Well, yesterday I set the timer, put on Pandora (my good friend these days-especially when cleaning), and went to work on my master bathroom. I was happy to get through 90% of it. The only thing left would be a deep clean on the tub and go through the drawers. I was able to clean off the counter top and the toilet, go through the cabinet, and wash the mirror and window. Nice to get a room done and see progress.
Foyer
On Friday, March 2nd, I worked on my foyer. It turned out good. I (Dustin) added another hook and so now all 3 kids have their own for their jackets and bags. I think this is really going to help out, just too many bags and jackets for 2 hooks.
I also briefly went through the shoes and pulled out those that do not fit anymore. Still would like to do more, but we shall see. 🙂
Spring Challenge Here Again
It is March again and I figure that I will annually participate in the 31 Day Spring Clean Challenge (who knows, I may start a 31 Day Fall Clean Challenge for October…but that is far away and I’m in the middle of this one right now.)
Here is the schedule for this year:
Thursday 3/1 – Day 1: Clear all surfaces throughout the house
Friday 3/2 – Day 2: The Front Entry/Front Hall
WEEKEND – catch up or take a break
Monday 3/5 – Day 3: The Laundry Room/Mud Room/Back Entry
Tuesday 3/6 – Day 4: The Master Bedroom
Wednesday 3/7 – Day 5: The Master Closet/Dressers (rotating seasonal clothes)
Thursday 3/8 – Day 6: The Master Bathroom
Friday 3/9 – Day 7: All Other Bathrooms
WEEKEND – catch up or take a break
Monday 3/12 – Day 8: Family Room/TV Room
Tuesday 3/13 – Day 9: Formal Living Room/Dining Room
Wednesday 3/14 – Day 10: The Play Room/Kids Toys/Game Room
Thursday 3/15 – Day 11: The Kids Rooms/Kids Closets (rotating seasonal clothes)
Friday 3/16 – Day 12: Non-Bedroom Closets (Linen Closet, Coat Closets, etc)
WEEKEND – catch up or take a break
Monday 3/19 – Day 13: The Kitchen – Pantry/Dry Food
Tuesday 3/20 – Day 14: The Kitchen – Fridge/Freezer
Wednesday 3/21 – Day 15: The Kitchen – Cabinets & Drawers
Thursday 3/22 – Day 16: The Kitchen – Junk Drawer/Junk Counter
Friday 3/23 – Day 17: The Kitchen – Coupons & Paperwork
WEEKEND – catch up or take a break
Monday 3/26 – Day 18: The Office/Computer Station
Tuesday 3/27 – Day 19: The Craft Room/Craft Supplies/Hobby Area
Wednesday 3/28 – Day 20: The Guest Room
Thursday 3/29 – Day 21: The Basement/Attic
Friday 3/30 – Day 22: The Garage
WEEKEND – catch up or take a break
March 1st started it off with cleaning surfaces and counter tops. I have to admit, I did not get into this one. I worked a little bit, but mainly just with each room I work on. It is getting better though.
Friday, March 2nd, I worked on my foyer. It turned out good. I (Dustin) added another hook and so now all 3 kids have their own for their jackets and bags. I think this is really going to help out. Also briefly went through the shoes and pulled out those that do not fit anymore.
I took the weekend off to rest from the schedule, but still worked. Last night we worked in the living room, dining room, and kitchen…we have bible study tonight, and schedule or not, those have to be done.
Today is the laundry room. I worked a few minutes but mainly was working in the family room, finishing up the laundry.
Busy, tired, but looking forward to a CLEAN house. I’m even going to reward myself this year – as if a clean house wasn’t reward enough…going to get my carpets professionally cleaned in April. Hey, the rooms will be clean and accessible. 🙂
I will post pictures soon.
Jamie
Becca’s Birthday Bash
We had a party for Rebecca on Saturday to celebrate her 2nd birthday. Poor girl wasn’t feeling good and started the day with a temp of 101. She started feeling a little better as the day went on and even enjoyed herself a bit. She especially loved the theme…puppies. 🙂
Kimberly had fun making the dog bones…
Friends helped decorate…
Coming up on One Year
It is hard to believe that a year has gone by. Tomorrow is the official anniversary of Rebecca’s Wild Adventure but actually, she started turning blue the night before… one year ago tonight. What a year it has been. We are so thankful to God for allowing her to stay in our family.
This was the song that was playing in Rebecca’s PICU room the first morning when we went to see her. It was very fitting.
Praise You In This Storm
By Casting Crowns
I was sure by now
God You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say “Amen”, and it’s still raining
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear Your whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
[Chorus:]
And I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
And every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry to you
And you raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can’t find You
But as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
[Chorus]
I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The Maker of Heaven and Earth
[Chorus x2]
Rebecca’s Slide Show
I had a moment and thought I’d compile several of the pictures from Rebecca’s ordeal into a smilebox creation. My goal will eventually put together a book for her but that will come later after her surgery and therapy starts to slow down.
I hope you enjoy.
Jamie
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| Scrapbook customized with Smilebox |
Family Pictures
We have been trying to get family pictures done for some time now. It was the only request from the PICU at the hospital to get a family picture so they could put it on their wall. Once the kids are healthy, they don’t always recognize them, but they recognize the parents. So, again, we have been trying to get them done.
We went to Dustin’s parents after church on Sunday and his dad took a few of us so we could get them done and take them with us when we go back to the hospital for Rebecca’s surgery. Here are a few of them…
Jamie
Like Mother, Like Daughter
I thought I would share some of the pictures Kimberly has taken around the house and what not. She takes my phone whenever she gets the chance and when I get it back, it has more pics on it 🙂
She has shown me a few things on my camera…including the frames, which she really likes to use. She also really likes to take self-portraits. 🙂
Jamie
