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Greetings sweet friendsI know it has been a long while since we have last chatted! The last few months have been…..Interesting….to say the least. Nothing short of lessons in having patience and being seen.

It has been so amazing to know that in this beginning of our new seasons that God is answering prayers from over the last number of years. They are not how we planned for them to be answered and yet we have been seen…..AND HEARD. It doesn’t mean it hasn’t been hard. BUT even in the midst of what is hard GOD IS THERE. He sees me and He sees You.

So let’s jump into this weeks Happy Homemaker Monday!

♥♥ The Weather ♥♥

We have been experiencing a little bit of spring each week. We have been getting those hope filled days of high 40’s to low 50’s with a few in between days and then days that are much colder
Monday 51 partly sunny. Tuesday -51 rain. Wednesday – 54 Rain. Thursday -29 partly Sunny. Friday 33 snow. Saturday – 26 partly sunny. Sunday – 34 mostly sunny

♥♥ How I am feeling ♥♥

Pretty good. I have been pretty sore lately (tweaked my whole right side -not sure how I just did) but it is getting much better.

♥♥ On the breakfast plate ♥♥

Cup of coffee, egg whites

♥♥ On my reading pile ♥♥

• The Life giving Home By Sally and Sarah Clarkson.
• the book of Luke from the Bible
• 365 ways to Save time

♥♥ On my TV ♥♥

The kids and hubby have been revisiting Knight Rider and Star Trek

I haven’t been watching much of anything but I have been listening to podcasts as I work around the house. I finished Season 1 of the Rise and Fall of Mars Hill a little over a week ago and Over the last two weeks I have been catching up on missed podcasts of Mom to Mom Podcast

♥♥ On the menu ♥♥

This week is super simple as we have almost a full week of school (yes we give our homeschooled kiddos off all the normal holidays. And we have some fun with friends planned and a bunch of extra time at church this week
Monday– Pasta Night- Mac & cheese

Tuesday- Chili, biscuits, and salad

Wednesday-Pizza. (we have friends coming over for a movie/ game night.

Thursday-Soup and Salad

Friday Loaded Baked Potatoes

Saturday- Mashed Potato Sundaes

Sunday- Tacos

♥♥ From the camera ♥♥

♥♥ Looking around the house ♥♥

UGH…..let’s not talk about this. We have been working to pack and downsize but it’s been a crazy rollercoaster. We have no move date we just want to not wait to the last minute.

♥♥ To do list ♥♥

HAHAHAHAHAHA this is funny!

Can I just say everything and call it good!?!

  ♥♥ Today’s Devotional ♥♥

This is a verse that really hit me a few days ago .

Luke 6: 46-49 (NLT)

⁴⁶ “So why do you keep calling me ‘Lord, Lord!’ when you don’t do what I say? ⁴⁷ I will show you what it’s like when someone comes to me, listens to my teaching, and then follows it. ⁴⁸ It is like a person building a house who digs deep and lays the foundation on solid rock. When the floodwaters rise and break against that house, it stands firm because it is well built. ⁴⁹ But anyone who hears and doesn’t obey is like a person who builds a house right on the ground, without a foundation. When the floods sweep down against that house, it will collapse into a heap of ruins.”

So many times we build our foundations on shaky things like relationships, money, status, a job….the list can really go on and on. But these things are unstable. People will let us down. We tend to elevate our expectation of them to God like status. I have seen so many people do this for celebrity pastor’s and speakers and even friends. The problem is when we do this we put them on a pedestal only meant for God and they will ALWAYS fall short.

Money, status, and a job are all temporary and fleeting. Are here one day and gone the next. Our foundation NEEDS to be on Jesus and him alone and when it is life isn’t perfect BUT when people let us down or our income is lost or we no longer have the influence we once had we can stand firm on our rock solid foundation.

Solid foundations still are shaken in earthquakes. Life will still shake us but we can remember and take comfort who is holding us.

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:::: The Weather :::: 

It has been a rather roller coaster sort of week. and this week is shaping u to be no different. It can range from 30’s down to the negatives. Last week we had a negative 14 morning (That’s without the wind chill).

:::: How I am feeling this morning :::: 

I am ready to tackle the day! I have a lot of planner work to do today since it didn’t happen on Saturday. So I have some catch up today but I am ready to go!

   :::: On the breakfast plate :::: 

A cup of coffee gingerbread syrup and Oatmilk. Egg whites with parmesean cheese and bacon

   :::: On my reading pile :::: 

• The book of Matthew (Bible)
• Wingfeather Tales (with the kids)
• Simplifying Prayer (PDF)
• Get Out of Your Head
• The Life Giving Home

:::: On my TV ::::

Nothing really

:::: On the menu this week :::: 

Monday -Hamburgers and French friens and fresh veggies
Tuesday – Ham and Scalloped Potatoes. Wednesday -Subs and Chips Thursday– Chili and Biscuits
Friday –  Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Saturday-Meatball Subs Sunday– BLT’s

::::From the Camera ::::

:::: Looking around the house :::: 

Lots of work to do as we make plans for a move and adjust to new schedules and the like. Homeschooling has made these transitions a lot easier for sure.

::::  To do List :::: 

• Kitchen – dishes and sweeping and counters
• catch up planner work
• Kitchen table

:::: Today’s devotional ::::  

Today I’m reading Matthew 22-23. Chapter 22 talks a lot about Blind guides and this resonates with me a lot because I understand this concept perhaps a little more differently than some….because I have literally been a “blind guide”. I am what is commonly referred to as a visually blind person. I have shared that a number of times here on my blog.

As a teenager in my Junior year of high school I attended “blind camp…..sounds amazing right? Well it was. And at this camp as a camper there were no real “Can’ts”

We went hiking over night and slept in A frames, we fished and canoed and paddle boated….we even had a group that went spelunking (crawling around in caves) and we even rafted down a local river. There were two types of campers. Blind campers and sighted blind campers and as a “sighted blind camper” I had to help those who were completely blind.

Well one night as the Sr High campers were walking back to our cabins (we got to stay up later and were in the senior lounge” I had the task of walking back t one of my cabin mates who was completely blind complete with cane. And we were walking kinda fast….and well there are certain things even a sighted blind person can’t see real well in the dark…..like volleyball nets. Needless to say we both ended up flat on our backs rather stunned but the surprise that seemed jump out of nowhere. It’s not like it was new it had been there ALL week. I had dodged it myself many times but in the dark its completely different story.

Well In Matthew 22 Jesus is talking about how the Pharisees were a bunch of blind guides. they are referred to as such numerous times throughout the book of Matthew but 22 is really when Jesus hits home- They are leading the people in the wrong direction focusing on the outward appearances rather than the hearts of those they are leading and teaching.

Ya know it’s funny I remember very distinctly thinking to myself oh we aren’t anywhere near the dolly ball net and literals 30 seconds later we were laying on our backs stunned. I thought I was leading her around it. BUT I was wrong.

And we like the Pharisees and myself leading my cabin-mate have to be incredibly careful when leading other people.- or even being led by people- because what appears right and good can be very misleading……and very harmful. Mentally, spiritually and/or physically.

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Hello Friends and Hello 2022! what an end to 2021- What started as a week long break in the middle of November quickly spread through the New Year! It wasn’t my plan but it was necessary! After blogging for 100 days I needed a break and some time with t family. She have been extremely busy and there are some announcements spread throughout todays post! We are beginning an exciting journey and we hope that you will come along for the ride!

Let’s get into todays post!

:::: The Weather :::: 

Today is the coldest day of the week at a whopping 17 degrees! But the rest of the days will be up in the mid 30’s for the most of it

:::: How I am feeling this morning ::::

This morning was a whirlwind. Hubby and our oldest son had to fix one of the brakes on our truck (it failed when they were out and about yesterday). I am so thankful that there was no troubles other than the brake not working. Then it was off to the hospital for my 4th IVIG infusion.

  :::: On the breakfast plate :::: 

I had a bagel and cream cheese before I left for the hospital so I could take my vitamins (which I forgot UGH). And then I had bacon, yogurt and egg and cheese omelette after the infusion started.

 :::: On my reading pile :::: 

I have a few books I am finishing up before I start on thee 2022 reading list. Stay tuned for the first few books, in the near future.

But for now I am finishing

• Get Out of Your Head
• Hello Fears
• 365 Ways to Save Time
• LisettesList

Not to mention my Bible. I am going to read through the New Testament this year. One Chapter a day.

:::: On my TV :::: 

Currently yje Tv Show from the 80’s Different Strokes

:::: On the menu this week ::::

I must confess I don’t have a menu set up for this week it is on my list of things to do for today
Monday – Burgers and fries and veggies (hubby and Had salads from one of our favorite local places as a celebration. Tuesday – Baked Chicken with mashed Potatoes and Gravy and broccoli. Wednesday -Pasta. Thursday – Soup of some sort. Friday –  no blessed idea.

:::: From the camera :::: 

We have been keeping a secret!!!!!

:::: Looking around the house :::: 

BOXES UPON BOXES UPON BOXES- we are in the slow process of packing and downsizing for a move. Thankfully it’s not a far move . We have gone under contract with a house and are excited bout the possibilities ahead of us!

::::  To do List :::: 

• Downsize
• pack
• downsize
• Pack
• pack
• Pack
• Downsize some more…..
• oh and undecorated from Christmas

:::: Something fun to share :::: 

Oh man…..I don’t really have anything right now.

:::: Today’s devotional :::: 

1 Peter 5:10 NLT

¹⁰ In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation.

What a promise! When we suffer for a little while (because in light of eternity it is really a “little while) He (God) will restore, support and strengthen you….me….I don’t know about you BUT I NEED this reminder.

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Happy (early) Thanksgiving everyone! As we have moved through this last year yes a lot has happened but even though some of it was hard we still have so much to be thankful for. Thankfully I have been keep Track all year long with my Thursday Joy Dare post.

♥♥How I am feeling this morning♥♥

Pretty good our wood heat has been causing some allergy issues (Hubby said it’s more than likely from the type of wood we are burning since it is different than what we normally burn.

   ♥♥On my mind♥♥ 

Oh lots of things. A lot of super exciting things. and we are getting closer to being able to share them with you. AND feeling slightly overwhelmed with some work I need to catch up on.

 ♥♥On the breakfast plate♥♥

Coffee first, then I will decide later after the kids get up what else I will eat

♥♥Right now I am♥♥

writing this blog post and waiting for hubby to head out the door for work

♥♥What I’m wearing today♥♥

Light jeans’ purse and gray baseball shirt with 3/4 length sleeves.sneakers and my hair pulled back into a ponytail *and a fleece jacket.

♥♥On my reading pile♥♥ 

Reading time has been almost non-exsistent. so my Bible, Practical Dreamer and the Nate Saint Biography

♥♥On today’s to do list♥♥

I need to read through the Play scripts and make nots for the December skits for church

 ♥♥On my tv♥♥

Our kids have fallen in LOVE with Treehouse Masters- for me nothing really

♥♥What I’m listening to♥♥

I have a feeling that gobble Gobble by Matthew West will be on repeat this week.

♥♥On the menu this week♥♥

Monday – Meatloaf and potatoes in the crock pot   Tuesday– Chicken Potatoes and carrots in the crockpot
Wednesday – ?? (plans are in progress)
Thursday – THANKSGIVING
Friday – Family Christmas party (when we set up our tree)
Saturday -Tater Tot Casserole
Sunday –  mashed Potato Sundaes ( this keeps not happening so it keeps getting pushed back)

♥♥From the camera♥♥  

♥♥Looking around the house♥♥

We have a bunch of unfinished jobs that need to be tackled and finished

♥♥To relax this week, I will♥♥

Enjoy a lot of family time

 
♥♥On my prayer list♥♥ 

I have a couple of friends who really struggle through the Thanksgiving and Christmas time and they are definitely being prayed for this week and throughout the season.

We hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving week!

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Hello Friends. It was a Crazy week last week full of adventures.

♥♥How I am feeling this morning♥♥

Today has been a better day- last week was a little rough after my IVIG but I think it’s mellowing (You can have flu like symptoms afterwards)

   ♥♥On my mind♥♥ 

I am grateful that our crazy week has wrapped up and now we are in full holiday mode- mostly wrapping up school so we can get to the fun Thanksgiving weekend stuff.

 ♥♥On the breakfast plate♥♥

Coffee and I don’t remember what I ate. I need to be more intentional about breakfast

♥♥Right now I am♥♥

Making dinner- Shrimp stir fry (and writing this post) AND listening to a YouTube I enjoy who is reviewing kids advent calendars

♥♥What I’m wearing today♥♥

Jeans , a burgundy zip fleece and a long sleeved navy blue t-shirt and sneakers.

♥♥On my reading pile♥♥ 

Reading time has been almost non-exsistent. so my Bible, Practical Dreamer and the Nate Saint Biography

♥♥On today’s to do list♥♥

I had a TON of phone calls and text messages to send today and weekly planning

 ♥♥On my tv♥♥

Our kids have fallen in LOVE with Treehouse Masters

♥♥What I’m listening to♥♥

Our fun music play list-Featuring the kids favorite Thanksgiving Song Gbble Gobble by Matthew west.

♥♥On the menu this week♥♥

Monday – Shrimp Stir Fry. Tuesday– Soup- Veggie with the option to add in chicken
Wednesday – Taco Salad
Thursday – Chicken Broccoli. Rice Bake
Friday – Chili
Saturday -Meatloaf and Baked potatoes
Sunday –  Mashed Potato Sundaes (stay tuned Recipe later this week)

♥♥From the camera♥♥  

This crazy Group of friends love to hang out and play games

♥♥Looking around the house♥♥

Lots of projects underway    

♥♥To relax this week, I will♥♥

Nothing really

 
♥♥On my prayer list♥♥ 

Lots of friends and family struggling right now

Thanks so much for Joining me today for another happy Homemaker post! You can find more Happy Homemaker posts and join in on the fun by visiting Diary of a Stay At Home Mom.

You can Also Check out the rest of my Choosing Courage blog posts here!