First of all, I think my camera really is dying. But even out of focus, you get the picture. I'm really starting to resent this surface. This is the surface right inside the door we come in all the time. I've found pretty good solutions for the shoes and coats everywhere, but this dresser just attracts clutter. Things get dumped here on the way … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2010
How Contentment and Housekeeping are Related
I've had this post going through my head for a day and a half. Ideas for a post about being discontent with my home were racing through my head as I spent the entire afternoon cleaning to get ready for home-groups tonight. But now, sitting in my pretty-much-presentable house, I'm feeling much better. See, for several days I've been feeling a … [Read more...]
Menu Plan Monday
After the craziness of Snow Day + Natural Weekend Chaos, I'm ready to get some control over this house again. Although today is a holiday for the kids (translation - another day of no routine for mama) menu planning will help me get there. Monday - French Dip Sandwiches for our Family Romantic DinnerWe had things going on for Valentine's Day, so … [Read more...]
Powerless
Today is a snow day. We don't get many around here, so it's pretty exciting. And this one was a real one, meaning enough snow to make a snowman and have some great snowball fights. Yesterday afternoon, the power went out, and was out for about 9 hours. It was a lot of fun. We had a fire going and sat around the living room telling stories. Those … [Read more...]
All Those Interlocking Pieces
I hate puzzles. I know that "hate" is a strong word, but it's pretty much how I feel. I'm an intelligent person. I was high school salutatorian, and did fine in college despite having a lot of fun. But puzzles make me feel dumb. My brain just doesn't work that way. Looking at a ton of pieces that look pretty much exactly the same, and … [Read more...]
Daily Checklist
Made bed.Ran dishwasher (Didn't run it last night since it wasn't quite full. Probably should have because it was completely full after breakfast.)Swept kitchen.Made to do list.Cleaned up kitchen.Did focused 5 minute pickup.Washed and dried a load of laundry.Last night: Nada. … [Read more...]
Supper in a Hurry – Quesadillas
Crazy day today. I've swept the kitchen, and that's about it. I have to say that I'm thankful for a 3yo little girl who happily says "Sure!" when I ask if she can make it to one more store before her nap time. My oldest would act like it was child abuse if I asked him that question. On a crazy day, it's nice to be able to get a quick supper on … [Read more...]
I LOVE a Shiny Toilet!
I love clean bathrooms. Sparkly ones. Ones with no grime in the corners or rings in the toilet. If this is your first time here, and you're doing research on slobs, this probably seems strange to you. I can't tell you how it makes my buttcheeks squeeze together when I hear someone remark about a slob that they "can't understand why he/she … [Read more...]
Photo Booth Fun!
My niece got married last October. Evidently, one of the new trends for receptions is renting a photo booth. I LOVE photo booths. What is it about them? There's something about closing that little curtain that gives you total freedom to be yourself. The booth kept my two boys, 6 & 7 at the time, busy for the entire reception. … [Read more...]