This has to be the nicest day yet this spring, but I am determined to be in my basement decluttering and cleaning. Today I must get this area clean and packed away so that over the next couple of days I can move the contents of the adjacent room, which was flooded last year, into it.
I am also preparing to sell some of our old curriculum and books at a used curriculum sale this Saturday.
None of these things are all that difficult, but they are energy drains, and I have not been feeling very good this week. I am worried that if I push myself I will end up in bed tomorrow. I'll have to take it slow, easy and steady and get things done at my own pace.
Wish me luck.
DMC
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Spring Cleaning Inside and Out
Today I let the breezes clean out the cobwebs from my thoughts as I walked along the shore of Lake Ontario with my daughter. The crashing of the waves and the warm sunshine were like a balm, and we both left feeling refreshed and relaxed.
Enjoy the spring,
Donna
Enjoy the spring,
Donna
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
A Worthy Plan, Except for the Weather
It seems that when the buds start to unfurl themselves, and the breezes are fresh and newly warm, I just can't keep myself inside. The house seems stuffy and stale, and just outside is fresh air, and new life bursting up where there once was none.
Maybe that staleness on the inside of our homes after a long winter is why homemakers everywhere spend time in the spring cleaning out the cobwebs and freshening their homes. I have read that originally spring cleaning was designed to remove the soot that accumulated inside the home over a long winter of cooking and heating with wood. I even thought I could use that as an excuse to skip the spring cleaning. However, it is spring, and my house really could use a good freshening and cleaning!
That just adds to my long list of stuff that needs to be done around here, thereby stressing me out, when all I really want to do is get outdoors and watch spring bring the sleeping earth alive.
I love spring...and I love spring cleaning; just not at the same time.
DMC
Maybe that staleness on the inside of our homes after a long winter is why homemakers everywhere spend time in the spring cleaning out the cobwebs and freshening their homes. I have read that originally spring cleaning was designed to remove the soot that accumulated inside the home over a long winter of cooking and heating with wood. I even thought I could use that as an excuse to skip the spring cleaning. However, it is spring, and my house really could use a good freshening and cleaning!
That just adds to my long list of stuff that needs to be done around here, thereby stressing me out, when all I really want to do is get outdoors and watch spring bring the sleeping earth alive.
I love spring...and I love spring cleaning; just not at the same time.
DMC
Monday, April 13, 2009
Looking Back and Planning Ahead
Truly, the last name change for this blog. Really.
I am so happy to report that my new washing machine works great. I finally figured out how to level it (by adjusting the screw on feet in the front). This is very important so that the machine doesn't go jumping around....as I found out...a little too late.
I have almost sorted through all of the clutter in the storage room...there are some pictures of the mess somewhere on this blog...and my new shelf is almost full. Today my daughter and I went through a bunch of keepsake items of clothing that we have kept aside to keep...forever? Little ruby red slippers, a fuzzy pink coat, her Sleeping Be
auty Halloween costume that she wore when she was 2...so cute. Each year, on or near her birthday, we go through this stuff. We watch home movies, read the journals I have kept since before she was born, and I tell and retell the story of her birth. She loves it and it is really nice to recall those days. Here is a picture of the birthday cake we made. Chocolate brownie with gourmet vanilla bean ice cream in two layers and covered with ganache (Em designed it--a horse jumping over 3 licorice sticks...with blue jelly bean water on the other side).
I have been doing some long term planning for the next term in Grade 7, (which is also the last term), and for Grade 8. I am addicted to forms, and am always trying to create the perfect one for various uses from chores to planning. Recently I figured out a way to create forms on Microsoft Office. I almost tingle when I think of it..I know, I have to get a life.
Anyhow, gotta go make balloon animals with Em.
DMC
I am so happy to report that my new washing machine works great. I finally figured out how to level it (by adjusting the screw on feet in the front). This is very important so that the machine doesn't go jumping around....as I found out...a little too late.
I have almost sorted through all of the clutter in the storage room...there are some pictures of the mess somewhere on this blog...and my new shelf is almost full. Today my daughter and I went through a bunch of keepsake items of clothing that we have kept aside to keep...forever? Little ruby red slippers, a fuzzy pink coat, her Sleeping Be
auty Halloween costume that she wore when she was 2...so cute. Each year, on or near her birthday, we go through this stuff. We watch home movies, read the journals I have kept since before she was born, and I tell and retell the story of her birth. She loves it and it is really nice to recall those days. Here is a picture of the birthday cake we made. Chocolate brownie with gourmet vanilla bean ice cream in two layers and covered with ganache (Em designed it--a horse jumping over 3 licorice sticks...with blue jelly bean water on the other side).I have been doing some long term planning for the next term in Grade 7, (which is also the last term), and for Grade 8. I am addicted to forms, and am always trying to create the perfect one for various uses from chores to planning. Recently I figured out a way to create forms on Microsoft Office. I almost tingle when I think of it..I know, I have to get a life.
Anyhow, gotta go make balloon animals with Em.
DMC
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
General Update
It has been a busy week. I bought a washing machine, started making plans for conquering the disorganization, clutter, flood damage, excess stuff, mouldy caulking, unruly garden and general confusion that prevails in my home lately, put together my new shelf, and conquered some of the clutter in the basement storage area.
Tomorrow my new washing machine arrives from Sears, so today I began pulling up the tiles where the old machine was, and cleared a recognizable path through the basement to the laundry area.
DMC
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Got My Shelf!!
I finally purchased my storage shelf today, and I am very excited. It is a wonderful shelf made of "hybrid plastic resin" which is made from recycled materials. Plus, it was only $29.95 at Costco, and that's Canadian.
Here's a picture of my little treasure still in the box.
Tomorrow I go to the doctor to get the results on my test - the mammogram I had last week. I have made a resolution not to worry until I know I have something to worry about.
Until tomorrow....
DMC
Paralysis
I feel paralyzed and am disappointed that I am not able to work more on the house.
After taking several loads of laundry to the laundromat today to wash, and then cart them home to dry, I realize I need to purchase a new washer soon. However, with my daughter's birthday coming up fast, and other important appointments, everything will have to be placed temporarily on hold.
DMC
After taking several loads of laundry to the laundromat today to wash, and then cart them home to dry, I realize I need to purchase a new washer soon. However, with my daughter's birthday coming up fast, and other important appointments, everything will have to be placed temporarily on hold.
DMC
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