My Daybook

FOR TODAY~ April 6, 2010

Outside my window...A crisp, cold day. The sun is out though :-)

I am thinking... About how the home and termite inspection went on our prospective home.

I am thankful for...God's redeeming Grace and seeing it working in my brother's life. This Sunday he is getting baptized and making a profession of faith! This has been long awaited :-)

From the learning rooms...We are off this week!

From the kitchen...Possibly left overs from Easter dinner.

I am wearing...Um, I'm still in my PJ's :-0

I am creating...I still have grand sewing plans, but I better create some clean spaces first!

I am going...Hopefully no where.

I am reading...The Sacred and Profane History of the World and Biblical Principles of Government study guide.

I am hoping...That this house will be ours soon! Praying inspections went well, that it will appraise for less and that we can move in before June!

I am hearing...A Beatrix Potter show. Love these little animated stories...very well done :-)

Around the house...Laundry, dishes, and such.

One of my favorite things...Increasing my skills and adding joy to our day.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Nothing much.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

(My sweet hubby and Rowan)

My Daybook

FOR TODAY~ March 16, 2010

Outside my window...There is a sweet, hanging nest on the tree in front of my kitchen window. I've enjoyed watching it shake as the birds flit in and out :-)

I am thinking...That Rowan has another tooth coming in. I love her toothy smile!

I am thankful for...The freedom to gather and discuss politics, the role of government, and to gather with fellow believers.

From the learning rooms...KIDS: Pilgrims, Reptiles, skip counting by fives! MOM: learning Spanish with my new language program and new sewing skills thanks to sewing forum friends :-)

From the kitchen...I think we are going out to dinner tonight.

I am wearing...khaki pants, salmon sweater with 3/4 length sleeves and pretty little clip.

I am creating...I am planning how to re-do a dress for my daughter, Brenna. I have the fabric washed and now I just need to iron it and cut out the pattern pieces out.

I am going...to the realtor's office tonight to put some offers on homes we are interested in. If any of the offers are accepted then we will go up and look more closely at the house(s) and decide if we really want it. Lots of prayers going up from here!

I am reading...The Sacred and Profane History of the World and Biblical Principles of Government study guide and I may have to start reading L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables.

I am hoping...That at least one of the homes we offer on will work out...we are especially drawn to one.

I am hearing...my children planning how to catch a fly...they've already caught one and a spider too!

Around the house...School and laundry folding.

One of my favorite things...Learning new things.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Celebrating my hubby's birthday and our 12th anniversary!

Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

(The little nest outside our window)

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Blessings,

Sommer

My Daybook

FOR TODAY~ March 9, 2010

Outside my window...Quite a lovely, spring-like California day. It is chilly right now, but it ought to be pleasant as the day wears on.

I am thinking...On the class I attended last night and the classes to come...9 more!

I am thankful for...a husband that is willing to take on the evening routine with our 4 children so that I can attend the class above :-)

From the learning rooms...KIDS: Pilgrims, Verbs, First and Second Declension Adjectives(singular~Latin) and fractions! MOM: learning Spanish with my new language program...yippee!

From the kitchen...Corn bread and Chicken(roasted) and beans for hubby's lunches.

I am wearing...A blue 3/4 sleeve shirt, tan pants and a blue/white sweater and the usual socks for winter cold.

I am creating...haven't started anything lately though I have many ideas.

I am going...to Costco later in the day.

I am reading...The Sacred and Profane History of the World and Biblical Principles of Government study guide.

I am hoping...We can go and see some houses this weekend or soon. Let's get this show on the road!

I am hearing...my computer working and my children playing or doing school.

Around the house...cleaning up and laundry probably.

One of my favorite things...Special time with my big girl.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Nothing new.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

(me and my very busy girl...always trying to grab something :-)

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Blessings,

Sommer

FOR TODAY~ March 2, 2010

Outside my window...Sunshine breaking through the grey clouds and a slight breeze in the trees.

I am thinking...About God's will for us.

I am thankful for...A roof over our head and a good realtor.

From the learning rooms...A little bit of this and a little bit of that. Mama is planning for next year too.

From the kitchen...Nothing today. Tempted to bake some more scones though..just might happen ;-)

I am wearing...A brown tee, black pants and a black sweater. Not to mention the socks on my feet to keep warm.

I am creating...thinking about things to make for Rowan. I have a dress to "re-do" for Brenna as well.

I am going...Maybe to Trader Joe's after my honey gets home..not sure yet though.

I am reading...The Sacred and Profane History of the World and The Eaters of the Dead by Michael Crichton

I am hoping...We can go and see some houses this weekend. Let's get this show on the road!

I am hearing...Peter Pan and an agitated baby.

Around the house...Just a typical day..dishes, lunches and school.

One of my favorite things...A hot drink on a cold day, and perhaps a good book to curl up with.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Do some laundry, school and groceries perhaps.

Here is picture thought I am sharing...

(My eldest and my youngest...almost 10 years apart!)

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Blessings,

Sommer

My Daybook

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For Today November 10th

Outside my window...the sun is shining and there is a crispness in the air.

I am thinking...that simply removing a little clutter from a corner can really refresh one’s spirit.

I am thankful for...a husband that loves me, children that hug me and a baby growing that I do not know yet.

From the learning rooms…we will be reading about the Pilgrims, learning about Seals and Sea Cows and enjoying numbers.

From the kitchen...leftovers and simple stuff. The cookie jar needs refilling too!

I am wearing...fleecy pink pj’s and a sweater…not sure what will be on for the day yet.

I am creating...well, needing to complete the back closure and hem of a doll dress, t-shirt dresses for the girls and little cord pants for Liam(boy is he getting tall!).

I am going...grocery shopping this afternoon.

I am reading...The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace

I am hoping...to feel the little baby soon. Maybe already have, just not sure.

I am hearing...the loud but happy voice of Liam insisting I read a book.

Around the house...I need to de-clutter a little more off of my table and organize my sewing area. I have Christmas sewing to do soon and I want everything to be easily accessible.

One of my favorite things...is the sweet kiss of a little boy that loves his mama :-)

A few plans for the rest of the week…Laundry, continued decluttering, craft plans, grocery shopping and a library run.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…I'm afraid I don't have one today, blogger is

being weird!

My Daybook

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For September 8th


Outside My Window…
A refreshingly cool breeze and gray skies. A relief after the hot temps the last couple of weeks.

I am thinking…
Of many things I need to get done around the house before the holidays come.

I am thankful for…
My family.

From the kitchen…
Uncertain today.

I am creating…
Mending, dresses and knitting as I have time.

I am going…
Run to the grocery store later I think.

I am wearing…
Blue jeans, a grey shirt and sandals. My hair is pulled back in a pony tail.

I am reading…
The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace

I am hoping…
For more time to sew and also that I can get a head start on Christmas gifts this year. I know, it is only September, but it goes quickly!

I am hearing…
The boiling water in my tea pot and my daughters talking about gift ideas from Hearth Song catalog.

Around the house…
Much reorganizing on my mind…especially in the girls’ room.

One of my favorite things…
The cool kiss of a breeze in Autumn.

A few plans for the rest of the week:
A stop at the library, groceries, and hopefully visit with a old friend that I haven’t seen since I was 16!

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…
My precious blessings:-)

My Daybook

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For August 18th


Outside My Window…
An overcast sky and cool temps…lovely!

I am thinking…
Of ways to simplify my home.

I am thankful for…
little blessings.

From the kitchen…
Meatloaf, green beans and some yummy dessert.

I am creating…
T-shirt dresses for my girls and many other things that are in my overflowing sewing basket.

I am going…
To the library this week.

I am wearing…
Blue jeans, a pale yellow shirt and sandals.

I am reading…
The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace

I am hoping…
That I can get more sewing done than I have as of late.

I am hearing…
Surprising quiet.

Around the house…
A bit of organizing and planning..

One of my favorite things…
Are sweet hugs and kisses from my babies.

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Household chores, a library run, groceries, and decluttering.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…
The "Papa" riding with his "baby"..so sweet!

My Daybook

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For August 11th


Outside My Window…
A cool breeze and sunshine…summer bliss!

I am thinking…
About swiftly the summer is coming to an end and that I am looking forward to the fall.

I am thankful for…
My home even though it is small.

From the kitchen…
Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole and veggies…yum!

I am creating…
T-shirt dresses for my girls and many other things that are in my overflowing sewing basket.

I am going…
A bit berserk with the clutter.

I am wearing…
Blue jeans, a tan t-shirt and sandals.

I am reading…
The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace

I am hoping…
That I can get more sewing done than I have as of late.

I am hearing…
Lawnmowers running in the neighborhood.

Around the house…
Leftover dishes from the day of rest.

One of my favorite things…
Is to watch gymnastics and equestrian events during the Olympics. I do not have cable though, so I am watching it intermittently online :-)

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Household chores, a library run, groceries, tennis, re-organizing homeschool shelf and decluttering.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…

The joy of coloring!

My Daybook

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For August 4th


Outside My Window…
The men that come by every other day or so to mow lawns and make the neighborhood a little prettier.

I am thinking…
About unsaved loved ones and desiring that they come to know the Lord intimately as their Savior.

I am thankful for…
My ever wonderful hubby…he is my best friend!

From the kitchen…
Perhaps cookies or cupcakes.

I am creating…
Lesson plans and a tentative schedule for the coming homeschool year.

I am going…
Out, but not determined where yet.

I am wearing…
My pajamas still…blush…

I am reading…
The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace

I am hoping…
That I can get more sewing done than I have as of late. I have only a couple of weeks to make something for a new baby!

I am hearing…
The dryer going and a baby fussing to have me.

Around the house…
Leftover dishes from the day of rest.

One of my favorite things…
Is a special hug from my children.

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Household chores, working on a tentative schedule and plan for our school year, groceries and to the library.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…
Joy!

My Daybook

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For July 28th


Outside My Window…
Are little baby birds hidden away in a tree. I hear them from time to time.

I am thinking…
That I need to get a grocery list together.

I am thankful for…
A really fun Saturday at the rodeo with my hubby and kids. Yeehaw!!!!

From the kitchen…
Just lunch makings today and dinner at my MIL’s tonight.

I am creating…
A place of peace in my home, and garments for my family and a new little baby.

I am going…
To Costco and my MIL’s house.

I am wearing…
A blue t-shirt, blue jeans and my sandals.

I am reading…
A Return to Modesty by Wendy Shalit

I am hoping…
That I can get more sewing done than I have as of late. I have only a couple of weeks to make something for a new baby!

I am hearing…
Liam laughing while playing with Brenna.

Around the house…
A lot of toys…is that so surprising?

One of my favorite things…
Anything horse related. And a rodeo is especially fun!

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Household chores, working on a tentative schedule and plan for our school year, and just fun with the kids.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…
This is a pic from our day at the rodeo on Saturday. This particular even is called "mutton busting". Sounds odd doesn't it? The riders are kids that are 7 years or younger and no more than 50lbs. The winner is whoever stays on the longest. Kind of like Bronc ridin...rather amusing. I think the sheep won:-)

My Daybook

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For July 7th


Outside My Window…
Very hot and hazy day.

I am thinking…
That my little boy may be teething.

I am thankful for…
A good friend that encourages me.

From the kitchen…
Meatloaf, bread and butter and broccoli

I am creating…
A more peaceful home...I hope :-)

I am going…
Grocery shopping.

I am wearing…
A black t-shirt, blue jean shorts and my hair up.

I am reading…
“Don’t Make Me Count to Three!”
By Ginger Plowman

I am hoping…
I can get Liam sleeping better and eating more solid foods. Mamma is tired!

I am hearing…
Fiona taking her piano lesson with Daddy.

Around the house…
Dishes, decluttering and laundry.

One of my favorite things…
A very cool breeze.

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Going through homeschool stuff, reorganizing several places in the home, cleaning, sewing and groceries.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…

My Daybook

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For June 23rd


Outside My Window…
The sun is shining, but a breeze kisses my face…it should be cooler this week.

I am thinking…
About what to do now school is “out” for the summer.

I am thankful for…
The cooler temps today.

From the kitchen…
Spaghetti with meatballs, veggies and maybe some banana bread warmed with butter for dessert.

I am creating…
Hopefully, some clothes for the kids. I’m also trying to learn how to crochet.

I am going…
Dropping off the girls at VBS (already done), grocery shopping but mostly home.

I am wearing…
A blue t-shirt, blue jeans and my hair pulled back.

I am reading…
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
And
Home-Making by J.R. Miller

I am hoping…
That the girls really have a lovely time at VBS this week.

I am hearing…
Birds singing outside my window.

Around the house…
Busy, busy, busy…

One of my favorite things…
A cool breeze.

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Going through homeschool stuff, reorganizing several places in the home, cleaning, sewing and groceries. VBS all week too.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing…