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Good Morning! It's hard to believe that August is almost over. The kids start their college classes this week, so summer is officially over for them. Most of their friends are already back in class, so the fun activities have slowed down some.
Therese and I made a quick visit up north to visit the grandparents and take a small trip to PA. We visited a few cute Amish stores and two amazing fabric stores. I would be broke if I lived close by. I love looking at fabric. I know I could order it online, but I love seeing the colors, feeling the texture, and seeing the weight of the fabric in my hands.
We've been busy working on the porch still. We've added a few new projects to the list. We're updating the chicken coop and the fence in the backyard. We also purchased a beautiful wood table. It's solid wood, old, and made well. We're going to sand it and then paint and stain it. I'm so excited.
Let's get on with Happy Homemaker Monday with our beautiful hostess Sandra from Diary of a Stay at Home Mom.
The Weather~
It's been in the high 70s and low 80s here the past few weeks. Overall not too bad. We have had a few days of high humidity which were not fun when you're working outside.
Monday~ Showers, 80*
Tuesday~ Mostly Sunny, 83*
Wednesday~Mostly Sunny, 84*
Thursday~ Mostly Sunny, 86*
Friday~ Partly Cloudy, 87*
Saturday~ Partly Cloudy, 82*
Sunday~ Partly Cloudy, 83*
As I Look Out My Window~
The sun is up and it's bright and sunny outside. It looks beautiful out. The temps were nice this morning when I let out the girls.
Right Now I Am ~
I am enjoying my cup of coffee, I'm sitting at the kitchen table typing up this post up. Listening to the dog snore next to me.
Thinking and Pondering~
I'm thinking about all that needs to get done....the porch, the chicken coop, the dining room table, and chairs, as well as all the other house stuff that needs to be done daily and weekly.
How am I Feeling~
I'm feeling pretty good. I'm ready to start a new week. My allergies have died down a little. so not too bad. I'm a little nervous for the kids as they start their college journey.
What's for Breakfast~
My one cup of coffee. I've found out that if I have more than that, my stomach bothers me.
Nap time and Cuddle time
Looking Around the House~
It's not too bad. The floors need to be vacuumed and mopped. The kitchen needs to be cleaned off.
On the To-Do List This Week~
Laundry
Meal plan for the next 2 weeks
Plan a few blog posts
Finish up my lesson plans for Sunday school next year
Work on a quilt and the tree skirts I'm making
Help hubby with the porch and the chicken coop
Sand the table and chairs
Head to the library
Visit the fabric store to get some more fabric for my tree skirts
Reupholster the old chairs so they can be used downstairs
On My Reading Pile~
Sold on Monday- A wonderful book based on the Depression era.
Mother Angelica's Little Book of Life Lessons and Everyday Spirituality- I'm still reading through this one. I read a few pages each morning while I drink my coffee.
Outlander (Book 1)
On TV this week~
I'm still watching the new season of Virgin River. I have been watching a few reruns of ER while I fold laundry.
On the Menu this Week~
Monday~ Spaghetti and Meatballs with Zucchini
Tuesday~ Brown Sugar & Balsamic Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans
Wedensday~ Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, and Corn on the Cob
Thrusday~ Sausage, Potato, & Broccoli Sheet Pan Supper
Friday~ Upside Down Nacho Skillet, Mexican Corn, and Fruit Salad
Saturday~ Burgers, Potato Wedges, and Salad
Sunday~ Dr. Pepper Pulled pork, potato salad, corn
If I Have a Few Minutes to Myself, I Will~
Catch up on some reading
Start teaching myself to crochet
Start a new quilt with fabric I bought in PA
Create some new homeschool sheets to add to my store
One of My Simple Pleasures~
I love sitting outside stretched out on the porch swing reading a good book. I love seeing the trees and flowers and hearing the wildlife around me.
From the Camera~
We said goodbye to this sweet girl last week. Sweet Pea was handraised by Therese and lived a long healthy life. She was 8 years old. I noticed she had been slowing down quite a bit lately, so I knew her time was coming. She enjoyed cuddles her last few days.
Praying For~
Our Country and our leaders
The world and all the craziness that is going on in it right now
My friends and family
All the kids heading back to school
All the moms saying goodbye to their college freshman
Till Next Time,
Monique