Daybook -- First Day of School Edition

FOR TODAY August 31, 2009
Outside my window...
Right now, it is dark. This is the evening edition of my "daybook":) It was a lovely sunny day with temps in the 70's to low 80's...perfect, in my book!
I am thinking...
about my friends who are undergoing medical issues, and another friend who is leaving the area for good:(

I am thankful for...
my faith, my family, life itself

From the learning rooms...
It was our first day of school!! We hit some glitches (Teaching Textbooks needed to be reinstalled) but had a decent day. I am realizing that I need to capitalize on my sons' enthusiasm and make the first day of school something special each year...either with paper cones (from Cay?), a special breakfast or lunch, or a fun activity. After 15 years at this homeschooling gig, I still have my own lessons to learn!!

From the kitchen...
It was grilled chicken, broccoli and garlic and olive oil noodles for dinner. Tomorrow night will be quick and easy since we have a soccer game to attend! (Fierce rivalry...should be a good one!)

I am creating...
stronger muscles through my new exercise program appropriately named, "Clearing the land for our new house." Catchy title, doncha think?

I am going...
To bed really soon. I'm tired!

I am reading...
Lord of the Rings with my high schooler, You Can Become a Saint with my high schooler and not much else!

I am hoping...
To get the boys' room cleaned and packed...soon, very soon

I am hearing...
gentle snoring coming from the boys' room and not-so-gentle snoring coming from my room!

Around the house...
Boxes...lots!

A few plans for the rest of the week:
Two soccer games, more tree cutting, more schooling, insurance meeting

Here is picture thought I am sharing...
Finally, a picture of the whole family including hubby and me.
Some friends have been asking for it...you know who you are!

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