Somebody mentioned it a while back, but something I love about the new house is how very easy it is to keep on top of, cleaning-wise. I know that it will make me sound like a 'Stepford Wife', but this pleases me a lot.
I can sweep the floors in 10 minutes. I can haul out the vacuum and get all the carpets done in about the same amount of time. I plug it in one outlet by the pantry and can quickly do the whole house from that one outlet.
The dishwasher is a huge time saver. Supper cleanup is a simple matter of washing a couple pans.
After my shower, I give the tub and tile a quick spritz, wipe it down with a microfiber cloth. I wipe down the sink and counter when I am done with my teeth, and then wipe down the toilet before I leave.
Other than a dust a couple times a week, that's all I need to do. Every thing is just so.
I have time for the garden. I have time for a walk. I am reading a book. A leisurely phone conversation. If I want to walk over snd visit with my sister, I can.
It is what I expected retirement to be like
I think Tim is adapting to the slower pace too. This morning, he said "let's take a run to Corry. We can see what Happ's has. I would like to stop and check the upcoming sale at the auction house. We haven't done that for a while.
A quick look and both of us said 'those chairs!' at about the same time. The chairs will match just so perfectly with our little kitchen table.
'Himself' is very pleased we are going to an auction tomorrow.
We did not dare to drive the truck to pick up furniture today. The forecast called for a rainy day, but found that the bow front cabinet would fit in the Subaru just so. That came home. It also fit perfectly right where I thought it should be.
This really is a wonderful change of pace for us, and I am enjoying it very much.
Oh...and PS, tomorrow I am getting two more chicks. Don't worry. I have done the chicken math very carefully.
I am so happy that you are happy! Your new house sounds perfect! And your new "pace" is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteSounds lovely. I wonder if I deep cleaned very throughly, could I get to the point you describe where keeping it clean was that quick and easy? Probably will never find out. And congratulations on the 2 more chicks! Will we see the whole flock?
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I love that you sneaked in the, you know, um, chicks!
ReplyDeleteNow comes all the people who will be offering interesting volunteer activities!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are adjusting to not always working on a tenet house! Chick math is easier than bunny math. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI was expecting company next week so decided to take my time and clean this week, she showed up yesterday for a week, good news now I will wait until she leaves to go home to clean.. We are just having a slow and very nice week. I love your new pace, enjoy it and all the other things your can do now with your extra time. I even put my pans in the dish washer now if I decide to cook.
ReplyDeleteThe way you describe your routine feels so peaceful and content. And those chairs? Sounds like they were meant to be. I just can’t wait to hear about the new chicks
ReplyDeleteSounds perfect!
ReplyDeleteEspecially perfect with some more chicks. ;)
Yep. That's what retirement is meant to be!
ReplyDeleteSome good buys. What won't be buzzing around in your head is what you have to do at home, or what you aren't doing, or what haven't done.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds as if you are making a perfect retirement. Chickens are good companions, always ready to join you for coffee in the morning and sorting out the garden.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds blissful!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely and well-deserved rewards after all your very hard work. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAhhh, that IS what retirement is all about, doing what you want, when you want. We have a small duplex, and it's so easy to keep it clean. I never wanted a bigger place because it meant more stuff, more cleaning, more yard. Just NO. I like doing all my fun things, not doing more of the maintenance things. Enjoy your life, Debby!
ReplyDeleteThe phrase that springs to mind is “Made in the Shade.” It looks like your life is going almost perfectly.
ReplyDeleteAre you giving your chickens names? When you said Just So I thought you were referring to the book Just So Stories, one of my favourites as a child lol. Gigi
ReplyDeleteThat cabinet does fit "just so" !
ReplyDeleteJust two. And so it starts.
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DeleteThis reminds me so much of one of my favorite children's books. It is "Miss Suzy" by Miriam Young. It is the story of, yes, a mouse named Miss Suzy and her life in her beloved little house in an oak tree. She gets up every morning and sets everything to rights which gives her the greatest pleasure. But then...adventures ensue!
ReplyDeleteI do not clean as much as you do. Glad you are so happy and relaxed in your new home.
ReplyDeleteYou've reminded me of being so irritated at reading Flylady's organization/housekeeping tips because they were directed mainly at women. But the fact is that it IS still women who do most if not all of the domestic chores even though both sexes benefit equally from a clean and comfortable nest, and the neverending undervaluing of housework is ongoing and exhausting. (Glad you aren't finding it so.) I think the domestic work is what creates a restful, safe, and enjoyable home, and if we don't have that, really what do we have?
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're both able yo enjoy the slower pace.
ReplyDeleteSo where is Bob the Buffalo now?
ReplyDeleteA very nice and relaxed change of pace from what your life has been like for the past few years. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHooray to enjoying retirement and getting Tim on a similar page.
ReplyDeleteSo peaceful and nice for you. May the two of you have many good years of retirement.
ReplyDeleteI have very happy to hear this, Debby, and it is no doubt well-deserved. Keep enjoying your new lifestyle.
ReplyDeleteThat really is a beautiful cabinet. I'm glad you're settling in to a slower pace and finding your home so pleasant!
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