Thoughts Along Life's Highway

On a Saturday Morning ~ 9 July

Outside my window … it is rainy, misty and foggy. PERFECT weather to stay home and scrapbook, which is what I am planning to do today.

I am thinking about … well, I’m thinking about too many things. I need to try to quiet my mind some this weekend. I’m not sleeping well lately, and I think it is because I have too much on my mind.

I am thankful for … all of the blessings in my life, especially my family.

From the kitchen … baking bread today – and maybe some chili, even though it is way too hot for it, I have a craving.

I am wearing … my usual Saturday “uniform” of yoga pants and t-shirt.

I am creating … hoping to create some scrapbook pages today, and some yummy food.

I am reading … just started a new book last night, but only made it 10-15 pages in before I got sleepy. Trying to find something to grab my attention. Have had a couple “dud” books the last few weeks.

I am hoping … SuperMan’s work doesn’t do another layoff soon.

I am hearing … the washer, dryer and sounds of Pound Puppies on TV.

Around the house … the chaos that comes when the kids are home 24/7 in the summertime.

A few plans for the week … work, church, scrapbooking & the pool.

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On a Saturday Morning: 11 June

FOR TODAY

Outside my window...it’s hot and humid already this morning, but the day looks to be beautiful.

I am thinking...about the to-do list I have for today and getting started early so I can play later this afternoon.

I am thankful for...SuperMan – my hero, my sanity, my rescuer, my love.

From the learning rooms...little girls learning about puppets thanks to a generous friend

From the kitchen...lots of yummy things today – I’m preparing to host Small Group tomorrow. Chicken is roasting for chicken salad, cole slaw, pasta salad and Oreo pie!

I am wearing...my comfy yoga pants and shirt. Great for “working out” in the kitchen!

I am creating… well, hoping to create some of my Project Life pages later today.

I am going...to get a massage later today. I can’t wait.

I am reading...nothing at the moment. I’ve been too busy to start a new book.

I am hoping...to get a little time to scrapbook today

I am hearing...little people

Around the house...the delicious aroma of gardenias shared from my sweet friend Cindy’s garden

One of my favorite things...is cooking for those I love

A few plans for the rest of the week: more doctor’s appointments for Little Bit, play dates for the girls and lots of work for SuperMan and me.

Here is picture for thought I am sharing...

SuperMan helping me to clean the disaster of a kitchen from my cooking this morning.

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On a Saturday Morning ~ Easter Weekend

Good Saturday morning to you, my friends…

I’m sitting here in my office with a GIANT cup of hot tea and watching the news while I catch up on blog reading. Haven’t had much time for that this week as Little Bit came down with a nasty case of strep throat. She’s been pretty sick and I’ve been spending most of my time taking care of her. It’s bittersweet, as I hold her in my lap and see her legs and arms dangling over the edges of the recliner.  My babies are growing up and it won’t be long before they don’t want me to hold them in this way. So, while I hate that she is sick, I’m loving the extra snuggle time we are having.

Our weekend plans have changed because of her illness and we’re not headed to see family as we had thought.  But we are hoping to have some fun ourselves this weekend if she is feeling better – maybe a hike on Sunday afternoon. If not, we’ll just enjoy some relaxing time at home together.

Outside my window… its misty and foggy but looks to be a beautiful day today.

I am thinking… about how quickly things change even though they feel like they will always be the same.

I am thankful… for my house, my family, my health, and my blessings.

From the kitchen…homemade bread, cheese grits and yummy breakfast cooked by SuperMan this morning.

I am wearing…PJs – for as long as I possibly can today. :-)

I am creating…comfort and care for my sick little one.

I am going…for a walk later today, I hope.

I am reading…The Peach Keeper & How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth.

I am hoping…that I can get all my reading in this weekend for my class on Tuesday night. I’m loving the class but unaccustomed to having homework to fit into my schedule.

I am hearing…Scooby Cat making blissful noises as she rolls in front of the heating vent and revels in the warm air.

Around the house…chores that have been put on hold while I nursed Little Bit. They can wait.

One of my favorite things…good friends.

A few plans for the rest of the week…Easter Sunday celebrations & bible study class on Tuesday night.

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On a Saturday Morning ~ 16 April

Outside my window… the squirrels are eating all the black sunflower seeds in the feeder, the sky is crisp, clean and beautiful – washed clean after last night’s storms. It’s going to be a gorgeous day.

I am thinking… about plans for today and what we’ll do.

I am thankful… for my house, my family, my health, and my blessings.

From the kitchen… homemade pizzas tonight (maybe)

I am wearing… warm slippers – it got chilly last night!

I am creating… uh, nothing right now. Hoping to get a little scrapbooking in this weekend, but we’ll see.

I am going… to the grocery later this morning and maybe something fun for the kids later today.

I am reading… The Day the Falls Stood Still

I am hoping…that I can get all my reading in this weekend for my class on Tuesday night.

I am hearing… Little Bit and her sister singing while they play on the computers.

Around the house… lots of laundry and things to do.

One of my favorite things… the breakfast casserole I’m munching on.

A few plans for the rest of the week… my bible study class on Tuesday night, ballet visitor’s day on Monday, prep for Easter weekend.

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On a Saturday morning

Outside my window… the birds are wondering why there is no seed in their feeders. I’m sorry, little birds, I’ll get some today.

I am thinking… about all the things happening in Japan and praying for all of the people affected by this disaster.

I am thankful… for my house, my family, my health, and my blessings.

From the kitchen… cake baking and food prep for a get-together tonight.

I am wearing… my uniform-of-choice: PJs

I am creating… uh, nothing right now. Not feeling creative at the moment – hope to find that creative mojo again soon.

I am going… to the grocery later this morning and hoping to sneak in a pedicure and maybe a Starbucks.

I am reading… The Informationist 

I am hoping…that my Big Girl has a better day today.

I am hearing… Little Bit and her daddy as they talk about their artwork they are creating.

Around the house… things are neat and tidy (for a change)

One of my favorite things… my daily cup of tea (or CUPS, I should say)

A few plans for the rest of the week… my weekly Cup of Joy bible study, a baby shower for a dear friend

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Right Now

Outside my window… the sun is rising and the ground is covered in dew. The birds are chirping and it looks to be a beautiful day.

I am thinking…about the changes happening around me – lots of growth and development in so many places… and all good.

I am thankful for…my beautiful girls.

From the kitchen…blueberry scones this morning and a day full of cooking in preparation for guests tomorrow night, but I am excited to have them and looking forward to the fun of preparing food for them.

I am wearing…comfy PJ’s

I am creating…a happy, peaceful home (still trying)

I am going…to try to focus on being the best mom I can be today. Patience, kindness, gentleness with the girls.

I am reading…Five Conversations You Must Have with Your Daughter

I am hoping…that we are not going to be hit with a blackberry winter and another snowstorm before the spring really arrives.

I am hearing…Little Bit playing on the computer and someone walking around upstairs.

Around the house…lots of Kleenex

One of my favorite things…good friends

A few plans for the rest of the week… church on Sunday – dinner with friends Sunday night and again on Saturday night next week.

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Simple Woman’s Daybook – 19 Feb 11

FOR TODAY

Outside my window…I am watching the puppies chase the squirrels away from the bird feeder.

I am thinking…about the fact that Big Girl’s jeans are not that much smaller than mine anymore – I have shrunk and she has grown. Scary.

I am thankful for…the beautiful weather we’re having.

From the kitchen…SuperMan is whipping up a Saturday brunch

I am wearing…my too-big nightshirt

I am creating…a happy, peaceful home

I am going…to the circus today – and exploring downtown while we’re there

I am reading…The Map of True Places by Brunonia Barry

I am hoping…the beautiful weather continues & SuperMan’s side work picks up

I am hearing…my girls playing Barbies

Around the house…laundry, spring decorations and lots of Kleenex

One of my favorite things…lazy Saturday mornings with the family

A few plans for the rest of the week… church on Sunday and on to the usual weekly routine of dance classes, school & work.

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FOR TODAY

Outside my window... overcast skies, falling leaves and little birdies fattening up for the winter
I am thinking...of all the things on my “to-do” list versus “want-to-do” list and which will get done today.
I am thankful for...spending the day with my girls on their school holiday
From the kitchen... meatloaf with roasted vegetables
I am wearing...PJs that are soft, comfy and snuggly
I am going...grocery shopping today
I am reading...The Venetian Betrayal
I am hoping...to find some time to be creative today – baking, knitting, or scrapbooking. It is good for my soul.
I am hearing...my baby girl singing (off key) Michael Jackson’s “You are Not Alone”
Around the house...cats are sleeping, kids are playing, dogs are romping
One of my favorite things...my morning cup of tea
A few plans for the rest of the week… ballet, jazz, girl scouts, knitting class
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...

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Simple Woman’s Daybook, 30-June

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Outside my window… our flag blows in the breeze as it hangs from our front porch.  Everything is green and renewed after the recent rainstorms we have had.

I am thinking… about what to do this weekend. SuperMan has a four-day weekend. I am considering taking Friday off work as well, but would like to have something fun planned if I’m going to take the day off.

I am thankful for… my girls and the fact that they play so nicely together (most of the time) while I am working. I enjoy having them with me this summer and am so grateful for being able to work from home.

From the kitchen…SuperMan is planning kabobs on the grill tonight. I made cookies for the girls today.

I am wearing… one of only two pairs of pants that still fits me and my current favorite shirt.

I am creating… nothing right now. I have the desire, but not the gumption.

I am going…to take the girls to the fireworks on Friday night (unless we come up with some better plans)

I am reading…Eat, Pray, Love

I am hoping…that my mom and stepdad stop by for a visit while they are “up north”

I am hearing… my girls playing in the living room. I think they have turned it into a “gym” and are doing exercises together.

One of my favorite things…chocolate chip cookies hot out of the oven.

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Outside my window… It’s overcast and cool. The puppies are lounging on the driveway waiting to bark at something, anything. My cul-de-sac is filled with extra cars from the neighbor’s teen son’s sleepover last night.

I am thinking … of the list of things I have to do today. Wondering which one I should tackle first.

I am thankful for… the “friendsitter” who is over at the house to play with the girls today. I should be able to tackle that to-do list easily.

From the learning rooms… I have two online digital scrapbooking classes going right now. One is about Photoshop Elements basics. The other is called a Baker’s Dozen. Haven’t had the time to do anything with them in the last two weeks, though.

From the kitchen… I made homemade tropical banana bread this morning. I had some over-ripe bananas and thought I’d whip something up. This should be interesting because I substituted whole wheat flour for the white flour the recipe calls for – and oil for the shortening – AND I added coconut and coconut extract. I am anxious to try it as soon as it cools.

I am wearing… a pair of capris in a size I never thought I’d wear again and my current favorite t-shirt.

I am creating … lots of ideas and very little finished projects these days.

I am hoping… that I find some time to do some crafting this week. I have the itch and not the time.

I am reading… The Boticelli Secret by Marina Fiorato. Enjoying the story so far.

Around the house… lots of decluttering projects that need to be finished – and things that need to be taken to consignment or the Goodwill.

Plans for the rest of the week… work, work, work… and hopefully some crafting time and maybe a few hours at the pool with the munchkins.

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Today: 25 January 2010

Outside my window... wet, drizzly, grey and gloomy.
I am thinking... about all of the things I need to do today.
I am thankful for... my SuperMan, who takes such good care of me.
I am wearing... jeans & a t-shirt.
I am remembering... the strep that Little Bit had last week and hoping no one else gets it.
I am going... to try not to stress about all I have to do this week and how behind I am at work.
I am reading... The Friday Night Knitting Club
I am hoping... to get caught up at work
On my mind...  the doctor visits I have scheduled this week
Noticing that... my office is in need of some cleaning and reorganizing
From the kitchen... pork roast & sticky rice
Around the house... normal Monday-morning post-weekend clutter.
One of my favorite things... getting to sleep late.

From my daily photos:

  chocolate cake face

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Today: 23 NOV 09

Outside my window... wet, drizzly, grey and gloomy.

I am thinking... about all of the things I need to do today.

I am thankful for... my children.

I am wearing... nightgown - no time to dress yet.

I am remembering...  last night's evening with good friends.

I am going... to enjoy my week with the family.

I am reading... The White Queen

I am hoping... to get some scrapbooking in this week. My challenge is 20 min each day.

On my mind...  Thanksgiving.

From the learning rooms... just finished Holidays in Hand with Jessica Sprague and a Blogging class with Shimelle.  Now to implement the things I learned!

Noticing that... my girls are reading so well these days.

From the kitchen... nothing. We will be eating out today.

Around the house... normal Monday-morning post-weekend clutter.

One of my favorite things... wet puppy kisses.

Today: 16 Nov 09

Outside my window... beautiful sunshine, sleeping puppies, and lots of leaves.

I am thinking... about how close the holidays are and how not ready for them I am.

I am thankful for... the love and support of my mom.

I am wearing... jeans and a shirt and the ever-present slippers.

I am remembering... my brother's visit this past summer. what fun it was.

I am going... to get my Christmas list started today.

I am reading... The White Queen

I am hoping... to get some scrapbooking in this week. My challenge is 20 min each day.

On my mind... bills, finances, nothing much fun.

From the learning rooms... blogging class by Shimelle.

Noticing that... I need to find a more positive attitude this week.

From the kitchen... chicken or pork chops

Around the house... normal Monday-morning post-weekend clutter.

One of my favorite things... sleeping in.

From my picture journal...

Today: 09 NOV 09

Outside my window… my yard is covered in a blanket of leaves... that seems to have no end.

I am thinking…about what I'd rather be doing instead of what I should be doing (work).

I am thankful for…my friends' love, support and encouragement.

From the kitchen…Salisbury steak & mashed potatoes, homemade apple cake.

I am wearing…jeans, slippers, blouse.

I am creating…2010 calendars.

I am going…to try to stay focused today.

I am reading…The White Queen (Phillipa Gregory)

I am hoping…work comes quickly for my husband. Layoffs are no fun.

On my mind...my friends- each of them going through different trials right now and yet so willing to be there for others.

Around the house…sleeping kitties.

One of my favorite things...warm slippers and a hot fire.

A few plans for the rest of the week…organizing, planning and cleaning.

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Today: 02 NOV 09

I am starting a new Monday tradition. 

Mondays will be my Simple Woman's Daybook post. Simply, but effectively, capturing the moment. I hope you will join me!

Monday, 2 Nov 2009

Outside my window… my yard is covered in a blanket of leaves; the sky is brightening and the neighborhood is waking up.

I am thinking…of all the things there are to do today - and prioritizing them.

I am thankful for…my husband.

From the kitchen…Pork chops for dinner tonight.   BBQ is on my mind, though.

I am wearing…velour warm-up suit, white t-shirt.

I am creating…bulletin boards for the church volunteer hallway.

I am going…to focus on having a good day today.

I am reading…nothing right now. I have started 3 books but none have "grabbed" me yet.

I am hoping…work comes quickly for my husband. Layoffs are no fun.

I am hearing…the washer and dryer running.

Pondering these words... Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Prov. 3:5-6

Around the house…the little messes from a weekend with the family home are rampant. Must get things tidied up today.

One of my favorite things…peace and quiet after everyone goes to work and school.

A few plans for the rest of the week…re-focusing on taking care of myself so I can take better care of others.

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Today...

Outside my window… the clouds are trying to overtake the sun and the leaves are changing into a beautiful blanket of color.
I am thinking…of all the things I need to accomplish today - there is not enough time!
I am thankful for…good friends, a loving family, God's blessings.
From the kitchen…homemade oatmeal craisin cookies; ham for dinner.
I am wearing…comfy clothes; must get "dressed" for the day still.
I am creating…a positive mood and outlook to help me be productive today.
I am going…to love on my kids when they get home this afternoon.
I am reading…You Had Me at Halo (a silly, but entertaining book)
I am hoping…my husband's job continues to be productive and he is not laid off again.
I am hearing…"I Will Rise" on the radio.
Around the house…my cats are sleeping, the puppy is trashing the yard, and the big dog is napping with one eye out for the pup's attacks.
One of my favorite things…my hot tea in the mornings... earl grey.
A few plans for the rest of the week…Ballet, Jazz, making dinner for a friend who is recently home from hospital.
Photo inspiration:
 
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Right this minute

I'm thinking about: what's for dinner
I'm looking at: a pile of work still to be done on my desk
I'm wishing for: the publisher's clearinghouse people to show up at my door (who cares if I didn't enter?)
I would like to: spend the rest of the day scrapbooking or napping (or a combination of the two)
I'm hoping: that my little one gets well soon

Today: June 23, 2009

TODAY
June 23st, 2009
Outside my window... The grass is getting greener (and longer!) and the humidity is rising.
I am thinking... about how ironic it is that my toes are freezing when it is almost 90 outside (although much cooler inside)
I am thankful for... air conditioning
From the kitchen... I'm thinking takeout for dinner tonight, so nothing from the kitchen today.
I am wearing... comfy capris and a tshirt; standard work-from-home attire
I am creating... an interesting summer for my girls with lots of fun things to do.
I am going... to go see what the kids are up to upstairs - they sound like they are having more fun that I am down here.

I am reading... The Last Oracle

I am hoping... thatRob continues to work steadily through the summer and into the fall

I am hearing... the sounds of the girls playing "house" upstairs (ding dong!)
Around the house... there are small piles of stuff which need picking up before our company this weekend
One of my favorite things... air conditioning and a good book (preferably together)
A few plans for the rest of the week... trip to the pool (daily, I think) coffee with my friend Ann Marie, cropping with Robyn on Friday night and Shakespeare on Saturday (yeah!) 
Sounds like a good week to me!