Yesterday just wasn’t great. A lot of issues with J just left me a bit too emotionally drained to even put together a coherent post. Thankfully, this morning was better.
So, here I am again on a Tuesday. Better late than never? And it’s my Spring break at work! We’re actually celebrating 3 spring breaks in a row around here. Unfortunately, not much overlap. My break is this week. J’s is next week (though they also get Friday), and then G has the following week. My poor husband doesn’t get one.
Late to the party but still linking up with Sandra over at Diary Of A Stay At Home Mom.
The Weather 
Spring’s trying! Sunny days most of the week with highs near 60. Chilly start today as it’s currently 43 degrees but supposed to warm up quickly after lunch. Slight chance of rain on Thursday, still much needed as we’re in drought conditions. Okay with it as long as the wintry mix they hinted at on the news skips out on us.
As I Look Outside My Window
I see sunshine, a bunch of front porch plants and a yard in need of tending. Hoping to get out there later today. 
Right Now
Working on this post in efforts to put off chores (cleaning, paying bills, etc.)
Thinking and Pondering 
Too much to share. Here I’ll share the lighter things on my mind: I’d like to use my spring break to do some much needed spring cleaning and refreshing around here. Easter is also on my mind a bit. The garden areas of the front porch and yard.
Homemaking Tips
I’ve been adding a few drops of lemon and lavender oils to the washer when washing the bedding. Makes them smell so good!
How I Am Feeling
Tired. Trying to push through some depressing and defeatist thinking.
On The Breakfast Plate
I’ve switched over from yogurt to oatmeal each morning. I haven’t compared it officially to my flip yogurts but I noticed I feel a bit better with the oatmeal breakfast. Also, apple cider vinegar tablets, vitamins, water (as well as coffee!)
On My Reading Pile
I’ve slowed down on my reading a bit. Still working on The Fix (Amos Decker #3) by David Baldacci. Also, need to decide if I want to renew or return The Minimalist Home: A Room by Room Guide by Joshua Becker. (All my library books are a couple days overdue!)
On My TV
Sigh, no more Joe Millionaire. Read where one of the couples is already no more. It was a fun show though. And now, I’m more excited than I should be to see The Masked Singer is back. As are The Flash and DC Legends of Tomorrow, both of which I just watch on the CW app. Finally, I caved and started watching Outlander on Netflix after Carrie from Northwoods Scrapbook suggested it. Two episodes in and I wasn’t sure but another friend encouraged me to stick with it a bit longer. Now, I’m on season 3. Honestly, I still have mixed feelings as it’s not my usual type of show (Time travel stuff? Yes. Period drama? Not so much) but I do love the scenery and music of it!
On The Menu
Not overly exciting this week. 
MONDAY: We had tacos and I baked a (store bought) apple pie for pi day
TUESDAY: Chicken and spinach skillet, rice
WEDNESDAY: OUT probably Subway *J has a school band concert*
THURSDAY: Irish Bacon and Cabbage Soup, homemade brown bread, Lucky Charms bars *St Patrick’s Day*
FRIDAY: Freezer Frenzy (Need to clean out some already cooked items in the freezer)
From The Camera
Still sorely lacking in this department. With the exception of the dove photo further below, all the pictures from this morning just for this post. 
Looking Around The House
There’s a reason I want to spend my week spring cleaning, the entire house needs it!
To Do List
- pay bills
- Spring cleaning (might make a post with an outline of the tasks to keep me on track)
- E-mail J’s teachers (I’m skipping parent-teacher conferences this week as I didn’t think I could hold it together 7 times in a row with everything that’s been going on (some of them already know the anxiety info anyway), e-mail felt safer)
- Write/send a letter
- Yard work and enjoy the beautiful spring weather
On My Prayer List 
The people of Ukraine, an end to the horrific war (I made the mistake of watching the world news one night and could not contain the tears as they told the stories of the millions of refugees, so many of them children!), family, friends, strangers. A kinder, peaceful, and healed world.
Quote For The Week
I need to end this post on a lighter note with thoughts back on spring flowers and green yards. I get a “Daily Moment of Happiness” e-mail from Gretchen Rubin and she shared this quote in it last Tuesday. It just spoke to me:
I shall never have the garden I have in my mind, but that for me is the joy of it; certain things can never be realized and so all the more reason to attempt them. (Jamaica Kincaid) 
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Hello Dearest!
I’m always glad to see you here so be late as you ever want to be. 🤗 Sending giant hugs. I’m so sorry things continue to be worrisome and stressful with J. It’s so hard as a Mom when our babies are hurting – at any age. I really hope you’re able to find some help that reaches all of you in the best ways. Lots of prayers and love sent to you my Friend.
I’m stealing your lemon and lavender oils idea for the sheets! I love that!! And I’m so glad you’re trying Outlander. It is kind of more historical romance than anything I guess. But I love the concept and characters too. I’ve actually just started a new show on the same channel as Outlander called Shining Vale. It’s kind of like scary ghost stuff, meets funny and family drama all in one so far. Very different. But only 1/2 hour episodes which is cool. Just another one to throw at you if you’re looking for something else. I forgot about Masked Singer! Need to catch up on that one.
Love your pics that makes me think Spring!! It’s actually going to be a continued gorgeous week here – FINALLY! Blessings on the rest of your week. xo
Thank you! After such a rough start on Monday, the week did thankfully get much better. The new therapist seems very promising (much better than the previous one in my opinion) so I’m not without hope. Love 1/2 hour episodes but not sure I could do scary ghost stuff, I’m a chicken! Glad you are getting some spring weather up there. We’ve had it all week though tonight into tomorrow, chances of snow. We do need whatever it takes to get some water into the ground though. Hope you are having a great St. Patrick’s Day! Happy almost weekend!
Hello, Dear Friend. I am so sorry about the issues with J. Have I mentioned the app I use to help me with my anxiety? It is called D.A.R.E., and it is invaluable to me. I do not know the issues, but anxiety is horrible, and I know that. Hugs and love. On a lighter note, we were sad to see Joe Millionaire end too! And sorry that our favorite guy did not find love. I hope you have a happy day tomorrow. I will be thinking of you!
Thank you. I’ll look into the app. Of course, getting my kiddo to use it would be a whole other story. I’m just the mom what would I know about anything 😉 Ha. This week’s been much better once we got through Monday so I’m grateful for that. Oh, my favorite guy was the Missouri Millionaire, and he *maybe* found love, they are still together. Back to Masked Singer, my true reality tv love. LOL. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
((hugs)) to you. Great idea about the oils in the bedsheets.
Hope the week turns out great for you
Sorry to be so late replying to your comment! Thank you. The rest of the week did improve and this week is spring break for the high school so a much needed break from morning time worries. Happy Monday!