TODAY
Out my window: Chilly. Sunrise. Love this time of day.
Clothing myself in: Pink sweats that are worn thin and a red sweatshirt, equally (if not more) worn. I really should care more...
Around the house: Hmmmmm, uneventful-ish I suppose. I was in charge of a Respect Life event at our parish that had to be cancelled (presenter had a medical condition and was unable to travel) so I've had DVDs and brochures and stuff I've been trying to get to people.
I think I finally have all the kids' summer clothing out of the closets, AND packed away and organized. Winter wardrobes are pretty much set, although I think Gemma needs a few more shirts and it is a pipe-dream to think Clem will fit into what he's wearing now all winter... AHHH clothing, it really just never ends.
I think I finally have all the kids' summer clothing out of the closets, AND packed away and organized. Winter wardrobes are pretty much set, although I think Gemma needs a few more shirts and it is a pipe-dream to think Clem will fit into what he's wearing now all winter... AHHH clothing, it really just never ends.
The baby: I put him in a pair of sleep-sack jammies that Gemma wore as a baby (yellow duckies, they were gender neutral). He was very snuggly. (Switching gears.) I love how he smacks his lips when he is hungry, it's just like he is talking to me, and he knows I will listen to him. Sooooo sweet! Speaking of the little guy, Aaron just brought him out to me...guess our bed got lonely.
The kiddos: They played together really nicely this week (for the most part). I am always grateful when this happens, it makes me so glad that they have each other. On Thursday they had dental appointments (all was well, it was Kolbe's first check!) They were verrrrrry excited about the prizes they got to pick and bring home.
In the kitchen: Meatloaf; Quesadillas; Baked Salmon with steamed veggies and some sort of grain (seriously, one of my fave meals); my hubby's homemade chicken noodles; making this fabulous Black Bean Quinoa Salad to take to a family dinner.
Crafting: Ergh. Maybe I should just remove this category, since I added several of my own. I craft in spurts. This is apparently a dry period...
Learning: Gemma had her first Catechesis of the Good Shepherd class this past week. I really can't say enough wonderful things about this program. And Gemma, oh my, she just radiated joy after her first class. Seriously, I've really never seen her quite like that. When asked about it by her grandmas, she told them, "it was perfect". Wow. Thank you Jesus.
We took a "leaf walk" yesterday, and the kids did some crayon rubbings when we got back. Well, Gemma did. I think Kolbe tore the paper off a crayon (his latest favorite activity) and scribbled a bit. I hope we can do another walk in a week or two and get some prettier leaves, we have definitely not hit peak here yet.
Reading: (thought I'd add this one)... Mary and Me, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms, Little House on the Prairie (with the kids)
Bringing me joy: Beautiful Fall weather and time spent outdoors. A fresh haircut (about 2.5 inches). A nice family photo (see below). Kids who play nicely together. Time with family, immediate and extended. A beautiful new nephew and his mama who is doing such a good job with him! A new battery for the laptop (seriously, absurdly pleased about this, and a bit annoyed that the old one only lasted 2yrs and change...)
Thinking about: How our mornings are going to change soooooooo much next year when Gemma is in school. Currently the kids get up around 8. We do fine getting to Mass by 9 on Sundays, but we skip a few things and I really have to "crack the whip" so-to-speak. As it is, most mornings (since we typically don't have anywhere to go) we have a set routine but we are pretty leisurely with it. That is all going to change. A lot.
Gemma in her pigtails (new for her) ready for her first night of Catechesis. I think she was a bit nervous, hence the contrived, overly cheesy smile.
Kolbe put his shoes on all by himself for the first time and was quite proud.
Sleepy Clem. There is something soooo cute about sleeping children, it just makes me want to take pictures of them. Aaron says when I look at the (big) kids when they are sleeping it helps me like them again. ;-D
Family photo from our trip a few weekends ago. This one just may end up in the Christmas cards. We'll see what we end up with in the meantime.
