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FOR TODAY...June 13, 2012

Outside my window...the sun shines brightly as clouds float past lazily and the temps soar up near 100*. The pool is glittering and calm. The huge tree gives us shade, a place to put a swing and shelter from any rain that might come along.

I am thinking...that nap time/quiet time is often my favorite time of day.

I am thankful...for a summer job that allows me to still be with my kiddos, help our bottom line AND have a little fun all at once.

In the kitchen...there are chicken breasts in the crock pot and brown rice waiting in the fridge to be heated once I get back home. Now that I'm working 50 hours a week, I'm doing most of my prep work on Sunday so that when I get home in the evening, dinner just needs to be heated up.

I am wearing...my lazy day clothes. Navy knit capris, and an over sized hot pink Minnesota shirt.

I am creating...nothing this week. Sad, but true

I am going...to and from day camp, literacy camp, music camp, the park and the gym. Phew, no wonder I'm tired.

I am wondering...if kids really NEED all the 'camps' parents seem to think they do.

I am reading...Philippians, "Unclaimed Baggage", "Taste of Home", and the grocery circulars (do they count?)

I am hoping...that I survive this super crazy busy week and can re-group next week.

I am looking forward to...going home tonight and not doing anything else. (goodness, I sound lazy this week)

I am learning...that homeschooling is even more flexible that I used to think. That love stretches, no matter how hard it's tested, and that you DO make time for the things that are important to you.

Around the house...David has been home sick for 3 days now, and when I'm getting home at night, I'm just dropping, so honestly, it's pretty messy. Tonight I need to catch up on some dishes, actually read the mail, and sweep a few floors.

I am pondering...nothing. I'm too tired and I don't have the brain power. *winks*

A favorite quote for today..."Pretending to be someone you're not is a waste of the person you are."
- Kurt Cobain (not a fan of K. Cobain, but saw this on a friend's FB wall and thought it was good.)

One of my favorite things...home, home, home. (can you tell I'm missing being at home?)

A few plans for the rest of the week: Surviving. That's my grand plan.


A peek into my day...Yup, that's my 6 year old. ; )

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BREAD FAIL. My bread developed a huge bubble on the top that then cracked off and left a hole. Bummer. Oh well, it was still tasty, and that's what counts.

FOR TODAY...May 1, 2012

Outside my window...the sun shines brightly as it begins it's decent for the day. Cars zip past in a hurry to get home as I linger at the local Starbucks.

I am thinking...that taking a few hours for yourself every once in a while is a smashing idea and I wonder why I don't do it more often (I know, I know. If I did, it wouldn't be such a treat)

I am thankful...that Dan encourages me to get away once in a while. Being the mother of all boys is not for the faint of heart. Actually, parenting period isn't for the faint of heart. So retreating once in a while to relax, remember who you are, or just listen to the quiet is good for you.

In the kitchen...mac and cheese with hamburger and steamed broccoli. We are doing a pantry challenge at the Man Crew House this month. (It means we are going as long as we can without purchasing any more food.) Wanna play along? I am hoping to get at least 2-3 weeks out of the pantry/fridge/freezer.

I am wearing...Jeans, a brown floral t-shirt, comfy shoes and a messy bun.
http://www.themancrew.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-book-reading-list-for-2012.html
I am creating...a scrap booking/reading/quiet room in the house so I won't have to run away from home to enjoy some quiet from now on : )

I am going...nowhere tomorrow. Glorious! I think Wednesday has become my fave day since D doesn't have gym and I can be home ALLLL day

I am wondering...if having accountability partners will help me meet my goals for this month and beyond.

I am reading..."Unclaimed Baggage" and 2 Corinthians this month. I'm sadly behind on my yearly reading goals as posted here, but the library isn't being too cooperative about helping me find the books I want to read. I will find them eventually and catch up

I am hoping...to meet my monthly goals. (Turn overflow room into quiet sanctuary, do school regularly again, have a date with Dan, read my Bible each day, catch up on some of my reading list, listen to one audio book,  start Financial Peace University and work out at least 3 days a week)

I am looking forward to...being well rested again soon after working nights for 4 years.

I am learning...that the best of intentions don't count for much. It's what you DO that counts.

Around the house...the usual. Men of various ages everywhere, laundry waiting to be folded, dishes waiting to be loaded into the DW, one little boy needing to be bathed and put to bed, and the TV blaring. (Hence the reason I'm hiding at Starbucks. Just sayin' LOL)

I am pondering...what would happen if politicians ever kept their promises. Just kidding, I don't have that much brain power right now. I'll think about that next month :D

A favorite quote for today..."No matter how deep our darkness -- He is deeper still." Corrie Ten-Boom

One of my favorite things...a sunny window seat for curling up to read a good book.

A few plans for the rest of the week: School, home blessing, Game Night, gym for D, hanging out the garage with Dan and making the overflow room become a safe haven.

A peek into my day...well it won't move down here. Go back to the top and check it out. ha ha ha


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For Today...Feb 3, 2012
Outside my window...the sun shines bright, fluffy clouds float lazily by as buds begin to form on the shrubbery in the back yard. Spring is coming!
I am thankful...for a brief moment to squeeze in a blog during this hectic week
I am thinking...that I'm super blessed to be surrounded by family and friends that take such good care of my family and me.
From the kitchen...right now, a lunch of egg salad on homemade bread, green olives, pickles and orange and spice tea with vanilla sugar. Life is good. The meal plans for this week include:

• Monday: Leftover smorgasbord pulled from the freezer
• Tuesday: Chicken and rice casserole
• Wednesday: Papa John's Pizza and Ice Cream for family night
• Thursday: Spaghetti with marinara sauce
• Friday: Game night~ veggie tray, chips and salsa and birthday cake
• Saturday: L~ Fend D~ Homemade pizza (it's better than Papa John's, just sayin')
• Sunday: L~ Turkey and stuffing, relish tray D~ Popcorn and veggie tray

I am wearing... jeans and a red t-shirt, bare toes
I am creating... a new homeschooling routine, yet again.
I am going... nowhere for the rest of today, the gym and a Kohl's Cares Event tomorrow, and church on Sunday
I am wondering... how many people will show up for game night tonight, we usually have about 20.
I am reading... "Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A No Tolerance Policy for Punctuation" The book of Romans, "21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You" "The Story" (this week I also read the whole Rose Trilogy book series from Beverly Lewis) **wow, no wonder I haven't had time to blog recently** : )
I am hoping... to be the wife and helpmeet that Dan needs.
I am looking forward to... continuing "The Story" series at church
I am learning... that I can go nearly a month without purchasing groceries, and still eat healthfully, if I'm willing to put in the effort to catalog the contents of the freezer and pantry.
Around the house... Game Night prep is nearly finished, D and E are playing basketball on the PS3, P is playing a video game on the DSi, and DT is outside on the trampoline. (In case you are wondering, we don't have school on Friday. Fridays are devoted to socializing and getting ready for game night)
I am pondering... the fact that Dan and I so often forget to be grateful for the amazing health all of our children enjoy. So many children have disabilities, poor immune systems, vaccine injuries, or emotional, mental or learning problems. We need to be more mindful of how blessed we are.
A quote for today... "Grace isn't a little prayer you say before receiving a meal. Its a way to live." AMEN AND AMEN!
One of my favorite things... a night alone with the hubby in a fancy-schmancy hotel for free, while good friends care for our children. Every couple needs a break now and then *winks*
A few plans for the rest of the week...game night, gym, church, grocery shopping and hide and seek tag at the park on Sunday. (Park time is Daddy and boys time, mama stays home to lesson and meal plan, enjoy some quiet and get the house ready for a new week. It's good)
A peek into my day...Dan and I are so old that this is how we start our days together. LOL!

Ahhh, the breakfast of champions! Vitamins and either iced tea or iced coffee. : )

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FOR TODAY: January 12, 2012
Outside my window... The sun tries valiantly to shine through the clouds. It is chilly (low 40s) and gray.
I am thinking...that God is too gracious to me.
I am thankful...that He is.
In the kitchen...sadly, nothing this minute. However, menu for the week is

• Monday~Daddy brought home pizza
• Tuesday~Tacos
• Wednesday~Crustless quiche YUM~O
• Thursday~leftovers
• Friday~Game Night (no dinner, just veggies and dip, crackers and cheese, and chips and salsa
• Saturday~Lunch sammies, Dinner Homemade pizza
• Sunday~Lunch TBD, Dinner popcorn and veggie tray
  

I am wearing...Brown t-shirt, faded jeans, ankle socks and slip on shoes.
I am creating...clean carpets after this morning's boy vomit and cat diarrhea. Yes, it's been that kind of day : )
I am going...crazy, wanna come? Just kidding. I have tutoring from 3:30-5:30 and then Kohl's from 6-11. Somewhere in there, D has to get to gym from 5:30-8:30
I am wondering...how long the boys are going to put off doing their chores and school since I am NOT reminding/nagging them today. Should be interesting.
I am reading...21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership/ White Oleander (not really liking it, but I read every book to the end. Just one of my *things*) and Philippians every day for January
I am hoping...to become a better person this year, through prayer, much reading, and self discipline.
From the school room...an inde study day since DT is not well. We did some reading together this morning and he's been resting on the couch for the day. The BIGS were assigned 1 hour of educational reading, a math lesson, a writing exercise and a brain game. (a nice easy return to schooling since we just started back yesterday.)
I am looking forward to...a weekend without kids later in January. I love a free hotel room AND people to watch the kids!
I am learning...that I don't have the self discipline I used to, and that I need to re-find it and USE it
Around the house...a sad little dog is waiting to have his ear sewn back on after a wrestling match earlier this week, there are crumbs on the tablecloth, and PILES of dishes waiting to be attended, but it may just not happen today.
I am pondering...belly button lint, the sad state of the US economy and the contents of my pantry.
A favorite quote for today...'Lack of preparation on your part does NOT constitute an emergency on my part'.
One of my favorite things...rows of home canned tomatoes
A few plans for the rest of the week: Well since I'm late, there isn't much 'week' left. However, tomorrow is Game Night, Saturday is a shift at the gym, Sunday is church and preparing for the new week. That sounds like enough.
A peek into my day...an interesting way to use the counting cubes sent by big brother 'Shua.

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Simple Woman's Daybook~Hello 2012

FOR TODAY...Jan 3, 2012
Outside my window...the sun is shining, boys are laughing and jumping on the trampoline and the dog is busily chasing school busses (or think he is *winks*)
I am thinking...that today is a great day!
I am thankful...for today. It is, after all, Grati-Tuesday! I'm grateful for my hardworking handsome hubby, my healthy boys enjoying the winter break from school, and for a few minutes of solitude. Just me and the fishies right now.
In the kitchen...we just finished lunch of New Year's Cheese and cracker leftovers. Meals for the week are as follows

• Monday~ Black bean, Beef and vegetable soup (with homemade veggie stock, no less!)
• Tuesday~ Pasta bake
• Wednesday~ Roast Chicken and garlic mashed potatoes with salad
• Thursday~ Chock Full 'O Veggies Meat loaf from the crock pot and leftover mashed potatoes
• Friday~ snacking in the car on the way to ALB for D's first gym meet of the season. Things like homemade trail mix, cereal bars, cheese sticks, fruit leathers, and sweet iced tea
• Saturday~ Fast food on the way home from ALB
• Sunday~ homemade pizza, popcorn and a veggie tray

I am wearing...a pink tee shirt, double braids, jean capris and bare feet
I am creating...goals, plans, school lessons for the return of school next week, order from the post holiday chaos and new routines for the new year
I am going...nowhere today *clapping hands* It's so rare to spend a day completely at HOME
I am wondering...if I can actually pull of losing 30 pounds like my New Year's Resolution says. **chewing nails**
I am reading..."The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You" Good stuff!
I am hoping...to be able to finish this blog without the phone ringing, the doorbell chiming, or the boys coming in to tattle on one another :D I seriously HEART me some quiet time!!
I am looking forward to...going to ALB this weekend and watching D do something he LOVES!
I am learning...to take one day at a time and not borrow tomorrow's troubles.
Around the house...the tree is finally down AND put away. The decorations are safely tucked away for another year, and our home is slowing working it's way back to normal. (whatever THAT is)
I am pondering...the words of a great Bible verse. "The Lord is near" I've said it before, I'll say it again, there's a WHOLE sermon in 4 short words. Ponder it with me, ruminate over it, live like you believe it.
A favorite quote for today...Hmmm, caught me off guard with this one, it's new. Well, I'll fall back on one of my old favorites. As quoted by Ronald Reagan, "The most terrifying words in the English language are, 'I'm from the government and I'm here to help.' " Ha ha ha~
One of my favorite things...fresh cracked babies. (that's what we call newborns around here, they just got "cracked" out. We're C-section babies here at the Man Crew House)
A few plans for the rest of the week: packing for the weekend trip, making snacks for trip, one night of work at Kohl's, one night of tutoring, taking D back and forth to gym, reading to the family in the evening. Spending time with my parents. Life is good, ya know it?
A peek into my day...welcome to the Mayhem! I was watching Dan weld the other day. SO cool!

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For Today~ November 13, 2011
Outside my window...it is overcast as cool. 60* is our high for today. Yes, I know some of you have snow already. Just keep in mind that when it's 70 at your house, it will be 110* at mine. Cool is relative : )
I am thinking...that it has been WAY too long since I took part in this great post on a regular basis.
I am thankful...that we get to enjoy EXTRA family for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. SO excited about that!
From the learning rooms...we are wrapping up our curriculum studies at the end of this week and will be enjoying 'homeschool lite' until after the New Year. My hours are just too long and too late for this season to *teach* in the traditional sense, so we read, watch educational videos, play games, make gifts and crafts, and just enjoy the season together.
From the kitchen...potato soup simmers in the crock pot for dinner tonight. Hot tea is cooling on the counter and chicken is thawing in the fridge for something tasty later on this week.
I am wearing...brown knit capris, a coral t shirt, ankle socks and tennies. Hair is double french braided, I can't get over how quickly it's growing back out.
I am creating...secrets for Christmas, a clean house and a completed "Fall Into Reading' List
I am going...nowhere for at least 24 hours. HURRAY!
I am wondering...why bad things happen to good people. I know it's the age-old question, but sometimes it gets me down. I don't know HOW people manage to keep their spirits up when they don't know the Lord and how good He is.
I am reading...a huge list of books, but mostly, How To Be More Than a Good Bible Study Girl, curriculum books, blogs about green living, sewing and organization. Also Thanksgiving lists, meal plans and recipes. Mmmmmmmmmm
I am hoping...to try a few new recipes this week. Mostly, pumpkin goodies. Like pumpkin spice lattes, scones and whoopie pies. Also a new recipe or two before sharing at the Thanksgiving table.
I am looking forward to...the holidays, a visit from long awaited company, and a break from school.
I am hearing...Transformers 3 and little boys giggling and wrestling together. (kinda wish I could still hear Amy Grant singing the hymns, shhhh, don't tell!)
Around the house...we are getting ready for a new week to begin with a fresh, clean house. SO< to that end,

• Dishes
• Laundry
• LR tidied and vac'd
• Bathrooms swished and swiped
• Bedrooms picked up and tidy

I am pondering... more Christmas gifts, some extra cleaning projects from "31 Days to Clean: Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World" and how rapidly my boys are growing up right in front of my eyes.
One of my favorite things...autumn
A few plans for the rest of the week...a full week of school before the break, extra sleep whenever I can squeeze it in, tutoring, coffee with Karen and menu planning for the next few weeks.
Here is a picture thought I am sharing with you...

Now THAT's what a Saturday afternoon should look like : ) Have a great week, everyone!

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Hello friends hither and yon! I'm back from my travelling days and ready to get back to our regular meeting times. Let's start with an old favorite of mine.
For today...June 7, 2011 (Where IS this year going?)
Outside my window...the sun blazes down with intensity, the temp soars to over 100* and a dry wind blows. However, the flowers bloom, the veggies stretch for more sun and the kiddies play.
I am thinking...that homeschooling is the best thing ever.
I am thankful for...boys that play together so nicely most of the time.
From the learning rooms...reading, spelling lists, copious amounts of reading, and science video classes to round out the year.
From the kitchen...right now, a roast simmers away in the crock pot. Other tasties this week include fresh bread (yum~O) a cookout, pizza, breakfast for dinner, popcorn and a veggie tray, and BBQ sammies from the leftover roast.
I am wearing...brown knit capris, a peach t shirt, ankle socks and tennies.
I am creating...a Martha house the Mary Way. Check out the e-book titled "31 Days to Clean: Having a Martha House the Mary Way"
I am going...to get slimmer : ) Even if it kills me. I started P90X yesterday. ouch.
I am reading...the aforementioned e-book, an annotated copy of the Constitution (which is taking forever since it takes me a long time to understand it little bits at a time) "What Would the Founders Say? (Also taking forever, same reason) and new new TOS magazine : )
I am hoping...that P90X gets easier, but I'm not holding my breath, that dinner is tasty, and that I'll make it through my to do list today.
I am hearing...Tommy Walker from the stereo, boys whispering to each other, the dryer tumbling clothes, Shadow barking at the garbage truck and the ceiling fans pushing around cool air. Praise God for Central Air : )
Around the house...all is clean, for now.
A few plans for the rest of the week...taking D back and forth to gym, finishing the homeschool week, working out with Dan each day, Sam's Club trip tomorrow, game night, and a BBQ with friends. Life is good!
A picture thought I am sharing with you... being the mother of boys is not for the faint of heart. Just sayin'


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Joy-FULL February 2011 ~Day 16/Simple Woman's Daybook

Here's is another Simple Woman's Daybook entry. LOVE, love, LOVE these posts, and how they insist that I slow down, think coherently, and organize my feelings into word pictures. Here we go.

For Today...February 23, 2011
Outside my window... the sun shines bleakly through the thick clouds that are so rare here. It is breezy and cool. Although cool is relative, of course : ) Dan still rode his motorcycle to work.
I am thinking...That I'm glad I gave myself today 'off' I've been busy all day, I can't imagine how I would be feeling if I hadn't been a slacker today, HA!
I am thankful...for boys that have played so nicely together today. Playing imaginative games, helping one another out with chores and school, and coloring all together. It is sweet! I'm also thankful for filed taxes and the anticipation of getting our money back soon. Does that make me shallow?? I sure hope not!

From the learning rooms...today, very little. Just a math and spelling lesson. Usually, we get much more accomplished, but that's why we needed a break today, so we could get to those other things that pile up when we aren't looking.
From the kitchen...nothing yet. Dinner is Steak Fajitas. YUM~O! Other meals this week include ham and bean soup, lasagna, pizza, a popcorn and veggie tray night and to my everlasting shame, beanies and weanies. BLECK, but the boys love them, so I am allowing them their disgusting treat. I'll have salad! LOL!
I am wearing...jeans and a layered t-shirt, along with bare feet and ridiculously SHORT french braid. I still feel a bit bald after this month's donation of hair.
I am creating...sassy new hairdos, mended jeans, creative boys and a happy hubby. And less mess due to still unpacking boxes here and there that keep appearing.
I am going...to work later this evening, running the Mama taxi later this week, and taking a trip to the library, too.
I am reading...a fabulous book that breaks down the constitution into little phrases and makes it understandable. If you've ever wanted to really get INTO the constitution, read this book.
I am hoping... that Dan has a wonderful birthday on Friday, and that school continues to roll along in the smooth fashion that is has been for the past few weeks!
I am hearing... Dan's router buzzing in the garage as he creates cutting boards for friends, D and DT playing video games together, and Patrick sighing loudly over having to use the dictionary to finish his spelling lesson. Outside I can hear Shadow barking at the Fed Ex truck as it rumbles past, and the cars driving in and out of the neighborhood. All nice, homey sounds, well except for the router, it's noisy, LOL!
Around the house... a load of laundry waits to be folded (as always) dinner is about to get started and the WHOLE house could use a good dusting. But, pictures are up on the walls, the floors and counters are clean, as well as the bathrooms, and I know where all the library book are for once : )
A few plans for the rest of the week...Dan's, my Mom's and Lily's birthdays this week, GAME NIGHT returns after cancelling last week for a road trip, work, work and more work for Dan and I both, and homeschool just keeps rolling on. Oh and James and T will be over tonight and Friday so Jodi can tutor. A nice full week.
A picture thought I am sharing with you... A few of my wild hooligans that I can family. Dan and Derek during the gymnastics meet on Saturday in Phoenix. And David working on his handstand press.

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Joy-FULL February 2011 ~Day 4/Simple Woman's Daybook

Today I am going to share a post that I've missed doing quite a bit. It's called the Simple Women's Daybook. It brings me JOY to simplify my thoughts, organize my days and center my heart each week with this post, and since I've quit doing them, I often find my weeks spinning out of control, my heart is grumpy and disorganized. So, as part of my back to the JOY February, I'm beginning to do them again, starting with this one. And they go a little something like this : )

For Today... February 5, 2011

Outside my window... the sun is shining weakly and melting the last of the snow from Wednesday. The temperature is a mild 33* and a gentle breeze stirs the leaves.

I am thinking... that a house full of boys is a wonderful thing, except when they are all sick : )

I am thankful for... regular electricity after this week's rolling blackouts in the aftermath of "Snow-maggedon" Heat, working appliances, and a snug home.

From the learning rooms... We have enjoyed a light week of work since Daddy was home for 2 days in the middle of the week. Spelling lists are going well, the DVD math program is just the BEST THING EVER, and this week we started the Story of the World series. The boys are begging for more each day.

From the kitchen... not much today so far. I need to go to the store for a few fresh supplies, but mostly we are enjoying the stocking up I've done in recent months.

I am wearing... My uniform for the Gym, but I need to change back into my housework clothes before I start cleaning this house.

I am creating... a clean, organized house. Still going through boxes as Dan finds them in the garage. It's a work in progress, but I'm enjoying going through some old pictures and such.

I am going... Nowhere today except to pick Dan up from work later.

I am reading... not much right now. Hoping to catch up on some blogs, vblogs and recipe sites soon.

I am hoping... that I don't end up sick : )

I am hearing... the end of the movie "UP" that the boys are watching, my crazy broken alarm clock going off AGAIN, since it won't shut off today, and Shadow bounding around outside since he's been cooped up in the house for the most part of 3 days.

Around the house... boxes to unpack, kitchen to clean, meal plans to make, a Living room to tidy and 3 sick boys to tend to. Gonna be a busy day!

One of my favorite things... SNOW DAYS! Even though we don't take off of school for snow, we still enjoy the snow when it comes.

A few plans for this week... School, house keeping, some baking, church if the boys are well enough, the library for some CLASSIC movies and hoping to squeeze in a date with Dan.

A picture thought that I am sharing with you... I haven't made my whole wheat yeast crust pizza for a while. I've been making baking soda crust, I want to get back to my yeast pizza dough. Here I am making some LAST February.

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Blessings,

~K~

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FOR TODAY October 6th, 2010
Outside my window... it is dark and quiet except for an occasional car slipping past
I am thinking... that being a parent is ever so much harder than I anticipated and yet, so rewarding.
I am thankful for... The time I'm spending with the boys while Dan is gone. We've started piling into my room after dinner and a board game. David checks his e-mail and such, Pat serenades us on the keyboard, Derek snuggles in close beside me while I read aloud to them. I think I shall miss that once Dan comes home and turns on the TV again. Maybe we can convince him to join us once in a while ; )
From the learning rooms... Math, math and more math. We are doing little else at this point while we labor to end the never ending school year. I know, it's October and we are still working on last year's math, but it is just the way the year worked out. Both the boys struggled with math this year and it's been slow going. HOWEVER, we can see the end, and we are excited to finish this year and start on next year's things. Schooling year round is wonderful....why didn't we start doing it sooner?
From the kitchen... Oh my, what a day we had in the kitchen! Pat declared it a baking day, I decided that baking counts as practical usage of math principles and we hit that kitchen hard! On my counters are banana and pumpkin bread, caramel apples, brownies, oatmeal bar cookies with chocolate frosting, caramel corn and pumpkin muffins. OH MY WORD {happy dance}} We wrapped up the baking frenzy with BLTs for dinner and then tasted our goodies : ) As for the rest of the week, we are eating simply due to Dan's absence and the kids are happy with easy meals.

• Thursday~ Soup and grilled cheese
  
• Friday~ Veggie tray and munchies for Game Night
  
• Saturday~ Pizza
  
• Sunday~ Pot Roast
  
• Monday~ Not sure yet...probably something really simple like spaghetti, mac and cheese or leftovers

I am wearing... Orange 3/4 sleeve Henley, navy jumper, hair in bun, feet BARE, of course
I am creating... As stable an environment as I can for while Dan is gone. Also, a scrapbook for my Sister-Girl, Karen and a PILE of finished books on my bookshelf headboard : )
I am going... Everywhere and No where...LOL! Tomorrow holds Gymnastics class, TaeKwonDo class, picking up and dropping off Ebone, probably Kohls to check my schedule and maybe the park.
I am reading... Raising Boys and Loving It, and starting the Left Behind Series as well.
I am hoping... that Dan calls. I miss him so much! I have new respect for those 'left behind' when a spouse is away on military duty or long business trips.
I am hearing... Kenny G in the background and a car starting down the road. Near silence is a beautiful thing.
Around the house... Boys are sleeping, heaps of dishes from our baking party wait to be washed, and the night beckons me to rest.
One of my favorite things... BIRTHDAYS! David turned 13 on Sunday...where DOES the time go?? We had a very small celebration as David wants to wait for Dan to return before he has a real party.
A few plans for the rest of the week: The Taxi Mama run tomorrow, Sam's Club on Friday along with GAME NIGHT, working at the gym on Saturday morning, church on Sunday morning and then preparing for a new week.
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...The sun rising on the morning of David's birthday. So pretty!

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Simple Woman's Daybook~ Evening Edition

For Today...September 21, 2010

Outside my window...it is dark and the temp is finally falling into the comfortable range for sleeping. The stars are twinkling brightly around the glowing moon....the frogs are croaking, the birds are quiet and the air is still.

I am thinking...that I really should be in bed, but I just HAD to post a blog today~ LOL : )

I am thankful...that Dan arrived safe and sound in Washington. And that the Lord provided a job at just the right time.

From the learning rooms...math is still being finished up and tomorrow we are enjoying some homeschool gaming fun.

From the kitchen...Stuffed peppers was the star of tonight meal as requested by Dan and Patrick this week. Nothing else stellar coming out of the kitchen this week, just too hectic without another adult in the house to help keep a lid on things.

I am wearing...a navy knit jumper with a teal t-shirt. Bare feet, of course and my hair is in a bun after doing tonight's dinner dishes.

I am creating...this blog post, and then I'm going to create some dreams...hee hee

I am going...nowhere tomorrow, and I'm super happy about that!

I am reading...Psalms, the gospel of John, and "When Breaks the Dawn' by Janette Oke

I am hoping...that Dan enjoys his time in Washington, that I can handle everything while he's away and that he comes home safe and sound.

I am hearing...almost nothing, and it's glorious! I can hear cars passing on the distant freeway, Shadow breathing beside me and the clicking of the keyboard...that's IT

Around the house...the LR is tidy-ish, but I'm discovering more and more each day that in the same way as the mama sets the tone for the family, the kitchen sets the tone for the house. After being without hot water for 4 days, there were dishes piled everywhere and the whole house seemed cluttered and dirty. I washed those dishes and all of a sudden the rest of the house seemed just fine...isn't that strange?

A few plans for the rest of the week...running the Taxi Mama run on Thursday, homeschooling and cleaning each day, Game Night on Friday, the gym on Saturday and church on Sunday, sounds like a good week to me!

One of my favorite things...having a family to share my life. It's goooooooood!

A picture thought I am sharing with you...well, as always....so many choices. Let's see if I can narrow it down to just one...LOL! This is the sunrise from yesterday morning as we were taking Dan to the airport. I just LOVE the way the clouds look like cotton candy!

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FOR TODAY... June 2, 2010
Outside my window... a bird is chirping happily as the sun slowly begins it's ascent into the sky. Forecast calls for a high of 93*, but I'm assuming it will end up warmer than that. The sky is clear and dawn is just on the horizon.
I am thinking... that I really should have gone back to bed when Dan left. I'm so sleepy >_< I am thankful for... coffee with friends, home baked bread, a good book, THE good book, and a family to live, love and learn with.
From the learning rooms... we are taking a break from MFW this week, but still doing homeschool lite...reading, practicing our math facts, and a little copywork
From the kitchen... Pumpkin is thawing for pumpkin bread this morning, bread is soon to be rising on the counter, tea is steeping and here's the menu for the week.

• Monday~Memorial Day BBQ...BBQ ribs, grilled corn on the cob, pasta salad, veggie tray, baked beans, brownies, snowball cake, sweet tea and GOOD friends to share it with : )
  
• Tuesday~Hamburger Helper "crunchy taco" flavor, made by Pat
  
• Wednesday~Breakfast for Dinner...Eggs, biscuits, bacon, sausage, and hash browns
  
• Thursday~Chicken and potatoes on the grill, salad


• Friday~Soup and Sammies


• Saturday~Pizza


• Sunday~Roast Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Salad
  

I am wearing... my jammies...shhh, don't tell!
I am going... to look at houses again today. Anyone have a house they want to rent me so I can quit looking??
I am creating... Packing boxes FILLED with our things (and a LIST to go with all those boxes)
I am reading... Musclehead Revolution, Proverbs and Dr. Suess/Veggie Tales books
I am hoping... that the Lord leads us to our new house soon...we are moving at the end of June whether we have a place to go or not, and I'd really rather not live in a hotel with my 3 boys.
I am hearing... The birds chirping and the fish tank filter. That's IT!
Around the house... it's CLEAN : ) I'm going to take advantage of that today and do as little housework as I can today...LOL!
One of my favorite things... A long weekend filled with friends, laughter, tasty food and sunshine, and plenty of rest to recharge the body and mind
A few plans for the rest of the week: Looking for houses, packing, and homeschool lite
Here is picture for thought I am sharing... This is DT, after WAY too much Memorial Day fun....notice the BBQ on his face, wet hair from playing in the hose and the grumpy expression since I just announced that he needed to go to bed (it was already 2 hours past bedtime) ...LOL! Love his Eyes in this pic, so BLUE!

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For today... May 17th 2010
Outside my window... birds sing, the sun shines warming us to a toasty 89 degrees and the air is heavy with the scent of fresh lilacs. Mmmmmm.....
I am thinking... that too many thought are tumbling around in my head and I need to get them on paper before they disappear altogether.
I am thankful for... boys big enough to be helpers. They are tackling Mt Washmore right now! Hurray : )
I am wearing... same ugly housecleaning outfit as every week. Gonna shower and change before hubby comes home....poor thing has to look at me all evening!
From the kitchen... the counters are full of my hard work this AM. 3 loaves of fresh bread, a loaf of pumpkin for breakfast tomorrow, and a batch of choc chip cookies waiting for snack time.
As for meal plans....I'm only planning 6 meals this week since I always get interrupted at least once...LOL!

• Lasagna with fresh garlic bread and salad
  
• Pork chops with mashed potatoes and green beans
  
• Tuna casserole with salad
  
• Chicken breasts with brown rice and veggie sticks
  
• Tacos with chips and salsa
  
• Pizza

From the learning rooms... this week in MFW, we are travelling to the Middle East and studying about Saudi Arabia. Also learning about being eco-conscious and how we can help the Earth. In Abeka, lots of reading, working on parts of speech, division and fractions, and working on literature guide.
I am creating... sadly, nothing yet this week, but probably some scrapbook pages and some new note cards.
I am reading...Here by my Candle by Liz Higgs Curtis
Pondering these words...
I am remembering...that I should be doing something besides sitting at the computer...LOL! Dishes, here I come!
I am hoping...that I can finally start sticking to my workout routine and drop some weight.
I am hearing..."Beverly Hills Chihuahua" in the background...I think I'll make them turn it off. So sassy! NO LIKEY
I am going...to run errands tomorrow, like the bank, library and the park. I only have to work 2 nights this week, so I will be more awake that usual, and that's always a good thing : )
Around the house...it's pretty tidy (hurray) and the boys are folding laundry while I get the dishes done.
A few plans for the rest of the week...none yet. I haven't made my plans for this week yet. That's ok, isn't it??
One of my favorite things...being home with my boys, even though some days they drive me batty...ha ha ha! That's the glory of being home, I get to experience EVERYTHING with them!
A picture thought I am sharing... another pic from my "only at MY house' file...LOL! 2 Grown men having a tickle fight! Seriously!!

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For today... April 26, my Internet Bestie's birthday....wub you, Jen!

Outside my window... Darkness envelopes the yard after the sun had gone to bed. Stars twinkle brightly in the night sky and a cool breeze rustles the leaves.
I am thankful for... cats that return home after being gone 3 whole months! Welcome back, Harley the 2nd!
I am thinking... that today felt like a Monday...LOL! Wish I could have found that DSi of Derek's...I. Can. Not. Find. Them....booooo!
I am wearing... my pj's. That's OK, since I'm headed to bed, right??
I am creating... chaos out of calm...no wait, that's not right! I better do better tomorrow. : )
I am going... to convince Dan into going to bed since he is sick and sleeping on the couch...silly man!
I am pondering... how boys that are 'too tired' to do their chores or school properly all day can now still be chatting and laughing an HOUR after I sent them to bed. LOL, Boys!
I am reading..."Why Don't Penguins Feet Freeze and 114 Other Questions" "A Bride Most Begrudging" and whatever I pick up next...possibly a "Woman After God's Own Heart" AGAIN...I must be stubborn
From the learning rooms... decimals, proportions, long division, grammar, My Father's World (still in Germany) and getting more library books at the library tomorrow.
From the kitchen... Dinner is over, dishes are soaking in the sink and the pantry and freezer are full of tasty ingredients to make filling meals. Meal plans are as follows:

• Monday~Breakfast for Dinner


• Tuesday~Mac and Cheese with smoked sausage and salad


• Wednesday~ Ham and beans


• Thursday~Baked Ham, stuffing and veggie sticks


• Friday~ Pizza...man, I love my own pizza : )


• Saturday~ Taquitos, Chips and salsa


• Sunday~To be Determined. Seems like each week, something comes up and I end up improving on dinner anyway, so why bother planning it, right??

Around the house... Derek's DSi is missing and I am upset! I've spent most of the day looking for it to no avail and I'm really annoyed. In the process, of course, I ended up making a rather large mess...so tomorrow I'll spend the day putting it BACK together. *sigh* Like I needed more to do, right?? LOL
I am hearing... The Myth Busters shouting excitedly about busting out of jail with some Tums and water...whatever : ) The boys are finally settling down and I'm ready to start the dryer for the last time today before I turn in.
A few plans for the rest of the week... school, school, school. Library, work 4 times, grocery store and possibly the park. Tracy's for paper play day and coffee with Karen and Dolli on Wednesday. It's good to have plans!
One of my favorite things... Blogging...I just LOVE making the jumbled thoughts in my head take shape on paper....err, computer screen. And I love all the wonderful people I've met through my blog. It's a thing of beauty.
A picture thought I am sharing... My backyard at sunset. It's so glorious, I can hardly stand it!!

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For today... Earth Day April 22, 2010 (what are YOU doing to help the planet survive us??)

Outside my window... It is overcast and gloomy with a cool breeze, but since I've been wilting all week with the heat and the HOT breeze, that suits me just fine. : )
I am thankful for... books to read, to share, to learn from and to enjoy. At our house...books are friends.
I am thinking... that while I've enjoyed my day of no lists yesterday, I need to get mine back out and get busy today.
I am wearing... comfy, clean the house and play with the kiddos clothes
I am creating... A warm and cozy place of refuge for my kiddos and hubby...and my friends and extended family as well. I want my home to be a safe haven for those I love.
I am going... nowhere today and I'm pretty excited about that!
I am pondering... how it is that time seems to go by so much faster as we age. Wasn't it just yesterday or last week at most that I met and began to love Dan? How is it that we've been 13.5 years already and have children the ages that they are?? SLOW DOWN WORLD, I want to get off....LOL!
I am reading..."Why Don't Penguins Feet Freeze and 114 Other Questions"
From the learning rooms... for today, life lessons in doing chores without Mama nagging you. Later today, My Father's World...we are currently in Germany, learning about the people that live there and their culture. Guten Tag!
From the kitchen... Bread is rising on the counter, dishes are soaking and counters need wiped yet again. I'm enjoying my frozen coffee drink that I made using Dan's favorite kitchen tool, the Magic Bullet. Meal plans are as follows:

• Monday~BBQ pork (from the crock pot) sammies on fresh french bread.
  
• Tuesday~Chicken and rice casserole...worth every minute of the 3 hours it takes to bake
  
• Wednesday~ Crunchy taco Hamburger Helper, per Dan's request. Also serves with a huge salad...yummy!
  
• Thursday~Sauteed Shrimp, brown rice and steamed green beans
  
• Friday~ Pizza, of course, and we are having a HUGE crowd. I may have to make 10 pizzas
  
• Saturday~ Breakfast for dinner...scrambled eggs with cheese, fresh biscuits, bacon, sausage and OJ. Mmmmm
  
• Sunday~Roast chicken, mashed potatoes, and corn ( I think I posted that one last week, but it got bumped by the pot roast)
  

Around the house... this morning it was a full on disaster, but now after several rounds of chores, it's downright decent. A bit more sweeping to do, some clothes to put away and a touch of dusting...after that, perfection! That will last for exactly 3.2 seconds...ha ha ha
I am hearing... The Gathier Vocal Band filling the air with praise, boys chatting excitedly while playing games together after a morning filled with chores, the dogs nails clicking on the tile, and myself typing away. A few birds are chirping in the background, but not as many as yesterday.
I am hoping... to finish my chores BEFORE Jodi arrives with James for afternoon school, which means I better stop blogging and get busy! I'm also hoping to get dinner on the table in a more timely fashion tonight than yesterday. And to be DONE with everything in time to watch Avatar, which I'm SURE Dan will arrive home with tonight...LOL!
A few plans for the rest of the week... grocery shopping tomorrow morning, HUGE game night tomorrow night, working Saturday morning and finding a new church to visit Sunday morning...and LOST of visiting with Dolli and Ryan anywhere I can squeeze it in.
One of my favorite things... FAMILY. Blood relations, family by marriage, and those we have adopted as family.
A picture thought I am sharing... 3 generations! Ryan, Dolli and Uncle Dan. Make that GREAT UNCLE Dan...love it!!

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Oops, time to punch down the bread and get it in loaf pans...time to go!

Simple Woman's Daybook~ Evening Edition

FOR TODAY... April 13, 2010
Outside my window... the sun is setting as I type this and it's been a glorious day in southern NM. Warm, super sunny, the birds have been cheerfully talking to each other all day and they are saying their good nights now.
I am thinking... that balancing homeschooling, work, family and LIFE is harder than it looks sometimes. Struggling to find BALANCE this week.
I am thankful for...Dan, in all of his radiant glory. That man loves me....why, I don't know! He is always up for a new challenge, being it trying new my new recipes, to fixing everything I manage to break all day, to bringing laughter and joy into our home, where I would fall into a boring routine and never vary from it. Dan is a rock star ; )
From the learning rooms... Struggling, struggling, struggling....it's like I can't recover from spring break or something. Life keeps getting in the way of school. We didn't take an 'OFFICIAL" break, and I'm wondering if that's part of it. We didn't plan to take a break and it just kinda happened while we weren't paying attention...so it doesn't FEEL like we took a break. Does that even make sense?? Ugh...school is getting the best of me this week. We did have a productive day this week and for now, I'll take it! *winks* Off to the library we go tomorrow.
From the kitchen... Dinner still smells good : ) I like the Monday to Sunday list, so I'm going to stick with that format if that's OK : )

• Monday~Tuna casserole (*out of a BOX*) I can hear the horrified gasps right now...LOL!
  
• Tuesday~Baked 'fried' chicken breasts and brown rice with veggie sticks
  
• Wednesday~Soup and Grilled cheese
  
• Thursday~Sauteed Shrimp, Buttered Egg Noodles and green beans
  
• Friday~Pizza
  
• Saturday~Pot Roast in the Crock Pot
  
• Sunday~Roast Chicken, mashed potatoes, cauliflower and rolls

I am wearing... Brown knit capris, a mint green tee and tennies, but it's TIME to take those shoes OFF!
I am creating... a clean, tidy well-maintained house to impress the landlord with when he comes next weekend. And for us to relax in when we actually all get home each day : )
I am going...to the library and work tomorrow, grocery shopping on Friday and working at the gym on Saturday.
I am reading...E-Books that I've downloaded for school use, Galatians, and Learning to Love When Loving Isn't Easy
Pondering these words...Love without truth is hypocrisy, and truth without love is brutality. Hmmmmm.....I may have to change some of my relationships with that one.
I am hoping...that we can come to an agreement with the landlord about buying this house. We are PRAYING about this, too!
I am hearing... Boys chattering to each other as they play, The Princess Bride in the background that NO ONE is watching and the tapping of the keyboard.
Around the house... it's looking good for once...hurray!! I NEED to get the LR swept and mopped after the doggies did their damage last night, but the rest of the house is looking pretty good.
One of my favorite things...A sweet afternoon snuggle with Derek and a pile of books. He's getting old enough that snuggling isn't as welcomed as it used to be. We had such a lovely snuggle today and I enjoyed it immensely.
A few plans for the rest of the week: To rebalance the scales that are my life. Homeschooling, serving my family, serving the Lord in ways outside of my home, cleaning this home, finances...they all need to come into balance. That's my big plan....nothing else takes precedence over that, so nothing else will be a priority until that is settled.
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...Dan tearin' it up last year in the dune buggy. He was so excited to get it going. We bought it after Dan drove by it for month...he walked up, knocked on the door, offered them money and brought it home. Such a scavenger he is...it's one of my favorite qualities about him. : )

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FOR TODAY... April 7, 2010...ALREADY? Wow~
Outside my window... the sun burns bright and warms the Earth. The winds BLOWS since it is spring and I wonder when the wind will settle down. The trees are budding and the birds are chirping cheerfully.
I am thinking... that I probably should be doing something more productive than blogging with my time. Don't tell on me, OK? *winks*
I am thankful for...many things, but at the top of my list right now is that we don't have to move right now...hurray!
From the learning rooms... Letters to loved ones, fractions and decimals, We are in FRANCE for MFW and the boys are reading TONS of good books. School is going well this week and I'm glad after a few weeks where we missed school more often than we worked on it.
From the kitchen... it's time to bake bread, but the kitchen is so nice and shiny, I don't want to make a mess in there...ha ha ha! This week's menu is like so...

• Monday~Easter leftovers, of course
• Tuesday~Chicken tacos from the crock pot
• Wednesday~Mac and cheese with smoked sausage and salad
• Thursday~Fish, Brown rice and cauliflower
• Friday~Pizza
• Saturday~Breakfast for dinner
• Sunday~Roast Chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans and rolls

I am wearing... Brown knit capris, (am I wearing these EVERY week or is that my imagination??) a coral polo and polka dot tennies
I am creating... a clean, clutter free house to please the hubbs and give us a place to relax.
I am going...to work tonight, the library and work tomorrow, grocery shopping on Friday and working at the gym on Saturday. Nowhere else unless Dan decided to take me motorcycle riding on the weekend.
I am reading...Eat Drink and Be From Mississippi, Be Careful What You Pray For, Galatians, and Planned Spontaneity
I am hoping...that we can come to an agreement with the landlord about buying this house. We are PRAYING about this, too!
I am hearing... Game boys with excited boys whispering, the kitty calling, Lauren arriving, and the dryer tumbling.
Around the house... it's looking good for once...hurray!!
One of my favorite things... Dan being silly. It's one of those glorious things that doesn't happen often, but is so worth waiting for : )
A few plans for the rest of the week: Dan and 'Shua are building a kitty tower for Jake, ('Shua and Lauren's cat) I am working a few more nights this week, GAME NIGHT...wheeee! Church hunting again, and some house cleaning projects.
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...(add your picture here)
New kitty!! She got into the catnip or SOMETHING!

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For Today... March 30, 2010
Outside my window... It is sunny and WARM, warm, WARM! High of 84 today with a nice little breeze and almost NO clouds...GLORIOUS!
I am thinking... That everyday should be as nice as today...nothing pressing, just a nice day at home with the kiddos
I am wearing... Lilac tee, brown capris and tennies
From the Learning Rooms... NO morning school as we were cleaning and then a short session this afternoon with Jodi and James. We are currently 'IN' France studying the people and culture.
From the kitchen... Split pea soup is simmering away...and boy does it smell GOOD!! Mmmm! For the rest of the week in no particular order~LOL!

• Beans with bacon, and buttered bread...simple and tasty!
  
• Split pea soup
  
• Breakfast for dinner
  
• White beans and Ham
  
• Mac and Cheese with veggie sticks
  
• Pizza
  
• Easter dinner with friends and family

I am creating... Not much right now except for emergency moving plans if the landlord wants us to move right away. Our lease is up on Thursday, yikes!
I am reading... Eat, Drink and Be From Mississippi, Who Do I Talk To ( a Yada Yada prayer group book) and homeschooling catalogs : )
I am remembering... that my daughter in love is one of my favorite people on the planet...how many people can say that??
I am pondering these words... Song of Solomon 6:5...6, 7:4 "Your hair is like a flock of goats descending from Gilead,. Your teeth are like a flock of sheep coming up from the washing....Your neck is like an ivory tower.....your nose is like the tower of Lebanon." Just wondering...does anyone else ever snicker when they read the Bible?? And when did our perception of beauty change so drastically : )
I am hoping... That no one is offended by my precious answer.
I am hearing... The soup simmering and making the pot lid rattle, the boys chattering to each other, G-Force the movie, and the dryer tumbling.
A few plans for the rest of the week... Wrap up school for the week by Thursday afternoon, craft class on Friday, GAME NIGHT, working 3 nights this week, grocery shopping, Paper play day with Tracy....hopefully NOT moving this weekend : )
Around the house... it's generally tidy, but needs a quick once through before Dan gets home this evening.
One of my favorite things... My Hubby Dan. He's just the best. The end. Period!
From my picture journal... Our science experiment last week....How much weight will egg shells hold up?

Apparently, quite a LOT....40.5 pounds of books! Gives a whole new meaning to walking on eggshells, doesn't it??

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Simple Woman's Daybook~ Evening Edition

For Today... March 15, 2010

Outside my window... it is chilly and has rained and been sunny off and on all day.
I am thinking... that a day of movies and no chores was exactly what we needed after this hectic, crazy busy weekend.
I am thankful for... Dan working again...even if it means he is 5 hours away all week.
I am wearing... Monday 'clean the house' clothes...brown knit capris, a mint green tee and warm socks.
I am remembering.. that for ONCE I remembered the time change...I'm only 36, it's about time!
I am reading... Cassidy. Dan and I have been reading all over in our morning Bible readings, mostly Proverbs, Psalms and James this week. I've also still been pondering my way through Romans...but that has been going more slowly as I read more with Dan. This is still true this week...but I still need to do my reading for today.
I am hoping... that Dan is safe while he is gone this week, and that they will still have work for him next week.
On my mind... MY need for a routine, and a schedule. It's been a topsy turvy few weeks around here and I NEED to get back to my 'normal'...whatever that is. : )
Noticing that... Nothing smells better than fresh bread sitting on the counter. Mmmmm!
Pondering these words...Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety. (Benjamin Franklin) OUCH!!
From the kitchen... Fresh bread, cookie dough and homemade popcorn...yummy! For meal plans...they are as follows;

• Monday~ Chicken Parmesan with Rotini
  
• Tuesday~Tilapia, Rice and Broccoli
  
• Wednesday~Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, and Salad
  
• Thursday~Chicken Breasts, the leftover rotini and more salad
  
• Friday~Pizza...and chips, veggies and dip
  
• Saturday~ Smoked sausage, mac and cheese, salad
  
• Sunday~ To Be Determined...it may just be a 'fend' dinner...whatever we can find : )

From the learning rooms... Back to our regularly scheduled learning. ABeka on M-TH mornings and then My Father's World on T and TH afternoons. No craft class this week so I might make up something myself. A trip to the park to play and do some nature study will be fun if the weather is good.
Around the house... It looks great! The kids and I worked hard this morning and over the weekend to put the house back in order, so it's just the basics...laundry, dishes and cooking.
One of my favorite things... A day that I don't feel bad about doing nothing. Of course, "nothing" has included writing this blog, baking bread, serving 3 meals, doing 4 loads of laundry, wrangling the kids, an hour of super FUN visiting with Kelly and Mom on Skype, reviewing Jodi's new website to check for mistakes and such, a lovely phone conversation with my Sister-Girl Karen, dropping Dan off for his ride at 3AM, and leading the charge in our hour long battle to get the LR put back together this afternoon! LOL...maybe I need a break from my day 'off' : )
From my picture journal.. A lovely sight on the way to SOMEWHERE here in NM...I just LOVE living here, it's like a postcard ALL the time

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For Today... March 8, 2010

Outside my window... it is WINDY...seriously breezy! I went to the mailbox today and I won't need micro-dermabrasion for quite some time now! On the upside, that sandblasting was for free : )
I am thinking... that I am not sure if I care for the Tuesday postings...I like the idea, but not the actuality of the process. I'm going to go back to posting on Monday and trying to catch up with the other post-ers later in the week. I completely missed last week and I feel out of the loop.
I am thankful for... more time spent with family this past week and this coming week as Dan is unemployed. It's been a time of refreshing and blessing...it's all good! We trust God to care for us during this time...and that's growth!
I am wearing... Monday 'clean the house' clothes...brown knit capris, a mint green tee and tennies
I am remembering.. the new church we attended for the first time yesterday. It was a blessing to hear the old hymns sung with fervor and heartfelt joy. What a blessing it was!
I am going... to work this T, W, Th, and Sat...but other than grocery shopping on Fri...hopefully nowhere else. I've already been to the library today and brought home my limit...LOL! I LOVE to read!
I am reading... 50 Dresses That Changed the World, A Quilters Holiday, and Becoming Lucy. Dan and I are reading here and there in our morning Bible readings, mostly Proverbs, Psalms and James this week. I've also still been pondering my way through Romans...but that has been going more slowly as I read more with Dan.
I am hoping... to get this house GOOD AND CLEAN this week as I take extra time each day in one room to get in the corners that never get dusted, straighten the shelves that never get attention and clean out drawers that never get opened...it's time to be paring down once again and we prepare to move (BOO to moving!)
On my mind... Dan's unemployment, the coming move, visitors from Minnesota, and homeschooling changes yet again.
Noticing that... The more things change, the more they stay the same. (Haven't decided if that a good thing or not...LOL)
Pondering these words... A face without freckles is like a night sky with no stars. (A sweet lady at the new church said that to David yesterday....and how I WISH someone had said that to me when I was a child!)
From the kitchen... Fresh bread, cookie dough and homemade popcorn...yummy! For meal plans...they are as follows;

• Monday~Sauteed shrimp, green beans and rice
• Tuesday~Chicken enchiladas and veggie tray
• Wednesday~Pork stir fry
• Thursday~Spaghetti, salad and garlic bread
• Friday~Pizza...and homemade again! I sure missed it last week. (Last week I had to work and since we didn't want to cancel game night, everyone brought a frozen pizza...it worked, but it wasn't that tasty...LOL)
• Saturday~ Smoked sausage, mac and cheese, salad
• Sunday~To be Determined later *Sunday dinners get booted most the time, so I'm just going to wing it this Sunday : ) *

From the learning rooms... Today...TONS of reading! For the rest of the week...back on a regular schedule of the 3 Rs in the morning, MFW 2 afternoons, a community service project one afternoon and Craft class on Friday.
Around the house... Mostly tidy, but some serious organizing needs to be done soon. I'm doing a deep clean one room per day this week, but it helps to start with a basically tidy house. So I'm there...just need to start that project. Hmmmm....maybe I should just start packing instead....
One of my favorite things... A quiet afternoon filled with boys spread all over the house reading classic novels like "Jo's Boys," "Little Men," "The 5 Little Peppers," "Black Stallion," "Around the World in 80 Days" and the like. (And on the carfty homeschooling side, I can tell the boys that when they get done reading some of those books, we can check out the movies from Netflix and see if they followed the storyline. I LOVE it when I can call watching a movie with the kids 'school'!!)
From my picture journal... Another one of my favorite things?? A date night with the handsome-est man I know...my hubby Dan! And, I got a pic before we left!

This post is in response to the call to simplicity by the delightful Miss Peggy over at http://www.thesimplewomansdaybook.blogspot.com/ Come and join us!