The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord Daybook

Outside My Window
there is a fresh coat of snow. We've had snow on Friday morning and then again Saturday morning.

I am Listening
to quiet.

I am so Grateful for
an officially completed remodeled bathroom. The upstairs bathroom was gutted out and new wallboard, tub, toilet, floor, sink and cabinets were put in. It took three years of working on it when we had time on vacations and the summer. Spring, fall and winter we were too busy with the girls' weekend activities. Taking this long also helped us to get what we wanted without being in debt.

I'm Reflecting on
Rejoice in hope, endure in affliction, persevere in prayer. Romans 12:12

I am Reading
Master Your Metabolism by Jillian Michaels. Lots of interesting things in there about natural foods and processed foods.

I am Thinking
how short life is and how important we do things that bring us joy.

I am Creating
organized space in the basement, still. I spent this past week going through the Christmas things. I plan to go through on shelf at a time for the next few weeks and sort through everything.

Education
We're working on Mm and starting to write letters. Lots of questions are being asked about how to spell words.

Rhythm and Beauty
We're soaking in the peace and calm that snow brings to our home. Yes, inside, it can get loud with the running and laughing but we are all home together. That togetherness brings its own sort of peace and calm.

I am Wearing
jeans with a white buttoned down shirt and navy blue sweater.

To Live the Liturgy
I've been slacking again with the Liturgy of the Hours. I let my Advent reading trump the Hours. Not so good.

I am Inspired
by those who give of themselves in spite of being in harm's way. They are my heroes.

I am Hoping and Praying
for continued good health.
those who are facing lay offs.
for those missing loved ones right now.
for those who are sick with the flu and other winter illnesses.

Around the House
I've been working hard at keeping up with the house since Christmas. I'm finding that putting things away when we're done is half the battle.

From the Kitchen
I still have to do menu planning this week. I should just do one for the month. I really do drag my feet on this. Today the Eagles and Packers play in the first round of playoffs. We'll watch the game and eat stadium food and some veg. and dip for dinner.

One of My Favorite Things
I'm always calling Clare by her sister's name when it's just the two of us. I was apologizing about that. Clare replied, "It's ok, Mom. We all have lots of names."

A Few Plans for the Rest of the Week
I have to finish working on my game plan for this year. I'm looking at goals for health, home, hobbies, spirituality, and family life.