NewZealandCoach’s Weblog

I’ve spent some of today doing some pre-winter cleaning. A friend dropped in to visit, and we were talking about how we both like to get organised before winter really sets in. Think about it – do you really want to be stuck inside a messy, unorganised grubby house looking out at the wet cold weather? Not me. I’d much rather be tucked up inside a clean, warm, welcoming house for the winter months!

I’ve been trialling using vinegar/baking soda etc for cleaning products. So far I’m pretty impressed. The vinegar smell does go away as the surface dries. Baking soda and vinegar really brought a shine to the stainless steel base of the kids shower so that was great. You don’t need terribly much more elbow grease either (I’ve no plans to spend my life doing housework or developing huge arms!)

Sometimes I look around and think we could do with a bigger house, or new furniture, etc. But then I think of someone we know who has a ‘gorgeous’ home, beautiful new furniture and everything anyone could ask for. But they are pretty unhappy at the moment. They are overextended, unhappy, getting very short tempered and generally feeling pretty miserable. So I am happy with where I am, and it’s no hassle to me creating a nice clean warm place to spend the winter :0

Finally on a plane that’s far away from anything I can afford … have a look at this site. Just beautiful Go to ‘projects‘ and enjoy, daydream, or just generally gnash your teeth in complete envy!

I have huge respect for people who can create on this scale. I don’t know where you would start to be able to complete projects like this. Sure, I’m like anyone – I know what I like (and I’ve got VERY definite ideas!) but to see everything put together in ways like this is just stunning. I can’t imagine what it must feel like to ’see’ this in your head, and know the steps to take to make it a reality …

I suppose it’s like eating an elephant, or bringing up kids, or building a great life. One step at a time