Merry Christmas from the Hedgehog

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FOR TODAY . . . September 27, 2011

Outside my window . . . it is cool and clear. There is a heavy dew on the grass and it is only 49 degrees.

I am thinking . . . that I am proud of myself for helping dh with a new Bible class this past Sunday at church. I got up and spoke (briefly) to the class, and I felt that the whole class went really well.

I am thankful . . . for encouraging words from several different people of late. Moving outside my comfort zone is less painful with kind words ringing in my ears.

From the learning rooms . . . we're nearing the end of the first quarter/nine weeks. Grades are definitely better than in the past, but there is a lot of work looming at this grading period ends.

In the kitchen . . . tonight is baked tilapia, steamed green beans with slivered almonds, and cheesy squash casserole.

I am wearing . . . my "I am the Lorax" t-shirt, my summer weight robe, and blue Target "crocs". As you know by now I am quite the fashionista!

I am creating . . . still working on that afghan, but also on a new Sweet November scarf for a friend. I am using Spa: A Silky Soft Bamboo Blend in rose bisque. I really like the way it feels and looks.

I am going . . . to the library today to pick up a book on hold, to turn in overdue books (and pay fines), and to renew a book that is overdue that I haven't even started yet! I am NOT the poster child for good library citizenship this month!

I am wondering . . . about cobwebs. Where do they come from exactly? I seem to have more than my share of them this fall inside and outside my house. I've heard that a plethora of cobwebs in fall is a sign of a snowy winter. If that is true I have mixed emotions. We had plenty of snow last winter!

I am reading . . . lots! I started Fall Into Reading 2011. I've got to make time to get this reading and reviewing done, because I signed up to do it, but mostly because I really, really want to!

I am hoping . . . to get some fall decor out today. Wait a minute didn't I say that last week?

I am looking forward to . . . new episodes of Castle and The Mentalist. Shallow I know, but I do enjoy those two shows!

I am hearing . . . nothing but the twitter of birds and distant traffic.

Around the house . . . dh and the kids worked on the bonus room some this weekend. It's not all better, but there is definite improvement.

I am pondering . . . the random things that strangers share with me. Yesterday at the grocery store, the gentleman who bagged my groceries shared with me about the struggles he is having in his marriage. I have no idea why, but I was blessed that the Lord gave me something to share. I am adding Jason and his wife to my prayer list.

One of my favorite things . . . is my new hedgehog air freshener from Bath & Body Works



A few plans for the rest of the week . . . working on that balance between fun and productivity. It is a real struggle for me.

Here is a picture for thought I am sharing . . . 

last week my neighbors had a huge fairy ring it their yard!

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The Simple Woman's Daybook -- March 8, 2011

FOR TODAY

Outside my window . .  . it is partly cloudy and around 45 degrees. It's supposed to be a little warmer today than it was yesterday. 

I am thinking . . . about my dh who is out of town dealing with the aforementioned work ick. Please pray that it will all be resolved today and he will get to put this behind him.

I am thankful for . . . a lovely birthday weekend, full of fun, love and family.

From the learning rooms . . . getting through one more week before Spring Break!

From the kitchen . . . two new scone mixes from World Market. One for cinnamon raisin scones which we had yesterday for breakfast -- quite tasty, and blueberry which we'll probably have later this week.

I am wearing . . . the usual morning attire -- flannel jammie pants, t-shirt, and my flannel robe.

I am creating . . . chaos? No not really, I'm just not sure what to do next. The shawl for KFH's mother? Finish the baby blanket I started? Start the linen dress I bought fabric for last week? Maybe that bag I've been thinking about? See, too many options.

I am going . . . to do yoga with dd this morning. We are going to do it here at home using Yoga for Beginners with Patricia Walden.

I am reading . . . Out of the Deep I Cry by Julia Spencer-Fleming.

I am hoping . . . to have a more productive day today. Yesterday was kind of low key, so I need to accomplish a bit more today.

I am hearing . . . ds and his gf chatting about her job interview this afternoon.

Around the house . . . dd and I just about have the living room back to normal. It is amazing how much my general mood improves when the house is looking better.

One of my favorite things . . . is hedgehogs. And look what my dh had put on my birthday cake:

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . I'm trying to figure out how to get a pedicure and massage in this week. You wouldn't think it would be that difficult, but there you go!

Here's a picture for thought I'm sharing . . .

Ds showing me how birthday cake should be enjoyed!

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