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I read SEVERAL blogs, usually at least once a week. SO many are so inspirational, informative and just exude energy. Oh how I wish I had that gift. I would LOVE to write about all things helpful. But, since I don't get out much, that's not happening! Hmmm..... I really want to inspire you all. Let me know how I can. I will start! Hope everyone has a blessed evening!

My Husband! OK, that's all I wanted to say! *grins*

OK, so I have once again decided to try to quit smoking. All I can say is PLEASE pray for me!

I forgot to mention, I was on Kelli’s Blog. She had a nifty corner banner, like my new'un, um --> way and ^^^^. :D If you click on it, you can get your own! I don't have much to say today. I'm so tired. I have MANY blessings to share today but am just too pooped to do it. Hope everyone has a BLESSED day!

Found out last night that Keenan does NOT like thunder-storms. Broke my heart. But on an upside I got cuddles from him that I haven't gotten since he was a teeny baby! It was utterly sweet how he clung to me with that newborn innocence. How he trusted me to keep him safe and the look in his eyes.Here are a couple of pics of him, stuck to my bosom. Sweet baby......

1- DH, who I miss more and more..... 2- The kids, outside, collecting bugs as we speak. Who are ticklish and who were overjoyed at how to learn to butcher (using a book of course) yet are compassionate enough to frown when explained to about veal. 3- The joy of love, especially that of Christ 4- The power of forgiveness, especially that of our Father 5- The love of friends 6- Food, shelter, clean drinking water 7- Hot wheels cars..... Goodness I LOVE these things! hehe 8- Fresh-baked bread 9- Bug-catching kits 10- Hugs and kisses! XOXO

You Are an Espresso At your best, you are: straight shooting, ambitious, and energetic At your worst, you are: anxious and high strung You drink coffee when: anytime you're not sleeping Your caffeine addiction level: high What Kind of Coffee Are You?

Considering I feel like poo. I got the blinds all down and bleached them, got the curtains all down, washed and put back up, with the exception of the dining area ones. I have some green and white checked valances I'd like to put up there, but can't find them right now. I might have packed them away in storage. Oh well, if that's the case, I'll just make some new ones! I did a few loads of laundry and washed the insides of most of the windows. I baked 3 loaves of sourdough bread. I started out feeling great (was yuck-yuck yesterday) and then this afternoon went downhill again. But as promised, I have 10 blessings for the day! 1- My wonderful DH, who may get on my nerves sometimes, but has been off for 4 days, made dinner for him and the kids, helped with laundry, took some of the curtains down and did a few other odds 'n' ends today. He goes back to work tomorrow . 2- Healthy kids, my pride and joy, my meaning for life. And yes, even they get on my nerves a bit...

I hope everyone has a Blessed Easter. Remember the reason for the season!

In my comments today: Cindy said... I found your blog a few weeks ago and found this recipe. We eat mainly homemade bread and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I've made this bread twice now and we have really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing this great recipe. ~Kayla~ said... Thank you so much! I love the stuff and if I had more time, I'd make it more often. Be sure to click on my profile and check out the "In the kitchen w/ Ao5" blog. LOTS of recipes there. Am aiming for 1 a day, M-F. As a matter of fact, I just added a recipe index image link to the sidebar for easier navigation. I LOVE when you hear great things that you've been able to pass on. My friend Candy is making it tonite with their dinner. I was so anxious to hear what someone else thought! And thought Candy'd be the one. THNX Cindy! Hope it earns a red heart next to like we've done! It's definitely one of our family's faves! ETA- this was in reference to the Oatmeal Wheat...

OK, LOTS of bleach to spare and boy, are my sinuses letting me know it! I have so far managed to get the master tub (with shower doors) scrubbed & bleached. I mean serious detailed it! Took down the plants in that bathroom and gave them a good shower. They are green again, LOL. The coffee pot has been bleached, clutter has been thrown away, laundry is a'goin', and a few other little odds n ends. I think I'll be taking some IB for this headache that wants to arrive (ya gotta love clorox-headaches!).

I have the in-laws coming in Friday for the night! So time to buck up and get the house in order! It's a wreck from Spring cleaning and all the other stuff going on. Today I made granola and 3 batches of Miss Maggie's Oatmeal muffins. 1 batch plain, 1 with cinnamon and 1 with brown sugar and cinnamon. I figure this'll be quick and easy brek and snax for the next 4 days whilst I get the house done. Scrubbed the boys' tub and made 1 batch each of the following: HM yoohoo, recon'd dry milk, HM orange gatorade, HM Lime gatorade, grape juice, kool-aid & sugar-free pink lemonade. I've also emptied my compost collection jars inside and emptied the shredder into the compost bin as well. Laundry is going and the bed is made. Seems like no matter how much laundry I've been doing lately (and I've been doing A LOT!) I can't catch up this go-round. *sigh* I also pulled some stuff uot of one of the closets to get to the back part where we're storing some t...

Click title for link! The Five Love Languages My primary love languages are probably Physical Touch and Quality Time . Complete set of results Physical Touch: 10 Quality Time: 10 Words of Affirmation: 7 Acts of Service: 3 Receiving Gifts: 0 Information Unhappiness in relationships, according to Dr. Gary Chapman, is often due to the fact that we speak different love languages. Sometimes we don't understand our partner's requirements, or even our own. We all have a "love tank" that needs to be filled in order for us to express love to others, but there are different means by which our tank can be filled, and there are different ways that we can express love to others. Take the quiz

In detail the pic includes: 3- 13.5oz boxes Eggo cereal (these have more coups on the box! *giggles* 1- Clorox clean-up spray 2- Clorox wipes 5- Simple Green spray 1- bottle Pine-sol 6- cans tuna 2- baking powder 2- Clorox bleach 1- DG brand "listerine" 4- greeting cards Definitely not my best by far but there were a few things we needed that I didn't have coupons for. I'm happy with it, so that's all that matters! LOL

You Are a Carnation You are down to earth and grounded. You tend to be more traditional than trendy.Your confidence gets you through anything.People trust you and are very loyal to you. What Flower Are You?

I was reading on another site about the new style of shorts . They are just above and just below the knees. Now I know I should be harping on the importance of dresses and skirts, but the fact of the matter is I can NOT get some high billion number of people to wear dresses and skirts. Heck, I can't even say I'm faithful in that dept. BUT since the majority of that same high billion number of people wear skivvies out in public, I rest on praising the Lord that there are less pudge and privates showing clothes available now. May this be the start of a LONG trend! On another note, if you click on my profile, you'll see I added a new blog to my collection. This is where I plan on sharing my MANY recipes found and yet to find. Of course, you're more than welcome to share yours! I'm ALWAYS on the lookout! I'll be adding the ones I've posted here to the Ao5Kitchen blog for convenience in finding! Onto my 10 today: 1- DH who is currently on his way home- YAY! 2- T...