The pro's of not having a working clothes dryer? Getting to watch the sunrise every time I do laundry. The con's?
The wind chill was 7°F when I was putting my laundry out yesterday. Today it's not so bad - 25°F wind chill. Everything dried yesterday too, but it was out before the sun was up. If I put it out any later, it's somewhat damp when I bring it in.
I dry some of my laundry inside as well (a small indoor clothesline, and 3 drying racks). However, with bedding for 5 beds, I do have to use my lines outside too some days.
Part of my new cleaning routine, is to do as much as possible on Monday's. I can then start my week out with a fresh house. Then I don't feel so frenzied throughout the week, when I have to split wood, bring in wood, and other winter work. I'm going to take one day completely off too. I seem to work so much over the weekends, I owe it to myself. It may have to vary from week to week, but I am determined.
Today I am thankful for:
~ a gym so close to home, and open early enough to use before Hubby goes to work (and inexpensive to join)
~ the abundance of eggs our chickens are giving us
~ God's Grace
~ organic, natural teas
~ my clothesline and clothespins
~ books
~ surprise mail
~ the library
~ one of my kiddo's still kissing me before they go to school
~ warm slippers
I dry some of my laundry inside as well (a small indoor clothesline, and 3 drying racks). However, with bedding for 5 beds, I do have to use my lines outside too some days.
Part of my new cleaning routine, is to do as much as possible on Monday's. I can then start my week out with a fresh house. Then I don't feel so frenzied throughout the week, when I have to split wood, bring in wood, and other winter work. I'm going to take one day completely off too. I seem to work so much over the weekends, I owe it to myself. It may have to vary from week to week, but I am determined.
Today I am thankful for:
~ a gym so close to home, and open early enough to use before Hubby goes to work (and inexpensive to join)
~ the abundance of eggs our chickens are giving us
~ God's Grace
~ organic, natural teas
~ my clothesline and clothespins
~ books
~ surprise mail
~ the library
~ one of my kiddo's still kissing me before they go to school
~ warm slippers
Comments
Until last year I always hung out on the line by nescessity, then we did get a dryer.
I do miss "having to" sometime.
The morning hang out were a good time of reflection.
The pros were many ` the fresh smell, the morning reflection, and a lower electric bill.
The only con in Winter was they froze .lol
Like your "thankful" list. It's often the little things, isn't it?
I like the idea of getting it all done on Monday to start out fresh.
I like your thankful list... the kisses from your kiddos is so sweet. Cherish those moments.
Pat