Weekly Flylady Thread 15th August 2011

LameWolf

Hello all.

Ah, I see we have today's and tomorrow's lists, as normal; I'll post'n'delete for ease of use, then, as a fair bit is not applicable.;)
Thursday ~ Master Bedroom & Landing
Level 1
Declutter the floor Not cluttered to start with!
Remove and wash bed linen. replace before bedtime!!!Done Saturday as always
Level 2
Dust surfaces & make sure no cobwebs..
Wash windows and nets/curtains
Vacuum and turn mattress before replacing fresh linen Done Saturday as always
15 minutes floordrobe clearance No floordrobe here!
Level 3
Vacuum floors in bedroom and on landing Done by Mr LW
Sort one area of clothes or linen storage making sure only what should be in there is, anything that's had it's day or doesn't belong there is removed All been done recently, so not needed
Sort through a box or bag of stuff you've not looked at in months..N/A – the only one was done a couple of weeks back
Extras

1. Binbag dance! N/A – it's on Friday's list, so I'll just do one, throughout the whole bungalow.
2. Wipe grotty paintwork.. touch up any bits that are looking shabby
3. Make a start on that list of stuff you need to do to winter-proof your home!.. Cutting bills and keeping out the cold! Dont forget the car list! N/A – we do all this sort of stuff year-round!
4. Make sure you are well on your way to having the new school wardrobe kitted out.. what else needs buying? labelling? N/A

Friday - childrens rooms and spare room
Level One
Clear the floor!!! N/A – all as clear as possible; stores all tidy and in crates;Teds stuff all tidy on the trolley
vacuum the floor Done by Mr LW
Make half an hour to do something for yourself!
Level Two
Strip the bedding get it washed and remake the bed N/A
Wash windows
Binbag dance (doesn't have to be in one room it can be from all over the house!)
Level Three
tidy the cupboards /drawers of clothes All tidy
Sort through a box of toys/gibble N/A
Wipe grotty marks from the walls and paintwork
Extras

1. Clean out any pongy pets Ted is scheduled for his twice-weekly bath tonight!
2. dust the light fittings/curtain poles etc
3. HHI N/A – none to do
4. HHC in a room that needs lots of attention!! N/A – whole bungalow already covered

Aj before I forget to say it, best of luck with your move; I hope it all goes well, and wish you and your DH much happiness in your new home.:beer:
We have to go and see Mr LW's friend T and his wife M this evening - I don't think we've seen them for about 5 years! We've a codicil to our wills that needs to be witnessed by 2 people, and Mr LW suggested T & M as likely candidates, and they've agreed to help. Naturally, I'm very nervous *rolleyes* so coping vibes would be greatly appreciated.:o

MrsChaos

Just looked at the weather forecast - rain later, so I will wash stuff ready for pegging out tomorrow.

LW - sending you coping vibes and a few spare spoons.

DS2 is about to declutter an upper front tooth. It's really bothering him now, so I hope it will go soon. He's turning down all food (even porridge). Best make sure the toothfairy has a pound coin ready.

Had lunch and will start again after a quick cuppa.

ajmoney

STRESS :mad: Just has the house-build company on the phone to say they don't have the signed missives yet, hoping the solicitor can give me a suitable answer when they call back.

As well as the stuff below I have cleaned the hob and filters for the cooker hood. Not sure what to do next, might vac the sofa but need to make sure I can hear the phone when it rings.

MY LIST
Keep changing surname/address
Contact companies about move

KITCHEN
Finish packing
[STRIKE]Wipe inside & outside of empty cupboards/drawers[/STRIKE] All outsides wiped and the insides that are free

BACK BEDROOM
Finish packing I have piled stuff that still needs to be packed and can't go into boxes on the bed, if we want to sleep tonight we will have to sort it

OUTDOORS
[STRIKE]Sweep patio[/STRIKE] It is raining now so won't be doing it

[STRIKE]Fill out form for move out day[/STRIKE] Have filled out what I can, just need to put meter readings on and date the form.

paulies_nixie

Thursday ~ Master Bedroom & Landing
Level 1
Declutter the floor
Remove and wash bed linen. replace before bedtime!!!
Level 2
Dust surfaces & make sure no cobwebs..
Wash windows and nets/curtains
Vacuum and turn mattress before replacing fresh linen
15 minutes floordrobe clearance
Level 3
Vacuum floors in bedroom and on landing
Sort one area of clothes or linen storage making sure only what should be in there is, anything that's had it's day or doesn't belong there is removed
Sort through a box or bag of stuff you've not looked at in months..
Extras

1. Binbag dance!
2. Wipe grotty paintwork.. touch up any bits that are looking shabby
3. Make a start on that list of stuff you need to do to winter-proof your home!.. Cutting bills and keeping out the cold! Dont forget the car list!
4. Make sure you are well on your way to having the new school wardrobe kitted out.. what else needs buying? labelling?

Boooooo I've done nearly every other room. MiL and SiL with kids came round at lunch time. I'd had a bit of warning so removed all dog fluff. Of course the kids love the fluffybutts so it looks like I've not hoovered *sigh* or dusted or cleaned in anyway at all.
Ahh well, kitchen, lounge, bathroom and stairs all look good for now. So I guess I'll be getting on with the bedroom then - at least the linen doesn't get changed till the weekend Mind you I'm feeling a bit ropey so it might just be a bedroom day tomorrow

gillypkk

well done no flying today at all except 2 loads of dishes and made tea! DS2 had nursery today and DS1 had school then i took DS2 to get weighed then went back to get DS1 from school so havent stopped today really.

just off to get the tatties on for tea then ill get the bathroom cleaned while the kids get cleaned in the tub. mine and kids bedrooms were done monday so all i need to do is quick hoover again and wash the bathroom floor.

Dawning

Feel like my whole life is a mess - I look a mess, the house is a mess, money is a mess. I feel overwhelmed by everything.
I've been going in circles concentrating on the wrong things.
I was talking to my lovely neighbour, who is older and wiser, and she said to me that through the years she's learned that when her house is kept looking reasonable - not perfect - and not all cluttered, and she has sensible routines going, her life always starts to get sorted out better. In other words, house first, then the other areas are easier to improve. Makes sense to me so here I am.:A

I'm going to be busier starting in September when I will be working part time and studying. At the mo, I can't even cope with working, never mind adding in study too. I am a person who seems to get less done when I have more spare time. A decade ago I was working full time, left the house at 6.30am, got home at 7.30pm, managed to cook decent meals, keep the house looking ok (not great, but it was ok), keep a husband happy, manage my finances, see my friends and family, and have time for hobbies.
Now I'm divorced, only me to look after at home, only my mess to clear up, work part time, have LOADS of spare time but always feel busy and harassed. Never go out, spend too much, and basically get sweet FA done! :mad:

Right, now that I've got that off my chest, :rotfl::rotfl: I need to start to declutter and keep on top of the basics.


Tasks for the rest of today

Make a start on sorting that huge pile of papers in my home office (I work from my home.). Have a bag for stuff to be recycled, and another for stuff to shred. Use bags while sorting.

Before bed tonight, give the kitchen a quick going over. Tidy up, clean worktops down, sweep floor. Switch on dishwasher if necessary.

ajmoney

I haven't done anything since earlier. My friend came to collect his carpet cleaner and now I am just waiting for DH to come home. Solicitor stuff is sorted and I am looking forward to the phone call tomorrow telling me the money has gone through and we can get the keys. When we moved in here the phone call came mid-morning and a lot earlier than we expected. It would be nice if we can get the keys at our handover which is at 11am but we will have to see. Hoping DH will sort through the rest of the stuff that can be packed this evening as I need to chill out before work now...roll on the end of the Tattoo.

pigpen

Ive done some ebay pics... and knitted..

Dustykitten

Been beavering away in the kitchen all day cleaning out the cupboards. Just having a little break and then back to it - over half way which is great news. Sorted out all the OOD medications to declutter and am checking the store cupboard supplies. Preparing for Autumn/winter as it is raining so much, I need the lights on and a long sleeved top - come back summer I'm not done with you get.

gillypkk

welcome Dawning!!

your neighbour is right - everything is so much better when your house is tidier! you can relax more too coz you are not looking at a mess.