Good morning, friends. It's a chilly one here! The last two nights, our temps have gotten down to the mid 30's. I've had to pull out my warm pj's already.
So how was all of your all's weekend? I hope you had a good one.
Ours was a busy one. We had a few things around the house we had to take care of. The kids had youth group again on Sunday. Nothing to exciting happened, but it definitely went by to quickly.
Can y'all believe it's already the end of September? I swear the days are flying by. I guess being busy causes the time to pass by quickly.
Let's get on with Happy Homemaker Monday. Once again, I'm joining in with Sandra over at Diary of a Stay at Home. Grab a mug full of coffee, head on over, and say hello!
❀❀~The Weather~❀❀
The temps have dropped! I've pulled out my comfy sweaters and Ugg boots to keep warm. We've had quite a few days in the 50's and a few nights in the mid 30's. We had to turn on the heat for a bit to knock the chill off. I guess the boys need to get busy chopping wood for the wood stove this winter.
Thankfully the temps are warming up a little this week.
Monday~ Sunny, 63*
Tuesday~ Sunny, 70*
Wednesday~ Sunny, 79*
Thursday~ Cloudy, 77*
Friday~ Cloudy, 72*
Saturday~ Cloudy, 72*
Sunday~ Rain, 73*
❀❀~How I'm feeling this morning~❀❀
Not to bad this morning. I got a little more sleep, but I'm still up most of the night because of my shoulder. I took a sleep aid last night. It worked so-so. I woke up a little stuffy this morning. I'm not sure if it's because of allergies or the fact that we ran the heat last night. It could be a combo I guess.
❀❀~What I'm doing right now~❀❀
I'm writing up this post, drinking some green tea while sitting on the couch. It's a little cold in the house, so I'm covered up with a cozy blanket.
Bird Watching
❀❀~ What's on my mind~❀❀
Way too much. I have a ton of projects I need to finish this week with the help of the kids! We need to finish cleaning out, organizing the basement, and we need to start working on the bedroom down there. I did to finish collecting the items to donate since they come on Wednesday.
I still need to get the photos back up on the walls after painting them. I have books to sell and donate. I still need to get the dining room back in order and clean out the school room. It just never ends.
❀❀~What they kids are up to~❀❀
They are currently working on their school work. They're working on a few lessons from last week and their lessons for this week. So far things are going well.
Mr. Fluffy Pants has decided to help out during their lessons.
❀❀~What's for breakfast~❀❀
I had a Mocha Latte and then a chocolate protein shake. Since messing up my arm, I feel like I've gained 15 pounds. I've gained a few extra pounds, but not quite that much. Since I'm still limited in my mobility, I figured I needed to watch what I was eating.
❀❀~My current reading pile~❀❀
I currently reading Women on the Edge by Samantha M. Bailey
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❀❀~What the Kids are Reading~❀❀
Therese is reading The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton for fun. For her monthly book club, she's reading The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot. Each month a different girl in the club chooses a book. Last month, they read True Grit. It's a great way for the girls to read different genres of books.
Michael is reading 13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi and a few books about EMT training. He's hoping to take the actual course next year once he's 18.
❀❀~Music I'm listening to~❀❀
My amazon prime music list. U2, Adele, Lewis Capaldi, and Kenney Chesney.
❀❀~What I'm working on~❀❀
Sadly, not much. My shoulder has really limited me on what I can do. If I do too much, I pay for it the next day....even if I don't use my arm.
I'm trying to blog a little more. I;ve4 kind of let it slip the past few months. I do have 2 reviews coming up. I'm planning a gave away to host on my blog for my new business adventure. So if you're curious about toxin free products, stay tuned for a great giveaway!
❀❀~What new for me~❀❀
Physical therapy started last week. I was only scheduled once, but the therapist scheduled me the next day because I was in such bad shape. She's currently trying to work on the pain and then we can work on getting movement back. She said after 2 week, if things don't improve then she'll get the doctor to schedule a MRI. She's already recommended 2 surgeons if i need surgery. So we'll see. I have therapy scheduled 2 days this week.
❀❀~Looking around the house~❀❀
Ugh... the house needs a thorough deep cleaning, but sadly I don't see that happening anytime soon.
We need to decorate for fall. Therese said she'll help with that. I need to dig out my winter clothes. These chilly days have been wanting more of my comfy, warm clothes.
❀❀~This weeks to do list~❀❀
Same old list week after week....
Laundry and more laundry
Head to the library
Collect items being picked up for donation
Take trash to the dump
Clean the bathrooms
Clean the chicken coop (didn't get to this last week)
Wash the dog
Clean the kitchen
❀~What's for dinner this week~❀❀
Monday~ Chicken, potatoes, and salad
Tuesday~ Tacos and Spanish rice
Wednesday~ Spaghetti and meatballs
Thursday~ ???
Friday~ ??
Saturday~ ??
Sunday~ ??
I need to sit down and plan the next 2 weeks meals after I finish grading the kids work.
❀❀~ From the camera~❀❀
❀❀~What I'm praying for~❀❀
My family
Our nation during this difficult time
Our President, Vice-President, and leaders
Police officers throughout the country
Our children as they go back to school in the new "not-normal" way
The cities being destroyed by violent protesters
The cities and families affected by the fires
The children that have been rescued from sex-trafficking and abuse and all the innocent children still being held captive
My arm and that physical therapy works and I won't need surgery
For our country to find God again
❀❀~Inspirational thought for the week~❀❀
Wishing y'all a wonderful week.
Stay happy, healthy, and safe!
Till Next Time,
Monique
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Enjoyed seeing what you all were reading. Your choice sounds interesting. I've read most the others with the exception of The Princess Diaries. 13 Hours is intense. Hope you have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteSorry I'm late in visiting. Seems like a busy week ahead. Some chores just need to be done again and again and again. ugg!
ReplyDeleteHoping the physical therapy will help with the shoulder.
Have a great week
I'm running a bit late! Love your inspiration and the kitty pictures. I'm also loving your weather! I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
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