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For Today - 

 Outside my window... beautiful goldfinches at the feeder

 I am thinking... I think I will have another cup of coffee

 I am thankful for... puppy dogs

 I am remembering... good times with my Mom

 On my mind... how fast time goes by

 I am pondering these words... God's peace

 From the learning rooms... Daily Audio Bible, using the app to read through the Bible 

 From the kitchen... just had a salad, guacamole and tortilla chips for lunch 

 I am wearing... jeans, blue tshirt

 I am creating... journal entries

 I am going... nowhere the rest of the day

 I am reading... The Cottage by the Shore, Rachael Lucas

 I am hoping... I will keep up with this blog!

 I am hearing... neighbors cutting grass

 Around the house... quiet, dogs napping

 One of my favorite things... just doing things around the house

 A few plans for the rest of the week...church, getting together with a friend

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

Our boys, Charlie and Tucker

For Today~ Monday, June 13

For Today - 

 Outside my window... sunny and warm, lots of Canadian geese roaming around

 I am thinking... I wish my back would quit hurting

 I am thankful for... our church family

 I am remembering... the beautiful wedding we attended Saturday

 On my mind... Dan's health, our future

 I am pondering these words... Be still

 From the learning rooms... waymaker bible study, Ann Voskamp

 From the kitchen... barbequed chicken for dinner

 I am wearing... jean capris, purple top

 I am creating... journal entries

 I am going... nowhere the rest of the day

 I am reading... The Flower Farm, Rachael Lucas

 I am hoping... I feel better SOON!

 I am hearing... the tv

 Around the house... quiet, dogs and Dan napping

 One of my favorite things... funny, cute videos of our grandkids

 A few plans for the rest of the week...hopefully the sod will be put down 

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

my favorite bracelet

never lose hope designs

 

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For today~Monday, June 6

For Today

 Outside my window... raining, dark skies

 I am thinking... I LOVE rain

 I am thankful for... coffee

 I am remembering...how much fun this meme was in the past

 On my mind...Dan's health

I am pondering these words...Fear is a liar.

 From the learning rooms.... appreciate and be thankful for every day. 

 From the kitchen... shrimp stir-fry for dinner

 I am wearing...jean capris, gray tshirt

 I am creating...new blogging and journaling habits

 I am going...nowhere for the rest of the day

 I am reading...Hummingbird Lane

 I am hoping...that our yard will be finished soon

 I am hearing...the tv

 Around the house...dogs napping, Dan napping

 One of my favorite things...scented candles

 A few plans for the rest of the week...granddaughter Rixci's dance recital, friends from church wedding

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

grandkids Everett and Rixci

 

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Happy Sunday!

For Today - Outside my window... I am thinking... I am thankful for... I am remembering. .. On my mind... I am pondering these words... From the learning rooms.... From the kitchen... I am wearing... I am creating... I am going... I am reading... I am hoping... I am hearing... Around the house... One of my favorite things... A few plans for the rest of the week... Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

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March 11, 2013

For Today - March 11

 Outside my window...dark..it is evening now.
 I am thinking...that I am hungry. ;)
 I am thankful for...my parents. Dan and I had lunch with them yesterday..good times!
 I am remembering...the nice lunch out today I had with a few close friends.
 On my mind...plans for Spring, around the house and yard.
 I am pondering these words... His Grace is sufficient for me.
From the learning rooms...research and study for myself, don't always rely on the opinion of others.
From the kitchen...nothing right now!
 I am wearing...jeans, maroon & white top
 I am creating...this blog post.
 I am going... with Dan tomorrow to Ann Arbor.
 I am reading...The Harbinger
 I am hoping...to lose 6 pounds by May.
 I am hearing... the TV, Duck Dynasty
Around the house...Dan working on his wood working projects in garage, doggies running around and Kelly just got home from work.
 One of my favorite things... coconut shrimp
 A few plans for the rest of the week... going with Dan to Ann Arbor tomorrow. Wednesday is bible study group  and Rainbows.
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing... lunch at Elephant Bar with dear friends

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For Today -Tuesday, February 19 

 Outside my window...windy and snowing
 I am thinking...what a nice day to be inside warm and cozy.
 I am thankful for...my children.
 I am remembering...the wonderful time celebrating Pastor George's birthday on Sunday.
 On my mind...the new business I am in.  Pam's Blessings Unlimited
 I am pondering these words...Love God~Love people.
 From the learning rooms....Beth Moore Study
 From the kitchen...healthy oatmeal cookies
 I am wearing...jeans, black long sleeved t-shirt
 I am creating...this blog post!
 I am going...no where today..I hope!
 I am reading...The Harbinger
 I am hoping...all of my friends and family who aren't feeling well, will be well soon!
I am hearing...the tv
Around the house...scented candles burning, dogs napping
One of my favorite things...a sleepy puppy
A few plans for the rest of the week...Bible study and Rainbows tomorrow. Then going to cottage later in the week.
Here is a picture thought I am sharing...our grandsons, Colton and Braedon at the Florida State Fair.

We sure do miss them!

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Last Day of 2012

For Today -December 31
 Outside my window...lots of snow
 I am thinking...this year sure did go by fast!
 I am thankful for...my blessed life
 I am remembering...the awesome time we had with my children on Christmas
 On my mind...my son and his family in Florida, they couldn't be here for Christmas, we miss them
 From the learning rooms...my new blog
From the kitchen...salad and a veggie burger.
 I am wearing...jeans, long sleeved t-shirt
 I am going...to my sister and brother in law's house tonight
 I am reading...The Harbinger
 I am hoping...to get back on track eating healthy
 I am hearing...the tv, Cooking channel is on..Extra  Virgin
 Around the house...doggies napping, Dan napping
 One of my favorite things...early mornings..quiet
 A few plans for the rest of the week... taking down and putting away Christmas decorations
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

left to right

Randy, Christopher, Kelly, me and Dan

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Happy New Year!

~xoxo~

Pam 

A year has gone by..

For Today -November 26, 2012
 Outside my window...dark, cold
 I am thinking...Christmas is not far off
 I am thankful for...family and friends
 I am remembering...the wonderful Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving weekend we had
 On my mind...plans for my new website
 From the learning rooms...God showing me lots of stuff, I need to be writing it down
 From the kitchen...not much, lol
 I am wearing... jeans, tshirt
 I am creating...new website
 I am going...to sit on the couch and watch tv tonight
 I am reading...my bible
 I am hoping..Kelly's boyfriend can come here for Christmas
. I am hearing...our puppy, Tucker barking
 Around the house...a new Christmas tree
 One of my favorite things...gingerbread candles
 A few plans for the rest of the week... bible study, Rainbows
 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

Kelly and her boyfriend, Josh

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blessings

 

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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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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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~

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



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...

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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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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...

   

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For Today - Tuesday..July 7
Outside my window... sunny and HOT...93 degrees
 I am thinking... I wish it was time for Dan to retire.
I am thankful for...my camera
 I am remembering... the fun day we had Saturday with family and friends
On my mind...all the parties and get togethers this summer! :-)
 I am pondering these words... Exchange your thoughts and way of thinking to God's thoughts and way of thinking. ♥
From the learning rooms....ditto to what I just said above. ♥
 From the kitchen... today it was leftovers. Dan had spaghetti, I had a sloppy jo and pasta salad.
 I am wearing... jean capris and a gray short sleeved top
I am creating... plans and more plans
I am going... to take Patch to the groomer tomorrow.
I am reading...my bible and study books for Discipleship Class.
 I am hoping... that the weather cools off soon.
I am hearing...music playing.
Around the house... pretty quiet at the moment!
One of my favorite things... Our American Flag
A few plans for the rest of the week...taking Patch to the groomer, getting a new cell phone,  Rainbows :-)
Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

This is not my porch..found this pic online..love it!

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~Monday, June 28~~

For Today -  Monday, June 28

Outside my window...Sunny, temps in the high 80's
 I am thinking... I am so ready for a new cell phone.
I am thankful for... family and friends
I am remembering. .. the very detailed dream I had last night and yes I wrote it down.
On my mind... everything that needs to be done before Saturday.
I am pondering these words... Don't turn your light off to compromise darkness.
From the learning rooms....spiritual warfare.
 From the kitchen...chicken grilled in olive oil, garlic and rosemary. YUM
 I am wearing... beige capris, brown vneck tshirt
I am creating...my blog entry.
 I am going... to wake up Dan soon for work.
I am reading...From A Mess To A Miracle by Kimberly Daniels
 I am hoping... Dan slept well today.
I am hearing...music from the tv in the living room.
 Around the house...Dan is asleep, Dogs are napping and Kelly isn't home..quiet at the moment.
 One of my favorite things... purses..bought a new one today. :-)
A few plans for the rest of the week... Getting ready for the 4th of July weekend. Party at our house, Sat. July 3.
Here is a picture thought I am sharing... in one of our flower gardens.

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xoxo

Monday~June 21

For Today -

 Outside my window... dark..I am posting this late!

 I am thinking... I should go to bed when I am finished with this.

I am thankful for...my husband, Dan, he works so hard.

 I am remembering...the wonderful weekend I had.

 On my mind...wishing Dan got more rest.

 I am pondering these words... The peace of Jesus is strong, abiding and unaffected by outward circumstances.~Joseph Prince

From the learning rooms....I attended classes this past weekend at church, awesome teaching!

 From the kitchen...Dan fried some fish this evening, I am still trying to get rid of the smell! lol

I am wearing... jean capris, turquoise top

 I am creating... big yawns!

I am going... to lunch with a few friends tomorrow! Yay!

I am reading...my Bible and Spiritual Warfare by Joseph Prince

I am hoping... to start keeping a dream journal

I am hearing...the tv

 Around the house... the dogs are asleep, Kelly is at a friend's house and Dan is on his way to work

One of my favorite things... chocolate chip icecream

A few plans for the rest of the week...lunch with friends tomorrow, Rainbows on Wednesday evening.

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

                                                  ~Chocolate Mint~

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Monday~June 14~2010

For Today - Monday, June 14
 Outside my window... sunny and very warm.

I am thinking... hope Dan is sleeping well today.

I am thankful for... our church family, bless them all!

 I am remembering... the fun we had at my niece's graduation party on Saturday.

 On my mind... the planning of the family reunion that is in August for Dan's side of the family.

 I am pondering these words..."My hope is that instead of searching for 'God's will for my life,' each of us would learn to seek hard after 'the Spirit's leading in my life today.'" - Francis Chan

 From the learning rooms...Discipleship class at church on Sunday mornings. I am enjoying it very much.

From the kitchen... I made a shrimp stir-fry today for dinner.

 I am wearing... jean capris, blue v-neck tshirt.

 I am creating...blog entries. lol

 I am going...no where for the rest of the day!

 I am reading..A Better Way To Pray by Andrew Wommack. LOVE this book!

I am hoping...that Bentley is done growing. He is almost 11 mos. old and weighs 63 lbs.

 I am hearing...music playing from the living room.

 Around the house...I have laundry that needs to be done.

 One of my favorite things...watching the Goldfinches eat at the feeders.

 A few plans for the rest of the week... gardening, catching up with friends.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing... birthday cake from a party I went to last month.

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                                           ~be blessed~