Monday, November 28, 2011

For Today -  November 28
Outside my window... rainy and dark
 I am thinking... that I want to start decorating for Christmas tomorrow.
I am thankful for... my dear friend Denise, she has just finished chemo.
I am remembering... what a great Thanksgiving we had!
On my mind... holiday plans.
 From the learning rooms.... take time to do things, don't rush.
 From the kitchen... clean kitchen, it's nearly 10 pm.
I am wearing... navy blue & white top & jeans
 I am creating... a blog post. ;-)
I am going...to take Bentley to the groomer tomorrow, he needs it bad!!
I am reading... The Perfect Christmas by Debbie Macomber
I am hoping...our plans to visit the kids in Florida comes together soon.
 I am hearing... music coming from the tv in the living room.
Around the house...Dan off to work, Kelly in her room, dogs sleeping.
One of my favorite things...quiet, early mornings.
A few plans for the rest of the week... bible study, rainbows, small group
Here is a picture thought I am sharing...  our kids/grandkids in Florida.


~hugs & blessings~
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Wow..it's been a while!

For Today - August 16
 Outside my window... sunny skies, temps in the 80's
 I am thinking...God is faithful!
 I am thankful for...my Mom, today is her birthday!
 I am remembering...how awesome church was Sunday!
On my mind...family & friends going through medical issues.
From the learning rooms...praise and worship is spiritual warfare!
 From the kitchen... Sauerkraut & potatoes
I am wearing...jean capries, pink top
 I am creating...more blog entries. :-)
 I am going...no where this evening!!
 I am reading...Spirt, Soul, and Body by Andrew Wommack, the Bible
 I am hoping...that Dan is getting some good sleep right now.
 I am hearing...the tv in the living room.
 Around the house...dogs sleeping..so it's quiet!
One of my favorite things...browsing Hobby Lobby
Some plans for the rest of the week...a visit with my dear friend Debbi tomorrow and Thursday a Mary Kay party, a dear friend, Deidra sells Mary Kay products.

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing... petunias gone wild!! lol

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Monday, November 29, 2010


For Today - Monday, November 29

Outside my window... bare trees. I miss the pretty autumn leaves.
 I am thinking... about Christmas decorating!
I am thankful for...my children.
I am remembering...how nice it was to have family here in our home on Thanksgiving.
On my mind...my Aunt Arlene's  80th birthday party this Saturday.
 I am pondering these words...The Lord will perfect that which concerns me~Psalms 138:8
From the learning rooms...I have something to be thankful for at all times!!
 From the kitchen...banana bread.
 I am wearing...sweatpants, tshirt
 I am creating...photo dvd
 I am going...to meet up with my cousin Tammy this evening, going over party details.
 I am reading...The Dancing Hand of God by James Maloney
 I am hoping... we get a little bit of snow. ;-)
I am hearing...the tv in the living room.
Around the house...Kelly is sleeping,Dan is at work, doggies asleep.
 One of my favorite things...gingerbread candles from Swan Creek Candle Company
 A few plans for the rest of the week...Christmas decorating, preparing for party on Saturday.
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...
Desserts from our Thanksgiving feast!!

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~be blessed~

Monday, October 18, 2010

For Today - Monday, October 18
 Outside my window...beautiful autumn
 I am thinking...my hubby Dan is wonderful
 I am thankful for...our church family
 I am remembering...the nice visit we had with Tim & Jen yesterday afternoon
 On my mind...lots of stuff..all good
 I am pondering these words...Do unto others as if you are the others - Leonardo Da Vinci

From the learning rooms....living in the spirit, not in carnality
 From the kitchen...I hear Kelly pouring a bowl of cereal
 I am wearing...jeans, blue tshirt
 I am creating...a much over due blog entry
 I am going...to stay home all day today. :-)
 I am reading...my bible
 I am hoping...to see ALL of my kids soon.
 I am hearing...music and the clothes dryer
 Around the house...kind of a quiet day
 One of my favorite things...autumn
 A few plans for the rest of the week...tomorrow the mall and lunch with Tina!!! YAY!
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

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Be Blessed!!!
xoxoxo


Monday, September 6, 2010

For Today - Monday, September 6, 2010
Outside my window... sunny
 I am thinking...autumn will soon be here :-)
 I am thankful for... paper shredders..especially when they work properly!
I am remembering...the fun time Kelly and I had shopping at Levis Commons yesterday
On my mind... vacation!
I am pondering these words...Complaining is an attitude of heart
 From the learning rooms....Every word has power!
 From the kitchen...leftovers
 I am wearing...beige capris, Grand Hotel tshirt
 I am creating... a mess with the paper shredder
I am going...for a walk by the lake in a few minutes
 I am reading... Releasing God's Anointing by Mel Bond
I am hoping...Dan will have a relaxing time on vacation
 I am hearing...the tv
 Around the house...Kelly watching tv, dogs sleeping
 One of my favorite things...snuggling on the couch next to Dan
 A few plans for the rest of the week...bible study Wed. morning, leaving for vacation Saturday :-)
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...


To join in focusing on the simple pleasures of each day~
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Monday, July 19, 2010

For Today -  Monday, July 19

Outside my window... sunny and hot

 I am thinking... about vacation bible school coming up next week!

I am thankful for... being to keep in touch with so many friends and family.

 I am remembering... my Dad's surprise birthday party Friday night..lots of fun!

On my mind...everything I need to do to prepare for VBS.

 I am pondering these words...The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.

~William James

 From the learning rooms....grace and more grace. :)

 From the kitchen... not sure...probably leftovers.

I am wearing... beige capris, brown top, brown flipflops

I am creating...blog entries. ;)

 I am going... to vacuum the living room when I am finished with this.

 I am reading...You Were Born For This by Bruce Wilkerson

 I am hoping... it rains tonight.

I am hearing... Patch, our English Springer Spaniel snoring. lol

Around the house...music playing, dogs sleeping.

One of my favorite things... browsing in candle shops.

A few plans for the rest of the week... Rainbows Wednesday night,  bridal shower for my nephew's fiance Friday night, church picnic Saturday afternoon.

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...












Our youngest grandson, Braedon. He will be 1 year old on Friday!

xoxo


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Monday, July 12, 2010

For Today - Monday, July 12
Outside my window...Sunny, warm
 I am thinking... I need to keep up with my blogs better!
I am thankful for... good Christian tv programs
I am remembering...church yesterday...awesome!
On my mind... all that I need to do today.
 I am pondering these words...A godly heart produces a blessed life.  ~Sextus
 From the learning rooms... Proverbs 8:11 ~For skillful and godly Wisdom is better than rubies or pearls, and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it. ~(AMP)
 From the kitchen...high fiber/low fat brownie muffins
 I am wearing...sweat pants, tshirt
 I am creating...my blog entry. lol
 I am going...vision checkup this afternoon, time for new glasses.
 I am reading...You Were Born for This by Bruce Wilkerson
 I am hoping...for more rain today
 I am hearing...the tv
 Around the house...Dan working in the garage, Kelly still asleep.
 One of my favorite things...falling asleep to the sound of rain.
 A few plans for the rest of the week...Tuesday my Dad's birthday..taking him and my Mom out for lunch, bible study group Wed. morning, small group Thursday night & lots of other plans!
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...