Category Archives: Around the house

Apr 3

April Showers of Home Projects

It is a new month, and that means a new set of goals to work on. Last month I decided to focus on my mental health, and feeling a bit better. This month I am tackling home projects and getting the backyard ready for Summer.

We have quite a list to get to…

  • Setting up the pool
  • Planting four new planters
  • Updating the side porch with planters, and maybe adding a few more chairs and tables
  • Finally getting a plumber out to the house to complete a few tasks, we are currently on week three of the endless waiting list
  • Decorating the downstairs half-bath
  • Along with the usual cleaning, cooking, and laundry

We’ll see how this month goes. This is the kiddos last full month is school, so I had better use my time wisely.

Feb 1

Hello February

Well January came and went by in a flash. It was a strange month. The kids were home on break, my oldest turned seventeen, and our schedules became flooded with basketball practice, games, and forensics matches and practices, and endless common core math homework. I didn’t get enough done…

So it’s now February, and I want to take today to get back on track. I’m still finding myself struggling with remaining focused on household tasks, and losing energy quickly to accomplish them. I’ve decided to pare down my weekly to do list, and see if it helps out a bit.

Here’s what I have so far…

  • Monday: grocery shop
  • Tuesday: household cleaning task (specific room)
  • Wednesday: day off, put away all clean laundry
  • Thursday: household cleaning task (specific room)
  • Friday: grocery shop
  • Saturday: weekend cooking for the family day
  • Sunday: vegan meal prep day

Grocery shopping seems to be my biggest nemesis at the moment. I am struggling with agoraphobia again, and grocery shopping leaves me completely drained. I am going to try and stick to just two days at the main grocery store, and pick up as needed.

Household cleaning tasks will be room specific. Daily the kitchen and bathrooms need cleaning and tidying. The living room gets a pick up a few times a day. On Tuesdays and Thursdays I will focus on just one room of the house. I hope this will keep me on task, and ease my distracted mind.

Wednesdays are my day off. Saturdays are my Monday, so on Wednesday I am taking a break. I’ll put away all of the clean laundry that is hanging out upstairs, and I’ll spend quality time catching up on The Expanse or crafting.

Lastly the weekend… I seriously live in the kitchen during the weekend, and it frustrates me. Instead of hoping for weekend plans, I’m just going to accept it, and cook big meals and treats on Saturday for the family. I’m adding in vegan meal prepping for me on Sundays. I always put myself last when it comes to meals, and I usually just grab whatever I can find. I hope that this will get me back on track, and eating better.

I’ll keep you all posted on how this goes. I’m giving it a shot through the month of February. I really hope that this helps keep me motivated, and gives me a little more energy to accomplish a bit more.

Jan 1

Hello 2021

I’m truly grateful that 2020 is finally out of here… My goodness that was about five long years wrapped into one.

We spent last night reflecting on the year, hanging out with our pup, and listening to the kids stay up way too late. There were a few fireworks around the neighborhood, and we even had a bit of snow. All in all not too bad for a quiet evening at home.

Mar 17

Staying in

Well like most of the world we are staying in… So far our county is covid-19 free, but everything around us is starting to close. The kids are on Spring Break this week, and the school district is holding a meeting on the 18th to discuss what’s next.

I’m a little nervous about the possibility of school closures, but the kids are on board. We’ll see what Wednesday brings.

So far we are good on supplies. Whenever it is flu season I try to keep extra paper goods on hand, so I wasn’t too surprised by the run on the grocery store. I am a little worried about the restaurants starting to close, my kiddos love take-out, and I’m partial to a break from the kitchen.

We’ll sit tight though, and hope that everyone stays safe and healthy. How are you spending your extra time at home?

Aug 9

The Month Has Gotten Away From Me

I am running behind on posts right now. It seems like anytime I sit down at my desk to write, I’m immediately called away to do something else.I hope to have regular posts up soon.

Until then, here’s a photo of Jinx practicing her pouncing skills with Dylan.