We typically go to church on Sunday, usually the contemporary service with the band leading the praise songs. But this Sunday was a little different. I volunteered to do the PowerPoint for the early service, then I taught children's Sunday School. Mom, Paul and Sophie came up for the third service. It worked out pretty well because Sophie got a little wiggly during the sermon so I stepped out with her since I'd already heard the sermon earlier. After church we went to eat lunch at a local restaurant that was giving a portion of the days proceeds back to the church. There were several of us from the church at that time. This was my "Spirit Renewal" time.
Later in the day we had a birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese. That was my "Spirit Depletion" time. Sophie will NEVER have her birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese! Oh, yes, I said it!
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Saturday Family Fun Day
Saturday is the day set aside to enjoy time with your family. These have been hard for us because Paul has had to work most weekends, but today he was off. Yay!!!! We had Sophie's swim lessons in the morning then we went to Stockyards Stations after nap. We had fun petting the animals. Then we stayed and watched a very short parade. Although we didn't stay very long, it was just the right amount of time for Sophie.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Friday Home Blessing
Spend one hour cleaning your house, just the major rooms and main areas.
1. Vacuum
2. Sweep & Mop
3. Glass & Mirrors
4. Dust
5. Change Sheets
6. Empty Trash
I really wanted to just veg in front of the TV when I got home but I have managed to the focus each day and I didn't want to quit now, so I strapped Sophie in her highchair gave her some snacks and a sippy cup and got cleaning. The idea behind today's focus is that if you maintain a fairly clean house then you won't find yourself in the predicament that you would "just die" if someone came by unannounced. We never have that happen but it's nice to feel like my house is presentable.
The good part is we keep the bedroom doors closed because of the cats so I just focused on the entry, hallway, kitchen, and great room (living room and dining). Besides, if we do have guests I lock the cats up in the master bedroom, so no one ever sees that room anyway. Theoretically, you should spend 10 minutes on each item. But for me the dusting and glass don't take as long, so that gives me some extra time for the floors. I also don't do the sheets at this time. I save that for when Paul is home and we usually do that either when we get up in the morning or just before we go to bed. I should really find something different for the trash, because that's gets done on the mornings when the trash gets picked up. I will rework this list before next week to make it work for us better.
1. Vacuum
2. Sweep & Mop
3. Glass & Mirrors
4. Dust
5. Change Sheets
6. Empty Trash
I really wanted to just veg in front of the TV when I got home but I have managed to the focus each day and I didn't want to quit now, so I strapped Sophie in her highchair gave her some snacks and a sippy cup and got cleaning. The idea behind today's focus is that if you maintain a fairly clean house then you won't find yourself in the predicament that you would "just die" if someone came by unannounced. We never have that happen but it's nice to feel like my house is presentable.
The good part is we keep the bedroom doors closed because of the cats so I just focused on the entry, hallway, kitchen, and great room (living room and dining). Besides, if we do have guests I lock the cats up in the master bedroom, so no one ever sees that room anyway. Theoretically, you should spend 10 minutes on each item. But for me the dusting and glass don't take as long, so that gives me some extra time for the floors. I also don't do the sheets at this time. I save that for when Paul is home and we usually do that either when we get up in the morning or just before we go to bed. I should really find something different for the trash, because that's gets done on the mornings when the trash gets picked up. I will rework this list before next week to make it work for us better.
Accomplishment for Feb. 24th
I went to the Just Between Friends consignment sale with 2 items in mind and I found them. I wanted a bathtub ring/seat for Sophie. All she wants to do is stand up and it is so hard in the bathtub. I found this seat for half price, it is new and it works great. I know Sophie can still stand up but so far she hasn't figured that out yet.
The next item on my list was a jogging stroller for Paul to use. I had really hoped that he could go with me to pick it out since he's the one using it but he had to work. I found the Jeep one in great condition. I spent more than I initially wanted but I got a great deal. Paul hasn't had a chance to use it yet, but maybe this weekend.
The next item on my list was a jogging stroller for Paul to use. I had really hoped that he could go with me to pick it out since he's the one using it but he had to work. I found the Jeep one in great condition. I spent more than I initially wanted but I got a great deal. Paul hasn't had a chance to use it yet, but maybe this weekend.
Thursday Anti-Procrastination
Do something you keep putting off!
I chose this as Thursday's focus because I don't have any work obligations on Thursday and it is usually just time for Sophie and I.
But this week was harder for me. We had a really busy day and I didn't end up with as much free time as I normally would have. I did work on a policy document for work. We are trying to update the policy and I needed to review and make changes. I got through a first read of it while waiting to have lunch with Paul (and Sophie was napping). I also read through my Sunday School lesson for this week. I just got it yesterday so I really hadn't procrastinated, but I could have waited until Saturday night to even take it out, so I guess Mission Accomplished!
I chose this as Thursday's focus because I don't have any work obligations on Thursday and it is usually just time for Sophie and I.
But this week was harder for me. We had a really busy day and I didn't end up with as much free time as I normally would have. I did work on a policy document for work. We are trying to update the policy and I needed to review and make changes. I got through a first read of it while waiting to have lunch with Paul (and Sophie was napping). I also read through my Sunday School lesson for this week. I just got it yesterday so I really hadn't procrastinated, but I could have waited until Saturday night to even take it out, so I guess Mission Accomplished!
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Wednesday Purse & Car
Clean out your purse and the car!
Before:
After:
My purse is kind of small so I have to clean it out fairly often. The car on the other hand...it really needs to be cleaned everyday.
Before:
After:
My purse is kind of small so I have to clean it out fairly often. The car on the other hand...it really needs to be cleaned everyday.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Tuesday Errand Day
Get all your running around done at once! That is today's focus. I chose to do this on Tuesdays since I have to be out anyway for my staff meeting. It's also the most convenient day to take care of any work shopping that needs to be done. We usually start the day at Stroller Strides but were running late and had a lot of other stops so we just got ready and headed out. We went to Michael's for a sale item (that was already sold out) , Hallmark for a birthday card, Mardel's for bulletin board displays (didn't find anything I liked) then on to church for staff meeting. We ate lunch with the retiree group at church and watched the local high school show choir perform. After that we headed to Dixie's for a charm bracelet, then Dollar Tree for some containers for the teachers before going home for Sophie's nap. After nap we were back in the car going to the post office and then to do the grocery shopping. Whew! Now I need a nap! Sophie played in her kitchen cabinet while I put groceries away, then we both relaxed with our favorite beverage (formula for her, sweet tea for me).
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