Let's Talk Time Management Vs. Attention span

Since today happens to be errand day, Let's discuss some time management tips for running errands

 1. Have a plan before you run errands.

Start with having a list.  I was terrible about this!  I  zigzag through the city, 

I did not have a plan of action on where I needed to go, I would just go.  

Recently, I started a errand driving Routine & Reward system.

At certain times of the day there is less traffic, more green lights, and DISCOUNTS!

Did you know DONUTS Go on sale at the grocery store bakeries after NOON!

~~ Map it out~~ No Backtracking ~~ Work out your driving in a circle base & save Gas!

**Appointments should be set according to Your sleep cycles!

If you know You are normally up and running at 10am, 

Do not try to kill yourself stressing out trying to get there by 9am. 

Always start your daily schedule at 10am!

*Appointments First,, Banks Second,, Miscellanous running after the important stuff

Then a Quick Donut Pickup on the way Home no later than 3pm!

Find what works for you and then set it as your routine.

2.  Keep Tabby's

(No not the cats, but you can keep those as well)

If you have a routine set, tabbies on the fridge has always been a friendly way for reminding me, first that I am Fabulous, 2nd that I have Things to get accomplished!

Without those reminders, well, let's just say I'd pry forget!

Keeping an ongoing list of the places I need to go, what I need to buy, and what I need to return. 

 The best place to keep this list is in a central location. 

COFFEE Anyone? Well of course! (a tabby is spotted~ Hum I wonder what it says)

I use three magnetic backed list tear sheets that you find at Michaels or Dollar Tree.  

I attach them to the refrigerator, since that is where I keep the left over cake pops!

One page for Groceries/Things to buy.  

With Coupons from the weeks in a baggie (for cross checking stores)

The second one is for Things to do. ( thrifting, blogging, networking, my nails etc)

I also use this list for "random" things I need to remember. (who to call back, etc)

 Last list is places I need to go. (doctors, returns, car washings, dog groomers etc) 

 I Take these Tabbies with me as I'm out running my errands so I can stay on track.

The backs have sticky tabs, so Sticking them on my forehead helps out while I check my rear view mirror as the guy behind me rides my bumper!!

 3. Make it Fun!

Since this is something I only do once a week, I make an event out of it.
I mean Seriously!
This is WHY I buy My Vintage and Chunky Jewelry!

I will dress up cute in one of my favorite sassy outfits.  

Splash on a little makeup and be ready to flash my smile. 

While I am out, I pick up my favorite beverage and treat.

In fact the other day I juggled My McDonalds Iced Coffee & Discount Donuts
While Wearing my Little black Dress, a pair of heels,
I Happen to SCORE BIG TIME
On some Faux Corner Trees for Home Staging!
It was rather Humourous Thinking of what The other shoppers may have Witnessed!
BUT I MADE IT WORK!
Those 6ft tall ficus DO FIT IN A SEDAN!
I did not lose a tree, a heel, the coffee or a donut in the fiasco!

I’m in a great mood while dealing w/ cranky sales people,
Because I know I can come home & Spend some time Blogging about my own adventures!

Wait
What?
Carry on~

~Dawn

Christmas Trees & Ugly Sweaters

Christmas Easy to do decorations

Best hand crafted gifts ever

** Craft Images found on Google Search**

Here's a Cute little Idea!
You know those Smaller glass candle Jars w/lids
We just never know what to do with after the wick is burn to the bottom!
Well Dollar Tree has MINATURES!
Minature Snowmen, people, dogs playing in the snow!
My girlfriend Kelley actually made something similar to the Snowman in Jar picture below

She Used 6000 series glue, added a Mini snowman to the inside bottom
Of a cleaned out baby food jar
Then added White Powdered LAUNDRY SOAP & Gold Glitter
To play as the snow
Easy as Pie to do and the Kids Love picking out their own people to use in their jars!

NOSEW GLUE!!
I Love NoSew Glue! Easy as Pie Felt Stockings!
If you have tons of old pillow cases, Torn shirts, Ready to Toss Blue Jeans
STOP NOW!

Do Not Throw them away
Run do not walk to WALMART
In the sewing section they have the GLUE
That takes the OUCH out of Stitching
1)Cut your Stocking pattern,
(remember to cut the pattern about 1.5" bigger than what you really want it)
2) Apply the glue, to the edges and press together
(I use a heavy book on top)
3) Let sit about 20 mins.
4) MEANWHILE Cut your Fun applications from a fun contrasting fabric
5) The turn the stocking Inside out so the seam is on the inside
Your stocking should have No seam holes
This glue is amazing even on the most fragile of fabrics
Apply your applications & Ta Da!
Just fill with fun stuff and hang!

I love this cute sidewalk greeting
I the idea is pretty obvious
You can Pick up the dow rods at walmart for about 25cents each

White is always beautiful for Christmas Elegance!
Silver toned piller style candle holders can be picked up at any thrift for Under $1
The Big craze is NOT to have uniform or Matching candle holders
Mixing up the styles Is THE THING.
You can repaint them a high gloss Silver or Gold,
Or perhaps You really want to go all out on the Red green & white Christmas Theme
I'm Telling ya,
There is a Spray Paint for that!
 

I found this wreath by going through tons of Photos
It is So Holiday
So I chose it to give an idea on how easy Wreaths can be thrown together
If you have a vision and a dollar store / thrift close by

The Wreaths Oh Goodness Let me tell you
Even if you find the beat up old bones of a wreath at the thrift (49cents),
The dollar stores sell Garland
GRAB 2 or 3 ($3)
1 Box of individually Sealed candy canes ($1)
The Red balls can be found in packages for ($1)
Never use spray paint on foam products ~ The spray paint literally reduces the foam to a liquid!
USE that Fab 6000series glue (2.49)
1 Metal over the door hanger ($1)
Total Under $10
and you have a wreath Someone who is not so crafty would have paid $30 for.

The fireplace ipod video in a sweater pouch

Now I thought this was hilarious!

Take an Ugly christmas sweater and your no sew glue! 

Add a pouch to the center of your sweater, cutting out a rectangle center

(to create a type of fabric picture frame)

Add Your Ipad ~ Set it to Fireplace, family photo slideshow or anything representing the season

Got more Ideas?
Let's Jingle Them around
~Dawn

Sept 25th, Dirt Devil Floors & the Oh No You DIDN'T Choir

 I'm half done with all of the floors.

*( Not really my floors but sure as Heck Felt like it)

In 15 Minutes I chose to PICK THIS UP!
The "new-to-me" Dirt Devil Steam mop doesn't make steam,

So,  I'm back to the Swiffer and bleachy water! Which is NEVER disappointing!

Gotta say though, I did get it for a Dollar and though it does not workIt was a SCORE HIGH for me ~ At the time

SUCCESS! (I was Jumping, Hollaring and Hooting! ON THE INSIDE OF COURSE)
 I got It !!  I really got It!!!
Only Spent a Dollar!
 Only a Dollar!~~~while all the chorus  in the back ground sang ~~~
~~~She did it, she reallly did it ~ Uh - Huh - Uh - HUHhhhhhh~~~

( Uh - Huh - Uh - HUHhhhhhh)

What Can I say, Sometimes You Score some,, Some times You lose..
But the excitement of the Find is Always A Thrill!

And by the way
If you know anyone Who can get my floors THAT CLEAN!
Send them ON OVER!
I'm Tired!

~~Dawn

1st day of Fall + Brazil + Cookie Trays = CHORES

Surprise!!I hope everyone is enjoying their first  weekend of fall!

The first EVER Saturday chore list.

Yes, 

I know I am evil.

I've got the house mostly ready for Gregg's return from Brazil. 

Did You know Dollar Tree Has Contests!!

Well this is MY Saturdays Chosen Activity!

I Chose Have some Fun!

I AM SOOO CRAFTING TODAY!

Then,  listing My crafted candy trays on the bay

Dieting and crafting Candy made bowls do NOT go well together

But Hey I heard

Peppermints are good for Heartburn & Has 0 Calories!

SO YEY!

 haha.

~ DAWN

My Pinterest Obsession

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TGIF! Vodka & Pledge = Happy Housewife

Here it Is Your Friday's Chore List
Now Mind You, These chore lists are BASICS
They are here to help us Do the basics
To keep up with the Extras Helping Us Never having to do an all at once Deep Cleaning
Because the Extra Basics Will already be taken care of

IN NO WAY are we saying
This is ONLY what you have to do today
We are Saying: This is what should be done ON TOP of what you already have on your plate

On that note
You have 15 Minutes to Spray down the appliances, sink & countertops
And WIPE To a Clean!

Suggested Spray?
I Use A Simple mix of Vodka & Water
Vodka removes any and all oil build up, sticky foods, is a Natural Disinfectant leaves a shine and a Smiling housewife!

I also Love to use Pledge if I have time to go over the countertop again

Leaving a great clean smell and polished look.

You only have 15 Minutes to do this!

Which is rather easy matter of fact after you get all the dishes & trash removed
From the night before.

Dusting,  Well that should be #1 on the list
No sense in doing the countertops and such if all the dust is going to plant itself
Back down where you just spent your last 15 mins!
So remember Common Sense, Speed and Vodka = Happy Housewife

Have a Wonderful Friday Ladies
~ Dawn

Thursday SPA DAY Via Bathroom Chores

IF You start with something that Looks Like this

You will NOT get a SPA DAY THIS WEEK!

This episode Calls for The DEEP CLEANING HELP YOU HIRE!

For $20 You can Get an HOUR of deep cleaning by Most anyone Looking

For some extra Money

I Would SO Pay $20 for an HOUR of work To

Clean this Mess

So I can Get to this "SPA DAY" Dawn Talks About ~

(Just saying)

So if you are starting with this,,

You do not get to play today!

We are NOT starting out with this...

Imagine This as Being already done in order to use this list

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One of my FAVORITE CHORE Day's of the week!

BATHROOMS!

Did You say ... SPA DAY?

It Could Be ! (Said with an uptone beat)

Imagine

Your Bathing Products All Lined up on a clean Shiny Ledge

Fresh Linens, scented candles

AND YOU!

(Items Needed: Bottle of bleach & water, Bottle of RAINX or other water repelling spray,

A Scrubby (loofah)

Bath products, a Cup, paper towels & your body towel)

While

Taking your Luxuary Bath,

Shave those Mangled Spider nests we call Legs,

Scrub Your skin with Your Scented Crushed Seed or Sugar Soaps.

Relax until the water starts to cool

15 Minutes is Great for a Good meditative Soaking

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When you are ready to get out of the Tub

Use your lathered bath rag or loofa and scrub the heck out of the sides of your tub.

Sides and walls.

Let the suds do their job

Pull the drain and turn on the shower to rinse Yourself off

 & the cup to throw water on the walls to remove the suds~

Grab Your bottle of Bleach & water

give the interior a quick spray down

(Prevents Mold, Mildew & hard water stains ~

Use your paper towels to wipe down the ceramic tiles and the faucet

Then Spray again with the Rainx After every use. ~

This actually only takes a few minutes

When You step onto your floor towel

Use it to shuffle across the floor to mop and pick up any loose ends ~

And as You Spend the AfterNoon "Cleaning" the bathroom

Not only will you be refreshed,

 your Presence in that room Will be Known by everyone who visits or uses it Next.

Add a small simple vase of brightly colored flowers

To ad an elegance to any style Spa area

Be Known As THE QUEEN ~

~Dawn (The Queen)

Cleaning My Pipes ~ Hair Clog Build up

My PIPES

Every month or two, I give the pipes a good preventative cleaning 

keeping them clear of grease, oil, & hair clogs. 

OH GOSH WHO HAS THE TIME FOR THAT!

Well Let me tell You 5 minutes of Preventive Efforts = $ SAVED

Remember the Volcano Science Project back in Grade school

Pour 1/2 cup baking soda down the drain, followed by 1/2 cup white vinegar.

 The mixture will foam up. 

Let stand for a few minutes to dissolve fatty acids, 

then pour boiling water down the drain to wash out any clogs.

 ** Remember These tips are for Prevention Only... Will NOT work on drains as shown above ~

That's just Money Down the Drain~

~ Dawn

Dollar Tree Dessert Diva to the Rescue

The Hubby called last minute to say there was a potluck at work tomorrow 

and he wanted some cake pops w/ a Nice Display. You know, something that really stands out and says "I'm the Man" ( :) Luvvels you Greggy)

 Okay....Cake Pops! 

 If anyone of you have ever made these delightful treats you know how time consuming they are.

 I headed on over to the baking cabinet & realize all of my baking & decorating supplies had  been packed away for our move.

YEY!  Dollar Tree, here I come! 

 While I walked the aisles, racking brain trying to figure out how to make these cake pops w/dollar store items. 

 I realized when they had no sticks or treat bags But they had cupcake papers!
And Yellow ones at that!

Yellow Yellow And More Yellow!
Okay It's not Spring, but it is September,
Yellow Would be a good Visual against all the fall dishes!
That's bound to stand out!

LEMON It Will BE!

Infact Let's do this if We are going to do it right!

The OFFICIAL Title of my dollar store Treat Dish for a bunch of Office Personal?

 Lemon Chiffon cake pop truffles w/ Lemon Buttercream center, a white chocolate coating

 and Dusted in a Lemon turbinato sugar. 

 Total cost for this sweet and tart concoction...$7.56. 

(And this was BEFORE I found out Dollar Tree takes COUPONS (ERG))

I was able to produce 24 handmade large cake pop truffles.

 With all that Yellow There is a slight aura & reflection on the backsplash wall!

Won't He be SUPRISED! He'll Pucker with Excitement as he takes his first bite!

Yeah That's right Hubby of mine, I came through Yet again! Under my $10 Budget! HA!

~Dawn

INTRODUCTION TO : Fabulously Clever!

Hang on to your Coat racks Ladies
Do not Let your other half thrown anything away!
We are setting up our blog now to provide You a bit of Inspiration Of the Ideas
Floating all over the internet & how you can pull them off by reusing OLD Items!
If you are on a budget And clever enough
You are Fabulous!

Our goal is to reduce, reuse, recycle and make a profit
On the items we Remake Using Every day items and sometimes
Not everyday items

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