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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

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Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 18 2009 :  06:30:13 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Today's challenge:

Catch Up day! Go back through previous challenges and do one that you missed. If you have done them all, double check your work to make sure it is staying the way you want it!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 20 2009 :  07:48:47 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
January 20th Challenge!!

Clean out your bedroom closet. Pack away the really summery clothes, but get out those lighter weight sweaters and Jackets! Spring is on it's way! Wipe down any shelves and don't forget the hanger rod too while you are in there! Vacuum or wash the floor and don't forget the corners!

A nice sachet of dried lavender and cedar will help keep the bugs away and make your clothes smell lovely!

Alee
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 21 2009 :  07:40:45 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Any Challengers still left?

Today's challenge:

Clean off the dining room table. Wash it down and the chairs as well.

Extra credit- organize your panty/food storage area if you have one.

Alee
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl

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kristin
chickamauga ga
USA
11303 Posts

Posted - Jan 22 2009 :  4:40:35 PM  Show Profile
I am so far behind now! I was doing so good. But this should keep me busy for the next several days. The pantry is a big challenge that I have been wanting to do but can't get in the mood to do. So I guess now I have to to keep up.

Kris

Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you. Maori proverb
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 22 2009 :  5:32:48 PM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Kris- That's okay!

Here is tomorrow's challenge since I am behind as well:

Pick one of the previous challenges and either re-do it or do it if you hadn't yet!

Alee
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 26 2009 :  08:29:51 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Hi Ladies!

Okay it is Monday so time to start the Challenge again!

Today the challenge is to Get all dishes done in the house and clean the cupboards in your kitchen.

Extra Credit-
Wash/vacuum your kitchen floors as well!

Alee
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl

544 Posts

Allison
Fort Scott KS
USA
544 Posts

Posted - Jan 26 2009 :  08:57:56 AM  Show Profile
Wow, I just found this thread. It's great. What bothers me is how many times I've had to do all this in my life....like Bridget mentioned about organizing, I am really good at it, but it's the constant stuff that comes in to be organized that makes me nuts. LOL

We pared down to next to nothing finally and used no disposables except the kids had TP and I used foil for some things. That helped loads!

But....well, it was my fault....er....ummm.....the darned crafts! LOL

So as I am now making things to sell on Etsy, I am trying to limit what I have on hand to make exactly what I want to make 'right now'.

My next challenge will be to sell off my stock, eventually close my shop, and just for enjoyment - I'm learning to knit, finally, so whe I want to do something with my hands, I'll get the yarn I need and do one project until I finish. How will I keep myself from accumulating? It's southern Arizona and I love wool. I won't be able to tolerate day after day of wool draped across me. It will be an evening treat but not as much of a compulsion as sewing is for me.

I did cringe in guilt when I read the challenge to vacuum under the furniture. I think DH did it a few times...uh...is it really dirty under there? :-)

http://www.rabbithorns.etsy.com & www.wayofthewife.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 26 2009 :  10:24:10 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Allison- yes. It is very dirty! At least in my house where we have a dog and a toddler who seems to think that under furniture is a great place to stash things! LOL

Alee
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Edited by - Alee on Jan 26 2009 10:25:15 AM
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harmonyfarm
True Blue Farmgirl

785 Posts

Debbie
Southeastern Ohio
USA
785 Posts

Posted - Jan 26 2009 :  12:12:25 PM  Show Profile
It's wearing me out just reading these posts...I'm so glad I'm organized! I love being able to go to whatever place I need to and find just what I'm looking for. My sewing room is my favorite, cuz it's all mine and no one has any reason to go in there. I have 3-400 yards of fabric all rolled a special way and stacked by colors so it's all visible and easy to get at. I am very grateful to my mother for teaching me how to be organized. It makes my life soooo much easier....just wish it would rub off on my hubby!
Debbie

"If you can't find the time to do it right...how will you find the time to do it over"
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  07:19:12 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Today's Challenge-

Clean the laundry room! Get the laundry clean dry and outta there! Wipe down your washer and dryer, including the seals/rims around the doors! Dust and clean the floor!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl

4687 Posts

Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  07:45:54 AM  Show Profile  Send catscharm74 a Yahoo! Message
Alee, you must be reading my mind. I just did this about 2 hours ago. : )

Heather

Yee-Haw, I am a cowgirl!!!
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl

544 Posts

Allison
Fort Scott KS
USA
544 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  08:45:18 AM  Show Profile
Is it really dirty under there?

Alee, I was hoping it would remain a rhetorical question. LOL I'm not sure I wanted to know how icky I left it all those years! lol

http://www.rabbithorns.etsy.com & www.wayofthewife.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  10:10:09 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
ROFL!!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl

11303 Posts

kristin
chickamauga ga
USA
11303 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  7:12:41 PM  Show Profile
Ok, this day's was easy. It's clean! I've been working on the laundry room for a few weeks now trying to get junk out and keeping it clean as I go.

Kris

Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you. Maori proverb
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  8:46:04 PM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
That is great, Kristin! Part of my laundry room include what used to be the root cellar/storage/basement. So I decided I would sweep the steps while I stowed some things in storage. I am really glad I did! I found a dead mouse down there! EEEEE!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 27 2009 :  8:47:04 PM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Challenge for Wednesday!

Clean the master bedroom! Clean sheets, blankets etc- vacuum/sweep as flooring permits. Make sure to get corners and mop boards!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl

11303 Posts

kristin
chickamauga ga
USA
11303 Posts

Posted - Jan 29 2009 :  07:16:53 AM  Show Profile
Just checking in to see if there is a Thur. challenge. I could probably come up with something. It's too cold outside to doo all that needs done out there yet. So need some inside work.

The bedroom is looking good so far, even with the hubbt here 24/7. He's being a good boy. Even putting his dirty's in the laundry basket so far! Basically, he's in the living room most of the time. Not much to pick up after.

Kris



Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you. Maori proverb
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Wandering Willow
Farmgirl at Heart

8 Posts


MN
USA
8 Posts

Posted - Jan 29 2009 :  07:40:42 AM  Show Profile
Just coming across these challenges - very cool idea! I was working on our basement yesterday, probably my least favorite project. It's a jumble of laundry area, pantry and soap company stuff. It gets a little overwhelming. But I've gotten a bit of order to it again and today I'm SORE!
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 29 2009 :  10:33:55 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Hi ladies! Sorry the morning has been hectic!

Thursday's Challenge-

Clean up the office area of your house! Check window sills for water build up and any mold or mildew that might be growing! Clean out any garbage and organize while you are at it!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 29 2009 :  9:59:22 PM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Cleaning Challenge of Friday:

Clean up the play room. We all have one- whether it be for kids or adults, we each have some area that gets most of the concentration for our recreation. If you sit and knit on the couch- that counts! Make sure the recreation items are organized, the area is dusted/vacuumed what have you. If the carpet of upholstery needs shampooed- go for it! There will never be a better time than right now!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Jan 31 2009 :  06:25:04 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
This weekend is time to tackle the spare bedroom if you have one. If you don't have one, pick one of the past topics to catch up on/ re do.

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - Feb 15 2009 :  7:52:33 PM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
Well my whole house is looking soooo much better, but some how my office has missed the cleaning spree! So starting up the challenges again!

The challenge for Monday, February the 16th- Clean and organize your office!

Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
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