Day one

[Lori Chase]

I feel like I accomplished a lot today in a short amount of time. I volunteered a good portion of today, but after walking this morning I had an hour to accomplish quite a bit. Since I have not been in a routine lately I have allowed at least 15 minutes in each area. I didn't accomplish all, but wow, what I did accomplish was great.

The one thing I would like to do better is to not become distracted from what I am doing.

[Jan Ferrante]

I'm so glad! I set mine a little longer sometimes too to finish up or take care of one more small thing. It is always more than worth the time, sometimes that's the best time. I always ask myself if there's any other way I would be getting better use of the 5 minutes, and the answer is always NO!

The only problem is if it's too much, too often. Then it can become a chore :0)

[Lori Chase]

Thanks for the encouragement. Yes, I am using the timer and find it helpful, even if I have to reset it for another 5 minutes or so. Things are looking pretty good! I want to hang on to this motivation.

[Jan Ferrante]

Hi Lori, that is so fantastic! Doesn't it feel great? It really can be quite surprising what can be done in a short amount of focused time. I'm going to be posting some pictures of a bathroom that was out of control that I cleaned out today in 2 x 5 minutes. I was amazed.

Are you using a timer? I find that when I want to wander it really helps to pull me back. I'm often surprised at how often I find myself going to the wrong room etc until I remember where I am supposed to be.

I'm really glad that you shared your progress with us.

I have it on my list to start using my blog to journal too. I better get to it :0)

I can't wait to see what we can do tomorrow!