Happy Monday! Hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day yesterday. It is May, right? Wonder why I’m asking? I’m asking because I generally don’t get up thinking about bumping on the heat during the second week of May!
It was a cold 41 degrees this morning! Supposed to stay chilly until the weekend. Wait, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let’s save the weather talk for its category.
Joining in with Sandra over at Diary Of A Stay At Home Mom where she hosts these wonderful weekly link ups. And she changed up the categories just a bit as well. However, the weather always stays at the top.
So, on to the categories starting with…
The Weather
Yesterday was gray and gloomy and also, chilly. I talked about this morning above but at least the sun is shining again! Most of our week is in the low to mid 60’s, about 10 degrees below normal. We’re, thankfully, back in the 70’s for the weekend. And because it’s spring, there’s also a chance of more thunderstorms over the weekend as well.
On My Reading Pile
Currently, nothing. A bit unusual. I did read Reluctantly Home by Imogen Clark last week. Always enjoy her novels though the subject matter of this one rang a little heavy at times (deals with the death of a child).
On My TV
Usual, Masked Singer and Prodigal Son. Phinneas and Ferb with J, a bit. And I watched the entire season of Dad Stop Embarrassing Me on Netflix over the weekend (only 8 episodes). A bit of an edgier comedy, probably not for everyone but I found it a bit like the comedies from the 70’s, 80’s, & maybe 90’s so I enjoyed the reminiscent feel of the show while it dealt with current issues.
On The Menu
My husband and kids took me out to eat yesterday and we had a lovely in restaurant meal. Probably the first time we’ve all eaten out together in a restaurant in over a year! It was a catfish restaurant and so lots of delicious fried food, led to some rather tender stomachs last night and this morning.
Luckily, dinner for tonight is already prepped.
MONDAY: BBQ roast sandwiches (my husband cooked one on the smoker), leftovers from the restaurant (okra, fries, coleslaw, and beans)
TUESDAY: taco salads
WEDNESDAY: ham steaks, baked potatoes, asparagus
THURSDAY: Spaghetti or I might try these zucchini boats (zucchini was on sale at the store!), salad *I work 8:30-1:30*
FRIDAY: OUT! *J has an appt at 4* *I work 8:30-1:30*
SATURDAY: (not sure I’ll do this but I had a thought that Saturday would be a great crock pot meal day) Chicken Verde
On My To Do List (This Week)
- Put entire pantry back together. I know it IS May despite the weather because we had ants visiting the pantry yesterday morning. UGH.
- Still need to sort winter/spring/summer clothes. Except it can’t seem to pick a season around here!
- Find a new book to read
- Go outside and dump all the standing water I can find (rained over the weekend so now I’m on mosquito patrol today)
- Call the trash company (AGAIN) to get a second recycling bin delivered (it was supposed to come last Tuesday)
- Figure out what to do for G’s birthday and to celebrate him getting his Associate’s Degree (He’s transferring to a 4 year college now)
- Work in the yard, get some plants in the ground
- Clean the house
- Look for a new pair of tennis shoes
- Pick up the camera every day
What I Am Sewing, Knitting, or Creating
Working on getting the outside front porch and yard ready for the summer. I’m also back to working on my Animal Crossing New Horizons Island just for fun.
Looking Around The House
Well, the kitchen table is completely full at the moment, covered in pantry items. The rest of it is okay but needs a good clearing and cleaning.
From The Camera
The purple iris fell over but it still bloomed!
Something Fun To Share
I got nothing. Although I’m excited there are only 9 school days left for J! It’s been a rough year but he’s almost done.
On My Prayer List
Friends, family, strangers.
Quote For The Week
Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ (Ephesians 5:20)
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9 school days left is awesome fun! Summer break is almost here. I miss having irisis, I plan on planting some on our property once we finally get moved onto it.
The weather here has been colder than normal as well. I’m trying to enjoy it because I know all too soon it’s going to be 90 degrees and humid, humid, humid.
Felicia recently posted…Happy Homemaker Monday: May 10-16
I only got two flowers this year but I’d moved the plants a couple years ago so I was excited to see them finally bloom again. That’s a good point about enjoying the cooler weather while it’s here. Hope you have a terrific Tuesday!
School is almost out for you!
I put out ant traps today too… yuck!
Have a great week
Lucie recently posted…Happy Homemaker 2021-05-10
Well, not for me as the preschool where I work is year-round (I tend to get a decent amount of work in the summer so can’t complain too much) but my youngest son and our morning battles are almost over. I’ll take that! Good luck with your ant battles. Putting the pantry back together this morning and I saw another one. SIGH. Husband may have to spray around the house. Hope you have a wonderful week as well!
It is cold here too!
Wish I could pop in for a cup of coffee and a couple of those banana chocolate chip bars!
Hope you are having a cozy evening.
I am snuggled under a blanket on the couch. : )
BillieJo recently posted…Monday Morning Coffee
I’d have to make some more but I would do that for you 🙂 Wish you could come on over as well! It warmed up a bit by yesterday afternoon so I spent it outside doing a few things around the yard. Cold again this morning though and looks like it might rain again. Hope you are enjoying a relaxing Tuesday so far!
Weather is so strange lately, we also have crazy temps going from hot to cold.
Your menu looks yummy, and that purple iris is beautiful.
Hope you’re having a good week so far.
Sandra
xoxoxo
Sandra recently posted…{ Happy Homemaker Monday – 05/10/2021 }
Thank you! I was happy to see the purple iris bloom again. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!