Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of Nov 2, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: it's starting to get dark and the sky is gray... daylight savings time is history for another year.

I am thinking: and wondering if it's too early to start pulling out the Christmas decorations now that Halloween is over?

From the learning rooms: I am an heiress to the King of Kings.  I am a Levite, set apart for God.  He has not forgotten me but has said that He is my portion.  He is all I need!

I am thankful for: all of God's amazing blessings, spiritually, physically, materially and on and on and on...

From the kitchen: I'll need to go start supper soon.  It's Manwich night tonight.

I am wearing: jeans, pink-t-shirt and green hoodie

I am reading: my Bible and Francis Chan's book, "Crazy Love".

I am hoping: the week goes slowly because I don't have to work until Friday.

I need: to exercise.

I am creating: make that "I WAS creating"...very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the second! (was knitting like a fiend... but still have to take a break until my back is feeling stronger and then I have to pace myself better)  I'm getting a little anxious as time flies by but my back is starting to feel better so I think if I pace myself I can get back to knitting!

I am hearing: the dull roar of traffic on the street outside - ahhh rush hour in the big city!

Around the house: The living/dining rooms are coming together beautifully as we just found a buffet/hutch to get my china and crystal in their own "home".  No more boxes!  Also found a great coffee table for the living room!

One of my favorite things: Seeing the adorable little ones trick or treating on Halloween in their sweet little costumes.  Not a big fan though of the bigger kids, especially when they are dressed in evil costumes.

A few plans for the rest of the week:reality t.v., chiropractor, some  housework and laundry, work on my final assignment, and ladies' group.  Oooh... and work on Friday.

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

My sister's dog modeling one of his Halloween costumes... 
and rather embarrassed by the whole charade!

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of October 19, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: the sun is beginning it's descent over the horizon and the fall leaves are blowing around the backyard

I am thinking: that I got a lot done today - breakfast with a girlfriend, gardening, shopping... wonder who will make dinner?

From the learning rooms: it is vitally important to my well-being, (emotionally & spiritually), my marriage and my other relationships to spend time with God daily in order to keep the Holy Spirit from being quenched and my "natural woman" in check.

I am thankful for: 15 amazing years, married to the love of my life!

From the kitchen: the groceries are put away and all is quiet... for about another hour.

I am wearing: jeans, white-t-shirt & green hoodie

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and The Nannie Diaries.

I am hoping: the chiropractor can fix what's ailing my back once and for all!

I need: take better care of my back and once it is feeling better, exercise daily!

I am creating: make that "I WAS creating"...very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the second! (was knitting like a fiend... but still have to take a break until my back is feeling stronger and then I have to pace myself better)  I'm getting a little anxious as time flies by & my back is still not co-operating.

I am hearing: silence and it is lovely!

Around the house: More clutter on the dining room table than I would like but it will have to wait until dinnertime... or until I get off this chair.

One of my favorite things: On our anniversary, reminiscing with my hubby about our wedding day and discussing where we need to improve our marriage and affirming what's working well.

A few plans for the rest of the week: reality t.v., chiropractor, planting more bulbs in the garden,  maybe some  housework or laundry, work on my assignment, and ladies' group.

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

Remembering a Beautiful New Beginning!

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of October 5, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: the moon is full and all is quiet

I am thinking: I should be wearing a t-shirt because my long sleeve tee is rather warm tonight

From the learning rooms: that I need to pray when I get those "feelings" that something is going to happen ~ I "felt" that either me or hubby were going to get in a car accident today... and hubby did on the way home from work

I am thankful for: the minimal damage done to the car and most importantly - hubby wasn't hurt!

From the kitchen: homemade "crock pot" beef stew was dinner - fortunately I had made that yesterday before I realized that the bottom element in my stove was broken

I am wearing: red sweats and white long sleeve t-shirt

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and The Beach House by Sally John.

I am hoping: the repairs to the car won't be too much money... and that hubby will be able to get a complimentary rental car when he takes the car in

I need: take better care of my back and start doing more core exercises!

I am creating: very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the second! (was knitting like a fiend... but have to take a break until my back is feeling stronger and then I have to pace myself better)

I am hearing: footsteps in our bedroom above me - hubby is getting ready for bed

Around the house: My nephew has moved back in with us for an extended stay until he figures out where he wants to live after his roommate moved out and left him lease-less.

One of my favorite things: spending time with my niblings - I'm going tomorrow to visit my pregnant niece while she's on bedrest - less than 10 weeks and the triplets could be here!

A few plans for the rest of the week: reality t.v., chiropractor, visiting one niece and dinner with another, maybe some  housework or laundry, work on my assignment, and ladies' group.

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

Loving the New Wheels!

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of September 28, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: I hear the tap tap tapping of raindrops on my window while the fall leaves wave and dance.

I am thinking: Sometimes I love a rainy day, especially in the Fall when I'm all nestled at home with nowhere to go.

From the learning rooms: I have much to learn about loving as Jesus loves... MUCH TO LEARN!

I am thankful for: the provision of my new vehicle that we will take possession of later this week.  I'm also thankful for God's direction.

From the kitchen: dinner is thawing in the sink.  Tonight's menu is roast beef w/ roasted potatoes and carrots.

I am wearing: green sweats and white v-neck t-shirt

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and The Beach House by Sally John.

I am hoping: my back hangs in there until I can get to the chiropractor ~ my neck is stiff.

I need: to get cracking on my next assignment due this week. Only 3 more to go!

I am creating: very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the second! (been knitting like a fiend... but have to take a break until the chiro fixes me up again!)

I am hearing: the gentle whir of my computer.  The rain has stopped briefly so it's silent.

Around the house: As the seasons change outside, we've done a little changing inside and rearranged the living room. 

One of my favorite things: watching the leaves on the trees turn brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow.

A few plans for the rest of the week: reality t.v., small group, picking up the SUV from the dealer,  housework, work on my assignment, and ladies' group.

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

Fall Changes to the Living Room

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of September 21, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: leaves are beginning to fall from the trees in my backyard as Fall makes it's presence known, despite the warmer than average temperature.

I am thinking: it's a drag that the painter showed up to paint the front door just as I was drawing myself a bath this morning. Don't feel comfortable hopping in while a stranger is in my house.

From the learning rooms: plotting a novel is hard, hard work. My hat's off to writers everywhere! In the words of Wayne & Garth (Wayne's World) - I'm not worthy... I'm not worthy!

I am thankful for: God's direction as hubby and I wrestle with the decision of investing in a new car.

From the kitchen: the kettle has boiled and it's time to make my favorite morning tea, breakfast has been eaten and chicken is thawing for dinner tonight.

I am wearing: blue "Bear Butt" shorts, white t-shirt and green hoodie.

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and The Beach House by Sally John.

I am hoping: for clarity as we decide in the next day or so over the SUV or sedan.

I need: to get cracking on my next assignment again. Only 3 more to go!

I am creating: very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the second! (been knitting like a fiend!)

I am hearing: Steven Curtis Chapman on my stereo and the swoosh, swoosh of the painter's brush at my front door.

Around the house: two more loads of laundry waiting in the laundry room, the floors still need a good sweep but the bathrooms are done... well 2 of 3 so far. First week back to health and trying to finish my last (and late) assignment has put housework a little behind.

One of my favorite things: good reality t.v. like Survivor, Amazing Race and DWTS - yay Fall!

A few plans for the rest of the week: first small group of the season, buying a car, lunch with my niece, ladies' group kick off, housework, work on my assignment, and knit.

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

Welcome Fall!

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of September 14, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: it's rather gray, although the temperature seems rather good for this time of year. The leaves are beginning to turn on some of the trees at the end of our street which means Fall is around the corner.

I am thinking: I wish I felt better ~ fighting some kind of sinus infection/allergies/cold?... something and I feel very worn and weak today.

From the learning rooms: inter-dependence in community is much better than independence and being all alone.

I am thankful for: answered prayers so far in keeping my niece and her triplets safe during her pregnancy... she's already half-way there!

From the kitchen: the kettle has boiled and it's time to make my favorite morning tea and some breakfast.

I am wearing: blue track pants, pink t-shirt and green hoodie... and socks.

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and The Beach House by Sally John.

I am hoping: my energy returns soon and I'm feeling better ~ I have SO much to do both inside and outside the house.

I need: to get cracking on my next assignment again. Only 4 more to go!

I am creating: very special baby items for 3 very special babies on the way. I'm almost done the first! (been knitting like a fiend!)

I am hearing: nothing but the clock ticking on the kitchen wall and the low hum of traffic beyond the fence and police station in my back yard.

Around the house: the floors need a good sweep and the bathrooms need a once over but it will have to wait at least one more day until I'm feeling better.

One of my favorite things: getting hugs from my hubby when I'm feeling sick. My mom used to hug me all the time when I was sick and now I make hubby. It helps me feel better!

A few plans for the rest of the week: book club starts back up tomorrow night, housecleaning, and hopefully going to sign papers at the bank for financing for a replacement vehicle for hubby's old one!

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

My niece "S" and I at Ribfest

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Simple Woman's Daybook ~ Week of September 7, 2009

For Today:

Outside my window: the leaves are gently waving in the late-summer morning's breeze. The sun is shining through a sheer filter of clouds, and all is peaceful in my backyard.

I am thinking: that with the calendar change to September, comes a new school year for many and a refocus of the year's goals, hopes and dreams for me.

From the learning rooms: I want to be more like the Good Samaritan than the priest and Levite that were too busy or too fearful to help a wounded soul in need (see Sept 6 2009 post in my regular blog for more on this)

I am thankful for: God's incredible blessings to me and for giving hubby and I such a wonderful vacation in Myrtle Beach last month!

From the kitchen: I have made my cup of tea, Vanilla black tea as usual, and enjoyed a delicious fresh peach for a breakfast "appetizer" while I finished my latest read.

I am wearing: white tank top and my "Bear Butt" boxers from Boyd's Bear Country.

I am reading: my Bible, my new bible study "Me, Myself and Lies", and not sure which of the novels in my large stack purchased on vacation I'll dig into next.

I am hoping: the rain holds off today because we have some delicious ribs and pulled pork to enjoy at Ribfest today!

I need: to get cracking on my next assignment ~ only 4 more to go and I'm done my course... I can't believe it!!

I am creating: well... I'm not creating... but I NEED to start creating baby sweaters for my niece's triplets that are due this Fall. You can read about them at their Daddy's blog, Quickly Outnumbered, but if you go there, please pray for the health of both their Mommy, my niece and for them! We're holding out for a miracle from God!

I am hearing: inspiring worship music: At this exact moment, "Cry Out to Jesus" by Third Day.

Around the house: a little clutter on the dining room table, the sound of my hubby upstairs on this holiday Labor Day, and worship music lifting my spirit in the living room while I blog.

One of my favorite things: spending time with family, like today at Ribfest!

A few plans for the rest of the week: RibFest but you know about that already, chiropractor Tuesday morning, lunch with my Mother-in-law Wednesday, working on my assignment, laundry, housework, and whatever else God brings across my path!

Here is a picture thought to share with you:

Remembering one of the highlights of Summer Vacation 2009

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