Why Am I Here?
Doing housework can be either a protracted process or a whirlwind of activity depending on the day, time and urgency of the need for the cleaning evolution. I dislike cleaning chores some more than others. I would rather clean the toilet than do the dishes and I always ask my husband to do the vacuuming if he is around. Actually, on any given day it does not occur to me to dust or vacuüm or sweep the porches unless I happen to come in the front door and notice the leaves or whatever on the steps or landing. I am reminded of dusting when the dust clouds off the night stand when I move a book. I do notice the bathroom more often compelling me to wipe out the sink before I wash my hands. However, noticing the need for housework does not mean that I will do it that day or even the… Continue reading
Lessons in Packing
Over many years we have accumulated a number of things. We have at times actually purchased houses based on the furniture it needed to accommodate. I remember so clearly the search for the perfect house in Texas. Each of us had our particular requirement for our person preference and then there was the sideboard. We had inherited a huge Victorian period dark, heavily carved sideboard with ornate carving, a slab of marble and mirror and all sorts of things. It was tall and needed about ten feet of wall space. So, every time I walked into a house I not only checked the kitchen 1, the bathroom 2 for me. Matthew checked the space for a workshop and how close to the neighbors it was. Lydia had her own list. But bottom line there had to be a place for… Continue reading
Hints From a Graduate of the Erma Bombeck School of Housewifery
If you are of a certain age you know and revere Erma Bombeck whose books are sufficient guides for any woman on the fine art of housewifery. She offers practical and sincere advice for us all. The essential library for all keepers of the house. If ever in a quandary about the correct path, simply ask yourself what Erma would do and problem solved.
For instance when considering the ongoing task of laundry I remember one of her quotes,
Onedia says, “That sums up my attitude so the next step is easy. Every one does his/her own laundry even if you have to stand on a stool to reach the switches and any unintended color results can set a new fashion trend. I for one started… Continue reading
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