So this week in Fly Lady Land has been something of a struggle though I did get it together a bit more today. I've been struggling because we haven't been home much this week, I've been battling an on and off headache all week and I've been mourning the loss of my summer. This week has looked pretty much like last week with no major improvements, still no zone cleaning but that's okay.
So what Fly Lady topic will I discuss today...well, I think I'll discuss the one thing I think is absolutely genius about her system. The use of a a timer. There are lots of cool things about Fly Lady and a lot of random little tips that make a lot of difference but in my life this one takes the cake. Who know that 15 minutes of continuous committed cleaning/decluttering could have such a vast impact on the overall appearance of my home. Seriously 15 minutes.
Now why do I love it? Because it's only 15 minutes. I can do something, be done with it and go do something fun. Then later I can do another 15 minutes. And it works. I could have surprise guests right now and not be terrified that my house is a disaster. Now it's not totally clutter free or spotless but it's not embarassing. How cool is that?
So if you do Fly Lady, what's your favorite tip?
That is beyond my favourite household idea ever. Two years ago I suddenly decided to time myself while unloading the dishwasher (a task I'd been putting off all day). I went super fast and it literally only took me two minutes. Bit eye opening! It's amazing how much you can get done in fifteen minutes, that's for sure!
Posted by: Kimberly | July 18, 2008 at 07:09 PM
I like the swish ans swipe. This works for me because it only takes a minute or two, and with a newly potty trained little boy, it needs to be done.
I also like setting my timer for 15 minutes and getting stuff done.
I wear shoes, shine my sink, and make beds everyday. And always start the AM with a load of laundry and unloading dishwasher.
Posted by: Not Just Any Jen | July 22, 2008 at 08:22 AM
Since the timer is my absolute favorite Flylady tip and you already mentioned that one, I guess I'd have to say just the morning and evening routines. When I'm sticking to my basic routines (which I haven't lately) my home is in waayyyy better shape.
Posted by: Jen | July 28, 2008 at 08:16 PM