Weekly Flylady Thread 21st October 2013

Honey_Bear

Bathroom and self sparkly
Breadmaker on
DW run
WM run and stuff pegged out.
Two stairs Carpetted - fab little gizmo.

Lodger 2 leaves tomorrow (a day early) and an immensely likeable regular is arriving 24 hours early, so that dovetails beautifully. The chalet occupants are proving a little tricky when it comes to paying up, although they have said they will drop in tomorrow morning with the full amount. I hope they do, otherwise it will be seriously irritating.

Lamewolf, sorry about the cancelled booking. If Flyladies put their 'Dogs for Wolves' vibes to the forefront of their minds, do you think it would work again? Or is that asking too much of the universe? *dog Wolf vibes*

Flyladies, your considered opinion on something would be appreciated. A new neighbour has lent me a novel which I wanted to read, which she had already bought and read. She is highly allergic to cats, and Devil Cat stalks us as well as Mrs Dog so I am therefore concerned that the book will be contaminated when I give it back. It's a hardback that cost £20, so I definitely don't want to have to buy a replacement. Does anyone know how to decontaminate anything from a pet-friendly household? (She knows about the cat, but I'd still like to return it in a condition that doesn't upset her system.)

lynsayjane

Productive lunch hour, butcher visited for beef, micro picked up from n3xt and AS bits dropped off.
Checked online and the @ldi is open till 9 so can get my bits returned when I come into the city tonight.
Best go amend my list while I remember.

MrsLW don't forget every cloud has a silver lining, maybe you can get a bit more of your waistcoat knitted while you have a break?

Hope you're all warm and dry, it's truly foul outside here.
LJ
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rebeccaharris31

lemanie wrote: »

I'm grateful to people, like the flyladies, who help me in my daily life without even realising it. Where something as simple as a list to complete can help to reduce stress and bring a sense of purpose to a day, or a friendly and encouraging word can mean more than the bestower would ever know.
So thanks everyone and take care.
Mel

I'll agree with that. I'm on my own, am unemployed and sometimes can go for days without seeing/speaking to anyone. Although I've never been officially diagnosed with depression, it would never surprise me to know that I have it. Joint 1sts on my Toots list are to get my flat and finances sorted and knowing that I can do so with encouragement from everyone on here means a lot.

Dustykitten

Afternoon all

Started on my wardrobe but then my sister came in and then my neighbour so 3 hours of chatting later I need to get back to work.

Honey I'd recommend hoovering the book (shut) and then if you can wipe the cove with a damp cloth. I think it is usually cat saliva on the hair which people reach to. I'm sure it will be fine. Maybe don't let the mog rub her face on the book which mine likes to do.

Hugs for all of you suffering with BDs and doggie visitor vibes for you LW

LameWolf

Honey_Bear wrote: »

Lamewolf, sorry about the cancelled booking. If Flyladies put their 'Dogs for Wolves' vibes to the forefront of their minds, do you think it would work again? Or is that asking too much of the universe? *dog Wolf vibes*

Flyladies, your considered opinion on something would be appreciated. A new neighbour has lent me a novel which I wanted to read, which she had already bought and read. She is highly allergic to cats, and Devil Cat stalks us as well as Mrs Dog so I am therefore concerned that the book will be contaminated when I give it back. It's a hardback that cost £20, so I definitely don't want to have to buy a replacement. Does anyone know how to decontaminate anything from a pet-friendly household? (She knows about the cat, but I'd still like to return it in a condition that doesn't upset her system.)

Re dog-sitting bookings: we can but hope.;)

Re the cat question - cat hair adversely affects me, to the extent that when we used to visit someone who had cats, we used to both have to throw all our clothes in the wash and have a bath, or I'd be sneezing and have streaming eyes for ages after; however, non-porous items that the lady in question gave us were fine - I'm talking about books, some kitchen stuff, dishes and such like, and some earrings she gave me. If your neighbour knows about the cat and is happy to lend you the book, I wouldn't worry too much - she must surely have considered this. Just my thoughts - if it was me, I'd loan you a book and not be concerned.

lynsayjane wrote: »

MrsLW don't forget every cloud has a silver lining, maybe you can get a bit more of your waistcoat knitted while you have a break?

Sadly it won't work like that - I'll still have more housework than I can readily cope with. Nice thought, though.:o

cyclingyorkie

hi folks! Have changed our bed, wrapped DD1's birthday presents for Sunday and decluttered the paid stuff for the last time until a week on Monday. Had the worst day at week known to man (or this dinnerlady at least). Nearly handed in my resignation on the way out. Thought better of it, I will not be hounded out of a job I love/am very good at by someone who doesn't know her a*** from her elbow!

Trying to decide when to go to mums. There is so much I need to do here - and half term is the time when I can book people to come without the hassle of having to take a day off! And I need to play 'furniture tetris' whilst DD2 is away at the b/f's.

So much to do - all I need to do is decide in which order I am doing it!

Off to put tea on...

mrs-moneypenny

sending dog visitor vibes for LW

if the neighbour was too worried she wouldnt have offereed to loan you the book, id accept the offer and not worry to much

hope all are well

LameWolf

I've just Dys0ned up an entire cylinder-full of yellow hair, courtesy of this lady.:D

MinnieMousesMummy

Well that's me now home from college so I guess I best make a start on the list and see what I can get done tonight.

Monday - Little bit of everything to start the week
Plan something for later in the week/next week
Meal plan for next month
Dust kitchen shelves and cupboard fronts
Do course work that is in for today
Do paid work that is in for today
Spend an hour looking for freelance work
Sort recipes for the rest of this month
Knit the leg, body and head of the soft toy that I am knitting
Phone the council regarding the discount that we are entitled to
Sort Avon paperwork and schedule round for the rest of this year, I need to try and get back to this after having baby

Tuesday
Clear and wipe the kitchen surfaces
Give the sink a good clean, descale drainer and taps, sloosh out your plug hole
Sort the baking cupboard - do you need anything for festive baking? Offers on now in some places
Wipe over the hob
Clean a window
Get out the WM/DW manual and see if there are any programs you don't use which use less electricity
Do course work that is in for today
Look for cheaper electricity provider
Catch up with the thread

Wednesday - Bathrooms, and Study
Clean toilets, including the outside and handle
Put away anything that is loitering in these areas
Give your desk a good wipe, including keyboard and mouse - dare you take all the keys off and wash them in a bowl of water - take a photo first so you know where they go!
Wipe the window sills
Clean towels, bathmats, flannels etc
Mid week me time - knitter get knitting, sewers get sewing and bakers get baking.
Do course work that is in for today
Spend an hour looking for freelance work
Catch up with thread
Read some of book

Thursday
Do paid work that is is in for today
Look for a cheaper broadband provider
Test the smoke alarms
Do course work that is in for today
Spend an hour looking for freelance work
Tidy the kitchen
Catch up with the thread
Look for cheaper phone provider
Tidy the coffee table/desk/bookshelves - declutter as you go
Dust round the house
Dust the electricals
Eat a frog or at least chew one
Catch up with your filing/bill paying/deleting emails
Can you remember where you have stashed the bargain Christmas Cards and wrapping - check how much you have before you even think about buying anymore!
Polish something, brass, silver, furniture
Catch up with some mending

Friday
Sort through emails and deal with anything urgent
Do course work that is in for today
Catch up with the thread
Update the challenge thread that I am doing
Speak to the doc regarding flu jag for dd
Spend an hour looking for freelance work
Do some work on Nectar adpoints
Do paid work that is in for today
Check banking and move money around
Make shopping list and do online shop
Clear the dining table, as its currently hidden under a mountain of paperwork
Check postcode lottery & birthday bingo
Sort tester paperwork
Tidy the corner in the living room
Tidy the kitchen

Kaz2904

I have done nothing today apart from go to bed for the day. I'm working tonight and felt really in need of the sleep . I can't do anything in any of the bedrooms as they're all upside down but they'll be sorted by Monday after DD's room has been decorated.