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Post by goldenthreads on Dec 28, 2023 18:17:18 GMT -5
Hi, razy! I know what you mean about building confidence in sewing. I plan to start knitting for fun, and I will be doing a lot of rectangles.
Good to see you back, missjean. Went to library. Went to grocery store. Got little more than the bare minimum; rambling about frugality and seeing seahorse 's post about having enough made me decide to get serious about using pantry items. Put away groceries. Put away dishes. Find more papers and other things to declutter. Email P. Call B. Call F.
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Post by BetsyMarie on Dec 28, 2023 20:18:17 GMT -5
Work in the bedroom continues. No pain, no gain. -filled a medium size trash bag -filled medium recy container -half filled donate box -general pupa todo: -more of the same I hope I'm not done for the day, but you never know.
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Post by missjean on Dec 28, 2023 20:19:00 GMT -5
goldenthreads good job on pantry-item using. I'm running out of steam. I did the dishes and brought in the decorations, but I'm going to get ready for bed, just in case I need to crash.
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Post by razy on Dec 28, 2023 21:58:29 GMT -5
Great work here today well done everyone! Finished sewing project- it would not win any prizes but I am happy I have done it and I will try again, this time I will use an actual pattern instead of making one up Made a sandwich for lunch and took it to the place where I am feeding cats and had lunch with them. Cleaned up some broken glass while I was there Did some shopping- only necessities and plants - I am on the frugality bandwagon too. Went for a 5k+ walk with a friend and got home just before a tropical style thunder storm Decide on what we are having for dinner. It will involve leftovers and things from the garden Tidy up sewing stuff Make dinner
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Post by BetsyMarie on Dec 28, 2023 22:39:54 GMT -5
Probably the last gasp of the day in the bedroom: -picked up some coins from the floor -rolled up an out of control cord and tied it up -moved misc things to the perimeter of the room -shooed the cats out, and vacuumed. todo: -relax and make the last cup of cocoa for the day. It's been a good day.
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Post by oust on Dec 28, 2023 23:56:44 GMT -5
My hung laundry is all dry so now to fold / iron put away Electric blanket turned on upstairs
Working for the next 8 days so not much will be done but I hope DH keeps up with a few things.
Good to see everyone before the New Year!
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Post by seahorse on Dec 29, 2023 8:48:34 GMT -5
Good morning WITers! Great work yesterday (and today for razy)! Great that you can save money on the PO Box missjean. I'm in frugal mode this January, too, especially around food. Good luck with using pantry items goldenthreads! Forgot to post this entry last evening, so I'll do it now... From yesterday TA DA Straightened up tree skirt (and kitty has already mussed it up again!) Finished turning on window candles - I did forget a few earlier! Tidied up foyer area and took more misc stuff upstairs Cleaned up some of the laundry mess - put away extra hangers, gathered up bags, etc Put away dry dishes Washed lunch dishes Tidied up downstairs in prep for neighbor coming over for dinner Wiped off kitchen tables Put out dishes/silverware/etc Ordered pizza that I will go pick up in a little while Picked up pizza Welcomed neighbor inside and we had pizza by the tree Laid on the couch for too long after neighbor left and went to bed waaaay too late Friend is arriving in about two hours for a visit, so I must get moving! TA DA NYT puzzles and texted with friend about said puzzles Started to think about 2024 goals/dreams TO DO Brush mouth guard Any clean dishes to put away? Put last night's dishes in sink Quick downstairs tidying (thankfully it's mostly in good shape at the moment!)
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Post by seahorse on Dec 29, 2023 9:33:17 GMT -5
TA DA Brushed mouth guard Put away clean dishes Put last night's dishes in sink Quick downstairs tidying Brought a few misc items upstairs
TO DO Quickly deal with kitty pans even though I don't wanna! Replenish kitty food and water
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Post by BetsyMarie on Dec 29, 2023 9:45:04 GMT -5
I'm up and have enthusiasm in my heart. 4 days left in '23! While Motivation usually does follow Action, you gotta start the Action first. Hey BetsyMarie ! I attend CLA meetings which uses some AA literature. Today's reading was "Suit up and Show up" It reminds me of one of the decluttering books I read many years ago where they stressed getting up, getting dressed, and start moving! "Suiting up and showing up are the concrete actions I take in my ongoing return to normal living." (Daily Reflections) I'm finally realizing that just starting is the most important aspect, and sometimes hardest to do, of cleaning/clearing the house. I really enjoy relaxing or would rather do something fun, even if it's strenuous, than 'cleaning house'. It's especially difficult when it's early (like now) and I'd rather enjoy the cool, quiet, and calm of the house, and the sunrise. This maybe my favorite time of the day, which one of life's perks. So I do. Then, eventually, it's time to apply Nike's "Just do it" and just start, whether I want to or not. Including accepting that it might not be fun, but it is necessary. "No pain, no gain". I'm just working this out after many decades on earth. done: -up, morning routine -cat needs met -cocoa made and sipped todo: -toss compostibles into the garden -declutter in the bedroom esp boxes near the door -clear/clean area around the nightstand
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Post by missjean on Dec 29, 2023 10:39:03 GMT -5
I'm finally realizing that just starting is the most important aspect, and sometimes hardest to do, of cleaning/clearing the house. I really enjoy relaxing or would rather do something fun, even if it's strenuous, than 'cleaning house'. It's especially difficult when it's early (like now) and I'd rather enjoy the cool, quiet, and calm of the house, and the sunrise. ; You took the words out of my head! I've "wasted" half the morning reading in the sunshine and now I'm fighting inertia. 1. Showered 2. Dressed 3. Washed some more containers (funny how I feel they must be clean for donation but not really for myself!) 1. Make bed 2. Errands 3. Laundry 🧺
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Post by seahorse on Dec 29, 2023 10:57:59 GMT -5
Hello missjean and BetsyMarie!! I have to say that reading in the sunshine sounds like a lovely way to start the day missjean! And I love how you make and sip cocoa BetsyMarie. TA DA Quickly dealt with kitty pans even though I didn't wanna! Replenished kitty food and water Before I had time to resist - I got myself in the shower and washed my hair Combed out wet hair Got dressed Turned on window candles and tree Washed last night's dinner dishes Tidied up a bit downstairs Brushed teeth Friend should be arriving soon and I feel ready!! Good luck today everyone!!
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Post by beesnest on Dec 29, 2023 10:58:45 GMT -5
Good morning listies I have plans Hope I have roungtoit energy
to do clean bathtub take shower take down old shower curtain
to do hang new shower curtain sweep laundry room change furnace filter( a two minute job but the old one is stuck in slot)
ta da breakfast cereal and mandarin orange fill dishwasher put new scrubbers under sink I bought some Dawn Power Wash spray..I will report back to say if it is any different that the regular Dawn.
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Post by goldenthreads on Dec 29, 2023 11:34:12 GMT -5
Good morning! Put away dishes. Started dishes soaking. Made bed and had meds. Make a written list of steps to pick up the floor and the sofa, and how to deal with the stuff on them. I stare at the mess and then my mind goes elsewhere. Find more papers and other things to declutter. Shower and get dressed. Email P. Call B. Call F.
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Post by BetsyMarie on Dec 29, 2023 13:56:18 GMT -5
I enjoyed my morning, as usual, and when I began to feel over-indulgent, I reminded myself that it was time to move on. That 'no pain,no gain' and went to work. I still didn't enjoy it, but I did start, and continued, and got things done. I'm seeking a good, consistent balance between work and play.
-went through 4-5 medium boxes -consolidated two boxes of extra toiletries into one box, and put away. Some of these I may never have to buy again. -took misc items to their various rooms -attended to an email
todo: -finish clearing the table next to the bed for a better sorting spot. -take out the recycling -work on the night stand area, not too late in the day to keep dust low
including today, 3 days left in 2023.
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Post by razy on Dec 29, 2023 16:07:49 GMT -5
I hear you on the getting started thing.... Started load of washing Coffee I am currently trying to resist the lure of the internet.... Suit up Kitchening Chickening
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