{ Blog 365 #46 - Wordless Wednesday }

 

 

 

 

{ Blog 365 #45 - Old Homemaking Books }

 

 

 

I was scrolling through my blog, looking for a specific photo, and I came across this post that I did back in 2012.  I am so glad I found it, because I've lost some of these books and wanted to download them again, to my Kindle.

 

If you love old homemaking books, be sure to go give this post a read, there are some treasures in there.

 

Housekeeping, Cooking, Sewing

{ Blog 365 #44 - Happy Homemaker Monday 02/13/2023 }

 

 

Good morning everyone, hope you've had a wonderful weekend.  

 

It is Monday morning, a beginning to a new week, so let's make this a good one.  I won't even go into what is happening in our country or the world in general, because more and more, I feel like I am part of the History books that I so love to read.  It's insane!!!

 

Anyway, with all that going on, I think it's more imperative than ever, that we focus on our families, and our homes.  We can't change anything else going on, but we do have a voice and a big role in providing a safe and happy home for our families.  

 

So, go with that in mind today.  Be aware of what is happening, but don't let that sink into your soul.  Be the light others need to see and cling to right now.

 

Have a blessed week dear friends.
Sandra
xoxoxo




The Weather:::
Currently 38 degrees.  We are heading into Spring weather, and I'm here for it.  Looks like some 70's in the upcoming week.  Yay!!!  

 
Monday - Partly cloudy, 65
Tuesday - Mostly sunny, 71
Wednesday - Sunny, 72
Thursday - Sunny/wind, 46
Friday - Sunny, 52
Saturday - Mostly sunny, 59
Sunday - Mostly cloudy, 70

As I look outside my window:::
The grackles are back on my property.  The trees are covered, and they're so loud at times. 

Right now I am:::
Working on this post, and watching Home Fires on the TV.  

Thinking and pondering:::
My mind is shifting into Spring mode.  I have all these plans for the garden, the chicken coop, parts of the yard we want to lay down rocks in, so forth.  I am beyond excited for this time of year.  

On my bedside table:::
My Kindle, TV remote, water bottle, Kaia's toy. 

On my tv today:::
Last week I watched Sisi, which I LOVED.  By the way, after watching in on my Firestick, I now noticed that the first Season is available to watch on PBS.  So if you are looking for a good period piece, this is a good one to watch. 

Listening to:::
The episode on the TV, but in the background is the sound of the turtle tank's filter, and through the open window, the grackles on the trees.  


On the lunch plate:::
I made Gnocchi Bolognese for dinner, and we have leftovers, so that's what I'll be eating for lunch.  


On the dinner plate:::
The kids asked for Potato Salad, so I think I'll do some bratwurst as well.  It's just the kids and I for the next 3 days, as Curt is in training and won't be home for dinner. 

 

On the menu for this week:::

 

Monday - Bratwurst, Potato Salad

Tuesday - Macaroni and Cheese, Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwiches

Wednesday - Tuna Salad

Thursday - Baked Spasagna, Garlic Bread, Salad

Friday - *grocery shopping, new meal plan kicks in*

Saturday - 

Sunday - 

 

 

On my reading pile:::
A Feather on the Water by Lindsay Jane Ashford, on my Kindle

Bible


On my to do list:::
Kitchen - put away clean dishes, sweep and mop floor, wipe down counters, clean stainless steel appliances
Dining room - Vacuum and dust
Living room - Vacuum, dust, tidy couch pillows
Make french bread for pizza and subs

Start new meal plan
Bible Study


Plans for this week:::
Clean the house, laundry, read and watch some more wonderful period dramas 


What I am creating:::
Nothing at the moment


My simple pleasure:::
Sitting in my back yard, just listening to nature and enjoying the fresh air.  


Looking around the house:::
I have yet to open the curtains to the dining and living rooms, but it's such a beautiful morning, and the light from outside is illuminating the rooms, and casting the most magical of shadows on the walls.  Have you ever just sat and looked at early morning light?

From the camera:::
I love this picture from last week.  Rain and candle light.  ♥ 

 

 

 

Bible verse, Devotional:::
As a child I learned my Bible lessons by heart, in the good old-fashioned way, and once won the prize for repeating correctly ... verses from the Bible.  - LAURA INGALLS WILDER  

{ Blog 365 #43 - 6 baptisms at church today }

 

It was a very special day at our little church, as a whole family and another member, got baptized.

I don't think I will ever get tired of watching this beautiful moment happen.  As a Christian, there is nothing that touches us more, than seeing the moment someone accepts Jesus as their Lord and Savior, and makes that commitment.  

I will be praying for all those baptized today, as we know, that the moment that happens, the attacks from the enemy intensify.  Please pray for Tim, Michael, Treva, Summer, Heather and Vicky.  ♥

{The photos above are not of our church, but were taken at the Pioneer Village back in Arizona, in 2013.}

 

 

{ Blog 365 #42 - Church Valentine's Day Lunch }