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Post by mylittlescholar on Sept 3, 2019 17:23:56 GMT -5
ack, no trash? how many units are in your building, Diane?
I've followed oust's lead and have been steaming in the kitchen, while watching Netflix. Also threw in a load of towels.
DONE: 4/5ths of the counter dishwasher stove blender juicer toaster
TO DO: 1/5th of counter microwave
vent hood and fan coffee maker jars
fridge
flip laundry
then the floors... don't need to leave for 4.5 more hours, really. DXH just texted me he got bonus on his job, so he is really happy!
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Post by oust on Sept 3, 2019 17:49:59 GMT -5
How is the streaming going? Is it getting the dirt off? I used it on a microwave and it blew a short...water and Electric. Only on the front though. I let it dry out and a few hours later it was good to go, and much cleaner.
Roomba is vacuuming I had a 30 minute pick up All laundry ready in the bag Recycling ready to go out
I do need to empty the fridge. That will make dishes
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Post by mylittlescholar on Sept 3, 2019 18:33:16 GMT -5
It's definitely an improvement. I've been using microfiber cloths. I didn't get the grease drips from the inside of the hood. Might take it off and repaint it. I've tried to be cautious with the electric appliances! But I love not having to rinse!
DONE:1/5th of counter microwave
vent hood and fan coffee maker jars
fridge
flip laundry
NEXT UP:
fold laundry put everything back wash the pots and pans run the dishwasher get out the vacuum move stuff for easier vacuuming
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Post by dtesposito on Sept 3, 2019 18:33:22 GMT -5
ack, no trash? how many units are in your building, Diane?There are 13 units here scholar, we generate a lot of trash--I hope that with the new company they have more pickups or a larger dumpster for recycling. We have equal size dumpsters for each but the recycling is only picked up once a week and always fills up after half a week--and the garbage is picked up 3 times a week and is never full--in the middle of the week pickup it's sometimes only 1/3 full. So I hope the board noticed that and got service that better reflects what we're doing. And wouldn't you know, I've started a project that is going to generate a lot of recycling... I worked on my bathroom shelves project but am not done--I'm down to sorting tiny things in bins and needed a break. So...I looked again at my plant room to see where I could fit another small plant light, and the only thing I can come up with is getting rid of more stuff in favor of a light. I still have a stash of newspaper in there from when I had the pigeon--I went through a ton of it in her cage, but now that I only have the parakeets I don't need much. So I'm going to get rid of at least half of it. I also need space on a shelf for some of those photo boxes, which means I'm going through my "maybe" books again. So far I've decided to let go of 14 books. That's not nearly enough to clear enough of the shelf, though. And, I foolishly decided to look at my music themed books--which have been taking up half a shelf since I've lived in this place. Not only did I take a trip down memory lane, I got a good snout-full of dust that is going to irritate my sinuses for the rest of the day. Five music books are ready to go out to the little library. It will be fascinating to see if anyone takes them--they are from the days of 80s British New Wave. If not I will have to recycle them, which will hurt. Time to move on, though. And I will look at the music books again tomorrow--I am now officially on decision overload and can no longer think straight. I guess it's time for dinner soon. Diane
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Post by oust on Sept 3, 2019 19:26:37 GMT -5
New wave. I was into that. Many moons ago.
I just took out the trash, it was heavy And the recycling was a lot too. I had to squeeze it in the big blue cans cos they were full, so I pushed it down. Trash is over flowing. We also need more dumpsters or an extra collection.
But, much better now it's out.
When I came home today B said to me don't touch anything! He saw how I gazed at his piles. But, I did empty the shredder and he had it a third full. Not bad. He must work on it.
I'm leaving the dishes for tomorrow. I sprayed them after a rinse just to kill any odor. I'm done with stinky things in my life.
Beautiful day today. Only have my 6 by 12 balcony now, not an acre of gardens, but hey, it is what it is.
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Post by ohblondie on Sept 3, 2019 19:40:47 GMT -5
So, on a whim I went to big box store after work. Before I knew it I had a cart full of nice fall clothes and bras. I need bras. I tried everything on and realized I really don't need anything. I held on to a flannel shirt then talked myself down. I have flannel shirts from when I worked in sporting goods type store and fashion Store. I can't wear them to work. How many do I really need? And if I need one I can just reach into DS or DH closet and grab one. Or go to thrift store and buy one. So it went back. I also was jonesing for fall decorations. I had some in my cart and realized I have a crap load at home. So I bought a few pots to help my parents repot a dish garden. And some potting soil and I left..... without the crap.
Now I am gathering up summer clothes to pack away. I ate my leftovers for dinner. So full....
Time to wash some dishes too!
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Post by dtesposito on Sept 3, 2019 20:15:23 GMT -5
N ew wave. I was into that. The music still sounds good oust! I listen to it often. I just don't need books about the bands. B said to me don't touch anything! He saw how I gazed at his piles. I left..... without the crap.Yay! Good for you, ohblondie! You already have lots of good crap at home! I had dinner, and then my decluttering client called. We were on the phone a long time because I had to tell her that a dog she used to walk, and loved, had died last week. So did the dog's owner. Then my sister called, but after about half an hour, when I told her she had to hold on so I could turn the DVR on to tape my favorite news program, she said we could talk tomorrow instead. So now I'm watching the show and will start getting ready for bed. I'm glad I'm off tomorrow--I might go out in the morning to the library though, depending on the weather. Next: Clean up from dinner Put phone away Cat feeding Wash cat food dishes Diane
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Post by mylittlescholar on Sept 3, 2019 20:28:55 GMT -5
I would definitely be distracted by that box of books, Diane!
When I posted on my moving thread, it helped me come to grips with this weeks schedule. I am leaving for three weeks in CA in SIX DAYS!!! right now I have something scheduled every single day except Sunday. This isn't gonna be easy. I might literally chuck it all and start over. Just rip off the bandaid.
DONE: fold everything put it away empty "take downstairs" basket put stuff away on DR table put stuff back on counters wash pots and pans start DW
NEXT UP: vacuum vacuum vacuum
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Post by ohblondie on Sept 3, 2019 20:48:46 GMT -5
Dishes done. Cali had a nice long walk. I am in bed
Nite everyone!
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Post by dtesposito on Sept 3, 2019 21:01:59 GMT -5
Good night ohblondie!
I might literally chuck it all and start over. Just rip off the bandaid.
What do you mean scholar, are you going to cancel your appointments?
The film from the Bahamas is just heartbreaking. I hope this storm moves out away from our coast.
Next:
Scoop litter pans Give everyone fresh water Restock water in fridge Check locks
Diane
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Post by magda on Sept 3, 2019 21:58:47 GMT -5
We had a good day! Tomorrow thousands of children here are off to school, including my DD! Praying she has a good day. She is mostly excited.
This morning, while dd was sleeping in and then getting ready, I cleaned the litter and worked on my basement project
I did two things and my goal is five. I emptied one tote which was from. Stash and dash. Put the the stuff in it away and for my second task, I then filled it with some thing that were jut piled on totes -mostly Christmas stuff -so that makes it look neater
Then we went to a popular town diner for lunch - it was a carb circus!!
I had an omelette with avocado and tomato. It came with hash browns and toast. I love that!I But I did not eat it yay
Then I took DD to enjoy a Back to school manicure.
Then we went to a Specialty store for which she had a Gift certificate
Then we stopped at my sister’s so DD could print out her schedule as our printers connection is iffy
Then home
Rested for a bit. DD thankfully wanted leftovers for dinner so she had those snd I ate some high Protein food. I then took. 45 minutes walk which was at sunset and I saw six deer!
Then back home Did the dishes Changed the sheets on my bed Started a New load of laundry
I have to get up an hour earlier tomorrow as the school world takes over so bed soon, but I want to do three things in the basement even tiny things , to keep up with my five. Day goal Then round up cats and go to bed Gnite
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Post by dtesposito on Sept 3, 2019 22:44:14 GMT -5
Good night magda, I'm glad you have a good final day off--now just 3 days of work and it'll be the weekend again!
I'm just about finished with my night time routine--I'm getting to bed just a little earlier than usual but that's okay, baby steps.
I got a lot done today on my decluttering projects but the result is that the living room is a mess again. I just can't concentrate on all areas at the same time!
Goodnight everyone, see you in the morning!
Diane
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Post by magda on Sept 3, 2019 23:00:56 GMT -5
Thanks Diane, I forgot about the joy of a shorter work week!
So I did three tasks in basement. Cleaned up a mess. Stacked a tote. Found some things to toss. I was waylaid by finding a box of papers from my grad school days. I have to really focus on just organizing stuff. Little easy purges. I won’t make the deadline if I lose myself in memories
Rounded up cats Fed them again! They were so expectant. They always have dry food available but they love the wet.
Now in bed. Can’t believe school starts!!!!
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Post by dtesposito on Sept 4, 2019 7:36:16 GMT -5
Good morning!
I was up at a decent time today, despite the fact that it turned really cool overnight and sleeping was heavenly. I have eaten breakfast and am ready to start working.
TO DO:
Clean up from breakfast Scoop litter pans Plant lights on 5 minutes on computer desk 5 minutes on bathroom shelves
Diane
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Post by ohblondie on Sept 4, 2019 8:17:33 GMT -5
ugh - did not sleep well - I believe it was what I ate. It stinks getting older......
Up and out early - with schools starting I wanted to allow extra time to get to work. I only passed (had to stop for) one school bus.
I did make my lunch and coffee.
My staff that was on maternity leave returned today. I will be busy trying to get her up to speed. I am also looking for an email from 2 1/2 years ago. Ugh - like looking for a needle in a haystack.
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