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Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Sunday, September 18, 2005 - 11:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
As I find recipes in magazines, in the mailings Leeann sends out, favorite ones in cook books, ones handed down or over in the family, I enter them into MasterCook. I've been able to get rid of three cookbooks so far, and lots of pieces of scrap paper.

As a side note, my little guy (the one who takes out my trash, and for whom I bought school supplies), just brought me over a thank-you present.

I am NOT decluttering it. It definitely makes me smile. (Especially since it was wrapped in the store's tissue paper so I know he actually spent money on it. I hated thinking he might have taken it, because he isn't that type of a boy, but I also know that kids can do some really silly things.)
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Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Sunday, September 18, 2005 - 12:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
BTW, We have working toilets.

I found out on Saturday that the PITA girl who "took" the work order on Wednesday never gave it to maintenance.

On Friday, since we were still struggling, I called the Clark County Health District Division of Environmental Health to file a complaint. I talked to the CCHD woman who told me that she was told by the PITA girl that we had no problems, and had no idea why we were still complaining. I told the CCHD woman that we were still complaining because nothing had been fixed and she had been lied to.

On Saturday, I went to the office to use the bathrooms there (I had to go to the supermarket at 3:30AM to use the bathroom earlier that morning). After I finished, I went into the office area to find my favorite employee. I asked her about it, and she had me file another work order, which she immediately called in, while reminding me that on the weekends on AC and Heat are fixed.

I was amiable about it, I mean, hey it had already been 4 days, and at least now I knew the order was submitted.

I faxed over a letter to the community manager detailing our problems and why we had called the CCHD. While I knew she wouldn't be in until Monday, I figured we now at least had something in writing.

Surprisingly, Frank the Maintenance Man called as he had read the fax and said he had arranged for a plumber to meet with him and to NEVER give work orders to the PITA girl since she will not submit them for anyone she doesn't like. We are to instead call the Emergency 800 number and ask that a message be given to Frank.

As of 8:30 last night, we have working toilets and he will be back on Monday to fix the water pressure in the sink and to replace the toilet seat the last guys broke while they were snaking the toilet.

Indoor plumbing...it's a good thing.
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Pamy
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01-02-2002

Sunday, September 18, 2005 - 12:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Pamy a private message Print Post    
LK,,was provigil the med that you said helped you?? The doc gave me a trial RX but I am not really seeing any difference

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Sunday, September 18, 2005 - 1:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
Pamy: Provigil helped me, but not until I had it in my system for about 5 days. Once it is in, then you can skip days, but you need to have that base.

Altho, to be honest, I'm using a vitamin cocktail of B12 (250mcg), B6 (100mg), Chromium Picolinate (800mcg), and CO Q-10 (75mg) that seems to work as well as the Provigil and is helping me not be as hungry. (I technically should not be using the CO Q-10, but I decided I knew my body better than the directions.)

HTH, myicon

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Friday, September 23, 2005 - 10:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
Okay, with this week so haywire and so up and down, my routines are totally screwed up. I really have to start pulling things together more.

So, starting tomorrow, I am returning to a schedule. The apartment is beyond Zone work at this point, so, instead, I will be decluttering in the appropriate Zone. If I can pull out items to pack, great. If not, well, okay, I can at least, maybe, somehow mark it for keeping or discarding.

For example, in the kitchen, I can pull out the cast iron pots/pans that I didn't want to get rid of, wash it really well, and then re-season it. It can then go out to the van for camping.

I'm going to start tackling my craft area. I'll be actually dividing things into their containers and/or baskets, and then packing the contents into labeled moving boxes (and inputing them into the Insurance database--for moving, I created the rooms as boxes with numbers 1-10; after moving, I can add the real rooms, and quickly place the items correctly). Then, once we are moved and the shelves are up in the closet of my craft room, I will be able to quickly unpack items and then start crafting. I also have some projects I want to finish up and send out.

Part of the problem, of course, is that while some things can be boxed and taped, most of the things we are taking can't be boxed/taped/labeled until we move to Nina & Paul's, or until we move to Michigan.

I also need to really start pushing my weight loss. Not for the doctor, but for me. So, tomorrow, I start with that as well. I am going to start with drinking water again, and dropping chocolate out of my life. Those two changes will be major steps--and will likely take care of the bulk of my weight. I am also going to start walking more. I have a pedometer, and it is time to give my vitamin metabolism cocktail a chance to work. Initially, I am actually going to go into fast loss mode--i.e., eating 1200 calories, exercising daily as the fibro allows--and getting down to at least 160. I want to be healthier than I am now, but, more importantly, I want to get a eGo Cycle and the lighter you are, the further you go. I figure that I have 9 months before moving, and there is no reason I can't weight 90 pounds less. I am going to go through my clothes, and keep those that fit me now, but any that are too big or way too small, are gone.

The body clutter right now is almost more important to me than the apartment clutter. I can do this, and I will do this.

So, tomorrow will be a day of starting the water and stopping the chocolate. I will also be looking at my Routine Schedule and getting things under control with that. I am planning on doing a lot more 15 minute sessions. I have a control journal to finish, a house to declutter, a fanzine to work on for each month, and, above all a husband to keep happy and healthy.

I've decided I'm sticking with FlyLady's laundry plan, and, as I lose the weight, I want to pick up a pair of inexpensive pants that fit. (My tops won't change that much, and I can wear them large.) I will work on gathering a wardrobe in my desired colors as I get settled into my finalized size.

So, tomorrow is the first day of the rest of my life. I have a lot to declutter--in body, mind, soul, and house. I could really use support. Is there anyone out there willing to be a more in-touch cyber-buddy beyond this board? Without support, I fear I might crash and burn--and that won't do.
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Whoami
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08-03-2001

Sunday, September 25, 2005 - 3:18 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Whoami a private message Print Post    
Laurie. PM or e-mail me, and lets try to stay in touch. I'll tell you what I think my weaknesses might be as a cyber-buddy, and you can let me know if I could do you any good.

Happymom
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01-20-2003

Wednesday, September 28, 2005 - 10:03 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Happymom a private message Print Post    
Wow, I cannot believe it's been a month since I've been here. That's what the end of BB and back to school does!

LK (I will do body decluttering with you!) and Vee, you have really inspired me! Thanks for posting before and after pics!

Lum, I have a problem with recipes too. I collect way too many. I have them stuffed in a drawer with magazines and small cookbooks. Someday I have to organize that drawer. I cannot locate much in there anyway.

Lk, sorry for your plumbing problems! We just went through some, but not nearly to the extent you have.

Prisoner, my first thought about your story was that she must have had Alzheimers. Then you posted Vee. Alz is so sad and awful, I do try to find a silver lining most of the time. I don't know if she did have Alz, but $40K is a silver lining for sure.

I have been making very small decluttering progresses, trying really hard to keep up and deal with backlog moments at a time. I hope to have huge chunks of time soon. Is that sad...that one of my strongest wishes is to just have loads of time to declutter? I've been motivated for years but almost no time! Oh well!

Feel well Lk!

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Wednesday, September 28, 2005 - 11:34 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
HappyMom: It is amazing what you can get done in 15 minutes a day, but I do understand what you mean.

I sent you a PM about the other. WhoAmI has graciously agreed to be a cyber-buddy as well. I just have to get it together and starting feeling better.

Happymom
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01-20-2003

Thursday, September 29, 2005 - 9:04 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Happymom a private message Print Post    
Thanks Lk! I sent you a PM too.

I will try to just work on decluttering 15 min a day and see how it goes. That is a great suggestion!

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Friday, September 30, 2005 - 12:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
I wish I knew what the heck was wrong with me. I just am having a miserable time staying awake. I think it might be a response to Crystal's death.

At least, I hope that's it. I didn't sleep much last week.

I've gotten everyone's mail, I'm just having trouble staying awake enough to answer it.

Metoo
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02-22-2005

Monday, October 03, 2005 - 7:30 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Metoo a private message Print Post    
WOW!! Laurie, I am so impressed!! I have been slowing making my way around TVCH and came across your household notebook. Girl, I need your help. I have been thinking of starting with my kitchen and pantry. Since I am looking around for another house I thought this might be a good time to start going thru some stuff and get organized (at least for my own sanity). Any suggestions on what to do first so I won't get discouraged because I usually start out taking on too much.

Happymom
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01-20-2003

Monday, October 03, 2005 - 9:06 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Happymom a private message Print Post    
LK, hope you're sleeping better and catching up! Don't worry about the mail, no hurry.

I hope everyone had a great weekend.

I managed to get through some junk/stuff. 3 bags ready to be donated plus one small trash and 1 paper grocery bag full - gone!

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Monday, October 03, 2005 - 4:19 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
Metoo: Just plan on 15 minutes at a time. So, work on 1 drawer or 1 counter or 1 area of the closet (floor, shelf, or hanging clothes).

I'm working hard on decluttering the house: two more garbage bags out of the house, and some more things sorted for sale.

Metoo
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02-22-2005

Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 9:27 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Metoo a private message Print Post    
OK! This is what I am going to do. I printed out your Household Journal. I am going to adapt the pantry list and make a grocery list so that I just need to put a check by the item I need to buy - and just add to it as I go until I complete my menus, pantry stock etc. This weekend, I will spend 15 mins. in the kitchen and
15 mins. in the bedroom decluttering. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Lkunkel
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10-29-2003

Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 9:47 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lkunkel a private message Print Post    
Metoo: I hope the Control Journal helps. For what type of suggestions are you looking? Give me some ideas and then I can try to guide you.

I'm working on one spot today in decluttering sessions--and planning on drinking one 16-ounce bottle of water.

I'm on my way.

Metoo
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02-22-2005

Tuesday, October 11, 2005 - 9:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Metoo a private message Print Post    
Hi Laurie! Glad to hear you're back online with us. Saturday when I went shopping, I bought a inexpensive timer. It worked great! I set the timer and starting working on decluttering. This way I don't over do it. The rules I set for myself are: if I finish before the bell - good for me. If I don't finish and can be finished in a few minutes - I do it. If it can't be finished, I wait to the next day and work another 15 mins. That way no burn out!

Dipo
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04-23-2002

Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 12:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dipo a private message Print Post    
Wow, I can't believe I haven't been here in so long! LK sounds like you have been amazingly busy as usual. I loved all the decluttering stories.

I finally had a salvation army pick up (did you know you can schedule a pickup online? www.satruck.com), I love that they just take it away. They left with 15 boxes and a couple of pieces of furniture!! I am so happy, I now have my dining room back.

Everyone keep up the good work, talk to you again soon!!

Vee
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02-23-2004

Wednesday, November 02, 2005 - 5:03 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
Dipo, you and me both! I feel so delinquent about being here and sharing, but this cleaning system has become second nature to me and I usually progress along without giving it much thought.

Today, I visted FlyLady's site and found the Christmas journal once again. I made copies of the gift list and other pages that I thought would be good. I also found last year's and realized just what a wonderful tool it was. I know exactly what I spent and what gifts I purchased for each person on my list.

I also noticed that FlyLady has Holiday Video Vignettes that I found fun to watch. It was great to see that Marla has been sticking to her new diet plan...she's looking just great!

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Vee
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02-23-2004

Wednesday, November 02, 2005 - 5:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
OOps! This is the actual link for the Holiday Video Vignettes.

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Thursday, November 03, 2005 - 11:44 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
Thanks, Vee! I'll have a peek as soon as I am done playing lady of leisure today.

At this point I am finally caught up on the decluttering/major chores in the main living area. Next projects will involve the garage - again! -, laundry room, sewing corner and paper work.

Is it really time to print out that Christmas journal already?LOL It will be my first stab at it. Which pages did you feel were the most helpful, which ones can I skip? Hey, I am a flybaby, wouldn't want too much clutter, now would I?

Vee
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02-23-2004

Thursday, November 03, 2005 - 12:56 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
I started printing stuff at page 18 or somewhere thereabouts. Why reinvent the wheel when she has a perfectly good list? The sailing through the holidays thing (or whatever it's called) actually began October 17 so we are behind! LOL!

Sounds as if everything is well under control at your house, Lum. I am tackling finishing packing up summer clothes and getting out the winter stuff tonight.

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Thursday, November 03, 2005 - 5:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
Thanks, Vee. I haven't hauled out the winter sweaters yet. My personal furnace should suffice a couple of weeks yet.

Happymom
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01-20-2003

Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 9:50 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Happymom a private message Print Post    
Not a lot of visitors to this thread lately. I sure hope it keeps going!

I have little by little managed to get about half my garage cleared out! Seeing some open space in there has motivated my husband to help! Now that there is more room in there, the rest of it should be easier to do.

We are planning on turning it into a master bedroom, bathroom, small office and using a little of the space to expand the eating area of our kitchen. We have been talking about this for years, but, now it is finally going to actually be done.

I am so motivated to get the rest of the stuff out of there and get started...real life just takes up too much time usually!

Vee, thanks for the link to Flylady's Christmas Journal. I am looking forward to reading it! I am wondering if (with our remodeling) we will have room for even a very small Christmas tree. I sure hope so! We are going to have to fill our living room with some things that are now currently in the garage that just cannot go to the storage unit that we rented over the weekend.

Hope everyone is well!

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 2:02 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
Hi, Happymom! I, for one, am still around. Been fluttering more or less for the past week again.
Just started with the holiday journal. Maybe this year will be the year where I am not hustling to the last minute? Although, I am already behind and just listened to Mission 3 when everyone else is on 19 or something like that. Ah, well, I'll just have to do a couple or so a day until I catch up.

Good for you for inspiring your better half to clean out the garage. Any tips on how you accomplished that, because mine keeps sputtering on that chore while the car is sitting outside in the snow.

So, you are remodelling, eh? My best advice for that is put blinders on and blaze through until it is done. Don't let the ensuing mess get to you. Been there, done that. There will be times when you wonder why you jumped into that, but when it's all done and you have it all new and decluttered you will remember why. More space is a very good thing. Can you post pics of the progress? All the best of luck to you!

Vee
Member

02-23-2004

Thursday, November 10, 2005 - 10:53 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
Hi there, Happymom. Your home sounds like an exciting place these days. I'm like Lum, I would love to see photos if that's a possibility. I like Lum's advice about putting on blinders and not worrying too much about the mess. It's gonna be beautiful so keep your sights on that!

Where is everyone? If I don't see a recent post, I don't think about coming in. Laurie, are you still packing up a storm?

The refrigerator is clean and the laundry is caught up...pantry cupboard needs doing, but I've lost interest... I know that this is just a mind thing because it feels as if it will be too big a job and I don't want to get involved. Must attempt to do babysteps and just attack it 15 mins at a time.

Happy decluttering!