I purged so much stuff over the weekend and I have more to go. Sadly, I got rid of my treadmill. It takes up a lot of space and the reality is that even though I'm losing weight and a treadmill could help, I am just not physically able to use one. It felt a … Continue reading Preparing to Move
Month: April 2024
My Daughter Will Not Be Allowed to Have Social Media
Until A is 18, she cannot have any facebook/Instagram/tiktok (we are raising her to know better than to download a propaganda machine from the CCP)/Snapchat etc. I like social media for staying connected. It has its uses and can be entertaining for a while. But it has a devastating impact on developing minds. I can't … Continue reading My Daughter Will Not Be Allowed to Have Social Media
20 Self Care Ideas
1. Take a hot bath. 2. Go outside and look at the stars. 3. Read a book 4. Listen to music 5. Create something. Art is therapeutic 6. Call a friend. Or text. But it can be especially nice to hear a voice. 7. Exercise 8. Study Scripture 9. Pray 10. Get your nails done … Continue reading 20 Self Care Ideas
Sick Day
I have been throwing up a lot since I woke up today. I feel sweaty and weak and tired. At this point I'm just hoping I can keep my medicine down tonight. Yesterday we went to a restaurant we won't have around any more when we move. We grabbed ice cream too. This coming week … Continue reading Sick Day
New Digital Planner!
I have been searching for a useful all-in-one planner system that will account for all my homeschooling needs next year, as well as let me track household goals and creative goals. I wanted something colorful and bright. I ended up on Etsy, where I saw digital planners compatible with the Android app, Penly. They had … Continue reading New Digital Planner!
Wedding!
Last weekend my husband and I went to the wedding of a close friend of his. The church was lovely. The bride's dress was lovely. The crab cakes were good. All in all, we had a great time However, I embarrassed myself during the reception. I hurt my arm muscle/shoulder joint, and I yelled out … Continue reading Wedding!
Housework Inspiration
Today is my first day back to regular life. I have been cleaning, caring for the dogs, and doing laundry. Soon I have to take the car to the dealership because of an oil leak. I'm hoping the repair won't be expensive I would like to paint, read, and write, but the house must get … Continue reading Housework Inspiration
I Feel Fragile
In the fictionalized biography of Elizabeth Winthrope titled "The Winthrope Woman," Elizabeth is speaking with her sister, Martha. Her sister tells her that she (Martha) is "cobweb that tears at a touch." I feel that way sometimes. It feels like I break so easily. I cried earlier today because of an upcoming move. I'm in … Continue reading I Feel Fragile
So many
What job would you do for free? 1. Run an animal shelter. I long to volunteer at one, and I plan to when I live near enough to one. I'd love to run a small rescue out of my future forever home. I also plan to rescue two rescue donkeys when we get some land. … Continue reading So many
Submission and the wheelchair
Quick thought. When I told my husband how safe I feel when he pushes me in my wheelchair, he said it makes sense because I submit. You have to submit when someone else is pushing your wheelchair. Following my husband's lead and listening to him has in many ways become second nature to me. I … Continue reading Submission and the wheelchair
Life at Home 