Posted in A Simple Woman's Daybook
For Today, August 17, 2009.
Outside My Window... It is a day as clear as crystal, with no trace of clouds, no hint of a breeze, and the sun promising an unrelenting day of heat.
I am Thinking... Of the myriad of things that are vying for my undivided attention, among them being: lesson planning, de-cluttering, home improvement projects, three birthdays this week, and the simple day-to-day chores that, when left undone or half-done, can make you so sorry you didn't put them first.
I am Thankful For... my husband.
From the Learning Rooms... there's comes a not-so-subtle shift in the way our learning takes place. I'm reaching back to find my Charlotte Mason roots, and giving the boys this week and next to relax once again before we begin our more gentle lessons anew.
From the Kitchen... Is simply the wonderful aroma of our morning coffee, but the kitchen holds the promise of delightful meals and treats that are on tap for this week.
I am Wearing... Tan capris, a soft blue polo shirt, bare feet, a white cardigan, and a twisty French braid.
I am Creating... Oh! So many things! Crocheting a Christmas gift, sewing an apron and bag holder for our trailer, cutting out/sewing a new robe for Jigger, and hopefully making myself a couple of new nightgowns shortly.
I am Going... Nowhere today, but many places tomorrow. Gifts to buy/send, food to be bought for our camping trip this weekend, and the library, just to name a few.
I am Reading... "The Friday Night Knitting Club," "A Charlotte Mason Companion," and several books that are under review for our next school year.
I am Hoping... To sail through the next two weeks with no complaints and only encouragement, kindness, and patience.
I am Hearing... The whine of lawnmowers and leaf blowers as the lawn service crew maintains the park across the street, the hum of the air conditioner, and my thoughts telling me to Hurry Up! Daylight's burning!
Around the House... There is much to be accomplished within the next two weeks: home improvement projects, cleaning projects, de-cluttering projects... one almost doesn't know where to begin and so decides to sit down and enjoy blogging a post.... *grin*
One of my Favorite Things... Is getting up early on my own on the weekend, softly padding downstairs in my nightgown, making coffee, and having an hour or two to myself while the rest of the house and family slumber on.
A few Plans for the Week are... Planning hubby's birthday, ticking off things on my to-do list, lesson planning, and focusing.
Here is a Picture Thought I am Sharing... from a trip north in June:
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