. Wash the windows

Off to see what uniform/clothes I HAVE to iron tonight, and write out a MUST DO list for tomorrow (a delivery & library books, asda for more fresh salad as we're eating loads of it while the weather is nice and I know there's more)

I might catch you tomorrow night, if not it will be Wednesday evening. Night all and take care! :wave: xx

Goodintentions

JennyJewell wrote: »

Hi all

Goodintentions I meant a cupful sorry,lol I have ran out of time to do it today so will do it first thing in the morning (I'm guessing a sort of teacup size but if I'm wrong someone put me right please - I have never done it before)!

Thank you. That makes much more sense!

happierdaystocome

Goodintentions I use white vinegar and bicarb on a hot wash to rinse dishwasher.


Im glad it the kitchen tomorrow as though its not too bad it could do with more than a S&S. I may make a start on it tonight after I've finished watching the film if Im still not tired.

Tuesday ~ Kitchen and Dining room
Level One
Declutter and mop/vacuum floor
Clear and wipe work surfaces
Level Two
Wipe units and large appliances
Give one small appliance a good clean!
Wipe out the fridge and get rid of anything gross and slide the stuff that needs using now into your meal plan
Level Three
Wipe the table, replace the cloth if needed and dust and deweb!
Clean through the cupboard full of food.. what needs using soon?
clean oven and hob!
Extras

1. Clean a hotspot.. even if that is the inside of the breadbin!
2. Wipe down all the paintwork
3. Wash the windows
4. Clean any pet bedding/poo trays/stinky tanks etc

I also need to do:
HHI,
redo the outside of the conservatory windows as OH sprayed them with the hose and they are now all streaky.
HHE
Phone GP and make appointment to see her.

life_in_termoil

Evening all,
in from work and knackered but need to go and unload the dishwasher so may as well put the kettle on and wipe the sides down whilst im waiting for it to boil!!

Tuesday ~ Kitchen and Dining room
Level One
Declutter and mop/vacuum floor
Clear and wipe work surfaces
Level Two
Wipe units and large appliances
Give one small appliance a good clean!
Wipe out the fridge and get rid of anything gross and slide the stuff that needs using now into your meal plan
Level Three
Wipe the table, replace the cloth if needed and dust and deweb!
Clean through the cupboard full of food.. what needs using soon?
clean oven and hob!
Extras

1. Clean a hotspot.. even if that is the inside of the breadbin!
2. Wipe down all the paintwork
3. Wash the windows
4. Clean any pet bedding/poo trays/stinky tanks etc

mummyyof5

Monday - Sitting Room and Hallway
Level One
[STRIKE]Open the windows and turn on some music![/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Dust/polish grubby glass and mirrors and pictures.[/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Declutter the chairs, floor and fireplace[/STRIKE]
Level Two
[STRIKE]Vacuum the floor now it is visible[/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Pile all hotspots into one heap and sort through it all.. File/shred as appropriate[/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Clean and defluff the fire.. arrange for chimneys to be swept if necessary and services![/STRIKE]
Level Three
[STRIKE]Vacuum under any furniture you can.. please don't injure yourselves![/STRIKE]
[STRIKE]Wipe sofas and dusty places[/STRIKE]
HHC in the hallway.. sort those coats and shoes and mess!! Clear out handbags and schoolbags!

Extras

1. [STRIKE]Freshen up any soft furnishings[/STRIKE]
2. Binbag dance... grab a bag fill it and fling it!
3. [STRIKE]Check insurance policies/tax/mot etc to see when the renewals are up![/STRIKE] OHs domain
4. Wipe the woodwork in these areas

Also washed 4 lots of bedding...got mine and LOs dry plus a load of darks...hung out both boys bedding and NDN decided to have a BBQ :mad::mad::mad: at 1pm in the afternoon...I did what anyone would have done....hehe...I gave up and went to an all day rock gig instead :T:T got back at 7pm ...OH finished the curry...I remade all 4 beds...S&S bathroom..ate tea...filled Dw and on

Had a bath and bathed 2 littlies..got them to bed..and shoved DS2 into the shower...

Out tomorrow with mum and 2 littlies...will hit the kitchen when I get back as have no tea to cook :j:j

Love to all xxxx

toottifrootti

welcome to the thread pinkcheshire cat, ab7167, Nomster, OldMcDonald, Xevius
JoJo WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! you have been busy - well done to you:T:T:T
Dorastar the theiving baskets - hope you get it sorted tomorrow
holly well done getting DS's room totally done:T:T:T
well done fedup - I am sure its better than you think
nice to see you funfair

froddington wrote: »

My list.

I was about to post this earlier when somebody walked on the keyboard and shut down the computer!!!! I don't even know how to do that with the keys!!!!

dont you mean something :eek::eek::eek::eek: probably furry - cringe shudder faint:eek::rotfl:

well flyladies I dont know what you have all been eating this weekend but I am extremely impressed with the amount of work done today:D:D whatever it is can I have some?? Well done to you all.

I had a reasonably good day too -
dailies done here
went to flat with washing from hospital
spoke to my friend on the phone
spoke to aunt on phone
phoned re OT items
phoned and left message with Solicitor's secretary
got one load done before engineer came to fix boiler
then friend came for chat
sent her back to my house for hairdryer and she hung out first load of washing
defrosted fridge with hairdryer
washed all the insides and shelves etc
put hot wash on and went to MrA
ate my lunch
cleaned edges in bathroom
opened all the windows and cleaned the tracks
emptied blanket box so i could move it to take down BR curtains
hung new curtains
moved blanket box to LR to change lightbulbs
dusted light fitting while up there
moved blanket box back to BR
scrubbed a mark on hall wall - oops removed too much paint
touched up mark with paint
bleached cords in bathroom
tried to remove fire from LR - needs pipe cut
scrubbed mark on hall runner
loaded up buggy with bits not needed and shopping
came home and unloaded
defrosted tea
sat in garden waiting for tea to cook
hunted for missing cheque book
wrote cheque for rent
read and marked mistakes on lease
walked to LL with rent and lease
chatted for hour in back garden
came home and took in washing
spoke to C on phone
spoke to A on phone re uplift of table
caught up on fred!

think thats about my day - not too bad - could have been better! And my lovely flylady friend :Areminded me that I wasnt going to do so much when I came back from hospital so I have blanked out Friday in my diary for a quieter day. Thank you :Axx

ok off to update lists and then head for bed.

love and hugs to you all - especially Lady L

toots xx