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Hello and Happy Monday!!!!!
On this first Monday of 2025, I want to take a minute to wish all my readers the very best of the New Year. I pray you all prosper and flourish each and every day :)
(If you'd like to read about some of my "goals" for the year, you can check out THIS POST )
Let's get this show on the road :)
The weather outside is:
Freezing and wintery! I don't like it :( I'm ready for Spring, but alas, I might as well settle in for the Pennsylvania Winter. Right now I'm sitting beside a little heater with a nice thick sweater on. I got a chill while at Church and now I'm just plain cold.
The forecast is calling for 8-12 inches of snow to fall between 10pm Sunday and 10pm Monday. We're right in the dark purple on this map. The hubby goes back to work tonight and I'm not thrilled thinking about him driving home in the morning in a mess of snow. Prayers for safety would be appreciated!
On today's to-do list:
I'm typing this on Sunday afternoon/evening (for reference). I'm supposed to work on Monday 10am-5pm. If the State shuts offices then I don't have to go in. If there is a "liberal leave" then I do have to try to go in because I'm considered "essential personnel". They are supposed to have even worse weather where I work, so I'm really hoping we're closed for the day. **UPDATE: my office is CLOSED!**
If I don't have to travel to work, I'll probably just have a nice relaxing snow day. I have a feeling Laken's school will be cancelled, so maybe we'll watch some shows, work on a puzzle or play games. **UPDATE: Laken now has a "virtual day" on Monday**
Happening this week:
A lot is going to depend on Monday. If I'm off Monday, I'll probably work on Tuesday to make up those hours. I also will be working on Wednesday and Friday (my normal days to work). Thursday will be spent on laundry, groceries, housework and anything else that needs my attention.
Currently reading:
"When the Day Comes" by Gabrielle Meyer is the book kicking off my 2025 reading list with. I have heard nothing but great reviews of the entire "Timeless" series and can't wait to immerse myself in this book.
Listening to:
I love this song by Cody Johnson and Carrie Underwood. I think the melody is so pretty. Enjoy!
Watching:
Other than football, we've been watching a show on Prime called "Cross". While I am enjoying the series, I don't know if I can fully recommend it on my blog. There is quite a bit of bad language and some inappropriate and unnecessary scenes. I wish there could be a good show that doesn't have the filth. If you know of any I should be watching, please let me know!
In the Kitchen:
We did make the apple dumplings for New Year's Dinner! They were delicious :)
Friday evening I made a Texas Sheet Cake. Also delicious!
In the Craft Basket:
I haven't worked on anything crafty since the last time I posted a HHM. I'm just not feeling inspired lately. I actually was contemplating embroidery as a crafty endeavor. I just can't decide what I want to get into... What are your crafty hobbies?
Picture(s) from the Camera
We took down all the Christmas decorations Saturday morning. I decided to get some Valentine's Day garland to decorate my bookshelf above my desk so that it wouldn't look bare. We stopped at the Dollar Tree and they had a good selection. I decided on this pink and white garland with shiny hearts. I got some extra garlands to put up at work as well as some Valentine gnomes to sit around.
Prayer Requests
~Winter traveling safety. Especially the hubby, Kaylee and Shawn as they travel for work Monday.
~I need to get into a good routine of work, home and self-care. I've been a bit scattered lately and need to find my self-discipline again. (continued)
~As always, prayers for the safety and well-being of all school/college kids. (continued)
~Our Country, our Leaders. (continued)
Bible Verse
"For You, O Lord, have made me glad by what You have done, I will sing for joy at the works of Your hands."
Psalm 92:4
Have a great week!
Colletta
