We had a real good day yesterday. We went to the mall for a bit, before all the kids dressed in costumes started to show up. I signed up at Barnes and Nobles for the teacher discount, 20% off of books. I like that. We then went to the library, which was very pleasant. The kids learned more about the card catalog, and finding books on the shelves. We went to Wal-mart, then met Paul for dinner. We really enjoyed the new restaurant. It's new to us anyway. After that we went back to Barnes and Nobles for a Starbuck's coffee. It truly was a great night. Thanks for all the encouragement and your comments, they were very sweet.
Then today I unpacked 11 more boxes. I have all my knick knacks and extra things either put out on display or packed away so I can rotate them out later. I also have my laundry room straightened up. I worked on our bedroom closet on Tuesday. And now that I have gone through those boxes, I can now park our vehicle in the garage. I've never had a garage big or clean enough to park my car in, so I'm pretty excited about that. The last main group of boxes I need to go through are my craft boxes. Half of them will be repacked and left in the garage so I can get things out of them when I need them. The other half will be set up in our living room. I have a small multi-purpose area there, and I'm going to buy a rubbermaid type drawer/shelf unit there to hold some of my things. It's actually turning out quite nice. So once that is done, the main parts of the garage will be arranged and done. After that it's just some odds and ends things. It feels good to be getting things organized. I'm hoping to have the craft part done this weekend. If I can find the drawer/shelf unit tomorrow, I think I'll have it finished. We don't have any other plans this weekend, thankfully, so I should have the time.
Our lessons are going well too. We are working on some character traits a bit more lately. It seems like we are hitting new 'areas' in their lives lately. It's funny, when these new areas hit, it takes a while to realize they are new growth areas that need to have some fine tuning. Then, once we notice that, we start to focus on it more, and things smooth out a bit. I guess maybe I just don't always see it for what it is at first. But, at least I get it, eventually, right?
So that has been our past couple of days. For some reason, ever since we moved, I can't seem to get back to blogging every day. I guess that's probably a good thing, but it feels strange. I can't get into my regular morning routine either, but I'm sure it will come eventually. I'll just keep pushing through.
That is great that you were able to get so much done already. I know as the empty boxes start piling up you feel so accomplished. I still have the junk drawer and important paper work containers to sort. I wonder if I will ever get to them...hhhmmmm ; p
:>Michelle
Man, you are good! I feel as if after 6 months we are finally settled in the new home. You are already there! As you get your house in order, you'll have more free space in your brain for blogging. I found the same thing happened to me. It was just a momentary glitch. :-)
Sounds like you are living in a nice area with stores nearby.
Jenn
I'm so glad you all had a wonderful afternoon and evening that day.
I know about room for your crafts, this is how I felt many times after I moved, I am glad you have a little living room corner for it.
IKWYM by Blogging time, this is how I felt after I came back from Brazil. It takes time to process and rethink life after a major event. Just now I feel I can Blog at a normal pace....maybe too much????
((((Brazilian hugs))))
P.S. I almost forgot, I use a Rotary Cutter and Mat for my quilting. Also I've learned a trick as to how to keep your seems matching.... I will have to explain later.
Whether you blog every day or not. I enjoy your blog. You actually post a lot more than a lot of the people on my list. I'm glad you are enjoying your new house.
Glad Wed. went well for you all and also happy to hear that you are getting settled so fast. Don't apologize for not blogging every day, it helps me from falling behind. lol Have a Great Weekend!
I am a wife and mother of two. I started this blog to share the things the Lord shows me in my journey as a wife, mother, homeschool mom and His daughter. And in it all to "grow in the grace and knowledge of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."
II Peter 3:18
We then went to the library, which was very pleasant. The kids learned more about the card catalog, and finding books on the shelves. We went to Wal-mart, then met Paul for dinner. We really enjoyed the new restaurant. It's new to us anyway. After that we went back to Barnes and Nobles for a Starbuck's coffee. It truly was a great night. Thanks for all the encouragement and your comments, they were very sweet.
But, at least I get it, eventually, right? 
