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Vee
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02-23-2004

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:34 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
Happy Spring!

*Wednesday's Mission*

Oh, I like that question! When was the last time you purchased new sheets?

I bought some for my dad a month ago, but for myself? Never. I have never purchased my own sheets. Apparently, that's an item left for gift-giving. I'll have to stretch my thinking to include purchasing some new sheets for myself.

Y2Krazy, hope that yesterday was a very satisfying one for you! Now I am just wondering what Lum is up to today. It's always something!

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 6:48 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
Well, Lum is *not* going to tackle that closet floor today. I'll save that for next week when I'll have to dig out the suitcases anyway.

Today is fridge boogie day for me. Didn't have a chance before going shopping yesterday, and it def. needs to be culled. Um, they, not it. Having 3 fridges is great unless you have to sort/clean 'em.

Might even change my *old* sheets. Can't remember the last time I bought new ones, but for now I am fine with what's in the closet. Mind you, not for too long any more. They are just short of rickety.

Hermi, those best-laid plans always go awry, evn if just a little. It's the universe reminding us to be flexible. You'll get there!

Yep, Dipo, that's the trick - keeping a decluttered area up in order not to have to go through that big todo process again.

How are those baskets coming Y2? Did your boys tackle theirs?

Gee, how inconsiderate of the nephews of yours, War. Here you had a nice and easy day planned and then they go and spoil that so you have to wargod again. Tsk-tsk-tsk!

Gracie, sorry no solutions for your desk problem. Hope you'll find a more convenient way.
How's Kitt doing these days?

Native, how long will you have to "suffer" without the use of your kitchen?

Hermione69
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07-24-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 7:12 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hermione69 a private message Print Post    
Best laid plans reminds me of that quote by Lennon- "Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans."

Today, if the rain holds off, I'm going to stop by my trail and take a walk/run in the woods. Then for the evening I need to box up a lot of my knickknacks so what I have out is minimal and then I need to start hard-core cleaning.

Also, Walmart today, definitely. Which reminds me, I need to add deodorant to my list.

The home inspection is today and it will let me know what kind of repairs are suggested for the handyman who is coming tomorrow.

This is expensive!

Lum, good luck with the fridge boogie.

Last time I bought new sheets was about two years ago.

Happy cleaning and organizing, everyone!

Wargod
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 7:29 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wargod a private message Print Post    
I bought two new sets of flannel sheets last year. Haven't bought regular ones in a couple years though.

I managed to get quite a bit of regular housework done yesterday. The boys are supposed to be here early today because their mom has an appt, and I think they may leave early though I'm not 100% sure on that. I'll just have to work around them. They're pretty good about picking up their own messes so I'm not too worried about it.

Hey Hermi, when you go to walmart can you pick me up some bleach? Thanks!

Dipo
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04-23-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 9:00 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dipo a private message Print Post    
LOL, as much as I have my office in order, I was amazed when I shifted some files around to sign some old ones from 2000, I swear I got rid of all of them last year. They must just multiple in the night!

Y2krazy
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09-17-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 1:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Y2krazy a private message Print Post    
Ok, today...not going quite how I planned, but not as bad as it could be.

DH and DS do not jump when I call (What's up with that??!!) I let them both sleep in...and they knew their mission was to switch the desk in the computer room...then they were free to go about their business...BUT

first both needed coffee, then something to eat, then go to the bathroom...women have nothing on these guys for the length of time needed in a bathroom...

Then we started...it was 1:00 p.m., and I had already unhooked part of computer so I had no way to talk (that is pure misery for me)

Anyway, we all hauled the desk around and put it in its new corner..No glare from window now, AND I can glance out the window to boot!! All the cords and wires are now neater and more tidy looking.

DH is now having a nap...(well he does go out to play pool tonight) and then needs to watch Survivor and LOST.

DS has asked for a ride to friend's home to play poker, I said yes, holler when he wants to go...and don't forget LOST..

He was telling one of his friends about how much he likes LOST. He said it's a drug......and his mom is the pusher....I talked him into watching it. LOL

So I am still upstairs cleaning and sorting. One bedroom that has a long, long way to go. The kitchen/exercise room that must be converted to a kitchen/sewing/craft NO MAN'S LAND (LOL) room

Y2krazy
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09-17-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 1:38 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Y2krazy a private message Print Post    
They should not keep me from my internet for this many hours...

Native_texan
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08-24-2004

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 1:56 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Native_texan a private message Print Post    
It's only be a week since my kitchen remodel started and I'm so ready for it be over. It will take me a month to get my house back in order and I'll probably be finding sawdust for twice as long. I've about decided that I will do what I can and just start over when all is done.

I will admit I had a grand time playing with my new microwave last night. It has all kinds of bells and whistles which are probably standard nowadays, but since my old microwave was about 15 years old, it's all new to me. It even has a night light on it. And, fyi, the date yesterday was 032007, which could have reflected the month, day and year or just the month and year.

Hermione69
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07-24-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 3:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hermione69 a private message Print Post    
I'm procrastinating. I'm so tired, I feel like I could sleep for days.

Vacanick
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07-12-2004

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 3:09 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vacanick a private message Print Post    
Poor Hermi .... you may have reached the wall & you may need to slow down.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 3:10 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
Hermes, I know the feeling.

Wargod
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 3:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wargod a private message Print Post    
NT it might be a pain now, but you'll be so happy when it's done!

I got more done today than I thought I would, but not what I normally would have, lol. I got the oil in my car changed, went to the grocery store, cleaned the kitchen top to bottom, cleaned the living room, and started a load of laundry. I'm seriously considering going in and doing the bathroom now.

My nephews pulled out all 2 million of Caleb's legos before he and Kota got out of school today. They told me they'd pick them up when we got back and as soon as we walked in the door they started to do it. Caleb though stopped them and told me he'd pick them up by himself when the boys went home because they still wanted to play. He's taking a popsicle break right now, lol. But he asked if he found a box could he put them in the box and leave them under the table for tomorrow. I'm not quite happy with that, but I think he's not thrilled about other kids being in his bedroom when he's not home so I guess for a couple weeks I can live with it.

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
Hermi, send War a plane ticket. She'll have you ready before you can say "House viewer? Where?"

Committed the big flylady sin today - getting side-tracked.
Started on fridge #1 and before you knew it, I was making salads and snacks and dressings with the stuff I was digging out. By the time the kitchen was cleaned up after dinner, someone had completely deflated my energy. So I hit the couch and left the rest of the fridge and its 2 siblings for tomorrow.
Did manage to change the bed sheets earlier, though. That king size duvet is a bugger to change. What do women with husbands working outside of the home do when that chore come up? Yikes!
Then I came here and read War's latest post and now I am pooped again.
Tomorrow is another day, right Hermi?

Hermione69
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07-24-2002

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hermione69 a private message Print Post    
LOL. Yeah.

I got my laundry all put away. I came downstairs to get a box to pack up some knickknacks.

Off I go. I'm sure everyone is following my progress with bated breath.

Vee
Member

02-23-2004

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:21 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
I know I am!

Vacanick
Member

07-12-2004

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:22 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vacanick a private message Print Post    
I am too!

Wargod
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07-16-2001

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 4:54 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Wargod a private message Print Post    
I am!

I've been caught in that I really don't want to do anything and getting side tracked phase the last few days. It's been so easy to blow stuff off and let it wait with my two little excuses, er nephews, standing here staring me in the face. Another reason I'm glad the boys didn't come yesterday because there was no excuse then.

On a regular day when the kids are in school, I don't like to clean after three (unless it's summer and then I tend to clean at night when it's cooler.) That's homework, reading, cooking, play time. I want everything done by then. These two days with my nephews I'm finding I'm working after three because I didn't finish everything earlier and while I'm having fun with the boys, I really don't like the way the housekeeping aspect of it all is. Someone tomorrow punch me or something if I haven't gotten to work early, I need to get back on my schedule or it's gonna be all screwey and I won't be getting much done, lol!

Vee
Member

02-23-2004

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 5:16 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
*Thursday's Mission*

Thankfully, everything in my bedroom has been "maintained" since the last time there. The end tables are still fine, etc. I will dust and vacuum today and call it good. Washing linens is a Saturday chore. Imagine waiting for Kelly to tell us that linens need to be laundered.

Wargod, you'll be back on schedule in no time. I know that having "seen" you in operation before. LOL! It's wonderful to be able to set the housework aside for more important things like nephews.

Can't wait for Hermi to report in...

My question for today is this: Do you do traditional spring cleaning?

I do not. Since FlyLady came into my life, I was able to give that up. I do, however, have seasonal chores that can't be avoided, but it doesn't include a top to bottom cleaning anymore.

Lumbele
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07-12-2002

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 5:32 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lumbele a private message Print Post    
No more spring cleaning for me either. Things like washing windows and curtains, yes, but no more top to bottom, scrub till you drop kind.

I keep rotating washing walls as I go along and usually on blessing day in the present zone when I am swinging that wand anyway. A little more frequently in the kitchen and off and on in the rest of the house. Works out quite well.

Vacanick
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07-12-2004

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 5:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vacanick a private message Print Post    
No more Spring Cleaning for me either. It's more of an on going process. LOL!

Btw .. I've decided not to remodel at this time. So no dealing with contractors .. yet.

Vee
Member

02-23-2004

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 7:54 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
Vacanick, no remodeling? What changed your mind? BTW, I feel like changing mine, but it's too darned late for that!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 8:03 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
Spring cleaning and fall cleaning usually means windows, curtains, and things outside for me. I have been getting better about doing closets here and there throughout the year, and have incorporated my top shelf/high up chores into my dh's schedule! LOL

This weather in central Texas is the pits when it comes to 'crawly things' however! Last night I found a roach in the kitchen. Okay if you have recently cleaned ALL the cabinets and drawers and scrubbed the counters with bleach, why do they come in? Well, sadly they want a drink or shelter from bad weather, and I wish they would just pick on someone else. My handi-dandy spray was used liberally in the cracks and crevices, and hopefully it was just an errant little bugger. They are not usually a problem, but seasonally I have to deal with some critter. Last spring it was a possum, last fall the squirrels in my attic.

Truthfully, I am not too bummed, because I am so grateful there are no scorpions and centipedes in my yard or house. I'm thinking of calling a lawn expert, since my yard went all the way to
h-e-double-hockeysticks last year in the drought, and that should eliminate or at least downplay the 'crawly' things for a while.

Vacanick
Member

07-12-2004

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 8:21 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vacanick a private message Print Post    
Vee ... I changed my mind because I'm buying a new car instead. I want to get a new job and would need to commute, hence the new car. Of course the new job would be more $$ which would go towards the remodel at a later time. See how that works! LOL!

Scorpions and centipedes Grace .... oh my!!!

Vee
Member

02-23-2004

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 8:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Vee a private message Print Post    
Ohhhh, Nic, that's a good reason. Very good.

Those kind of critters don't bother much around here, Urgrace. We do get ants and mice from time to time. Yuck.

You'll love hiring a landscaper or yard person. They do such a good job and so quickly. It sure makes a big difference and better their backs than yours or your dh's.

Hermione69
Member

07-24-2002

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 9:22 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hermione69 a private message Print Post    
<-------- stressed.