My Simple Woman's Daybook - June 6

Outside my window...

 It's HOT and the pool is beckoning yet again today.  

I am thinking...

That the homes pictured in Southern Living Magazine don't look like they serve as classroom, playground, and haven 24/7 like mine does.  

I am thankful for...

....the many opportunities I'll have this summer to love some difficult-to-love people.

Towards an education...

"Mom, there aren't that many presidents who had good character."
Yep, Sweetie, you got that right.

From the kitchen...

Olivia has nearly mastered a copycat version of Starbuck's Frappaccinos.  My blender is getting a lot of use on these hot June afternoons.

I am wearing...

cotton

I am creating...

Lesson plans and curriculum ideas for next year.  We'll return to the Ancient Civilizations and we'll also have a high schooler!

On my iPod...

Keep Changing the World by Mikeschair

I am reading...

Imitation of Christ and am finding myself SO challenged by it.

I am hoping...

For a quieter week.


I am praying...


For a sweet friend with a bad back.  :(

I am hearing...

Girls trading Silly Bandz.  I'm sure someone somewhere is making a small (or not so small) fortune off these colorful rubber bands!

Around the house...

I conquered laundry mountain (Mr. Neverest) yesterday and that feels good.  

One of my favorite things...

Summer evenings with dinner by the pool.  

A few plans for the rest of the week...

  A homeschool convention and time alone with my honey.  Yep, I said alone.  Brayden was officially weaned last week.  It's very bittersweet indeed.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

I'm glad to see my old prom dresses are good for......ahem........cartwheels!