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I have a magnetic pad with attached pencil on the refrigerator to write down items we use up or need. There’s another pad with a don’t-forget-to-do list, which consists of replacing or repairing something in the house or getting time sensitive things accomplished.
We have company coming this weekend and DH took some vacation days to get things done aeound the house. He has a running list, but it is about how best to use our time. The more important ones we would like to see done are at the top and the ones that may or may not get done are at the bottom.
We sent our passports renewals in and followed up to make sure the credit union sent our satisfaction of mortgage to be recorded to our county this week, both were on a list. We’ve been around long enough to not keep making the same mistakes and we find lists are helpful for that.
My daily list for just little things to remember is on my iPad. I love it, love deleting things as I do them. And as another poster said, you can shift anything down the list to the next day. I’m with you on that, sometimes something will slip to the next day for a couple weeks before I get around to it! For me, although making all these lists sounds really scheduled, for me it’s what allows me to have a relaxed day, because I know I’m not worrying about forgetting anything. As soon as anything occurs to me, it’s on the list, and nothing is lurking around, forgotten.
I don't have many lists. I keep a mental house cleaning list. Monday for example is laundry day. Friday - clean out the fridge day etc - things like that
Now if i specifically need something from a storew - will make a list for sure.
I was talking to an acquaitance today about her many forays to wally world for things she needed. I think she is a bit scatter brained. She was making 20 centerpieces. So a person would make sure to get 20 of each item needed and then a couple extra in case you messed up.
Nope - just grabbed some and then would need one more - off to store. Need another one - go to the store. And the store is in the next town.
If she didn't complain about it - I wouldn't say anything, but she does - so I make suggestions - which I know is wrong and I should just listen. But I cant - lol
My MIL’s neighbor had post-it notes all over her house for reminders as her dementia worsened. I put a post-it note for an early morning appointment on the microwave near the coffee pot so I would see it on Tuesday. I usually set reminders with Alexa, but didn’t want to hear her that early. I couldn’t help but think of MIL’s neighbor when I did it.
Getting out daily and exploring ,as well as walking or hiking daily are our lifestyle and doesn’t require a list. Daily art is a must so again no list needed unless I’m gearing up for an exhibit.
I used to do lists all the time and they are very helpful. I need to get back to it for some things that have slipped by the wayside.
[quote=jim9251;57481974]Um no. My exwife used to make checklists for me and I was REQUIRED to complete each one. Didn't matter if I worked a 12 hour shift and was exhausted, there was her checklist staring me in the face every single day.
Retirement is very good, imho. Nobody cracking a whip over my head.
It means I can relax whenever I want or need to.
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