FOR TODAY, Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Outside my window... slightly overcast with a chance of rain today. Very humid, but temps are in the low 80s.
I am thinking... about my to-do list, which is never ending, and which I am grateful for!
I am thankful for... gracious family, friends and church family who have uplifted us in prayer. Thankful to be able to spend two weeks with my family (thankful that my husband, siblings and myself were all able to have off work).
From the kitchen... it's semi-clean, yay! A few leftovers for lunch, and some fresh tomatoes, green peppers and banana peppers from the garden.
I am wearing... khaki shorts, a maroon t-shirt and adidas sandals
I am creating... memories. My 12 year old niece, Allie, is staying with us this week. Matt loves the extra attention.
I am reading... the Bible, the pile of mail, and a few magazines
I am praying... for my mom, and for Matt who is teething
I am hoping... the good memories carry us through. The last few days (weeks) contained many precious memories, like when Matt would sit on my dad's bed with him, and dad, who wasn't talking much, would hold onto Matt's foot, and the usually wiggly Matt would sit still and watch, as if they were both savoring the moment.
Around the house... I had high hopes for accomplishing a lot while Allie is here to entertain Matt, and while I've been productive, I haven't crossed off nearly as many things as I'd like
One of my favorite things... family time, especially as I watch my nephew (15) and nieces (13 & 12) mature into young adults, and as I watch my brothers play with Matt
Pondering these words...singing "All you need is love" by the Beatles
A few plans for the rest of the week... my mom is coming to visit (to pick up Allie), so we're going to tackle the jungle (aka my flower beds), reuniting with my church family (it's been almost a month!), and plugging along one day at a time.
A picture thought I'm sharing... at the NJ shore a few years ago. My dad loved the beach!
A picture thought I'm sharing... at the NJ shore a few years ago. My dad loved the beach!
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1 comments:
I'm so sorry Amber on the homegoing of your dad. I'm thankful you were able to spend some precious time with family but how bittersweet. Much love and prayers for your family in the coming weeks & months. (((hugs)))
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