Day 203: Car Service #2

 

Well, today is my second attempt at getting my car serviced... It needs a few things done... It's going to cost around $1,500 this time around. I have to get a few things replaced... one being the steering rods/arms whatever the hell they are called. I won't be able to pick it up until tomorrow.

I picked up the paint and knobs so that I can paint the ugly chest of drawers to keep the kids uniforms in... this will hopefully get done this weekend (depending on the weather)

Other than that; I tweaked my job list... I now know exactly what we still have to do around the house.

Day 200: You Guessed It...

 

I'm washing again today (2 loads) ... but now it's just the normal bi-weekly washing. I'm going to make sure I keep on top of it. I also folded up all the dry clothes, so my daughter can sort them out into their proper bedrooms. Washing the clothes and doing the dishes are my chores... My daughter jobs are emptying the bins and mopping the floors. we both do the yard work. (I whipper snip and she mows).

Hurricane is at a birthday party for one of her school friends. my son-in-law dropped the other two girls off on his way to town.

My back is twinging at the moment; I must have twisted the wrong way or have overworked it a bit. I'm going to have to keep an eye on it for now and hope that it doesn't get any worse.

Day 196: Car Service & Groceries

 

Today my car goes in for a service. I'm hoping it's just a general service and there isn't anything majorly wrong with it.

I also have to get the groceries done at some stage. We need to have a restock. Weird how much toilet paper we go through with six females in the house (And one of them is toilet training).

You guessed it I also have to wash a couple of loads of washing to get done. I'm still as tired as hell... but hopefully soon I can find some time to relax.

Every spare moment I'm trying to get a bit of writing done. Though lately, it's been few and far between. I need to seriously get back into it. I bet everyone is sick of hearing about me moving by now. I'll try and get back to talking about my stories and writing related stuff.

Day 195: A Bit Brisk

 

This is the first day that I really felt like it's winter. I'm not sure how easy it will be for today's washing to get dried. It's all overcast and there isn't any wind to help dry anything.

Lately, I feel like all I've done is washing, but I'm starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Don't get me wrong, weirdly I love doing the washing... same with the dishes. The problem is my clothesline is a tad too high and I have to stretch up hang everything out.

Though I did manage to fold up all the dry/clean washing today while everyone was busy elsewhere (school/errands). Sadly, it's getting too hard to tell Monsoon and Hurricanes clothes apart... they wear the same size.

I have had a massive headache all day long. Could be because I've had a shit of a night's sleep last night. I kept lightly dozing and waking up every twenty to thirty minutes. I hope I sleep better tonight.

Day 187: Woke Up Sick Today

I woke up in the middle of the night as crook as hell. I want to be able to sleep the day away, but alas, I have the girls. In the morning my daughter has an over the phone assessment for her schooling... and then again in the afternoon when she had to go and do a shift at work. even though they were really good. it was still painful because I had a thumping headache. as young as they are they don't understand the concept of being quiet. especially because one of them is ADHD and for her everything is done full tilt. and the youngest one follows her lead. So, two out of three are very loud 99% of the day/night.

The skip bin got picked up today. It's good to see it gone. I'm glad that we no long have to try and stop the wind from blowing out any of the crap back out of the bin.

Out of the 13 rooms (including the back patio) we have two and a half to go. I'm pretty confident we'll get them done. then it's just organising the carpet cleaner, and the slasher for the paddock.

 

Day 186: Tired As Hell!

I feel like I'm worn out and there is still so much to do before the house inspection. Though in five days I hope it will have all been worth it when the inspection guy walks through the house and sees the difference. 

The kids have been trying their best to help but seem to end up making more of a mess. It doesn't help that they are only 3, 5 and 7. I'm trying to look at it as teaching moments. I'm teaching them how to clean and keep it that way. That, and I'm not above bribery... if they are good and clean up their daily mess, they get a treat. Trust me they really want those treats.

I go to be tired and wake up tired... I know it's for a needed cause... but I'm tired of being tired... if that makes sense.

Day 180: Skip Bin Day

Today we'll make a big dent in getting rid of stuff. Hopefully we'll only need the one skip bin.

I'll be glad when the rubbish we have just fits in the normal house bin. and when all the stuff is out of the front drive/parking. Sadly, I didn't take into account the crows and their curiosity.

Getting this much cleaned might not seem like a big deal to most, but for me it's like I accomplishing something. Laugh at me if you will; but it makes me feel good.

It's not as hard for me to get rid of things as it is for some others in the house. I'm under the assumption if we haven't used it in over a year than it definitely isn't needed. 

Day 179: Rearranging Garage

 

I need to rearrange the garage to fit the stuff in easier... and pull all the stuff for the skip bin out into the front drive/parking space. It will free up a lot of the floor space in the garage.

I'll also get a chance to rearrange the shelving and sort everything into its proper placing. It will make me feel a little better having at least that much done. 

I'm trying to make room for the dryer in the garage, so it can get out of the laundry. At the moment it's blocking on of the door. A door I want to be able to use. one that leads straight from the laundry and out to the clothesline.

Making meat and vegies for lunch. Something to fill us up and keep us going.

Day 178: Sorting Day

 

Today we start the major sort through. We have two days before the skip bin arrives. Si I want to go through as much as possible to make sure that it's ready to start filling up the skip bin.

Is it weird that I'm both dreading and looking forward to finally sorting through it all. making the house one step closer to being done.

I'm going to force my daughter into helping me, seeing as it's her mess we'll be sorting through. Mostly it will be too small clothes of the kids that need to be donated and then stuff to be bagged for the skip bin.

The three granddaughters all have swimming lessons in the morning. So, we probably won't get started until after lunch. A bit annoying, but some days I just have to go with the flow.

Day 177: Freezer Day

Today one of the jobs on my list is to clean out all of the freezers. I want to know what's in them. I mean, we might as well use all of the stuff we have before going out and buying new stuff and doubling up.

Graceful and Hurricane were getting awards today. Monsoon is going to under 8's day at her cousin's school.

It's absolutely freezing here today. I just want to stay curled up under a rug and read, but I have too much to do. It won't get done if I don't do it. Also going to try and get the patch of grass at the back of tank done today. I want it all clear for when the guy eventually turns up to service our hot water system.

 

Day 176: Bunnings Trip #2

 

After watching a few videos, I realize I have to go back to Bunnings and buy a few extra things... as well as hinges to build the new gate.

I finally got the few things in the kitchen swapped around that I needed doing. I'm at the point that I feel like the more I clean the bigger mess I'm making.

Each time it starts to get overwhelming, I go out and do one battery on the whipper snipper or mower. At least then I can come back in with a clear head and look at the problem from a new point of view.

The neighbour across the road came over and looked at a few things. during the school holidays he is coming over to take a few things away for us, and to pull out a dead tree that is in the way. At least with all the stuff gone from the yard, it will be easier to maintain.

Day 175: Bunnings Trip #1

 

I picked up the supplies to paint the interior walls. I have things I need to get done before our new scheduled house inspection.

1. Repair and repaint any walls that need it.

2. Hire a skip bin.

3. Slash the paddock.

4. Whipper snip around the tank and under the clothesline.

5. Remove all unwanted items from the yard.

6. Build a side gate. to keep the kids in the yard

As well as any other general cleaning that needs to be done. I'm now hopeful that I'll have time to get done.

Day 142: Almost Back To Normal

 

I have to buy a couple of things to help with the packing and moving. like plastic storage tubs and some plastic shelf lining to put in the next linen cupboard.

Under 8's day at my granddaughter's school. I gave it a miss to catch up on some house chores. I think with my new revised schedule I'll get back on track with the moving.

I went through the house and packed up as much as I can. I might not get it moved over today, but at least it will be done and ready to go for tomorrow.

Day 172: Kitchen Done

Today I'm determined to get the kitchen finished. Meaning, I need to finish putting all the double-ups into the excess pantry and clean out the last cupboard. It's driving me insane that every time I clear the bench, I seem to fill it straight back up again. I know that in about two or three weeks I'll be able to relax fully because everything will be done.

I'm also going to be fixing up the chicken ornament cupboard, I need to put down some non-slip matting for them all to sit on, at least that's a job that will only take me a short amount of time.

The bad thing is I have a headache today and I'm not feeling 100%. I'm just going to have to slog through it and get what needs doing - done. 

Day 171: Swimming Day

 

While the girls were at swimming, I decided to tackle the oh so fun job of cleaning out the fridges before we go and do the shopping this afternoon. It was horrible. at least I know it will never get that way again, as I always clean them the day before shopping day. 

Monsoon also has a birthday party to attend across the road. She's going to be a nightmare to deal with when she gets home.

I did a bit more in the kitchen/dining room... it seems to be never ending. I have to keep telling myself I will get there in the end.

Day 170: Crisis Averted

Disaster was upon me, and I almost had a mental breakdown; but in the end I had to do a factory reset. Okay, last night my granddaughter (Monsoon 3); got a hold of my phone and did something to it so that I was flooded with ads every 5 seconds. It took me hours this morning trying to get it all back to normal.

Now I just have to re-downloaded everything that I had before. It's a pain in the arse, because I honestly can't remember what I had on my phone.

I'm still unpacking and setting up the house. There is still so much to do. I'll get there eventually. I'm just tired as hell. I wish it was this time next week/month and all the hard work would be over and done with. It's freaking hard work moving house.

Okay, I'll catch you with you tomorrow.

Day 169: Tired As Hell

 

I woke up tired today with the daunting task of beginning the whole unpacking process. The fight to fit two households into one is a real struggle. So today I put it off and did the washing and some yardwork instead. Though, inside I did clean out one of the main bookcases. It's the one right beside the front door, and the first thing everyone sees. I need to have it clean, neat and tidy.

Today I let the cats outside for the first time. Very happily they didn't run away... which is always a worry when you move house. Oliver did a whole explore of the yard and paddock. Robson just did a quick look around and was straight back inside.

I've decided that I need to take out time each day just for myself. I need to catch up on me time. But that will have to wait until after I have finished all the unpacking and cleaning of the house.

Day 167: Small Break

 

Today in between setting up our lounge room and doing some of the kitchen. I took a break from cleaning the old house. I can get back to that tomorrow. My back is killing me. I mainly just want our end of the house to be set up and finished, before I tackle the rest of the house.

It's hard getting anyone to help me. all the kids want to do is create mess while I want to put it all away. I will be happier when I have the kitchen/Dining room clear of clutter.

The cats are going stir crazy being locked up inside the house all day and night. I'll be glad when they can go outside again. I need to find a spot to set up their feeding station. It'll be easier to do when they can get back to their routine. It's hard right now while there is so much clutter everywhere.

Day 166: Slashing

Today, I got the whipper snipping finished (my neighbour leant me his snipper as mine couldn't get through the tough glass).  I also got the walls washed and then hired the slasher guys = luckily for me they had a spot open then and there. And one less job I have to worry about.

Even though this is a nice house. It will be better once we get settled as there are no stairs; easier for mum to navigate. I just have to train the kids not to leave their messes laying all over the place. Meaning, I'll have to teach them to pick up after themselves.

Another good thing is that the new house is warmer than the old house. at least with it being warmer, I'll be able to sleep better.

Day 165: Moving Day

 

Today is the moving day. I'm hoping to get it all done in 2 or 3 loads... seeing as we only have a small trailer like this. I've already moved a shit ton of our stuff over (via my own car).

I was hoping to get it done hassle free, but when there are so many people helping there are bound to be some tough moments. At least we got it done. Now the scary part is trying to get it all into the house.

I at least got mine and Mum's bedrooms set up, and half the lounge room. It's a start... I wonder how long it's going to take me to get the rest of the house organised.