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Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 6, 2006
8:22 PM Post #2475916
| I had a crazy idea while doing a marathon clean for weekend house guests. What if we played a sort of "Tag, you're it!" cleaning game where someone suggests a chore that we all do on a certain day, this chore should take about 30 minutes. If you can't do that day's chore...so what?! (Ask one of your kids or DH to do it??? Yeah, sure!!!) Then someone--the next one to post--suggests something for the next week.
That way, we can chat here about "HOW **BAD** IT WAS" and give tips on how we did it! Behind my bed on the wood trim was the worst...a solid "dust bunny" of feathers from pillows and dust...wow...how did I breathe???! lol
"TAG, YOU'RE IT"...ANYONE WHO WANTS TO NAME THE NEXT CHORE, CALL IT! WE ALL PROBABLY NEED TO DO IT!
EDITED WEEKLY TO ANNOUNCE THE LATEST GOAL EACH WEEK:
THURSDAY, JULY 13: MASTER BATH
TUESDAY, JULY 18: REFRIGERATOR
THURSDAY, JULY 20: GET DOWN THOSE HARD-TO-REACH WHAT-NOTS OR DECO ITEMS AND SUDS-CLEAN THEM IN THE SINK TO REMOVE LAYERS OF GRIME! :)
TUESDAY, JULY 25: ORGANIZE/CLEAN THE PANTRY
THURSDAY, JULY 27: BASEBOARDS!!
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3: ORGANIZE THE LINEN CLOSET
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10: HOSE DOWN THOSE SPIDER WEBS/ DIRT DAUBER NESTS FROM OUTSIDE WALLS / WINDOWS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17: WASH ANY COLLECTIBLES YOU DIDN'T CLEAN ON JULY 20. OR...IF YOU DID THEM ALL...TAKE A WELL-DESERVED REST!
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24: CLEAN OUT A "STORAGE' OR 'JUNK' CLOSET
Thursday, August 31: Clean your bedroom!!
Thursday, Sept 14: Suck the dust mites out of your upholstery!!!
WE WILL ONLY DO THURSDAYS FROM NOW ON...
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teateacher
Franklin Springs, GA
(Zone 7b)
July 6, 2006
9:42 PM Post #2476252
| Now that sounds like a fun way to get it done. I have overnight company coming Saturday afternoon so I know I'll be up Friday night and Saturday morning working like a little beaver! It's my son and his family and the one thing worse than a mother-in-law coming is a DAUGHTER-IN-LAW snooping around! sr
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Tir_Na_Nog
July 7, 2006
1:03 PM Post #2478544
| LOL teateacher! I get so stressed when the in-laws visit...heck, even my parents now that I'm an adult and everyone has their eye on what I've done around here. I'd of never thought of having my grown children (someday!) coming over. It's easy to chalk it up to leaving it messy then because of the grandkids though. =) "I'll just have to pick up when they leave" kinda thing. |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 7, 2006
3:55 PM Post #2479170
| When I read "tag cleaning," I thought you were wanting to start a volunteer group to go around and clean off the spray-painted "tags" that street gangs leave on public places. I thought it seemed such a strange suggestion! LOL
I always think it's a good thing that I sometimes have houseguests because it forces what a friend describes as my "paroxysms of cleaning." I also root out every dust bunny, clean behind and under everything, make the fridge look like a store display, and am amazed to find this house gets enough dust on some windowsills to grow potatoes!
My favorite advice from my precious mother-in-law (whose house was ALWAYS immaculate, btw): "If someone comes to your house and peers into corners looking for dust, TELL THEM TO GO HOME!" |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 7, 2006
7:54 PM Post #2480066
| okay...there are 4 of us here now...does anyone want to suggest a little cleaning job for this coming Tuesday?? We can all do it, and then report that evening or the next day how it went--or didn't!~ :)
Biv...sorry about the misleading title! I just thought if one person suggests something, then the next person to check in at the end of the day can suggest another for the next day...and tag...you're it!
I know this sounds like a little thing, but I really need to take my lamp shades OUTSIDE and smack them lightly with a slightly damp, clean dish cloth. I do it every year, and boy, they really collect dust in the little crevices! Does that sound like a good, first goal??
And...maybe we should just do this say.. . Tue and Thursday of each week. That would probably be enough...yes? |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 8, 2006
11:05 AM Post #2481981
| Okay, tag you are IT! Tuesday is the 11th is Clean the Master Bathroom day. I hope you all read the thread about how you can take the vinyl shower curtain down and throw it in the washer. I usually let mine soak in the washer for a while with some bleach to get the mildew/mold off.
The heavier liners hold up betther over time.
I'd love to see before and after pictures.
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bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 8, 2006
12:31 PM Post #2482236
| I'll just have fun lurking and watching your tag game, but I'll pass on joining for now. It's a bit hard right now for me to keep any kind of schedule, even just a Tues./Thurs. thing. Happy cleaning! |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 8, 2006
6:10 PM Post #2483143
| Hey Biv...glad to see ya here, even if you just watch!
Okay...DarlinDeb called it...Tue is
***MASTER BATH***
day...we're talking some serious stuff here, like the grout lines or a junk drawer (haha...mine are all like that right now!)...but you only HAVE to do 30 minutes!!! That makes the chore more manageable...right??
Okay...since I just did a major clean last week, I'll be doing drawers and cabinets. AND, since I just cleaned...guess where last-minute stuff that I didn't have time to organize went...?? Look at these bathroom drawers with "papers" in them!! lol
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Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 8, 2006
6:14 PM Post #2483157
| And here's a tangled costume jewelry drawer with--guess what--more quickly stashed papers!!!! (The story of my life, it seems!! lol) 
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Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 8, 2006
6:19 PM Post #2483171
| And this is something I need help with...I have something cloudy on my slate bath floor. It may be hard-mineral deposits from dripping after my bath?? What do I clean it with? I tried a lime/rust/ hard mineral cleanser and it didn't do the trick!! 
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katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 8, 2006
7:48 PM Post #2483533
| Oh, I will take on the "master bath cleaning challenge" I will have it easy on this one, guys, since we only have one bathroom in the whole entire house!! :) |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 8, 2006
10:48 PM Post #2484163
| Connie, it may depend on the cleaner you used. Some simply don't work, while others do. Try a different brand. Sorry, but I can't recall the brand I used that worked. I think Lime Away was one that didn't. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 8, 2006
11:10 PM Post #2484246
| All right, KatyM! We're excited that you've joined us! Anything to motivate us to clean house regularly, huh? I find that I let things go until someone is coming to visit, and then it's "Oh shoot...I'd better clean the entire house!" LOL
Okay Deb...I posted my messy drawers...where are YOUR pics? :) |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 8, 2006
11:34 PM Post #2484362
| Connie: I am in the same boat with you guys. My house always looks like a tornado ran through it. then when someone wants to come over I turn into the evil mom that makes everyone pitch in and help frantically so the house looks spotless when company arrives (as if it always does).
HA!!
Katy |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 9, 2006
12:59 PM Post #2485782
| Hmmm, isn't that known as "the flight of the bumble bee"??? hehehe I'm *very* familiar with that! LOL |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 9, 2006
7:53 PM Post #2486981
| All rightttt... IO1...are you in for some master bath cleaning next Tuesday or just lurking here, watching us work? lol
I'll probably do mine Monday night, as I'm flying out to Lubbock to help my daughter move on Tuesday. But...I love having a "scheduled time" for that chore! I'm always in a better mood about doing something dreaded if I have a scheduled time and it's a few days in advance! |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 9, 2006
8:45 PM Post #2487130
| Well, I'm starting PT on Monday for a problem with my right arm, but that bathroom still has to be cleaned. *yuck* I'll be cleaning mine right along with ya. It might not be quite as much of a workout as yours ... but hey, anything's better than nothing, right? :-) |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 10, 2006
9:41 AM Post #2488705
| Yupe, something is better than nothing. Here is a drawer picture. 
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Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 10, 2006
4:41 PM Post #2490348
| Darlindeb...I have no idea how old anyone here is...but...do you by any chance know Orlene Doty's family in Claremore? I believe she has a brother who still lives in the Claremore area. She and I were room mates while I was in Houston for college! I'm 55 and Orlene would be about 60, I think. |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 10, 2006
4:49 PM Post #2490371
| Ya know what? This is indeed a place where you might meet someone you know or who knows someone you know. The other day on DG I "met" someone who grew up in E. Germany and just bought a house in my hometown in the Midwest...on the street where my mother used to live.
M. |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 10, 2006
9:52 PM Post #2491413
| Well, I haven't lived in Claremore all that long; however, there are two Dotys listed in the phone book here. You want me to track her down for ya?
I do know some long time residents I could ask about her. Claremore is just growing faster everyday. |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 12, 2006
7:45 AM Post #2496328
| Well, I got the bathroom pretty well done. I discovered "Dawn" dishwashing liquid will take that built up gunk off fiberglass shower walls.
The drawers in the master bathroom are all my hubby's. I discovered he won't throw things out even if they are outdated. The funniest thing I found was a flat top comb with a level in it. He didn't know he had that.
In 30 minutes I could clean the shower, toilet, mirror, counter and wipe out and reorganize 3 drawers.
Okay, what's next? |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 12, 2006
12:35 PM Post #2497314
| okay, I whimped out on y'all. No heavy house work for me right now while doing pt. :-(
If you can get all that done in 30 mins ... yours doesnt look like mine. LOL |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 13, 2006
6:23 PM Post #2502537
| Well, it's Thursday and nobody has " tagged" back in. I'm gonna work on the downstairs bathroom tonight. What are you all doing? |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 13, 2006
8:24 PM Post #2503047
| Sorry guys I actually did finish the 1st challenge. I just forgot to come back and post my progress. I have two boys and of course the DH so our one bathroom in the house has to be cleaned weekly because of the trouble they have with ringing the toilet (my boys are young-- youngest is just starting to potty train).
Tonight I have nothing planned. Is there a new challenge? |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 16, 2006
12:36 AM Post #2510913
| I'm back in town for about 12 hours...and then off to Houston for a few days! I got the drawers straightened out but don't have time for pics. Will return in about 3 days...and will be in the cleaning club again!!! What's next??? |
mauryhillfarm
Vashon, WA
(Zone 8b)
July 16, 2006
1:16 AM Post #2510976
| I didn't know how it was going to go for me, so I didn't jump in at the beginning. However, I did try to clean the master bathroom. I got the sink, tub and toilet done, but not the floor or shower curtain. Then I knew I had company coming, so I thoroughly cleaned the other bathroom. Two for one isn't too bad. Since nobady else has mentioned a new chore, I suggest the dreaded refrigerator as the project for this Tuesday. Now other people might be able to do their whole kitchen, but I have to keep my goals reachable. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 16, 2006
1:20 AM Post #2510982
| Mauryhillfarm...LOVE the idea of just the refer!! That's the idea here... ONE 30-minute chore and that's it!! Then if you want to do more...go for it!
TUESDAY, July 18: THE REFRIGERATOR!!!
Now...I've got to go pack for my Houston trip. I'll be home this coming Tuesday night probably...maybe Wed...
See y'all then! |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 16, 2006
11:38 AM Post #2511782
| I must be psychic I already started on the Frig yesterday. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
11:51 AM Post #2511822
| Hey! I'm sorry I missed out on the start of this...but I just got home for Drdon's RU last Monday night and couldn't get organized...but I'm up for theis Tuesday!
To the one that mentioned washing her shower curtain in the washer...funny, but as I was taking my shower this morning...and looking at the dirty curtain...I thought..."I'll have to take this down and wash it with some big towels to get this clean!"...but I put it on "gentle spin" so it doesn't get so many creases in it.
Now...has anyone used "Mr Clean's Magic Eraser"?? IT works GREAT to get the smudges off cabinets and wood work...I LOVE them.
Ok...Lead on!
Jo
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bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 16, 2006
12:45 PM Post #2512020
| Those Erasers are also great for removing scuff marks from shoes. |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
1:04 PM Post #2512087
| Oh yes, I have been using the magic eraser as well. It will also take off pencil and crayon marks from walls (darn kids), and it will work great for the ring around the bathtub that is left from soap scum. Should have mentioned that earlier when we were cleaning the bathrooms I guess. I havent tried it on shoes but that is a great idea. I will definately try it out.
By the way, count me in for the frig duty for tuesday. Mine desperately needs it LOL |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
6:52 PM Post #2513155
| I just went to lunch my my friend after church this morning...we made arrangements to go to the Army Base Officer's Wives Thrift shop that is open on Tues and Thurs...that means I will have to get on that fridge EARLY...too tired after going to the thrift store!! Jo |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
7:29 PM Post #2513315
| Oh how I do love a thrift store! LOL |
dbibb
Inverness, MS
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
8:43 PM Post #2513504
| I just found this thread. I'm in for Fridge duty July 18.
I really love this idea of a 30 minute scheduled cleaning activity.
Dee |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 16, 2006
9:38 PM Post #2513663
| I find if my shower curtain gets creased from the washer I hang it up in the shower. Then not being in the shower but using my shower head that is on a hose I turn on the hot water till it is steamy then I run the hot water over the curtain and the creases come out for me. I have a fairly thick white shower curtain. |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 16, 2006
10:17 PM Post #2513817
| Well, I got started early on the frig tonight. Had to throw a few science projects out. LOL :-) |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 16, 2006
11:30 PM Post #2514130
| How long does Taco Bell Packets of hot sauce last? Jo |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
7:42 AM Post #2514646
| when in doubt, throw it out!!! LOL |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 17, 2006
8:31 AM Post #2514746
| My rule of thumb: Never save any kind of restaurant packets. They never get used anyway. Sometimes my husband brings BBQ home; and the last time he did, he said, "I got plenty of extra sauce." Extra sauce for what? I knew it would be at least a month before we had BBQ from there again, and I wouldn't use the sauce on anything else in the meantime. So rather than have little plastic containers of moldy sauce getting lost at the back of a shelf, out they went! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
9:33 AM Post #2514915
| I'll try...honest I will...LOL Jo |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
10:12 AM Post #2515018
| My mother saves packets like that in a drawer and I throw them out when she's not looking sometimes when we visit. LOL |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 17, 2006
10:49 AM Post #2515173
| The other day I found my DH had also saved the Wet Wipes that come with the BBQ. Out they went! I refuse to have a junk drawer in my kitchen (although I do have a junk shelf that's well-hidden). :) |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 17, 2006
11:05 AM Post #2515239
| My DH always saves all those little packs of *everything* Says he'll take them to work but never does, so I just toss them. LOL |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 17, 2006
11:29 AM Post #2515315
| Actually, I now keep a fridge/freezer inventory, so those BBQ sauce containers wouldn't have lasted long anyway. :) I was still half asleep when I posted about the BBQ sauce and realize now that it sounds as if there was a chance they could have stayed there forever without my "Save No Packets" rule. Between that rule and my inventory, I waste very little food, don't lose things in the fridge, nor have an overcrowded fridge. Works for me! :) |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
12:23 PM Post #2515508
| Finding myself with a little time on my hands I decided to do my fridge today...here is the before picture:
Jo
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roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
12:27 PM Post #2515518
| ...and now for the "after"!!!
What? I have to clean the INSIDE too?
fiddle dee dee...there's always tomorrow!! LOL Jo
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alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 17, 2006
12:31 PM Post #2515530
| Ok I'm in
What are we doing? Cleaning the refrigerator?
My front looks just like roadrunner's. Its a family thing - we store things on the front of the fridge. I'd love to lose them all.
What's the next job after Fridges?
I would love to get a twice weekly kick in the cleaning pants - LOL. I used to be on that list of clean freaks - now what is the name of it? You know where they send you emails to tell you to put on your shoes and do it in 10 minutes. They took over my whole online calendar and I couldn't get them off of it so had to resign from the group. Too busy to look it up!
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alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 17, 2006
12:31 PM Post #2515532
| Oh - I meant lose the stuff on the front of the fridge - not lose my family! Altho... |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 17, 2006
12:32 PM Post #2515534
| So, Roadrunner, where's the Magnetic Poetry? :))) |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
12:48 PM Post #2515604
| Poetry huh?
The floral heart says: Don't forget how much you're loved!
The little square picture at the top-center says: A gentle Heart finds many friends!
Oval women of God says...Blessed are all they that put their trust in HIM!...Psalms 2:12
I could always use some more...send some! LOL
And while you're at it I have started a collection of magnets of all the states...but since I do very little traveling by car any more, my collection is at a stand still! Jo |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 17, 2006
1:03 PM Post #2515667
| No, not that kind of magnetic poetry. Magnetic Poetry is the brand name of boxed sets of tiny little magnets (up to 400 per box) made up of different parts of speech, prefixes and suffixes. I've seen it for sale in bookstores. The idea is that you attach these to the fridge and make up...whatever. But I don't think you have room for it. LOL |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
2:45 PM Post #2516079
| biv-biv...neither does my brain!! LOL I'll have to check them out for my 11 yo grandson. Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 17, 2006
3:09 PM Post #2516135
| Okay, I'm up for cleaning the fridge too as this is a chore I detest. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
5:40 PM Post #2516661
| Kanita...get Mike and Eric to do it!! Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 17, 2006
6:45 PM Post #2516895
| Jo-
Nah, Eric is a super neat freak and thinks the refridgerator should never ever ever be anything less than perfect. He cleans new bottles of mustard before he puts them in the fridge...lol. He shuns those of us who's homes are not always picture perfect.
kanita |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
8:09 PM Post #2517200
| Kanita...How in the world did he cope with all the "dirt" piled on top of Eunice (a pig for those that missed the Drdon RU thread)...
Is he your brother? Let him come to my house...I'd love to have him clean my fridge!! LOL Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 17, 2006
8:19 PM Post #2517239
| He didn't know about Eunice, he would have freaked out. I had fun telling him what the roast pork was though, he almost cried. He didn't even realize that that was roast port he ate. It was hilarious!
He's my brother in spirit but not by birth.
kanita |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 17, 2006
9:53 PM Post #2517568
| What fun we had!! Tell him hello for me. Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 18, 2006
1:38 PM Post #2519719
| We'll I threw out a bunch of stuff from the fridge this am before I left for work. Eric called and guess what he was doing, cleaning out the fridge! He said there were water spots on a couple of the shelves. Anyhoo, I will finish my fridge when I get home. I told him to visit this group, but he's not that internet savvy. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
2:12 PM Post #2519832
| My freezer section looked soooo good...and had some extra room after I threw stuff out that should have gone a year ago...so I went to the store and bought some more ICE CREAM!
I love this type of cleaning...when can we take down ALL what-nots in the house and wash them??? Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 18, 2006
4:19 PM Post #2520247
| Hi Guys...got home a day early...just in time for Tuesday's Toil...the refrigerator!! I'm working on it...going...NOW!!!
How long will kolaches save in the freezer without getting "burned"??? I love the sausage ones...yummy...now I"m hungry!!
And Jo...looks like you just announced Thursday's cleaning project:
FOR THURSDAY, JULY 20: TAKE DOWN SOME "WHAT-NOTS"/ DECO OBJECTS AND ACTUALLY WASH THEM IN THE SINK TO REMOVE YEARS OF BUILT-UP DUST! REMEMBER...ONLY 30 MINUTES' WORTH!!!
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roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
6:16 PM Post #2520649
| OK...will need to get DGS to be sure he is here to get them down for me...I am not allowed on ladders...Jo. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 18, 2006
6:22 PM Post #2520674
| Is DGS "dear giant son"?? (the better to reach the high things!) |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
6:49 PM Post #2520781
| You guys pick the worst 30 minute chores I can imagine. First the fridge and now the what- nots???? What kind of people are you? LOL!!
I promise I am still going to clean out my fridge before midnight tonight, I am waiting for DbabyS to go to bed and then I will tackle it. No way I can do it with him running around "helping" me. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
7:28 PM Post #2520946
| LOL MY Darling Grand Son is 11 YO...and likes to climb...just so happens he is spending some time with me this week and I can get some work out of him!! I think we will have to do this chore tomorrow...I forgot that I have Happy Achers (Church Senior group) Thursday!! Wouldn't want to miss that pot luck lunch. So I will get a head start tomorrow.
Ktym...maybe I could watch the DbabySon for you Thursday after noon...LOL Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 18, 2006
7:46 PM Post #2521018
| Ahhh Haaa, I don't have any dodads hanging on the walls so I'm off the hook on that one. Thank God I am a minimalist.
kanita |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 18, 2006
8:35 PM Post #2521190
| Kanita...Kanita...Kanita...now, let's restate this. How about the crystal bowl up in the top of the china cabinet that always a dusting around, but could use a nice, sudsy bath?? Or (stretching the "do-dad" / deco thing a bit) the canisters in the pantry that still have some crusty flour prints left over from a Christmas dinner fixin'?? No??? No little china dog on the fireplace mantle that needs a "bath"??
Okay...I'm envious! I'm trying to do the minimalist thing...trying... |
dbibb
Inverness, MS
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
8:43 PM Post #2521225
| OK...Finally got the fridge cleaned. You would think it would be easy since I don't have any children hanging around in my fridge.
Talk about filthy. It was disgusting. I actually had science projects growing in there. I told my DH not to put leftovers in the fridge. Did he listen.NO!!!
He gets to clean it next time. :)
I'm in for the what-nots on Thursday...although I am currently going through this minimalist phase and getting rid of a lot of what I lovingly call 'clutter'.
Dee |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 18, 2006
8:51 PM Post #2521263
| Dbibb...yea!! I cleaned out mine too...and ate a half-bad apricot on the way...made some coleslaw with the bag of cabbage that was going to expire, and ate one little wedge of "Laughing Cow" cheese so I could throw away the little round, cardboardbox...and...well, my next project (other than cleaning) is to lose weight!!!!! I'm about 30 over, and that's the max that I will allow myself...so gotta do something soon! |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 18, 2006
11:17 PM Post #2521832
| Fridge is clean. It was worse than I thought. I have been consciously trying to throw out stuff regularly that wouldnt be eaten. The shelves and drawers needed a good scrubbing and now my manicure that I just got yesterday is gone ;(
Anyway at least that's done. I suppose I will be washing the what nots next week although I am not very excited about it. This is really giving me a kick in the rear to get things done that I hate to. Is it working that good for you guys? |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 19, 2006
5:26 AM Post #2522330
| Connie, no china bowls in the cabinet and no fireplace, no flour canisters in the cabinet. I do have a couple of glass canisters for pasta and rice and sugar on the counters, so I wiped those down, and I did wipe down the 3 picture frames I have. And I am with you on losing weight. I have 2 personal trainers as of last week. |
alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 19, 2006
7:03 AM Post #2522418
| Hey! I have 2 personal trainers too ! - ages 8 and 9. Mostly they have trained me to drive them to things.
However - I said I was up for this. I had one of those gigantic dill pickle jars in my fridge for at least 6 months. Last night I pulled it out, sliced the remaining pickles into a smaller container and that monstrosity is gone. I fed the human vacuums the leftover pizza for breakfast - over their protests - Mom this isn't breakfast I'm supposed to eat whole wheat waffles with real maple syrup... No dear this has some nutrition in it somewhere - I'm sure of it. Just eat it and someday when I have time to go to the grocery again we can have waffles.
I still need to do a real cleaning again -which I did do about 3 months ago. I have no idea why its full again. Well on to the next thing~ |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 19, 2006
10:46 AM Post #2522965
| Alyrics...my kinda gal!! Jo |
WUVIE
Hulbert, OK
(Zone 7a)
July 19, 2006
11:47 AM Post #2523227
| Hello all!
I'm new to this thread and it looks like fun to me!
I confess, I've not read all the posts, but I'm game. Did I overlook
what the chore is for the 19th?
:-) Karen |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 19, 2006
1:06 PM Post #2523569
| Alyrics...LOL I would train my 2 trainers for your 2 trainers any day! |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 19, 2006
1:29 PM Post #2523672
| Wuvie/Karen ...we're only doing Tue and Thurs. HEY...we want to leave some time for gardening! LOL
Kanita...hey...you want to start a "diet" check-in thread where we weigh in, post what we're eating, etc>??? Maybe you and I could do it via D-mail so it would not be "open to the world"!!! I need a "watch dog" type thing that I can't get out of! I"m the most terrible muncher in the summer! I sit here all day and think: "What will I eat next?" haha
Katym and Dbibb...sounds like you both did a great job! I'm so glad someone suggested the fridge bc I HATE cleaning it so much I would have left it until the day before school starts in early August!! :) And...I got used to my daughter (who is now at college) cleaning it...the one chore she loved...well, liked. |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 19, 2006
1:55 PM Post #2523738
| Connie- that would be great! We can do it via d-mail if no one else is interested. And I can share with you my info from my nutrionist and trainers. |
alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 19, 2006
2:17 PM Post #2523798
| I'm in for a daily confession on what I'm eating. But lets start a new thread. I am pretty up on nutrition and training, I'm just low on time at the moment. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 19, 2006
2:58 PM Post #2523923
| There is an on going thread in Healthy Living (??) that does the diet thingy. Check it out...
I just had an offer on FreeCycle from a lady that wants some exercise partners...I started to email her and say..."count me in...I'll bring the donuts!!" LOL Jo |
RDT
Crossville, TN
(Zone 6b)
July 19, 2006
8:13 PM Post #2524926
| I am new to this thread. Refrigerator is cleaned. My husband did it the other day. Ha! That was easy.
I am interested in the diet too. I need to lose 20 pounds. I have lost 10 so far. Linda |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 19, 2006
11:57 PM Post #2525791
| Great job Linda! Jo...donuts???? Mean. Alyric-no pizza for breakfast, okay? |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 20, 2006
1:29 AM Post #2525978
| I think Kanita is going to start a new "Diet Club" for those of us who are just getting started.
Kanita...can you post the link here when you get it done? I'm desperate to lost weight...have done Atkins and low-fat and lost on both, but I'm open to anything that is easy. That's why I liked the two I mentioned. I can't do a diet where I have to follow something and go to the store and buy stuff to fix. Maybe Weight Watchers...if anyone could explain it to me.
I just need something to JUMP START me...some kind of "being accountable." :))
(Note the double chin under the smiley!!)
RDT...be watching for Kanita's link. Glad you will join us...the more the merrier (the less --weight--the merrier)!!!!! |
alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 20, 2006
7:13 AM Post #2526194
| ok K
No pizza
That wasn't me anyway - I fed it to the kids. BUT I have been guilty of many other snitches so point well taken. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 20, 2006
10:15 AM Post #2526599
| OK I have my what-nots all cleaned...here is my "helper"...
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roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 20, 2006
10:17 AM Post #2526605
| Another of my helper...Andrew
As to this diet...I will try to eat up all my chocolates by Sunday evening!! Have a pot luck at Church to go to today. Jo
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kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 20, 2006
1:09 PM Post #2527159
| Here's the diet thread started you guys:
[HYPERLINK@davesgarden.com]
Jo, don't you dare eat up those chocolates!
kanita |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 20, 2006
1:46 PM Post #2527273
| Roadrunner...I love your bottle collection! My dad had one...now I'm wondering what Mother did with it when he passed away...haven't seen then in awhile. They were in the window of his study!
I'm so envious that you're done with today's goal!!
Your "helpers" are just gorgeous "men in waiting"! But...train them now...as you're doing...so they grow up to be helpers! My daughter's BF is so helpful...and some guys just hate helping us...like my DH! :)
Okay...my area to clean today is here in the pic. I inherited these "ball things??" from my DH when we married (one of the few things of his I liked!!) and admit they usually get a light touch from that long feather duster thing when I see a spider web glistening in the light of the TV but they are COMIN' DOWN today!!
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bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 20, 2006
3:16 PM Post #2527624
| Believe me, ladies, if you start keeping a fridge/freezer inventory, that cleaning job will be soooo much simpler and quicker. And the inventory only takes a few seconds when you put something new in the fridge or finish something off.
Re weight loss: I didn't go on a diet per se. About 18 months ago, I simply began eating a totally heart-healthy diet. As a result I lost 20 pounds and have now maintained the same weight (117) for over a year. You get good nutrition, are never hungry, and lose easily. At least I did. I also started eating five times a day, and I think that helps, too. My between-meal snacks are usually nuts or fruit. Love nuts; dislike most fruit...so that part is the only hard part. Anyway, whatever system you use, GOOD LUCK! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 20, 2006
7:15 PM Post #2528527
| Thanks, Connie...all are just cheap bolltes...I gave all my good ones (from my DH's old bottle collection to our DD after he died...)
Andrew is very good to lend a hand to ...something I introduced him too!
Kanita...I forgot...er...sorta...and bought some more chocolates today!!
Even when I diet...both days of it...I allow myself at least THREE Nestle's Treasures as a reward...reward for what you might ask? For making it through another day!!! hehe...Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 20, 2006
7:25 PM Post #2528561
| Jo!!!!!!!!! Those little Nestle's Treasures have 13 grams of fat each! 3 equals more fat than you're supposed to consume in an entire day. How bought to start by limiting yourself to just 1 an day? |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 20, 2006
8:58 PM Post #2528879
| OK...starting next week?? LOL
Now back to cleaning...what's for next Tuesday? Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
12:20 AM Post #2529661
| No one has suggested something for next Tue. I would suggest cleaning the Air Conditioning return air grills. Do y'all have one of those little do-hicky cleaning things that go in between each slat? Or do y'all have the same grills we have in Texas? ha
But...I'm certainly open to "saving" that chore for later. Anyone want to suggest something for next Tuesday??? |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
1:15 AM Post #2529761
| pantry? I sure would like to know what all I have in those shelves...LOL Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
1:27 AM Post #2529778
| Good idea, Roadrunner! You got it! I"ll post it at the top. Mine was recently done, but I did not do the "cleaning agents" part, so I'll do that. |
mauryhillfarm
Vashon, WA
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
1:54 AM Post #2529802
| I did manage the refrigerator this week (I never would have done it if not for this tag cleaning idea), but not the knick-knacks. I was busy Thursday digging broken glass and other junk out of the dirt where we just removed an old shed that was on this property for the last 50 years and used as housing for fruit pickers. So I was dealing with antique bottles too, only unfortunately they were broken ones. I'm up for the pantry next week. The last time I did that was a year ago, yikes! |
alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 21, 2006
4:16 AM Post #2529885
| I did do one knick knack thing earlier in the week - I gave away those bottles of arranged vegetables packed in vinegar that they sell for decorative kitchen items. They were total dust catchers. Nice to free up the space! |
dbibb
Inverness, MS
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
7:35 AM Post #2530078
| Alyrics...while doing my required 30 minutes of knick-knacks...i packed up quite a few and then took them off to the resale shop. Like you said that stuff is dust catchers and I'm trying to downsize or become more minimalist.
Dee |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
7:38 AM Post #2530086
| Didnt do the knick knacks cleaning, but had planned to. I was super busy at work and then at home yesterday.
We have window unit air conditioning so I wont be able to do the air return thing. I will be up for the panty cleaning. Count me in. I really like this thread. |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 21, 2006
8:05 AM Post #2530129
| I need the pantry thing as well, except for me it will be my kitchen cabinets as I don't have a pantry. For some reason my cabinets are packed, yet I never have what I need. |
dbibb
Inverness, MS
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
8:22 AM Post #2530159
| I will be gone to a week long conference next week, so I will go ahead and do my pantry today. It shouldn't take long. There really isn't much in there. According to my DH...I never go to the grocery. :)
Dee |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
9:31 AM Post #2530370
| I don't really have a pantry, per se, but a large cabinet next to my clean refrigerator...it has very deep shelves and I will need my trusty little kitchen ladder to get into the top shelves. Jo |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
10:31 AM Post #2530594
| I love the pantry idea. Usually keep mine pretty straight, but will spiff it up a bit and do the return thingie. I am also finding this fun. |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 21, 2006
1:46 PM Post #2531337
| Jo - be careful on that ladder. I had and "incident" with mine trying to put up a ceiling hook on my balcony to hang a planter. Lets just say I almost went over the edge. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
1:56 PM Post #2531367
| Alyrics and dbibb...good for you! I gave away many "dust-catchers' to both my daughter and step-daughter, both of which moved into apartments of their own a few years ago. I does feel good to have clear space, AND when I visit them, I can see my old stuff, that I'll admit I love.
I even took back one thing that I had given my daughter, because of sentimental reasons. It's a little polymer (read: plastic!!) replica of a canopic jar top from King Tut's tomb, and here's the story. It's a recumbant lion that has a tongue sticking out, and when my nephew (who is now over 6 feet tall!!) was little, he picked it up and stuck HIS tongue out at it. Then he threw it on my tile in the entry, and both the tail and one ear suffered from the blow. I never told his mother because she SPANKED...and hard! Someday I will give it to Caleb and remind him of the story!! :)
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RDT
Crossville, TN
(Zone 6b)
July 21, 2006
2:18 PM Post #2531442
| OK, I did the knick-knacks last night. I watched TV as I collected and dusted. Then on the commercials washed alot to the items. I gathered up a small box of unwanted items to go to Goodwill. This is great.
The pantry thing is great for me as I had to remove everything to garbage bags because we had to spray for fleas in the cellar. After a month of spraying we found the trick of vacuuming was the greatest asset. Now no more cats are allowed to sleep over. Only problem is they are sleeping under my Hellebores and other plants!! Oh, well... Linda |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
7:39 PM Post #2532618
| Pantry Cleaning/Organizing Tips...
I've been doing Tip #1 for about 20 years. It works!! The other is a new idea, and I'll see if it stands the test of time.
Tip#1: Sometimes when I clean my pantry (and always when I MOVE), I take a perm. marker and place a 6 (for 2006) on all canned goods and spice bottles, packages of flour, sugar, etc. Then if you take something out (maybe in 2 years??)and see the 6, you will know when something is real old.
I'm going to try something I've been wanting to do for a long time, and this is TIP #2. This works for me bc my pantry also has shelves for dish storage, appliances, etc.
I'm going to place a sticky (cut up a larger one--nothing written on it) in all those platters, bowls, thermoses, etc. that I rarely use. If I have not used the item in a few years, it is going to go out!!! I have very little storage in my "retirement house" (we downsized a lot!!) and cannot afford to give space to things I don't use. And...I have no space to place new things that I find that I "must have'!!! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 21, 2006
8:37 PM Post #2532780
| Connie...I think that tip # 2 was how my girl friend got rid of her husband!! LOL He hadn't been useful for a while...so...out he went...
Also, I recently helped BOTH DD's wash their "stuff" like we are doing here...I told them both "If I had known I was going to have to continue washing them I would have given them to Goodwill instead of you two!! "
Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 21, 2006
9:44 PM Post #2533055
| Roadrunner...I laughed so hard at that comment about Tip 2 that DH called out from the TV room..."What's so funny?" I --of course--could not tell him that! :) We want to maintain the idea that they "earn" their space in the house!!! :) |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 22, 2006
10:16 AM Post #2534060
| Glad you got a giggle...LOL...today being my sweet dog, Tessa's, 3rd birthday...I thought I would meet my girlfriend in the park with her dog and let them play in GRASS for a change.
Jo
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Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 22, 2006
8:16 PM Post #2535829
| Ohhh...I used to have a weenie dog...named Kolache! Yours is beautiful! Such a gorgeous coat! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 22, 2006
11:17 PM Post #2536553
| Thanks Connie! Jo |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 22, 2006
11:33 PM Post #2536602
| Oh my ... I had a long haired minniture black and tan one named Precious ... cause he was just so dang precious. Found him a good home when I got my guide dog. :-) |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 23, 2006
8:52 PM Post #2539640
| IO1...do we know about your guide dog? We would love to hear/see about him/her!! |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 25, 2006
1:02 AM Post #2545230
| Hi all
Whew ... y'all are gonna be soooo proud of me! LOL I took 2 ... yes two bags of nicnacks to the Salvation Army today along with some clothes I haven't worn all because of this and now I'm beaming! :-) Not only do I have a clean refrigerator ... but I have a clean closet *and* a clean shelf to boot! LOL
Oh and Connie I think there is a pic of me and the baby on the night thread I started in the parking lot. I know I posted one of her birthday cake but can't remember which other ones I posted. She's a gorgeous yellow lab ... spoiled rotten I might add. :-) All the world to me. :-) |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 25, 2006
1:36 PM Post #2546706
| Congrats Elaine! Two bags, that must have been hard to let go of. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 25, 2006
1:39 PM Post #2546716
| Okkkay, gals...where's that PANTRY chat??? :) Has anyone started it yet??? I looked at mine yesterday...and really need to organize the dish section...stuff I don't use...it's going!!!
Anyone ?? Just 30 minutes??? |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 25, 2006
2:28 PM Post #2546902
| I'm ahead of the game. Got mine done. Course, I do love a neat pantry. I'm one of those that like the rows all lined up ... soup in one row, beans in another ... The towels in the linen closet have to be folded with the seams pointed in the same direction and all the same color. I drive the DH crazy with some of this. LOL |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 25, 2006
3:33 PM Post #2547114
| I've got a question, how long does canned stuff last, and what if you can't remember when you bought it? I guess I should just throw it out? |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 25, 2006
3:39 PM Post #2547129
| Not sure, but I believe the rule of thumb is two years on canned goods. Please, someone, correct me if I'm wrong. If you tend to keep them for prolonged periods of time, you need to mark date of purchase on the lid with a Magic Marker. Definitely throw it out when in doubt! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 25, 2006
4:24 PM Post #2547295
| *Whew* Boy! I did a grand job...threw stuff out that was old enough to vote...
I don't have a "pantry"...just 4 VERY deep shelves beside the fridge. I wish I could remmeber what was at the back of the shelves...I might use them more often!!
I also did the shelves where I keep things like paper plates and seldom used serving dishes...
♫I'm so proud of ME!♫
Jo |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 25, 2006
4:26 PM Post #2547305
| Okay Jo ... stop bragging! LOL I didn't touch that cabinet with all those platters and serving things in it. Think I'll just skip that one for now. Pleeeeze don't make me do *that* one! LOL |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 25, 2006
5:48 PM Post #2547593
| l01...If you insist...but just remember...when we're all sitting around in our ...what ever is the most comfortable for each ...then you have to go back and give that cabinet a wee bit of attention...
Now, where is my favorite half slip that I wear pulled up under my arms?? So Cool!! LOL Jo |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 25, 2006
6:32 PM Post #2547777
| Roadrunner, there's a solution for your deep shelves so that things don't get lost because they're hidden. I have stair step shelves for my canned goods, so everything is visible. They're plastic and are available at HD, probably Lowes or any other big box store. My shelves are standard size, and this system gives me four levels: the three stair steps plus the shelf they sit on. If you or your DH is handy, you could build something that would be custom sized for your deeper shelves; of course, height also has to be taken into consideration. When I add new canned goods, I simply shift the older things toward the front and put the new things in the back (topmost) shelf. All similar canned things are kept together, such as tomato sauce. These stair step shelves will also accommodate other products, too. My canned goods are stored behind a glass door, and this arrangement actually looks attractive. Sometimes I find myself buying something simply because the label would look good in my homey display. :))
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roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 25, 2006
8:33 PM Post #2548189
| Bivbiv...Thanks for the ideas...if my DH was still alive he would have built these steps for me...he was handier than a button on the out house door!! Now...that's handy! He could look at a picture of something made of wood and duplicate it...
I do have a couple of step shelves...and 2 turn tables...that helps a lot!!
I'll make a trip to HD...still have a gift card from Christmas!! Thanks for the notion! Jo |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 25, 2006
10:47 PM Post #2548671
| Jo, I'm so sorry you no longer have your husband. You were fortunate (as was he) that he was so talented. I know men who can't change a lightbulb and certainly wouldn't want to be married to one of them. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 25, 2006
10:55 PM Post #2548696
| Well, I got to the dish storage area of the pantry and then the 30 minutes was up! haha...
No "inclination" to move on to the cleaning products area. I just redid the food area about a month ago, and BIVBIV..you would be proud of me. I ALPHABETIZED the spices!!!! haha |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 25, 2006
11:39 PM Post #2548999
| Alphabetized the spices...like in Kroger's?? good idea...maybe next week. *yawn*...nitey nite. Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 26, 2006
6:12 AM Post #2549489
| All right...who has a suggestion for what to do Thursday? And is 2x a week too much? Should we cut back to one day? We're talking things that don't get a regular cleaning like the toilets, kitchen (from meal prep), floors, etc. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 26, 2006
9:14 AM Post #2549802
| I'm being mum...I suggested the last two...but...Please don't do WINDOWS! too hot. Jo |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 26, 2006
1:40 PM Post #2551137
| Baseboards? I might be the only slob around, but I don't do mine *every time. We could just choose a couple rooms if that's better. |
bivbiv
Central FL, FL
(Zone 9b)
July 26, 2006
2:13 PM Post #2551266
| Connie, wow! Alphabetized no less! I'm impressed; congratulations! Mine aren't alphabetized, but I use them so often that I can lay my hands on the one I want. Mine, btw, are kept in the freezer once they're opened. All dried herbs and spices keep their fresh taste much, much longer this way.
I also keep citrus zest in the freezer. Its oil stays nice just as if the fruit had been freshly zested. Whenever I suddenly decide orange, lemon or lime would add something to a dish, I don't have to have the fresh fruit on hand; the zest is always there.
Ok, girls. Those are my two household tips for the day. Go forth and clean! Me...I'm sitting here with my feet propped up on an ottoman. And I intend to stay this way awhile. :) |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 26, 2006
4:59 PM Post #2551812
| Biv...*kicking the ottoman out from under her!*...my wee freeze (top of fridge) has no room for stuff like that...I have important STUFF in there...like...hmmm...yeah...extra bag of Nestle's Treasures...Red Baron Pizzas...frozen waffles (for DGS when he comes)...OHHH forgot...ICE CREAM...extra box of BUTTER...*sigh* LOL Jo |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 26, 2006
7:42 PM Post #2552429
| I think one chore a week is much more do-able. I am up for the baseboards. |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 26, 2006
8:15 PM Post #2552589
| All rightttt...BASEBOARDS it is for tomorrow...and I agree...let's just do one day a week...like Thursday??? |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 26, 2006
9:09 PM Post #2552804
| OK...Thursday's...I am supposed to have my 4 YO Greatgrand daughter tomorrow...maybe she can help...
(hehehe...I have very few baseboards) |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 26, 2006
10:38 PM Post #2553125
| Well, tomorrow I have to meet my sister-in-law at her house at 10:00 for a day of furniture/wall hangings shopping. She and my DB just bought a new (to them) house. I am an unofficial decorator (my dad and ex were homebuilders, so I got my education in the "field"!!) and everyone in the family expects me to help them! Oh well...it's family! :)
So...I'll round the bases when I come home...unless it's too late. I usually use something like "Mr. Clean" or Windex on a damp rag. Any other suggestions? I find that I use Windex for a lot of other things...because I like the clean smell. |
katym
Deatsville, AL
(Zone 8a)
July 26, 2006
11:23 PM Post #2553394
| Roadrunner: I get my 7 year old son to help me with the baseboards (when they get done) just give DGGD a damp rag and tell her to go to town. That way you wont have to worry about her getting any cleaners where they shouldnt be. I have discovered with my own kids that they just love being assigned chores and feel like they really accomplished something when finished. Only one chore at a time though, or they feel overwhelmed and wont do it. Got my 7 year old son to help with housework last Saturday and gave him a dollar when we finished. He thought he was rich! LOL |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 26, 2006
11:33 PM Post #2553434
| Katym...wish I HAD a grand to give chores to...neither of my kids is anywhere NEAR producing a "helper" for me! He's almost 26 and she's 23! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 27, 2006
12:18 AM Post #2553555
| I am "grandchild deprived"...I only have 3...ages 30, 28 and 11...so my oldest grandson has made me a Great Gran (Grandnan)...3 times so far...2 live too far to see often though...still hoping for more when my 11 YO DGS gets older..AND MARRIED! DGD in the Navy says...none for her...she is career Navy and don't want to leave any at home while she is on a 6 month cruise. Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 27, 2006
8:49 AM Post #2554200
| Road...I understand that! I got a late start at children, having my first at 29 and then one at 31, so it's expected...my plight! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 27, 2006
11:01 AM Post #2554614
| I started EARLY...then when I remarried DH had never been priviledged to have a child...so we had a daughter when I was about 35...what a joy she has been too...I've been blessed with three wonderful children. Jo |
quiltinggrammie
Locust Grove, OK
July 27, 2006
12:54 PM Post #2555065
| Hi, all. I have been reading the threads and truly enjoy the thought of actually gettting something done. I work all day and have 2 grand children so I am very busy and the home looks like it. So I will try to keep up, and do what you are doing. Thanks for all the ideas.. |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 28, 2006
1:05 AM Post #2557737
| Hmmm, I don't have any kids ... wonder if I could teach my dog to do baseboards? hehehe |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 28, 2006
1:24 AM Post #2557785
| Well, I went to my DB and DSIL's house today at 10 and spent ALL DAY decorating their new house. I got home at 11. tonight..and have borrowed my brother's power washer to PW my decks tomorrow...ug...but someone has to do it, and that won't be my DH! :) Any tips??
So...baseboards did not get done today...:( but they were done about 3 weeks ago,and hey...that's not too bad! I usually do them about once a quarter...honestly...I'm not a very good housekeeper!! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 28, 2006
10:25 AM Post #2558664
| True confession time here...I didn't do mine either...I made cookies instead...Chocolate chip...but they are for the Chapel at the Army base here...so don't snich any!! LOL
Jo |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 28, 2006
10:41 AM Post #2558717
| Nooooo...I want one! (or a dozen!!)
Homemade cookies are the best...and choc chips? To die for!!
Does anyone have a chore suggestion for next Thursday? (FOR THOSE NOT UP ON THE LATEST>>>
we're only doing the "dreaded deed" (cleaning, guys...just talkin about cleaning!!) once a week now...
just on Thursdays! Isn't that how it goes...first it's every day...then every other..then twice a week...then once...and finally...just when you have to!! :) Such is the life of a housefrau... |
alyrics
Beachwood, OH
July 28, 2006
12:50 PM Post #2559265
| How about re-organizing and re-stacking the linen closet?
Seems like no matter how I try the stacks eventually get off kilter and things are falling around.
And how does anyone else keep their linens smelling fresh if they've been in there a while? |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 28, 2006
2:34 PM Post #2559660
| All righhhhttt...we have a Thursday job to do...the LINEN CLOSET!!!
I don't have a lot of extra sets of sheets, --just one set on and one waiting, per bed--and I rotate mine when I change them. So...they still smell like the softener I"ve used. I used to keep all sorts of linens, but have had to downsize everything bc our retirement house has gorgeous views but NO STORAGE! :) I have one small walk-in for each bedroom, and 2 hall closets with shelves. So with my linens, I have bins for light bulbs, batteries, candles, gift wrap, hobbies, etc. BUT...I think this is good for me because I used to be a real "pack rat"!!!! Now, I can't. |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 28, 2006
7:45 PM Post #2560729
| YES! YES! YES! My linen closet is in the Master Bath...and has LOTS of stuff in there (I don't know...haven't seen some of it for 5 years!)...and it is in NEED! Actually...come to think of it...I have two...one out side the other bath room...does this mean I have to do both? The same day?? shoot...LOL Jo |
kanita
Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a)
July 28, 2006
11:31 PM Post #2561613
| Aaaawwww, I don't have a linen closet. Oh well, I'm done. |
leelovespigs
Talbot
(Australia)
July 29, 2006
8:30 AM Post #2562475
| Hi, this sounds like a great way to get the house cleaned up, and I need all the help to get motivated when it comes to housework!! I have read most of the comments posted and it sounds like fun, can I join in. If I have read this properly I should be doing my linen cupboard now. Isn't that lucky - I actually did it last week and managed to give away heaps. The best thing is that I can actually fit (and find) all the linen in it now!! I even found a permanant home for the vaccuum cleaner - at the bottom of my linen cupboard!!! |
Connie_W
Austin, TX
(Zone 8b)
July 29, 2006
9:40 AM Post #2562643
| Roadrunner...no! It's just 30 minutes, gal! So just pick one!
Leelovespigs...welcome! Anyone who has a need can join...and who doesn't! :P
The linen cupboard is actually for next Thursday...so you are ahead of the game if you start now! Yesterday was the base boards. Whatever...it's really just an excuse to chat here AND actually get something--anything??!!--done around the house! |
roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 29, 2006
10:26 AM Post #2562807
| *whew*...Thanks Connie...I pick the one in my bath room...
Hi agin Lee. Jo |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 29, 2006
5:31 PM Post #2564295
| Okay, the picture is probably sideways. That is my "poopy dawg" in the picture he is about four months old and I'm sure he will want to "help" me if I let him.
Good Golly Miss Molly, it has been ages since I tried to straighten that closet. I even had little printed stickers that said what was suppose to go where. I guess I'll use a stronger glue or tape over the stickers this time 'cuz they have gone with the wind. I thought I'd put the stickers in so my hubby could find stuff if he needed to (yeah, right like that's ever gonna happen.)
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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roadrunner
Hereford, AZ
(Zone 8a)
July 29, 2006
6:16 PM Post #2564450
| Shelves are too deep for hubbies...they have to be thin so every thing sits to the FRONT...nothing must be behind anything else...or Hubbie can't find it...but they are dear people when they want to be. LOL Jo |
IO1
Waaaay down south, GA
(Zone 8b)
July 29, 2006
8:45 PM Post #2564854
| Oh Jo ... are you married to my DH? ;) |
darlindeb
Claremore, OK
July 29, 2006
9:19 PM Post #2564956
| Hey, roadrunner you are so wise. You must impart more gems of wisdom to us. Oh, by the way the gourd seeds you gave me are busy wandering everywhere. I'll give you the pick of the litter; however, hubby has his eye on those canteen gourds. He thinks they look like little pumpkins.
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