Friendship Month in Review
This month, I found it challenging to focus on my resolutions. I did okay at the beginning of the month, and my friends helped me out a lot, calling me, … Continue reading Friendship Month in Review
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A Record of my Accomplishments (Decluttering-wise)
Here’s what I did yesterday while the sitter was with the kids: If you sent us a card for our wedding, sorry but it’s now in the recycling. … Continue reading A Record of my Accomplishments (Decluttering-wise)
Joyfully Moving
I got to attend the Monday night step class at my gym tonight, which I’ve only done once before, even though I loved it that one time I went. I’ve … Continue reading Joyfully Moving
Getting to the Nitty Gritty of my Perfectionism
My mom just visited for about a week and a half, which gave me the chance to observe perfectionism in action from the outside. Usually I’m just trapped inside, observing … Continue reading Getting to the Nitty Gritty of my Perfectionism
Houseguests and Routines
One of my resolutions this month is to develop daily and weekly routines. I’m doing OK with the weekly routines, but I still struggle with daily routines. I sort of … Continue reading Houseguests and Routines
Best Project Yet
Or perhaps it would be better if I didn’t get your expectations too high. This was just a little something my mom and I threw together this week. Thanks to … Continue reading Best Project Yet
Week 11 Review: Reflecting on my Mom’s Visit
This week, my mom has been visiting from Ohio. As usual, we’ve been busy doing projects non-stop. My mom leaves tomorrow afternoon. The week has just flown by, also as … Continue reading Week 11 Review: Reflecting on my Mom’s Visit
Errand Day
I was going to post that we hadn’t gotten much done today, but that’s not exactly true. First thing this morning, we swept, vacuumed and mopped the house. On the … Continue reading Errand Day
Setting Them Up and Knocking Them Down. Figuratively.
Another day of getting ship done. (Yes, I said “ship.” I feel self-conscious writing gratuitous swear words, so I opt to pseudo-cuss.) Today we finished re-covering the chairs (see yesterday’s … Continue reading Setting Them Up and Knocking Them Down. Figuratively.
Starting to Get Stuff Done
After much preparation (including the purchase of several items), I think I may finally be starting to get something done. Below are a few pictures to give you all an … Continue reading Starting to Get Stuff Done
Breaking the Purchasing Fast
I bought stuff today, thus breaking my purchasing fast. But most of it was stuff I’ll be using to complete unfinished projects, and so is in service to one of … Continue reading Breaking the Purchasing Fast
Keeping Routines: Worth Doing Poorly?
I don’t have a great track record keeping routines. I blame myself. I’ve tried blaming the children, but it doesn’t seem to stick, perhaps because every time I do, this … Continue reading Keeping Routines: Worth Doing Poorly?
Imperfect Happiness 