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Post by saffron on Jun 3, 2012 10:43:32 GMT -5
Hi, CanDo  Expressway, it is. There are fewer directions to reach the destination. I'm learning a lot about floors, tee hee. I want them done right, but also have to consider $$$. Well, I know you're doing your best to take care of your dog. Don't you wish she could talk sometimes? It would make it easier. |
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Post by clutterbuggles on Jun 3, 2012 11:02:05 GMT -5
Sounds like everyone is having a productive day! Well done!!
I'm still feeling icky, but went into town today to pick up some comfort food, munchies, and a few household necessities.
I shed a bit of squalor shame last night. I had invited a friend to visit this weekend, but he indicated that he might me able to make it on Sunday. At the very last minute, he changed plans and I had 30 minutes to shower and clean up my room a bit. As he left, he said "You're a bit of a hoarder, aren't you? " Normally I would have bristled defensively but instead I said, "yeah, I am. " I was a little surprised when he said "me, too. " He isn't the first to know, but he is the first to say that without a really negative response from me.
I'm hoping I will manage to deal with the nasty hall carpet today. I think that may be the extent of what I manage.
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Post by roadrunner on Jun 3, 2012 11:47:40 GMT -5
Cando -- I have given all of the students study guides so they do have something in hand to study. The 3 that do not have facebook do not have internet access at home. They do not test until Tuesday and everything that I have created today is accessible through another online resources that they all have access to at school or the public library.
This is the first time I have used FB to "poke" the students to study. At this point I have some thinking it will pick up late this evening. My hope is that by posting frequently when they do realize it is time for the 11th hour cram session that will have a starting point, because most of them throw the studyguides away.
Trial Run -- Will see how it goes.
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Post by clutterbuggles on Jun 3, 2012 12:09:19 GMT -5
Saffron, I would definitely do the floors yourself. It sounds scarier than it is. The last place I lived in had disgusting carpet in the kitchen, full of grease and grot. I decided in the short term to just stain the floorboards because I didn't have the cash to deal with lino or laminate. My floor was untreated wood but could have done with being sanded just to even it out. If your floor is already stained, that is the tough part. When it came to actually staining the floor, I bought one of those "paint pads", stuck it on a pole and basically mopped the stain on. I cheated and used outdoor deck stain as well and it held up brilliantly everywhere except in front of the stove.
Definitely not as scary as it sounds!
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Post by dtesposito on Jun 3, 2012 15:15:54 GMT -5
Wow, lots going on on this board today! I'm home for a half hour before having to go out on a walk, trying to catch up on all the posts.
Cando, I know how you feel about treatments for DAngelDog. I had a few cats that needed fluids and 2 were fine, the 3rd was a cat who had a reputation as a biter and a fighter at the shelter. He turned out to be very loving with me, but when he was old and in kidney failure and needed fluids, it upset him so much that he was hyperventilating and shaking. I tried it twice, but realized that any benefit the fluids would give would be offset by the stress, so didn't try after that. Quality of life is more important than length of life, and some animals just don't do well with constant treatments.
I hope she'll be okay for a while yet.
Diane
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Post by saffron on Jun 3, 2012 16:20:06 GMT -5
Saffron, I would definitely do the floors yourself. It sounds scarier than it is. The last place I lived in had disgusting carpet in the kitchen, full of grease and grot. I decided in the short term to just stain the floorboards because I didn't have the cash to deal with lino or laminate. My floor was untreated wood but could have done with being sanded just to even it out. If your floor is already stained, that is the tough part. When it came to actually staining the floor, I bought one of those "paint pads", stuck it on a pole and basically mopped the stain on. I cheated and used outdoor deck stain as well and it held up brilliantly everywhere except in front of the stove. Definitely not as scary as it sounds! Thanks for the advice, Clutterbuggles. I'm going to have DSon42 come over next week to see if he'd like to take on the project. I found some good videos & articles online describing different methods on how to do it, (depending on what they look like now.) If I could do it physically, I sure would try it. I used to do all kinds of things when I managed apts. "back in the day," but now with infirmities, I just have to stick with the planning aspects of it, and small projects. I will keep you posted on what we decide to do. |
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Post by CourageouslyLion SeeksSerenity on Jun 3, 2012 17:06:37 GMT -5
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Post by CourageouslyLion SeeksSerenity on Jun 3, 2012 17:08:12 GMT -5
Roadrunner, I read back a ways and learned about the tragedy with your student. I have no words.  |
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Post by CourageouslyLion SeeksSerenity on Jun 3, 2012 17:29:06 GMT -5
- Sleepymom, I'm just now reading your reply to me on page 18 of Saffron's "MAY" I come in thread. takeonestepatatime.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=action&thread=17928&page=18#277256Hope the refi works out in July. Don't kick yourself, I think you really needed the car! Also I read your June 1st productive day. Awesome. but... Remember that you can post whenever you want, whether you feel down or up! If everyone posted ONLY when things were happyhappyjoyjoy, none of the lurkers would be able to relate! I think that writing about our crappy days lets others know they are not alone! - |
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Post by saffron on Jun 3, 2012 20:58:22 GMT -5
Lioness,  Thanks for the flooring links. The bedroom grody carpet will be GONE by Thursday. I'm loving my "new" old hardwood floors, even if they are messed up a little. I found the spot/stain where the shop & drop tomatoes turned to liquid and seeped through in the living room. LOL You're right about posting under all circumstances, not just when we feel "up." I've sat here crying, knowing that someone else shared my feelings of despair, fear, hopelessness. And I've received so much encouragement from reading, how others have overcome their situation. |
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Post by saffron on Jun 4, 2012 1:07:14 GMT -5
 I am putting out my list for Monday now, so I won't spend too much time in the a.m. Roadrunner, you had quite a list there!  on your doin's. Really, for everyone! June 4, 2012 Monday night lights off  load #1 to washer load #1 to dryer load #1 fold & put away bathroom garbage to kitchen can reline bathroom can tie up kitchen sack, set aside  reline kitchen can rinse & stack dishes neatly shower2shoes get suitcase , fill it , take it to car take garbage sacks to car drop garbage off in alley can car garbage to alley can fix lights for being away go to Save Mart for some last minute snacks drive north to the city stop at main post office, mail ballot, grad card, and card for DSisKEC drive further north, pick up NH take off going south  hopefully by 11:30 a.m. (arrive around 6:30 p.m.) Drop off NH at DaDur's, then go to hotel Will be off-line until Tuesday night. saf   Running late, what's new? Bye for now.
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Post by andrea on Jun 4, 2012 10:44:39 GMT -5
I am getting a late start today since I was calling around for tires for my car and it also needs an alignment. I finally found one that is reasonable and he will do it on Wednesday morning. I was also checking my email and doing my bible reading for today. I now need to work on family room and boys room.  took shower and got dressed took meds got boys up and dressed fed boys breakfast got boys off to school updated calendar called around for tires talked to school nurse for younger ds checked email did bible reading  put away all the games in family room stripped bed in family room vacuumed floor in family room organized books in boys room did a load of wash x3 switched over a load x3 folded clean clothes x3 got all the dirty clothes together organized mom's clothes cleaned floor in boys room made dinner for boys and I ate dinner gave boys their night time meds helped mom and dad unloaded dishwasher put dirty dishes in dishwasher checked emails went thru old emails made up bed in family room vacuumed boys room organized boys books put away clean clothes washed, dried and put away pots and pans helped boys with their computer |
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Post by roadrunner on Jun 4, 2012 10:47:58 GMT -5
Good Day All Thanks Saffron I am really feeling it today, dragging. Thanks Lion we are rebounding from the tragedy the students are doing exceptionally well. This is Exam Week for my students please keep them in your thoughts and prayers this week. Round of 6(s) to get me going for the day.DDs clothes ;D Frig ;D Stove ;D Bill Clutter ;D Hallway ;D Meds  ;DFind info on publisher ;De-mail ;DCharge DD ipod ;DFind MP3 ;DDownloaded Music ;DPlans next day ;DHeart to Heart with DD -- Very disappointed she did not get to play infield during game all the other girls did. I have noticed that the coach does seem to ignore DD. DD has a lot of natural ability but she does not live eat and breath sports. She plays them but right now her true love is books and writing. It will be better next year will probably have a different coach. Plus all but 3 of the girls on the team also play travel ball. I really do not think travel ball players should play rec ball as well. Kids that really would like to play and get better can not through rec ball because the travel ball players get the infield spots. Maintain ;DDS Clean up area ;DDD Pick up clothes ;DStart Dishwasher  ;DCoffee ;DBreakfast ;DFeed Fur Babies ;DMade Dr. Appointment for DD -- She has swimmers ear in both ears. ;D1st period exam --DONE ;DMac to student to finish project ;DFlip Cam to student to finish project ;DPick up DS ;DTake DS to DH ;DHome -- Get softball stuff ;DTake DD to appointment ;DPhone call about Addon ;DWalmart for photos ;DDD softball ;DDS Boy Scouts ;DGrocery Store Maintain ;DLoad to wash ;DLoad to dryer ;DFold ;DPut Away ;DDishwasher Unloaded ;DDishwasher loaded ;DMake Bed ;DSwish and Swipe  1st set of 6(s) -- WORK ;DTop of Work Station ;DReview grades ;DList for Mac Check Off ;DRegister for Conference ;DStart an Elements Test ;DReviewed iMovie for 5th grade graduation 2nd set of 6(s) -- WORK ;DFile to student ;DTop of Work Station ;DAdd Grades to spreadsheet ;DList for Mac Check Off ;DFind File ;DCopied to Desk top ;DForward registration information -- Prior Approval ;DSent e-mail ;DSelect question for test -- Program slow -- I guess that is because everyone a cross the state is testing, will have to make later tonight. 3rd Round of 6(s) -- HOME ;DDD Pants and Jammie Drawer ;DOrganized Clothes Hangers ;DFrig -- Removed all science projects and out of date stuff ;DStove -- Spread top for let sit until next Rof6 ;DRemoved out of date meds for ears, nose and misc ;DBill Clutter -- sorted through past weeks mail filed some from filing pile ;DHallway removed all towels and other misc. stuff from corner under stairs for vacuuming tomorrow ;DPut Christmas Stuff together -- Yes I still have some Christmas stuff out  ;DVan Detail cleaned top of driver door 4th round of 6(s) -- HOME ;DDDs clothes -- Tanks and shirts sorted for summer switcher over ;DFrig -- removed door expired and cleaned a bit ;DStove -- Cleaned vent and stove top ;DBill Clutter -- Finished filing all to file stuff ;DMade new folder for bank info ;DHallway -- sorted through towels ect for washing, tossing or giving away ;DDiscarded -- out of date pain relievers, sinus meds, and vitamins |
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Post by cando on Jun 4, 2012 12:15:46 GMT -5
RR -- Hope your DD's ears are better, quickly!
BTW, you sound like such a wonderful teacher!!! Your students are lucky to have you!
Saf -- Hope you have a safe trip!
CB -- Good luck on the nasty hall carpet! I know you're not feeling well, so take it easy.
Diane -- Thank you! Have a nice day!
Lioness! We all love you! Thank you for adding so much to our thread!
Andrea, SM and everyone else that I've missed due to poor memory & all that are reading along -- Hope you all have a lovely day!
Water:
made my bed
*took thyroid med
*emptied kitchen trash & replaced bag
*emptied back bathroom trash & replaced bag
*emptied my bedroom trash
emptied front bathroom trash & replaced bag
*4 bags of trash to outside can
*broke down 2 boxes with carton cutter and stomping on them
*took 4 empty boxes to outside recycle can
*took 1 bag of recycable bottles/cans/jars to outside recycle can
took 4 sacks/bags of papers to outside recycle can
*put catalog in recycle bag -- was hard to toss it as I really wanted to keep it & possibly order something in the future. Told myself that I could look on-line at their website when I'm ready to purchase.
*med to Puppy
*fed dogs
*called in RX refill
put 4 bags of giveaways out for American Kidney Fund
*did push-ups (6 regular, 14 bent-knee, 20 wall)
*did back exercises (did 10 extra sit-ups/crunches so 50 total)
*dressed2shoes, brushed teeth & hair, lipstick
*faxed form to close HSA & debit cards
phone call re: form I faxed
*paid bill
*dropped off utility payment
*dropped off another payment at post office
*shopped for shoes for aerobics/zumba -- Bought a pair at Reeboks factory outlet store. I hope these will be okay...
changed my shirt & brushed teeth & hair, again
*went to class
*took bp med
*took calcium pill & Vit D pill
*folded/hung load of laundry
put that load away
*put another load in washer
*5 papers into recycle bag
CD 
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Post by roadrunner on Jun 4, 2012 12:29:44 GMT -5
Thanks Cando and I am lucky to be able to teach. I love my students and what I do I am blessed. Will update on DD's ears after appointment.
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