Haven't Felt Like Writing

 In my life this week…there hasn't been a whole lot going on around here. We spent a nice week at home. We went to the laundry mat on Tuesday. It brought back a lot of memories of going there with my mom. Since it was snowing and we were also the only ones there. It was very peaceful. We got all of our week's laundry done in one and a half hours. We are trying an experiment to see if we can get our energy bill down some.

 In our homeschool this week… We have home schooled every day but Thursday. Instead of traditional homeschooling on Thursday we spent time playing games and enjoying one another. We did home school at the laundry mat on Tuesday.  It was fun to be somewhere different than home to home school.

 Helpful homeschooling tips or advice to share… Don't feel bad about not always doing regular home school. Your kids can learn through games and other activities. A lot of times moms need a break and so do kids.

 Places we’re going and people we’re seeing… We went to a friend's house today. David is laying down laminate flooring for them. It helped Brendan to learn something new. It was nice to just sit and visit with friends.

 My favorite thing this week was… the great sewing machine that I scored on Craigslist. Thank goodness for a husband who is very handy with tools. I got a 500 dollar machine for 50 dollars. It is not brand new. But it is newer than my other machine. I wouldn't give up either of these machines. They both have a lot of good points. 

Questions/thoughts I have… I have started a new Bible study at church called "The Three Chairs". It really has made me start thinking what kind of Christian I am.

 Things I’m working on… I am working on a couple of dish towels for my Mom's birthday. I have finished embroidering them. Now I am tatting an edging for the second towel. 

 I am reading.... The Duck Commander book. It has been a great book. Duck Dynasty is one of our favorite shows.

 I’m praying for… the new Spanish ministry at our church, a job for David and my son Micah. 

His Eye is on the Sparrow

In my life this week… we have been busy trying to put a metal roof on our house. We also went to Habitat for Humanity resale store. We were able to get some doors for the house and some french doors. If you haven't been there it is a great place to get home repair items.

 In our homeschool this week…since we have been so busy with the roof I have been letting Brendan learn some building skills. One day he will have his own house and this will be a great skill for him. He is also getting to spend some much needed time with his dad. Maggie and I have continued homeschooling. She finally has started her third level in math. This puts her only one year behind in math. She is so proud of herself. 

Helpful homeschooling tips or advice to share… if your child has the opportunity to learn a new skill let him or her do this in place of school. Who says school only has to be done with books?  

Places we’re going and people we’re seeing… we haven't really gone anywhere new. I did have bronchitis and the flu really bad. I have never been so sick in my life. I just felt like dying. It was awful. 

 My favorite thing this week was… I finally got a serger. After being without one for  almost a year and a half, I finally will be able to start sewing again. I think all things a person sews should look as good on the inside as the outside.  

Things I’m working on… I have been working on tatting a doll hat. I bought a  really nice doll from the Goodwill. But she didn't have a bonnet. So I am making her one.  

I’m reading… the ultimate serger guide. I need to go over some serger techniques. 

 I’m praying for…my son Micah. He is really straying far from the Lord and his family. I am also praying for the new Spanish ministry starting at church. This is such a huge need. 

A photo, video, link, or quote to share… This song has run through my head today. With so many trials going on in our lives right now I need this song.