115. Out.

Final day

I have all 115 today. I am so glad to be finishing. It has been much harder this time, I think anyway. I know I am posting early we are leaving to go camping and just so everyone knows I am making dinner for everyone. I already did everything else, but I will do my nightly routine tonight. Best of luck Christy, you better tie me!

2020 + 115= 2135. And hooray because my mom sewed Halle's blessing dress so I didn't have to. :)

got 140 today. Swept for 20 min instead of vacuuming. vacuum is in the shop. If that doesn't count I will borrow my nbrs vacuum tomorrow. GOOD NIGHT

Christy

1880 + 140 = 2020. By the way, Kath also mentioned to me about posting so late. I posted at 10:30 my time. I don't know why it said after midnight for you guys. Maybe the time zone difference? Anyway, what a day today. I am exhausted. I went grocery shopping, borrowed a friends truck and got a load of mulch, unloaded the entire load of mulch, returned the truck, made dinner for a neighbor who had a baby, made dinner for my family, did my weekly home blessing hour, etc. etc. I'm feeling like super woman today. I am exhausted and I still have 4 loads of laundry to fold on my bed. Grrrr. And Ryan is still at work and it's 10:20 here right now and he has to be back at work at 7. Poor guy. Not the norm thankfully.

Misty

I got all 115 for today. Got to go tour Skylers new middle school tonight. It seems very cool. They do teams and points like Harry Potter. Do I dare say "10 points for GRIFFINDOR!" Yes I guess I do.

100 for the day-1555 total. Wait, do my eyes deceive me or did Christy post after midnight?!?! FLAG ON THE FIELD!!

Christy Day...

1765 + 115= 1880. Did more de cluttering today: Halle's dresser and downstairs. Getting my house in shape for company tomorrow evening.

my internet is crapping out. Got 115 today. Went to kickboxing with shay, it was great, but I am BEAT!

Andrea-Tuesday

I have 110 for the day. I just need to do my bed time routine for all of my points. I have already made dinner and it is in the crock pot!! Go ME!!

c Day 19

115 for today. De cluttered my kitchen cupboards and drawers in anticipation of our swap this Thursday. (that makes my total 1765, I had forgotten my extra 5 points from Friday)

misty

I am posting for Misty. She can not get on line?!? She has 115 for the day. I got my last 15 for the day.

Andrea

I have 100 points so far this morning. I am so glad the mission of the day was cleaning off the front porch and entry way. I dont have a "porch" but I do have 10 stairs when you walk in my house that go up to my apartment. It needed to be cleaned off badly!! At the bottom of the stairs is where everyone takes off their shoes. I even had company yesterday that said "WOW! You have a lot of shoes!!"

C Day 18

1535 +110= 1645. Didn't do my de cluttering and no mission for today but finished my weekly home blessing by changing sheets. It just about did me in. And we are on day 18. I went back and checked and we started on Wednesday the 14th. I'm probably still crazy but I think the day is right. My tri was fun, Halle loved her party so today was a success. I am EXHAUSTED but Halle wanted cinnamon rolls for breakfast tomorrow so that is what I'm doing tonight instead of sleeping. ZZZZZZZ.

andrea

115 - total of 1245

Misty 15

So it looks like we are on for another week. Next Sat. is it. I had planned on 21 days anyway. Super long day today. It was Wayyy humid and I took benedryl for my allergies, so I was tired all day but not itchy or sneezy.

1560+85=1645

115 - 1130 total

M 14 Not 17 you crazies

Well we have only been doing it two weeks, not three. I guess if we are done I would win since I did get my home blessing done today. 140 points for today. I think everyone who quit still has to pay. You committed, you must pay! So I think we should do one more week unless Christy is done. That is all I have to say.

C Day 17

1420 +115= 1535. All I have to do is change sheets tomorrow for my weekly home blessing. I got the rest all done tonight while Ryan was on a man-date with my bro-in-law in Lawrence. It was a blessing in disguise. And my practice tri is tomorrow at 8 am. Wish me luck!

P.S. Are we done? Today's the last day in April but we didn't really set an end date. Do you want to continue, Misty, since you're the only one really doing it?

I win!!

I'm so glad you've all agreed to the 1600 bonus points for anyone who is nursing a baby while having mastitis that is resistant to 4 antibiotics. I have earned it these past 4 weeks which is part of the reason why posting has been more difficult this go round. So add 1600 to my previous 110 = 1710. I guess I win. Thanks for playing ladies. Gotta love flylady.

C 13

65 + 1355 = 1420. Didn't do much flylady stuff because I worked my bootie outside all day mowing, rototilling, etc. I am tired and stinky. I need to take a shower. Looks like we're tied.

P.S. I just remembered I did do a load 0f towels. +5 points+ 1425

M13

Super tired. Good day. 115+1305=1420

What a great idea

I LOVE Andrea's idea. I am having the same problem. Plus, Andrew has been working on our computers and networking the past few nights. So I've been missing out on a BUNCH of points because I couldn't post. I'm going to start doing that too!!

Thursday-Andrea

Ladies, I have been falling asleep before I can post every night. I think the problem is I get up at 5:30 every morning to get Nathan to seminary and then I come home and do my list. I usually have everything except dinner and my night routine done before 8am. So by the time I sit down at night I am done. I fall asleep and wake up the next morning feeling awful because I havent posted. So I am just going to start posting in the morning what points I have. If I miss out on the points for dinner and my night routine that is better than no points at all. I have made this short story endless... so here goes... I have 125 points so far this morning giving me a total of 1015.

Misty day 12

So thanks to Kaely and her friend Mia. I got 115 today. I am just wondering what the deal is? Every body dropped out except Christy and I? Are we going to keep going or just send Christy a check?
1190+115=1305

C Day ?

1255 + 100= 1355. Didn't do my de cluttering. It's kinda becoming a bad habit. The areas I really need to do I don't want to.

Christy

1195 + 60= 1255. It was a good day though I didn't get all my points. Spent the afternoon outside and had a terrific day. Didn't de-clutter, do the mission of the day or make dinner.

Got the vacuuming done, even though it was stressful. Going to kickboxing class tonight and didn't want to take the chance I would forget. Feeling much better today. When I woke up this morning Shay said "we need you to do your flylady stuff today." Our house was trashed. But it is looking good, especially my living room. 1075+115=1190

Christy Day 10

1080 + 115. De-cluttered my mismatch sock pile. I hate doing that but the kids (and I) always have WAY more socks when I'm done. I love flying!

A whopping 40 points for me today. It was just a busy, busy Saturday running from one thing to the next. Glad you guys had such a special day.

I have the best sister ever! Thanks for everything! You guys do so much for me I don't know how I would make it without you!! We left at 7am this morning and I pulled into my driveway at 11pm. So the only thing I think I have done today is get dressed!!! The fact that Misty did anything more than that is proof that she is AWESOME!!

so what day is it? Saturday #?

Today Andrea went through the temple for her own endowment. It was a wonderful, long, crazy weather day. I was really glad she chose to do that and that I got to escort. It was really a special day for me too. Thank you Andrea, I love you!

I got everything except dinner, and exercise. Also I realized I didn't cook dinner last night the babysitter did. Does that count? Probably not. So deduct last nights dinner too.

I will add my points later.

Christy Day 9

900 + 140= 1040. Did my weekly home blessing hour right before Ryan came home and had the kids help. I love having the floor mopped, clean sheets, and a clean house to start the weekend. Feels great to fly. Those of you who dropped out are missing out...it's never to late to start back up and jump in where you are.

Andrea Day 8

I fell asleep last night before I posted. I am just waiting for one of you guys to mess up so I can take the lead!! I have 100 points for the day... :)

today was a good un!

Got all 140 pts hurray!

Christy Day 8

I kicked it into high gear this last hour and got my kitchen spic and span and did my last minute stuff. It always feels great going to sleep with a clean house. It feels even better waking up to one. Total for today 115 + 785 = 900. Woohoo! Thanks for the idea of de-cluttering my inbox, Misty. I just spent 15 minutes doing it so I could get my full points.

M 8

755+115=870 Worked 8 hours in my back yard today and cleaned my house. Super tired. Good night!

Christy Day 7

670 + 115 = 785. It was a good day.

I'm Baaack! M 7

115 today+75 yesterday+565=755 total. Had a wonderful day. Good to be doing this.

tuesday

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 Tuesday Didn't make dinner or do the mission of the day... I didn't even look it up to see what it was. Can we say LOSER! Total of 640. Posted by Andrea at 10:31 PM

I found my post from yesterday. I posted to the wrong blog. I am a total blond. Did my home blessing points today - 140 and 760 total!

yesterday...Julie

So I know I won't get the points, but at least I'll be accountable. It seems I am never home for more than a few minutes at a time, or I have someone over, which keeps me from getting to my list. Anyhow, yesterday I made the bed, swished and swiped, cleared off a hot spot, did a 5 minute room rescue, emptied the dishwasher and rebooted the laundry. Doing a little better today, so we'll see. I really just forgot to post last night...oops. Here's hoping my memory will be better tonight.

Christy Day 6

555+115= 670. I actually got full points today. I de-cluttered Claire's baby clothes and I guess it's harder to say goodbye to them than I thought it would be. I kept a nice big stack for keeps.

m 6

75 points today

Christy Day 5

100 points for me. I didn't de-clutter. It was a beautiful day and I couldn't force myself to stay in the house long enough to do everything. Oh well. Good job, ladies. Total for me: 555.

Julie Day...uh...I really don't know what day

So I think I got 40 points today. I'm actually quite proud of myself because I got those points before I had a friend over at 10am, then got struck with a SUPER migraine that literally knocked me out for the rest of today. Andrew had to come home early from work to rescue me which was a huge sacrifice on his part. As of now, I'm downgraded to regular run-of-the-mill-able-to-blog headache, but am going to bed. So HOORAY for the 40 points I got. I'm going to bed with an empty clean sink and a house better picked up than yesterday. Yahoo for flylady! (I'll check the blog tomorrow and add all my points then.)

Misty

I didn't swish n swipe, I know that is silly but my bathroom is a wreck and i just couldn't do it. Too tired. I will recheck my points to make sure they are correct. Super lame everyone is quitting. Am I really that intimidating? Just kidding. 455+110=565

Monday AGAIN!!

I have everything but making dinner. That is going to be what kills me!! We did have FHE?!? That should make up for it ... Right? I promise to do better tomorrow.

Don't Give Up!!

Hello Ladies,

I have had the craziest last few days and have been beating myself up over it. The worst part is, it is completely AGAINST everything flylady stands for. F.L.Y. is to Finally Love Yourself enough to allow yourself NOT to be perfect. I get zero points for the last few days but I'm not giving up. I will post again tomorrow and hopefully I'll be able to do most of the things on the list. If not, I'll still post. Thanks for the encouragement and I'll see you posting tomorrow!

Julie

Andrea day 4??

330 + 125 is 455... Forget TGIF I am thankful tomorrow is Sunday too!! I did my home blessing today but no mission of the day. Thank you ladies for giving me incentive to keep on keeping on!! Have a wonderful Sabbath Day!

Christy Day 4

Today 115 because I finished my home blessing hour but didn't make dinner and there is no mission for Saturdays. Overall total 445.

misty day ?

Wow, it has been a rough couple of days. I was able to get it all done except my exercise. I did walk alot, but not 15 consecutive min so I didn't feel right taking the points. Happy tomorrow is Sunday.

Day 4 - Tasha

Did everything except no dishes to unload since I hand-washed pots from the night before

(I didn't have a full load and that's a big no-no in this house!!) 110, completed weekly home blessing,

25 & to top it off, I jogged/walked a 5K to train for my upcoming race. I am feeling drained!

345+135 = 480

Christy Day 3

I didn't do my exercise today so my total is 100 + 230= 330. Bummer. I only have to dust tomorrow to finish my home blessing hour. Hooray! For de-cluttering I cleaned out half of Luke and Claire's closet. It looks sooo much better. Maybe I'll do the other half tomorrow.

Misty day 3

So after my melt down today and thanks to Christy, Andrea and Tasha, I was able to get half my talk written, a date with Shay and all my flylady stuff done. I honestly wouldn't have made it through today without yalls help. I was a complete wreck. I LOVE YOU GUYS. So I also did my home blessing hour, which included sweeping my living room instead of vacuuming. If I tie with someone to win, I guess that will be the tie breaker. So my points tonight, 230+140=370

3rd Day Andrea

I have 115 for the day a total of 330. I hope to do my home blessing tomorrow... My home needs a blessing!!

Tasha... We get Sunday off!

Day 3 - Tasha

Today was my worst day yet. Exhausted. Completely exhausted. I had too much on my plate today and just as I was sitting down to blog about the 2 last tasks I didn't get to, I forced myself to get up and set the timer and knock them out. I had already done the hard stuff. I had to do everything at 3 different times today because of my crazy schedule. I really wish I could have waited until 2:30 A.M. when my husband got home to have him move the dryer. But, I couldn't stay in the challenge if I didn't do it myself. 115+115+115=345. BTW, do we get a day off?

Dropping out. sorry

You guys are amazing and I will watch from the sidelines. I have my bets on who will win. I have to drop out. I have to much on my plate right now. Good luck

Kath

Christy Day 2

115 for today. I decluttered under my kids' sink. It looks fabulous. Hooray! Total: 230.

So Tired Day 2 Misty

I am beat. This pollen is kicking my bootie. Shay got home after being gone all week and I stayed home from book club to be with him but he fell asleep at 845. He was home for less than an hour. So I finished all the leftover flylady stuff and now I am completly exhausted. Guess I will join my sleeping husband. 115+115=230

Tasha Day 2

Let me start by saying this is no cake walk, but so worth it when I walk in the door from work at 7 PM to a fairly clean home. I just finished everything and now realize I will be watching a lot less TV since it's already time for bed! The sanity I am gaining from a clean house will be worth it though! Thanks for the opportunity ladies.

~Tasha - 115

I did everything but make dinner so the 110 from yesterday and the 105 from today gives me 215! So watch out ladies I come with more than mathematical skills!

Day One For Real!! (Christy)

Thanks for understanding Julie and Misty and letting us begin on a high note. Today was a great day. My house is looking amazing. I almost finished my weekly home blessing hour, too. Mia mopped the floor for me and did a great job. I got the full points of 115. It feels great to fly!

Kath new day 1

Hey 100 points today so I'm feeling good. I didn't declutter anything. Thanks so much for feeling sorry for me about yesterday. You guys are the bestest.

Kath

New Day 1 Julie

I'm giving myself 110 points. I did it all but dinner. Wednesday night is our "eat out night" because we have a half hour drive to soccer, soccer at 6, church at 7. My kids were a little naughty though, so I made pb+j's for them as punishment. I'm giving myself 5/10 points for that for 2 reasons. Technically, I made their dinner, and I followed through which was a great teaching moment when I was eating my own "fast food". ha ha!

New Day 1 Andrea, Tasha, Misty

So glad we started again, my friend Tasha will be joining us. I was a loser and didn't get Christy their emails so I will post today and do that tomorrow. We might need to fix the clean the church bonus unless we plan on keeping it. I was tired from moving sand at our nbrhood park for a couple hours today so tonight stuff was hard but pushed through and got 115. I hope Kathrine and Christy had a better day.

Misty

I did it all but my laundry, I think that means 110.

Andrea

Worked really hard and got it all done tonight. 115

Tasha

Kath day 1

Wow what a bad start. Remember I was going to win!! I didn't make a single bed today but I did every other day this week. I didn't declutter or do a load of laundry(I have a load sitting on my couch begging to be folded but I just refused to look at it) and the list goes on. I think this should be our practice day. I did make dinner but I'm not sure how that's going to help my other feebleness. Good luck and maybe you guys will have mercy and we can start tomorrow?

Kath

Lame-o Day One

I don't know what it is but it always seems like the first day is so crazy I don't do well. It was Addy's birthday and between lunch and dinner festivities and visiting teaching I was only home for about 2 hours after school with all the kids. My house looks super clean but I only got 50 points. I have to admit to being super discouraged. Not a strong start once again which is really frustrating.

Misty Day 1 Andrea Day 1

So I got full points today. I can't remember what number that is so I will check. It came back so natural. I loved it. Busy day and going to bed happy. I am so happy to be doing this again! Thanks Ladies! 115
Misty

My sister Andrea is going to join as well but has not been added yet, like I said busy day. She got all her points except exercise. I will check what that means later. Goodnight. 100

Julie Day1

105 points for me. Got it all done except for making dinner. Had only one car, so had to pick up hubby from work then drive 45 min to the dealer to pick up car #2...right during dinner time. Taco Bell saved the day. Oh well. That's life. Loving getting back into the swing of things though. Hope I'm not the only one to post tonight...

FINALLY a Challenge...

Hi Ladies! So I really meant to begin a challenge April 1st but then we went out of town that day so it didn't happen. I've been receiving requests to please begin a challenge (because it helps so much with motivation). I meant to give each of you a call today so that we could begin tomorrow but the day passed and it's too late to call the East Coast people. So let's begin tomorrow (for one more practice) and then begin counting points Tuesday FOR REAL. Is everyone ok with putting in $10 and that would go to the winner? If not, email me and let me know. You can still participate with us but wouldn't be eligible for the prize bootie.. I can't wait to begin and post each night our accomplishments, especially that we're in the full throws of spring. Let's get flying!!

P.S. Katharine's feeling pretty good like she's going to win it this time around so we each have to being our A game!

50 billion points for me today.

Dusty blinds

So I love having a child old enough to understand the value of money. I am paying my 12 year old 1 dollar per blinds to clean and dust them on both sides. He is a sucker for money so he agreed. I don't think he realized how hard it is. I think I got the better end of the deal. Thanks for the idea Christy. I think I'll have to up the dollar amount for the windows. Spring is a great time to clean. Kath

Vacation can spoil you!

You know when you go out of town and there isn't as much to cleanup, you can get spoiled. Thanks for all the motivating posts because I'm looking at my dishes and want to cry. Maybe I should start with opening my blinds. On a side note, Liam's room looks great and I have 2 huge bags for the God Will. (funny name)

Kath

Ps. I'm up for another challenge. I know I'll win this time.(wink, wink)

slow

Hi everyone! I am so glad the sun is shining too! I am so excited the grass is turning mor green everyday and all of my daffodils are getting ready to bloom! I am feeling slow today I think because of our busy spring break but I am still trying to fly! So far I have cleaned my bathroom, made my bed, unloaded the dishwasher, taken the trash out, fed the cows, emptied two suitcases, put a load of laundry away and I've got more laundry going. Wow! Okay, maybe I'm not as slow as I feel! That totally helped to list what I have accomplished! I want to hear every little detail of what you all have done! Keep up the great work everyone!
Traci

I love you sun!

I am with Christy...it's going to be a great day !!My bed is also made and the laundry is already going. The blinds are open and rays of sunshine are filtering in...I love it!!! Bring it on..I'm ready to fly!

Heidi

Bring It On, Spring!

The kids are in school, the snow is melting, my bed is made and I feel energized. I hope you ladies are all feeling the same. I'm thinking we'll start a REAL challenge April 1st so if you know of anyone who wants to participate, let me know. We'll start counting points and everything. I'm feeling like I am going to have an amazing day today and get the house all taken care of now that my company is gone and the sun is out. Have a great day, ladies and let us all know how you're doing...

A great day for Christy

Today I was feeling a little frustrated at the extra mess a house full of kids can make. Julie encouraged me to have the kids help me complete my list. That's what I did and it worked surprisingly well. I showed the kiddos the list and let them choose what tasks they wanted to help do. My house is looking amazingly clean and I am feeling great. My neighbor family all stopped by unexpectedly and I was so happy to have a clean house and not be embarrassed at the tornado it can sometimes be. Hooray for flylady! Keep up the good work, ladies!

Wowee

I have been a slacker, ever since the contest ended, I promised myself I would keep doing it the same. But slowly, I quit doing one thing, then another, until I wasn't doing much of anything. So today I got my stuff back out (I actually used the concept in my lesson on Sunday) and today I am feeling great. I wasn't as far off track as I thought and within a short amount of time I feel like I am back in it. This is an inspired program. I am so glad to be doing it. The main reason I haven't posted is because I only had bad stuff to report. Keep Flying!

Spring Break!

Hello ladies! So this is the first time I've posted and I don't have anything to post really except that we are out of town for spring break so I haven't been "flying" lately. When I get back I will really get groovin'! I am excited to really get goin!

Traci

Decluttered the Trunk

Ok Ladies, you will laugh, but in February when I was decluttering EVERY stinkin' day I followed flylady's advice and took the "give away" pile out to my trunk. Well, then I never took it anywhere to donate so everything kept rolling around my trunk. It was so annoying because anytime I used my trunk I had to double check that I wasn't bringing the junk back in (with the groceries, for example.) If I had to put my stroller in there, it had to go on top of all the junk. Last week my husband went grocery shopping for me and a few days later I found a gallon of milk in a grocery sack from his trip mixed in among the junk. It was ridiculous. Well...I'm finally happy to say I found a good donations site that took all my donations yesterday and now my trunk is ready for my next go 'round. Only THIS time, I'll take them each time I'm near that store, instead of letting them pile up.

I will post. Still reading my scriptures and making my bed. Most of the rest I do half of it. When I want to.

I can do this... i think ??

It has taken me a few days to get all together, but now that I'm going I'm really loving it. Having the check list on the fridge is really helping. My oldest will come in and tell me "wow, you have done a lot," or "mom you really haven't done much" so that really keeps me on my toes. I can say that my house is already cleaner and calmer(if that is possible during spring break) and I love the fact that my bed is made everyday. SO full speed ahead...glad I'm doing it!

-Heidi

Time to Get Serious

OK Ladies, where are you??? I NEED YOU!! I need the motivation. Please start posting. If I see your posts, I will post too.
I FINALLY broke down and ordered the declutter kit from flylady's website tonight. I can't wait 'til it comes. Decluttering in February was making a HUGE difference and I haven't done it even once since we entered March. I'm hoping the kit will make it a little easier and keep me going. Hope to see your posts soon!!
Julie

First Day back was weaksauce

Got 55 points yesterday (thurs.) Its a madhouse here right now with 3 extra boys staying with us for the weekend. Today is my first "calm" day all week so I'm hoping today I can work my way down the list with little distraction. Boy, do I need it!

Kath Day whatever

The house is clean and I got full points today. I'm feeling good. Now it's off to warmer weather and some giant killers whales and other such marine animals. Have a great week.

Kath

Christy first day back

So I didn't get all my points but it feels soooo good to be back on the wagon. I actually de-cluttered Claire's dresser and took all the clothes out that don't fit. It will make it so much easier for me (and especially Ryan and the kids) to choose clothes for her in the morning. And it only took fifteen minutes. My goal is to work hard today (Thursday) and get my weekly home blessing hour done so I can start the weekend with a clean house, especially since the kids don't have school tomorrow. I've already got the dusting and vacuuming done. And I finally got almost caught up with my laundry too. I only have two more loads today and then I'll be back to a load (or so) a day and not let Mount Washmore (like Julie said) pile up again. I'm so glad to be doing flylady again before spring break when the kids are home all day and company comes. I'm going to stick with it and fly through spring break. Let me know how things are going with you.

I am so ready to fly. Where are all my flybuddies? I am officially starting tomorrow. Today was too hard. Plus I'm still a little weak from illness.

Kath

Brand New Day

Hi Ladies, old and new! I loved our February Challenge so much and I cannot understand why I fell off so badly once it ended. I still kept up a few things but I'm definitely not "flying" like I was. I have been thinking ALOT about the best way to do this. I think accountability is key. Where some of us have done it before, I want the playing field to be equal. I propose we let the newbies begin and the rest of us jump back in to posting every night (if possible) the amount of points we've earned throughout the day. I want it to be motivating but not overwhelming or taking away from the MOST important things: our families. When it was a competition, sometimes I did things at night to get my points when what I really wanted to do was snuggle up with my hubby and veg. Not that I'm against having it be a competition, but let's try just jumping back in and posting our points before we start up a challenge. That will give everyone a chance to do their best without feeling guilty. And it will give anyone new who wants to join a chance to become familiar with all the flylady stuff.

I'm going to send emails to those who previously participated and add some who specifically expressed interest. If you know of anyone else who wants to do it, the more the merrier! Just have them email me and I will add them as an author on the blog so they can post and also sign them up to receive emails. If you don't want to receive emails when a new post has been made, just let me know and I can take you off the list. Have I forgotten anything? Just jump in where you are (as Flylady says). You are never behind! Let's get flying!!!

When we feel ready for a challenge (with a prize involved), we can start one up and anyone who wants to can participate. Good luck, ladies! I can't wait to hear how it's going.

P.S. For the new ladies, here is the link to our first post which will give you the rundown of what our points list entails. If you have any questions, go to Flylady.net and go to the baby steps and it explains everything (or ask me if you can't find it). I will email you a list you can print off and put on your fridge to check off each day.

Fell Off the Wagon

I've fallen off the wagon...I have 4 loads of laundry to fold and put away. Mt. Washmore has attacked. I've been keeping up with getting dressed, making my bed and emptying the dishwasher, as well as a few 5 minute pick ups and 2 min. hot spots per day, but almost everything else has stopped. Ladies, I NEED YOU!! I need the motivation. Help!! Let's keep posting. . .

And so it goes...

Today I got 90 points. After 3 weeks of making dinner every night (even date night!! I'd make dinner for the kids, then we'd go out to eat) I treated the family to Pizza Hut. It was Delicious with a capital D. Before the challenge we'd eat out over any little thing. I'd have a bad day, or I didn't have food, or I just didn't "feel" like what I'd planned on. But during the challenge I realized those excuses still existed, I just didn't GIVE IN to them. Aha! I overpowered MYSELF and loved it. Tonight I gave myself a break and I also chose NOT to work out.
One more thing on the list of "things I learned" list. There were several nights that I was doing things for the challenge instead of spending the LITTLE time I have with my hubby. The downside of being so competitive. Next go 'round I won't do that. Its not worth it. Glad I realized it though and my hubby still loves me. Hope you are all still flying...keep posting...even though we're not really tracking.

oh yeah, and for Katherine, don't give up over spring break. My little 5 year old that was in HUGE trouble Friday night practically did my entire list on Saturday as punishment...only it was great because I was side by side with him and we got it all done and enjoyed each other's company. I killed 3 birds with one stone, (punishment, time spent together, got my own chores done!) The kids were home today too, so we did it again, only not as punishment, but as family time. Ha. It was great...AND I EVEN MOPPED MY FLOOR TODAY...so I should be done with my home blessing tomorrow!!!

Final Wrap up..What have you learned?

Hey ladies! Though I didn't end on a high note this week (didn't finish my home blessing hour) I still feel great about this challenge overall. I have learned soooo much. For starters, that laundry doesn't have to be the beast that I make it out to be if I just do a load a day and PUT IT AWAY instead of letting unfolded laundry pile up in my bedroom. Also, even if I do, it will take less time than I think to fold it and put it away, especially if I'm racing against the clock and set my timer. I feel like this has helped me take back control of the house and feel good about it being my job instead of bitter about how much work I used to think it was. (It's a lot of work but totally manageable if I am organized). And this challenge has helped me remember how much little things can make a difference and lead to a spiral effect (like if I take 1 minute to make my bed, I am more likely to be motivated to keep my room clean and not let the laundry pile up in there because I don't like it). It was soooo awesome to have some of the last few daily missions in the bedroom be ones I had already done so didn't really have to do anything like clearing off the nightstand and taking care of a pile of clothes. I actually didn't have to do either of those because my room was already clean. Anyway, thank you, thank you, thank you for participating in this challenge with me. It would not have been the same by myself. And I do plan on doing one in March but I need a few days to get it going and I just haven't had the chance to get it organized. I'm curious to see what flylady's habit of the month will be for March because I loved the 15 minutes of de-cluttering. I want to keep doing that one. This post just keeps rambling on and on. I would love if you all could take a minute and share what you've learned or how this challenge has helped you. I think it will be motivational for us all. Cheers and happy flying!! (And congrats to Julie and Misty for being the winners and Katharine for also being a winner and sticking it out with me in the trenches!)

Julie 18

1860+140 (yesterday)+100(today)=2100
Got it all done today and even vacuumed out my car.

Misty day 18

Got all 100 points today. Skinned my other knee playing basketball and hurt my ankle, but made 8 points in the game and that made me happy. Shay, my dad, Skyler and I replaced the brake pads and rotors on the van and my dads car. And Skyler beat us all at Knights and Cities, or Cities and Knights, whichever you prefer. Hope every one is happy and healthy. By the way, is this our last day or are we going for 21 working days? 2115

Kath Day 17

I got everything done today in preparation for this weekend for 140 total. 140+1670=1810 Plus I cleaned the church tonight for my extra 300 points. Yeah for me because it wasn't that hard. So my new total is 2110. Good night girls.

Christy's Day 17 totals

Only got 50 points today for my stuff for a total of 1755. It was a ROUGH day. But thankfully, I did my duty and helped clean the church tonight for 300 points which makes my total 2055. Ouch! I think that puts me ahead of both Julie and Misty. That's incredible! And I never thought I had a chance. That's a come from behind victory if I've ever seen one.

Julie 17

140+ whatever my total was last night= ??
Great day, bad night. Got all my points plus weekly home blessing hour done before date night. Had to come home early from date night after 3 calls from the babysitter about a misbehaving 5 year old. Anyone looking to adopt a naughty little boy?

Misty 17

Another great day. Shay is home after being gone ALL week. Man I love him. Got all 115 plus a bunch of other stuff done. Tired but happy.

Kath day 16

100 points today for a total of 1670. I didn't declutter but I did sign some papers to sell my house. Super scary!!!!

C day 16

1605 + 100 = 1705. I AM EXHAUSTED and I don't know how I'm going to get out of bed tomorrow. I'm already feeling it.

Misty 16

Great day. Got all my stuff and my home blessing done today 140. And loved survivor, just wish Parvati would have gone home!

Julie Day 16

1745+115=1860 Super productive today, SUPER tired now...I think I'm overdoing it. Going to watch survivor and go to bed. Goodnight Ladies!

Julie 15

1630+115=1745 I admit it...I'm weakening... some things are getting easier, some things are getting harder. Its 1 min to midnight and it took all the strength I had to get up off the couch to go shine my sink. It was all I had left to do, but I got home late from YW tonight, watched 2 hours of American Idol with Andrew and was intermittently falling asleep. I did it though and was actually surprised because it took less than 5 minutes, yet I had been dreading it all night. My sink was actually already shining, but I had a few dishes around the kitchen to throw in the dishwasher!! Why was I dreading this? I think it is teaching me that work procrastinated just SEEMS harder. Its so much easier to just DO IT. Amen. Goodnight. (or good morning, since you've all already posted.)

Kath day 15

I am feeling very motivated and got everything done. It has been a great day to Fly. I've been thinking about how all you guys have been kicking my booty and want to know what has been easiest and hardest for you in this challenge. For me it has been the hardest to exercise and shine my sink at the end of the day. The funny thing is that I usually got those things done it was the ones that were easier that I failed at more then once like make dinner. Anyway,115 today+ 1455 so now I have 1570. good night

Kath

Misty 15

Today, I was feeling the joy of Fly Lady. I am so grateful. I was able to get the girls room organized. It is the toughest room for me. I want to get the girls new sheets, they need them bad. When it comes time to change sheets I hate it because I only own one sheet for every bed, so I have to wash them and put them back on in one day. But the upstairs feels SO good. I got 115 today as well. I do think this challenge has saved me ALOT of money because I don't go anywhere anymore, I have too much to focus on. It is great. 1760

Christy Day 15

1490 + 115 =1605. I had my loving movement and a few things left to do and Mia had been begging for a piggy-back ride. I threw her on my back, set my timer for fifteen minutes and ran around the house putting things where they belong. It was so much fun for the both of us and killed two birds with one stone. I love Flylady!

Kath day14

I waited until the last minute on a few things but still finished, yeah for me. 115 today for a total of 1455. Some things have become second nature like the swish and swipe and making my bed. It's kinda nice to not have to think about it. Good night

Christy's Day 14

1375 + 115= 1490. I'm tired. I already pooped out watching Lost and had to wake up and do my dishes. I almost said forget it and went to bed but I took a quick ten minutes to do it. Not for the points but because I know I'll be soooo much happier tomorrow morning to wake up to a clean kitchen. Cheers!

Julie Day 14

115+1515=1630
I'm tired. But happy! Today I packed away some maternity clothes, you know, from "THE PILE"...guess that means I need to start losing weight so I can actually wear the regular ones???

M 14

Feeling SO much better today. Today I was feeling like it is finally becoming habit. I just woke up, made the bed, read my scriptures, got dressed, etc... It just came easier. Julie, I can't remember if I said this, but I like to watch shows on hulu while I ride the bike. That motivates me to do it early, because I usually have something I want to watch. Got full points today, and cleaned my sons room for 2 hrs. My brother came and stayed with us for 4 days they just left and they stayed in there. We got it cleaned super good. Now to get the poop out of the carpet I just found. They have an almost three year old, who had fun pooping on the floor! I am so grateful to you girls for doing this and including me, it has been fabulous. By the way I loved the barbie dresses Christy, you will never have to buy Barbie clothes again.
1645

Christy day 13

1260 + 115 today =1375. Feels great. I want to continue and do a challenge next month similar to this one. I already have a few new people who want to join. I want it to still be motivating without people having to pay money if they don't want to. What do you think? Give me some ideas of what to do...

P.S. Sorry about the migraine, Misty. That's the worst. I can't believe you still got full points. Incredible.

P.P.S. And Julie congrats with the couponing. I need to know your secrets.

P.P.S.S. And not to leave you out Kath- Hope Liam is feeling better and fever-free tomorrow.

Julie Day 13

1400+115=1515 That's a cool score, right?? Got it all done, but once again had to do the exercise at night. NOT FUN. House is looking much better though. Went couponing again today and you've GOT to see this! I have ONLY had the time to coupon because of flylady. Now that my house is somewhat under control, I have more time to coupon, which means more $$! Yahoo!

Also, just wanted to add a little testimonial. Last Sunday I pretty much stayed on task because I didn't want to get off schedule. Yesterday, however, was another story. I didn't do a thing from my list other than get dressed and that was because we had church. This morning was ROUGH. I don't ever want to take another "day off." The work just piles up. Even my shower wasn't as nice this morning because I had to scrub mascara off my face since I didn't do my before bed routine (other than teeth brushing of course, GROSS). Anyhow, I'm a believer!

Kath Day 13

I'm tired and my son's fever keeps coming back so it's off to bed here. 100 points today because I didn't exercise. I got very little sleep last night. Poor excuse but it is what it is. 1340 total. By the way, I am also loving the missions for the week. My bedroom suffers the most.

Kath

Ps Thanks Christy for letting Ella play for hours. That is the only reason I got as many points as I did today.

M13

Had a bad migrane today. But pushed through and finished it all. I got most of it done in the morning so that is the only reason. I love the Master Bedroom being the cleaning spot of the week. 115 for me today. Paid off two Credit Cards today. One left and a small balance on it. HOORAY ICE CREAM!

De-cluttering Pics

I've been meaning to post these for a few days and finally got around to it. Enjoy!!

Here's my linen closet before: packed and ready to explode at any minute. Every time we got something out, everything would fall and I would just shove it back in.

In less than 15 minutes, I completely cleaned it out and got a good pile to take to the Godwill.

Here's my box I cleaned out of the toy box for the Godwill. Barely anything went back in. I've been trying to convince Ryan to get rid of the toy box for quite sometime.

Christy day 12

FYI, Misty and Julie, there is no mission for Saturday so you shouldn't have gotten 140 points, you cheaters! Just kidding, but really the most you could get is 100 unless you got the 25 for the weekly home blessing for a total of 125. I only got 75 today because I didn't do my decluttering or make my bed, etc. because someone was on it all day. We did make the activity table for Luke and it looks great. I just have to do the wood putty and paint it and we still have to make the toy bins. It wasn't that bad but Ryan is a perfectionist so it took a little longer than I guessed. We'll post pics once we're done. I did take pictures as we went, though. My total overall is now 1260 (and I'm not cheating!!). :)

Kath day12

90 points today. There isn't a mission on Saturday so I didn't do that and I didn't make dinner. The pizza was sure good. You guys are missing out on some sweet fast food. You are way stronger then me and that is my downfall.

Kath

That make 1240 total for me.

Misty day 12

Got family in town. But got everything done before they got here, except dinner, sink and face. So it was easy to get it all done tonight. Played a sweet basketball game today and made 6 points and only missed once. Went into overtime twice and we won by two points in the end. 1415 overall.

Julie Day 12

1275+140=1415 Today was a great day. I did mop my floor so I finished the weekly home blessing hour. Glad tomorrow is Sunday, this has been a busy 2 weeks. I'm not planning on slacking, but its nice that I won't have to be SO accountable. :) Got my decluttering done first thing this morning and it moved my day right along. So nice. Enjoy tomorrow and we'll see ya Monday!

This pizza is so yummy! I'm not trying to make you guys fall. I'm just letting you know how good it is and I'll have leftovers for Sunday lunch.

Christy Day 11

140 + 1045 = 1185 total. Drug my feet all day until around 3pm then kicked it into high gear. Finished mopping and scrubbing baseboards after the girls got home. It feels SOOOO nice to go into the weekend with a spotless house that I can just work on maintaining. Happy weekend! (I've got some de-cluttering pics to share later. Maybe sometime over the weekend. My house is looking fantastic).

P.S. I have the wood to build the activity table from Knockoff Wood. I can't wait to build it tomorrow with Ryan. I'll post pics when we're done (or once we've painted it, etc.)

Kath day 11

140+1010=1150 I made dinner tonight even though I didn't want too. That's awesome for me and saves some money. I just wanted the points.

Kath

Julie Day 11

1160+115=1275 Got it all done, but once again procrastinated the decluttering and exercise. I hate spending time doing them once hubby gets home, ya know? Any motivators for getting them done EARLIER in the day?? Help me out ladies!
Thanks for the mopping tip, Misty. My kids will love that tomorrow morning! By the way, I've been dying to see what you made from knockoffwood.com. PLEASE post pics!!

Misty 11

Feeling good, TGIF. 115+1200=1315

Kath day 10

Wow you guys are super women. I did not make dinner tonight but I got everything else done. I just finished my exercise. I will spare you the details of that:0(JK) 105 +905 is 1010. Good night

Kath

I'm horrible at adding. I had come back and correct it(ha ha)

I had to come back again because I didnt get 115 I got 105. I am having problems!!!!! It must have been that exercise. I can't think straight.

Julie Day 10

115 today plus a totally successful day couponing. I filled my cart for $8 and used $46+ in coupons. I love it!! Flylady is making me feel like superwoman! (Once again procrastinating the mopping of the weekly home blessing...just keep repeating, "my timer is my friend in 2010." I CAN mop for 10 min...I CAN...we'll see...1160 total

Christy's Day 10

960 + 85 = 1045. I had a fieldtrip with Halle, lunch bunch, home for a time and then took Mia to the doctor. It was a tiring day so I didn't do my exercise or de-cluttering but I did do the rest. Hooray for me!

M-10

Hosting book club tonight. Need to post early. But getting all done today was super tough. I am beat. Wow, but it was easier to clean this time than it normally is for book club. Got to get the kids to bed. Also completed my home blessing today. I must really love book club to miss Survivor. I am digging it this season. 140+1060=1200

Christy's Day 9

115 + 845= 960 total. I'm not freezing. You guys are just wimps. JK.

Kath Day 9

115 plus 805 is 920. I'm cold as well. Where is the spring?

M-9

FREEZING! 115+945=1060 Looking forward to spring.

Julie Day 9

115 +930=1045 Had a good day but I REALLY need to do my most dreaded things earlier in the day. I hate exercising at night, but I just got it in. Now I'm off to eat some cookies...ha ha.

Decluttering Wednesday

This is my front hall closet BEFORE:
And after: Ah...so nice. I always dread the decluttering, but am always surprised at how peaceful I feel about that space when I'm done. It is so nice. It's not a huge change, but I decluttered 2 church bags that were on the floor in there also. And I hung our fall wreath in the attic. Unfortunately the box has to stay there because it has all of my piano music and is the only place close the piano for now.

This is my lima bean wreath I finished last week. It is hanging on the outside of the hall closet door. It needs some kind of bow to finish it off... maybe sage green or black?

Declutter pics

decluttering is my favorite part. I guess because you can see the biggest difference.

Julie Day 8

115+815=930 We just moved into this new house in October and I was surprised by how much gunk had built up on the cupboards of my bathroom vanities. Thanks Flylady! Also, for my 15 min. workout today I walked around my neighborhood with the stroller while the kids rode their bikes. It was great for all of us. So nice!

Kath Day 8

115 today for a new total of 805. By the way are you guys totally sure you're adding right?(JK) Maybe I'm adding wrong and I have more than I think. Wouldn't that be nice. Good night

Christy's Day 8

730 + 115 today = 845 total. Thought I'd post a quick de-cluttering pic. Nothing fabulous but it made me happy. Cupboard under my phone before and after.

M 8

Super tired and my stomach hurts, just hope i am not getting the stomach flu that has been going around. 830+115=945

Kath Day 7

90 points for a new total of 690. We had a fun family day so I feel great about what I was able to do. It took some busting of butt this afternoon and evening, but all in all I'm happy with it. I can not wait until tomorrow and my kids get back in school. I will be bringing it on so look out.(I'm a horrible smack talker)

Christy's Day 7

Today I got 100 for a total of 730. I didn't do my de-cluttering because my kids were all home and any spare minute I had was sucked into a book I couldn't put down. Still, it feels nice to have a clean kitchen when I go to bed.

Julie Day7

115 today, 815 total. Again, I'm loving this. Sunday was a nice break. The decluttering is working wonders even though it is my most dreaded part of the day. I should have taken pics, but just wanted to get it over with. Hope you're all doing well. Goodnight.

Misty-7

Today I got all 115, but I yelled at my children when they told me their room was clean and I rewarded them only to find out that is was no where close to clean. So I am a little bummed. Hope to do better tomorrow in the talking nicely even when frustrated catergory. Good luck ladies! 115+715=830

Christy's Day 6

Today I got 75 (+555=630). I didn't de-clutter or make dinner. We had Pizza Hut and I have to say, it wasn't that great. I didn't want to do my exercise either but at the last minute I checked everyone's scores and figured I could do a quick few minutes on the Wii Fit. If Misty or Julie have a bad day I don't want to let myself get too far behind. It's not too late for us, Katharine! I made Claire a darling ruffle onesie tonight. I'll have to post some pics of it. Nighty-night!

Misty 6

Barely fit it all in, just finished washing my face and brushing my teeth. Give me 100 points for Saturday. Just FYI, I am soooo glad for Sunday. Don't give up Kathrine, I am barely hanging on!

Kath Day 6

I will hang in there until the end. I got 70 points today plus my weekly blessing hour of 25 points for a total of 95 points. Added to my 505 gives me a new total of 600 points. I'm not going to win this thing unless ALL of you mess up but I already feel better and there is less chaos in my home. It's great.

Day 6

I did everything today, but not sure how many points that would be. 100? Lemme know.
So it snowed here last night and they canceled church tomorrow even though it is mostly all melted. So funny. Good night.

My Decluttering Today

Decluttering is the hardest part for me. I think the pictures really help motivate. I didn't take before pics so you can't see how bad it was... but it still makes me happy. The top pic is Brandon's dresser. He's 2 mo old and had outgrown all 0-3 months clothes. So I opened up the box of 3-6 months clothes, but kept piling them on top of the dresser. It took 2 decluttering sessions, but I emptied out the smaller clothes and put the right ones in the drawer. It was great to give some away and THROW some away!
Also, I FINALLY emptied out my hospital bag from delivering him. Yea! I counted it as decluttering because it had been sitting on the floor of Brandon's room these past 2 months. It definitely needed some "putting away" and I even threw away a maternity shirt. Yea!!
And last but not least, I hit a HUGE coupon deal at Walgreen's yesterday on Huggies diapers. I came home and cluttered Brandon's floor with them...so much so that Andrew tripped over them this morning. Oops. So they had to be "put away". Pretty funny, eh??

Challenge of the day

Just to be sure, there is no Challenge of the Day on Saturday, right? I just didn't want to miss it. We are all doing so good, doesn't it feel great! Thank you so much for motivating me to DO SOMETHING. I have been so lazy lately. Good luck today.

Dedication...Julie Day 5

Yes, it is 11:39 and I JUST finished. I had to get my weekly home blessing hour done after date night because I was procrastinating the mopping. I hate it... 5 swiffer pads later my kitchen floor is finally clean. Ha ha. I also had to declutter which tonight was the top of the washer and dryer. It always has junk on it. Now it is all cleared off and ready for tomorrow's laundry to be folded! Yea! As for the workouts, I've been wiifitting every day. I just earn 15 points in my wii fit bank which usually takes about 18-20 minutes. Not bad for just having had a baby, eh?? 140 today, 600 total.

Misty's big 5

I did take some pictures of my before and after but will post those maybe tomorrow. Got it all done, I am loving it. The house just feels so good. Even though it isn't perfectly clean, I feel the spirit more with reading my scriptures, I clean way less but feel good because I have accomplished my task list. Shay is happier because the dishes and laundry are always done and our bathroom stays clean. My biggest fear is running out of spots to declutter before the challenge is over. Keep up the good work ladies. 475+140=615 For working out I like to put the firm on my laptop turn up Pandora and put Adam in his high chair. It works perfect. Honestly working out is my least favorite part! (I guess that is why I am chunky)

Christy Day 5 "kick yo butt" total

I'm feeling great posting my points early. All I have left is my before bed routine, which I am giving myself points for because I PROMISE I'm good for it. We have a date tonight so I don't want to forget when we get home. I got all my points today plus finished my weekly home blessing hour by mopping my floor today and vacuuming all of upstairs. Points for today 140 which takes my overall total to 555! I'm feeling great, ladies. I am so happy we're doing this challenge. Even if I don't win, I still win because my house is clean, it's getting de-cluttered and I feel in control and not super stressed. Hooray! I can't wait to hear how you guys are all doing and feeling about the challenge. We've got to keep this up after February.

De-clutter before and after

I don't have a great spot to put all my sewing stuff so it kind of takes over when I have a sewing bug, which I've had recently. I didn't even take pictures of the kitchen, where I also had stuff all over the table and the ironing board out covered in stuff. This is just my big pile in my room before.

Here is the after once I vacuumed and everything. Tadah! I'm feeling so great today. I even played one-on-one basketball with Addy for my exercise time while Claire took a nap. Feeling like a super mom today and looking forward to my date night with Ryan! Happy Flying Girls!

i

Kath day 5

I am posting early today because I'm going out of town for the night.(yeah for me) I kicked some serious booty this morning and got my stuff done. 105 points for me today. I will count my weekly home blessing tomorrow. My total is now 505. As for exercise ideas, some of the things I like to do is stairs(I run up and down mine during Liam's nap for exercise, Ella thinks it funny), walks around the neighborhood, a really good wrestle with my kids and husband, Wii fit or Wii sports, mall walk and (the act). Have a great day, because I sure will.

15 minute Exercise Ideas

Hey Ladies! Just wondering what you're doing for your 15 minutes of movement. I need some ideas. When I can't make it to the Y, I can't think of other ideas. I've been doing Wii Fit but wondering if you would share what you've been doing to broaden my horizons.

Misty's Day 4

Okay, got it all done, but it is getting a little tricky. Life likes to happen. 115+360=475

Kath Day 4

This is a little embarrassing but my excuse is that my kids were home alllllllllll day and it was hard. I still tried my hardest. It's baby steps, right? I got 85 points today, which puts Christy ahead of me:( I have 400 points total.

Christy Day 4

115 today. 415 total. I'm really hoping some one forgets to post tonight. Preferably some one ahead of me. Oh yeah, everyone is ahead of me. :) I am super tired. I almost fell asleep without posting. I took some before pictures today of my de-cluttering but I am going to wait to take my after pics tomorrow once I vacuum. I know you're all dying to see them. Until tomorrow...

Julie day 4

115 today, 460 total. Man am I tired.

Julie Day 3

115 for today...it was a close call...I had to declutter and shine my sink after YW tonight, but it got done so I'm happy. Like Misty, we had lasagna too and I made it using Christy's crock pot recipe. DELISH! Get this from her if you haven't already. It is definitely a new family favorite. I also started "couponing" this week and am SUPER happy with my diaper purchases today. All in all a great day.
115 today, 345 total.

Kath's Day Three

I finally joined the full points club. 115 points today added to my 200 makes for 315. Plus I scored some sweet deals at Gap. It was a good day.

Kath

Christy's Day Three Total and Bonus--Pictures to Boot!

I thought along with my total of 115 (300 overall) I would show the areas I have decluttered thanks to my 15 minute decluttering. (By the way, my 15 minutes of exercise about did me in. I really didn't want to do it but just did it on the Wii Fit finally). I will admit I did what Flylady warns against and I went a little overboard and spent more time decluttering but sometimes it can be addicting. I know you can all understand. I saw Katharine's lovely decluttered mudroom area of her laundry room today. I don't want to add any more pressure to anyone but if you have the time and feel like you want to, I would love to see what your 15-minute decluttering has done. I think it will be good motivation for all of us. A before shot of either of my spots probably would make the after more incredible but I think you can appreciate it anyway.

Junk drawer in my kitchen (believe me, this is a BIG improvement). I could hardly shut it before.

My laundry room. It's no longer piled with about 40 coats. I can't wait to take three big grocery bags to the Godwill tomorrow!! Yes, it's Godwill, not Goodwill. Our favorite little thrift store.

Misty's numero Tres

Tonight I made lasagna and banana bread. It makes me happy to cook for the family. I also completed the list and did my taxes. 115+245= 360

Misty's Day 2

Good day, got it all done. Oh except that one thing. 115+130=245

So to address the situation, I am sorry if I made you all uncomfortable. I was just trying to be humorous. I hope all is forgiven and we can get on with the challenge. I do not mind not counting that from here. Good luck and good night.

Julie Day 2

Yeehaw! I am loving this! I had a busy morning with grocery shopping and well baby visits, and was worried I wouldn't get all the points, but I pushed it this afternoon and got it all done and I feel great! Thanks so much ladies. Hope you're all enjoying this as much as I am.
115 for today, 230 total.
Keep on truckin'!
Julie

by the way...have you gotten the emails about the flylady olympic challenges coming up? Not sure what she'll have us do, but maybe we should think about it now so we can decide if we want to add that with points to the program for those weeks. Just throwing it out there...

Today I got 105 points. I didn't make dinner:( Add that to yesterday and I have a total of 200 points. Not bad but I'm still striving for full points. Now I'm off to watch some Lost in my clean house. Good night ladies!

Kath

Christy's day 2 total

Hooray! Today was much better. It feels good to get the full points of 115. Added to yesterday's total of 70, my overall score thus far is 185.

Daily Missions

Zone 2: Mission #1 Monday

Dear Friends:

We are back in the kitchen!! The mission for today is not fun! So
sorry! LOL! Clean your kitchen trash cans!! Take out the trash and
wash those nasty gross cans out! You know what happens when that
trash bag slips down and yet the rest of the family still tosses
things in there! Use a soapy rag and wipe down the sides and the
bottom. Some of you may need to take the can outside and spray it
out with the hose. If you have a lid, don't forget to clean the
underside.

Have fun! (Kelly is ducking and running now....lol)

Kelly
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Zone 2: Mission #2 Tuesday

Dear Friends:

Your mission for today should you choose to accept it: Scrub down
your counter-tops. I don't mean to just wipe a rag across them! I
mean you get some hot soapy water and you wipe down the counters from
front to back and side to side. Yes, you have to move the stuff on
the counters to do this. DON'T take everything off at one time and
then plan to put it all back again, I promise you will get
sidetracked and then you will all email me crying that it is all my
fault!! LOL! You just move your toaster (or coffee pot or whatever
this is an example here! :>) ) over to one side and wipe down the
counter, then move over a foot or so, move aside what is there and
wipe down some more and so on. We are not marathon cleaning the
kitchen here, just getting all the crumbs and junk that seems to
build up behind and under things. Have fun! Don't obsess! Enjoy!

Kelly
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Zone 2: Mission #3 Wednesday

Dear Friends:

I will be able to hear the groans around the globe with this
mission ! LOL!

Grab those toothbrushes and get ready! Yep! You guessed it! Get an
OLD toothbrush and some soap and scrub those kitchen sink faucets!
You will be amazed at how much gunk and grime will come off around
the handles! You shine your sink everyday but today we are going to
make those faucets sparkle! While you are at it take that soapy
toothbrush and scrub your rings that you are wearing that have gotten
grungy and make them sparkle too!

Have fun! I promise you will love the results even if you hated the
actual job!

Love,
Kelly
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Zone 2: Mission #4 Thursday

Dear Friends,

Today we are going after the big appliances!

I am not telling you to clean your ovens and tear apart your
refrigerators. Just wipe off the fingerprints, the spills and the
dried food that gets stuck on the stove, the dishwasher and the
refrigerator. Wipe down the doors,the handles and the surfaces.

This is not a detailed cleaning mission where you need to spend hours
scrubbing, just 15 minutes to surface clean your large appliances.

Kelly
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Zone 2: Mission #5 Friday

Dear Friends:

Today is our last day in the Kitchen!! For today I want you to grab
your broom and your mop. Sweep your kitchen floor really well and
then mop. There are several ways to mop a kitchen floor and no real
wrong way. Hot soapy water and wipe. There is no "perfect" mop and
no "perfect" way to do it. Just Do It!

Don't obsess and get caught up in perfection! It won't matter if you
don't mop the way your Mother did as long as you do it. Remember
House work done incorrectly still blesses your family!

Kelly

Misunderstanding...Ooops!

Lucky Shay ;) Seriously though, I thought we were kidding about the double loving movement. I could see counting that as your loving movement cause it is exercise after all but personally I’d rather not share whether I “doubled” my loving movement. I guess I’m a little embarrassed/shy/whatever. I must have misunderstood.

If you don't mind I propose that points stay as is, but from here on out we don't count THAT portion...although I agree any motivation helps! I'd think you could also include some "loving movement" as part of your own personal before bed routine. Ha ha.

Also, I think Katherine should be allowed to do yesterday's mission and get the points. And so no one misses the missions again, I'll post the daily missions here. Just a thought.

What say you?

Misty's Day 1

I woke up today dreading this. Adam was up with a severe diaper rash at 2 and I couldn't go back to sleep for at least an hour and a half (which NEVER has happened to me before). But thankfully I watch a little boy every Monday at 9 which got me up and running, with my hair done and my shoes on. But I almost feel a little guilty telling you my total today was 130. Good luck tomorrow and good night! Hope you get to feeling better Christy.

Christy's total

70 points for me! There's a lot I didn't get done due to sickness but I feel pretty good about what I did do.

The day started off easy for me, but now that it's 8:30 it was really hard to do the last few things!!! This is great for me because the evening are when it counts at this house. This will be fun it see how much I can push myself in the evenings. My house can stay clean up until the kids get home from school. I got 95 points today. That's not bad for me. I didn't do the mission of the day because I just signed up today on the Flylady sight and I didn't shine my sink because I'm too tired. Good Luck, Kath

Day 1 Points

Good Evening Ladies! What a great first day. I am LOVING this challenge. I did so many things I have been putting off because I just didn't think I had time. It felt so great to get so many things done. I got everything done on the list except the complete Home Blessing Hour, which I will complete by Friday for the mopping. So here's my points tally thus far:
115

Weekly Home Blessing Hour

FYI just thought I would share that according to flylady's website, you DO NOT have to do the weekly home blessing hour all in one day. You can spread it out however you'd like, as long as you get it done in that week, M-F. So I say for the points, you cannot log ANY points until you've done all of it. And its 25 points or 0. No in between. Just a tip for this week, the daily mission for Friday is mopping, so I'm saving that portion of the weekly home blessing and counting it for both. Happy Flying!

Get Ready, Get Set, Go!

Counting points starts tomorrow. You'll want to each make sure you're signed up to receive Flylady's emails so you know what the mission of the day is. If you have any questions about what a five minute room rescue is, etc. just look on her website. You can search for any of those things or go through the getting started stuff. I adjusted the blog settings so that we each will receive an email once a post has been made to the blog so we can keep up with how everyone is doing without having to check back all the time.

Everyone is a blog author so we can all easily make posts. Let me know if you have any trouble with this. Anyway, have fun and good luck!! We're going to have the cleanest, happiest houses around!

The Rules

Ok, ladies. Glad you're all excited to make new habits. I know I am. They say it takes 21 days to form a habit so I figured the last three weeks in February (7-28) would be perfect. I've assigned points to different items. Each day we have to post how many daily points we earned and what our cumulative total is. If you don't post THAT day, you don't get the points for THAT day. Fair enough? Also, no points on Sundays (should we do it on Saturdays?) We each put in $15 (if that amount sounds okay) and whoever has the most points at the end of the day on the 31st wins the prize ($75). And if you cheat, you're only cheating yourself. Honor system, please. Here's what I've come up with. Let me know what you think.

*Get Dressed to Shoes including Hair/Face, Brush Teeth (5 points)

*Make Bed (5 points)

*Swish & Swipe (5 points)

*Empty Dishwasher (5 points)

*Reboot Laundry (one load) (5 points)

*What's For Dinner? (10) (you get the points if you make dinner)

*Declutter for 15 Minutes (15)

*15 Minutes of Loving Movement (exercise) (15)

*Scripture Study (15 points)

*If you complete Flylady's mission of the day (15 points)

*Five Minute Room Rescue (5)

*Spend 2 minutes clearing off a hot spot (5 points)

*Shine your sink (5 points)

*Before Bed Routine (whatever yours is-brush teeth, wash face) (5 points)

*If you ever help clean the church, you can get 300 bonus points, ladies!

*Weekly you can get 25 points if you do Flylady's Weekly Home Blessing hour which includes:

• Vacuum
• Dust
• Mop
• Polish Mirrors and Doors
• Purge magazines
• Change Sheets
• Empty all trash

When you do your Weekly Home Blessing, set a timer and spend only 10 minutes per item on the list. When the timer goes off, stop and to the next item. Anything is better than nothing!

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, post them and I can answer them (or we can decide together). Have I left anything out? How should we collect the money (at the end?). I can't wait to get started!!

*For the record, most of this content was taken directly from FlyLady's website @ Flylady.net. Check it out for further clarification.