The Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY January 24, 2011

Outside my window...the air is crisp and cold, and there is frost on the ground.

I am thinking... about going back to work Wednesday. I've been off for 9 days due to a studio remodel, paid of course. I've enjoyed it.

I am thankful for... the opportunity to change my life. You can't ever start over, but you can change direction right now. That's what I'm doing,

From the learning rooms... playing catch-up, as always.

From the kitchen...leftover chili mac from last night.

I am wearing...pajama pants and a very comfortable shirt.

I am creating... a plan as usual. This time for my life.

I am going...to stay home today.

I am reading... The Talisman by Stephen King and Peter Straub, and various dream books.

I am hoping... to get myself/family/house back under some semblance of control.

I am hearing... a video game from the den.

I am praying... for guidance. I'm listening Lord.

Around the house... a jigsaw puzzle on the dining room table, 2 new chairs in the den that the kids are loving, a lego table in the living room that needs to be delivered to a friend.

One of my favorite things... epiphanies.

A few plans for the rest of the week: start using my control journal again, cook dinner every night, book the beach house for May.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY May 25, 2009

Outside my window...then sun is getting lower, the air is humid, and the grass needs to be mowed.

I am thinking... about the things I need to get done before bedtime to get ready for tomorrow.

I am thankful for... our soldiers, past and present. Thank you for making that sacrifice for me and the rest of our country!

From the learning rooms... planning and praying for next year.

From the kitchen...full freezers and full pantry thanks to a great shopping trip this morning.

I am wearing...jeans and a white top, bare feet as usual.

I am creating... Nothing currently

I am going... to bed early! I am so sleepy...

I am reading... Stephen King's dark Tower series, Book 2: The drawing of The Three, and still reading my Bible.

I am hoping... that this week flies by, and my kids will be out for the summer!

I am hearing... a cartoon playing in the den

I am praying... for overtime on my husband's paycheck. His company has cut everyone's hours(save his and a few others) down to 32 hours a week.

Around the house... toys from #3's birthday party Saturday. We had to have it a week early, his real birthday is next Saturday.

One of my favorite things... long weekends!

A few plans for the rest of the week: a field trip for #2, exams for #1, cleaning out the spare room for my nephew, T.



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#3 at his birthday party



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FOR TODAY April 27, 2009

Outside my window... it is humid and hot already.

I am thinking... about #3, and wondering what kind of day he's having. I'm second guessing myself (as usual) about the decisions I'm making about school next year.

I am thankful for... the wonderful day at the beach with my family yesterday. We had a great time together.

From the learning rooms... planning and praying for next year.

From the kitchen...a full pantry, thanks to my new coupon craze. I'll never go back to shopping the old way again.

I am wearing...jeans and a lavender top, my feet are bare

I am creating... doubt in myself, which is one of my biggest faults.

I am going... no where today until school gets out. Mondays are for cleaning the house.

I am reading... nothing right now. I need a good distraction!

I am hoping... that I'm doing the right thing for #3.

I am hearing... a truck down the road

I am praying... for guidance, as always!

Around the house... weekend mess awaits me.

One of my favorite things... being able to depend on God when I can't depend on myself.

A few plans for the rest of the week: de-cluttering the kids' rooms and laundry room shelves, taking Mom to the dr. Friday for a cortisone shot.



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#3 flying his kite at the beach



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FOR TODAY April 13, 2009

Outside my window... it's cloudy and windy, and I'm hoping for rain

I am thinking... about some big changes

I am thankful for... God's guidance. He has opened my eyes to things I've been overlooking, and things can only get better from here.

From the learning rooms... some changes in plans. Homeschooling is still in our future, but differently than we had planned.

From the kitchen...dirty dishes that are waiting for me

I am wearing... jeans and a t-shirt

I am creating... a education plan for our family, including myself.

I am going... to pick the kids up soon, and then maybe to meet the principal of the brand-new elementary school nearby.

I am reading... Stephen King

I am hoping... that my husband gets some overtime this week. This economy seems hopeless.

I am hearing... the wind blowing through the trees.

Around the house... just weekend clutter to pick up.

One of my favorite things... realizing I'm right on track when I actually thought I was lost!



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Our lovely Easter eggs!



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FOR TODAY March 30, 2009

Outside my window... it's surprisingly cool

I am thinking... this is going to be a crazy week

I am thankful for... God's guidance! I'd be completely lost right now without it.

From the learning rooms... making decisions about #1's curriculum, and for my 13 year old nephew, T, who's coming to live with us.

From the kitchen...coupons clipped and grocery list made, just need to shop now

I am wearing... yoga pants and a t-shirt

I am creating... a plan for my children

I am going... grocery shopping, and to lunch with my mom and sister

I am reading... and old Stephen King, Night Shift, and Little House with #2

I am hoping... that T loves it here

I am hearing... the heat running. By noon, the a.c. will need to come on!

Around the house... Laundry to fold, and weekend aftermath

One of my favorite things... playing outside with my kids on warm spring days

A few plans for the rest of the week: the kids have standardized testing this week at school, dr's appointment Thursday, dentist on Friday


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My nephew, T, at Edisto Island last summer.


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FOR TODAY February 23, 2009

Outside my window... sunny but cold with a crisp wind

I am thinking... about cleaning my house today

I am thankful for...my husband and children

From the learning rooms...planning, planning, and more planning

From the kitchen...hot coffee awaits

I am wearing...jeans, long-sleeved shirt, and tennis shoes

I am creating... a plan for my health and fitness

I am going... nowhere today

I am reading...homeschool catalogs...still

I am hoping... to get the house clean before the kids come home from school

I am hearing... the heat running

Around the house... lies weekend aftermath, typical Monday

One of my favorite things...listening to my son read me a bedtime story

A few plans for the rest of the week: karate for the kids, walking for me, decluttering


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FOR TODAY February 16, 2009

Outside my window... it's rainy and cold

I am thinking... about bringing our nephew to live with us

I am thankful for...a wonderful birthday party for my daughter. She loved it!

From the learning rooms...preparations for next year's homeschooling

From the kitchen...my shopping list is waiting to be written

I am wearing...yoga pants and a t-shirt

I am creating...a plan for next school year

I am going...out to run errands today

I am reading...Sense and Sensibility

I am hoping...that my cold is gone soon!

I am hearing... the hum of the computer

Around the house...it looks like cupid threw up, lol. Valentine's junk is everywhere!

One of my favorite things...watching my children play

A few plans for the rest of the week: not much until I get rid of this cold


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My Princess on her birthday!

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FOR TODAY February 9 , 2009

Outside my window... it's a little warmer

I am thinking... about buying a new alarm clock since my has failed me 3 times in the past two weeks.

I am thankful for...my family, and the opportunity to support my friends in their time of grief

From the learning rooms...preparations for next year's homeschooling

From the kitchen...Monday: Chicken noodle soup with yeast rolls
Tuesday: Meatball Stroganoff with noodles
Wednesday: Beef Enchiladas
Thursday: Country Fried Steak and gravy with Rice
Friday: Sloppy Joes

I am wearing...comfy pants and a t-shirt

I am creating...a legacy for my children

I am going...nowhere today, I'm keeping my best friends' child while they attend a funeral

I am reading...Sense and Sensibility

I am hoping...that I can bless my house this morning

I am hearing... Night at the Museum playing in the den

Around the house...are the remnants of a weekend full of children

One of my favorite things...waking up late, yet being organized enough to still get everyone out the door on time...no tardies!

A few plans for the rest of the week: decluttering kitchen cabinets, Karate with the kids


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FOR TODAY February 2, 2009

Outside my window... the sun is shining and the temperature is warming up for a few days

I am thinking... about how much I have to do today

I am thankful for...the support of my family

From the learning rooms...preparations for next year's homeschooling

From the kitchen...Monday: Chicken quesadillas with guacamole
Tuesday: Burgers and fries
Wednesday: Ranch Chicken with rice
Thursday: Beef Stew
Friday: Spaghetti and salad with homemade rolls

I am wearing...jeans and a t-shirt, and slippers on my feet

I am creating...an idea for a quilt

I am going...nowhere today

I am reading...Sense and Sensibility

I am hoping...to have an appointment for my son by Wednesday

I am hearing... classical music on the phone as I wait on hold

Around the house...is weekend clutter, waiting to be picked up

One of my favorite things...reading while sipping my coffee

A few plans for the rest of the week: decluttering the house, filing taxes, paying bills

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A horseshoe crab from our vacation at the beach last June. I can't wait to go back!

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For today, January 26, 2009

Outside my window...6 pine trees lay on the ground, cut into pieces

I am thinking...that God is good!

I am thankful for...my family, and for God's hand in everything we do

From the learning rooms...still preparing for homeschool next year

From the kitchen...dinner is in the fridge, chicken and rice I made last night

I am wearing...jeans and a t-shirt and nothing on my feet

I am creating...a comfortable home for my family by getting rid of clutter

I am going...nowhere until school gets out

I am reading...The Power of a Positive Mom by Karol Ladd, and homeschool catalogs

I am hoping...that my step-mom hears good news from the doctor today

I am hearing...the hum of the computer

Around the house...I've accomplished much over the weekend

One of my favorite things...weekends with my mom

A few plans for the rest of the week: more decluttering and deep cleaning

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For today, January 19, 2009

Outside my window...the rain drips from the pines

I am thinking...that today is going to be a good one

I am thankful for...my family, and for this extra day with my children before they go back to school

From the learning rooms...we are planning for next school year, when we'll begin homeschooling

From the kitchen...coffee is waiting to be brewed

I am wearing...a gown and my soft, cozy robe

I am creating...a plan for my children's education

I am going...nowhere today, I'm content to stay warm inside with my babies

I am reading...homeschool catalogs

I am hoping...that #3 gets an appointment soon

I am hearing...#3 playing with our chihuahua

Around the house...weekend clutter is lying a bout waiting to be picked up

One of my favorite things...extra days off from school for my kids

A few plans for the rest of the week: decluttering and researching curricula

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