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Aug. 14, 2006
Home again!
Posted in Home Life
It's such a blessing to visit friends, but it does make one exhausted, especially when the one driving doesn't get home until 1:30 AM! But, I had a relaxing and refreshing weekend. I'm just not ready to think about cooking dinner, doing laundry, and tossing clutter again.
I think that today I'll print some Fly Lady things. I had the chance to read Sink Reflections (a very quick read) while at my friend's house, and it inspired me to give Fly Lady a try. I dabbled with the idea a number of years ago, but I never "got my wings." (ha ha) I think that it might be an effective way to help me manage the housework and the children's chores. Plus, I enjoy investigating new systems of organization and household management. I'm eager to start the 27 fling boogie. I'm eager to get my kids to start the 27 fling boogie!
I finished my bedroom painting, and I'm truly pleased with the results. It is nice and darkishly cozy with the shades all drawn, and it's bright and cheery with the shades all open. Plus, it really brings out the colors in the quilt and curtains. If I get motivated, I'll post a picture.
Ah, the kids were just invited to a friend's house for the afternoon, so I'll have the time free to print Fly Lady stuff, clean, and think about supper. Hmmm...how about something involving ground beef?
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Aug. 14, 2006 - I did miss you!
Posted by OurLittleSchoolRoom
I wondered how I could have a post up for two whole days, and not garner a single comment, not even from you! (tee-hee) It was a very dead weekend.
I started on Flylady recently. I had been doing Dandelion Seeds Clean Heart Clean Home challenge, but that went out the window the week before I started school. I needed something that was a little bit at a time--not an all-day project--although I really appreciate what Amy has done! I still use some of her stuff, and will probably start the Challenge again when I have more time.
I like Flylady's routines. I haven't tried the 27 fling boogie. Most of the stuff I could "boogie" is in boxes in the garage, and the rest of the house I am doing a bit at a time. I went through all my clothes in the spring. I had inherited a new (to me) wardrobe from a good friend who had passed away, and her clothes fit better, or were in better condition than a lot of mine. I do get a bit overwhelmed by all the emails at times--skim and delete.
I also subscribed to Saving Dinner. Their recipes are good, and usually not difficult to make. I really like the ingredients list--so I can plan my shopping. The family has liked almost everything I've made.
Probably more than you wanted to know. Guess I'm glad to have someone to "talk to".
Blessings,
Karen
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Aug. 14, 2006 - Choc-chip ice-cream would be good...
Posted by OurLittleSchoolRoom
especially if it were mint. Hope you found something non-sugary. I eat the occasional chocolate bar, and we have ice-cream when it is hot, but not every day. Other than that, we are not big on desserts. DH eats chocolate all the time--keeps him happy. The kids have a small piece of chocolate or candy a day, but that is it. Actually, given a choice, DD would prefer a slice of summer sausage to a sweet. DS has a sweet tooth.
I like a good meal, and that is where I tend to eat too much. I am trying to cut back a little.
I'll be your Flylady buddy, but I doubt I'd be much good at holding you accountable. (Grin) It will be fun to do it together.
Blessings,
Karen
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Aug. 19, 2006 - ground beef sounds good
Posted by LindaUlmer
Hey, this is funny. Just before reading your blog, I was at the Flylady website myself. My first time! I have heard so many good things about it and I need some serious inspiration this week. We will start school on Mon. the 28th. I am trying to ignore the fact that I have a farmers quantity of grapes and apples that I will need to address soon. I guess I just need to schedule it in, right?! I will invite Bonnie to help me since she is in a canning groove this year.
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