Six days and counting without the van. My hubby has a stick shift, which I cannot drive. (Never learned!) Friday, hubby took off to take us to the grocery store, coop and a birthday party. Saturday we went out with him to run an errand. Sunday we went to church and to run an errand.
I have actually enjoyed the slower pace of life. No worrying about where we need to go or what we need to do. I actually don't really mind it, for now
Monday, April 7, 2008
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Everyday
Every day holds new opportunities, fresh perspective and revelations. This morning when I awoke, I had no idea what the day would hold.
School- We packed a lot into an hour a half. It was almost as if the hours themselves stretched for us.
Outside- We meandered into our back yard. Our ears were pleasantly suprised to hear the peck, peck, pecking of a woodpecker. That "suprise" went along so well with our study of backyard birds. Our eyes drank in the beauty of the blue sky and white billowing clouds. Our eyes marveled at the number of birds we could count in our acre yard. Blue jays, cardinals, doves, house sparrows and robins flew from tree to tree and our eyes tried to keep pace with their flight.
Inside- There were chores to do and rooms to clean. Not much fun,but necessary none the less.
Lunch- My daughter, making her own creation (or so she thought) of instant cheesy mashed potatoes.
Errand time- Everyone heads out to the car. The key is inserted. The van will not crank. Mommy dials daddy on her cell phone. What else is a girl to do?
Daddy's home- After checking every possible thing he could think of on the van, nothing. No clue as to why this big green piece of machinery that we rely on won't go for us. Daddy makes call to mechanic and the tow company.. The tow truck arrives to take my only mode of transportation.
Today, didn't go as I had planned. But for me, there is a sweetness in knowing that I don't have to be concerned or worried. My Abba Father had complete control of everything. He is my Hope, my Joy, my Strength, my Provider and too many other things to be written. So, I find joy today. Will I be able to do it tomorrow? I pray that as I draw closer to the Lover of my Soul, that the earth and the cares of it will continue to fade away.
School- We packed a lot into an hour a half. It was almost as if the hours themselves stretched for us.
Outside- We meandered into our back yard. Our ears were pleasantly suprised to hear the peck, peck, pecking of a woodpecker. That "suprise" went along so well with our study of backyard birds. Our eyes drank in the beauty of the blue sky and white billowing clouds. Our eyes marveled at the number of birds we could count in our acre yard. Blue jays, cardinals, doves, house sparrows and robins flew from tree to tree and our eyes tried to keep pace with their flight.
Inside- There were chores to do and rooms to clean. Not much fun,but necessary none the less.
Lunch- My daughter, making her own creation (or so she thought) of instant cheesy mashed potatoes.
Errand time- Everyone heads out to the car. The key is inserted. The van will not crank. Mommy dials daddy on her cell phone. What else is a girl to do?
Daddy's home- After checking every possible thing he could think of on the van, nothing. No clue as to why this big green piece of machinery that we rely on won't go for us. Daddy makes call to mechanic and the tow company.. The tow truck arrives to take my only mode of transportation.
Today, didn't go as I had planned. But for me, there is a sweetness in knowing that I don't have to be concerned or worried. My Abba Father had complete control of everything. He is my Hope, my Joy, my Strength, my Provider and too many other things to be written. So, I find joy today. Will I be able to do it tomorrow? I pray that as I draw closer to the Lover of my Soul, that the earth and the cares of it will continue to fade away.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Friday, March 14, 2008
There is a Season, Turn, Turn, Turn
I am ready for a changing of the season. To officially transfer from winter to spring. To have the temps stay pleasantly warm. To see the trees bursting forth with green leaves and flowers. To hear the chorus of birds and bees and insects coming alive.
The change of season is completely paralleling the spiritual lives of my husband and I. We have both been in a winter season spiritually. Now awaiting the promised thaw that proceeds times of cold wilderness in our lives.
Watching with eyes of faith to see things that have lain dormant in our lives blossom and grow for Him. Holding on and trusting in the only One that will never let go and never let us down. Listening in the stillness for the Voice that only comes there.
Change. Isn't that what happens as the seasons so seamlessly pass from one to another? Isn't that what God does as we go to a new place with Him?
The change of season is completely paralleling the spiritual lives of my husband and I. We have both been in a winter season spiritually. Now awaiting the promised thaw that proceeds times of cold wilderness in our lives.
Watching with eyes of faith to see things that have lain dormant in our lives blossom and grow for Him. Holding on and trusting in the only One that will never let go and never let us down. Listening in the stillness for the Voice that only comes there.
Change. Isn't that what happens as the seasons so seamlessly pass from one to another? Isn't that what God does as we go to a new place with Him?
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Let the Sunshine In
Me and the kiddies have been enjoying 2 days in a row of sunshine and warmer temps. Yesterday, we made use of the day, by trecking into the woods behind our house and making our way to the creek. We all shed our shoes, rolled up our pants to go "creeking", as a friend of mine calls it.
We walked for about 20 minutes in one direction, in the creek and on the bank. I loved it! (I don't know who had more fun, me or the kids.) We discovered deer tracks and tracks of what we thought were for racoons or possums. My kids picked up rocks, moss, and a mystery bone.
We made it back to our starting place and the kids wanted to walk in the other direction. We only walked a little ways and we found some great sliding rocks. You know, where the water flows over big rocks and makes them slippery enough to slide down? I know its March, but the kids were hot and well, we truly only live on this earth once. And no, I did not slide down it with them! I am adventurous, but not that much!
This morning, around 10, we took a break from our schoolwork to take a walk. We walked down the street to a bridge that goes over the creek we walked in yesterday. We turned it into science, by throwing rocks, sticks and leaves off to see which would hit the water first. Then, the kiddies threw things in on one side of the bridge and counted to see which limb or stick would make it out the other side quicker. The rest of their time was just spent seeing who could make the biggest splash.
We walked for about 20 minutes in one direction, in the creek and on the bank. I loved it! (I don't know who had more fun, me or the kids.) We discovered deer tracks and tracks of what we thought were for racoons or possums. My kids picked up rocks, moss, and a mystery bone.
We made it back to our starting place and the kids wanted to walk in the other direction. We only walked a little ways and we found some great sliding rocks. You know, where the water flows over big rocks and makes them slippery enough to slide down? I know its March, but the kids were hot and well, we truly only live on this earth once. And no, I did not slide down it with them! I am adventurous, but not that much!
This morning, around 10, we took a break from our schoolwork to take a walk. We walked down the street to a bridge that goes over the creek we walked in yesterday. We turned it into science, by throwing rocks, sticks and leaves off to see which would hit the water first. Then, the kiddies threw things in on one side of the bridge and counted to see which limb or stick would make it out the other side quicker. The rest of their time was just spent seeing who could make the biggest splash.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Every Day's a Little Closer
...to the end our 4th year of homeschooling. I have been spending this week reviewing things with my kids. Quizzing my son on grammar rules and math facts. Reviewing letter blends and math facts with my daughter. I just wanted to see how much they have retained. My son will have to have the big 3rd grade testing this year. Can't wait!
In the newly acquired skills department, my daughter has learned how to make homemade potato salad. This was of her own choosing. She wanted me to make potato salad one night for dinner and I told her no. I then said that she could make it herself with me observing. So, she peeled 5 potatoes and then chopped them up. I put the water on to boil and put the potatoes in for her. After boiling, she got the collander out, and I poured the taters in to drain. My daughter got out the S&P, mayo, mustard and dill. I do everything to taste, so she did the same. It turned out really good! She has done it twice now!
In the newly acquired skills department, my daughter has learned how to make homemade potato salad. This was of her own choosing. She wanted me to make potato salad one night for dinner and I told her no. I then said that she could make it herself with me observing. So, she peeled 5 potatoes and then chopped them up. I put the water on to boil and put the potatoes in for her. After boiling, she got the collander out, and I poured the taters in to drain. My daughter got out the S&P, mayo, mustard and dill. I do everything to taste, so she did the same. It turned out really good! She has done it twice now!
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Quote of the Day
My daughter has been sick the last two days with a sore throat, and today with a fever. My son started off this school day asking, "Can't I be off from school too since Beth is sick?"
He tried but no go from Mommy.
He tried but no go from Mommy.
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