As I've been nursing a sick child and thinking about my to do list, I've decided to spend some time appreciating what we do that I really like. We've been more conscious about spending time around the dinner table. We've been reading and discussing devotionals with the kids, and it has been so good to focus on what is important, instead of the urgent. We're trying to find a young kid friendly service project, but it seems that 4 yo is still too young.
A friend of mine posted this video on her blog, and it seems to be in the same context of focusing on what is important:
Friday, December 5, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Cuddling on the Couch
I'm back from my solo vacation. We've had Thanksgiving dinner with several out of town visitors. I love visitors. We spent our time eating good food, antique shopping, & a lovely Christmas Lights Parade. I loved every minute of it. I ended up with a lovely dresser which I've been looking for one for over 2 years, and since all of the furniture bought couldn't fit into the van for the ride home, I ended up with a couple of "borrowed" pieces.
For Thanksgiving dinner, we had Smoked Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & gravy, Dressing, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Biscuits, Cranberry Relish, Pumpkin Pie, Dutch Apple Pie, and Upside Down Pecan Pie. It was all delicious if I do say so myself. Now if I could figure out how to make it just as good without gaining 3 pounds in the process. I also made buckeyes, a smoked turkey casserole for another night, and Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. We bought Peanut Brittle from the senior citizen center. Everything was just too good.
Now, back to reality: I've gotten the Christmas decorations out, but haven't been able to put them up because C is running a fever, and has a cough. It seems to be viral, like a really bad cold. So instead of paying bills, putting up decorations, and becoming more organized, I have held and cuddled a pitifully sick child. I must admit that I have some ambivalent feelings on the whole subject. I enjoy the holding, but not the sickness and complaining. Also, I get overwhelmed by looking at all of the unfinished things. I just keep telling myself that as the Lord says, "My grace is sufficient for thee."
For Thanksgiving dinner, we had Smoked Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & gravy, Dressing, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Biscuits, Cranberry Relish, Pumpkin Pie, Dutch Apple Pie, and Upside Down Pecan Pie. It was all delicious if I do say so myself. Now if I could figure out how to make it just as good without gaining 3 pounds in the process. I also made buckeyes, a smoked turkey casserole for another night, and Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. We bought Peanut Brittle from the senior citizen center. Everything was just too good.
Now, back to reality: I've gotten the Christmas decorations out, but haven't been able to put them up because C is running a fever, and has a cough. It seems to be viral, like a really bad cold. So instead of paying bills, putting up decorations, and becoming more organized, I have held and cuddled a pitifully sick child. I must admit that I have some ambivalent feelings on the whole subject. I enjoy the holding, but not the sickness and complaining. Also, I get overwhelmed by looking at all of the unfinished things. I just keep telling myself that as the Lord says, "My grace is sufficient for thee."
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Being Disciplined is Exhausting
For almost a week, I have set some priorities in my day. I sat down last Thursday, and I decided what I really wanted to do each day, and then I've actually done those things first. Sometimes, that's really all I've gotten done, but I've done them. I've gone to bed earlier, and I've gotten up on time. I've completed my bible study and I've exercised. On some days, I've done some housework, and on others I've gotten some paperwork finished. I've worked on pacing myself so why am I so tired?
Now, I'm off to get dressed after my workout. I'm getting my hair done today, and it really, really, really needs it.
P.S. On Monday, I made the most delicious Italian Chicken & Dumplings from Rachael Ray. Mmmm ....
Now, I'm off to get dressed after my workout. I'm getting my hair done today, and it really, really, really needs it.
P.S. On Monday, I made the most delicious Italian Chicken & Dumplings from Rachael Ray. Mmmm ....
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Bucket List
I keep seeing these bucket lists floating around so here goes:
(I decided to just list what I've done so far ...)
Climbed a waterfall.
Taken a candlelit bath with someone.
Said "I love you" and meant it.
Hugged a tree.
Visited Paris,
Stayed up all night long and saw the sun rise.
Gone to a huge sports game.
Grown and eaten your own vegetables.
Slept under the stars.
Changed a baby's diaper.
Watched a meteor shower.
Looked up at the night sky through a telescope.
Had an uncontrollable giggling fit at the worst possible moment.
Had a snowball fight.
Screamed as loudly as you possibly can.
Ridden a roller coaster.
Danced like a fool and didn't care who was looking.
Adopted an accent for an entire day.
Actually felt happy about your life, even for just a moment.
Had two hard drives for your computer.
Had amazing friends.
Taken a road-trip.
In a restaurant, sat at a stranger's table and had a meal with them.
Alphabetized your CD'S.
Pretended to be a superhero.
Sung karaoke.
Lounged around in bed all day.
Kissed in the rain.
Played in the rain.
Gone to a drive-in theater.
Started a business.
Fallen in love and not had your heart broken.
Toured ancient sites.
Gotten married.
Made cookies from scratch.
Gotten flowers for no reason.
Performed on stage.
Recorded music. (Technically I was in the recording, but thank God, you couldn't hear me.)
Bought a house.
Passed out cold.
Picked up and moved to another city.
Sang loudly in the car, and didn't stop when you knew someone was looking.
Ridden a horse.
Had major surgery. (A C-section is major surgery!)
Visited more foreign countries than U.S. States.
Eaten sushi.
Had your picture in the newspaper.
Gone back to school.
Touched a cockroach.
Eaten fried green tomatoes.
Read The Iliad and The Odyssey.
Selected one "important" author who you missed in school, and read.
Skipped all your school reunions.
Communicated with someone without sharing a common spoken language.
Thought to yourself that you're living your dream.
Had a booth at a street fair.
Dyed your hair.
Caused a car accident.
Skipped school.
(I decided to just list what I've done so far ...)
Climbed a waterfall.
Taken a candlelit bath with someone.
Said "I love you" and meant it.
Hugged a tree.
Visited Paris,
Stayed up all night long and saw the sun rise.
Gone to a huge sports game.
Grown and eaten your own vegetables.
Slept under the stars.
Changed a baby's diaper.
Watched a meteor shower.
Looked up at the night sky through a telescope.
Had an uncontrollable giggling fit at the worst possible moment.
Had a snowball fight.
Screamed as loudly as you possibly can.
Ridden a roller coaster.
Danced like a fool and didn't care who was looking.
Adopted an accent for an entire day.
Actually felt happy about your life, even for just a moment.
Had two hard drives for your computer.
Had amazing friends.
Taken a road-trip.
In a restaurant, sat at a stranger's table and had a meal with them.
Alphabetized your CD'S.
Pretended to be a superhero.
Sung karaoke.
Lounged around in bed all day.
Kissed in the rain.
Played in the rain.
Gone to a drive-in theater.
Started a business.
Fallen in love and not had your heart broken.
Toured ancient sites.
Gotten married.
Made cookies from scratch.
Gotten flowers for no reason.
Performed on stage.
Recorded music. (Technically I was in the recording, but thank God, you couldn't hear me.)
Bought a house.
Passed out cold.
Picked up and moved to another city.
Sang loudly in the car, and didn't stop when you knew someone was looking.
Ridden a horse.
Had major surgery. (A C-section is major surgery!)
Visited more foreign countries than U.S. States.
Eaten sushi.
Had your picture in the newspaper.
Gone back to school.
Touched a cockroach.
Eaten fried green tomatoes.
Read The Iliad and The Odyssey.
Selected one "important" author who you missed in school, and read.
Skipped all your school reunions.
Communicated with someone without sharing a common spoken language.
Thought to yourself that you're living your dream.
Had a booth at a street fair.
Dyed your hair.
Caused a car accident.
Skipped school.
Been to Canada.
Been to Europe.
Been to Mexico.
Been to Florida.
Seen 'The Wall' memorial in D.C.
Been on a plane.
Been lost.
Been on the opposite side of the country.
Gone to Washington, DC.
Swam in the Pacific Ocean.
Swam in the Atlantic Ocean.
Swam in the Gulf of Mexico.
Cried yourself to sleep.
Played cops and robber or cowboys and Indians.
Recently colored with crayons.
Done something you told yourself you wouldn't.
Made prank phone calls.
Laughed until your face hurt.
Laughed until some kind of beverage came out of your nose.
Caught a snowflake on your tongue.
Danced your heart out.
Written a letter to Santa Claus.
Been kissed under the mistletoe.
Watched the sunrise with someone.
Blown bubbles.
Gone ice skating.
Gone to the movies.
Sat outside in the rain.
1. Any nickname? Yes, but I'm not bringing that up again!
2. Mother's name? Sherry
3. Favorite drink? Peach Iced Tea
4. Any tattoos? Nope
5. Body Piercings? Ears
6. What animal would you be if you could choose one? A bird
7. Birthplace? Houston, TX
8. Favorite vacation spot? Mountain Cabin
9. Ever been to Africa? no
10. Ever eaten just cookies for dinner? No, but I do occasionally eat dessert first.
11. Ever been on TV? No
12 Ever steal any traffic signs? No
13. Ever been in a car accident? Yes, a few of them ... Is that what's wrong with me?
14. Drive a 2-door or 4-door vehicle? 4
15. Favorite brand of body wash?Olay Quench
16. Favorite TV show? Too many.
17. Favorite number? 7? Who knows?
18. Favorite movie(s) Too many.
19. Favorite holiday? Thanksgiving
20. Favorite dessert? Hot Fudge Sundae
Been to Europe.
Been to Mexico.
Been to Florida.
Seen 'The Wall' memorial in D.C.
Been on a plane.
Been lost.
Been on the opposite side of the country.
Gone to Washington, DC.
Swam in the Pacific Ocean.
Swam in the Atlantic Ocean.
Swam in the Gulf of Mexico.
Cried yourself to sleep.
Played cops and robber or cowboys and Indians.
Recently colored with crayons.
Done something you told yourself you wouldn't.
Made prank phone calls.
Laughed until your face hurt.
Laughed until some kind of beverage came out of your nose.
Caught a snowflake on your tongue.
Danced your heart out.
Written a letter to Santa Claus.
Been kissed under the mistletoe.
Watched the sunrise with someone.
Blown bubbles.
Gone ice skating.
Gone to the movies.
Sat outside in the rain.
1. Any nickname? Yes, but I'm not bringing that up again!
2. Mother's name? Sherry
3. Favorite drink? Peach Iced Tea
4. Any tattoos? Nope
5. Body Piercings? Ears
6. What animal would you be if you could choose one? A bird
7. Birthplace? Houston, TX
8. Favorite vacation spot? Mountain Cabin
9. Ever been to Africa? no
10. Ever eaten just cookies for dinner? No, but I do occasionally eat dessert first.
11. Ever been on TV? No
12 Ever steal any traffic signs? No
13. Ever been in a car accident? Yes, a few of them ... Is that what's wrong with me?
14. Drive a 2-door or 4-door vehicle? 4
15. Favorite brand of body wash?Olay Quench
16. Favorite TV show? Too many.
17. Favorite number? 7? Who knows?
18. Favorite movie(s) Too many.
19. Favorite holiday? Thanksgiving
20. Favorite dessert? Hot Fudge Sundae
21. Favorite food? Warm Bread and Butter
22. Favorite day of the week? Any day I don't work
23. Name something/someone you love. My family and a few friends
22. Favorite day of the week? Any day I don't work
23. Name something/someone you love. My family and a few friends
24. Favorite toothpaste? Crest
25. Favorite smell? Cinnamon
25. Favorite smell? Cinnamon
26. How do you relax? knit & read
27. How do you see yourself in 10 years? Fit & Healthy
28. How many States will you send this message to? ??? (Why don't those of you who read it, leave a comment with your state?)
29. Who will respond to this the fastest? Beth
30. When was the last time you belly laughed? C has me laughing at least once or twice a week.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Thank Goodness It's Friday
I'm so glad that it's Friday. N will be home from Costa Rica today. I'm so glad because I'm just exhausted because I've gotten about 6 hours sleep this whole week. I just can't sleep well while Nate is away. I hear every noise, and I get cold. On top of this, G was sick and we were at the drs office a couple of times. After her fever, she developed hives, and I need to put in a call to the drs office because I still can't figure out exactly to what she was allergic. Then, I've been on the phone straightening out a couple of issues with our mortgage and insurance. I hate beaurocracy!
On Monday, I layered ravioli, meat sauce, and cheese in a casserole dish. We've eaten it 3 times this week which has really helped with putting dinner on the table. It has even provided some comfort in the midst of all of the chaos called life.
Today I taught C how to dust by putting socks on his hands. He helped with the laundry and vacuuming the stairs. I really don't usually do this, and I've been convicted that I need to work as well as play with my kids. If I do all of the work, then I end up not spending much time at all with them because I'm too busy working. Besides they need to learn how to take care of a home. I think if I work them, I'll actually spend more time playing with them as well.
I've been working on a couple of baby blankets for friends who have babies, and I have a bolero that I need to finish. I'll probably try to bring these on my upcoming trip to Texas.
Anyone trying any new recipes for Thanksgiving?
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