Weekly Flylady Thread 1st October 2007

Dustykitten

Slow going here as feeling yukky still.

Phoned mum to catch up
Stripped bed, hoovered it and wiped all the under neath bars with a damp cloth
Put clean mattress protector on.
Hoovered all of upstairs ect DS2 and 3 rooms
Bedding and towels on line
Friend been for a cuppa

Painting I am putting off until tomorrow - just don't feel like doing it.
Going to wetwipe round upstairs and do a couple of windows then I think I'll sit down for an hour and sort a pil of mags out before the school run

lbt_2

Pollybear wrote: »

Got back control of my computer! DD's sorted out her MP3 player and it only went horribly wrong once and we managed to get it back

The washing is drying really well, glad I did all those towels on a hot wash now because the machine smells lovely and fresh (I put in some soda crystals and vinegar while they were doing to flush all the pipes through).

Lunch cooking now (pasta bol).

Hi Polly

How much soda crystals and vinegar did you use? Is there a guide somewhere on similar ideas for cleaning the dishwasher, washing machine, sinks etc?

Thanks

pigpen

Pollybear wrote: »

That's just teasing your stomach Pigpen!

Don't I know it!!

I'm starting to feel like a chef.. all I seem to do is bake and cook!!! LOL.. Saves me making mess though!!

NEED to get the loo cleaned as well.. I'll do that when I take tiddles up.. she is playing really nicely so I'm leaving her for a bit.. she is at afternoon nursery after christmas and still spends all day asleep!!!

Pollybear

lbt -I just poured about a handful of soda into the washing powder bit and a good glug of vinegar into the conditioner bit. I'll see if I can find you a thread about it.


Post 3 on this thread has some links :

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=561485&highlight=soda+crystals

lbt_2

Thanks Polly. When I had my old machine repaired, I asked the engineer about it because it really used to smell - even though I am quite good about cleaning my filter. The engineer suggested putting some Zoflora (concentrated disinfectant) in on an empty hot wash. It does work and leaves the machine smelling really nice for a few washes, but I am not sure quite how well it cleans the pipes and it works out quite expensive as I have been using it in the dishwasher too.

Perhaps I could try some soda crystals, white vinegar and some Zoflora.... hmm, maybe not, I might end up with a science experiment in my washing machine :eek:

nicki_2

Lunch time, quickly before I go for my bath

Have been really busy in the garden and filled 3 binbags full :eek: It looks great now even if I do say so myself.:D I'm just wondering whether OH will notice that I've moved the clematis :rotfl:

• [strike]Remove excess canes & ties etc[/strike]
• [strike]Clear empty pots (there were seeds planted in them but they haven't grown :mad: )[/strike]
• [strike]Plant out currently potted plants into flowerbeds[/strike]
• [strike]Clear all pots & containers[/strike]
• [strike]Clear rubbish[/strike]
• [strike]Plant Clematis into a flowerbed :think:[/strike]
• [strike]Repot strawberry plants from hanging basket in former clematis pot -[/strike] Decided to leave this for now as I'm worried about frost getting them if they're in a pot.
• [strike]Tidy everything up and away off the floor or under the table ready for winter.[/strike]
• [strike]Sweep & swill paving.[/strike] - Decided not to swill as I've still got washing out
• [strike]Defrost with hot lunch - toastie I think[/strike] No need to as it's lovely an warm out there :rotfl: So fruit, a sandwich and a coffee
• Collapse - next on my list but into a warm bubble bath :D I stink! :eek::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

I've just put the flannels, cleaning cloths & hooverbag in the machine on a quick wash to remove the products on them, and also I don't like washing the hooverbag on a "proper" wash as you're supposed to replace it not wash it even thought it fabric :rolleyes: Will put towels (with flannels & cloths) on to wash when I get out the bath. Need to wash my hair as well so I'm going up as soon as I've finished my coffee.

Will check back in later :wave:

scaredy_cat_2

ok ....

pollybear - thanks for that had been wondering too

pigpen - i am happy for room change but equally happy to stay as put just grateful someone is organising my life for me - it might mean i do the bathrooms with a bit more enthusiasm!

tinselfairy - that sounds great - i had been wondering (was around after someone built your hopes up las ttime) but didn't want to ask - not sure if you remembered me! really pleased for you

that's about all i can remember - well have had a good dejunk on upstairs toys and now about to start on downstairs cupboard - there might be an avalanche when i open the door so if i'm not back by tonight will someone please organise a search and rescue op!

pigpen - after your posts yesterday about you not being tidy - which i was so pleased to here thought you had gone all anthea! BUT now you are a domestic goddess - its not on you know!

right am fed right up as after dd1 been to loo it is totally blocked - water to rim despite the fact that i have had my arm in it aaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh and now i have bl**dy british gas service automated service its enough to tip you over the edge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

torianut

New List:
Clean TV, other electricals and cabinets
Wipe sofa's down.
Level 3
Vacuum floors in bedroom and on landing
Clean windows in these rooms
defragment the pc while doing this (programs.. accessories..system tools.. defragment!.).. if you do the disc cleanup as well it clear all the cookies and temporary files too
Clean/wash the brushes/dust box/filters on the vacuum cleaner!!!! .. make sure they are completely dry before using it though.. I don’t want anyone electrocuted!!
Friday - those frightening Friday kids rooms and spare rooms

Level One
Vacuum the floor, even if it's just where you can see
Sort through a cupboard/chest of drawers and get the clothes out which are no longer wearable, too small or out of season!
30 minutes ironing
Get those uniforms, games kits, coats and things in the wash which you will need on Monday
Deep Clean Challenge (I left this the same as last week for those with more than 1 childrens room.. but feel free to do your own room .)
Pull out the beds, furniture and clean all behind them.. the skirtings and light fittings and everything.. get rid of all the things that are no longer required!

Really flown through the list today WM x3 done and some on line - some already dry!
Got to hoover when OH home from work and iron when LO in bed.
No Michelle or Tracy this week? - hope you are both ok - I miss the comparisons with our LO's - makes me feel better knowing Im not the only one with a little monkey!!
Pigpen - how do you find time to do all that you do??
Tinsel - thats good news
Have a nice day everyone xx

pigpen

Well.. here's my updated/editted/add to list..It is looking well.. like I have actually done something.. when really I haven't! ..I love it!

Fridays list..

[strike]WM[/strike]
[strike]TD[/strike]
[strike]DW[/strike]
[strike]BM[/strike]
[strike]hang out, fold[/strike] and put away clean laundry
[strike]Pay off old bank loan[/strike] owed £5500.. paid.. £3700!!!!!!!
[strike]Tesco order[/strike]
[strike]Pickle cabbage and onions and make piccalilli[/strike]
[STRIKE]Another carrot cake attempt!![/STRIKE] *sigh*

Manic Monday - Kitchen and Dining Room
Level One
[strike]Clean floors[/strike]

Tuesday Living Room, Hall and Stairs
Level 1
Vacuum floors and sofas
Level 2
[strike]Water any thirsty plants, wipe their poor neglected leaves!![/strike]

Extra Mission:

• Vacuum under furniture you can manage to move without hurting yourself
• Clean a window or two.

Deep Clean Challenge
Clean skirtings even the ones behind furniture. Wipe sofa's down. Clear as may hotspots as you can

Thursday Bathroom and Study/Pc Area
Level Two
[strike]Clean baths, toilets and sinks[/strike]
Clear any clutter from desk
Extra mission:

• [strike]grab a binbag and fill it with stuff to leave the house.. rubbish or charity shop or to donate to a friend! [/strike][strike]
  
• clean the radiators in these rooms[/strike]

Deep Clean Challenge
[strike]Pull out the pc and desk and clear under and behind it
[/strike]clean windows, hang up clean nets and draught-proof curtains and any table cloths/throws or other dust and grot gathering bits of fabric!
[strike]Wipe sticky and dirty marks off the walls and doors.[/strike]

Friday - those frightening Friday kids rooms and spare rooms
Level One
Vacuum the floor,
Level Two
Clear away junk
Level Three
Sort through a cupboard/chest of drawers
Extra task list

• [strike]Wash a set of curtains, nets, duvet or throw [/strike]
• Time for the Friday Flylady Fling, in the toy box!!!! aim for 27.. if no toy box you’ll have to choose another area!
• 30 minutes ironing

tiamai_d

Room... Re-shuffle?

You mean, mess with the arrangement where I only have to work hard Monday and Tuesday as nobody goes upstairs and I get the rest of the week off?!

Thats a good idea! LOL!

Kids rooms should be done maybe on a Mon or Tues, big clean up after the weekend? That way can get the kids to keep them tidy during the week? well... maybe not..

My living room has to be done by Thursday though as the sofa man is coming to get rid of that nail varnish and pen.

I need to get moving and get stuff done, but got to collect DS1 in 20mins, so is there any point? Maybe I can talk him into playing in the room with Snotbags and I can do downstairs, then do their room later on. Its not bad, honest, a quick 15mins and it will be done!