Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY
Outside my window... the sun is setting. I can set the pinkish sky through my kitchen window.

I am thinking... when will the fall weather arrive? The temperature is forecasted to drop 10 degrees later in the week :) I would prefer the 60s though.

I am thankful for... the priviledge to teach my children at home.

From the learning rooms... today was our first day. We did bible, phonics, penmanship, reading, spelling, math, history, computer and arts and crafts. It was a good start.

From the kitchen... one of our family's favorite dinners- pot roast made in the crockpot, gravy, mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables.

I am wearing... light khaki shorts and a light turquoise shirt.

I am going... to the doctor for my annual on Wednesday. I don't like going to the doctor but thankfully I have a great one who I love.

I am reading... the Bible. I started reading "Womanly Dominion" since our book club will be starting up again this week.

I am hearing... the A/C, fan and my husband talking.

One of my favorite things... routine. I am happy to be back to our fall schedule. I enjoy summer but towards the end I look forward to fall.

A picture for sharing... the cake and cupcakes I made for my daughter's birthday tea party.


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Wednesday's Hodgepodge

I am linking up today for Wednesday Hodgepodge hosted by Joyce.


1. What is one piece of advice you would give a 'just turning' 21- year old adult?

Remember that whatever decision you make, you will always remember it for the rest of your life. So while you think you are all grown, remember that you will always need the advice of those older and wiser than you.


2. Besides cooler weather (or warmer weather, depending on your hemisphere) what is one thing you are looking forward to this fall?

Apple picking. I love driving out on the North Fork of Long Island. We go apple picking, stop at the farm stands and buy Mums and enjoy the crisp air.


3. What sound lulls you to sleep?

The air conditioner. If it is too cold for that then the air purifier. I have trouble falling asleep in complete silence.

4. September is National Preparedness Month...does your family have an emergency 'kit' and/or disaster plan in place?

Considering we just needed one for Irene, I would say yes. I have flashlights and candles and we always have lots of food in the pantry. One thing I would like is a generator. I will have to keep my eye out for a sale.


5. How has your blog changed since you started blogging? Or has it?

I don't think it has changed much.


6. What's something you've recently learned to do on the computer?

Unfortunately I haven't learned anything new recently. But since blogging I have learned to include pictures in my post (although I seldom do), and change my background (which I will be doing soon for fall).


7. Is a picture worth a thousand words? Elaborate.

I recently saw a picture of myself and it told me that I need to lose weight!


8. Insert your own random here.

We usually have pretty quiet weather here on Long Island, but in one week we felt the effects of an earthquake and a tropical storm. I wonder if this winter there will be a lot more blizzards.

Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY
Outside my window... it is cloudy and humid. Not the nicest day for Labor Day.

I am thinking... I have not been on my blog in a while. Between the earthquake, Irene, and my laptop being down it seems longer than it has been.

I am thankful for... God's protection over us and our home during the storm. For our power being restored after about 53 hours!

From the learning rooms... our homeschool officially starts next Monday!

From the kitchen... penne a la vodka, sausage and meatballs leftover from yesterday. We had family over for my daughter's birthday.

I am wearing... a blue t-shirt and camel colored capris.

I am going... to my in-laws for cake tonight. That makes three celebrations for the daughter's birthday. Last week she had a tea party with her friends. I hope to post some pictures but haven't uploaded them yet.

I am reading... the Bible. I haven't been doing much reading lately besides that.

I am hearing... the washing machine, my kids on the Nintendo DS.

One of my favorite things... cake with custard and fresh strawberries for filling topped with whipped cream.

A picture for sharing... sorry but no picture this week. With my laptop down I haven't been able to upload any.

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