SIMPLE WOMAN’S DAYBOOK

MY DAYBOOK for HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY

It’s been awhile since I felt like I was in my regular routine. It’s time to try and get back into the groove of things.

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HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY is hosted by Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home MOM

Outside my window/WEATHER… VERY little sun is peeking through smokey hazy skies as firefighters continue to battle and are finally winning the “Mountain Fire”. As soon as they have it completely contained I am going to have to wash down the house starting at the roof peak and the pool will have to be REALLY cleaned as the ash is settling into the water and filter.

I am thinking… it’s a going to be a busy day as I continue to wade through the paperwork that has accumulated on my desktop.

I am thankful… for my family and their love.

In the kitchen… we have a few more new recipes still brewing for the July menu and I’m starting on some new ones for August too. I’ll post the successful ones on my food blog ALWAYS EAT ON THE GOOD CHINA.

Ritzy Cheddar Chicken
Lemon Cream Chicken
Potato Crusted Tilapia
Garlic & Brown Sugar Chicken

I’M WEARING… a swimsuit and coverup.

I’M CREATING… some quilt pieces that have been needing finished for a while (I just have problems sitting for any length of time due to the scar tissue from my cancer surgery), Christmas gifts for next year – quit laughing, these things take time and I’m also creating some new recipes. Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

MENU THIS WEEK:

MONDAY – Ritzy Cheddar Chicken

TUESDAY – Lemon Cream Chicken

WEDNESDAY – Potato Crusted Tilapia

THURSDAY – Garlic & Brown Sugar Chicken

FRIDAY –OUT

SATURDAY – BIL’s surprise birthday party

SUNDAY – C.O.R.N.

I am going… to BIL’s surprise birthday party and am looking forward to seeing family we’ve been missing.I am wondering… just who to contact next regarding the VA mess – seems like we’re always starting over.

MY READING LIST… love my kindle paperwhite and have been enjoying a new author (at least to me) Marie Force. Since Christmas I have devoured every book she ever wrote.

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… ALL ON DVR SO I CAN SKIP THE COMMERCIALS LATER

FALLING SKIES
DROP DEAD DIVA
RIZZOLI AND ISLES
FRANKLIN & BASH
ROYAL PAINS
LONGMIRE
THE GLADES
SWITCHED AT BIRTH and many more…

I am hoping… things turn around soon

I am looking forward to… getting away for a few days next month for our anniversary.

I am learning… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

Around the house… were finishing a few projects.

I am praying… to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A favorite quote for today…Dreams are only thoughts you didn’t have time to think about during the day. ~Author Unknown

my morning coffee
cooler weather
my kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
getting into a new exercise routine to keep getting my energy back
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture from my camera this week… I had my golden shaved for the oppressive heat this summer and she just looks so darned cute with her paws crossed so politely.

HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY

DIARY OF A STAY AT HOME MOM

Outside my window/WEATHER… the sun is warm and refreshing with a slight breeze.

I’M THINKING… about the future, a new house and a renewed sense of purpose.

I’M THANKFUL… for my renewed health and a bit fearful of yet another surgery.

IN THE KITCHEN… we have a few new recipes brewing for the April/May menu.

I’ll post the successful ones as we go.

BAKED CABLE GUY ASIAN SEA BASS
CHICKEN & PINEAPPLE
BAJA CALIFORNIA CHICKEN
AUSTRIAN CHICKEN STRUDEL
SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
PUERTA RICAN CHICKEN STEW
DRUNKEN PORK CHOPS
CHOCOLATE CHICKEN
SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN
MILK BRAISED PORK
CRUNCHY BLOODY MARYS
DO AHEAD FREEZER DAQUIRIS

I’M WEARING… MY SWIMSUIT AND COVERUP WITH THE BEST BROKEN IN FLIP FLOPS.

I’M CREATING… SOME ORGANIZATION & SHADE!

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

	BREAKFAST	LUNCH	DINNER
MONDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	SPAM & MAC & CHEESE FOR HUBS
TUESDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD
WEDNESDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	C.O.R.N.
THURSDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	PB & J	SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF & SALAD
FRIDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	BAKED STEAKS PARMESAN GARLIC POMMES ANNA
SATURDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	SALAD & GRILLED CHOPS
SUNDAY	PANCAKES	C.O.R.N.	LEMON BROCCOLI CHICKEN

I’M GOING… to work on the shed and some paperwork.

I AM WONDERING…is wrong with a specific situation that seems hopeless AND when we’ll wrap up this VA mess – seems like we’re always starting over.

Something fun to share::: My new Doxie scanner. I’ve been able to take 3 banker’s boxes full of recipes and scan them into my computer, pictures and all and throw away the paper and eliminate the boxes and I’m finally finding my creative gene again!

MY READING LIST… Sheltering Hearts b Robyn Carr

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… is a long list, but that’s the beauty of all of them being on the DVR – we can do series marathons on rainy days and still skip the commercials

HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST

I’M HOPING & PRAYING… that hope springs eternal for real and some issues comes to an end soon.

I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO… our family reunion next month.

I’M LEARNING… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil WHEN NECESSARY!

AROUND THE HOUSE… a few projects to be finished while it is still cool enough to work outside.

I’M PRAYING… I’m also praying for a unyielding family member who needs to get a clue to real life.

A FAVORITE QUOTE…

“Go where you are celebrated – not tolerated. If they can’t see the real value of you, it’s time for a new start.” – Unknown

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my kindle
the laundry being done & FOLDED
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
SHED FLOOR
painting
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture this week

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HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY ~ SIMPLE WOMAN’S DAYBOOK

DIARY OF A STAY AT HOME MOM

Outside my window/WEATHER… it’s a really grey and rainy with promises of sun TOMORROW.

I’M THINKING… about the future, a new house and a renewed sense of purpose.

I’M THANKFUL… for my renewed health after my recent scare with Long QT syndrome.

IN THE KITCHEN… we have a few new recipes brewing for the April/May menu.

I’ll post the successful ones as we go.

BAKED CABLE GUY ASIAN SEA BASS
BAKED STEAKS
AUSTRIAN CHICKEN STRUDEL
SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
PUERTA RICAN CHICKEN STEW
DRUNKEN PORK CHOPS
CHOCOLATE CHICKEN
SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN
MILK BRAISED PORK
CRUNCHY BLOODY MARYS

I’M WEARING… very worn levis, a COZY turtleneck and cozy socks.

I’M CREATING… SOME ORGANIZATION!

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

	BREAKFAST	LUNCH	DINNER
MONDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	????
TUESDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	C.O.R.N.
WEDNESDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	OUT ~ TRAVELING
THURSDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	PB & J	SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF & SALAD
FRIDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	BAKED STEAKS PARMESAN GARLIC POMMES ANNA
SATURDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	SALAD & INDONESIAN PORK ROAST
SUNDAY	PANCAKES	C.O.R.N.	LEMON BROCCOLI CHICKEN

I’M GOING… to the eye doctor, grocery store and for a walk.

I AM WONDERING…what my doctor’s appointment will hold as an outcome AND when we’ll wrap up this VA mess – seems like we’re always starting over.

Something fun to share::: My new Doxie scanner. I’ve been able to take 2 banker’s boxes full of recipes and scan them into my computer, pictures and all and throw away the paper and eliminate the boxes!

MY READING LIST… Marie Force’s The McCarthys of Gansett Island BOOK #6

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… is a long list, but that’s the beauty of all of them being on the DVR – we can do series marathons on rainy days and still skip the commercials

BUNHEADS
SWITCHED AT BIRTH
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
BONES
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
RISSOLI & ISLES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
CSI NY
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST
ZERO HOUR

I’M HOPING… that hope springs eternal for real and some issues comes to an end soon.

I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO… GETTING TO WARM WEATHER AND THE POOL FOR A WHILE.

I’M LEARNING… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil WHEN NECESSARY!

AROUND THE HOUSE… organization has won.

I’M PRAYING… for a meeting of the minds and less political interaction between friends. I’m also praying for a unyielding family member who needs to get a clue to real life.

A FAVORITE QUOTE…

“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace & gratitude.” – Denis Waitley

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
painting
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture this week is one of my bored, but smart favorite fury friend.

HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY

DIARY OF A STAY AT HOME MOM

Outside my window/WEATHER… it’s a little grey with promises of sun later today.

I’M THINKING… about the future, a new house and a renewed sense of purpose.

I’M THANKFUL… for my renewed health after my recent scare with Long QT syndrome.

IN THE KITCHEN… we have a few new recipes brewing for the March/April menu.

I’ll post the successful ones as we go.

BAKED CABLE GUY ASIAN SEA BASS
BAKED STEAKS
AUSTRIAN CHICKEN STRUDEL
COWBOY BBQ HAMBURGERS
SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
PUERTA RICAN CHICKEN STEW
DRUNKEN PORK CHOPS
CHOCOLATE CHICKEN
SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN
MILK BRAISED PORK
LEMON CHICKEN

I’M WEARING… very worn levis, a gray turtleneck and cozy socks.

I’M CREATING… SOME ORGANIZATION!

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

	BREAKFAST	LUNCH	DINNER
MONDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	BAKED CABLE GUY ASIAN SEA BASS w/ LEMON SAUCE
TUESDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	C.O.R.N.
WEDNESDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	BAKED STEAKS & PARMESAN GARLIC POMMES ANNA
THURSDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	PB & J	SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
FRIDAY	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	BBQ COWBOY HAMBURGERS
SATURDAY	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	C.O.R.N.
SUNDAY	PANCAKES	C.O.R.N.	SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN

I’M GOING… to the eye doctor, grocery store and for a walk.

I AM WONDERING…what my doctor’s appointment will hold as an outcome AND when we’ll wrap up this VA mess – seems like we’re always starting over.

MY READING LIST… Marie Force’s The McCarthys of Gansett Island BOOK #6

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… is a long list, but that’s the beauty of all of them being on the DVR – we can do series marathons on rainy days and still skip the commercials

BUNHEADS
SWITCHED AT BIRTH
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
BONES
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
RISSOLI & ISLES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
CSI NY
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST
ZERO HOUR

I’M HOPING… SPRING IS ON THE WAY

I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO… THE JEFF DUNHAM CONCERT THURSDA. I got hubby tickets for his birthday.

I’M LEARNING… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil WHEN NECESSARY!

AROUND THE HOUSE… organization is finally winning – rooms are being painted, baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I’M PRAYING… for a meeting of the minds and less political interaction between friends. I’m also praying for a unyielding family member who needs to get a clue to real life.

A FAVORITE QUOTE…

If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.

―Jim Rohn

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
painting
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture this week is one I found on a disk from when we were married. the 2nd and the 3rd time too… it’s on the REAL Ponderosa Ranch from BONANZA!

HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY ~ SIMPLE WOMAN & MENU PLANS

DIARY OF A STAY AT HOME MOM

Outside my window/WEATHER… a light rain is falling and fog is still hugging the pavement AGAIN.

I’M THINKING… about the future.

I’M THANKFUL… for my family and their love as well as my renewed health.

IN THE KITCHEN… we have a few new recipes brewing for the February/March menu.

I’ll post the successful ones as we go.

CASHEW CHICKEN
COWBOY BURGERS
CHINESE HAMBURGER HASH
INDONESIAN PORK
SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN
CHINESE STEW
SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
DRUNKEN PORK CHOPS
PORK BURGERS
CHOCOLATE CHICKEN
JAMAICAN CHICKEN SANDWICHES
PUERTA RICAN CHICKEN STEW
AUSTRIAN CHICKEN STREUDEL
FIESTA CHICKEN & RICE

I’M WEARING… very worn levis, a gray turtleneck and cozy socks.

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

	DATE	BREAKFAST	LUNCH	DINNER
MONDAY	2/18	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	LEMON PARMESAN CHICKEN
TUESDAY	2/19	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	C.O.R.N.
WEDNESDAY	2/20	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	PINK LEMON CHICKEN
THURSDAY	2/21	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	BRAUNSWIEGER	BBQ CHICKEN IN BBQ SAUCE
FRIDAY	2/22	OATMEAL, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	BAKED TACOS
SATURDAY	2/23	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	C.O.R.N.
SUNDAY	2/24	PANCAKES	C.O.R.N.	SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN

I’M GOING… to the eye doctor, grocery store and for a walk.

I AM WONDERING…when we’ll wrap up this VA mess – seems like we’re always starting over.

MY READING LIST… Marie Force’s The McCarthys of Gansett Island

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… is a long list, but that’s the beauty of all of them being on the DVR – we can do series marathons on rainy days and still skip the commercials

BUNHEADS
SWITCHED AT BIRTH
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
BONES
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
RISSOLI & ISLES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
CSI NY
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST
ZERO HOUR

I’M HOPING… SPRING IS ON THE WAY

I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO… THE JEFF DUNHAM CONCERT NEXT MONTH. I got hubby tickets for his birthday.

I’M LEARNING… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

AROUND THE HOUSE… organization is finally winning – rooms are being painted, baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I’M PRAYING… for a meeting of the minds and less political interaction between friends.

A FAVORITE QUOTE…

Forgiveness is the economy of the heart… forgiveness saves the expense of anger, the cost of hatred, the waste of spirits. ~Hannah More

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my new kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
painting
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture from my camera this week…

HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY ~ simple woman’s daybook

Diary of a Stay at Home Mom

Outside my window/WEATHER… a light rain is falling and fog is still hugging the pavement AGAIN.

I’M THINKING…I’m anxious to get today’s test over with and get the dining room painted!

I’M THANKFUL… for my family and their love as well as my health.

N THE KITCHEN… we have a few new recipes brewing for the February menu.

I’ll post the successful ones as we go.

CASHEW CHICKEN
COWBOY BURGERS
TACO MELTS
CHINESE HAMBURGER HASH
INDONESIAN PORK
SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN
SWEET LEMON PORK RIBS
CHINESE STEW
UNFRIED CHICKEN
SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
CHEESEBURGER SOUP
DRUNKEN PORK CHOPS
PORK BURGERS
CHOCOLATE CHICKEN
OREO CHEESECAKE
JAMAICAN CHICKEN SANDWICHES
PUERTAN RICAN CHICKEN STEW
AUSTRIAN CHICKEN STREUDEL
FIESTA CHICKEN & RICE

I’M WEARING… very worn levis, pink corduroy shirt and cozy socks.

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

	DATE	BREAKFAST	LUNCH	DINNER
MONDAY	2/4	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	CHICKEN FRANCAISE
TUESDAY	2/5	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
WEDNESDAY	2/6	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	CHICKEN SAUTE’ with VEGGIES
THURSDAY	2/7	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	BRAUNSWIEGER	SAUERBRATEN MEATLOAF
FRIDAY	2/8	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	EGG SALAD	MILK BRAISED PORK
SATURDAY	2/9	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	TUNA	CHINESE STEW
SUNDAY	2/10	CHEERIOS, BANANA & YOGURT	C.O.R.N.	CHICKEN TORTAS

I’M GOING… nowhere until I’m done scanning in ALL the VA documents and composing more letters to our congressman in hopes of clearing things up – yay, like that’s going to happen, but I have to follow procedure. For every step forward we seem to take 3 backwards! This week though we’re moving onto multiple letters.

I AM WONDERING… just who to contact next regarding the VA mess. We’re finally meeting up with a new service officer this morning – seems like we’re always starting over.

MY READING LIST… Robyn Carr’s Whispering Rock & Second Chance Pass

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… is a long list, but that’s the beauty of all of them being on the DVR – we can do series marathons on rainy days and still skip the commercials

BUNHEADS
SWITCHED AT BIRTH
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
BONES
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
RISSOLI & ISLES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
CSI NY
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST

I’M HOPING… things turn around soon.

I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO… getting away for a few days next month.

I’M LEARNING… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

AROUND THE HOUSE… organization is finally winning – rooms are being painted, baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I’M PRAYING… that today’s test is negative and that the cancer has not returned and to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A FAVORITE QUOTE…

Let us not seek the Republican answer or the Democratic answer, but the right answer. Let us not seek to fix the blame for the past. Let us accept our own responsibility for the future. ~John F. Kennedy

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my new kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
CT SCAN
painting
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up

Favorite picture from my camera this week… this guy has been hanging around for several weeks.

MY DAYBOOK for HAPPY HOMEMAKER MONDAY


Diary of a Stay at Home Mom

Outside my window/WEATHER… a VERY little sun is peeking through beautiful fluffy clouds. I pray it wins and the clouds lose today.

I am thinking… it’s a going to be a busy day as we paint the family room, a huge room! Fortunately we have moved all the books and dust collectors as well as the wall pieces to another room already.

I am thankful… for my family and their love.

In the kitchen… we have a few more new recipes still brewing for the January menu.
I’ll post the successful ones on my food blog ALWAYS EAT ON THE GOOD CHINA.

Salad w/ Poppy Seed Tarragon Creme Fraiche’ dressing
Baked Potatoes w/ Shallot Corn Butter
Kentucky Hot Browns
Cream of Tomato Soup w/ Rice
Cream of Vegetable Soup
Pork Chops w/ Roasted Apple & Onions

I’M WEARING… my daily PAINT uniform LOL – purple yoga paints (covered in paint already), a black t-shirt and paint covered Life is good anklets.

I’M CREATING… some quilt pieces that have been needing finished for a while (I just have problems sitting for any length of time due to the scar tissue from my cancer surgery), Christmas gifts for next year – quit laughing, these things take time and I’m also creating some new recipes.

Menu Plan Monday hosted by Laura at I’m an Organizing Junkie

MENU THIS WEEK:
MONDAY – BEEF BARLEY STEW & PARMESAN CORN MUFFINS
TUESDAY – CREAM OF VEGETABLE SOUP
WEDNESDAY – PAPRIKA POT ROAST
THURSDAY – C.O.R.N.
FRIDAY – CREAM OF CELERY SOUP w/ GORGONZOLA CREAM & PARMESAN CROUTONS
SATURDAY – BAKED POTATOES w/ SHALLOT CORN BUTTER
SUNDAY – KENTUCKY HOT BROWNS

I am going… nowhere until I’m done scanning in ALL the VA documents and composing more letters to our congressman in hopes of clearing things up – yay, like that’s going to happen, but I have to follow procedure. For every step forward we seem to take 3 backwards!

I am wondering… just who to contact next regarding the VA mess. The appointment we made last was for today – now I’m informed they are taking the holiday off instead – seems like we’re always starting over.

MY READING LIST…

Cook’s Illustrated The Science of Good Cooking
The 4 Hour Chef
1105 Yakima by Debbie Macomber

MY TV LINEUP THIS WEEK… ALL ON DVR SO I CAN SKIP THE COMMERCIALS LATER

BUNHEADS
SWITCHED AT BIRTH
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
BONES
CASTLE
NCIS
NCIS LOS ANGELES
RISSOLI & ISLES
VEGAS
CRIMINAL MINDS
ARROW
L & O SVU
CHICAGO FIRE
BIG BANG THEORY
PERSON OF INTEREST
SCANDAL
ELEMENTARY
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
CSI NY
ONCE UPON A TIME
THE GOOD WIFE
THE MENTALIST

I am hoping… things turn around soon

I am looking forward to… getting away for a few days next month.

I am learning… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

Around the house… rooms are being painted, baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I am praying… to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A favorite quote for today…

Dreams are only thoughts you didn’t have time

to think about during the day.

~Author Unknown

SOME my favorite things

my morning coffee
my new kindle
the laundry being done
the grocery shopping being done

MY TO DO LIST

Creating a few new recipes
getting into a new exercise routine to keep getting my energy back
laundry
grocery store
research
blog catch up.

Favorite picture from my camera this week… this guy has been hanging around for several weeks. I’ve been trying to get a picture of him in the backyard, but he’s always too quick for me. I did catch him on the power pole out back though. He loves to annoy the dogs!

Diary of a Stay at Home Mom

FOR TODAY

Outside my window… a little sun is peeking through beautiful fluffy clouds.

I am thinking… it’s a good day to get some outside projects done.

I am thankful… for my family and their love.

In the kitchen… we have a few more new recipes still brewing for the January’s menu. I’ll post the successful ones on my food blog ALWAYS EAT ON THE GOOD CHINA.

I am wearing… my daily uniform LOL – 515 Levi’s, a cotton weave turtleneck and my favorite hikers.

I am still creating… some Christmas gifts for next year – quit laughing, these things take time. I’m also creating some new recipes for:

Salad w/ Poppy Seed Tarragon Creme Fraiche dressing
Baked Potatoes w/ Shallot Corn Butter
Tangy Ranch Dressing
Kentucky Hot Browns
Parmesan Corn Muffins
Beef & Barley Stew
Cream of Tomato Soup w/ Rice
Cream of Vegetable Soup
Lemon Tuna Noodle Casserole
Country Bistro Dinner
Paprika Pot Roast
Apricot & Tarragon Pork Chops
Pork Chops w/ Roasted Apple & Onions

I am going… to spend the next few days scanning in ALL the VA documents and compose more letters to our congressman in hopes of clearing things up – yay, like that’s going to happen, but I have to follow procedure. For every step forward we seem to take 3 backwards!

I am wondering… just who to contact next regarding the VA mess.

I am reading…

Cook’s Illustrated The Science of Good Cooking
The 4 Hour Chef
1105 Yakima by Debbie Macomber

I am hoping… things turn around soon

I am looking forward to… getting rid of some physical books now that I have the new kindle.

I am learning… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

Around the house… baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I am pondering… to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A favorite quote for today…

We must not allow the clock and the calendar to blind us to the fact that each moment of life is a miracle and mystery.

~H.G. Wells

One of my favorite things… my morning coffee

A few plans for the rest of the week: Creating a few new recipes and getting into a new exercise routine to keep getting my energy back.

A peek into my day… laundry, research and blog catch up.

Favorite picture of the week…

SIMPLE WOMAN’S DAYBOOK

FOR TODAY

Outside my window… it’s drizzly and gray with an overtone of more gray.

I am thinking… it’s a good day to stay in and read.

I am thankful… for my health and the good news that there is not a genetic mutation.

In the kitchen… we have a few new recipes still brewing for the January’s menu. I’ll post them soon on my food blog ALWAYS EAT ON THE GOOD CHINA.

I am wearing… my daily uniform LOL – 515 Levi’s, cozy wool socks, black t-shirt and my favorite Alaska sweatshirt.

I am still creating… some Christmas gifts for next year – quit laughing, these things take time. I’m also creating some new recipes for:

Salad w/ Poppy Seed Tarragon Creme Fraiche dressing
Broccoli Salad w/ Buttermilk Dressing and Bacon
Baked Potatoes w/ Shallot Corn Butter
Tangy Ranch Dressing
Fruit and Nut Breakfast Ring
Kentucky Hot Browns
Parmesan Corn Muffins
Beef & Barley Stew
Celery Soup w/ Gorgonzola Cream
Cream of Tomato Soup w/ Rice
Cream of Vegetable Soup
Lemon Tuna Noodle Casserole
Country Bistro Dinner
Chicken Francoise
Paprika Pot Roast
Apricot & Tarragon Pork Chops
Pork Chops w/ Roasted Apple & Onions

I am going… to the coast this weekend with hubby to see our niece and a few other reasons.

I am wondering… why we call it “spring cleaning” – seems to me we need to clean out at least 4 times a year, so why isn’t it seasonal cleaning.

I am reading… Cook’s Illustrated The Science of Good Cooking and The 4 Hour Chef & 1105 Yakima by Debbie Macomber

I am hoping… to solve some paperwork issues this week – several letters to write and send certified regarding VA issues…

I am looking forward to… a few sunny days, but know they are a ways off

I am learning… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

Around the house… baseboards are getting painted and fine dusting is being done.

I am pondering… to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A favorite quote for today…

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!

Audrey Hepburn

One of my favorite things… hot chocolate with lots a mini marshmallows

A few plans for the rest of the week: sorting some MORE storage boxes and converting the things I’m saving to rubber totes, repacking the Christmas decorations into newer boxes and/or rubber totes to get them back into the attic that I didn’t get done last week, creating a few new recipes and getting into a new exercise routine.

A peek into my day… laundry, blog catch up, vacuuming & reading on my new kindle.

Favorite picture of the week… is a toss up between two

SIMPLE WOMAN’S DAYBOOK

FOR TODAY

Outside my window… to the west is gray and cloudy with the threat of rain… to the east is fluffy clouds, snow capped mountains, a hint of blue sky and the sun trying to peek through.

I am thinking… that there has to be silver lining somewhere under this black cloud called the VA!

I am thankful… for a blended family Christmas and everyone’s safe travels to and fro.

In the kitchen… we have a few new recipes brewing as I plan out January’s menu. I swear it’s genetic. I can’t follow a recipe without embellishing it. Blame it on my family and all their quirky eating habits. I have to add and eliminate ingredients to accommodate them, but in the end the results are still just as tasty. I’ll post them soon on my food blog ALWAYS EAT ON THE GOOD CHINA.

I am wearing… my daily uniform LOL – 515 Levi’s, cozy wool socks and my favorite brown LL Bean sweater.

I am creating… some Christmas gifts for next year – quit laughing, these things take time. I’m also creating some new recipes for:

Salad w/ Poppy Seed Tarragon Creme Fraiche dressing
Broccoli Salad w/ Buttermilk Dressing and Bacon
Baked Potatoes w/ Shallot Corn Butter
Tangy Ranch Dressing
Hot Crab Rangoon Dip
Fruit and Nut Breakfast Ring
Kentucky Hot Browns
Parmesan Corn Muffins
Beef & Barley Stew
Celery Soup w/ Gorgonzola Cream
Cream of Tomato Soup w/ Rice
Cream of Vegetable Soup
Lemon Tuna Noodle Casserole
Country Bistro Dinner
Chicken Francoise
Melted Cheese Burgers
Paprika Pot Roast
Apricot & Tarragon Pork Chops
Pork Chops w/ Roasted Apple & Onions
Apple Pie Cupcakes in a Jar

I am going… to JC Penneys, Michael’s, Costco and the grocery store.

I am wondering… about so many things that my head is swirling…

I am reading… Cook’s Illustrated The Science of Good Cooking and The 4 Hour Chef

I am hoping… to solve some paperwork issues this week – several letters to write and send certified regarding VA issues…

I am looking forward to… a weekend away with hubby soon…

I am learning… how to be patient, but also how to squeak the wheel for oil!

Around the house… the Christmas decorations are getting packed away and we’re getting back to daily life.

I am pondering… to live in the day and not worry about the future as much.

A favorite quote for today…

“The only way to have a friend is to be one.”

— Ralph Waldo Emerson

One of my favorite things… spring cleaning – you’re laughing again! Yes I love to clean and start fresh. I have a confession to make though – I also like Fall cleaning, winter cleaning and summer cleaning. I really am trying to pare down my life and live simpler.

A few plans for the rest of the week: sorting some storage boxes and converting the things I’m saving to rubber totes, repacking the Christmas decorations into newer boxes and/or rubber totes to get them back into the attic, creating a few new recipes and getting back into my exercise routine.

A peek into my day… cleaning out the pantry, laundry, blog catch up, a new recipe, Maple Pork Tenderloin & reading on my new kindle.

Favorite picture of the week… a freshly painted and clean room after the holidays.

Daybook

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Monday #3/2009, January 19th

Outside my Window… The clouds full of snow are still looming low and are much darker than normal. I think we’re still in for some more snow.

I am thinking… that the need to seriously concentrate on MY quality time with myself and accomplishing a specific goal each week as well as some of my UFOs (Unfinished Fabric Objects) to ease my sense of overwhelming worked well for the first week.

From the learning rooms…nothing this week.
I am thankful for…all the wonderful projects that hubby helped me accomplish this past week so that we can continue to move forward.
From the kitchen…For breakfast maple and brown sugar oatmeal with golden raisins and coffee for me, lunch will be out after bowling league and dinner will be Lemon Lime Pepper Chicken.
I am wearing…my favorite Levi’s and favorite purple henley T-shirt.
I am reading…The Potluck Catering Club by Linda Evans Shepherd and Eva Marie Everson
I am hoping…to finish painting the bathrooms this week
I am creating…a new mess while I continue sorting, reorganizing the quilting supplies trying to simplify the studio and donating as much as possible.
I am hearing…the last few percolations from the coffee pot YAY!! I need coffee!! As always!
Around the house… lots of projects that we’re finishing.

One of my favorite things…Is my quiet morning time with just my thoughts.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week… Projects, projects and more projects – all indoor!!
Here is the picture thought I am sharing with you…

This is the cutest little church in a nearby town with the population of 2. Church attendance well exceeds that number.

♥

Simple Woman’s Day Book

Monday #2/2009, January 12th

Outside my Window…The wind is blowing and the snow drifts are drifting under gray skies and a light snow.
I am thinking…that the coffee better be ready soon!
From the learning rooms…nothing this week.
I am thankful for…my wonderful loving hubby who is taking the time to help me finish so many of the indoor projects this past week as well as this one.
From the kitchen…we will have some blueberry banana crunch, apple rolls and some Texas Hash this week.
I am wearing…my favorite Levi’s and my Harley Davidson Kansas T-shirt
I am reading…The Quilter’s Kitchen by Jennifer Chiaverini & The Secret’s in the Sauce, The Potluck Catering Club by Linda Evans Shepherd and Eva Marie Everson
I am hoping…that we can finish this weeks projects efficiently and keep moving forward so that we can make an informed decision in the spring.
I am creating…a new quilt for the quilt hanger that goes up after the stairwell walls are done.
I am hearing…the sweet sound of nothing! I love the quiet moments of the morning that I can call my own before this place comes to life!
Around the house… With the cold front approaching I do not plan to leave this house at all this week and our plans are to finish texture coating the walls in Amber’s room and the stairwell and getting it all painted.

One of my favorite things…Crossing lots of things off my many to do lists.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week… and reworking a few more recipes – having the oven on helps heat the kitchen.
Here is the picture thought I am sharing with you…

I see these trees regularly, but they never look the same. depending on the sun, the wind, the snow… Do you ever really wonder how awe inspiring the beauty of this world is?

♥

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