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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
1650 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
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 Posted - May 01 2013 : 05:05:26 AM
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Denise, When I see how nice and neat then I feel like I want to do other things. I also do the 15 minutes or so. I think it doesn't seem such a task when you do that . I am trying to maximize my time better. Its a start!
Marlee
God is the painter, he paints the picture. And his son builds it, for he is the Master Carpenter!
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2013 : 08:29:15 AM
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I am also doing the 15 minutes per day...I am seeing very slow progress but it does feel good to get some thing accomplished!! keep on working keep on working keep on working......
God has promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way, grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy and undying love.
We are here to love each other, serve each other and uplift each other. |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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Posted - May 01 2013 : 09:38:01 AM
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Mary~ I saw that quote somewhere and it reminds me every time I see it to try and do better in this area of my life.
Marlee and Lori~ 15-20 increments is do-able for me and I actually find myself working a little faster so I am able to get more done in that time. It's like beat the clock or something. 
Finishing up in the spare room and getting the last two loads of laundry on the line.
Enjoy your day!
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2013 : 12:41:01 PM
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You are so right- I do try to make a little game of it with beat the timer!!
God has promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way, grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy and undying love.
We are here to love each other, serve each other and uplift each other. |
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Madelena
True Blue Farmgirl
1919 Posts
Mary
Central
TX
USA
1919 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2013 : 12:47:38 PM
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My game is the Rule of 10.. when I am short on time (More likely short on motivation) I use this Rule. I am REQUIRED to put 10 things back where they belong. Usually I am a little pumped by then and do twice 10.. but the results is the same.
Stuff gets put up and the place looks neater! YEAH !
House is trashed after camping trip. Stuff everwhere. Emptied out travel trailer. Am overwhelmed. Don't know where to start. I think I need hip waiters and a shovel. My DH suggested a front-end loader. There is always a comedienne in the bunch!
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
Posted - May 01 2013 : 12:53:44 PM
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LOL! Mary, sometimes I threaten to go through this place with a front loader when everyone has just dropped things where they don't belong. But I know what you mean about the 10 things. It seems easier when I trick my mind into making my body get up and do things. 
Lori,
I like your tag lines. 
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 09:20:25 AM
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Thank you Denise!!!
My family always tease me that they are getting me a dumpster- please don't move my craft supplies!!!!!! :)
Lori
God has promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way, grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy and undying love.
We are here to love each other, serve each other and uplift each other. |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
Posted - May 05 2013 : 12:20:14 PM
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Today is my day that I don't do anything but the cooking. And little of that if possible. Usually crock pot on Sundays. But tomorrow, that is a different story. I will hopefully get dh's office cleaned out because we need that room for my dad to use when he comes to visit/stay.
SO I imagine myself waking up full of vim and vigor to get it done! I may get stalled as I am meeting a friend for coffee mid morning so hope I can get back to it once I have interrupted my time.
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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jollyquilter
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
WV
USA
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Posted - May 05 2013 : 3:53:59 PM
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It is raining and I am inside rolling Balls for my etsy shop. I need to get busy on my craft/laundryroom on monday morning. The heat pump unit is in there and the guy is coming this week to do the yearly check up and cleaning. SO I must get things traightened so he can get around in there. Also some gardening this week.
www.StuffByKim.etsy.com
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
Posted - May 06 2013 : 04:54:52 AM
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Denise, I recently tried a crock pot mac n' cheese and loved it. It only cooks for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, but it saves me so much time around the dinner hour.
I am not doing much of my deep cleaning today, but the girls are cleaning the mildew off their window upstairs later today.
I have gardening, laundry, dishes, bathroom, floors, etc. today. Gardening and laundry is at the top of the list. Then there rest will get done, as time allows. I still need to get the light fixtures down and wash the dust and bugs off of them. I keep dragging my feet on this.
Farmgirl Sister #800
My Life: http://pioneerwomanatheart.blogspot.com/
Recycle Ideas: http://scrapreusedandrecycledartprojects.blogspot.com/
Our Family Store: http://roosterscrowfarm.blogspot.com/
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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Tammyb
True Blue Farmgirl
511 Posts
Tammy
Bluffton
Ohio
USA
511 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2013 : 4:14:48 PM
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Hey Kristina,
I have not been on for a while ... but felt a nudge back.
I will be joining you ... a little bit late but going to be cleaning none the less.
Tammyb
Live to leave a legacy
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
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jollyquilter
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
WV
USA
251 Posts |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
4928 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2013 : 07:16:43 AM
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Awesome!
With gardening season, I am trying to take the indoor work in small amounts of time. It may take me all summer too, but it will get done.
I am changing my routine, so I get up extra early, start with outdoor work before breakfast, check animal water/feed etc., then come in eat, shower, and start on indoor. Today I made it in before 10am, and I wasn't trying to beat the clock either.
I messed up last night. I forgot my 19 yo dd was working late, and didn't have someone change their dish night. I have a mess in my kitchen before I can even start anything.
 
Farmgirl Sister #800
My Life: http://pioneerwomanatheart.blogspot.com/
Recycle Ideas: http://scrapreusedandrecycledartprojects.blogspot.com/
Our Family Store: http://roosterscrowfarm.blogspot.com/
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jollyquilter
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
WV
USA
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lucky1
True Blue Farmgirl
52 Posts
Liz
Homer
OH
USA
52 Posts |
Posted - May 16 2013 : 10:05:19 AM
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Count me in on this too--I'm working on our mudroom, and will then tackle the sewing room. Made a pledge to myself this year that I would not buy any new fabric until I made a significant dent in my current stash, and have stuck to it! Have 5 quilt tops waiting to be layered and stitched, and make weekly trips to the local thrift store to pass along use-able goodies I just haven't touched in more than a year. Feels good, but still overwhelming. Funny--it's just me and my husband. How the heck did two people accumulate so much STUFF??
Each one of you is precious. Remember who you are, and whose you are... |
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - May 16 2013 : 10:07:59 AM
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Liz...I want to follow in your steps..using fabric before buying more!!!
Lori
God has promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way, grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy and undying love.
We are here to love each other, serve each other and uplift each other. |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
Posted - May 16 2013 : 2:11:29 PM
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Well, today was puttering in the flower gardens and getting them in order. Did get some cleaning done. Mostly moving things around as we seek to add my dad to our household and want to accommodate his needs. Now that we worked on that tomorrow is regular cleaning. I did manage to get the laundry caught up.
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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lucky1
True Blue Farmgirl
52 Posts
Liz
Homer
OH
USA
52 Posts |
Posted - May 16 2013 : 7:09:42 PM
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I'm also making a commitment to have the dishes done every morning from the previous night's meal, so that when I come home from work, the kitchen looks more clutter-free. Sure is good for morale...:)
Sometimes, I set the table for dinner before I head out to work--it lets my husband know that I'm looking forward to spending time with him at the end of a busy day. I just love him so much.
Liz
Each one of you is precious. Remember who you are, and whose you are... |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
Posted - May 29 2013 : 08:40:46 AM
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Working in the house today. Getting laundry caught up, dishes done, normal chores with a project or two thrown in. House is a little of out order due to a bathroom upgrade.
The sun is shining so that has given me a bit of the energy I need today.
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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lucky1
True Blue Farmgirl
52 Posts
Liz
Homer
OH
USA
52 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2013 : 5:25:28 PM
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My husband installed a new water softener in our mudroom/laundry room, so had to clean it stem to stern so he had room to work.
Now I don't want to put anything back it--it looks so UNCLUTTERED!! I'm sure you all know that feeling...
Will clean out the barn up top by the house tomorrow morning to get ready for new chicks arriving at the end of June.
Just plan feels good to see some traction on these projects...:)
Liz
Each one of you is precious. Remember who you are, and whose you are... |
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