The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#201~ 1/21/14

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . snow and wind, the light of day is fading and turning the snow to blue. Lovely.

I am thankful . . . for a warm, cozy home and a family who loves me.

I am thinking . . . of how blessed I am to have a godly husband who shoulders so many burdens for us.

From the kitchen . . . ground chuck with yellow rice and mixed veggies.

I am wearing . . . jeans, gray shirt, gray heathered sweater, warm socks, moccasin slippers.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, CHRIST-centered home.

I am going . . . to stay home this cold, cold night.

I am wondering . . . if I should try to become a certified herbalist.

I am hoping . . . for connections.

I am looking forward to . . . what this year will bring.

I am learning . . . that learning never ends.

About the house . . . quiet ~ just DD#2, Maggie the dog and I at home right now.

I am pondering . . . options.

I am reading . . . "Agenda 21" by Glenn Beck

One of my favorite things . . . candle light.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, praise practice, errands, research for projects and blogs posts, worship with the saints.

A favorite quote of the day . . . "There is a difference between having a relationship with "church" and a relationship with Jesus." ~from Sunday's sermon.

Scripture thought . . . "But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace to me was not without effect." ~I Cor. 15:10

A Picture thought for you . . . 

 A relative had an old family photo colorized. That handsome 16 year old young man on the right is my Daddy <3 span=""> 

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#200~ 9/3/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . dark, clear, starry, starry night; the coolness of fall is creeping in. I love it.

I am thankful . . . for being able to take just a little bit of the financial burden off of THE Man's shoulders while he is laid off. I'm also thankful for a great interview he had last week.

I am thinking . . . about an answer I'm hoping to get in the next few days. :-)

From the kitchen . . . meat loaf and noodles.

I am wearing . . . gray sweat pants and a heather-gold hoodie.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, CHRIST-centered home.

I am going . . . to go to bed soon ~ I'm beat.

I am wondering . . . how the Lord will answer our prayers.

I am hoping . . . that we will be thrilled with the answer.

I am looking forward to . . . getting started.

I am learning . . . that the Lord moves the hearts of man.

About the house . . . drain unplugged, sink and dishwasher are usable again. Yippee!

I am pondering . . . when to change ~ full-time ~ to a local church; the one we go to now ~ and love ~ is 45 minutes away. We need to find one closer to home.

I am reading . . . "Sacred Marriage" by Gary Thomas for women's Bible study starting this week.

One of my favorite things . . . days like yesterday. For Labor Day, we and several dear brothers and sisters in the Lord met at some friends' farm and had a truly wonderful day . . . sweet fellowship, carry-in food, gorgeous weather, horseshoes, beanbag toss, Apples-to-Apples game, s'mores around the fire, great conversation and lots of laughs. Yep . . . great day.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, Bible study, anticipating answered prayer.

A favorite quote for the day . . . The 1st chapter of Nehemiah end with his saying, "I was cupbearer to the king." (Neh. 1:11[b]) I am as much "a cupbearer" as he was; I am not important to the world's leaders . . . BUT . . . I am important to God. I am His servant set in place to serve and lead those within my sphere of influence, to Him. (Notes from Sunday's sermon)

Scripture thought . . . "O Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant . . . " ~Neh. 1:11(a)

A picture thought for you . . . 

 I adore English/Irish/Scottish cottages ~ 

needless-to-say that when I saw this sweet tea cup and saucer

that I fell in love.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#199~ 8/19/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . dark sky, full moon. I'm writing that at night instead of morning, today.

I am thankful . . . to be able to bring in a paycheck, since THE Man was laid off 2 weeks ago.

I am thinking . . . that I hope one of his interviews turns into a fantastic job . . . SOON.

From the kitchen . . . roast beef sandwiches.

I am wearing . . . jammies ~ getting ready to bed; early to work in the morning.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to talk to someone very important later this week . . .

I am wondering . . . at the outcome . . .

I am hoping . . . that it turns out really well :-)

I am looking forward to . . .  when the ball starts rolling.

I am learning . . . that God embraces the desire of my heart just as much as I do.

About the house . . . clogged kitchen drain. Not fun.

I am pondering . . . timing.

I am reading . . . Acts

One of my favorite things . . . reunions with old friends. My friend from high school, Shelly, was "back home" from Texas this past week. We got to see each other for a few short hours while she was here. What a blessing.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, doing a few more homeschool assessments, interview, worship . . .

A favorite thought for the day . . . "When God puts someone in my path and there's an opportunity to share the Gospel with them, don't worry ~He's in control ~ He's already spent years working everything out so that we could come together for this very moment. He has personally arranged the opportunity." ~from Sunday's sermon.

Scripture thought . . . "When I came to you, brothers, I did not come with eloquence or superior wisdom as I proclaimed to you  the testimony about God. For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit's power, so the your faith might not rest on men's wisdom, but on God's power." ~1 Cor. 2:1-5 ~~Whenever I do a workshop or am asked to speak before a group, I always open my presentation with this Scripture.

A picture thought for you . . . 

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#198~ 7/22/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . dark and cool; heavy rains all day, bringing in a cool front. I usually write my Daybook in the morning before I go to work, but today was a crazy day ~ from the beginning ~ so I'm writing it before I go to bed.

I am thankful . . . for the rain.

I am thinking . . . that I am happy for the Brits and their new prince, who was born today to Prince William and Dutchess Kate.

From the kitchen . . . stir-fried garden fresh zucchini, long grain and wild rice w/sun-dried tomatoes, my version of fried chicken: boneless/skinless chicken breasts fried in olive oil w/Spike seasoning and my favorite herb mix sprinkled on both sides. YUM.

I am wearing . . . jean skirt, bittersweet top, black drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to talk to someone very important on Wednesday!

I am wondering . . . how the Lord will bless the out-come.

I am hoping . . . for answered prayer.

I am looking forward to . . . getting it done.

I am learning . . . that ONLY GOD can do this.

About the house . . . supper dishes washed, doing a little blogging, answering e-mails, checking Facebook, reading a little news before bedtime.

I am pondering . . . daydreams.

I am reading . . . some favorite news sites.

One of my favorite things . . . when an old favorite song that I haven't heard for years pops up on the radio; happened at work today and took me back to a wonderful time.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, an important appointment, doing several homeschool assessments, writing an article, blogging, Sunday worship.

A favorite thought for the day . . . remembering what God has done for me in the past assures me of what He will do for me in the future. ~Me :-)

Scripture thought . . . "You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you.'" ~2 Chronicles 20:17 [emphasis mine]

A picture thought for you . . . 

 Congratulations to William and Kate and all of Britain, 

on the birth of your new prince. May he ever draw

closer to the Lord Jesus Christ and lead his 

country for the glory of God.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#197~ 7/8/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . rain clouds moving in . . . again. The forecast is rain all week.

I am thankful . . . for a church that is not afraid to preach the truth.

I am thinking . . . out sweet daughters.

From the kitchen . . . granola bar for breakfast.

I am wearing . . . black jeans, heathered brown shirt, black drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to make people healthy & beautiful at the health food market. :-)

I am wondering . . . what's the hold-up?!

I am hoping . . . that the Lord causes all the pieces to come together, SOON.

I am looking forward to . . . doors that open.

I am learning . . . to hang on.

About the house . . . general pick-up; wondering about the timing of the next project.

I am pondering . . . connections.

I am reading . . . Ezekiel.

One of my favorite things . . . gathering with old friends. It's great to just pick up where we left off.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, plans, blogging, polishing off an article . . .

A favorite thought for the day . . . "Our own pride OR humility will dictate our view of others." ~From Sunday's sermon.

A Scripture thought . . . "And they sang a new song: 'You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because You were slain, and with Your blood You purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people and nation." ~Rev. 5:9 [emphasis mine] ~~There will be NO RACISM in heaven!!

A picture thought for you . . . 

 My daughters & I. lol

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#196~ 7/1/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . gray & cloudy from the rain that went through & from the rain that is still to come. Just saw two robins hopping around on the other side of my window, looking for their breakfast of worms.

I am thankful . . . that I don't eat worms.

I am thinking . . . about how I am going to fit in all that I have to do, today, around my work schedule.

From the kitchen . . . last night's fresh loaf of bread. With my schedule, I have bake it whenever I can.

I am wearing . . . jeans, black Healthy Alternative t-shirt, black drapey. It's always so cool inside the store, the drapies are just enough.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home. Always.

I am going . . . to work the day-shift, today. Making people healthy & beautiful :-)

I am wondering . . . when I will be able to do that for myself?

I am hoping . . . it's soon.

I am looking forward to . . . family time, tonight.

I am learning . . . that connections are very important.

About the house . . . general pick-up from the weekend.

I am pondering . . . that, with God, more are with me than against me.

I am reading . . . II Kings 6

One of my favorite things . . . comments from my dear readers! :-)

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, planning & preparing, July 4th celebrations at 2 different picnics, Sunday worship.

A favorite thought for the day . . ."Christians are a CLOSE community, but not meant to be a CLOSED community." ~from Sunday's sermon.

Scripture thought . . ."After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the Word of God boldly." ~Acts 4:31

A picture thought for you . . . 

 God bless America!

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#195~ 6/24/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . Sunshine trying to stay out as the clouds move in; the temps will get into the high 80's with high humidity, today.

I am thinking . . . of what a great day we had, yesterday.

I am thankful . . . for the Dr's who are performing surgery, at this very minute, on a sweet 20yr old friend of ours. Thank You, Lord, for the skill & wisdom you have given them. Guide their hands & hearts & make all things turn our well for Your glory. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

From the kitchen . . . working day-shift today so it's almond butter & grape jelly on homemade bread.

I am wearing . . . jean skirt, olive top, black drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to work a long day, today, making people healthy & beautiful.

I am wondering . . . at God's timing.

I am hoping . . . for some answers, this week.

I am looking forward to . . . getting started.

I am learning . . . to not pull my hair out. ;-)

About the house . . . nothing today.

I am pondering . . . some research.

I am reading . . . Romans.

One of my favorite things . . . a great classic movie.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, research, worship practice . . .

A favorite thought for the day . . . "How can what I love to do bring glory to God?"

A Scripture thought . . . "But if I say, 'I will not mention Him or speak any more in His name,' His word is in my heart like a fire., a fire shut up in my bones. I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot." ~Jeremiah 20:9 ~~When God has laid it upon your heart to preach His word or share something He has done, you CANNOT keep it in!


A picture thought for you . . . 

 Ron DiCianni's newest painting ~ Before I Formed You in the Womb

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#194~ 6/17/14

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . gorgeous, lovely, sun-shiney day! Pleasant temperature, light breeze, just a nip of humidity ~ like being at our friends' cottage on Lake Erie.

I am thinking . . . that I wish I didn't have to work on this gorgeous day; my weedy little yard garden is calling me.

I am thankful . . . for my godly, loving husband, THE Man, who is such a godly, loving daddy. And that I had a precious, loving Daddy. Had a great Father's Day, yesterday.

From the kitchen . . . a loaf of my flax bread is about to come out of the oven. The house smells yummy.

I am wearing . . . jean skirt, olive top, brown drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to work a different schedule today.

I am wondering . . . when everything will fall into place for my plans & project.

I am hoping . . . it's SOOOOOON!

I am looking forward to . . . getting started.

I am learning . . . different options.

About the house . . . general pick-up, laundry.

I am pondering . . . dreams of my plans coming true.

I am reading . . . all sorts of websites for my project.

One of my favorite things . . . what great "friends" my daughters are. It's truly a blessing to see.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, planning and seeking, writing project . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . ."Sin is a joy-buster." ~From Sunday's sermon.

Scripture thought . . . "Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil." ~1 Thessalonians 5:21

A picture thought for you  . . . 

 These are the photos our girls put up on their respective Facebooks 

for THE Man for Father's Day.

Love AND lots of humor.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#193~ 6/10/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . rain & gray skies.

I am thinking . . . about all I have to do this week.

I am thankful . . . for my awesome DD#2 who stood up for herself against a workplace bully & a manager & owner who wouldn't do anything about it ~ again ~ & she gave her 2-weeks notice. Prayers for a new job appreciated.

From the kitchen . . . almond butter & grape jelly on homemade bread.

I am wearing . . . dark olive capris, dark olive tank top, black drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to work a different shift today.

I am wondering . . . when a prayer will be answered & a dream come true.

I am hoping . . . it's SOON.

I am looking forward to . . . getting started on the dream.

I am learning . . . to lead in a different way.

About the house . . . general pick-up, schedule change.

I am pondering . . . plans.

I am reading . . . Country Sampler magazine's new issue.

One of my favorite things . . . helping people learn that they CAN take care of themselves & their families w/home remedies, homemade home care products, homemade skin care products, etc.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, doing some homeschool assessments for local homeschoolers, research . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . ."Jesus Christ redefined greatness as SERVICE" ~from Sunday's sermon, regarding the Scripture below. . .

Scripture thought . . . "Not so with you. Instead whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." ~Mark 10:43-45

A picture thought for you . . . 

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#192~ 6/3/13

 For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . cloudy w/the occasional peek of sun. Unseasonably cool ~ high around 70* today.

I am thinking . . . that I can't believe my Daddy passed away 14 years ago, today. At time, it still seems like yesterday; at other times, it seems like forever.

I am thankful . . . that my children knew my parents & were able to enjoy them.

From the kitchen . . . yogurt w/cherries.

I am wearing . . . jeans, black tank top, black drapey, black scarf.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to go to work when my family comes home from work. It's a "tag team" kinda day.

I am wondering . . . which doors will open.

I am hoping . . . that I find them soon.

I am looking forward to . . . heaven.

I am learning . . . to move past the closed doors in search for the open ones.

About the house . . . general pick up from a messy weekend, laundry . . .

I am pondering . . . what's next.

I am reading . . . I Peter.

One of my favorite things . . . Oreo's dunked in milk.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, planning & exploring, fact-gathering, researching for some up-coming blog posts . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . . "REALITY CHECK for those who say they don't like church because they have been hurt by someone in the church: on THIS SIDE OF HEAVEN you WILL be hurt by the church! BUT as the priesthood of believers, we are called to step out & help our brothers & sisters 'get right.' The Body of Christ is about redemption, forgiveness & sanctification." ~Notes from Sunday's sermon.

Scripture thought . . . "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him Who called you out of darkness into His glorious light. Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy . . . Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us." ~1 Peter 2:9-10, 12

A picture thought for you . . . 

 I LOVE this kitchen ~ the sink, the colors, the style ~ 

it calls my name. *sigh*

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#191~ 5/27/13

For Today . . . Memorial Day 2013

Outside my window . . .partly cloudy with a lot of gorgeous sunshine. Windy & cool, mid-to-high 60's.

I am thinking . . . about the great weekend we had ~ 3 DAYS off together. Woohoo!

I am thankful . . . to ALL of those ~ from the Revolutionary War to this War on Terror ~ for sacrificing your lives so that we may live free. May we be worthy of your sacrifice & keep our country as free as you left it.

From the kitchen . . . yellow cake with whipped chocolate icing; picnic food :-)

I am wearing . . . jeans, grey top, black drapey.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to finish a decorating project in the downstairs bathroom.

I am wondering . . . how the Lord is going to answer a big prayer. Waiting expectantly :-)

I am hoping . . . for an answer soon.

I am looking forward to . . . getting started.

I am learning . . . to bring a lot of things together for a big purpose.

About the house . . . finishing up the bathroom project.

I am pondering . . . a great future.

I am reading . . . Control by Glenn Beck. About to finish it up, finally. So little time to read, lately. It's a GREAT book.

One of my favorite things . . . country drives & laughter with THE Man.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, appointments, hopefully some positive answers, writing an article & a devotion, blogging . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . . "My memory is nearly gone, but I remember two things; that I am a great sinner and that Christ is a great Savior." ~John Newton

Scripture thought . . ."Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ." ~Eph. 5:19-20

A picture thought for you . . .

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#189~ 5/13/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . beautiful sunny skies. A few clouds & cool, but lovely.

I am thinking . . . that life is full of disappointments but God is STILL on His throne.

I am thankful . . . that I am one step closer to a dream come true. For a GREAT Mother's Day! <3 font="">

From the kitchen . . . chicken salad on croissant.

I am wearing . . . jeans, purple shirt.

I am creating . . . a peaceful, Christ-centered home.

I am going . . . to regroup & look in a different direction.

I am wondering . . . about timing.

I am hoping . . . it's SOON :-)

I am looking forward to . . . open doors.

I am learning . . . to keep my eyes open.

About the house . . . general clean-up, research . . .

I am pondering . . . where to look ~ near or far?

I am reading . . . "Control" by Glenn Beck. I highly recommend it.

One of my favorite things . . . friends who pray.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, research, magazine article submission for up-coming issue, planning . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . . "Can't never did anything." ~my dear Daddy

Scripture thought . . . "'Where is your faith?' He asked His disciples." ~Luke 8:25

A picture thought for you . . . 

 DD#1, DD#2, Son-in-Law ~

These beautiful people make my 

Mother's Day possible.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook ~#188~ 5/6/13

For Today . . . 

Outside my window . . . gray, windy and drizzly rain

I am thinking . . . that I wish I didn't have to go to work today . . . but . . .

I am thankful . . . that I even have a job in this economy.

From the kitchen . . . hot dog with chili sauce and cheese.

I am wearing . . . jeans, grey tank, black drapey ~ some-what of a work "uniform." Comfort but a little nice.

I am creating . . . a peaceful Christ-centered home; and a plan of action.

I am going . . . to take a big jump forward.

I am wondering . . . how my prayers will be answered; praying with great expectations.

I am hoping . . . for the Lord's hand to cover & guide my plans.

I am looking forward to . . . getting the ball rolling.

I am learning . . . facts.

About the house . . . general Monday pick-up, a little laundry.

I am pondering . . .  the next step.

I am reading . . . just got Glenn Beck's new book, "Control" this morning. Can't wait to dig into it tonight after work.

One of my favorite things . . . driving my new/used truck, Ruby :-)

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . family time, work, reading, blogging, researching an article and project, worship practice, worship with the saints . . .

A favorite quote for the day . . . "God's influence in my life doesn't stop with me; like the ripples in a pond, HIS power and influence works outward from me . . . to my family . . . to the people in my sphere of influence . . . to the world" ~from my Sunday sermon notes.

Scripture thought . . . "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." ~Acts 1:8 {Scripture that goes with the favorite quote, above.}

A picture thought for you . . . 

 O-H-I-O ~~ Buckeyes, we're everywhere! 

{Pinned from Pinterest ~ I do not know these people}

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