Happy Homemaker Monday~ April 7, 2025

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Happy first Monday of April!

Now if only the weather would realize that it's April and should be warmer. We have been getting plenty of rain, though. It's like the old saying goes... April showers bring May flowers!  

Good morning, dear friends. I'm so glad y'all have stopped by. Grab a cup of coffee and let's chat for a bit.   Last week was a slow week here. I did have a vet appointment for Maddie girl. She hates the vets, so going is always an ordeal. She has to get medication to stay calm.  Her old vet was not great and we found out that they muzzled her so she's a little traumatized by the whole thing. Her new vet is amazing and treats her so much better. They love her and say she's a sweet old girl. There's not a mean bone in this dog's body. The vet says she looks great for an almost 12-year-old lab. Her leg mobility is still good. She does have some arthritis, so they gave her some meds for that. Her blood work showed her thyroid was off, so they are sending it away for more testing. 

Let's get started with Happy Homemaker Monday with our beautiful hostess Sandra from Diary of a Stay at Home Mom. Be sure to stop in and say hi.

The Weather in My Neck of the Woods~

It's a cold, dreary, wet, day here today. We need the rain, especially since dear hubby planted some grass seed. I just wish it was warmer. 

Monday~ Rainy, 42*

Tuesday~ Sunny, 43*

Wedenesday~ Partly Sunny, 52*

Thursday~ Cloudy/Rain, 55*

Friday~ Cloudy/Rain, 56*

Saturday~ Cloudy/Rain, 52*

Sunday~ Partly Sunny, 57*

It's not a pretty week here at all. Hopefully, next week has at least some more sunny days. I love sunshine!

As I Look Out My Window~

It's gray and dreary out. It's a light rain, so that's good. We had thunderstorms a few days ago. This is a nice steady rain which will be good for the flowers and grass seed. 

Thinking and Pondering~

I need to get back into a routine. When the kids were younger and we were homeschooling, we had a routine and things worked well. After they started college, my routine became none existent. I really had no clue what to do. Of course, I knew I needed to do all the regular house stuff... laundry, cooking, cleaning, etc. It was like I didn't know what now that I was no longer a full-time mom and teacher. Coops ended.  Moms get together ended. Life got a little empty and lonely. Over the years, I've had friends through the kids, but they didn't last once the coops ended or when the kids went to public school. Life got busy with other things. I miss talking to other women and getting together. Why is it so hard for women to make friends at this age?

Right Now I Am ~

I am typing this post up and enjoying my cup of coffee.  I'm sitting on the couch with Maddie. Ruby is on the loveseat all stretched out.

How am I Feeling~

This is day two of a migraine. The meds my primary doctor prescribed don't seem to help much. My gut health is better. I've added more fruit and veggies to my diet. I've cut out most of the junk. I've been exercising more. Last week I walked on the treadmill or took the girls for a walk. I did this on 5 of the days last week. My goal is to exercise 6 days a week and then rest on Sunday!

What's on My Nightstand~  

My Kindle, a bottle of Tums, a wrist brace, and my wax warmer. I currently warming Black Raspberry Vanilla. I just finished reading Stealing Home by Sherryl Woods. It's book one in the Sweet Magnolia series. 

What's for Breakfast~

I'm going to do a protein shake this morning. I'll probably do a chocolate and peanut butter one. 

Looking Around the House~

The house needs to be vacuumed and mopped. With the few days of warmer temps, all the animals are shedding like crazy. I need to clean the bathrooms. I'm going to start spring cleaning for Easter this week too. I'll go room to room and do a deep clean. I'm starting with the kitchen.

On My To-Do List This Week~ 

Wednesday~ Chiro appointment for my shoulder

Thursday~ Bible Study

Plan the Easter dinner menu

Plan Therese's cake

Plan grocery list

Happening This Week~

I finally have a week with not much going on! The only appointment I have is a chiro appointment on Wednesday. 

On My Reading Pile~

I'm currently reading a book I checked out at the library, The Last Summer at Chelsea Beach by Pam Jenoff. 

I'm still reading Hour is Come by Victoria Tait. 

I'm still working through 52 Weeks in the Word and Discovering Our Dignity. We have two more lessons in Discovering Our Dignity before Bible study ends for the year. 

I'm also reading, Eat Fat, Lose Fat by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig. My chiropractor recommended it after I told him about my cholesterol levels. 

On TV this week~

Netflix

The Resident

Call the Midwives

The Night Agent

YouTube

Crochet Videos

Quilting Videos

Exercise videos

On the Menu this Week~

Monday~ Leftovers- Pulled Chicken

Tuesday~ Stuffed Peppers

Wednesday~ Chicken Stir Fry with Brown Rice

Thursday~?

Friday~ Fish

Saturday~?

What I am Sewing, Quilting, and Creating~

I have to mend a dress for Therese we got at Goodwill. I also have two patterns cut out. I just need to decide what fabric I want to use to make the skirts. 

My Simple Pleasures~

I love being outside when the temps are warm and the flowers are starting to fill the world with their vibrant colors. Spring is one of my favorite seasons. 

Lesson Learned this Week~

Good healthy food and exercise definitely make a difference in how you feel. 

From the Camera~

Praying For~

My dad and his health

My Aunt Betty

Pope Francis

My health

My kids

Our country

Friends and family

Inspirational Quote/Bible Verse/Faith~

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Till Next Time,

Monique