My new webpage is still in the making as my brother/webmaster/server has had a FULL plate, but LOL I'll keep you posted on the unveiling.
OUTSIDE MY WINDOW & THE WEATHER OUTSIDE
It's a beautiful morning with fluffy clouds. LOL then I opened the door and it's going to be another scorcher of a day. This Indian Summer is killing me, but most my projects will be inside this week so I'll just pretend we're having a crisp fall day.
ON THE BREAKFAST PLATE
Banana walnut oatmeal and coffee.
AS I LOOK AROUND THE HOUSE
I'm fairly happy. I had a super productive weekend and just need to finish sorting a few totes and boxes and then tomorrow will do a super deep clean.
One of the things I did was sort through ALL of our Christmas decorations. I pulled out several totes worth of things that I will "probably" donate. I decided to use these things this year for the season and see if there was anything I couldn't live without. If not, it will all be boxed up and donated on January 7th. Seemed like a plausible way to make a decision to minimalize.
WEEKLY TO DO LIST & HOUSE PROJECTS
I sat down yesterday and made a chart for what needs to be finished before my mom's visit in early December and am going to do my best to stick to it!
- A couple of molding pieces that need to be added.
- Paint Carlie's closet.
- Floor molding in Carlie's closet.
- Finish sorting Christmas ornaments.
- Do some ebay listings.
- Do some organization in my studio.
- DEEP cleaning.
- A craft fair with my neighbor.
BEFORE AS MY COUSIN LEFT IT. It still astonishes me what a difference we've made.
Cleaned and primed - ready for window. I love the white color as compared to the heavy dark paneling look!NOW "WINDOW" READY FOR CARLIE TO MOVE IN. We used a multi paned door turned sideways and trimmed to fit as a permanent window. Add a little trim moulding and voile' it looks like it was always there. It doesn't need to open. I'm putting together curtains and beaded tiebacks for the bedroom side so there is still privacy.
FAVORITE PHOTO FROM THE CAMERA
I borrowed these from my "daughter of my heart's" facebook page, but they fill my heart with such joy I just needed to share. Since this picture Am has cut off about 10 inches and I LOVE the new style!
CURRENTLY READING & TELEVISION / DVR
We are trying all the new shows and will narrow them down soon - thank goodness for DVRs!
TELEVISION
- BIG BANG THEORY
- NCIS
- BLUE BLOODS
- THIS IS US
- BULL
- SCORPION
- SUPERGIRL
- CHICAGO MED, PD, FIRE
- THE GOOD PLACE
- HEARTLAND
- HEART OF DIXIE
- STRANGER THINGS
- LONGMIRE
- Z-NATION
- DESIGNATED SURVIVOR
- MADAME SECRETARY
- ONCE UPON A TIME
- CHESAPEAKE SHORES
- ETC....... I'm sure I forgot a few...
- CHRISTMAS at COPPER MOUNTAIN (#1 Taming the Sheehans) by Jane Porter (almost finished)
- TYCOON'S KISS (#2 Taming the Sheehans) by Jane Porter at the ready
MONDAY
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TUESDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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SUNDAY
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BREAKFAST
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YOGURT & FRUIT
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SCRAMBLED EGGS & CHEESE
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FRUIT SMOOTHIE
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YOGURT & FRUIT
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MAPLE OATMEAL & RAISINS
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SHIRRED EGGS
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BACON & EGGS
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LUNCH
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FRUIT & CHEESE
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SOUP & CRACKERS
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SANDWICH
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OUT
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MEAT & CHEESE
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LEFTOVERS
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SANDWICHES
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DINNER
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C.O.R.N
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SWEDISH MEATBALLS
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SLOW ROASTED ITALIAN CHICKEN
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POACHED WHITE FISH WITH KIWI REDUCTION
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PORK AND PINEAPPLE
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CHICKEN & NOODLES
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C.O.R.N.
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DESSERT
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HOMEMAKING/COOKING TIP
ON MY MIND
LET ME BEGIN BY SAYING THAT THE FOLLOWING IS NOT
AN ABSOLUTE ABOUT ALL PEOPLE.
THANK YOU TO ALL THE WONDERFUL SAHM AND PARENTS
WHO ALREADY FEEL AND ACT THIS WAY!
We have a cultural decay problem in this country. Life as we once knew
it will NEVER be again. We have a lack of parenting problem in this
country. As parents, our jobs are to raise children into functioning
adults first and to be their friend second. Teaching children to be
independent, hard working, respectful,
happy and gracious is the best thing you can do for them, you and for
ALL the people they will encounter in the future. Teaching them about
the ups AND the downs of life is realistic and responsible.
There is an apathy, a lack of respect, a lack of accountability, a lack
of responsibility, a lack of courtesy... A silver spoon entitlement
complex is taking over. Political correctness has become an insane
concept trying to make life fair. WAKE UP PEOPLE! Life ISN'T fair and
NO ONE every said it would be. Doing the best you can each and everyday
is all you can really control.
Watching the news is not always just hearing the factual events as it once was. Commentary and social media have taken over - everyone wants to be the first to break the "NEWS" whether it is complete or correct. Fact checking seems to be a thing of the past in many cases. Spin doctors manipulate news every day.
THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME VENT. I'm stepping down from my soap box now.
THINGS THAT ARE MAKING ME HAPPYWatching the news is not always just hearing the factual events as it once was. Commentary and social media have taken over - everyone wants to be the first to break the "NEWS" whether it is complete or correct. Fact checking seems to be a thing of the past in many cases. Spin doctors manipulate news every day.
THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME VENT. I'm stepping down from my soap box now.
- COUNT DOWN TO HOUSE COMPLETION
- COUNT DOWN TO CARLIE MOVING IN
- COUNT DOWN TO ELF ON A SHELF PICTURES FOR MY MUNCHKINS
What an adorable little one! I hope you have a great week and can stop by:
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What a great idea to use a door as a window! Looks great.
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What a great transformation, it's beautiful! You are making great progress over there, can't wait to see more. Hope you are having a great week! (P.S. I think the Indian summer is supposed to end around here by Friday, hang in there!)
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