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Cleaning Up:  What we have done today! Come Share with Us!  |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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 Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 11:29:35 AM
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We have done this a few times and it always seems to be pretty inspirational and motivational!
Today so far in addition to feeding and taking care of Nora, I have:
Unpacked a HUGE box from the move,
Dusted my book shelf
Re-organized the bookshelf
Vacuumed the Living room
Started a load of laundry
Sorted through 6 sacks of clothes from friends and family
Shampooed the carpet in the living room and hallway.
Got some things moved to the upstairs office that needed to be out of the living room.
Stuck a roast in the crock pot
Took the vacuum out to the garage/workshop to continue cleaning in there- I think I ruined the new belt I just put on today! Dang!
Washed some curtains
Started another load of laundry
Dealt with the Supreme Tempertantrum at 4pm (this is becoming a routine)
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
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Edited by - Alee on Apr 01 2009 4:05:15 PM |
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FreedomAcresFarmGirl
Farmgirl in Training
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Brenda
Ogilvie
MN
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 12:05:57 PM
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Today so far I have:
Washed 3 loads of clothes, hung one and dried the other two
Baked chocolate chip cookies
Changed 5 diapers
Made 4 beds
Combed 4 heads & brushed 4 sets of teeth (including my own :-)
Corrected a Science test
Sent my intro to MaryJane's Farm Forum
Stuffed diapers
Made lunch
Put littles down for naps
Gave the cows water and got the mail
~Brenda
Do what you can with what you have where you are. ~T. Roosevelt |
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kmbrown
True Blue Farmgirl
459 Posts
Misty
Waynesboro
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 12:23:48 PM
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Well don't I feel like a total bum! I have to admit, I feel so horrible this pregnancy I don't get anything done but the must do's!! So my little list consists of
Making lunch
Washed 2 loads of laundry
Watched Hubby feed the goats from the window!!
Took a Nap
Made my two week's menu and shopping list
Paid 4 bills
And then of course the normal care of 3 kids! Yeah, not so impressive but hopefully I'll start feeling better soon and then I'll be able to get back at it!!! |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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GaiasRose
True Blue Farmgirl
2552 Posts
Tasha-Rose
St. Paul
Minnesota
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 1:45:35 PM
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Major things I have done today:
3 loads of laundry
lanolinizing woolies
baby diapers (washed)
cleaned the toilet
made a ghoulash for friends who came over for a prenatal appointment
gave a prenatal
changed my phone service to a bundle and saved us about $30
vacuumed
plus the piddely things I do daily.
~*~Brightest Blessings~*~
Tasha-Rose
Farmgirl Sister #88
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"Joyful chaos, working in tune with the seasons, telling itme by the sun, variety, change and self-direction; all this wwas replaced with a brutal, standardized work culture, the effects of which we are still suffering from today." - Tom Hodgkinson in 'How To Be Idle' |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 1:58:02 PM
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I finally got the milk room cleaned and ready for goats! I have wanted to do this for the past several weeks and finally got motivated. I bleached down all the stanchions and the floors. Oh and I trimmed all 6 goat's feet, too. I also started on an embroidery project while I was goat sitting outside. Now I am cooking turnip greens and field peas for dinner and will start pork chops and corn soon.
I can't seem to get any house work done today. It's too pretty outside. Maybe tomorrow when it's raining.
Kris
Life is what you make it. Always has been. Always will be. |
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bushelnpeck
True Blue Farmgirl
262 Posts
Debbie
Sparks
Nv
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 2:23:14 PM
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Alee you said this has been good in the past for motivation and inspiration...I don't feel like I can contribute to this one, I am struggling today to get anything done. I am working my way through the house sweeping and cleaning but well here I am putting it off by checking in here. You girls all shame me when I look at your lists for the day. I can't even blame it on spring fever, it's not spring out there today! I could be in real trouble when it really gets here...Debbie
Farmgirl Sister #324
duty makes us do things, but love, makes us do things beautifully... |
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StasiaSpins
True Blue Farmgirl
78 Posts
Stasia
Augusta (Eau Claire)
WI
USA
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 3:49:54 PM
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Today so far I have:
Walked the four dogs three times each (too wet and muddy for them to play in their run)
Knit on a lace shawl (which I've been procrastinating on, and which is important for my health and sanity!)
Caught up on my audiobook - "The Forgotten Garden"
Soaked up the rays of my SAD light (it is very dull and gloomy here today!)
Cleaned out the box stall where DH had the bright idea to raise the meat chickens separately from the layers (and then forgot to clean it out himself)
Cleaned out other husband messes in the goat barn; it's tidy :)
Fed 24 goats, 3 donkeys, and the poultry
Watered above
Set the invasive sparrow trap
Signed up to plant for/watch for bees at http://www.greatsunflower.org/
Gave the chickens scratch grain in weedy areas so they will dig up the weeds for me
It was a very light day for me and that was my goal - I've been overdoing things lately. I defrosted dinner but DH will be cooking, making the fire up, and taking care of the dogs this evening. I have a quilt project for a friend who is ill which I've been putting off for months. I need to re-fill my well so that I can be supportive of others.
Sometimes, we just have to make space for our own R&R! Today was that day for me.
KRIS, great job with the goats! Good for you!
http://www.TuppinzFarm.com Heritage Sheep ~ Goats ~ Donkeys ~ Poultry
http://YarnAndABarn.blogspot.com Spinning ~ Knitting ~ Weaving ~ Quilting ~ Crocheting |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 4:07:28 PM
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Debbie-
Write down everything you have done today- even if it was as simple as wiping out the sink with a rag or feeding the dog. You will really see how those little tasks add up and that is where the inspiration really comes in!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
Put your pin on the farmgirl map! www.farmgirlmap.blogspot.com |
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
931 Posts
Elizabeth
Iowa
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 6:03:27 PM
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Today was a BAD day! All three kids are sick with a cold which is making them cranky and the baby is also getting a tooth in so his gums are so swollen and I can tell it is hurting him a lot. So besides the little things like getting the kids dressed, fed, baby changed and nursed I didn't do anything on the house. I did run to Wal-mart with the kids to get motrin for the baby and dish soap and laundry soap. Bath time is soon to be over so I plan to go fold a load of laundry and then put the baby to bed. I pray that tomorrow goes better! Thanks for starting this thread up Alee, it does inspire me and I'll post tomorrow what I was able to get done!
-Elizabeth |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Apr 01 2009 : 7:30:23 PM
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Aww poor kiddos, Elizabeth! I hope they feel better tomorrow!
I am going to be watching my niece tomorrow while my sister runs errands in Billings, so I might not do much tomorrow.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
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idsweetie72
True Blue Farmgirl
129 Posts
Sandra
New Meadows
idaho
USA
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Posted - Apr 02 2009 : 7:13:09 PM
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OK- ready set go-
Bottle fed my 3 little ones
feed the chickens and ducks
Fed Tinker
Gave fresh water to all
worked in my greenhouse watering,thining, repoting, and starting seeds
cleaned out on of my bulb beds
Finished the cremation of my 2 mama's- cried like hell- got a big headache
almost finished my sculpture
fed the babies
cleaned the house
did laundry
doctored up a chick that had got stuck in the wire
made dinner
fed babies
now I am finishing a baby blanket for a friend
whooooo- no wonder I'm tired
Have you ever noticed that at the end of the day and you're beat- and wonder why- I think we need to make these lists more often!
Mazy Day Farm |
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peggysue
True Blue Farmgirl
267 Posts
Peggy
Tulsa
Oklahoma
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Posted - Apr 02 2009 : 8:07:18 PM
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today i
walked the dog several times
cleaned up throw up from same dog after he ate some easter grass that the cat knocked out of the basket..
took out my trash
started on a new preemie gown, have 14 rows done already
took a shower
watched the final episode of er..
answered some letters
ordered some yarn on line
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mousiesmom.wordpress.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Apr 02 2009 : 8:16:06 PM
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Lets See-
Today I washed and folded about 5 loads of laundry
Packed for a week long visit to my parents. Thats a big bag for me, a bag for Nora, a bag for MISC stuff, and a bag for books and homework and laptop!
Washed a load of dishes
Made lunch for 2 hungry toddlers
washed the kitchen floor
scrubbed the shower stall
raked leaves in the back yard
Had a friend over with her 5 year old
Made a snack for 3 hungry kiddos
Got my accounting and microeconomic homework done!
Phew! Is it bedtime yet?
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
Put your pin on the farmgirl map! www.farmgirlmap.blogspot.com |
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rhondacate
True Blue Farmgirl
234 Posts
Rhonda
Janesville
CA
USA
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Posted - Apr 02 2009 : 10:11:03 PM
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These topics sometimes make me feel terrific, like I've accomplished a lot. And sometimes they make me feel like a slacker. :)
Today I...
Packed a lunch for my hubby
Washed the sink full of dishes
Fed and watered my pet chickens
Opened the greenhouse and watered the plants in there.
Went to work for 9 hours, where I did lots of stuff. :)
After work, I sat down for a few minutes and caught up on a couple of websites.
Then I planted a row of artichokes.
Spread mulch along half of the raspberry bed.
Sat outside in my swing for a while enjoying the beautiful starry/cloudy night.
Finally got dinner on the table around 9.
Had a good chat with my husband.
Now I'm relaxing for a few minutes before bed.
Though, I should be cutting up seed potatoes.
~Rhonda
http://rmfo-blogs.com/rhonda |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
931 Posts
Elizabeth
Iowa
931 Posts |
Posted - Apr 05 2009 : 2:59:00 PM
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Today started off really slow as the kids are still sick and grumpy and I am as well. I was able to take a nap and a bubble bath all alone though and now my energy has returned. I
*Made a vegetable pizza for lunch
*swept the kitchen floor and put some bags of groceries away from yesterday
*folded a load of towels and have another load of laundry in the dryer and one in the washer
*vacuumed the living and dining rooms and picked up all the toys
*Priced a box of stuff for a garage sale coming up in two weeks
*off to make spaghetti for supper
-Elizabeth |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - Apr 05 2009 : 6:50:50 PM
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We had beautiful weather today - finally!! We went to Cabela's and bought a fire ring and put in a fire pit in our backyard. I'm looking forward to using that this evening. Then I did some yard work, made muffins, hung out a load of clothes, and just made sandwiches for dinner. A nice relaxing sunny Sunday!
Farmgirl Sister #98
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
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Elizabeth
Iowa
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 10:32:34 AM
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Today is sunny and in the 50's so I have the windows open and so far:
*made breakfast
*Changed all three kids into their clothes
*Hung out one load of towels
*Put one load of clothing into the dryer and have another load of towels in the washer which I will be hanging outside
*Put one load of clothing away and sorted through my dresser to find things for the garage sale
*Washed the kitchen and bathroom floor
*Cleaned the bathroom vanity and cleaned the mirrors
*Washed the kitchen and bathroom mats and hung on the porch railings to dry
*Heated up leftovers for lunch
*Changed the baby and nursed him
Now I need to pick up the dining room and living room and vacuum.
When hubby gets home we will run to Wal-mart for some manure for the garden beds and then I want to plant the onions, radishes, turnips, and strawberry plants. |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michigan Girl in TX
True Blue Farmgirl
85 Posts
Kristi
Cottonwood Shores
TX
USA
85 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 5:22:08 PM
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When the little ones aren't feeling well it takes twice as long to do anything!
Today I:
Had to break out the carpet cleaner after my kitty threw up all over my daughters bedroom! Fun!
Decided might as well clean the other carpet while it is out
Multiple times had to referee arguments between my two youngest kids
Went to the grocery store (for a kitty brush and hairball remedy!)
Cleaned the kitchen and did a load of dishes
Made homemade laundry soap.... yea me!
Did a few loads of laundry AND folded them
Sat down and watched a show with my kids while contemplating if I ACTUALLY needed to COOK dinner!
Checked out the forum for ideas
The worst part? When my husband gets home from work he is only going to notice what I didn't do! So writing it here made me feel like I did do something!
Thanks for starting the topic Alee! Oh... and don't worry too much about the ultimate tantrums. Just wait for preteen hormones! That is where my daughter is lately. Oh the "drama"! :)
Kristi
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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homesteaderbelle
True Blue Farmgirl
391 Posts
Belle
USA
391 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 8:45:20 PM
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This is what I did today -
I woke up and got a shower
Went and bought another dairy goat
Worked around outside
Hung up a load of towels on the line
After they dried, I brought them in
Planted potatoes
Went and got dirt out of the garden for transplanting
Transplanted my tomatoe plants out of the planter into individual containers
Planted some more tomatoe seeds
Helped with pasturizing the goat's milk
and relaxed for the readt of this evening.
Belle
http://www.homesteaderbelle.blogspot.com/
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Prairie Princess
True Blue Farmgirl
1075 Posts
Jodi
Washington
USA
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Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 5:38:06 PM
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Fun thread...at the END of a day, lol. It's nice being able to look back on things accomplished, but thinking about this at the beginning of the day would be TOO much!! 
So today I...
--> Woke up at 6:30
--> Got ready for work & made breakfast -- fried eggs, biscuits & coffee -- YUM
--> Worked my morning job -- dog grooming assistant
--> Off work...drove 20 min to my new apartment
--> Rough drafted tentative remodel plans for entryway & closets
--> Primed walls for an hour and a half...
--> Came home, ate lunch & checked emails :)
--> Went to my afternoon job....Came home.....
--> Cleaned the cat boxes
--> Did a load of laundry
--> Took out the trash
--> Unloaded & reloaded the dishwasher
--> Cleaned the bathroom
--> BUBBLE BATH & FRESH POT OF COFFEE
--> And here I sit....preparing to...
--> Head BACK out to the apartment for MORE priming, cleaning, etc.
THEN when I get home...I need to sew dog bandanas for work tomorrow. :)
And I REALLY want to read today's paper and clip coupons from yesterday.......... :-/
~Jodi
"Women are like teabags...you never know how strong they are until they get into hot water." Eleanor Roosevelt
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
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Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
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Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 8:31:18 PM
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Today I
did 2 loads of laundry
washed dishes
sent a package to my daughter
went to the bank, twice
went to the grocery store
went to the pharmacy
made a loaf of bread
took a nap
paid some bills
bought a card for a friend
sent some emails
now it is time for a cup of tea and watch 'Australia'
made dinner
For tomorrow and its needs I do not pray, but keep me, guide me, love me, Lord just for today.
St. Augustine
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Cleaning Up: What we have done today! Come Share with Us! |
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What we have done today! Come Share with Us!
