Glad to have a few minutes (hopefully) to get my post up this morning. Well, I guess technically it’s early afternoon but I like to get to the grocery store in the morning. I’m waiting for J’s school principal to call me so we can figure out his options. Does anybody enjoy waiting for a phone call? I know I don’t!
As I wait for the phone call that may not even come this morning, it’s time for my weekly planning post. Joining in with Sandra over at Diary Of A Stay At Home Mom where she kindly hosts the link up each week.
The Weather 
The heat is gone but we could sure use some rain! Highs in the mid to upper 70’s all week long with sunny skies.
As I Look Outside My Window 
No more hummingbirds though I’m leaving the feeder up until October 1 just in case of any stragglers. Herbs are starting to go and the squirrel keeps knocking my fuchsia flowers off the railing, the yellow jackets seem to like them as well so I may not pick them up this time. Cherry tomatoes turning red but still waiting on all the others…
Right Now I Am 
Working on this post, waiting for the phone to ring, and keeping an eye on the clock as well. I do work later this afternoon.
Thinking And Pondering
What might be the best option for J. Reminding myself not everyone takes the same path. Think it’s time to give up the longing for the other universe where the pandemic didn’t happen and just let him move forward even if it means simply taking the Hi-SET. Also, thinking that maybe I should trust myself more to know what’s best for my child rather than a school or a therapist (while I don’t discount his ideas, I think maybe he might have different answers if he knew my child longer). And finding myself with an overwhelming disappointment in our entire education system considering everything from the start times to the lack of noticing and encouraging. Speaking in general terms as I do know there are some amazing teachers who do notice and encourage.
How I Am Feeling
Didn’t sleep great though slept better than Saturday night. Last night I felt so discouraged but I’m trying to be optimistic as well. Not sure that makes sense.
On The Breakfast Plate
Too much coffee! An English muffin with butter. Vitamins. A iced caramel macchiato for Starbucks in the grocery store.
On The Lunch Plate
Not sure, I may just eat a flip yogurt depending on how much time I have after finishing this post.
On The Dinner Plate
Grilled hot dogs, chips, I may throw together some coleslaw before I go to work
What I Am Wearing Today
Blue work t-shirt, olive green Capri pants, later tennis shoes but right now my leopard print slip on shoes
On My Reading Pile
I finished Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood. It was okay, not even sure how to rate it. I stuck with it because parts of her life took place in St. Louis and Kansas City so it interested me a bit more from that standpoint. I’m coming to the conclusion that while I love autobiographies, memoirs are very hit and miss for me. Currently, I just started The Last to Vanish by Megan Miranda, promising so far as a good suspenseful novel.
On My TV
KC Chiefs, SIGH. We need our kicker to return ASAP. In happier news, The Masked Singer is back! I don’t know why but I just love that silly little show. I also re-watched all the Lord of the Rings movies at some point last week. And heard on the radio, that Netflix released a trailer for the next season of Emily in Paris. Excited for that as well.
On The Menu This Week 
Trying to strike a balance between what we have on hand, not overdoing the standby’s, and new things on the menu. (Not much new this week)
MONDAY: hot dogs on grill, chips, maybe coleslaw *I work 2-5:45* *J has a baritone lesson at 6:30*
TUESDAY: chicken spinach skillet *Plans with a friend, need to confirm*
WEDNESDAY: Breakfast for dinner, maybe waffles or maybe super simple French Toast sticks and scrambled eggs
THURSDAY: Stuffed peppers
FRIDAY: No idea…leftovers or OUT *I work 11-4:30*
Looking Around The House
Time to start fall cleaning for sure!
On My To Do List 
- Grocery store *DONE*
- This post *In progress*
- Pay bills
- Bit of Laundry
- Figure out the school stuff
- Garden Chores (separate list, big things this week: getting houseplants indoors)
- Start fall cleaning schedule
- Clean out pantry (this got moved when G needed kitchen table to build his computer)
- Water indoor plants
From The Camera
Still practicing with the purple asters. These are the ones from the corner of the driveway. 
Quote For The Week
Leaning heavy into this verse lately:
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
Hello dear Jean!
My Momma heart just feels for you and all of your frustration with J’s school. You’re right. No one knows you better than him. And you know probably better than anyone, about what may help him truly move forward. I keep sending prayers your way 🙏 💕
The squirrels have sure been squirrely around here too. It’s truly Fall. Lol And I squealed when I read about Emily in Paris! I hope it comes out soon!!
That breakfast plate pic made me drool. Lol 😋
Have a blessed week ahead. xoxo
Thank you! I know this is just a blip in the big picture but it’s sure tough when it’s happening. Not sure when Emily in Paris is coming out, I hope it’s soon as well. Lots of good tv in the fall always. Hope you are having a great start to your Tuesday!
OH my, your breakfast! That looks so yummy!!! Have a great week!
Thank you. I keep getting a decent amount of cherry tomatoes to use. Hope you have a great week as well!
Both your photos and your text are very inviting to read. I wish you a good week. It’s already Wednesday again and it’s raining here (again). The water shortage in my country has almost been replenished. And so many mushrooms. Really autumn. Too much coffee? Oh yes, me too 🙂
Thank you! Glad your water shortage is ending. We need rain here very much. Hope you have a good week as well!
Just love stuffed peppers. yum! Hope all gets resolved for the best for your son.
Have a great rest of the week
Thank you. It’s finally cooled down enough for some fall meals. Hope you have a great rest of your week as well!
Keeping it short and sweet since I am so VERY late this week! Sorry J’s schooling is still frustrating. Our hummingbirds are year round. Maybe I could send one or two. Great pictures. See you in the morning.
Thank you. Oh, lucky you to get to enjoy the hummingbirds year round! My feeder is still there though I’ll probably take it down at the end of this week. See you in a bit!