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The Pro's . . .

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
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Willow said…
Beautiful.
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
November 26, 2013 at 8:43 AM
Mama Pea said…
You are one strong (and determined) lady to be hanging laundry out in those temperatures. It's not too difficult to stay warm . . . except for the hands! Clumsy with gloves on, but nearly impossible without.

Like your "thankful" list. It's often the little things, isn't it?
November 26, 2013 at 10:39 AM
Candy C. said…
At least you get to enjoy that beautiful sunrise! Whenever I go outside to hang the laundry or bring it in, I'm joined by the two barn kitties. :)
November 26, 2013 at 6:03 PM
Patricia @ 9th and Denver said…
I like hanging my laundry. I've had laundry drying inside this week with all the rain we've had.
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
November 26, 2013 at 6:58 PM
Unknown said…
We use a dryer. We used a line years ago, but were told it's bad for allergies, especially on bed linens. Pollen sticks and you breathe it all night :(
December 1, 2013 at 7:33 PM
Pioneer Woman at Heart said…
We have a dryer, but due to the lightening/fire, it's not working. We still need to replace it or see if it can be repaired.
December 2, 2013 at 6:12 AM
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