Happy Monday my Friends
I've got a sickie home today so I've been playing nurse a bit and loving on my girl. Happy Veteran's Day today to all of our men and women in the military, past and present. God bless their service and sacrifices. 🇺🇸 ❤️ I especially give a shout out to my Brother who is a retired green beret in Army special forces.
I hope you had a wonderful weekend. We had a busy one here. Friday we went to Annie's school musical with my Mom. They put one on every year and this year was Mary Poppins. Several of her friends were in it and they did a great job! Saturday was church and then Annie's friend slept over and we all went out for sushi with my brother and sister-in-law. Then yesterday Annie and her friend and I went to The Adam's Family movie. It was really cute. Then Annie and I had her volleyball banquet. Only a few players got awards and Annie got one voted on only by the players. It was so sweet and I'm so proud of her! I share more about it and photo below.
THE WEATHER OUTSIDE IS:
ON THE BREAKFAST PLATE THIS MORNING
Toast with raspberry jam, yogurt, coffee
RIGHT NOW I AM:
Right now listening to, yep you guessed it, Christmas music! Lol Working on my planner. Listening to Ruby bark outside. She likes to talk tough to all the squirrels on the hill. Let them know who's in charge 😉
AS I LOOK OUTSIDE MY WINDOW
The weather can't make up her mind today. It was sunny earlier and now it clouded up and snowed a little. I see the frozen bay with bits of snow still on it. It's really chilly today (as you can see in the weather report above)
AS I LOOK AROUND THE HOUSE
I see some things that still need picking up. Mostly my teenager's things lying around ::sigh:: I see her laying on the couch resting and watching something on her computer. I'll go easy on her today because she's a sickie
ON THIS WEEK'S TO DO LIST:
CURRENTLY READING
ON THE TV TODAY:
Holiday baking championship, Dancing with the Stars, the Resident, The Good Doctor, New Amsterdam, Greys Anatomy, This is Us, Survivor, Bluff City Law, The Rookie, Will & Grace
Catching up on shows I never watched when they first came out - The Crown on Netflix currently and Big Little Lies on HBO
I also have some, you guessed it, Christmas Hallmark movies taped to watch
(this is all still the same up)
Catching up on shows I never watched when they first came out - The Crown on Netflix currently and Big Little Lies on HBO
I also have some, you guessed it, Christmas Hallmark movies taped to watch
(this is all still the same up)
ON THE MENU THIS WEEK:
MONDAY: baked potatoes with toppings and salad
TUESDAY: soup (not sure what kind yet), biscuit sandwiches
WEDNESDAY: chickie chip hot dish, fruit, veggies & dip
THURSDAY: cheesy egg bake, toast, fruit
FRIDAY: slow cooker honey lime chicken tacos (& with leftovers make quesadillas) 🌮 , homemade guacamole and chips, fruit
WHAT I AM CREATING AT THE MOMENT
scrapbook catch up, setting up a craft corner in my son's former desk area, and potential job announcement for me to share soon
NEW RECIPE I WANT TO TRY THIS WEEK:
I never got to sharing the banana cake and apple cinnamon bread last week, but there will be a post up with both of those recipes this afternoon!!
TIP OF THE WEEK:
FROM THE CAMERA
PRAYER, INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE OR DEVOTIONAL:
I'm linking with Sandra of Diary of a SAHM for Happy Homemaker Monday.
When Annie started volleyball at her high school this Fall she had only had a little bit of experience playing one season in a rec league. She made up her mind she wanted to play for her school this Fall and worked on it every night extra at home, besides practice at school. It paid off and she became a more valuable player as the season progressed. Her teammates voted her most improved on the season at the banquet last night and she was pretty proud. I was enjoying the moment and didn't get a photo. And we don't have her vball pics back. But here's one of her in action from this season:
We've had some gorgeous late Fall sunsets on the bay lately
And woke up to this Friday morning ❄️
so of course lots of cozy took place inside - candles and coffee ☕️
And Annie was in the penalty box (aka naughty box) in one of her recent scrimmages and looks pretty pleased with herself
sushi dinner the other night with my Brother Steven and his wife Jill - love them so much and so glad they were able to move back to our area
And this is from a military banquet in years passed. I'm so grateful for my Bro's service and to my SIL Jillie's sacrifices during all they years he served 🇺🇸
PRAYER, INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE OR DEVOTIONAL:
I'm linking with Sandra of Diary of a SAHM for Happy Homemaker Monday.
Hey there my gorgeous friend! Its no fun when your kiddos are sick.. I got a text yesterday from my oldest saying he has strep thoat... when I asked if he needed anything.. it was a no, just wanted me to know he wasn't feeling well... and didn't want me to stop over as he knew I was heading out of state later this week and didn't want me getting sick. Anywho... those sunset pics are gorgeous! And dang its cold for you.. I thought my 20's were bad.. but brrr the teens are even worse! Stay warm and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI hope Annie feels better soon! I'm sure having her wonderful mom as nursemaid will speed the process! ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS pictures my friend! I LOVE your bay. And I LOVE that smirk on Annie's face as she does her time in the penalty box! I am so happy for you that your brother and SIL are living so close again! Family is EVERYTHING! That sweater tip is ingenious! Stay warm and have a WONDERFUL week!
ReplyDeleteYay Annie! That's a wonderful award and even more special when voted by the teammates. I hope she feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteI love your photos! They really are gorgeous. We have been hit with a deep freeze and lots of snow. Not ready for that yet!
The sweater tip is a good one.
Have a good week my friend!
I'm running a day behind, so hope your girl is feeling better by now. I, too, have pulled out the Christmas movies and am enjoying every one of them! Your menus look great and I love the lake pictures! (I soooo wish I was there!!!) Hope your week is going well and may many blessings be yours for the remainder of it! <3
ReplyDeleteIt's my turn to be super late visiting. Hope Annie is feeling much better by now and that you've had a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteYes, winter has definitely arrived in the North Woods. It certainly makes for beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteHope our Pineapple Annie is feeling better and back in the groove (but not the penalty box - naughty girl!). And what a great award - the best kind of achievement.
Your house must be the most pleasant place on earth, with Christmas music for listening, yummy smells from all the baking, and happy tummies from eating the results.
Your brother is so handsome and his wife is so beautiful; a gorgeous couple, and they look as if they're still on a honeymoon.
Please remember to take time for yourself. Without Carry-on Carrie at the wheel, things would grind to a halt. Get lots of rest, Dear One, so you won't be sick for the holidays.
Love and hugs, kisses riding the snowflakes, for all My Girls Up North of Everywhere, AP
Use music to help relive your stress. Music has a strong ability to alter our moods and feelings. Studies have shown that music can make a person much calmer. Everyone likes different genres of music, so make sure to listen to what calms you down.
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If you have a lot of excess dry skin on your face, one of the best ways to relieve your stress is to get a facial. This will allow your skin to breathe so that you feel fresh for the better part of the day. Give yourself a facial to help your anxiety and melt away your stress.
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