Monday, March 11, 2024

Happy Homemaker Monday~ March 11, 2024

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Good Morning, friends! It's been a busy week. We've been finishing up the bathroom the past few days. It's still not quite done, but it is so close. I can wait. Growing up we lived in a 1 bathroom house with 5 people and I don't know how we did it. It's been crazy sharing the bathroom. It's probably because everyone is trying to get ready and leave the house at the same time.  Yesterday, Therse and I spent the day together. It's been a while with her busy busy schedule. We went to church and then headed into town. We enjoyed lunch and then did some shopping. Sadly, we didn't find much. She got a few new tops for the summer and I found a pair of flip-flops and 2 sundresses on clearance. So it wasn't a complete bust. It was nice spending the day with my girl. It's hard to go from spending every day with your kiddos to hardly ever seeing them. That's just how life goes I guess. I think letting them go is the hardest part of being a parent. Those sleepless nights were nothing to this. 


Now that we've got up a bit, let's start with Happy Homemaker Monday with our beautiful hostess Sandra from Diary of a Stay-at-Home Mom. Be sure to stop in and say hey there.







The Weather~
The temps are warming up this week. I'm so happy. Yesterday, we had horrible winds. In fact, they are still going on this morning. I'm surprised that we haven't lost power yet. A few trees have gone down, but thankfully none have fallen on a power line. 

Monday~ Cloudy, 51*
Tuesday~ Sunny, 66*
Wedenesday~ Sunny, 68*
Thursday~ Mostly Sunny, 71*
Friday~ Rain, 62*
Saturday~ Sunny, 62*
Sunday~ Partly Cloudy, 58*


As I Look Out My Window~
The sun is just starting to peak out. The sky has just a hint of a pink hue.  There are a few clouds but the sun is trying to peak through to say good morning. The squirrels and chipmunks are usually scampering about driving the cats crazy, but it's too windy right now. Bandit runs up and down the stairs going from the basement French doors to the front window when they are out and about. He just can't contain his excitement.  All the cats are wanting the windows opened, but the temps are just not there most days. Tomorrow they should be able to be opened. 








Right Now I Am ~
I'm typing up this post. I'm drinking my 1st cup of coffee. The washing machine and dishwasher are both going. A few of the pets are chasing each other around the house. Hubby and Michael are at work. Therese is still sleeping. Her springbreak started.  The dogs have been fed and let out. Maddie and Ruby are back to sleep.  Daphne (Therese's new kitty) is sitting next to me as I type this up.





Thinking and Pondering~
I need to get the house organized and cleaned. It's been a little tricky with the bathroom remodel going on. Tools and supplies have been everywhere and things have been out of place. The guest room has been the holding ground for supplies, along with the kitchen island. Little by little, it's slowly getting cleaned up. I can't put everything away yet since we are still using most things. It's driving me a little crazy! I need to clean for Easter and I need to start planning an Easter dinner menu. 


How am I Feeling~
Tired, so tired! I really hate this time change thing. The time change yesterday completely messed Ruby up. She woke me up at 4:00 this morning. I can handle 6 or 6:30. Today was just a little too early for my liking. 

Daphne helping us work on the bathroom

What's for Breakfast~
No clue. I'll wait until Therese gets up and see what she would like. It will most likely be eggs or a protein shake.

Looking Around the House~
It needs to be vacuumed, mopped, and picked up. It rained last week, a lot of rain. The floors have muddy footprints here and there thanks to the two dogs.

Ruby, our 7-month-old lab





On the To-Do List This Week~ 
Laundry (does it ever end?)- I'll get to hand it out on the line this week
Clean the kitchen
Vacuum & Mop
Doctor appointment for Therese
Chiropractor appointment
Library
A few errands
Pack for a weekend trip
Clean up the flower beds



On My Reading Pile~
Accidental Magic by Iris Beaglehole
The Sister Effect by Susan Mallory I picked this hardback up at the library's used book sale. I love finding good deals on books!

I have way too many books started and really need to finish a few.

I'm also reading Beholding Your King from Walking With Purpose. It's the book we are reading for our women's bible study group this session. 

I checked out a bunch of cookbooks on Mediterranean cooking. I'm looking at that for eating healthier and losing a few pounds. 


On TV this week~
Netflix
I'm currently watching Grey's Anatomy. I think I'm in season 8 right now. I started rewatching it from season 1. 

Hulu
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Ghost


On the Menu this Week~

Monday~ Grilled chicken, roasted potatoes, zucchini, and salad
Tuesday~ Tacos, Mexican rice, and corn
Wednesday~ Bacon-wrapped pork chops, baked potatoes, and green beans
Thursday~ Italian chicken, risotto, and zucchini
Friday~ Shrimp Scampi with pasta
Saturday~ Away
Sunday~ Away





If I Have a Few Minutes to Myself, I Will~
Read a little bit
Work on organizing the sewing room a little more. 
Sit outside and enjoy the sunshine


One of  My Simple Pleasures~
Sitting outside, listening to the birds chirp, and feeling the warm sunshine on my skin.

From the Camera~





Inspirational Quote/Bible Verse/Faith~

"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow."
~Audrey Hepburn




Praying For~
My great aunt 
Our nation



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Monique

Monday, February 12, 2024

Happy Homemaker Monday~ February 12, 2024

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Good Morning, y'all! It's been a rainy weekend here. The temps have been unseasonably warm. I'm not complaining though.  On Saturday, Therese and I attended the 1st birthday of a sweet little girl. That first year always flies by. She enjoyed her cake! On Sunday, we had church and Sunday school. My dear sweet hubby continued his work on the master bathroom. We are almost ready to paint.

I had written 2 other posts in January, but I forgot to publish them so ooops! I guess better late than never. I just deleted them and started this one. 
 
Enough about all of that, let's start with Happy Homemaker Monday with our beautiful hostess Sandra from Diary of a Stay-at-Home Mom. Be sure to stop in and say hey there.





The Weather~
Rain, rain, and more rain!

Monday~ Rain, 48*
Tuesday~ Rain, 44*
Wedenesday~ Partly Cloudy, 42*
Thursday~ Cloudy, 49*
Friday~ Partly Sunny, 46*
Saturday~ Partly Sunny, 41*
Sunday~ Sunny, 48*

As I Look Out My Window~
It's gray, overcast, and lightly raining. A few birds are flying about and a few squirrels are scampering through the leaves. The cats are having fun watching them. They love to steal pieces of cat food I have outside for the stray cat we feed.  The pileated woodpeckers have been out quite a bit. We always see them more in the winter months. We have two sets of mates that live near us. 
 






Right Now I Am ~
I'm typing up this post. I'm drinking a cup of hot tea. The washing machine and dishwasher are both going. The house is fairly quiet. Hubby is at work and both kids are at school.  The dogs have been out, fed, and are now back to sleep. I love how they wake me up super early but then go back to sleep as soon as they have been fed. The chickens have been fed, eggs collected, and they are now roaming the backyard looking for some yummy bugs.





Thinking and Pondering~
Honestly, all the stuff I need to get done. Clean the house (drywall dust is everywhere), wash the dogs, do laundry, and help finish the bathroom. We started redoing our master bathroom a few weeks ago. We're changing everything, so it has been a work in progress. We are ready for paint and flooring. Once those 2 things are done, we won't have too much more to do. 

I also need to get back into exercising regularly. I'm giving up sugar for Lent so that should help me with feeling better. My plan is to eat more whole foods. 

How am I Feeling~
Not too bad. We've all been sick off and on since before Christmas. I just realized that no one has been coughing for the last 2 weeks. I should go knock on some wood before I jinx us all. 


It was a rough week last week. We had to make the difficult decision of helping Misty, Mama Kitty, crossover to the rainbow bridge. She's had tumors (cancer) for a few years. Up until last week, she has been fine. She was eating, playing, grooming herself, and just being her typical diva. Then all of a sudden, she stopped all those things., She lost weight quickly and slept all the time. She was the first kitty we had adopted. She was actually a birthday present for Therese when she was little. It's quiet around here without her meowing. She was quite vocal. She will be missed. 





What's for Breakfast~
Eggs and two pieces of toast. 


Looking Around the House~
It needs to be vacuumed, mopped, and picked up. 

Ruby, our 7-month-old lab





On the To-Do List This Week~ 
Laundry (does it ever end?)
Clean the kitchen
Vacuum & Mop
Grocery shopping
Chiropractor appointment
Library


On My Reading Pile~
I just finished Inheritance by Nora Roberts. I loved it! I can't wait for the 2nd book to be released. 
Wild Scottish Love by Tricia O'Malley
Accidental Magic by Iris Beaglehole
The Sister Effect by Susan Mallory I picked this hardback up at the library's used book sale. I love finding good deals on books!

I have way too many books started and really need to finish a few.

I'm also reading Beholding Your King from Walking With Purpose. It's the book we are reading for our women's bible study group this session. 

On TV this week~
Netflix
I'm currently watching Grey's Anatomy. I think I'm in season 5 right now. I started rewatching it from season 1. 
Fool Me Once

Hulu
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Ghost


On the Menu this Week~

Monday~ Porkchops, apples, and beans
Tuesday~ Pancakes and Bacon (Fat Tuesday Tradition)
Wednesday~ Meatless Meal
Thursday~??
Friday~ Meatless Meal
Saturday~ ??
Sunday~ ??

I need to make the grocery list and then meal plan for the next two weeks.



If I Have a Few Minutes to Myself, I Will~
Read a little bit
Organize the sewing room a little more. I started it last week and I'm about 3/4 of the way done. 


One of  My Simple Pleasures~
Curling up on the couch with a comfy blanket, reading a good book, and drinking a cup of tea.

From the Camera~

Daphne, 5 months old
Therese's new kitty


Inspirational Quote/Bible Verse/Faith~

"My flesh and my heart may fail, 
but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."
~Psalms 73:26



Praying For~
My great aunt 



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Monique

Sunday, January 28, 2024

Sunday Inspiration~ January

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Sunday, January 21, 2024

Sunday Inspiration~ January 21, 2024

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Sunday, January 14, 2024

Sunday Inspiration~ January 14, 2024

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Sunday, January 7, 2024

Sunday Inspiration~ January 7, 2024

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Saturday, January 6, 2024

Saturday Scents~ Happy Valentine's Day

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Good Morning, Friends! So I've decided to share all about my favorite Scentsy products on Saturday. I rejoined this past fall. I love their products and enjoy sharing their products even more! So today, I thought I'd share all about the Valentine's Day Collection that is launching on Monday, January 8th! It has so many cute goodies and some amazing scents.






Two new mini warmers......
                                                                            




The Valentine's Day Collection Scentsy Wax bundle...


I Pick You
Pear-fectly Cute
Simply the Zest


A Toad-ally adorable buddy clip...


A cute charm clip...



Two stunning floral fragrance flowers. One is even a tiny bouquet!




Not a wax fan... no worries. We have two mini fan diffusers with twin pod bundles.




And last but not least is this handsome little guy! Say hello to Adore-a-saurus. Isn't he just the scariest dinosaur you've ever seen!


Don't forget, we have the Warmer of the Month and the Scent of the Month too. 




The Sweet Heart Warmer is stunning. You'll fall in love with the intricate design on this pretty-in-pink, heart-shaped warmer. Now I want to go watch Pretty in Pink with Molly Ringwald. I love that movie. 

Candy Orchard smells so good. It's a cloud of spun sugar mixed with sweet raspberry and warm vanilla in a candy-coated fantasy. 

The best part, both are 10% off this month!!!

Any questions, just let me know. I'm here to help. 

You see all these and more on my website, Happily Wildcat Hollow




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