Dear FlyLady,

I’m so thankful for your system!  Whatever happens, it grounds me.  Learning about my sidetracked nature is quite a revelation. I always thought something was wrong with me.  Now I can recognize it when my mind starts racing and I start bouncing from thing to thing.  I stop and take a breath, get a pad, write what needs to happen and number them in order of importance.  If I only get one or two things done, at least I know I’ve done the most important things first.When I focus on one thing and set my timer for 15 minutes for example in my messy kitchen, I can have it in order usually before that timer rings.  I’m learning to be focused but also flexible.

Several health issues have cropped up this year and instead of completely sidetracking me, I’m dealing with them positively.  I’m having surgery on my right hand tomorrow.  I thought about the situation and decided with right hand/elbow in cast and 6-8 weeks recovery that it would be smart to do some make ahead meals.  My daughter came over and we cooked together making spaghetti, beef stew, sausage balls, lasagna, etc. and packed them as small meals in reheatable take away containers, labeled them and put them in the freezer.  Not only did we make easy meals but we had a great time cooking together.  I also made sure there are plenty of canned soups, jello cups, and other handy canned goods.

All laundry is done,  house is spic and span, bills and paperwork up to date, hospital bag packed and anything that I was procrastinating about is done.  It reminded me of how I operated before preparing for a long vacation trip.  It is amazing how quickly we can get things done when we have to.  Also, your daily motivational talks really help.  I’ll listen for a bit and before I know it, I’m up and getting things done.

Thanks for everything.

Love, Okie FlyBaby

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