Sink Reflections
by Marla Cilley
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Author: Marla CilleyEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-10-01
ISBN: 0553382179
Number of pages: 256
Publisher: Bantam
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Book Review: Worth trying!
Summary: 5 Stars
I first heard about FlyLady.com from my cousin. After seeing a few mentions on message boards, I eventually wandered over to her website to see what the fuss was all about. There's a ton to read on the site, which can be a tad overwhelming, so I just started investigating her Beginner BabySteps page. And I gotta say...after reading and implementing Days 1-10, I noticed my mornings were consistently starting off on the right foot. FlyLady now had my full attention.
I didn't bother signing up for the daily emails since I really hate that kind of thing. And because I was just starting this whole FlyLady cleaning/organizing stuff, I figured constant suggestions via email might start ticking me off, which would increase the risk of my quitting. I really wanted to give this a fair shake, so I went searching for and found this book. Granted, as others have pointed out, a person could get all the information on the FlyLady website for free. But I prefer sitting down with a book, giving it my full attention. Plus I wanted something I could refer to whenever I liked without hesitation and without getting sidetracked by anything else I like to do on my computer.
Basically, Marla lays out a really great program to help you clean and keep your house (and yourself) in darn good shape. Some of the suggestions seem so simplistic (like making sure the kitchen sink is empty and clean before you go to bed, or laying out your clothes for the next day), but they really do make a huge difference. I personally wasn't aware of how crappy I felt coming down in the morning to dishes in the sink until I started cleaning it up the night before. The difference in my attitude from just that act alone is what pushed me to continue reading the FlyLady suggestions.
In addition to adopting short, daily routines used to keep the house in shape (and yourself feeling pretty good about things), she offers more involved tasks called Zone cleaning. I haven't fully ventured into that territory yet, but I plan to once I get the daily routine to where I like it. I can see already how helpful that will be, and I actually look forward to tackling different parts of my house, which is kinda weird when you think about it. Looking forward to really cleaning the living room?! I know it sounds bizarre, but after you start getting into the book, it all seems more than possible.
Her attack on Clutter is wonderful! You won't believe how much easier it is to clean and organize once clutter starts disappearing. It's a process that takes time, so it won't get done in a day, but DARN it feels so good to take 1 full garbage bag to the corner for pick up and 1 full garbage bag to Salvation Army! That's 2 bags less of stuff for you to dust/push around/pick up/feel guilty over. :oD Again, it's so simple yet so effective.
She suggests a Control Journal, which I find to be a little too compulsive, but that's just me. If it works for you, then go for it. From that suggestion, I just put together a well-rounded emergency phone list, and this alone made me happy. I think this "take what you need, leave the rest behind" approach is a good one for anything in life, and it works well with FlyLady's technique. Don't get hung up on doing things exactly as she says, as this may frustrate you just as much as a messy house will. Be willing to make small adjustments that fit your schedule and personality. Example: If you don't want to create a Daily Checklist, then don't. You can still create a morning routine for yourself, but not everyone needs it written down to be checked off later. I don't do many of the specifics in the book, yet I've had great success so far.
There are chapters dedicated to Laundry, Menu Planning, Paper Clutter (ack!), Vacations and Moving. All contain excellent tips.
For my fellow Agnostics and Atheists out there, yeah...she mentions God quite a bit. You shouldn't find it offensive though. If anything, her faith and her sometimes sugar-sweet professions of love for the reader are endearing. Her heart is in the right place, and that's all I ask of any person frankly. Anyone who goes out of her/his way to help others is okay in my book.
I may one day get to a point where I'll peruse her website for more ideas (which would mean my daily routine and zone cleaning will be a well ingrained habit...woo hoo!). But right now I'm content with the FlyBaby progress I've made so far. I also really enjoy re-reading sections of the book for both reminders and a shot of enthusiasm. My house is looking so much better. More importantly, I feel better and much more productive. If you're on the fence, check out her website and try some of the BabySteps. I bet once you see how much a straightened up kitchen affects your overall mood, you'll consider giving the whole FlyLady thing a try. :o)
Summary of Sink Reflections
Fly Out of CHAOS(Can?t Have Anyone Over Syndrome)
Into Order?One BabyStep at a Time
With her special blend of housecleaning tips, humor, and musings about daily life, Marla Cilley, a.k.a. The FlyLady, shows you how to manage clutter and chaos and get your home?and your life?in order. Drawn from the lessons and tools used in her popular mentoring program, the FlyLady system helps you create doable housekeeping routines and break down overwhelming chores into manageable missions that will restore peace to your home?and your psyche. Soon you?ll be able to greet guests without fear, find your keys, locate your kids, and, most of all, learn how to FLY: Finally Love Yourself.
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