Book Give-Away
Announcing a book give-away being hosted by Georgetta(who has a very lovely blog). You can go to here: Weak Weary Mom to enter, but hurry, the deadline is tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at 5pm Pacific time.
Sep. 5, 2008
Announcing a book give-away being hosted by Georgetta(who has a very lovely blog). You can go to here: Weak Weary Mom to enter, but hurry, the deadline is tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at 5pm Pacific time.
Sep. 5, 2008
We Have Trees!!
This is something I've been waiting a long time to share.
We had 80 cedar trees planted on our property this week!
I have been waiting for a year for this!
We only had a chain link fence running down the side of our yard and it didn't provide any privacy.
I need something green to look at, it refreshes me somehow.
These trees will be green all year round!
So here are the before pictures:
measuring where they were going to go...
getting the area ready....
looking down the side of our house...
And here are the after pictures:
Ta-da! My wall of green!
looking down the side of our house towards the street...
and the front yard...
Well, thanks for stopping by to see my lovely trees, this is only half of the pictures. I went a bit camera happy that day!
For more Show & Tell visit Canadagirl.
( I know I'm not first on the Show & Tell list this week, it's been a crazy couple of days around here and plus we had internet problems today, but here I am!)
Sep. 4, 2008
Our Routine
This year I have created a much looser schedule than last year. I think, realistically, it will work better for us.
This is the daily schedule that I have made for the kids:
8-8:30 get up, get dressed, eat breakfast
8:30-9:30 tidy bedroom, pick up laundry, make bed, kitchen helper(they take turns), daily chore(different every day),
9:30-10 Bible reading with me, work on Bible notebook
10-12 School time: this includes individual scheduled activities, my older two will be free to choose which subject they work on as long as the assignment is done by the end of the week. I will also schedule our History , Geography and Art for certain days, but I'm still working this out.
12-1 Lunch, clean-up, fold laundry
1-1:30 Quiet reading time(this is where they read on their own, I sometimes read to the little ones or put on a little movie and go take a nap!!)
1:30-2 Read aloud with me, this is where we would read a novel together,
2-3 School time, again this is free time to do school work, unless I have a nature walk etc. planned.
3 and on dinner prep, housework, bake etc(this would be free play time unless the kids are involved in something that I'm doing)
8:30-9:30 tidy bedroom, pick up laundry, make bed, kitchen helper(they take turns), daily chore(different every day),
9:30-10 Bible reading with me, work on Bible notebook
10-12 School time: this includes individual scheduled activities, my older two will be free to choose which subject they work on as long as the assignment is done by the end of the week. I will also schedule our History , Geography and Art for certain days, but I'm still working this out.
12-1 Lunch, clean-up, fold laundry
1-1:30 Quiet reading time(this is where they read on their own, I sometimes read to the little ones or put on a little movie and go take a nap!!)
1:30-2 Read aloud with me, this is where we would read a novel together,
2-3 School time, again this is free time to do school work, unless I have a nature walk etc. planned.
3 and on dinner prep, housework, bake etc(this would be free play time unless the kids are involved in something that I'm doing)
That is the main framework of our day and I am sure we will have lots of little breaks. If the kids finish their work and there is still 'school time' left, then I have plenty of educational activities that they can choose to do during those times.
I am trying to plan a preschool activity bag swap, so that I can have some special things for my little ones to do. Right now I let them pick something that they can play with while I'm busy with school. It usually works. My 4yr old is now wanting to learn his letters and so he likes to be up at the table with us.
I also have a baby coming in about 4 weeks, so I know that it will be chaotic for a while, but at least the kids will have something to follow. I can direct things from the couch!
I am trying to plan a preschool activity bag swap, so that I can have some special things for my little ones to do. Right now I let them pick something that they can play with while I'm busy with school. It usually works. My 4yr old is now wanting to learn his letters and so he likes to be up at the table with us.
I also have a baby coming in about 4 weeks, so I know that it will be chaotic for a while, but at least the kids will have something to follow. I can direct things from the couch!
Sep. 2, 2008
Back to the Books!
Just a quick note to all who stop by here,
My blogging may slow down in the next little while.
We are officially 'back to the books', although it is going to take us all week to get routines going!
My baby is due in 4 weeks and I go to the doctor weekly now.
I'm in that 'getting ready' mode and we're still organizing bedrooms and finishing organizing the school corner.
So, my computer time may be a bit limited, like today, which was nil, until now.
But I couldn't post without a picture and so here are a couple of quotes I liked that I found while browsing Allposters(I found them a while ago, too busy to browse today!).
My blogging may slow down in the next little while.
We are officially 'back to the books', although it is going to take us all week to get routines going!
My baby is due in 4 weeks and I go to the doctor weekly now.
I'm in that 'getting ready' mode and we're still organizing bedrooms and finishing organizing the school corner.
So, my computer time may be a bit limited, like today, which was nil, until now.
But I couldn't post without a picture and so here are a couple of quotes I liked that I found while browsing Allposters(I found them a while ago, too busy to browse today!).
Great Quotes From Great Thinkers - Carlos Castaneda
You're Right - Henry Ford
Sep. 1, 2008
Today's Daybook
Outside My Window...cloudy, patches of blue sky, the sun is peeking out, everything is damp from last night's rain and leftover balloons are blowing in the breeze.
I am thinking...about my week, about the next 4 weeks and all that I need to do,
I am thankful for...my children's health,
From the learning room...school begins this week, new books hold excitement, some are eager, some aren't!
From the learning room...school begins this week, new books hold excitement, some are eager, some aren't!
From the kitchen...leftovers from yesterday's birthday party,
I am wearing...maternity jeans, red maternity T-shirt(was I wearing the same thing last week? Oh well, when you're pregnant, your choices are limited!)
I am creating...the last organizing touches on our 'school corner', lesson plans
I am going...out to get a few groceries...maybe,
I am reading...North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell
I am hoping...that my baby moves around a bit and takes the pressure off my lower back!
I am hearing...my little ones(age 4&2) playing pretend behind me, I think they're 'going camping', I love to listen to them play together!
Around the house...remnants of my 2yr old's birthday yesterday need to be tidied up, laundry needs folding,
One of my favorite things...holding a newborn!
A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: start school, Dr's appointment, still need to get my dd's ballet gear, dig out the box of newborn baby clothes, homechool support group leader's meeting, and maybe a date with Hubby next weekend...we need one!
Here is picture thought I am sharing...
The ladybug cake and her fleet of babies that I made for Magpie's birthday.
I had a hard time cutting the cake...it was so cute, that I had become attached to it!
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(For some reason, when I add links they haven't been working. I'll try and figure out why.)
Aug. 29, 2008
Show & Tell
Well, I was up waaay to late last night completing my curriculum post below. In my absentmindedness, I completely forgot to say what we were using for Bible.
Another reason I probably forgot, is because I don't use a curriculum for Bible. We just read it!!
A couple of years ago, a mom at our support group shared that they read a chapter of the Bible every day. Also, after reading many books on the Charlotte Mason method, the same idea was encouraged. That idea being just to read the Bible, as is! Not to try and 'simplify' it for young ones. But to let them come in contact with the 'real words' of their King.
(As I type this, I think it sounds like something from one of Susan Schaeffer MaCaulay's books.)
Anyhow, we are in the book of Numbers in our read through the Bible. Now although I don't read it every day, I do read it at the beginning of every school day.
Last year I found it getting a little tedious, the listing of all the tribes, where they should camp, how they should sacrifice a bull etc.
I can see the big picture, but honestly, I know my kids were a little bored.
I ordered a really neat book from Sonlight that I hope will help them in their understanding of Biblical events.
It is full of reproducible charts, timelines, maps, etc. that they can use as part of their Bible learning.
They will each have a Bible notebook this year, that they can put things in to help them remember what they've heard.
Whether it's a freehand drawing or something from this book, I hope it helps.
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Aug. 27, 2008
Homeschool Memoirs
I'm taking part in this new meme this week as I was going to share our curriculum plans anyhow.
One thing I am going to change a little bit this year is how I schedule.
Last year I think I put too much emphasis on a schedule and I want to allow more time for 'delight-directed' learning this year.
I have been reading Robin Sampson's book The Heart of Wisdom over the Summer and I love her definition of delight directed learning.
I used to think it was just letting the child pick what they wanted to do and when. Now I've realized that I can still pick the topics, but let them choose how they will do the learning; drawing a picture, writing a story, researching it etc. It will be a different style for each age and interest.
Having said that, we will still have our daily routine to follow, but I'm going to divide the day into blocks of time. They must be doing school-related activities during these times(like from 10-12am and 1-3pm). They will have a weekly list of all the work they need to accomplish in that week and I'll be checking it on Fridays. They can choose, for the most part, what subject they do and when. Some things will require my input and those subjects we will do all together.
When I say 'they', I am mostly referring to my oldest two, who are 11 and 9 yrs old. My 7 yr old is not reading independently yet and so I'll need to direct him more.
I'm also expecting my 6th baby(in 5 weeks!!) and so I know that things are going to get a little crazy for a while. That's why I need to turn some of the responsibility over to them.
I also plan to spend more time reading to my 2yr old and 4yr old. I can do this when I'm br*astfeeding. We do a lot of read alouds already, but I need choose things that will interest the 'little ones'.
Wow, this seems like it will be a lengthy post. I hope you stay with me!!
I'll move on to our curriculum.
Math: We made a switch last year, from Math-U-See to a Canadian curriculum called JUMP Math. I made the switch because it makes things even more simplified, which my dd needed.
Language Arts: I use a few different things here. I like Explode the Code, but my oldest is now done with it. I also use Wordly Wise and Language Power. This year we're going to use a book called Story Starters by Karen Andreola. It just came today and so I've barely had a chance to look at it! My dd is keen on writing and I hope it inspires my son. He has a great imagination, but hates to hold a pencil!!
I have also purchased Phonics Pathways to use with my 7yr old and his reading.
Spelling: I started using Sequential Spelling last year and really like it. It's very visual and we will continue with it.
Penmanship: I have been using A Reason For Handwriting and it has worked well for us. This year though, I've purchased a series of copywork books by Sandi Queen.
I hope it inspires their intellect.
Also, I'm actually looking for a calligraphy book for my dd. I looked at the Getty Dubay one(Italic Letters) and it seemed to busy. So, if you can recommend a calligraphy book, that would be great!!
Science: My two older children will be doing Science 5 from Sonlight. It covers mostly the human body, something we haven't done much of yet.
I think I'll let my 7yr old piggy-back on what they're doing.
History: We have been using Story of the World Vol.2 by Susan Wise Bauer and we will continue with it. The kids really like it!
Geography: We started using A Child's Geography by Anne Voskamp last year and I absolutely loved it!! We didn't quite finish, and so we will continue with it.
Then, I want to do a unit study on Africa.
Fine Arts: Again, I started using Artistic Pursuits last year and will continue with it. It's a great art curriculum.
I want to study more composers this year. We've done it in the past, but last year it was lacking.
Second Language: I'm still figuring out what we're doing here! My kids all seem interested in different languages!!
One thing we are starting that is new this year is Latin, using Latina Christiana.
Phew! I'm exhausted just typing all of this out! I'm kind of excited, but also wondering how we are going to make it through it all!!
One significant verse that has come to me this Summer is:
"Even the sparrow has found a home,
and the swallow a nest for herself,
where she may have her young-
a place near your altar,
O Lord Almighty, my King and my God."
Psalm 84:3
I need to be in constant prayer over the choices I make in homeschooling our children. God knows what is best for my kids!!
Happy Homeschooling!
Aug. 25, 2008
Today's Daybook
Outside My Window...it is gray and cloudy, but the sun is beginning to peak through,
I am thinking...about everything that needs to happen this week!
I am thankful for...my Hubby who knows how to do just about anything around the house! With all of the work that had to get done(and still more to do!) over the weekend in our laundry room, I'm so glad that we didn't have to hire anybody. We'd still be waiting to get it done!
From the kitchen...kitchen!? I'm still in the laundry room!
I am wearing...maternity jeans, navy blue maternity T-shirt,
I am creating...order, order, order, I feel like I'm always trying to keep things in order. Sometimes it's like banging my head against a brick wall!
I am going...to a homeschooler's park day, if it doesn't get washed out by the rain!
I am reading...North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell, I reserved it at the library and didn't even bother to finish Sanditon first. I just had to start it right away!
I am hoping...to get the house in some semblance of order before my dd's birthday party this weekend! She'll be 2!!
I am hearing...my kids having breakfast in the kitchen, they're discussing their dreams,
Around the house...things are in disarray from our mini renovation,
One of my favorite things...baby feet!! I just can't resist them!
A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: this will be a busy one! the kids wrap up their swimming lessons, I have a Dr's appointment, get ready for dd's birthday this weekend(buy present, food, make cake, decorate etc.), finish school planning, buy dd(11 yrs) new ballet things, go to the library,
Here is picture thought I am sharing...
Rydal Mount, Home of the Poet William Wordsworth, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria, England, UK
The home of William Wordsworth,
I'd write poetry too if I lived there!!
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Aug. 24, 2008
The Dryer Saga Continues
It looks like I'll be getting a renovated laundry room sooner than I expected!
Although, it won't be completed all that soon. We'll have to do what we can afford, as we can afford it.
When Hubby went to install the new washer & dryer, he found rotten floor. So that needed to be ripped up and replaced.
We can't afford new linoleum right now, and so the sub floor he put down is temporary.
(Yucky old floor being ripped up!)
Then he discovered that because of the plumbing arrangement, we had to install a sink for drainage. Currently, the washer drains into the sink and eventually he'll change that around. We had a sink, waiting in the wings, so to speak, but when he went to install that, it wouldn't fit!
You see the back door opens into the laundry room and had just a hair's clearance before it would hit the dryer. If the dryer door was open, the back door would hit it and easily break it.
So, we decided to stack the washer and dryer, which meant that Hubby had to rip out some shelving(something we thought we'd do down the road). In doing that he found that all the screws had been stripped, which didn't make it very easy!
(New washer and dryer with shelves about to be ripped out!)
In stacking the washer and dryer, I hope to create a coat rack and shoe storage area. We will also replace the shelving he knocked out, with a couple of cabinets.
These are the things that may not happen right away.
This weekend has turned out completely different than expected!
Oh the joys of being homeowners!!
Although, it won't be completed all that soon. We'll have to do what we can afford, as we can afford it.
When Hubby went to install the new washer & dryer, he found rotten floor. So that needed to be ripped up and replaced.
We can't afford new linoleum right now, and so the sub floor he put down is temporary.
(Yucky old floor being ripped up!)
Then he discovered that because of the plumbing arrangement, we had to install a sink for drainage. Currently, the washer drains into the sink and eventually he'll change that around. We had a sink, waiting in the wings, so to speak, but when he went to install that, it wouldn't fit!
You see the back door opens into the laundry room and had just a hair's clearance before it would hit the dryer. If the dryer door was open, the back door would hit it and easily break it.
So, we decided to stack the washer and dryer, which meant that Hubby had to rip out some shelving(something we thought we'd do down the road). In doing that he found that all the screws had been stripped, which didn't make it very easy!
(New washer and dryer with shelves about to be ripped out!)
In stacking the washer and dryer, I hope to create a coat rack and shoe storage area. We will also replace the shelving he knocked out, with a couple of cabinets.
These are the things that may not happen right away.
This weekend has turned out completely different than expected!
Oh the joys of being homeowners!!
Aug. 23, 2008
Music!!
Piano Keys (3/4)
I have a new little treat that I've just recently added to my blog:
Music!!
You see, our old computer had no sound. Somehow in our move last year, something got jiggled and the sound never worked again.
Anyhow, I've been wanting to add music to my blog for ages, but I wanted to hear how it would all sound together before adding it.
Our new computer has wonderful sound and so I've added a playlist.
Unfortunately, it's way down at the bottom of my blog because it was too big to fit my sidebar.
Music is a big part of my spiritual life. God has used songs to speak to me so many times.
I've picked a few of them for my list, honestly, it could've been one very long list!
I hope you enjoy my choices and are able to worship through them.
Blessings!
Aug. 22, 2008
Show & Tell
Sometimes in life, it seems that everything happens at once.
That seems to be my present sentiment.
Last week our computer died, thankfully my parents donated to our cause and we were able to get a new one.
This week after a hard downpour of rain, I discovered a leak in my dd's bedroom. Hubby figures we'll make it through the winter, but we'll need a new roof next year!
Then, yesterday our dryer died!
I knew it was going and have been drying outside all summer anyhow, but with the rain this week, that wasn't possible.
Well, new appliances weren't necessarily in our budget, but in our climate, I can't live without a dryer!!
As much as I've romanticized those pioneer days, I'm not cut out to do our laundry all by hand!!
The washer still worked, but it was old and Hubby didn't want to keep fixing them.
Needless to say, we now have a new washer and dryer!!
I'm actually kind of excited about it!
They will hold more laundry, use less water, energy and detergent(which I can mail away to get free for a year!!).
What's not to like about that!?
So, my new 'maids' are not installed yet, that will probably hapen this weekend, but here is the washer:
Aug. 20, 2008
My Six Quirks
Girl Power IV
I only have six quirky things about me, or so my title for this entry suggests.
I have been tagged by mamasmurf
to reveal six quirky things about me.
I'm going to add a little twist to this tag(the idea from a post by Canadagirl)
and let my family members share what they think is quirky about me.
I'm not sure why I'm doing this, I'm a little nervous...
Here it goes...
1."She likes to eat cereal." Chickadee, 11yrs old (I do actually like cold cereal. I only buy the sugary ones once in a while as a treat for the kids, but if it wasn't for them, I'd have to admit that I'd buy it to snack on. I do have a bowl as a bedtime snack once in a while.)
2."She likes to go on the computer." Raven, 9yrs old (If you were to ask him, I'm always on the computer when he wants a turn!)
3."She is mostly heard saying 'Do unto others as you would have them do unto you'." Chickadee, 11yrs old (Unfortunately, that is often said in rebuke!)
4."She likes to draw numbers with a pen." Skylark, 4yrs old (I'm thinking that this is in reference to the fact that I'm always making lists; grocery lists, to do lists, and writing reminder notes to my self.)
5.These last two are what my Hubby said: At first he said, "She can't sit and relax until the kitchen is clean."
6.And then he said that that wasn't really quirky and that I was perfectly lovely
and that the most quirky thing about me was himself! 
Well, there you have it. I guess that wasn't as painful as I thought!
I'm not going to tag anyone specifically, but if you want to do this tag, let me know so I can come visit!
Blessings!
I Am
Aug. 18, 2008
Today's Daybook
Outside My Window...it's raining!!
I am thinking...of all of the things I need to do to get ready for school, and before the baby comes!
I am thankful for...the rain and the cooler temperatures!! Being 33 weeks pregnant, the heat zaps all my energy, last week was almost unbearable!
I'm also thankful for a new bunkbed for my son. He's been sleeping on a mattress on the floor for the last year and we have wanted a loft bed for him.
We've looked in stores and either they are too expensive, or too cheaply made.
Anyhow, I had quietly and secretly prayed for one and this weekend my in-laws phoned to say that someone on their street had a free bunkbed available!!
Hubby went to pick it up right away and we set it up yesterday.
It even has drawers underneath the bottom bunk, which is an extra blessing, because you can't have too much storage!
God is Good!!
I'm also thankful for a new bunkbed for my son. He's been sleeping on a mattress on the floor for the last year and we have wanted a loft bed for him.
We've looked in stores and either they are too expensive, or too cheaply made.
Anyhow, I had quietly and secretly prayed for one and this weekend my in-laws phoned to say that someone on their street had a free bunkbed available!!
Hubby went to pick it up right away and we set it up yesterday.
It even has drawers underneath the bottom bunk, which is an extra blessing, because you can't have too much storage!
God is Good!!
From the kitchen...I don't know yet! I have to check my menu. With having no computer or email for a few days, I lost track of some things.
I am wearing...my pajamas this morning!
I am creating...some order today, things have gotten a little cluttered lately!
I am going...to get groceries, I'd rather stay home, but we need to eat and at least it is cooler so I won't melt on the way!
I am reading...Sanditon by Jane Austen, well the first few chapters are by her, somebody else finished it.
I am hoping...that we have no more heat waves this Summer!
I am hearing...the rain outside, the shower running, the house is fairly quiet,
Around the house...I have lots to do; dishes, laundry, bathrooms need cleaning, counters and shelves are cluttered, etc.
One of my favorite things...warm, crispy toast with butter that has melted on it,
A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: the kids have swimming lessons, take my dd to get new ballet shoes, planning for the new school year,
Here is picture thought I am sharing...
Good Morning
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Aug. 16, 2008
Computers!!
Help Button on Computer Keyboard
Just a quick note:
I have been off-line for the last few days because our computer died!
Thankfully, we have a new one and tonight is my first time on it.
However, we are still setting it up and I am getting used to a new keyboard.(You should see the typos that I am correcting like crazy as I go!)
I have to go change a setting somewhere, because it will not let me type contractions! Every time I type the apostrophe it looks like this: è.
Thats because it is on a French setting!
Anyhow, you do not need to know all this, I am babbling...
I appreciate all of your comments, I will reply soon.
Right now I am hot, tired, and hormonal...where is that chocolate ice-cream...
...granted, mine will not look this fancy, but it tastes the same going down!
Aug. 14, 2008
Pregnancy Update
Well, I have 7 weeks left and I'm starting to feel it!
The hot weather probably isn't helping. Going up the stairs is starting to wear me out, never mind going on errands!!
My kids are in swimming lessons right now. I go in the pool to help my 4yr old while the teacher works with the older ones and then we switch off. So, I get a nice dip in a refreshing pool every day. I can't complain about that!
I've only gained about 23 pounds! I feel like I can eat ice-cream guilt free!
I've felt more emotional lately too. I guess it doesn't help when you go shopping for nursing bras and you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror! I don't know why they don't use more flattering lights in stores!?
I did buy some new pajamas for the hospital. That's one thing I always do before I have a baby. I buy something new and comfy, in a size larger than I usually am(because we all know that you don't 'shrink' right away!), that I can wear when people come to visit. I pack it in my bag and don't wear it till after the baby is born. Those hospital gowns just aren't flattering!
I also buy some new fruity soap for that first shower.
After giving birth, it's a nice pick-me-up.
I had a check-up today and the doctor said that the baby was posterior. I sure hope it moves before labour, so I don't have the added back pain! I had that with one of my babies already. He was posterior for the whole last month of the pregnancy and it made even walking difficult!
So, that's where I'm at.
Probably next week I'll start airing out the 'newborn' baby clothes...oh, the little sleepers and the itty-bitty socks!
Aug. 12, 2008
Weekly Recipe: Chocolate Mousse
OK, honestly, I did not make this, this week,
but this is a great recipe if you have whipping cream to use up and you're having a chocolate craving.
That's pretty much every day for me right now!
I found this recipe for Double Chocolate Mousse here.
Now, I didn't have any chocolate baking squares, so I substituted dark chocolate chips. I also don't buy prepared whipped topping, so I used real whipping cream(or heavy cream), whipped, of course.
And as you can tell by the picture, I didn't top it with fresh raspberries, because mine were all frozen.
But, after tasting it, fresh raspberries would go very nicely with it!
Enjoy!
but this is a great recipe if you have whipping cream to use up and you're having a chocolate craving.
That's pretty much every day for me right now!
I found this recipe for Double Chocolate Mousse here.
Now, I didn't have any chocolate baking squares, so I substituted dark chocolate chips. I also don't buy prepared whipped topping, so I used real whipping cream(or heavy cream), whipped, of course.
And as you can tell by the picture, I didn't top it with fresh raspberries, because mine were all frozen.
But, after tasting it, fresh raspberries would go very nicely with it!
Enjoy!
Aug. 11, 2008
Today's Daybook
Outside My Window...warm and sunny, blue sky with a few puffy clouds and a slight breeze,
I am thinking...of the movie I just finished watching; North & South, a BBC production based on a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, it's almost like a bleak, nitty-gritty version of Pride & Prejudice, but it does have a happy ending!
I am thankful for...fairly easy pregnancies. I feel blessed not to have had any major complications(yet!).
From the kitchen...I have buttermilk to use up and so I might make cornbread for the freezer,
I am wearing...a pink striped maternity T-shirt, blue and white polka-dotted pajama pants, I guess I'm not very co-ordinated this morning! I'll probably change to capris later on as it gets warmer, but I like puttering around the house in the morning wearing pajama pants.
I am creating...order in my dd's bedroom. Today, I have offered to help her clean it, and show her how to organize it. Keeping it clean is a great bargaining chip in her quest for a pet kitten!
I am going...nowhere today(as usual, on a Monday), well, maybe I'll get groceries tonight,
I am reading...Sanditon by Jane Austen, one of her unfinished novels
I am hoping...that my Sonlight order will be delivered today!
I am hearing...the kids having breakfast in the kitchen,
Around the house...we have to find storage for some supplies(like tents etc.) that Hubby brought home from our church camp, I have a few loads of laundry to do and make use of this nice weather by hanging them out to dry,
One of my favorite things...chocolate ice-cream
A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: the kids have swimming lessons for the next 3 weeks, to continue organizing school stuff, and to slowly get out and wash the 'newborn baby' clothes,
Here is picture thought I am sharing...Won't you join me?
High Tea
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Aug. 10, 2008
Encouraging Sunday #13
Nothing you do for your children is ever wasted.
They seem not to notice us,
hovering, averting our eyes,
and they seldom offer thanks,
but what we do for them is never wasted.
Garrison Keillor
No, they seldom say 'thank-you',
at least not until they're older. It wasn't until I was 19 and away from home that I realized all that my mother did for me.
Then when I got married and had kids, I realized it even more!
My son who is now 4, once said "Thank-you" after I had changed his diaper.
So, it does happen from time to time!
"Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:"
Psalm 31:28
Mother and Child
They seem not to notice us,
hovering, averting our eyes,
and they seldom offer thanks,
but what we do for them is never wasted.
Garrison Keillor
No, they seldom say 'thank-you',
at least not until they're older. It wasn't until I was 19 and away from home that I realized all that my mother did for me.
Then when I got married and had kids, I realized it even more!
My son who is now 4, once said "Thank-you" after I had changed his diaper.
So, it does happen from time to time!
"Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:"
Psalm 31:28
Mother and Child
Aug. 8, 2008
Psalm 84:3
"Even the sparrow has found a home,
and the swallow a nest for herself,
where she may have her young-
a place near your altar,
O Lord Almighty, my King and my God."
Oh Lord, may I be building my 'nest' at Your altar.
and the swallow a nest for herself,
where she may have her young-
a place near your altar,
O Lord Almighty, my King and my God."
Oh Lord, may I be building my 'nest' at Your altar.
The Nesting Place
Aug. 7, 2008
1000 Gifts
It has been a while since I've made a "One Thousand Gifts" post.
No reason really, except that maybe I haven't been looking for them.
Here are today's gifts:
#36. watching my children sleep at night, tucked in bed, breathing quietly,
Peaceful!
#37. feeling the life within me attempting somersaults when I lay down to rest!
#38. watching my toddler's eyes light up when we cuddle for a story,
#39. when my children learn something new, seeing them understand and be excited,
#40. Flowers.
That may seem like a very broad subject, I contemplated making individual ones be separate numbered posts, but the list of beautiful flowers goes on...well, almost for forever!
...from the daintiest little bloom, to big, bold, showy petals,
they are a testament to God's creativity in decorating this earth.
If you are curious about One Thousand Gifts, visit Holy Experience.
She has a Gifts blogroll and I recommend visiting there anyway.
She's an amazing writer, who always manages to stir my soul!
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