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Timepoints, or how I get through the day in one piece

I've realized over the years that for an ADDled gal like me, schedules don't work. For one thing, it's really hard to stick to a rigid schedule, and once I've wandered from it, I'm paralyzed. What do I do next? Do I t…
GTD with Sandy

In a previous post, I wrote a little about the basics of Getting Things Done (GTD), David Allen's ubiquitous productivity system. (Don't mind me, ubiquitous is my new favorite word. If you have a favorite word, suggest…
Getting Things Done (GTD)

I've been reading a lot lately about David Allen's system of Getting Things Done, and I think there's something there for me. Typically, I don't get a lot from books that help neurotypical people get organized, but real…
The ADD-proof Laundry System

First, my apologies to both-my-dear-readers for the space of time between posts. I have a whole host of posts ready to be written, but something stupid is keeping me from doing it. You see, I don't like the way my bl…
I have pictures!

I know, it's been a terribly long time since my last blog entry. But, BMDR (Both My Dear Readers), I'm making it up to you. I have pictures! Money management. If you have ADD, it's a given that typically, you will be…
It's Not a Character Defect

OK, so everyone has a character defect. In other words, nobody's perfect!But it's really tough that when one exhibits the signs of a mental illness, the first thing one thinks is not, "I wonder if she's had a full worku…
Nursing Around Adderall

If you've ever nursed a baby, you know that doctors know squat about drugs and breastfeeding. In fact, they'll usually just tell you what the drug manufacturers say, which is "don't take this drug while breastfeeding." …
Sleeping with ADD

Often a symptom of ADD is having trouble sleeping. And guess what, being overtired will definitely exacerbate your inattentiveness the next day. It doesn't take long before you're in a vicious cycle of not sleeping at …
Having Friends In

Is it hard for you to have friends in? I'm happy to say, for us, the answer is "not anymore."Now, I've always said, if you've come to see me, come anytime. If you've come to see my house, make an appointment.I've alway…
My Markers Take Me To My Happy Place

Fine point sharpies, that is. Yes, I have to admit, I'm a color-coding freak. Everyone in the house knows not to dare touch Mommy's sharpies. I need to have my rainbow mug filled with bright colors available at all ti…