1. Bible Study/Devotions: I’ll be starting up Beth Moore’s “To Live is Christ” book this week. I plan on reading at least a chapter a day. 2. Must Do Items: Finish cleaning up kitchen for Organizing Challenge Purchase new vacuum belt Go to dmv (yuck!) 3. Zone: Munchkin room organization 4. Train Them Up: We’ll be working on a Christmas lapbook. We’ll be using The Adventure of Christmas by Lisa Whelchel and Just 25 Days ‘Til Christmas by Rebecca Hayford Bauer for advent ideas. 5. Menu Planning: Mac ‘n Cheese Tacos Pasta Bake Loaded Baked Potatoes Salads Soup Spaghetti
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Tackle It Tuesday
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It’s hard to believe that it’s already Tuesday again. I have a nice list of things to do today, so we’re off to the races… 1. Take D’s packages to the post office 2. Do the laundry 3. Get Munchkin’s Math done for the day 4. Work on Thanksgiving lapbook 5. Watch Thanksging dvds about Pilgrims 6. Sweep floor in kitchen 7. Wipe down countertops & put away any stray items 8. Do last minute checklist to make sure I have supplies for Thanksgiving dinner
Tackle It Tuesday
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It’s time for Tackle It Tuesday. I really don’t feel like I’m getting much accomplished around the house these days with Munchkin under the weather. So, today, my goal is to just get the stove and counter tops cleaned up and clear the clutter from the table. I’m trying to get as much done as possible each day because I know that I’ll probably be the next to fall ill. You all know how it seems to go from one family member to the next. Maybe, I’ll scrape by and not get sick, but at least I’ll have the house…
30 Organizational Challenge
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Organizing Junkie is hosting her fall 30 Day Organizational Challenge, and I’m jumping on board. The challenge actually started on Nov 1st, so I’m running a little behind. I need the extra motivation right about now, so here I go… The room that I’m doing for the challenge is the Kitchen/Dining Room area. When D was home, it became a catch-all plus we purchased some new appliances right before he left. This really left the room in quite a state of chaos. Add to that the fact that I still haven’t found a place for everything… Well, you end up…
Blogger Friend School Assignment #7
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Yummy! I love pumpkin pies, pumpkin roll, and pumpkin whoopie pies… I also really enjoy carving pumpkins even though we weren’t able to do it this year. Unfortunately, not gutting the pumpkins means that we didn’t get to roast pumpkins seeds. But, I still have some yummy recipes to share. Enjoy!!Libby’s Pumpkin Roll Delicious and easy to make. Prep: 45 min – Cook: 15 min – Cool: 60 min CAKE:1/4 cup powdered sugar (to sprinkle on towel)3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1 cup granulated sugar2/3 cup…