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Happy Homemaker Monday

 We have been blessed with sunshine the last few days, and I am so thankful for that (after several days of zero sunshine).

I emailed our local library, and proposed a puzzle exchange program.  They may not have the space for such a thing, but I have suggested it.

We got a call that an extended family member on my husband's side of the family, had passed away.




Joining Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom.


The weather . . .
25 degrees at night, but we had some pretty nice, almost 60 degree weather over the weekend.

Right now I am . . .

Making a list of of things that need moved to the top of my to-do's for the day.


Thinking and pondering . . .

Thinking about adding another crockpot to our home.  I've been doing research on the best one on the market these days.  Boy have they changed too (digital buttons etc. on some). When the last kiddo moved out, she took one of our crockpots with her, so we do need another replacement.

I'm thinking about getting us a puzzle board and puzzle box lid stand for the winter puzzle time.

We are now thinking about which home repairs to tackle next.


How I am feeling . . .

Tired.  Ha!


On the breakfast plate . . .

Breakfast sandwich - sausage, egg, and cheese.


On the menu . . .

-a new crock pot mac n' cheese recipe to try

-a new roasted stuffed chicken recipe to try

-Thanksgiving meal will be whatever we feel like.  We have no kids coming home for the holiday.

-leftovers


On my reading pile . . .

Used book.  Have no idea how I obtained it either, ha ha!

On my TV this week . . .

Landman when a new episode is available.  Some Christmas movies. Not much else.


Looking around the house . . .

The Christmas decorations are mostly out.


On the to do list this week . . .

-cobwebs (been on the list all last week)
-make a few calls (doctor, park district {more on that later})
-return library books
-mail a rebate
-write a snail mail letter to an extended family member
-make a yarn order (gulp! for a specific cotton yarn not in stores)
-sweep/mop 
-dust
-wash some rugs
-laundry


What I am creating . . . 

Current crochet blanket for a Christmas gift.

Current "on-the-go" crochet blanket. Sorry if you saw these on my last blog post.



From the camera . . .

The best part of the early morning, is getting outside and taking in a deep breath of fresh outdoor air.  Unless someone is cleaning their barn, and then it's not so pleasant,  ha ha ha!


Devotional, prayers, bible verses . . .

"In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties.  But take heart!  I've conquered the world."  John 16:33 MSG

Comments

Luludou said…
I think a puzzle exchange is a great idea. We have small free libraries around here I have put some puzzles in there from time to time as well as cd's. People have taken them so it was a good idea. I love cooking in the crockpot in winter, the smells in the house, so cozy. Lovely crochet projects. Have a great week
Luludou, our little town is too small to have a "free" little library. However, they have a blessing box for food, and I have put crocheted items in it. I am not sure anyone in our town would even build one. It would be nice, as I have taken books to other towns, just because they have a free little library. Yes, we love the crockpot for meals. I hope your week is great too.

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