Sunday, October 23, 2022
Sunday Inspiration~ October 23, 2022
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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Wordless Wednesday~ Mums
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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Teaching Tuesdays~ Mother Mary & Cain and Abel
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Happy Tuesday! This week's Sunday school class was a lot of fun for the kids. We learned so many things! It was a busy class filled with a variety of activities.
Saint~ Saint Martin of Tours
We read a brief summary of his life from the Book of Saints from the St. Joseph Picture Books Series. We added his picture to our saint poster. The kids colored the coloring page of Saint Martin of Tours.
At story time the children headed to the foam mats and I read The Sword and the Cape by Pamela Love.
The children always enjoy this story of a Roman shoulder who showed a poor, old man who doesn't have anything such kindness and love. He's a wonderful example of charity and treating others as you would Jesus.
Virtue~ Charity
Charity is loving God with all your heart, mind, and strength, and your neighbor as yourself. We talked about ways that they could practice the virtue of charity. Helping a friend at school, not being a bully at school, helping your mom with dishes, and picking up a pencil or books a student were just a few of the ideas the kids came up with.
Old Testament Lesson~ Cain and Abel
We read the bible story of Cain and Abel. We talked about how Cain was jealous of Abel. Cain's jealousy is what caused him to kill Abel. We talked about how jealousy is a sin and it hurts God. We talked about times we were jealous and what we should do if we feel jealousy brewing.
The children then completed a fun maze, Am I My Brother's Keeper?
Catechism Lesson~
We talked about who Mary is and why she is important. We talked about how October is the month of the Holy Rosary. We prayed one decade of the rosary together as a class.
For our craft, we made a rosary. I found this easy, simple craft over at Catholic Icing.
Supplies Needed~
Prayer~
We continued practicing the Sign of the Cross and learning the Glory Be. We started working on the Hail Mary since October is the month of the Holy Rosary.
Monday, October 17, 2022
Happy Homemaker Monday~ October 17, 2022
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Clean the bathroomsFinish paiting the leaves for the dining room table Make our St. Joan of Arc poster for class
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Good morning or should I say good night. It's Tuesday night and I'm a little behind in the Happy Homemaker Monday post, but that's life.
Yesterday was hectic! Therese woke up with an earache, in fact, it woke her up in the middle of the night from the pain. So I tried calling the pediatrician's office but there was no answer, so we headed to Urgent care. Of course, it was packed. They start scheduling appointments at midnight. We had about a 2-hour wait. They say here, diagnosed an ear infection, and prescribed an antibiotic. We then had to wait 30 minutes for her prescription to be filled. We tried to get lunch, but the sandwich shop we wanted to go to wasn't opening because of no staff. So many places are short-staffed here. Stores don't open or close early. It's crazy!
We got home around 1:30 and then did some laundry and then picked up a little around the house. My plans got changed but that's part of being a stay-at-home mom.
Let's get on 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~
Cooler temps are coming. It's rather chilly in the morning and at night when I have to deal with the chickens. We're having a few nights that are getting down into the 30s. We have our first frost warning tonight.
The weekend looks nice though.
Monday~ I think it got to 60* yesterday.
Tuesday~ Partly Cloudy, 51*
Wedenesday~ Partly Cloudy, 51*
Thursday~ Sunny, 58*
Friday~ Mostly Sunny, 64*
Saturday~ Sunny, 69*
Sunday~ Partly Cloudy, 68*
As I Look Out My Window~
Well, it's dark here now, so I can't see a thing. Early, the wind was blowing gently through the trees. The leaves are stunning this year. We have lots of gold and red hues this year.
Right Now I Am ~
Typing up this post. I just sent out my email for Sunday school. Each week I send out an email letting the parents know what we worked on during class and anything that might be of importance for the upcoming weeks. For example, our All Saint's Day party.
Thinking and Pondering~
I'm running through my head all the things I want to get done this week. This week seems to have a lot to get done. I'm hoping I can get it all done. If not, I guess there is always next week.
How am I Feeling~
Pretty good. My shoulder is still bothering me a little. I'm a side sleeper so that's not helping it all. Allergies are pretty good. The only issue I have right now is itchy eyes. I'm using drops for that though.
What's for Breakfast~
I had a gluten-free English muffin with butter and coffee.
Looking Around the House~
The floors need to be vacuumed again. I just did it on Friday, but the dog is shedding like crazy. Overall the house still looks good. I do have a few things I need to put away and get organized again.
On the To-Do List This Week~
Clean the living room
Wipe down the kitchen cabinets and appliances
Clean the fridge (someone spilled something and didn't clean it up)
Orgainzie sewing/craft room
Sand the dining room chairs
Peel, cut, and freeze apples
Make Oatmeal raisin cookies (Michael's request)
Paint the chicken coop
Plant my mums
On My Reading Pile~
One Thousand Gifts Devotional by Ann Voskamp
and I'm still reading Opening Your Heart for my Women's Bible study group. You can find more about the various bible studies that they offer on their website, Walking with Purpose.
I finally finished Sold on Monday by Kristina McMorris. I really enjoyed the book. It wasn't a happy go- lucky book. It made you think. It made me think of all the hard times my grandparents faced and went through during their childhood. They truly were a great generation.
On TV this week~
Netflix~
The Good Witch
The Watcher
I finished Virgin River. Now I have to wait for the next season
Hulu~
Criminal Minds Season 14
On the Menu this Week~
Monday~ Leftovers
Tuesday~ Stuffed Peppers
Wednesday~??
Thursday~??
Friday~??
Saturday~??
Sunday~??
I still have not sat down and planned out our meals. I really need to. I hate not having a plan. It makes it a little crazy at dinnertime. I'm always trying to figure something out at the last minute.
If I Have a Few Minutes to Myself, I Will~
Start working on a new skirt for church. I recently went to JoAnns and found 4 fabrics that I loved. I needed some new skirts for church, so I was excited to find some new fabrics for fall.
One of My Simple Pleasures~
Sitting quietly, sipping some English breakfast tea, listening to hymns, and reading the bible. I've come to enjoy and appreciate the quiet time I spend with God.
From the Camera~
Inspirational Quote/Bible Verse/Faith~
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Praying For~
Therese and her ear infection
My kids and their school
Family and Friends
My little first graders
My great aunt
Our country and leaders
A young woman struggling with life
A pregnant friend
The ladies from my Bible study group
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Till Next Time,
Monique
Sunday, October 16, 2022
Sunday Inspiration~ October 16, 2022
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Friday, October 14, 2022
Our Spooktacular Halloween Book List
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When the kids were little we had a section in our front room(school room) that held seasonal books for the kids to look through and read. Often they would pick out a few books, and we'd curl up on the couch together, and have story time. These are some of my favorite memories with my kids. I loved reading to them. Sadly, those days are long gone but the memories will last forever. You'll never regret story time with your children.
So with Halloween coming up, I thought I would share a few of our favorite Halloween stories!
1. Corduroy's Best Halloween Ever!
2. Little Witch
3. The Berenstein Bears Trick or Treat
4. The Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin
We love The Berenstain Bear books. They are one of our favorite children's book series!
5. Spookley the Square Pumpkin
6. It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
No Halloween book list would be complete without this book. Michael is a HUGE Peanuts fan, but everyone knows this book! It's a classic.
7. The Spooky Smells of Halloween
8. The Bumpy Little Pumpkin by Margery Cuyler
9. The Pumpkin Book
11. The Littlest Pumpkin
Halloween is a fun time!
What are some of your favorite stories to share at Halloween?
Thursday, October 13, 2022
The Fall Breeze Brings in Fall Decor
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I'm a huge fan of decorating for the holidays. I have decorations for almost all the holidays: Fall, Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Saint Patrick's Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Summer, etc. I love changing out decorations for the different seasons. It brings new life to the house and just freshens it all up. It is new and different and the house never seems boring! When the kids were younger they would get so excited to put out the different decorations. It made for so many wonderful memories with them. Now since they are older, it's mostly Therese that helps me. Michael will help with the outdoor decorations, but only if I need it.
When decorating for the Fall, I like to focus more on Fall rather than Halloween. Nothing against Halloween, we celebrate it and have no issues with the holiday. I just feel I get more out of decorating for Fall. I do add a few Halloween items around the house and I just pull them once the day has passed.
Fall wreath that's hanging on the kitchen door
I love using a variety of decorations. I love creating things too. I make all the wreaths that decorate my home, inside and out. I use ribbon, mesh, flowers, etc. My favorite place to shop for these items is Hobby Lobby, JoAnns, or Walmart. I do find a few things at the dollar store every now and then.
I add warm inviting scents to fill my home with candles, diffusers, and wax warmers.
Little homemade touches add the perfect homey feel. I love looking around and seeing items I've made or items that have been passed down from my mom, grandparents, or father-in-law. Tradition, family, and memories mean so much. When I look at certain items, I smile and a cherished memory often pops up in my head. Even if I look at a picture or blanket and feel sad because I am missing them, I know they are still there and I love having something that was part of them. All that they have taught me and shared with me, lives on in me and will in turn be passed down to my children. It is amazing how much our loved ones influence us.
Halloween pumpkins I made this year
Front door fall wreath
This sweet little scarecrow bear is one of my favorites! Growing up I loved bears and collected all kinds of teddy bears. I have since paired down my collection. Having kids will have you do that. I think I got him at Walmart, but I honestly can't remember.
Dining room table runner
"Give thanks to the Lord
He is good
His love endures forever."
Psalms 107:1
My pumpkin scarecrow couple is from a huge craft show that is held in Maryland every year. I bought these two years ago from an elderly couple. They sit next to their pumpkin on the wood stove at least until the wood stove has to be started which is usually in mid-November. After that, they get to hang out on my cedar chest that was made by my grandfather for his mother. You can find a similar pumpkin set here.
Signs, candles, and little knick-knacks are perfect for adding just a little bit of fall to every room. With these small additions, every room can have a hint of the season. You can tuck them in here and there.
I love these little scarecrows I found at Hobby Lobby this year.
Do you like decorating for the holidays? What's your favorite holiday to decorate for?
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