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Post by dtesposito on Feb 27, 2013 11:25:50 GMT -5
Wednesday 2/27/13Outside Appointments/Errands 8:00 Dog walk 11:00 Dog walk 5:30 Dog walk Apartment Maintenance Return Hall Return Entry Return Bath Return Kitchen Return Pantry Return DR Return BR Return LR Return 2nd BR Return Sunporch Return Computer Desk Return Main Desk Today's Cleaning List Item(s) Clean toilet Clean bathroom sink Personal Exercise Financials Communication Send greeting card Miscellaneous AM Pet Care 15 minutes decluttering bedroom Wash dishes Pay 2 bills online Package 2 books to mail Vacuum around bird cages Remove 75 emails PM Pet Care Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 2, 2013 22:54:48 GMT -5
So, I keep getting distracted/discouraged when I try to do some work around here. The last day I made a list, I decided in the morning that even though I hadn't listed laundry for the day, I was going to be efficient and do a load in the morning, instead of waiting until evening like I usually do. So I filled the washer, and then, feeling very virtuous since I was getting it done so early, I went to move it to the dryer when it was done. I opened the washer and the clothing was COVERED with little grey bits, as well as sodden miniature milk bones! The box of dog treats that I keep on the side of the washer had obviously fallen in without my knowing, and I washed it...... So I'm trying to figure out what to do, I took the vacuum and vacuumed all the tiny bits out of the washer itself, but now I have a pile of damp laundry COVERED in a layer of stuff. I'm sitting there, wondering why so many of the milk bones kept their perfect little bone shape, while others broke up into a million pieces...and then I thought--what happened to the box? Apparently, the box completely disintegrated--that's what all the little grey bits were. The milk bones all kept their shape. I finally realized that even though my dryer doesn't heat, it still works with cold air, so I put the whole mess in the dryer and I opened it every 5 minutes to empty the lint trap. It worked really well, but took about 45 minutes. Then, I had to wash and "dry" everything again. AND, I wasted a half box of miniature milk bones. So much for being extra efficient--it was enough to put me off housework for the next couple of days. But, I guess I'll have to get back to work. I'll make a list tomorrow! Moral of the story--no more storing the dog treat box on the side of the washer--I have a couple of other things on there too, I have to find another home for them so this doesn't happen again. Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 3, 2013 12:46:21 GMT -5
Sunday 3/03/13Outside Appointments/Errands 10:00 Cat care visit 12:00 Dog walk 1:00 Dog walk Bank Apartment Maintenance Return Hall Return Entry Return Bath Return Kitchen Return Pantry Return DR Return BR Return LR Return 2nd BR Return Sunporch Return Computer Desk Return Main Desk Today's Cleaning List Item(s) Vacuum LR Personal Exercise Financials Communication Greeting card Miscellaneous AM Pet Care 15 minutes decluttering in BR Remove 50 emails Move things from side of washer to prevent another laundry disaster Check old computer for port Clear off DR table, move old computer items onto table Get music & documents off of old computer Email dog photos to myself & print out Package 2 books for mailing Pay Visa bill online Deal with mail from last 2 days PM Pet Care Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 3, 2013 12:50:39 GMT -5
My attempts at efficiency are just not working. I had dog walks today at 11 & 12, plus a flexible cat care visit that I was going to do after. I decided at the last minute that if I did the cat care visit at 10, I could be home nice and early and have the rest of the day to work. As I was walking to the cat care visit my 11:00 walk client called and said she had to run out and wouldn't be home until after 11:00. So I had to tell her that I had a 12:00 walk so couldn't come by her until 1:00. She said in that case she'd call when she gets home, and I KNOW what that probably means--it means that as long as I can't come right away she's going to go out shopping and won't be back until some time later in the afternoon. So I'll not want to start anything since she might call at any minute.... I'm grateful for the work, I shouldn't complain. But this happens with her all the time. Diane.
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Post by Chris on Mar 3, 2013 19:17:48 GMT -5
My attempts at efficiency are just not working. I had dog walks today at 11 & 12, plus a flexible cat care visit that I was going to do after. I decided at the last minute that if I did the cat care visit at 10, I could be home nice and early and have the rest of the day to work. As I was walking to the cat care visit my 11:00 walk client called and said she had to run out and wouldn't be home until after 11:00. So I had to tell her that I had a 12:00 walk so couldn't come by her until 1:00. She said in that case she'd call when she gets home, and I KNOW what that probably means--it means that as long as I can't come right away she's going to go out shopping and won't be back until some time later in the afternoon. So I'll not want to start anything since she might call at any minute.... I'm grateful for the work, I shouldn't complain. But this happens with her all the time. Diane. Oh Diane -- this is something I relate to a lot from my former experience in cleaning houses -- the inconveniences that come up when clients cancel or delay services -- can really mess up the works when you have other scheduled work around that person. I'm sorry this is an issue -- I know it's common and frustrating. I too like to avoid having to be on hold for someone -- unable to start my own projects. I really hope your client does not have you waiting too long. Good luck!!! I guess by now you've either gone or not -- I just realized the time.
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 3, 2013 20:02:36 GMT -5
Hi Chris! Well, I didn't get delayed too much today, I was home less than an hour when my client called and said she was home--not as bad as I feared. I've not been too productive since coming home though, I'm currently reading a really good book so I sat on the couch for a while reading after I ate dinner, then got a long call from my sister. Now I'm feeling really sleepy, but will not take a nap at this time of the evening.
I will keep working on my list for a while.
Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 4, 2013 0:15:55 GMT -5
Okay, well I didn't finish everything on my list BUT I did a really important thing I'd been putting off for 6 months--I set the old computer up again and got the music and documents off of it that I need. I can now get rid of it!! I'm very happy about this, it's been taking up a chunk of space on the floor and every time I see it I'm reminded of my procrastination and my technological ineptitude!
I also figured out that I could send photos from my phone to myself via email--the model of flip phone that I have needs a particular cable (just for this phone) to transfer directly to the computer, something I was not going to spend money on now I'm so short on cash. So I was able to print up some copies of photos of my sister's dog.
I didn't even go around and check which rooms are still "returned", but I can do that tomorrow--I'm so happy that I got that darned computer taken care of. Now I have to think of a creative way to get rid of it that's legal, and get the hard drive off of it first.
Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 4, 2013 1:07:17 GMT -5
Okay, almost another hour later I have the hard drive out. Something was wrong with the latch that was supposed to open the case (I know it wasn't that hard to open because I had to open it shortly after getting this computer) so I practically had to rip it apart!
Now the only thing is the disposal.
I'm going to bed now, I'm wiped out!
Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 4, 2013 9:51:00 GMT -5
Monday 3/04/13Outside Appointments/Errands 10:00 Cat care visit 11:00 Dog walk 2:30 Dog walk Grocery store Other grocery store Apartment Maintenance Return Hall Return Entry Return Bath Return Kitchen Return Pantry Return DR Return BR Return LR Return 2nd BR Return Sunporch Return Computer Desk Return Main Desk Today's Cleaning List Item(s) Vacuum LR Personal Exercise Financials Communication 1 Greeting card Miscellaneous AM Pet Care 15 minutes decluttering in BR Remove 50 emails Straighten up cat food shelf in kitchen Clean up mess in DR from computer project Take old computer and monitor to storage unit in basement until I figure out disposal (I have an idea...) Wash dishes Package 2 books for mailing Pay Visa bill online Deal with last 2 days of mail 9 minutes on paperwork pile on computer desk PM Pet Care Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 4, 2013 23:48:15 GMT -5
Well, I didn't do too badly today although I now have a mountain of unwashed dishes that I didn't get to.
We are in the path of the midwestern snowstorm tonight, it's supposed to start snowing in the early morning hours and then snow all day tomorrow. We always miss the worst of these, but who knows, maybe this will be bigger than the last couple that came through.
By tomorrow the stairs will be covered with snow so I decided to get rid of my computer and monitor by putting them in my basement storage unit tonight. (The monitor is heavy and all the weight is on one side of it so it's hard to carry.) So it's at least gone from my DR, and I didn't wait until the stairs got slippery to do it!
Most of my neighbors are pretty recycling-conscious, so I was wondering if I could talk the condo board into letting us use a corner of the boiler room to store ewaste and other items that shouldn't go into the dumpster, as long as they are safe items. When they build up to a car's worth of stuff, we can pitch in some gas money to someone with a car who can then take it to the hazardous material recycling center, which is a long way from here. I'm sure other people are facing the same problem, and since our building pays for the garbage collection they could possibly fine us if someone puts these items in the dumpster. I'll suggest it and see if there's any interest.
I won't be taking my usual trip to my sister's tomorrow because of the snow, I'll probably postpone it until later in the week. So, I'll have most of the day to work on my apartment tomorrow--I only have one walk scheduled.
Diane
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Post by Chris on Mar 5, 2013 9:10:29 GMT -5
Hi Diane -- I'm glad you'll have the day to work on your apartment! I imagine your sister will miss you but with the storm and everything it seems good not to travel. Your idea about a designated holding area for disposal items sounds great -- hopefully the condo board will agree! Have a great day today and be safe when you do have to go out!
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Post by CourageouslyLion SeeksSerenity on Mar 5, 2013 10:00:18 GMT -5
So I filled the washer, and then, feeling very virtuous since I was getting it done so early, I went to move it to the dryer when it was done. I opened the washer and the clothing was COVERED with little grey bits, as well as sodden miniature milk bones! The box of dog treats that I keep on the side of the washer had obviously fallen in without my knowing, and I washed it......
So I'm trying to figure out what to do, I took the vacuum and vacuumed all the tiny bits out of the washer itself, but now I have a pile of damp laundry COVERED in a layer of stuff. I'm sitting there, wondering why so many of the milk bones kept their perfect little bone shape, while others broke up into a million pieces...and then I thought--what happened to the box?
Apparently, the box completely disintegrated--that's what all the little grey bits were. The milk bones all kept their shape.
I finally realized that even though my dryer doesn't heat, it still works with cold air, so I put the whole mess in the dryer and I opened it every 5 minutes to empty the lint trap. It worked really well, but took about 45 minutes. Then, I had to wash and "dry" everything again. AND, I wasted a half box of miniature milk bones. Oh my! I just read this! I could totally picture this happening as you told the story. This is the sort of occurrence that would slay many of us. But you dealt with it right away! good for you! Hope this week goes better! Hmmm. What do I have stored next to the washer -- that could easily fall in?
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 5, 2013 13:37:40 GMT -5
Hi Chris, I felt bad about missing my visit with my sister, she really looks forward to my coming out there, and this morning when I woke up there were just the lightest of flurries and nothing even sticking to the sidewalks, so I felt like I could have gone. But by 11:00 when I went out for my dog walk it was starting to come down a lot heavier, and some people were already out shoveling, so I felt better then. After my walk I shoveled the little bit that was on our building sidewalk, I haven't done any shoveling for the building for the last couple of years so figure it's my turn again. I'll have to keep going out though, it's supposed to snow all day. It's SO beautiful out there, every little branch and twig is coated, there's no traffic at all, and so QUIET!
Lion, the annoying thing about the laundry is that I know things fall in there, so I always look before putting the pile of clothes in. But I've gotten in the habit of throwing some things in as the days go by, so when I looked in it all I saw was the items I had thrown in there prviously, the box must have fallen in first and was not visible.
And what I did not mention was that after I got all the stuff off the clothes and threw them back into the washer, I came into the LR to vacuum my keyboard and accidentally sucked up a 2-litre bottle cap into the hose, which landed in there top up and just perfectly fit to block the hose and not have any room around it to get something around it to lift it out. That took an additional 15 minutes of futzing around, I finally got my medical forceps and that did the trick although I almost poked the ends through the hose.
It was not a good housekeeping day.
Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 5, 2013 13:42:40 GMT -5
Tuesday 3/05/13Outside Appointments/Errands 11:00 Dog walk Shovel snow at building, at least a few times Apartment Maintenance Return Hall Return Entry Return Bath Return Kitchen Return Pantry Return DR Return BR Return LR Return 2nd BR Return Sunporch Return Computer Desk Return Main Desk Today's Cleaning List Item(s) Vacuum LR Personal Exercise Financials Communication 1 greeting card Miscellaneous AM Pet Care Wash dishes Laundry-2 loads in basement 15 minutes decluttering in BR Remove 100 emails 9 minutes on paperwork pile on computer desk 9 minutes on file container under my desk 9 minutes sorting plastic bags Package 3 books to mail Take garbage out PM Pet Care Diane
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Post by dtesposito on Mar 6, 2013 10:38:05 GMT -5
Wednesday 3/06/13Outside Appointments/Errands 11:00 Dog walk Grocery store?Apartment Maintenance Return Hall Return Entry Return Bath Return Kitchen Return Pantry Return DR Return BR Return LR Return 2nd BR Return Sunporch Return Computer Desk Return Main Desk Today's Cleaning List Item(s) Vacuum LR Personal Exercise Financials Communication 1 Greeting Card Miscellaneous AM Pet Care WASH DISHES! Package books! Remove books from cat table 15 minutes decluttering BR Move books on file cabinet to 2nd BR Remove 30 emails Shred newspaper for composting Laundry (2 loads) PM Pet Care Diane
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