The Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY...December 1st, 2008

Outside my window...It's looks pretty cold out there with lots of snow, but I can still see a few squirrels looking for food.

I am thinking...About a terrible incident that happened yesterday in Oshawa that left a family without a member. You can read about it here.

I am thankful for...For my family.

From the learning rooms...The kids brought home their report cards last Friday, and they both did very well.

From the kitchen...I'm tired of cooking the same things all the time, so this week I'm going to change a bit. I'm hoping that my picky eaters won't have too much of an issue with it.

I am wearing... Older than old jeans (you know the type - full of holes!), pink hoodie and comfy socks.

I am creating...Finally finished the yearly photo book, now I just have to wait until it's printed. Can't wait! Also, I'm knitted a sweater for myself, which I want to finish in the next couple of days. I have a few scarves to knit as Christmas' presents and I don't want to leave it for the last minute.

I am reading...I'm re-reading Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts.

I am hoping...That I'll feel better soon. I don't have time to be sick! I have a ton to do....

I am hearing...I'm starting early this year. I'm listening to Diana Krall's Christmas album.

Around the house...Just the usual... Cleaning. Laundry and cooking.

One of my favorite things...Ginger Spice Cookies. You can get the recipe here.

A few plans for the rest of the week: I have Secret Santa package to mail out, also got to get the Christmas cards ready.

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FOR TODAY... November 24th, 2008

Outside my window... It's snowing again! I enjoy snow as much as the next person, but it's getting ridiculous. I want my snow at Christmas! Not now!

I am thinking... I caught K's cold.

I am thankful for... my family!

From the learning rooms... Just the usual, math, reading and writting.

From the kitchen... I'm making meatloaf. I think that we need some comfort food. It seems that all four of us have come down with a cold.

I am wearing... Old jean, with a dusty rose shirt and comfy socks.

I am creating... Nothing. Abslolutely nothing. I really should get some knitting done...

I am reading... I'm about to start Tumbling Through Time by Gwyn Cready.

I am hoping... That our flu shots this weekend will go off without a hitch. I have a child that does not do well with needles.

I am hearing... A local radio station, and the furnace making those strange noices - again.

Around the house... I want to get some Christmas decorations up, but that means I have to clean out the crawl space.

One of my favorite things... Vanilla scented candles!

A few plans for the rest of the week: See "Around the house".

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For Today...November 17th, 2008

Outside my window... I see the snow stacking up on my deck.

I am thinking... I really dislike winter!

I am thankful for... Bear hugs and wet kisses from my children.

From the learning rooms... Still working on geomatry with S, and word study with K.

From the kitchen... I thinking about making sausage and penne in wine sauce for dinner.

I am wearing... Blue jeans, with stripped white and black turtleneck, and chenille socks.

I am creating... Finally finished knitted hubby's sweater, and now it's my turn.

I am reading... Haven't started anything yet.

I am hoping... That we don't get any more snow! I know it's wishful thinking, but a girl can dream...

I am hearing... I'm listening to a local radio station.

Around the house... I need to organize our Christmas decorations, so we can put them up next weekend.

One of my favorite things... Grabbing a book, a nice cup of tea and getting comfortable in front of a fire.

A few plans for the rest of the week: We have S's birthday party Wednesday evening, and we have our family party on the weekend. For a change, I will try to be organized!

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This is what I'm not looking forward to, but it will come. Yikes!

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For Today...November 3rd, 2008

Outside my Window... Surprise! It's raining, again!

I am thinking... About having another cup of coffee.

From the learning rooms... We're working on improving K's reading skills, also we're working with his IEP. S just started geomatry, and she's loving it.

I am thankful for... Sticky kisses from my children.

From the kitchen... Haven't decided what to make just yet...but I'm leaning towards spaghetti and garlic bread.

I am wearing... Blue jeans and purple hoodie.

I am reading... I'm currently listening to Just Breathe by Susan Wigg, and I'm getting ready to start reading The Velvet Promise by Jude Deveraux.

I am hoping... For a pain free day.

I am creating... Still working on J's sweater.

I am hearing... A local radio station.

Around the house... I have to clean the fish tank.

One of my favorite things... Vanilla scented candles.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week... Cleaning up, and storing the Halloween decorations.

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This is what I'm looking forward to this afternoon...I don't have exotic fish, but maybe sometime soon.

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For Today... Monday, October 27th 2008

Outside my Window...It's raining, again! Will it ever stop?

I am thinking...I better get something for this sinus headache.

From the learning rooms...S has a math test today, I'm sure she'll do just fine, and K was excited about the craft that he was working on.

I am thankful for...Bobo is doing well after his surgery, and is at home resting. Who would of thought that a cat would give so much worry?

From the kitchen...Roast chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans.

I am wearing...Blue jeans, black t-shirt and ankle chenille socks. Comfy wear!

I am reading...Flower Net by Lisa See

I am hoping...That we have good weather for Halloween.

I am creating...I'm knitting a sweater for my husband.

I am hearing...I'm listening to an audiobook, The Highlander's Touch by Karen Marie Moning.

Around the house...I have laundry to wash, ironing to do and many more things...I just don't want to think about it.

One of my favorite things...Earl Grey tea and cranberry scones for an afternoon snack, which I'll be having this afternoon.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week...Put Halloween decorations up, get the treat bags ready, and pick up my cat ears for my costume.

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For Today, Monday October 6th, 2008

Outside my Window...It's a beatiful fall day. The sun is shinning and there's a cool breeze, and the patio furniture is put away.

I'm thinking... that it would a beautiful day to go for a long walk.

From the learning rooms... S has a math quiz today, and K is still learning his words. Which reminds me that I have more flash cards to work on.

I am thankful for... peace and quiet in the mornings.

From the kitchen... chicken and rice are in the slow cooker. Smells wonderful!

I am wearing... Blue jeans, a green t-shirt and a black hoodie.

I am reading... I just finished reading Sean Kingsley's God's Gold, and I'm about to start reading Chelsea Cain's Sweetheart.

I am hoping... that the weather tomorrow will be just as lovely as it is today. K's class is going to Laurel Creek, and I'm one of the volunteer parents.

I am creating... started knitting J's sweater last week. I haven't had much time to work on it, but I'm setting time for it this week.

I am hearing... someone's mowing their lawn. And also the radio is playing in the background.

Around the house... laundry is piling up and so is the ironing. It will get done!

One of my favorite things... Lady Grey tea, which I'm having a cup of right now.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week... I have closets to clean. Our church is collecting used clothing, and we have a lot to donate this year. I want to wash the windows, both indoor and outdoor.

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