schnapps
New Member
Joined: September 2008
Posts: 4 
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Post by schnapps on Sept 24, 2008 10:39:26 GMT -5
Hi everyone - I'm new here, since I'm introducing myself. I hesitated for a while before joining, but after reading through the original Squalor Survivor site, thought that this would do me some good.
I think I can safely say I'm in 1st degree - the household chores getting out of hand and all - but I know that if it weren't for my husband I would very easily slip into 2nd degree.
So I'm hoping that by joining here I can nip this in the bud before it goes any further. I've always been very messy and I love being in a clean house, but can never seem to get my own place the way I would like it to be - not perfection, but relatively tidy. Looking forward to hearing from you all!
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Post by pegasus48 on Sept 24, 2008 11:41:10 GMT -5
Welcome aboard, schnapps.  We all struggle with the same or similar issues here, and you are sure to get ideas and suggestions on how to fight the mess. Good luck!! |
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Post by houseworkhater on Sept 24, 2008 13:38:29 GMT -5
i am in the same situation...welcome!
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Post by messymimi on Sept 24, 2008 18:01:45 GMT -5
Welcome, schnapps !
We live at level 1 to 2, and my Sweetie is an archaeologist by training, so a major packrat. I'm not much better, unable to say no to family "heirlooms" that I have no room for.
Here's hoping we can all inspire each other as we get better.
messymimi
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schnapps
New Member
Joined: September 2008
Posts: 4
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Post by schnapps on Sept 25, 2008 6:21:29 GMT -5
Thanks for the lovely welcome, everyone!
I look around me and see piles everywhere. Sigh.
I'm trying the 10-minute timer trick - have managed to put dishes away so far, that's one step!!
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Post by Vivre on Sept 25, 2008 7:52:40 GMT -5
Welcome S!!! The old board was amazing and this one is growing too  I LIVE by the timer, my friend  ... I do 15s and 30s... it is amazing how that helps. when i get burnt on that, i do by threes (as in toss 3 things or do three actions, etc) Usually when I do a bog toss, I don't count unless i am trying to motivate myself, then i toss in sets of 5-10. I vary from being pretty close to maintenance to 'bad days' but lately, things are sunshine, baby! Looking forward to getting to know you!!! |
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Post by heylady1 on Sept 25, 2008 14:26:28 GMT -5
Welcome Schnapps!! Glad you found us here! 
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Post by crazycatlady on Sept 29, 2008 21:03:41 GMT -5
Welcome, Schnapps. I'm glad that you found us, and I hope that you learn the skills that you need to reclaim your home. 
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