FOR TODAY ... May 26th, 2009

Outside my window... it is overcast & mild temps 60's - 70's for today. We are having a wet spring ()not to hot, I am thankful we haven't needed to turn on the AC yet this year. Most days we have the windows open and use fans to enhance the breeze. nice

I am thinking... how peaceful and quite the house is this morning, C is still asleep.

I am thankful for... How the Lord has taken care of us this month, money has been tighter than normal ( and normal is tight) I really was worried how I'd get all the bills paid this month, God has been good and once again things are working out even though on paper it looks impossible. Praise Him. He has always taken such good care of us and I love him so.

From the learning rooms... Caden is home with me today, we are learning about day 6 in creation science, the beast of the earth. In history our lesson comes from the growing up where Jesus lived storybook. Phonics reading is from one fish two fish by Dr Seuss, copywork lesson for handwriting, and in math we are working on counting by 2's & 5's using pennies and nickles.

From the kitchen... this weeks menu..

hamburger & mushroom pizza, salad

stew with crusty bread

magnificent pasta w/ veggie

cowboy beans, roll, veggies

chicken & rice

chicken mac/ salad

(out of town sunday- tuesday)

I am wearing... one of hubby's shirts, pj bottoms

I am creating... a rag rug for my master bath (can't wait to see it completed)

I am going... to town this afternoon (to the bank and to get a few grocery items)

I am reading... the evolution of a creationist ( very good book )

I am hoping... to get my housework done today

I am hearing... C getting up and giving Z the third degree about why he is still here and not at school today

Around the house... the garden is really loving all the mild wet weather, several tomato plants have blooms on them.

One of my favorite things... The wonderful creatures designed by God, such as this tiny hummingbird which, by the way, is one of many animals that defy evolution.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Getting VBS craft supplies ready, a trip to Branson for hubby and me :), starting college summer courses on June 2nd.

Here is picture thought I am sharing...

I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. Genesis 9: 13

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FOR TODAY Monday March 9th, 2009

Outside my window... a nice warm night, today was warm in the 60's sunny. felt like spring.

I am thinking... about gardens, seed starting and spring

I am thankful for... my job & the chance to attend college.

From the learning rooms... I took 2 tests today, (so far my grades are A+) I have a BIG test coming up next Monday

From the kitchen... tonight we had hamburgers, I will post menus for the week tomorrow

I am wearing... jeans, pull over, tennis shoes

I am creating... a small chicken coop for keeping 4-6 hens on pasture here for eggs

I am going... to go to bed soon (I am still tired from the time change)

I am reading...barnyard in your backyard, hobby farms

I am hoping... to get to Walgreen's tomorrow to get some freebies

I am hearing... the TV hubby is watching a law & order type show

Around the house... paw pa is coming out this week to break up our garden spot

One of my favorite things... looking forward to spring break

A few plans for the rest of the week: Autumn gets to come home for the weekend this Friday, and our baby turns 6yrs on Friday. We plan on having a party and going out to chucky cheese's this weekend

Here is picture thought I am sharing... I will post later

FOR TODAY... March 2nd

Outside my window... It is windy and bitter cold (around 30 degrees) It looked warm with the sun shine today but it was deceiving.

I am thinking... of spring time, I have been itching to get my garden seeds started over the next 2 weeks.

I am thankful for... my husbands help with the dishes tonight.

From the learning rooms... both my boys are in public school at the moment, dd is attending school at the RTC she is at, I am in the middle of the semester up to my eyeballs in human anatomy and growth, development and labs.. I miss homeschooling.

From the kitchen...

tonight we had chicken & dressing, green beans, carrots, salad and peach cobbler.

Tuesday - pork chops, rice, salad

Wednesday - tacos, rice, beans

Thursday - pork BBQ sandwiches, slaw, baked beans

Friday - roast with veggies, rolls

Saturday - hamburgers, home fries

Sunday - veggie/ beef soup, cornbread

breakfasts will be sausage & biscuits, cereal, pancakes, yogurt w/ granola

lunches are sandwich, leftovers, pasta salad, or the like.

I am wearing... jeans, light wt. pull over, socks

I am creating... A jumper, I bought fabric and pattern today to try a simple jumper, I am trying to teach myself to sew modest simple dresses.

I am going... to clean house tomorrow, I am getting the spring cleaning bug

I am reading... my Bible, my textbooks, and the harvest homestead newsletter

I am hoping... for warm weather to arrive soon

I am hearing... the bachelor on TV in the other room

Around the house... Z got a new dirt bike today, soon hubby & the boys will be spending Saturdays riding at the track

One of my favorite things... working to finish projects on the house, I still have to pick knobs for the cabinets, finish putting shelves in the closets, ect... I love doing projects on the house, I still feel so amazed to have our new house ( even though we have been here 9 mts) it still feels brand new to me.

A few plans for the rest of the week: study my A&P ( I have slacked off on my studies and I must get back to the books..)

Here is picture thought I am sharing...

FOR TODAY... FEBRUARY 11TH

Outside My Window...drizzle, rain, maybe some t-storms today. Lots of mud in the yard & drive.
I am thinking...about seeing dd at court tomorrow, looking forward to the visit. She is doing ok, I am hopeful for seeing a positive change in her.
I am thankful for... my aunt (AJ) is going to be ok. 2 weeks ago she was in a car wreck and suffered severe head trauma, among other injuries. GOD has shown mercy and PRAISE HIM she is going to be ok. She will remain the sweet lady we all know and love. (So often this is not the case with head trauma). All indications point to a complete recovery!! My family is so thankful to still have her with us.
From the learning rooms...Caden will start kindergarten class this next week. I am sad that I won't be homeschooling for a little while. I truly feel this is best for now, while I finish my nursing degree. I am so blessed to have a tiny local school & to know that the teachers are wonderful christian ladies. Caden is reading CVC words and most blends, adds & subtracts, we are planning a trip to our state capital next week. science is about the oceans, land & plants (day 3 creation)

From the kitchen...we had sausage, eggs, toast this morning. tonight is meatballs, mashed taters and veggie. (we are all tired of chicken)
I am wearing...gray cotton pant, green top, bare feet

I am creating...3-5 index cards for each of the homeostatic imbalances in my A&P book.
I am going...to clean house today
I am reading...textbooks!!
I am hoping...to get my house clean and in order today, then I need to work on my truck (its a mess)
I am hearing...Caden play on the piano (bang on it really)
Around the house...I have to get the stairs rails stained this week.
One of my favorite things...a rainy day to stay home and relax.... :)
A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: study, visit with Autumn, take Caden to the valentines party at school
Here is picture thought I am sharing..

. samples of leaves Caden collected from the yard during science.

FOR TODAY - January 19th, 2009


Outside my window... The sun is shining, temp. today lower 40's


I am thinking... About spring, new beginnings, new plants, being outdoors in the sunshine.


I am thankful for.. My job, nursing is a stable profession in this uncertain market.


From the learning rooms... Today Caden is working in his skills book & phonics work. Tomorrow is field trip day. Wednesday is reading, writing, & math. Thursday's we do science & reading. Friday is history, phonics, math
My classes are Monday and Wednesdays AM.


From the kitchen... My menu for the weeknight dinners this week is.......
Monday - hamburger steaks, creamy onion bake (new recipe) green beans
Tuesday - spaghetti, salad, Texas toast
Wednesday - eating out
Thursday - veggie stir fry, fried rice
Friday - creamy chicken helper, veggie, roll
Saturday - pork chops, taters, gravy, veggie
Sunday - soup, cornbread
Breakfasts vary - things like cream of wheat, cold cereals, oatmeal, eggs, biscuits & sausage, french toast.
Lunches - simple things like soup & grilled cheese, PB&J with fruit, sloppy Joe's, or leftovers from night before.


I am wearing... my sleep shirt, yes I have my coffee and blog in the morning in my pjs :)


I am creating... This blog, which I hope will keep a record of my life. One day maybe may grown children will be reading this.


I am going... to clean house today, then take and post pics of our new home.


I am reading... blogs about fugal living, my Bible, My textbooks


I am hoping... My daughter will begin to understand her emotions and behaviors, and how they effect her life and others


I am hearing... Caden play star wars, dd sorting through pics sitting on my bed. ( I think she is waiting on me to get off the computer hoping I'll let her on line a bit)


Around the house... Finally got my Christmas stuff put away ( I don't get in a hurry on this )


One of my favorite things... Coupon clipping, I am saving lots of $$ and really having fun.


A few plans for the rest of the week: dd has therapy tomorrow, Wednesday we take her to RTC it will be a hard day for us.


Here is picture thought I am sharing... I will post pics in a later post, I am going to be posting photos of the house and of my walgreens trip.


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For today ... December 15th

Outside my window... It is sleeting and freezing rain

I am thinking...about going to bed , I am tired.

I am thankful for...the Christmas season, time spent with family

From the learning rooms...the older kids were out of school today, Caden took the day off also to play with Z outside in the ice.

From the kitchen...we just finished having breakfast for supper (eggs, hash browns, B&G, juice)

I am wearing...shirt, pull over top and wool socks ( it's cold )

I am creating...lists of needed things to take to Branson next week for our mini vacation.

I am going...to take a hot bath

I am reading...other blogs on coupon clipping

I am hoping...that the boys won't fight and pick at each other ALL day tomorrow.

I am hearing...wheel of fortune from the living room

Around the house.. master bedroom is a mess and must get cleaned up tomorrow

One of my favorite things...how things just seem to slow down and settle down with winter weather. I like the feeling of just having nowhere to go or nothing to do for a couple days

A few plans for the rest of the week: type and send family Christmas newsletter.

Here is picture thought I am sharing...this is a close up of an ornament on our tree, it was bought soon after my husband was saved and gave his life to Christ. It represents our new life as a christian family. It is a lion beside a lamb.

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FOR TODAY December 3rd...

Outside my window... it is cold and gray, I can see the icicle lights hanging from the porch roof.

I am thinking... About what is best for our rebellious destructive daughter.

I am thankful for... a break form college classes, being able to spend more time at home.

From the learning rooms... Caden just started his new science ( the world God made), history

(the American people and nations) and math (liberty math K). Caden is learning to add, he is doing very good work.

From the kitchen... Caden is asking for cereal (honey nut cheerios), I am just having coffee.

I am wearing... my striped shirt.

I am creating... menu plan for the next 2 weeks, final Christmas shopping list.

I am going... to town later, to take dd to therapy and buy groceries

I am reading... fruit of the spirit

I am hoping...to make the best decision regarding dd.

I am hearing... Caden being silly and loud.

Around the house... I need to pick up and do laundry today.

One of my favorite things... my morning coffee with lots of sugar and half & half, yummy.

A few plans for the rest of the week: work on final question for A&P, complete Christmas shopping, attend church service tonight.

Here is picture thought I am sharing...my camera is broken, no pic today.

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