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FOR TODAY

January 7th, 2013

Outside my window...

It is not as cold has it has been.. but brr!

We have some flurries coming down, but it looks to be a calm day.

 

 

I am thinking...

What do I want to do today…

So much to get done!

 

I am thankful for...

The time I have to get things done,

if I utilize it.

 

From the learning rooms...

We are back full tilt!

We played a bit of catch up last week.

This week we are starting back in with our normal studies

Math, English, Science, History, Spelling, Piano..

They are not super excited about diving back in, but they are

doing pretty good!

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

We are having taco’s tonight, with homemade Tortilla Shells!
We have been making a lot more of our stuff at home,

instead of buying it.. (such as Tortilla’s, bread, English Muffins, and Rolls)

 

 

I am wearing...

I’m still in my PJ’s…

I’m a bit slow moving this morning.

 

I am creating...

Some math worksheets right now..

 

I am going...

to work on school stuff, prep some things for girl scouts this weekend,

putting insulation up on some walls, and emptying Little Monkey’s room, so

we can finish mudding it! Then we will move on to painting!

 

I am reading...

I have finished two books in the last couple days.

I am starting “City of Women” next..

 

I am hoping...

that our nice organized rooms come together soon..

I really am ready for it to be done after a long YEAR of waiting!

 

 

I am hearing...

My kids doing school work..

Little Monkey counting!

 

Around the house...

We have a bit of laundry, sweeping, and vacuuming to do..

 

One of my favorite things...

is watching the faces of my Monkey’s when they get something!

They are so proud of themselves! I love it!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Crazy week starting tonight.. Cub Scouts, Library, Co-op, Car appt, Doc appt, Meetings, 4-H, Girl Scouts, and a visit back to the ER to get

Middle Monkey’s Staples removed!

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

I thought we needed a reminder that spring will be here soon!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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FOR TODAY

December 31, 2012

Outside my window...

Chilly but Sunny…

 

I am thinking...

Wow, can you believe tomorrow will be the

first day of 2013!!!!

Where has the year gone?

I am thankful for...

The opportunities that have come to me in the last year..

The new friends I have made over the year..

 

From the learning rooms...

We are finally getting back on track..

Much needed..

Can’t wait to get back in the swing of things..

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

Today we will be having…

Sloppy Joes, and some snacky foods thru out the day!

 

I am wearing...

My comfy clothes..

Since I don’t plan on going anywhere today.

 

I am creating...

Less clutter, and more organization

As well as prepping for the kids rooms to finally be painted!

 

I am going...

To enjoy another day home with my family today..

games, laughter and food

 

I am reading...

some really good blog posts this week..

Love the year in review things!

 

I am hoping...

That this new year brings some

peace with some things we have been struggling with..

More happiness, laughter, and family time!

 

I am hearing...

My kids quietly playing in their rooms.

 

Around the house...

I have laundry to fold, dishes to wash, floors to wash,

but it will have to wait til tomorrow!

 

One of my favorite things...

My children’s smiles..

They make my whole day!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Library, School, Doctor Appt, and more playing… You?

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

A look back at last Christmas…
Boy, have they changed!

 

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FOR TODAY

December 24th, 2012

 

Outside my window...

It is very cold, and partially sunny..

 

 

I am thinking...

Is it possible for Christmas Eve to be here already??!

I can’t wait to see what the day holds!

 

I am thankful for...

my hubby having today off for the first time in 5yrs!!!

 

From the learning rooms...

We have been really slacking..

A bit of math, reading, and science here and there..

Lots of Physical Education this week though,

playing in all the snow we got!

 

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

From the kitchen...

Tonight we are having left overs.. none of us want to cook!

 

I am wearing...

My Pj’s… Yup, didn’t have to leave the house

so I didn’t get dressed!

 

I am creating...

Nothing today…

 

I am going...

spend the day with my family playing games,

enjoying our time together.. and having fun!

 

I am reading...

Tonight we will read our new Christmas Book

this year’s is
“The Christmas Train” by Thomas Monson

 

I am hoping...

That my kids have a great Christmas and remember the

real meaning and reason for it.

 

I am hearing...

My kids quickly picking up their rooms,

so they are ready for Santa, and they

can play!

 

Around the house...

We are letting it all go today! Have a great Christmas Eve my friends!

 

One of my favorite things...

Watching my kids excitement grow!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Cleaning, Dinner with family, relaxing, playing, a meeting, and 4H

 

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

Making a editable Christmas Tree

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FOR TODAY

December 17th, 2012

 

Outside my window...

It is snowing and snowing some more…

 

 

I am thinking...

Wow, how many storms can we get in one week..

they are predicted for most of the whole week.

 

 

I am thankful for...

The warmth of our house, and having a roof over

our heads!

 

From the learning rooms...

We have been pretty laid back for the last couple of weeks..

We are schooling, but very light.

Mostly due to lack of getting back into the swing of things..

However, we are doing Science, History, and Co-op which

brings in Art, Creative Writing, and Spanish!

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

Chicken parmesan coming from our kitchen today!

 

I am wearing...

Jeans, t-shirt, and sweatshirt.. Brr!

 

I am creating...

a list of things that we need to finish up for

our goodie bags today…

 

I am going...

to be wrapping and cooking for a few days!

 

I am reading..

Nothing yet!

 

I am hoping...

This snow doesn’t ruin my whole week..

 

 

I am hearing...

The kids outside laughing while slide

 

Around the house...

I really need to catch up on my laundry, sweeping, and dishes..

 

One of my favorite things...

knowing that I get to say goodnight to my kids..

and that I am blessed to be with them so much.

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Cooking, wrapping, cooking, more wrapping, Co-op,
delivering presents, library, shopping, and our Christmas Party!

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..
The LL Bean Tree this year… isn’t it gorgeous. It stands 60ft Tall..

 

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FOR TODAY

December 2, 2012

 

Outside my window...

 

It is rainy and warm..

Yup, yesterday it was cold and icy… today it

is suppose to get in the 50’s!!!
What kind of weather is this…???!

 

 

I am thinking...

 

I can’t believe that December is here already!

Where has the time gone?

Having so much fun with all the festivities!

 

I am thankful for...

having such an amazing group of friends,

community and more!

 

From the learning rooms...

We are still on vacation for a few days..

I am pulling together the next 6 wks of lessons..

I’m almost there..

Then we will tackle some more Botany,

Math, English, History, and more!

 

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

 

I’m thinking homemade pizza tonight!

It is one of our favorites!

What are you having?!

 

 

I am wearing...

Jeans, t-shirt, and sneakers..

 

I am creating...

Lesson plans,

Troop plans,

Christmas crafts,

Party plans…

 

I am going...

crazy with my to-do list this week..

 

I am reading...

Nothing right now..

 

I am hoping...

this weather stops being so strange!

 

 

I am hearing...

My kids giggling..

 

Around the house...

I need to get my laundry, dishes, and vacuuming done..

Work on finishing up some organizing.

 

 

One of my favorite things...

Spending time with my family and friends.

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Boy Scouts, Library, Co-op, Doctors, Crafts, a trip to Portland,

Piano Lessons, and Girl Scouts..

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

Putting up the tree!

 

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FOR TODAY

November 19th, 2012

Outside my window...

It is cool, and frosty..

I have to get used to it,

I suppose.

Is that time of year…

 

 

I am thinking...

Wow, how can it be almost Thanksgiving already?!

This year seems to be flying by…

 

I am thankful for...

All the wonderful blessing in my life.

 

From the learning rooms...

This week we are on vacation..

Starting our first week off with a trip

to see a Play.

What about you?!

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

Tonight we are having Homemade Pizza!

Yum, we do love our pizza around here.

 

 

I am wearing...

My jeans, teal shirt, and sneakers

 

I am creating...

Lists, next 6 weeks of curriculum,

blog posts, crafts,

and so much more!

 

I am going...

To be super busy these next few weeks..

but in a good way.

However, not so busy I can’t

stop to enjoy life!

 

I am reading...

Nothing right now..

 

I am hoping...

to get some things accomplished that I really need to get

done.. and some organizing!

 

I am hearing...

My kids scrambling to finish breakfast,

so we can get out of here.

 

Around the house...

Laundry, decorating our outside tree, organizing..

 

One of my favorite things...

Spending time with my family!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

A play, drop off our OCC Boxes, Visit my gram, Library, cooking, decorating,

watching Christmas movies.. and visiting with family! I can’t wait!!!

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

 

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FOR TODAY

November 12, 2012

 

Outside my window...

It is not to bad out today.. strangely in the 50’s..

 

 

I am thinking...

I have so much to do on my To-do list..

the change in seasons always means more work!

 

 

I am thankful for...

the help of my children and hubby..

 

From the learning rooms...

We are finishing up this week..

with our regular studies, Co-op, and piano..

Then we have a week off next week.

Much needed for us all!

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

From the kitchen...

Not sure.. Thinking maybe shepard’s pie.

Tomorrow is shopping day, so I need to finish up my menu

and clipping my coupons, and getting organized!

 

 

I am wearing...

Jeans, t-shirt, sweat shirt, and my sneakers…

(had to put up my flip flops)

 

I am creating...

A long To-do list, and

a grocery list

 

I am going...

To be working on a Thanksgiving menu and our regular menu.

I really need to get back into that.. helps so MUCH!

 

I am reading...

Nothing right now.. you?

I am hoping...

That snow holds off for a bit longer…

 

I am hearing...

My girls watching My Little Pony

 

Around the house...

I have so much laundry to catch up on..

its like it just keeps multiplying!

General clean up, and more organizing..

some mudding to be done..

 

One of my favorite things...

Spending time with my family…

I love days with my mom..

days with my hubby…

and cuddling with my babies!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Work around the house, Library, GS Meeting, Doc appt, Co-op, errands, and Piano!

Maybe a 4H workshop this weekend… YOU??!

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

My mom and Little Monkey collecting leaves!

 

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FOR TODAY

October 29, 2012

 

Outside my window...

It is damp… but surprisingly warm.

We are buttoning down the hatches, as we

prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Sandy..

We (fingers crossed) shouldn’t get more than some mild winds, and rain.

Praying everyone in the path stays safe.

 

I am thinking...

Wow, the end of another month..

Where does the time keep flying away too?

Hard to believe my Middle Monkey turned 9 this weekend..

and that we are almost done with another year.

 

I am thankful for...

The health, and safety my family has.

We may not be rich in monetary value, but we have

each other, and amazing friends and family.

What more can we ask for?

 

From the learning rooms...

We have been busy.. Trying really hard to stay on track.

We hate to have to catch up..

However, with my nasty headaches this week…

Long days, and crazy schedule.. we do have a bit to catch up on

today…

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

Tonight we are having Chicken, Swiss Chard, and Oven roasted potatoes.

 

I am wearing...

My comfy pants, and my hoodie.. It’s a Monday..

so I’m being lazy!

 

I am creating...

More organization.. we are trying to clean up some stuff, so

we can attempt to paint over the winter.

 

I am going...

to be actually somewhat laid back this week.. Almost 3

whole days at home. That is so unlike us! I’m trying to make it

a reality more often. We don’t like being to busy!

 

I am reading...

Nothing at the moment…

Time to find another new book..

 

I am hoping...

to get some more stuff sorted through…

sent to goodwill, or sold!

 

I am hearing...

The girls chattering as they make their beds, and get prepared for the day!

 

Around the house...

We have laundry to catch up on, dishes to do,

and more stuff to go through!

 

One of my favorite things...

Seeing the smile on my kids faces!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

This week we have Cub Scouts,

Library, Co-op,

Piano, a dance, and fun to be had!

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..

Another one of my shots from this fall…

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FOR TODAY

 

October 22, 2012

Outside my window...

It is very dark now.. and chilly. Brr!

 

I am thinking...

Got a lot done today, but still have quite a bit left to do.

 

I am thankful for...

Amazing friends!! They can be so helpful!

 

From the learning rooms...

We have been pretty busy..

We have lots of history to finish up.

Botany is going really well..

Should be a very busy week!

Want to see what else we are up to, stop by our blog here.

 

 

From the kitchen...

We had Taco’s today!! YUM!

 

I am wearing...

My favorite jeans, a t-shirt, and flip flops.. (still having a hard time putting them away!)

 

I am creating...

Lots of plans for Middle Monkey’s birthday!

It is creeping up on us..

 

I am going...

To be super busy this week..

We have our normal stuff, and lots of cooking

to get done..

Plus working on lots of other projects!

 

I am reading...

The newest Susan Wiggs book!

 

I am hoping...

everything goes smoothly this week..

 

 

I am hearing...

My Little Pony in the background.. The girls are watching it while

we wait for the boys to get back from Boy Scouts!

 

Around the house...

We are pretty well caught up..

a friend dishes, and laundry to finish up..

A bathroom to clean.

 

 

One of my favorite things...

Yummy Ice Cream.. I can’t wait to dig into my

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream tonight!!!

 

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Helping out some friends, Co-op, a movie night with my girls,

and a birthday dinner to be had, Primary Presentation at church for my youngest, and then a birthday party!

 

Here is picture for thought I am sharing..