Happy Homemaker Monday

(I work full time now, but I am still very much a homemaker.)

The Weather:::
It was 34 degrees this morning. What a change, but a nice one. It is beautiful this after noon, warmed up some. I have the windows open, fresh air.

Right now I am: 
I just got home from doing a few errands after working a few hours this morning. I am listening to the birds and enjoying some quiet.

Thinking:
I have deleted my facebook for now. I know that doesn't mean anything to others because I have done it a few times before but I am trying more now. I honestly go on my hubby's once in awhile but he has very few friends so I am on for a very short while. My next goal, that I am been convicted many times over from the Holy Spirit, is my TV watching. Their is so little good TV these days and my choices most the time are not good ones. You know it is bad when you son says, "Mom I counted 4 bad words, and this is regular TV." I then change it, but now always. Sad right? I am just being honest. I can't be a good role model to my kids if I want them to watch good stuff when I don't in return. Working on this and praying on it. 

On my reading pile:::
I haven't read in awhile since vacation but there are a few that I have been wanting to pick up and finish this time.

On my tv:::
Hopefully nothing today..wanting to be productive.

On the menu for this week:::
My hubby had been doing most the cooking because I work full time and he is home now because of his health. He is an amazing cook. We will probably start with taco soup for tonight, and go from there.  He doesn't write a menu but shoots from his hip, it is ALWAYS delicious, no matter what. I have learned a lot from him.

On my to do list:::
My son is at home sick today, so I wanted to do some little school work with him since he his feeling better. He already did his reading, so we are going to try to catch on some of his school work from Friday. My list is endless, but one thing at a time. 

What I am sewing, crocheting, knitting or creating:::
I have twin girls that I want to make "love'ies" for. They are due soon. I hurt my hand awhile back so I can't crochet as much now. 

Homemaking Tips:::
Taking time to love on your children more then you think you do, they will appreciate it. =)

Looking around the house:::
I have lots to do, but I am going to try and do some fun things with my kids as well.

From the camera:::

My son's game was on Thursday and my dad and step mom got to come for it. We had a good time!

On my prayer list:::
My husband's health, waiting his hematologist appt on Nov. 7 for help and more testing because of his blood disorder.
Finances, staying on budget.
Spending better quality time with my boys.

Bible verse, Devotional:::
“I, even I, am the LORD, and apart from me there is no savior. I have revealed and saved and proclaimed— I, and not some foreign god among you. You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “that I am God.” Isaiah 43:11-12 

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
I have been loving this weather!!! We finally have been getting some rain.. 4 inches this past Saturday. I could even read my book on the front porch this morning.

Things that make me happy:
Spending time with my family
Reminiscing about the past
Looking through old photographs
( Same here Sandra)

Book I'm reading:
The Help by Kathryn Stockett
I am still doing my quiet time through 1 John.

What's on my TV today:
I wanted to watch Flicka today, but haven't watched it yet. I have been getting the laundry somewhat accomplished.

On the menu for dinner:
My husband famous ( famous to us and some extended family members) turkey lasagna with butter nut squash as a layer and swiss cheese as one of the other cheeses. THE BEST! The best part is my husband is making it tonight, and I get a break.

On my To Do List:
Keep on with the Laundry!!! Finish my room!!! It has seen better days!

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
A few new slow cooker recipes.

In the craft basket:
Finishing my blanket for my goddaughter and for my sister in Germany's new baby coming next month. I just have to be in the mood to crochet. I haven't been lately.

Looking forward to this week:
STAYING PRODUCTIVE!


Tips and Tricks:
Eat more butternut squash.. healthy for you and yummy!

My favorite blog post this week:
I just love looking through new photographer blogs

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):
Worshiping at our awesome church!

My hubby making good use of the backyard for our sons.

Lesson learned the past few days:
That you need to unplug from the online world, from telephones and craziness and just spend some time with our family.
( I am learning to do more of this, that matters so much more!)

On my mind:
Potential job for my husband
Trying to make my house my haven

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
And this message which we have heard from Him and now are reporting to you. God is light, and there is no darkness in Him at all. 1 John 1:5

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
Still hot, but nice in the early mornings.

Things that make me happy:
Learning to stick up for myself, with not always many words, just words lead by God.

Book I'm reading:
I finally started Facing your Giants by Max Lucado. I just finished a murder mystery by Mary Jane Clark. I know that is quite a switch.

What's on my TV today:
I need to not be near the tv today, too much to do.

On the menu for dinner:
A Smith favorite, breakfast for supper. I have finally found a pancake recipe that i really like. I am still working on getting them to look more alike, but they still taste good.

On my To Do List:
Finishing getting the boys clothes ready for school
Meeting AJ's teacher today. (Even though he has known her for sometime now)=)
Finish up on a photo shoot I did - resizing.
Get ready for this crazy busy weekend.
Finish learning my song that I am signing this weekend. I almost have it down.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I haven't tried any in awhile. I need to get back in that habit. New things are always good.

In the craft basket:
I am making a small blanket for my niece's 8th birthday. She loves little blanket to cover her dolls/stuffed animals. She wanted green and blue.


Looking forward to this week:
School starting this week.
Getting back on a better schedule.
Getting ready to see family and celebrate my grandma's life.

Tips and Tricks:
Candid pics of your kids are even better sometimes then just posed/nice smile pictures. That capture the true personality. It cracks me up looking through them.


No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):


Lesson learned the past few days:
The devil has no power over me, My God is bigger!

On my mind:
Being a better cook again, and stop being lazy when it comes to meal planning and cooking.. just being honest.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Our God is greater, our God is stronger, God you are higher then any other!

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
Nice in the morning and of course HOT in the afternoon all the way till at least 9pm or so. Jealous? =)hehe


Things that make me happy:
Getting really good time with my boys today at the library.
I got 5 almost new board games at a garage sale this past weekend for only 6 dollars. Score!

Book I'm reading:
I am finishing up my book that I had put down and now picked back up, Choosing to SEE by Mary Beth Chapman. It has been so helpful and makes me even more grateful for my boys!

What's on my TV today:
I got a few episodes of Little House on the Prairie from a garage sale. I want to watch those with my boys.

On the menu for dinner:
Homemade pizza's on hoagie rolls made by my hubby with my boys help.

On my To Do List:
A million things.. but the most important thing today was spending some good one on one time with my boys.. that consisted of no tv and computer. We had fun, and their cup was full and no bad behavior. It makes a difference.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I did try the July 4th Flag cake. I was pretty proud of myself. I learned from my mistakes, but that was a big deal for me to do. I hadn't made a layered cake ever before. My family loved it!!!


In the craft basket:
I finished one of my blankets and finally sent it to my sisko (sister in Finnish) to Finland for her new baby girl. She was our foreign exchange student from Finland my senior year.


Looking forward to this week:
Spending my time with my kids and my husband more wisely, be more productive, getting to bed at a better time, and spending time with God the FIRST thing I do in the morning.
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33
Also starting to do some photo sessions again. I am feeling creative again, and sure love being in my element.

Tips and Tricks:
I used leftover turkey spaghetti sauce to go on our pizza bed along with some turkey pepperoni and cheese. Yum, the kids liked it!

My favorite blog post this week:
Not to brag, but I would have to say my latest one.
I am doing this new thing. I am writing/blogging a 1000 things that I am grateful for. It has helped me and put things into better perspective!

Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):
Don't have one this week.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):

My sweet goddaughter and her brothers.
(Picture borrowed from my best friend/their mom.)

Lesson learned the past few days:
Put God first daily and the rest will fail into place.
I have learned that the Smith family hasn't been going through challenges, as people might see it on the outside, I see it as learning experiences, and a new season that is before us.

On my mind:
The right job that God has for the Smith family.


Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
Galatians 2:20
Once again Sandra.. love this one!

Happy Homemaker Monday (Tuesday)

The weather in my neck of the woods:
Actually not that hot today.. the wind had a nice chill to it. We still need rain so badly, so many fires near us.
Let it rain, Let it Rain, open the floodgates of heaven, Let it Rain, Let it Rain.


Things that make me happy:
Homemade macaroni and cheese made by my husband.


Book I'm reading:
Made to Crave.. still

What's on my TV today:
I have been hooked on Army Wives. I have been watching the past few seasons on Netflicks these past few days since I have been sick in bed.

On the menu for dinner:
My hubbys homemade macaroni and cheese with some fruit and carrots. =) Okay I lied, just the macaroni and cheese for me. It was comforting for real.


On my To Do List:
Making some lunch and taking it over to a friend that needed it.


New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
My hubby started grilling our fish instead of me baking it and it was AMAZING!


In the craft basket:
Still working on my first 2 blankets that I started.

Looking forward to this week:
Being productive after being sick for the past 3 days.
Spending some more one on one time with my kids.
No government shutdown!

Tips and Tricks:
I got nothing today LOL



No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):

My oldest son (on the right) and his fav. neighbor Syrus. They look so much alike and even have the same middle name.

Lesson learned the past few days:
That time flies, life is too short to waste it. Enjoy every single moment you have with your kids especially, before you know it, you blink your eyes and they're grown.


On my mind:
One of my close friends lost her 18 yr old son today in a car accident. My heart aches for them. I felt the Lord playing a song in my heart this morning when thinking about it. " Safe in the arms of Jesus."

My brother and Sil, were robbed tonight while they were gone. It is so sad! Thankfully they were safe but my mother whom has passed, her jewelry was taken along with other precious things.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. – Proverbs 12:18 (NIV)
(Um, Sandra it seems lately that every verse that you have shared is what I needed to read.) Thanks!

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
So weird, hot then cold, then windy, then warm, then cold, then dusty. Texas weather has had quite the attitude lately!

Things that make me happy:
Keeping up with my dishes and finally seeing an end to the tunnel on my mountain of laundry.

Book I'm reading:
My bible -amplified.
Made to Crave by Lysa TerKeurst



What's on my TV today:
Dancing with the Stars

On the menu for dinner:
Made Grilled Chicken with Pesto Pasta for lunch so probably something lighter for dinner.


On my To Do List:
Keep Kitchen clean =)
Finish Mt. Laundry or attempt too.
Make Cookies for Boys
Seriously a Shower! =)

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
We love Pesto at this house, my sweet friend Steff introduced me too it and how to make it as well. I love using pesto from the jar, from Sams. My hubby decided to put a spoonful of it in our tomato soup on Sunday. Our tradition after church is grilled cheese and tomato soup lately. The little bit of pesto took it to a whole other level. Yummy!

In the craft basket:
I just finished this baby girl blanket for a friend in Colorado. I love the new yarn brand that I found. It is called I love this yarn. The main color is called sweet mocha ombre. It is so soft unlike red heart yarn. I used a pink for the border of another brand. I think it came out nice!


Looking forward to this week:
Knowing if my husband or I have a new job or not. It is in Gods hands and we have peace knowing it is in His hands.


Tips and Tricks:I have been riding my bike/stroller to take my boys to and from school everyday. It is such a great workout and I save gas big time.


Thankfully I live in a small town and the weather has cooperated for the most part.

My favorite blog post this week: don't have one =( Haven't read any lately.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):


My dad and his grandson, my son, Jared. They are buds!

We celebrated both our boys birthdays this past weekend.

Lesson learned the past few days:
God is in control and we are not. AKA My husband kinda totaled our only car, He is okay..thank goodness, and He was laid off from his job.

On my mind:
job situation and getting this house organized

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.
John 16:24e
I love this verse, Sandra. It was the one I needed to read.

Happy Homemaker "Tuesday"

The weather in my neck of the woods:
Nice in the morning, and hot in the afternoon.


Things that make me happy:
Cool weather especially when I have to walk every where since we are down a car. I have lost 10 lbs. so that is the good news.

Book I'm reading:
My amplified bible.


What's on my TV today:
Biggest loser

On the menu for dinner:
Hamburgers on the grill. I love when my hubby grills, he is so good at it.


On my To Do List:
So much, it isn't even funny to get ready for this weekend.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I tried a new very simple recipe that a good friend told me about.
I simply sauteed some chicken breast, cut up, in the pan. I used some garlic and some seasonings. While I did that I boiled some whole wheat pasta in some salty water. I added those two together with .. what for it.. pesto. I didn't even need to heat up the pesto, I just added it to the mix of chicken and noodles. To add something delish to it, I added some halved cherry tomatoes. I let those warm and simmer a little with the chicken. My hubby whom is a great cook called it, "restaurant style food." Rock on! It is now a favorite in my family. I used the pesto from Sams. I know how to make it homemade, I just didn't have any fresh basil on hand. I am wanting to grow some in my window seal this spring.
(I did take a picture of it, but my camera died, and that picture died with it.)


In the craft basket:
2 Blankets.



Looking forward to this week:
Spending extra time with my boys because of spring break, sleeping in a little, and getting ready for my walk to Amaeus this coming weekend.

Tips and Tricks:
Walk to the park, instead of driving.
My fav Blog post of the week.
http://ihavenotpassedthiswaybefore.blogspot.com/2011/03/whirlwind-tour.html

This is one of the ladies from my church. She is on a trip throughout Louisiana right now with her grand kids and daughter. I love her pictures!

Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):
http://hlministries.blogspot.com
I found this one from one that I visit often in the comment section. She is telling a love story right now that is just riveting and I can't wait for the conclusion. Their are some hard to read parts as well, because of some traumatic experiences.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):



A close up of the new pattern I learned from youtube. It is so easy, and I loving this purple.

Lesson learned the past few days:
When you have such little time with your spouse, make the most of it. I am so thankful for my hubby. Especially this past Sunday, I got this nasty stomach bug out of the blue and I was able to sleep most of the day, and he took care of the kids and the house. I was so thankful, it was the sleep that killed it I believe.

On my mind:
My hubby's job and his health.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. 2 Peter 1:4

Happy Homemaker Monday

From: Diary of a Stay at Home Mom

The weather in my neck of the woods:

Low of 51 today.. and a high of 84

Things that make me happy:
Finding the right colors for the new blanket I am making for my goddaughter and one for one of my best friends daughter.


Getting to go camping for the first time with my immediate family this weekend. I went a million times growing up but this was our first as a family. We had fun!


Book(s) I'm reading:
Reading from my new amplified bible.

What I'm enjoying on TV:
Nothing today... I hope to not watch any of the bachelor stuff tonight.. but I might..

On the menu for dinner:
Leftovers from all the camping meals I made for this past weekend.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I made a new recipe. It was a cheese, rice, broccoli, and chicken casserole. The family liked it. I even used jasmine rice. I will make it again for sure.

On my To Do List:
Get the jeep looked at and also a oil change.
Clean, Clean, Clean.
Trip to post office

In the Craft Basket:
Started my 2 tinkerbell crocheted blankets. Love these colors!

Looking forward to this week:
Getting stuff done on my to do list. Cooking more and less computer time.

My favorite blog post this week (Mine or other):
Don't have one

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):

This is the house that I grew up in San Angelo,Tx. We went camping this past weekend and we went by and saw it. It looked so different with color. I barely recognized it. We had such great memories there!

This was the backyard of the same house that I grew up in. Fun Times!

Lesson learned the past few days:
Let Go and Let God!

On My Prayer List:

My hubby's job situation. Our car situation. Being obedient to where God wants us.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:

Search me, God, and know my heart;
test me and know my anxious thoughts.
See if there is any offensive way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting.
Psalm 139:23-24

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
Chilly this morning.. but so beautiful this early afternoon.

Things that make me happy:
Getting to spend quality time with my lifelong friends and my MIL this past weekend.

Book I'm reading:
I was given my first Amplified Bible this past weekend. I even found a beautiful bible book cover to go along with it.


What's on my TV today:
Hopefully nothing.. too much to do.

On the menu for dinner:
not sure yet.. want to make Sandra's turkey sliders.. I have almost everything to make them.

On my To Do List:
Relax!! We had a long last few days full of lots of emotion and I just need to have a down day. I might get a few chores down, I might not. I am just being honest!

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
Turkey Sliders

In the craft basket:
I didn't make these but I just recently found out that my sweet MIL crochets as well.
Her pull is so nice, and we loved the gifts she made for us and gave them to us this past weekend. I love that we have this in common.



This last one is a shawl she made for me.

Looking forward to this week:
Getting things done and finishing my CEU's.

Tips and Tricks:
I finally found a product that works for my son and my hair. We both have curly hair, and his curls are even tighter then mine. This doesn't dry out our hair like mouse or gel does. It is a little costly but so worth it. My hair feels so much better, less frizzy, and moisturized. It is called Kinky Curly Custard. One of my friends told me about it.


My favorite blog post this week:
We were gone most of this past week, so I don't have one.


Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):

http://www.cutegirlshairstyles.com/
It isn't new to me, but I just love it. I don't have a little girls hair to do on a daily basis, but I have used a few for my own hair. I have also done a few on my goddaughter.


No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):
My son had major dental surgery last week. He did well, and the pain is now under control. We are also thankful that his sensory delays have gotten better, because it is now, not a fight to brush them with his help.


Lesson learned the past few days:
Don't take life for granted.. I can't say it enough. Vacation is so needed for families. Even if they are just a few days, just getting away is so nice. It doesn't have to be anything special, just time together. My husband and I had the best time just talking while we were driving and the boys were either asleep or busy doing their own thing. We reconnected again.

On my mind:
My best friend, Alexis and her family. Praying for her daily over the loss of their sweet momma, 52. It has been over a week now. I understand the pain all too well. It is has been over a 1 1/2 since my mom went to heaven. We are thankful for no more pain from the disease, but it still sucks not having them here. I am thankful that I will see them both again one day because I know Jesus as well. I am nothing without Him.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you.. Let not your heart be troubled. John 14;27

I am linked up over at http://familycorner.blogspot.com/

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
It has just been beautiful. My hubby and kids even planted some flowers today.




Things that make me happy:
Knowing my Jesus is in control of my life.

Book I'm reading:
My bible. I have a few others I want to pick back up again, but haven't yet.

What's on my TV today:
I actually watched Charlie St. Cloud for the first time. It was really good.

On the menu for dinner:
I made a big dinner last night of Turkey Enchilada Casserole and salad so we had leftovers tonight.

On my To Do List:
A million things. We are leaving for a trip this week for a funeral and a wedding. Not the usual combo. My son is also having dental surgery on Tuesday so I am getting ready to drive to another town for that.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I tried ground turkey browned with red onion, garlic, red and green bell peppers in my enchilada casserole instead of hamburger meat. It was yummy!

In the craft basket:
I finished another baby girl blanket. It is for my friend of 15 yrs, for her 3rd baby.

Looking forward to this week:
Spending some needed family time by getting away, even though the schedule is busy, we are going to make sure we focus on being together as well.


Tips and Tricks:
We have put up most of my sons toys in storage because they only play with just a certain few all the time. It sure has helped keep their room cleaner and more room to play. If they want the others out then I just pull out a few, not all of them.

My favorite blog post this week:
http://hollingsworthblog.blogspot.com/
These are friends that I met when going to a bible club on Thursdays when my little one was not in school yet. Well they now live in Honduras for the time being to travel abroad, they have a love for Spanish speaking people, and experience other cultures. A quote from the husband, Taylor, "We enjoy seeing the Christian church function in different cultures and yet, at the same time, in harmony with God's written word in the Bible."


Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):
http://hollingsworthblog.blogspot.com/ The one that I am talking about above.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):

One of my moms handwritten recipes. I love to make this.

Lesson learned the past few days:
Again, live life to the fullest! My best friend of 15 yrs lost her mom to cancer coming back for the 3rd time this past week. She was an amazing lady and lived life to the fullest for sure! I learned a lot from her. She also gave God the glory everyday. She is now healed and dancing with Jesus along side my mom.

If you are even struggling with a grudge against anyone, give it to God! Instead of talking about that person, venting, or whatever you are doing, stop and start praying for that person. I have learned that big time today. The later works so much better!

On my mind:
Life and family.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
1 Thess. 5:15-18
15 Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.

16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods:
The cold is coming in! Expecting snow tonight. We sure did enjoy a beautiful 70 degree weekend. Yes, this is Texas.. give it 5 minutes it will change.


Things that make me happy:
Turning 31 tomorrow and my hubby gets to be here for it and not out of town on work. Wahoo!

Book I'm reading:
Well I am trying to start the ones from last week.. just being honest.
Reading my bible for sure!

What's on my TV today:
Scooby Doo

On the menu for dinner:
Leftover stir fry from last night.

On my To Do List:
Well since my little one has been attacked by his asthma, we have been doing breathing treatments, meds and 3 hr round trip to the doctor. The cons of living in a small town. It was so worth it, I love his pediatrician and her nurse!
As tired as I am from being on mommy nurse duty all night, I am still with it and got a few chores down.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
A new lasagna recipe I saw on Food Network this past weekend. Fresh basil, sauteed zucchinni, mushrooms and Italian sausage, etc. Yummy!!

In the craft basket:
Finished the little girl blanket and now almost half way done with my all white blanket with pink trim with the same pattern.


Looking forward to this week:
My birthday.. well maybe. Getting AJ well!


Tips and Tricks:
I have found that with really thick and curly hair if I just blow it out every 3 days I will have pretty tamed hair, not my "crazy afro needs some help hair".

My favorite blog post this week:
http://www.goodmorninggirls.org/2011/01/james-112-18-temptations-desires-and-sin/


Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):
Can't pick one at this time.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):
My son worshiping the Lord at Church with one of the flags.


Lesson learned the past few days:
Sleep when you can, some lame movie or episode of whatever tv show you are watching isn't worth the lack of sleep.

On my mind:
My sons health
My older sons behavior.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
For it is God who works in you and to act according to his good purpose. Phil 2:13

Happy Homemaker Monday

From http://familycorner.blogspot.com/
The weather in my neck of the woods:
Chilly this morning but will be nice this afternoon.

Things that make me happy:
So thankful to get an appointment for my boys to see the dentist. (And it isn't 2 or 3 months from now.)

Book I'm reading:
The Heartache No One Sees
The Biggest Loser -6 weeks to a Healthier You

What's on my TV today:
Nothing, got to much to do.

On the menu for dinner:
Sausage and vegetables.

On my To Do List:
Clean Kitchen
Take boys to Abilene for a dentist appt.

New Recipe I tried or want to try soon:
I want to try spaghetti squash instead of the regular pasta.

In the craft basket:
Almost finished with the little baby girl blanket. I have been crocheting a lot these days. I just found out one of my family members is pregnant so I will start thinking about what I will make them as well. So many babies being born around the same time.


Looking forward to this week:
My husband and I will celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary on Thursday.


Tips and Tricks:
Procrastination, I don't recommend it, it gets you no where.

My favorite blog post this week:
http://keriannebrown.com/blog/?p=1982
Her babies eyes are just mesmerizing, and I just love looking at her photography.

Blog Hopping (a new discovered blog you would like to share with the readers):
http://keriannebrown.com/blog/
I found a new photography site/blog that I just fell in love with. She is doing a photo-a-day project of her little one and that inspired me to do the same. I am taking pictures of different stuff including my sons as well. It makes me use my camera more and be creative. I am on day 5 now.

No words needed (favorite photo or picture, yours or others you want to share):


A few words. ( this is my youngest trying to race his older brothers remote control car while his older brother controls it) They had a ball, loved hearing the laughter.

Lesson learned the past few days:
Making play dough from scratch is fun after all. =)

On my mind:
My hubbies telephone interview this week. If is is Gods will, and we are claiming it to be.

Devotionals, Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.
Gal. 6:1