Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY
Outside my window... it is dark and snowy. We had another few inches of snow today :)

I am thinking... back to schoolwork tomorrow.

I am thankful for... a fun weekend with my son's 6th birthday party.

From the learning rooms... we took today off for President's Day. The son played with his new Legos, my daughter played with her paper dolls, and they played in the snow.

From the kitchen... leftover sausage and peppers, meatballs, spaghetti, and cake. Oh and Irish Soda Bread- I am starting early this year.

I am wearing... blue flannel pajamas with a snowflake and "let it snow" pattern.

I am going... to host our ladies' book club this week.

I am reading... the Bible, Womanly Dominion: More than a Meek and Gentle Spirit.

I am hearing... "Leave It To Beaver" on the TV.

One of my favorite things... seeing my children smile.

A picture for sharing...here is the robot cake I made for my son's party:


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FOR TODAY
Outside my window... it is sunny and warm! It is 56 degrees- that is real warm for this time of year in NY. No jacket for me :)

I am thinking... what should we have for dinner?

I am thankful for... Valentine's Day- a day to show our love in a fun way and who doesn't like chocolate?

From the learning rooms... Valentine's Day activities- we sorted, counted, estimated and graphed conversation hearts, did Valentine's worksheets, and I am saving a special story for tonight.

From the kitchen... nothing at the moment :) This week I made Irish Soda Bread and Banana Bread.

I am wearing... jeans and a black v-neck t-shirt.

I am going... to the chiropractor in a little while.

I am reading... the Bible, Womanly Dominion: More than a Meek and Gentle Spirit.

I am hearing... my computer humming and the clock ticking. The house is very quiet since the kids are napping.

One of my favorite things... Russell Stover chocolates- my favorite is the caramel ones.

A picture for sharing...

My friend Michelle took this picture. You can see her post here.
Happy Valentine's Day!
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FOR TODAY
Outside my window... the sun is shining and birds are chirping. It is a beautiful spring day.
I am thinking... what shall I make for lunch?
I am thankful for...a day of rest yesterday.
From the learning rooms...multiplication, Little House on The Prairie, letter sounds.
From the kitchen...we had cheeseburgers on the BBQ last night. I also made a "not so crumby crumbcake" which was more of a coffeecake to me. It was very good though.
I am wearing... greenish capris and a yellow t-shirt.
I am going...not sure if I will go shopping tonight. Lands End is having a 25% off sale that ends tonight.
I am reading...the bible and "Womanly Dominion".
I am hoping...my neighbor doesn't have band practice tonight.
I am hearing...my kids playing outside, the lawnmower, birds chirping.
Around the house...cleaning and more cleaning. I have to do windows next.
One of my favorite things...the sweet sounds of kids giggling.

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FOR TODAY
Outside my window...it is getting dark
I am thinking...I don't want to workout
I am thankful for...a nice Mother's Day yesterday
From the learning rooms...administering the CAT test
From the kitchen...carrot cake and strawberry shortcake
I am wearing...gray yoga pants and a blue t-shirt
I am creating...?
I am going...to bed soon
I am reading...the bible
I am hoping...my headache feels better soon
I am hearing...my neighbor's band practice and screaming
Around the house...cleaning and organizing the basement
One of my favorite things...a hot cup of tea with milk
A picture I am sharing:



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FOR TODAY
Outside my window...the sun is shining beautifully!
I am thinking...I have to get moving
I am thankful for...a wonderful day of worship and rest yesterday
From the learning rooms...maybe we will make butter today (a project to go along with reading "Little House on the Prairie")
From the kitchen...leftover banana bread
I am wearing...comfy shorts, an Old Navy t-shirt and pink flip-flops (perfect for sleeping, exercising or cleaning)LOL
I am creating...?
I am going...to try to get lots of cleaning done today
I am reading...the bible
I am hoping...to get back on schedule
I am hearing...the hum from my laptop
Around the house...still doing spring cleaning
One of my favorite things...laughing with my children
A few plans for the rest of the week:finishing up my spring cleaning, ladies book study

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FOR TODAY
Outside my window...it is getting dark
I am thinking...I wish my neighbor would finish his band practice
I am thankful for...the encouragement we get from other Christians
From the learning rooms...getting back into the swing of things after Easter vacation
From the kitchen...leftover carrot cake, bunny cake and sausage pies (oh and a meatloaf I made for tomorrow)
I am wearing...jeans, black t-shirt and pink flip-flops
I am creating...my spring blog update
I am going...to make a cup of tea soon
I am reading...the bible
I am hoping...my neighbor finishes his band practice soon
I am hearing...my neighbor's band practicing (he plays the drums)
Around the house...the kids are watching Veggie Tales and having dessert, playing Batman with Daddy
One of my favorite things...seeing the first flowers of Spring
A few plans for the rest of the week:Looking forward to relaxing after a busy weekend
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...
Sorry, hubby doesn't want photos of the kids and those are all I have right now!

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FOR TODAY
March 29, 2010
Outside my window...it is pouring rain
I am thinking...I should do some spring cleaning
I am thankful for...the hope we celebrate this time of year
From the learning rooms...a relaxed schedule this week
From the kitchen...leftover whole wheat pizza from last night
I am wearing...still in my PJs; pink drawstring pants and a gray top
I am going...think I am staying in today
I am reading...Small Changes for a Better Life by Elizabeth George
I am hoping...to deep clean the kids' room today
I am hearing...the clothes dryer going, birds chirping
Around the house...laundry needs to put put away
One of my favorite things...snuggling with my kids
A few plans for the rest of the week: preparing for Easter; making sausage pies, a bunny cake
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...

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Theresa's Fourth Simple Woman Entry

FOR TODAY January 25, 2010

Outside my window...it is rainy and very windy

I am thinking...it is a great day for taking it easy, especially since the kids are not feeling well

I am thankful for... a warm house

I am wearing...my periwinkle PJ's and brown moccasin slippers (yes...still!)

I am remembering...what needs to be done today

I am going... to be staying home today

I am currently reading...a chapter in Genesis, Ezra, Matthew and Acts each day as part of a reading throught the bible in a year plan

I am hoping... my kids feel better real soon

On my mind... wondering if my husband will be going away this weekend

Noticing that...it is fun being a homemaker when your attitude is right

Pondering these words... "Water is hot at 211 degrees, but it boils at 212 degrees."

From the kitchen... homemade chicken soup and fresh bread leftover from the weekend

Around the house... figuring out what to put in my vase since I took out the cinnamon pine cones

One of my favorite things~ napping on a rainy day

From my picture journal...
Any ideas for the vase? Besides fresh flowers?

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Theresa's Fourth Simple Woman Entry

FOR TODAY
January 18, 2010
Outside my window...it is cool and cloudy
I am thinking...time to get moving
I am thankful for...a day off from homeschooling
From the learning rooms...taking the day off for MLK Day
From the kitchen...still have some fresh baked bread left
I am wearing...cozy fleece pajamas
I am creating...?
I am going...to work around the house today
I am reading...Small Changes for a Better Life by Elizabeth George
I am hoping...to get all the laundry done today
I am hearing...the air purifier running
Around the house...the kids are eating, laundry needs to get started
One of my favorite things...the start of a new week
A few plans for the rest of the week: Homeschooling, buying some new things for my bread making, organizing some things
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...


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Theresa's Third Simple Woman Entry

FOR TODAY
January 11, 2010
Outside my window...it is very dark out
I am thinking...it is almost bedtime
I am thankful for...a productive day
From the learning rooms...started cursive handwriting today
From the kitchen...the dishes are all done
I am wearing...yoga pants and a pale turquoise ribbed shirt
I am creating...?
I am going...to bed soon
I am reading...Small Changes for a Better Life by Elizabeth George
I am hoping...my friend gets the job she applied for
I am hearing...The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Around the house...lots of laundry to be done
One of my favorite things...my new steam mop
A few plans for the rest of the week: Catching up on laundry, homeschooling, exercising, getting together with some ladies for a book club
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...



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Theresa's Simple Woman Entry

FOR TODAY
January 4, 2010
Outside my window...the sun is shining, it is bitterly cold
I am thinking...I have so much to do today
I am thankful for...the beginning of another week
From the learning rooms...trying to get back on track today after Christmas vacation
From the kitchen...hot oatmeal and farina planned for breakfast-oops...switched to cold cereal as we were running behind schedule
I am wearing...a big comfy light blue robe and my Lands End slippers
I am creating...?
I am going...to the chiropractor today (SMILE)
I am reading...Proverbs 4 this morning
I am hoping...to get caught up with laundry today
I am hearing...the oil burner kicking on, the clock ticking
Around the house...Christmas decorations are still up
One of my favorite things...the quietness of the morning while everyone is still asleep
A few plans for the rest of the week:Take down the Christmas decorations later this week
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...thinking of hot summer days!


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Theresa's First Simple Woman Entry

FOR TODAY
December 28, 2009
Outside my window...it is dark and chilly
I am thinking... of how I really need to get the kids to bed
I am thankful... for my family
From the kitchen...way too many cookies
I am wearing...a comfy pair of black yoga pants and a long sleeve t-shirt (Lands End, of course!)
I am creating...?
I am going...to bed soon
I am reading...Loving God With All Your Mind by Elizabeth George (again)
I am hoping...to get back on my eating plan
I am hearing...my children playing
Around the house...the christmas tree is lit
One of my favorite things...
A few plans for the rest of the week: To spend some time planning school lessons, organizing the toys, cleaning out the basement
Here is picture for thought I am sharing...

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