Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Xavier has been begging to make pancakes. Not just any pancakes though, he wanted chocolate chip pancakes. This morning he decided to hit the kitchen and make breakfast for us. They were awesome!
Play-Doh Fun
Isaac had a blast playing Play-Doh last weekend. We bought it for him a few weeks ago, but never got around to pulling it out and actually letting him play. Now it is one of his favorite things to do.
Only 7 More Weeks
to go.. and hopefully it will be less. I love being pregnant but I hate some of the things that come with it. The sleepless nights, backaches, and currently the exhaustion. I also am not to thrilled with the fact that my midwife informed me I was "old". Therefore not matter how hard I tried I had to take the glucose test again. Of course it came back BAD. So I got to spend Friday morning taking the "3 hour" test (which actually takes 4 hours). Plus having my blood rechecked again (we spent Wed. morning in the lab also) because my platelets are low. Good grief!! I am still waiting for results but am praying everything is normal and it was just a fluke. Tuesday I get to go back to the doctor to see an acupuncturist. The hope is that an acupuncturist will help get "baby girl" to turn her little behind around and get her head out of my ribcage. One can pray!
Though Troubles Assail Us
Though Troubles Assail Us by John Newton
Though troubles assail us and dangers affright,
Though friends should all fail us and foes all unite,
Yet, one thing secures us, whatever betide,
The promise assures us, "The Lord will provide."
The birds without garner or storehouse, are fed;
From them let us learn to trust God for our bread.
His saints what is fitting shall ne'er be denied.
So long as 'tis written, "The Lord will provide."
When Satan assails us to stop up our path,
And courage all fails us, we triumph by faith.
He cannot take from us, though oft he has tried,
This heart cheering promise, "The Lord will provide."
No strength of our own an no goodness we claim;
Yet, since we have known of the Savior's great name,
In this our strong tower for safety we hide:
The Lord is our power, "The Lord will provide."
Though troubles assail us and dangers affright,
Though friends should all fail us and foes all unite,
Yet, one thing secures us, whatever betide,
The promise assures us, "The Lord will provide."
The birds without garner or storehouse, are fed;
From them let us learn to trust God for our bread.
His saints what is fitting shall ne'er be denied.
So long as 'tis written, "The Lord will provide."
When Satan assails us to stop up our path,
And courage all fails us, we triumph by faith.
He cannot take from us, though oft he has tried,
This heart cheering promise, "The Lord will provide."
No strength of our own an no goodness we claim;
Yet, since we have known of the Savior's great name,
In this our strong tower for safety we hide:
The Lord is our power, "The Lord will provide."
Shooting Hoops
Thanks to a family who is moving we inherited their old basketball hoop this past weekend. This was truly a blessing, for we have wanted one for the boys. Isaac had a blast refilling it with water and arguing with his brother about it being "his ball". However, Xavier managed to shoot a few hoops while Isaac rode his bike.
Simple Woman's Daybook
For Today...
Outside my window...
the sun is shining (it is going to be another hot one) and a crow is meandering its way across the lawn
I am thinking...
about what to cook for dinner
From the learning rooms...
Xavier is continuing his math, science and history studies
some painting and art is on the menu for today
I am thankful for...
my family
for the Lord hitting me upside the head at times
From the kitchen...
dirty dishes call my name
I am wearing...
pajamas still
I am reading...
not much at the moment.
I am hoping...
I can catch some flies today (to feed my son's geckos)
I am creating...
a few dresses for the baby.
I am praying...
for my children & hubby (of course)
for personal things
Around the house...
a cleaning is in store
One of my favorite things...
listening to my children laugh
A few plans for the rest of the week...
guitar lessons, start working on the baby's room, grocery shopping at the end of the week.
Here is a picture thought I am sharing with you...
What is the fascination...
with sticking stuff up one's nose?
Eight years after our last emergency room visit with a child because he stuck a bead (twice) and a rock in his nose (yes that is 3 er visits) Joel had to take our youngest to the er for the same reason. Only this time it was a bright blue BB from a pellet gun (not sure where he found the BB, but obviously he thought it belonged in his left nostril, lol). Although we tried to get him to blow it out before heading up to the local hospital, the trip took place. Luckily, he never had to be seen by the doctor, because he thought it was quite fun to sit in the waiting room and try to blow boogers into his daddy's hand.
Unfortunately, when asked "do we stick things in our nose?" hoping he had learned his lesson. His answer was "yes". Oh Lord, I do pray that we do not have more object in nose er visits from our son (or daughter to be).
Eight years after our last emergency room visit with a child because he stuck a bead (twice) and a rock in his nose (yes that is 3 er visits) Joel had to take our youngest to the er for the same reason. Only this time it was a bright blue BB from a pellet gun (not sure where he found the BB, but obviously he thought it belonged in his left nostril, lol). Although we tried to get him to blow it out before heading up to the local hospital, the trip took place. Luckily, he never had to be seen by the doctor, because he thought it was quite fun to sit in the waiting room and try to blow boogers into his daddy's hand.
Unfortunately, when asked "do we stick things in our nose?" hoping he had learned his lesson. His answer was "yes". Oh Lord, I do pray that we do not have more object in nose er visits from our son (or daughter to be).
Our New School Room
We rearranged furniture and fixed up the school room area. I have a few more things to do: hang posters and the alphabet line. I also want to set up a workbox station for Isaac for the upcoming year. We have decided to start a preschool/tot school program with him. It is not anything fancy... coloring, cutting, drawing lines and play. I want to utilize the workboxes though so he has things he can do each day while I am working with the older boys.
Here are a couple of pictures of our school area.
Here are a couple of pictures of our school area.
Tuesday's Catch Up
This past week has been a busy one. Monday I went to my OB appointment. Everything looks good except little girl has not turned around yet. Theoretically she still has time, but I know it is getting cramped in there and all my other babies were head down by this time.
Wednesday was the FRG meeting. Joel ended up going to that because I needed to run a few errands. One being ordering a new part for our car. The cam shaft sensor was shot so everytime we drove anywhere in the heat the car would stall if we idled or not start if we turn it back on. The solution was pouring water over the cam shaft sensor. Praise God the part came in Friday morning. So Joel was able to fix it this weekend.
We had a wonderful visit with my parents this weekend. It was neat having them here. We checked out the Cav Museum and took them out to the hangar. Sunday they went to the Alamo and Xavier went with them. While Joel and I stayed home with Micah & Isaac washing clothes and packing Micah's stuff. Micah decided he was going on vacation this summer and Monday when my parents left to head back to Florida - Micah went with them.
Oh - Duchess (our great dane) has found a new home. She was beginning to be way to much for us to handle. She was great with Joel when he took her to work, but was a major problem at home. Gordo is now a little lost and needs lots of attention. But that is normal considering his playmate is now gone.
Wednesday was the FRG meeting. Joel ended up going to that because I needed to run a few errands. One being ordering a new part for our car. The cam shaft sensor was shot so everytime we drove anywhere in the heat the car would stall if we idled or not start if we turn it back on. The solution was pouring water over the cam shaft sensor. Praise God the part came in Friday morning. So Joel was able to fix it this weekend.
We had a wonderful visit with my parents this weekend. It was neat having them here. We checked out the Cav Museum and took them out to the hangar. Sunday they went to the Alamo and Xavier went with them. While Joel and I stayed home with Micah & Isaac washing clothes and packing Micah's stuff. Micah decided he was going on vacation this summer and Monday when my parents left to head back to Florida - Micah went with them.
Oh - Duchess (our great dane) has found a new home. She was beginning to be way to much for us to handle. She was great with Joel when he took her to work, but was a major problem at home. Gordo is now a little lost and needs lots of attention. But that is normal considering his playmate is now gone.
Baking Bread
I love the smell of bread baking. Today I pulled out the bread machine and made a loaf of french bread to go with tonight's dinner. Actually I am making an appetizer with the bread using cheese, butter and green onions. It is so yummy and it will go nicely with hot wings and cocktail sausages. Now to figure out what else we will be having for dinner...
** As you can see I don't exactly follow the menu but it is mainly just me switching days around.
** As you can see I don't exactly follow the menu but it is mainly just me switching days around.
Monthly Menu Planning
I have started shopping once a month for groceries, except for the perishables and things which require re-stocking (milk, bread, etc.). Doing this has cut our grocery bill in half, because I spend less money on junk and actually have enough food in the fridge/pantry for every night of the week. We still have been eating out more than we should especially since we trying to save money for another vehicle. So I thought I would share my menu for the month. Micah and Xavier cook on Monday nights so I even get 1 night off a week. That doesn't include the nights that Joel wants to cook out or make something new which is a couple of times a month. I am truly blessed!
1 - Stuffed Peppers
2 - Chef Salad
3 - Wings/Appetizer Night
4 - *4th July Cook Out
5 - Pork Chops
6 - M: Beef Stroganoff
7 - Shake/Bake Chicken
8 - Tacos
9 - French Dip Sandwiches
10 - BBQ Chicken
11 - Meatloaf
12 - Pork roast
13 - X: Beef Tips and Gravy
14 - Chicken Alfredo
15 - Subs
16 - Spaghetti
17 - Breakfast Burrito's
18 - Roast (beef)
19 - Stir Fry
20 - M: Sausage Pasta and Veggie Skillet
21 - BBQ Sandwiches
22 - Swedish Meatballs
23 - Kabasa
24 - Rotisserie Chicken
25 - Pork Chops
26 - Bacon Burgers
27 - X: still undecided
28 - Breakfast
29 - Pizza
30 - Chicken Salad
31 - Stuffed Shells
Now I need to figure out a breakfast menu in time to go grocery shopping this afternoon.
1 - Stuffed Peppers
2 - Chef Salad
3 - Wings/Appetizer Night
4 - *4th July Cook Out
5 - Pork Chops
6 - M: Beef Stroganoff
7 - Shake/Bake Chicken
8 - Tacos
9 - French Dip Sandwiches
10 - BBQ Chicken
11 - Meatloaf
12 - Pork roast
13 - X: Beef Tips and Gravy
14 - Chicken Alfredo
15 - Subs
16 - Spaghetti
17 - Breakfast Burrito's
18 - Roast (beef)
19 - Stir Fry
20 - M: Sausage Pasta and Veggie Skillet
21 - BBQ Sandwiches
22 - Swedish Meatballs
23 - Kabasa
24 - Rotisserie Chicken
25 - Pork Chops
26 - Bacon Burgers
27 - X: still undecided
28 - Breakfast
29 - Pizza
30 - Chicken Salad
31 - Stuffed Shells
Now I need to figure out a breakfast menu in time to go grocery shopping this afternoon.
The Simple Woman's Daybook
FOR TODAY June 29, 2009...
Outside my window...
the sun is shining, the birds are singing and unfortunately the flies are already buzzing around.
I am thinking...
of what I hope to accomplish today.
I am thankful for...
my family.
From the learning rooms...
math and science are on the agenda, along with some reading.
From the kitchen...
cupboards to go through and menu's to plan.
I am wearing...
pajamas (my normal outfit for the morning).
I am creating...
nothing at the moment, but have some plans running through my head.
I am reading...
Anne Frank (with the boys), Latin Road to English Grammar, Created To Be His Helpmeet, and my Bible
I am praying...
for family, friends and a new car.
I am hearing...
Xavier in the kitchen, Isaac watching cars and the hum of the AC.
Around the house...
we need to do some cleaning, and a load of laundry calls my name.
One of my favorite things...
seeing a child's smiling face when you first open your eyes.
A few plans for the rest of the week:
A visit to the library, grocery shopping, and buying a new desktop (hopefullly).
Here is picture thought I am sharing...
It is amazing how much children gro and change in a year!!
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