I’m feeling a bit behind this week. Probably because once again I’m posting on a Tuesday. The end of last week and the weekend were both busy with work and activities. And I also worked again yesterday.
Today, I woke up ready to take back the house and maybe do a little bit of planning for the upcoming busier months of the year. And as always, I’ll link up to Diary Of A Stay At Home Mom where Sandra hosts these Happy Homemaker Mondays each week.
Breakfast Plate…What Is On The Plate This Morning
A bit of a change up today. Pulled the pumpkin spice English muffins from the freezer so toasted one of those and added a bit of butter. Plus coffee. And vitamins.
Looking Around The House
Did I mention I was on a bit of a mission to take it back today? (Just a quick note: If you’ve been following my 31 Days Series, I haven’t forgotten. Life just got busy without much blogging time.)
On Today’s To Do List
What isn’t on today’s list would take up less space. Just a quick sampling of today’s list:
- Wash all the household bedding (Long overdue, in progress)
- Regular laundry
- General house cleaning
- Pay rest of the bills including the once a year big ones (homeowners insurance, car insurance)
- Clean out fridge/freezer
- Outdoor tasks, not sure if it’s too late to plant bulbs? Need to trim the peony leaves (to try and stop disease)
- Perhaps a bit of Christmas planning
- Return library books
- Work on blog/computer stuff
- Make a list for errands/maybe go to store to get all the stuff I forgot last night
Currently Reading
Finished Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte last week. Started a bit slow but once I got further into the story, my interest increased. Also, read Boston Scream Murder (Deputy Donut Mystery #4) just because it sounded fun. Not my favorite though I do love this Ginger Bolton series. Needing something quick to read during J’s lesson last night, I downloaded Christmas in the Scottish Highlands by Donna Ashcroft.
Also floating around on the kindle app on my phone is the Chaos to Clean: in 31 Babysteps by Marla Cilley. Not making much progress. I do better with physical books on that type of subject matter. And in the pile of actual library books half-started is Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire: The Guide to Being Glorious You by Jen Hatmaker. Not sure why I couldn’t get into it. Going to try one more time before I take it back to the library.
On The TV This Week
Watched Dune over the weekend and really enjoyed it. Never saw the original so wasn’t sure what to expect or even the plot. Probably a good one to see in theater if you’re into the series (I watched on HBO Max). La Brea tonight and The Masked Singer tomorrow unless the World Series pre-empts them. Not sure about that. Whatever catches my eye on the streaming services. Thinking of doing a Harry Potter movie marathon on the weekend, depending on the weather.
The Weather Outside Is 
Much cooler though it’s supposed to get up to 61 today. The mornings have been in the low to mid 40’s. We had some storms (most went around us) over the weekend and are due for 2 solid days of (much needed) rain tomorrow and Thursday. It’s supposed to chilly and sunny on Saturday (nice as we have a Halloween parade to attend, high school band marches) and then, just partly cloudy but still nice on Sunday, Halloween. Fall is finally here, I think. 
On The Menu This Week
I’ve been struggling so much in this area lately. Not even sure why. Feels like we’ve just been doing the same meals on repeat but it’s been too warm really for the homey, meals of fall/winter. Maybe this week.
MONDAY: G and I had BBQ pulled pork (from freezer), husband had leftover tacos, and J had pizza rolls *I worked 8:30-5* *J had a lesson at 6:30*
TUESDAY: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes
WEDNESDAY: Spaghetti, breadsticks, salad
THURSDAY: Stuffed peppers
FRIDAY: Leftovers/Out/Cereal *I work 8:30-12:30*
SAT/SUN: Not sure about Saturday but I plan to make taco soup for Halloween.
If I Have A Few Minutes To Myself I Will
Probably waste it playing a stupid game on my phone. Or hopefully instead of that, read. Maybe sit outside if the weather is warm enough.
New Recipe I Tried Or Want To Try This Week
Might give these quick yogurt scones a try with some of the Flip yogurts as we seem to have an abundance of cookies and cream flavored ones (A certain teenager burned out on that flavor after I bought a bunch, not my favorite breakfast flavor either).
One Of My Simple Pleasures
Getting into bed at night when the sheets are freshly cleaned.
Favorite Photo From The Camera
Still working on getting back into the groove of picking up my camera more but I didn’t want to miss the full Hunter’s moon last Tuesday night. (Note: these two photos were with the bridge camera as it has a special setting for the moon.) 
Praying For
Friends, family, strangers. The neighbors. A healthy “normal” fall/winter season for all of us. A lessening of the all that divides us and return to civility, respect, and kindness.
Quote For The Week
This verse popped into my head just now as I typed the end of my prayer list.
I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. (Ezekiel 36:26)
Hello lovely Jean
I feel your pain of wanting to accomplish so much. This time of year always stirs that in me too. Plus, with holidays around the corner throwing in extra things to work on and think about. But all we can do is one day at a time and tackle a bit in each day. ❤️
I hope it gets cooler and cozier so you’ll feel more inspired for meals. I’m the same way! I need to feel the desire for comfort foods to want to bother.
My brother saw Dune and said it was good too. Annie and I were talking Harry Potter marathon too! Lol Not sure if she’ll want to take that much time with her old Mom though. 😃
Have a blessed rest of your week xo
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I actually took today off (no small feat which is funny considering I’m a sub) to get some things done around here. It’s definitely feeling more like fall each day. Aw, if we were closer we could have a Harry Potter marathon together! Not sure if either of my kids will join me, maybe here and there. Hope your Wednesday is off to a wonderful start!
Absolutely beautiful pictures!!!! Sounds like you’re a woman on a serious mission. I hope you win 😀 Enjoy your wonderful fall weather! I’ll check in over here about the “31 days” after I get home in a couple days.
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Thank you! I’d say I accomplished a little less than half of my mission yesterday but better than nothing. I got distracted by a billing error with the trash company–SIGH. Still better than nothing. Hope you are still enjoying your travels. Have a safe trip home!