To Dry out or Not to Dry Out?....That is the Question!

Water- do you really think about this resource often? How it affects our lives? Just think of all the good things it does for us:

• keeps us hydrated
• cleanses our hands/bodies
• used for cleaning the home
• waters the garden for us to have fresh produce

Lets face it the list could go on and on! But even though the pros of this precious resource are great, there is some cons....just ask Japan! In our little house we have experienced one of these "little" cons. Last night we came home to a very wet hardwood floor! =O Floor officially shot! Apparently, our refrigerator decided to somehow spew this precious resource all over the floor extending into the entry area and soaking about 2-3 feet into the carpet (not too sad about that one! lol). Oh well, honestly we're just not that upset over it. What good does it do to get upset? As the hubby and I discussed, perhaps this is a blessing in disguise. We are very thankful that the Lord stopped the water from continuing into the rest of the house and destroying furniture and we're also thankful that the cause of the water damaged is covered by homeowners insurance! The only items effected were the hardwood, carpet and a few books became slightly damp. Thank You Lord! Claim has been filed with insurance and so in the next few days we shall see what happens.

And so goes the days of our lives! lol

So, how was your weekend?

Projects Galore!

And so the projects continue. Cabinets have coat of urethane on them, but need two more, sanded and then final coat...so close I can almost taste it- or maybe that's smell it! =-P Anywho, items currently in the works:

• new deck (as we speak! =))
• starting seeds for garden
• spring cleaning/organizing
• and I'm sure there's something else I can find to do!

It's such a glorious day! Enjoy everyone!

Ahh...To Be Dust Free!

Nothing like the feeling of "spring cleaning"! Dove knee deep into Little D's room...=O It was a disaster of epic proportions that I've been putting off for a while. Next on the agenda Little Man's room...it's not much better! They clean their rooms themselves, but this is a cleaning that only a desperate mother can accomplish! =) From there it's the master bedroom/bath.

During this time I've also been attempting to bring some sort of order back to the kitchen....I stress the word "attempting"! The cabinets are one step closer to being complete. They've been stained and now it's time for the polyurethane, but since hubby is working (not complaining for sure! =D) they will have to wait until he has some free time.

Until next time...

Shalom!

Getting Back on the Wagon

Well, it's time to kick it back in gear! Been off the wagon since Christmas time and having a hard time getting back in my groove, but the time has come! I think I've gained a little back but not all- Thank goodness!!! Wanted to walk today but it didn't work out on several levels.

On the upside- taxes are done! WooHOO!! We have lots of tasks on the list around here. T is still working on cabinets. It's a big job but it's coming along and we're nearing the finish line. =) Other tasks I see on the horizon (not necessarily in the order listed):

• painting my bedroom and bath
• new carpeting in main room
• repainting M's bedroom
• new deck in the back
• the garden
• new roof

and "yes", there is more if you can believe it! lol

Peace!

What a Glorious Day!

That the Lord hath made! I am rejoicing and glad in it! =D The sun is shinning, the birds are singing, kiddies are playing outside and I'm smiling. Been sick this last week with a nasty cold/cough but seem to be bouncing back from it. This weather is putting me in the mood for getting the garden ready. Not going to say much more- heading back outside! Enjoy!

Never a Dull Moment

Got lots happening around here. Of course the usual- homeschool!, cleaning, baking bread (a new passion!) and now T is working on the cabinets! WooHoo! He has been working on it in spurts, but decided to go all out since work is slow. Lord willing, very soon we'll have brand new looking cabinets! Can't wait!

Yes, I've gotten really into my bread baking again...was doing a lot of it a few years back and then stopped. I love fresh baked bread. So I'm in search of new recipes to try and I'm even thinking of posting a sign in the yard advertising! I think I need to do a little more baking before I do that though. Next on my list- pretzels! I've made them before and they were delish! Just haven't done it in a while.

Been doing crummy on the whole weight loss thing. Got out of my groove since Christmas and still trying to get back in it. I have to put my mind in a new mindset and get a goal in mind...which I already have really....

Upwards and Onwards!

New Background....

I have been forced to choose a new background. This will have to do for now. Oh well. lol