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Weekly Flylady Thread 22nd August 2011

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  • pigpen
    pigpen Posts: 41,152 Forumite
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    Everydailies for Saturday

    WM x2
    TD
    Laundry out, folded and away.
    DW
    Finish 2nd curtain for DD2
    rehang DD2s blind
    List 10 things on ebay

    Other stuff :s

    Hang cupboard door in girls room and glitter it
    5 binbags flung to CS..
    Measure gap for desk for boys room.. source said desk
    Draught tape doors and windows... and cat flap lol
    Sort girls clothes again.. done tiddles drawers
    Price up new pillows for the 7 childrens beds and duvets for the 3 girls
    Sort fabric stash under the stairs.
    Update Toots list
    Wire brush flaky paint off front door
    Mince bush
    pick weeds out of patio again
    repoint patio
    Sock basket of brotherless socks

    Monday ~ Kitchen and dining area
    Level One
    Declutter and wipe worksurfaces.. still working on worksurface #3
    Level Three
    Wipe units, kickboards and appliances
    Clean the hob.. I cant do the oven :D.. though I might see if I can get a quote to have it done..
    Give the small appliances a wipe over and replace
    Extras
    1. Wipe the insides of the unit doors
    2. Clean a small appliance..
    3. Scrub out one cupboard
    4. Clean all the filters and door seals
    Tuesday ~ Living room, Hall and Stairs
    Level Two
    declutter and dust the mantle

    Wednesday ~ Master Bedroom & landing
    Level One
    Declutter the floor!
    Level Two
    Vacuum the floor..
    Dust and deweb..

    Thursday ~ Barfroom, loo and study!
    Level One
    declutter the floors
    defrag pc!
    Level Two
    Vacuum/mop floors
    Level Three
    Wash down the paintwork and any marks on walls
    Tidy a shelf or cupboard

    Friday ~ Childrens pits, Spare or neglected rooms
    Level One
    declutter and vacuum the floor!
    Level Two
    Sort through one cupboard
    Level Three
    Dust and deweb neglected areas
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  • Good afternoon :)

    I have been to art this morning (first time in a month) and I even did a little bit of painting!
    Back home now. had lunch, DH is mowing & need to do something! i need to go to town to post a parcel & a letter, and drop a form into the bank (maybe pay some art money in aswell, while i am there) i also need to get DS some trainers 7 a PE bag, but i will do that at Sports direct (not intown) as it is cheaper :)
    DD2 surfaced at gone 12.30!! Apparently she had a bit of a tummy ache in the night, and ended up curling up on the bathroom floor for a while. It has solved the mystery of the 'nest' we found this morning :D We thought the cat had pulled down all the towels!!

    Ok, i am putting some washing on now & then heading to town. DH wants us ALL to take the dog out (inc MIL), so he needs my car for that (dog not allowed in his car!)
  • hex2
    hex2 Posts: 4,736 Forumite
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    Valli wrote: »
    gosh it's quiet here

    It isn't here though - the traumatic sounds of many dust bunnies screaming in protest as they are dragged out into the sunshine :rotfl:
    'If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need' Marcus Tullius Cicero
  • lil_me
    lil_me Posts: 13,186 Forumite
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    Hex that so made me laugh, love the dust bunnies term. Nothing quite matches the sound of a screaming bunny!

    My bed stripped and in the washer, I'm now thinking the White sheets aren't such a good idea, my DP is a mucky pup (can't be from me :o ) there is specks of what looks like chocolate on the duvet cover. Might have to invest in light brown linen if this doesnt come clean or I damage it as I've put it on a hot wash then remembered it has a delicate fabric black piece on it, oops! Wonder if I have some colour rescue sheets with me...

    2 cupboards emptied so far, gibble binned, books/magazines donated and some items packed ....time for the next lot
    One day I might be more organised...........:confused:
    GC: £200
    Slinkies target 2018 - another 70lb off (half way to what the NHS says) so far 25lb
  • Hi ladies - we've had a fun day with our doggy visitor, who is currently being walked excitedly by DS (and a not so excited DH - :rotfl:).

    Just clearing up from a late lunch, and then a HHI or 2, hopefully I can find some inspiration on i-player.

    Then once visitor goes home I'm waging war on dustbunnies, we have one room that grows them, and they're beginning to take over. Line has been drawn in the dust...:rotfl:

    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.
  • mummyyof5
    mummyyof5 Posts: 1,839 Forumite
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    Welcome home Toots I see Hex has beaten me with the info about Lady-Liberty thankfully....as that is more up to date than I could have provided xx

    Kitchen is very clean and tidy :A:A

    LR looks like a bomb has been thrown at it so thats next on the list.

    Just been trying to help LO to write his name....dont think I am cut out to be a teacher lol....he cannot write small....although his letters are distinguishable...he is 4 and starts school in a fortnight...he can count well and knows colours and shapes...he is a whizz on the computer so hope the writing will come too....

    OH away in Croatia next week ...for 10 days he leaves on Tuesday morning...only have 1 day at Toddlers so will try tyo do some decluttering then...what the eye doesnt see and all that !!..Do need to take DS1 to College next Friday to sign on for his second year :j:j...he was so pleased to get in x

    Love to all especially Toots Lamewolf and Lady Liberty xxxxx
    Feeding 6 Adults 1 Teen a 8 year old with hollow legs and a very fussy 5 year old. Also 3 cats and 3 fishies
    To include all Food,Toiletries and Petfood.
  • dancemum
    dancemum Posts: 2,562 Forumite
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    Popping by,

    Have been distraction cleaning today as I'm meant to be packing for holidays. Everyones clothes clean and ironed. A couple of things not quite dry.

    Just found Ds1 hoody he wants to take has marks on it. WM is on again.

    To do
    Mr A delivering 4-6pm
    Packing for Ds2 tonight
    Wrapping anniversary presents to take with us.
    Start packing medicine bag
    Try on swimsuit

    Sunday to doeys
    Take kitty to cato'tel
    Pack DS2
    Pack DH
    Pack me (last as always)
    Pack food
    DS2 to pack toys
    pack paperwork
  • decogecko
    decogecko Posts: 763 Forumite
    Hi all

    Almost feel human again, energy levels on the up :T

    Monday ~ Kitchen and dining area
    Level One
    [STRIKE]
    Declutter and wipe worksurfaces
    [/STRIKE]
    Sweep and mop the floor
    Level Two
    Scrub the sink clean and polish up those tiled areas.. clean the gunky grout
    degunge the fridge
    Wipe the table, replace cloth if needed
    Level Three
    Wipe units, kickboards and appliances
    Clean the oven and hob
    Give the small appliances a wipe over and replace in their comfy homes



    Extras
    1. Wipe the insides of the unit doors
    2. Clean a small appliance.. defuzz the kettle, decrumb the toaster etc
    3. Scrub out one cupboard
    4. Clean all the filters and door seals
    Tuesday ~ Living room, Hall and Stairs
    Level One
    [STRIKE]
    Declutter the floors
    Vacuum said decluttered floors!
    [/STRIKE]
    Level Two
    [STRIKE]
    declutter and dust the mantle putting back only what should be there
    [/STRIKE]
    Wipe the sofas if needed
    Wipe and water plants, dust and deweb
    Level Three
    Wash any soft furnishings that are in need
    Clear and wipe window sills, and any electricals and picture frames etc
    Empty and clear out a cupboard..


    Extras
    1. HHI
    2. binbag dance
    3. Wipe the paintwork and bannisters
    4. Wash any windows that have been neglected
    Wednesday ~ Master Bedroom & landing
    Level One
    Declutter the floor!
    [STRIKE]
    Strip and wash the bedding.. remake the bed BEFORE bedtime!
    [/STRIKE]
    Level Two
    Vacuum the floor.. [STRIKE]and mattress if it hasn't been done in a while[/STRIKE]!
    [STRIKE]Dust and deweb.. don't forget the bed frame and light fittings[/STRIKE]!
    Sort through a cupboard.. make it all neat and tidy, tidy and neat
    Level Three
    Polish and glass or mirrors
    Wash the curtains/duvet cover if needed
    Sort a box of gibble from the landing


    Extras
    1. [STRIKE]
    2. Fling the dirty laundry to the basket!
    3. [/STRIKE]Wash the windows
    4. Wipe the paintwork
    5. Check those smoke alarms are all working as they should be! .. press the button do not set your house alight!!
    Thursday ~ Barfroom, loo and study!
    Level One
    Remove laundry to the basket and declutter the floors
    Dust and declutter the desk.. defrag pc!
    Level Two
    Vacuum/mop floors
    [STRIKE]
    Scrub the bath, loo, shower, tiles and hand basins.. shine those taps!
    [/STRIKE]
    15 minute filing and shredding.
    [STRIKE]
    Dust and deweb and was any soft furnishings, shower curtains, bathmats etc that are in need
    [/STRIKE]
    Level Three
    [STRIKE]
    Wash down the paintwork and any marks on walls
    [/STRIKE]
    Tidy a shelf or cupboard
    Empty and wash out any bins

    Extras
    1. Clean any windows that are in need
    2. Wipe over any chairs, tables or sofas in these rooms (quite why you'd have a sofa in your bathroom I don't know :p)
    3. Drag out the pc desk and clean under and behind it
    4. Wipe down any radiators and fires.
    Friday ~ Childrens pits, Spare or neglected rooms
    Level One
    declutter and vacuum the floor!
    Change neglected bedding and replace with clean
    Level Two
    Sort through one cupboard that is crying out for attention
    Catch up on phone calls
    Wash any curtain or nets about the house that are needing it
    Level Three
    Sort through a box of toys.. if you are lucky enough to be toyless sort a box of other junk, gibble or mess
    Dust and deweb neglected areas
    Fill a binbag for charity shop or the bin or to donate to a friend.

    Extras
    1. HHI
    2. Tell someone you wouldn't normally that you love them.. life is too short not to let them know!
    3. Spend half an hour on YOURSELF!!! not the cat or a child or anyone else.. just you!
    4. Wash any sticky grotty windows!
    So my frogs for this week that I MUST eat this week:

    Sand and gloss the woodwork in the kitchen
    [STRIKE]Choose and buy the paint for kitchen:T
    [/STRIKE]
    Wash the walls down and make sure all traces of wallpaper removed
    Remove the plant growing up the wall of the house
    [STRIKE]Clear the cupboard in preparation for BG changing the meters :T

    [/STRIKE]
    Weekly frog

    [STRIKE]The ironing!! :beer:

    [/STRIKE]
    Dailies

    [STRIKE]Hoover lounge and hallway (except for tues & thurs as I don't get back until late from my evening job)
    [/STRIKE]Clean cat litter tray
    [STRIKE]Brush one of cats (semi long haired)[/STRIKE]
    Water plants in garden (unless it rains)
  • Dustykitten
    Dustykitten Posts: 16,507 Forumite
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    dancemum wrote: »
    Popping by,

    Have been distraction cleaning today as I'm meant to be packing for holidays. Everyones clothes clean and ironed. A couple of things not quite dry.

    Just found Ds1 hoody he wants to take has marks on it. WM is on again.

    To do
    Mr A delivering 4-6pm
    Packing for Ds2 tonight
    Wrapping anniversary presents to take with us.
    Start packing medicine bag
    Try on swimsuit

    Sunday to doeys
    Take kitty to cato'tel
    Pack DS2
    Pack DH
    Pack me (last as always)
    Pack food
    DS2 to pack toys
    pack paperwork


    Sounds just like me! Still got clothes drying, ironing to do, clothes to pack, buckets to find but I have packed all the dried food, nearly finished making the other food to take and done the beach towels and most of the toiletries. Are you off to Wales too?
    The birds of sadness may fly overhead but don't let them nest in your hair
  • wendywitch
    wendywitch Posts: 1,304 Forumite
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    Didn't get much done yesterday except spend too much money :eek::o
    I now have all school stuff, big food/household shop and a couple of Christmas presents plus some extra bits for DD2's birthday which is on the 3rd.

    If it's deleted it's done

    Monday ~ Kitchen and dining area
    Level one
    mop the floor
    Level Two
    Scrub the sink clean and polish up those tiled areas.. clean the gunky grout
    Level Three
    Extras
    Clean all the filters and door seals
    Sorted cupboard under stairs
    Sorted medicine cupboard
    1 x DW
    2 x WM have to put dressing gown back in as it smells of cheese!
    3rd load just gone in
    ½ on airer ½ in TD as it started to rain
    Tuesday ~ Living room, Hall and Stairs
    Level One

    Declutter the floors
    Vacuum said decluttered floors!
    Level Two
    Wipe the sofas if needed
    Level Three
    Extras
    binbag dance
    Wipe the paintwork and bannisters
    Filing and shredding
    Letters sent
    Phoned csa
    Wednesday ~ Master Bedroom & landing
    Level One

    Level Two

    Level Three
    Polish and glass or mirrors
    [STRIKE]Sort a box of gibble from the landing[/STRIKE] NOT ON LANDING BUT STILL DONE
    Extras
    Wash the windows
    Wipe the paintwork
    Thursday ~ Barfroom, loo and study!
    Level One

    [STRIKE]Remove laundry to the basket[/STRIKE] and declutter the floors
    Level Two
    Vacuum/mop floors
    Scrub the bath, loo, shower, tiles and hand basins.. shine those taps!
    Dust and deweb
    Level Three

    Wash down the paintwork and any marks on walls
    Empty and wash out any bins
    Extras
    Clean any windows that are in need
    Wipe down any radiators and fires.
    Friday ~ Childrens pits, Spare or neglected rooms
    Level One
    declutter and vacuum the floor!
    Level Two
    Level Three
    Sort through a box of toys.. if you are lucky enough to be toyless sort a box of other junk, gibble or mess
    Dust and deweb neglected areas
    Extras
    Tell someone you wouldn't normally that you love them.. life is too short not to let them know!
    Spend half an hour on YOURSELF!!! not the cat or a child or anyone else.. just you!
    Wash any sticky grotty windows!
    Finish school shopping
    Put away Tesco shop
    1 x DW
    2 x WM

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