Weekly Flylady Thread 27th June 2011

outofmoney

20somethinghousewife wrote: »

I just wonder how you mothers explain to your kids that their teacher is refusing to go into school because they're unhappy about something. I mean, what kind of example does it set for them?

Mine haven't asked. They were just happy to have the day off.

I think it may cause a few problems at my sons school though as the new head has just declared she will not be authorising any holidays from now on as according to her 'just one day off can affect their education!'

Valli wrote: »

no doubt I will get flamed for this but, tbh, they should have a back-up plan for childcare anyway -

I sort of agree actually. For me personally I prefer to not work whilst my kids are young in-case I am needed. It happens that our situation has made that possible. In an ideal world Dad goes out to work, whilst Mum stays home to care for the house and kids. But things are far from ideal these days.


JoJo Sounds like you have made a good choice. Hope things work out for you.


Better get this thread back to flying

20somethinghousewife

Sorry if I came across as being judgemental, I actually don't have much of an opinion about the strikes, I was just curious as kids see things very black & white.

Yeah, anyway, I need to learn to keep my mouth shut :silenced:

Back to flying... headache's starting to fade so I'm off to the kitchen to do some serious washing-up. I'm extremely envious of everyone here who has a DW and a TD. I know you still have to load & unload it but at least it's all hidden out of the way when guests pop in.

I know it's getting late but doing a HHC at 8:30

Maxonian

20somethinghousewife wrote: »

I know it's getting late but doing a HHC at 8:30

I'll join you. We only had beans on toast for tea, but kitchen looks like a disaster zone..

Mum_on_a_mission_2

HHI done, but need maybe 4 more :eek:

Best crack on and do another then!

Moam

juliejim

I'll join in the HHC too.

pigpen

I'm bored...

I suggested to OH earlier we take the children to Sundown at some point in the jollidays.. not my mother has invited herself to 'come help' and my sister has said she will come too with my niece... guess that means noone in our car!!

I just wanted a family day out! Not meaning my ENTIRE family!

20somethinghousewife wrote: »

Sorry if I came across as being judgemental, I actually don't have much of an opinion about the strikes, I was just curious as kids see things very black & white.

Yeah, anyway, I need to learn to keep my mouth shut :silenced:

I didn't think it sounded like anything other than a question


OH is going to be flyin his lappy any second!

greenbee

Any suggestions as to what temperature to wash an ancient velvet curtain at?

xx_Jo_xx

:hello:

Hey everyone - hope your all well.... been a busy week for me, between working, flying and trying to organise life generally!

Much love, sticks and spoons as required xx

Monday - Sitting Room and Hallway
Level One
Level Two
Clean any ornaments, glass, mirrors, pictures etc
Level Three
Empty and wash out vacuum cleaner.. don't forget filters!

extras

1. Clean switches and sockets
2. Wipe the windows in these areas

Tuesday ~ Kitchen and Dining Mess
Level One
Level Two
Level Three
Wipe the tops of the wall units.. lining them with old wallpaper or newspaper keeps them clean!
dust blinds and wash windows!


Extras

1. Wash light shades and clean bulbs
2. Sort out and restock baking cupboards

Wednesday - Bathroom and Study/Pc Area
Level One
Level Two
Clear any clutter from desk
Dust PC and desk and wipe off those cup rings!!
Wipe keyboard, house phone, sockets, switches and mouse etc
Level Three

Extra

1. Wipe the skirtings, door and window frames in these rooms
2. Make a long list of those things you need to get for going back to school in September!!

Thursday ~ Master bedroom & landing
Level 1
Level 2
Dust surfaces & make sure no cobwebs..
Vacuum & turn mattress before replacing with fresh linen..
Clean lightshade. And remove dead insects
Level 3
Vacuum floors in bedroom and on landing
Extras

• tidy a cupboard
• Clean windows in these rooms
• Clear a box of clutter from the landing
• Make any necessary phone calls

Friday ~ Childrens/Spare rooms
Level One
Level Two
Level Three
Vacuum the floor
deweb and fluff the room
clean the windows
Extras

• Wipe sticky marks from walls and doors
• Clean any tv's, pc's playstations in the room
• 15 minutes filing!

Maxonian

Shattered, but kitchen done. I seem to have lost my seat to a cat. I can move her and risk her wrath or sit somewhere else. Somewhere else it is then.....I CBA to listen to the pitiful miaows.

Must try harder tomorrow.....

20somethinghousewife

Oooh thanks for all the company
During my hhc I...
Did a ton of washing up
Gave the kitchen cupboards a quick wipe
Put a load of washing away
Hung a freshly washed load on the drier
Poured myself a cold beer