One of the big problems with being a slob, and a mom, is that a house out of control can make you feel overwhelmed, and the overwhelmed feeling can keep you from doing the neat little projects that you read about and want to do with your kids. So having the house under better control helps so much in my being willing to tackle a project. But … [Read more...]
My Off-Balance World
I'm off balance in more ways than one. First of all, I still feel the boat moving, and I got off more than two days ago. I'm ready for this equilibrium problem, or whatever it is, to stop.Secondly, and mainly, things are off-balance because they are out of routine. It's a holiday week, and my kids and husband are home for the entire week. Nothing … [Read more...]
Christmas Decorating – OH THE BOXES!!!
Today, we're decorating the house for Christmas. Shhh. I know that we should wait until after we've fully enjoyed Thanksgiving, but if we don't get it done now, there won't be a time to do it. And we're going to my mom's on Thursday anyway. I know. Excuses. Last year, after Christmas, I made an effort to get rid of stuff I didn't use … [Read more...]
I’m Back!!!!
I'm back. Whew!My husband and I went on a 4 night cruise celebrating my in-laws 60th anniversary. It was a great time of being together, but I still feel the waves! As I sit here, I can feel the boat rocking, even though I've been off the boat since about 9am this morning!My fabulous mom stayed with our three kids. They had a great time, but I am … [Read more...]
Out for a bit
I'll be away from the computer for a few days. Unless I happen to get to one and then I might write about how quickly a hotel room can reach a state of chaos. … [Read more...]
Hope?
I am very proud of my boys' room. It looks so good, and of course, they've been playing like crazy in there now that they can actually find their toys. It's amazing how that works.I have no misconceptions, however, of how easily it can slip right back into it's state of absolute chaos. Or how quickly. But I do have hope. They always love it … [Read more...]
Daily Checklist
Made bed.Emptied dishwasher.Cleaned kitchen.Swept kitchen.Did five minute pickup.Started laundry, and later put it in dryer.Checked bathrooms for clutter.Last night: made lunches, put out clothes, wiped down bathrooms, put clothes in washer to be started this morning, did 5 minute pickup. … [Read more...]
I Shouldn’t Have to . . . But I DO have to
A few days ago, I was thinking about how much I adore the Bible Study that I go to. I love it because it has provided the consistency, and therefore the depth, that I've always wanted, but never achieved on my own. Sometimes I have a very self-sufficient attitude. I'm an intelligent person, and am successful at many things. So, I often have the … [Read more...]
Menu Plan Monday
Not much to plan this week since hubby and I are going out of town on Thursday. My parents will be here, but I won't plan for them. I've just made sure there are plenty of the basics available to them so my mom can make whatever she wants. Monday - For hubby's birthday, we're going to (drumroll) . . . my son's kindergarten Thanksgiving program … [Read more...]
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