My "did today" list

Yesterday was a rough start for me... I was trying to get so much accomplished and the kids kept needing me... for breaking up fights, for food, for drinks, for refereeing, for potty accidents, the list goes on and on. After a few heated moments, I let the "to-do" list go, and went out side and had fun with my kids, and filled bucket after bucket of water for our improvised pool (under-the-bed box), Then during naptime while I was on the computer instead of getting back to the "to-do" list, I came across this timely post by Jill Savage!

This quote was JUST what I needed!

“My whole life I have been complaining that my work was constantly interrupted, until I discovered the interruptions were my work.” ~~ Henri Nouwen


So, here is my "did today" list... from yesterday (not necessarily in order)

did my bible study
fed 4 kids breakfast
washed and changed my bed sheets
emptied the dishwasher
did another load of laundry
made my hubby lunch to take to work
got kids dressed
broke up some fights
talked to a friend
soaked in some Vitamin D
filled lots of water buckets
made a great dinner for my family
cleaned up the kitchen
washed pots/pans
beat my hubby in a game of "Words with Friends"
gave 2 little ones baths
changed all the kids bedsheets
folded 3 loads of laundry
cleaned up a pile (or two) of clutter

Wow, I am exhausted just reviewing the list! But all in all it turned out to be a profitable day. Now I need to get off the computer and make today profitable as well!!

MAKING A "DID TODAY" LIST works for me!! see other great ideas here!

Sidewalk "Paint"

Do you know what happens when you mix sidewalk chalk and water????

It makes PAINT!


It also makes for a very happy toddler and preschooler


It also makes a mess, and stains hands and feet for a few days!!

BUT this was one of my "Yes mom moments" and that makes it worth it all!!!

Being a "Yes Mom" Works for me! Check out more "Works for Me Wednesday" ideas!!

sweet shot tuesday

This was a wonderful start to our very up and down day...

nothing better than seeing my kids READING instead of watching TV. Many thanks to my local library!!love the summer tans, the summer hair (white blonde), the tousled hair from bedtime, bare feet, summer pjs... I love Summer!!

For more sweet shots that celebrate summer, go here!

My cup overfloweth

continuing my 1000 gifts...

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11. flavored coffee, iced coffee
12. being able to pay the bills
13. sidewalk chalk
14. little girls in pigtails
15. playing "Words with Friends" with my hubby!
16. neighbors to borrow eggs from
17. Rain
18. Starbucks Dark Cherry iced coffee
19. going new places
20. having my 2 oldest home again from grandma's house
21. winning a craft contest online and having my handmade card shop promoted!
22. hanging my clothes out on the line
23. anticipation
24. knowing God is not surprised by the things that happen that surprise me
25. my dishwasher

Muffin Tin Monday

Today was "Muffin Tin Monday," I am not sure how long I can keep this up. I am not very creative... it might just be the same thing every Monday. Today it was granola bar, carrot sticks, oyster crackers, cheese slices, raisins, and apple slices.
But my kids just love it! The novelty of eating their food in a fun container is enough for them to gobble most of it down!! AND we ate lunch outside today... Bonus!!

To see more fun (and much more creative) muffin tin meals... go here!

sweet shot tuesday

For my sweet shot Tuesday...

Sunset...



and the moon on the same night...

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Multitude Monday

Just jumping in here with giving thanks as a way to get started on my list of 1000 gifts...

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1. farmer's market
2. friendship
3. eating healthy
4. air conditioning
5. thunderstorms
6. nap-time
7. my new swing (to replace the old broken one)
8. Family Life Nights (small group fellowship for church)
9. Praying (knowing God hears and answers)
10. music

Admiring my Dear Husband

This week's Marriage challenge is: Admire Your Husband. If you are a blogger write a post all about your husband and what you admire in him and then show it to him! He will smile!

In The Love Dare, (from the movie Fireproof) Day 7 is to make a list of the positive things about your spouse (and a list of some negative things). For some reason I have avoided that day... just skipped right over it. This challenge has given me the opportunity to get it started!!


In no particular order, things I love about Wes...

His commitment to a job well done: He has been at the same job for 10+ years, and although his job description and responsibilities have changed various times over the years, sometimes positive, sometimes negative, he always does his best at the task that he is given. I am proud of him!

He is no respecter of persons: The man can talk to ANYONE, anywhere... at a wedding, at the rescue mission, at the grocery store, at the park, at church, at a family reunion. He is willing to strike up a conversation with anyone who needs someone to talk to, even when he isn't sure what to say!

His public speaking abilities: Just this weekend he had the opportunity to fill in for an adult Sunday School class, and I could not have been more proud! He did an excellent job sharing his heart and staying true to God's Word. If he was nervous, he didn't show it. He has had opportunities to speak at the local rescue mission, teach in ABF (adult bible fellowship), and share his knowledge at the local college... this Spring he taught a class!! He loves to teach and he does a great job!!

His servant's attitude: if he sees a job that needs done, he is always willing to jump in and help! This has been even more obvious as he takes on responsibilities as a deacon in our church and as he leads our church's outreach to the local rescue mission. It's is also evident in the way he cares for his family (immediate and extended, when we see them).

His giving heart: He is always looking for ways to give to those who are in need, whether it is time, money, computer assistance, etc.

His technology skills and knowledge: The man knows his way around a computer... inside and out. Most of his abilities have been self-taught! His job revolves around computers, and he is always willing to help out those who are having computer problems.

His "dad" abilities: Our kids LOVE their dad! He can always make them laugh! They love to be with him! Just this evening, our littlest was wandering around the house yelling, "Dad, where are you?" over and over... too cute!! He is a "hands on" dad, who is very involved in his kids' lives!

He is a great help around the house: because our kids came so close together, when I was caring for the youngest, he jumped in to handle the oldest one... then two... then three! Even now that all four are getting bigger and I don't have a baby to care for, he is always helping with bath time, bed time routine, dinner time, etc. He has also been known to give the kitchen a scrub down a time or two, when it gets out of hand. Plus he always mows the lawn, shovels the walk, empties the cat box, and takes out the trash!!

His good looks: The man is HOT! :) He still makes my heart flutter when I see him walk in the room!! I love that I got a smart man, and a good looking one!! :) I thank God for him!!

Praying for my husband

Dear Wesley,

I am praying for you...

It has been an interesting week. Sunday night was wonderful as I asked my dear husband how I could pray for him, prompted by Courtney in our summer challenge. It was amazing to me how much he talked that night. It was so wonderful to have the flow of communication! :) and I did pray for him and continued to pray for him this week, even amidst the craziness of my week and the serious struggles I had with my little ones.

I definitely have to watch my timing in asking him this loaded question... One day I asked him as he was headed out the door for work. He didn't have the time to think through it and was a little frustrated with me. I guess I will just make an effort to go through this list from Stormie Omartian's book, The Power of a Praying Wife.

1. His Wife

2. His Work

3. His Finances

4. His Sexuality

5. His Affections

6. His Temptations

7. His Mind

8. His Fears

9. His Purpose

10. His Choices

11. His Health

12. His Protection

13. His Trials

14. His Integrity

15. His Reputation

16. His Priorities

17. His Relationships

18. His Fatherhood

19. His Past

20. His Attitude

21. His Marriage

22. His Emotions

23. His Walk

24. His Talk

25. His Repentance

26. His Deliverance

27. His Obedience

28. His Self-Image

29. His Faith

30. His Future

I didn't do a stellar job this week, but I do have this book and will be pulling it out again soon!! Thank you, Women Living Well for a great challenge!!!