Isn't everything the worst?

[BarTopDancer]

If stuff everywhere is bugging you, you might want to check out unclutterer.com. They have really good suggestions for breaking down the clutter and getting motivated with what precious time is available.

If you can identify what "stuff" is bugging you, you can get a grasp on how to handle it. Does Theo still have clothes out that are now too small? Or toys he is now too old for? Those could be packed away into containers by size for future use or donation. Would that help with some of the "damn there is crap everywhere and its' getting on my nerves"?

How about a basket by the stairs for everything that has to go upstairs so you aren't running up and down putting stuff away. That one is easy and requires one step of prep work. Stick a basket or bag on the stairs to put crap in to take upstairs.

I know how aggravating it can be to have every surface covered in stuff. My place is like that now... I have no one to blame but myself and I still don't want to clean it up.

[Betty]

I guess this isn't a good thread to ask for another blog update with Theo pic's?

[BarTopDancer]

Originally Posted by Betty

I guess this isn't a good thread to ask for another blog update with Theo pic's?

Only if you help tidy up.

[Betty]

Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

Only if you help tidy up.

I have a hard enough time of that at home ya know.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Thanks, everyone, for the tips. They really are helpful.

Originally Posted by katiesue

As for getting stuff done I find if I break stuff down. Not I will clean the whole house but today I'll do the toilets, tomorrow the tub, Thursday the kitchen counter, then it doesn't seem so overwhelming. And if I get on a roll and do more fabulous. And if I'm thrashed it just doesn't happen.

This has been my MO for the last 6 months. If all I can do is wash 3 dishes before Theo decides it's time to do something else, that's what I do. At least I washed something.

Originally Posted by Betty

Not necessarily true though. GD could come home and take the baby off your hands for 1/2 hour for you to do whatever - including doing nothing at all.

This is one of those things that is true and yet not true at the same time. Most days, if I am in the room, Theo wants me and makes a fuss. If I want to really hand him off, it can require sequestering myself. I've been making dinner as much as I can but often it's impossible, as he won't put up with GD as long as he knows I'm nearby. I'm not one to shut myself in a room alone and read a book, but I guess I'd have to if I really wanted alone time.

However, as I type this, GD is playing with Theo and he's just fine. In fact, Theo let me get a lot done today. He's eating more and sleeping more - signs of a growth spurt - and it makes him a lot happier and able to play while I do chores with him around.

Originally Posted by Betty

I guess this isn't a good thread to ask for another blog update with Theo pic's?

Heehee. I know I'm way behind on that, too. His birthday is coming up so there will definitely be an update then.