September 2019 ~ Goals Update

I know I just posted my September Goals last week (a bit late) but I wanted to let you know how I did.

~ Have a Daily Devotion Time

For the most part this has been a success.  I started using a daily devotional journal from Janice Thompson called "From God's Word to a Woman's Heart" and have been enjoying it.  It is just the right length each day to fit my schedule but still feel like I've done a devotional time.  I would like to add in more Scripture reading each day and will be working on that.

~ Lose 8.4 lbs for the 3% Challenge

I don't want to call this a fail because I did lose 6.4 lbs in September.  BUT... I didn't hit my goal of 8.4 lbs.  2 lbs short :(  Onto October's 3% Challenge!

~ Celebrate our 19th Anniversary

We celebrated our 19th Anniversary with a date!  Just the two of us!  We went to Applebee's and had a very nice time together :)

~ Finish Brian and Rachel's Wedding Afghan

I didn't get Brian and Rachel's Wedding Afghan done in time for the actual Wedding on September 7th, so I set my goal to get it finished by the time they got back from their Honeymoon.  Success!  I finished it up while they were still away and had it ready to give them when they got back.  I was so anxious to give it to them that I forgot to get a picture of the finished afghan!  I'll have to have Rachel take a picture for me so that I can document it.

~ Finish Layna Bee's Baby Blanket

I finally finished Layna Bee's Blanket!  She's already 3 months old so I'm just a bit behind.  I used the Beautiful Shells pattern and think it turned out lovely!

 

~ Make an appt for an Eye Exam and get new contacts

Done.  Pretty straightforward :)  In fact, my eyes didn't change very much at all this year and I've stayed with the same prescription in both contacts and glasses.

~ Start growing hair out

I have a pretty short pixie-ish cut but want to grow my hair out to at least the length of this picture.  I met with our new stylist, Corinne, and told her what I wanted to do.  I got the tiniest bit of trim on the back of my hair with a plan to grow it out.  I'm exited to get some length to the sides so I can start wearing it curly again.

~ Get a new Planner

I wanted to get a new planner because (as much as I can't believe it)  I've started making appointments for the year 2020 and wanted to be able to keep track of everything.  I found this planner at Wal-Mart and absolutely love it!  It has a prayer and Bible verse each week that I really enjoy and it was only around $8.00!

Overall, I'm pleased with my progress this month.  I'll be posting my October goals tomorrow, so stay tuned :)


Colletta

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 7/15/19

 

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This was truly the first week that I've actually had what felt like Summer Vacation.  We've been so busy!  But, before you know it, it will be time to start back-to-school shopping...

In other news, Kaylee will be going to take her Driver's Test Friday.  We've been practicing and I think she's ready!  If you could, please say a prayer that she passes.
 

The weather outside is::::

VERY HOT and muggy here in Southern Pennsylvania.  Our AC has been running non-stop.  Too many more days like this with no relief and I'll be longing for FALL!
 



 

On my breakfast plate:

Slim Fast Shake

As I look around the house::::

Laundry and dishes are done.  I still have some blankets to wash from our camping trip.  I'm hoping to get all caught up with them this week.

Our riding mower went caput :(  The motor is done for :(  So, we've been push mowing the past two week's until it is decided what to do next.  Buy a new motor or push mow the rest of the summer.  Yikes!

On today's to do list::::

Devotions
Exercise
Groceries
Laken's Volleyball Camp

 

Happening this week::::

 

Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Devotions, exercise, Laundry, Bedding, Laken's Volleyball Camp
Wednesday... Devotions, exercise, Schedule, Bedding, Prayer Meeting
Thursday... Devotions, Exercise, Laken's Laundry, Clean
Friday...  Devotions, Exercise, Kaylee's Driver's Test @ 1pm
Saturday...  Devotions, Exercise, Brunch with the Bride (Rachel), Family Time
Sunday...  Church, Devotions, Exercise

Currently reading::::

 

 

Last week I posted my review for 'The Pursuit of Lucy Banning by Olivia Newport.  You can read my review HERE!

 

 

 

 

I finished "The Austen Escape" by Katherine Reay and loved it!  The review will be posted tomorrow.

  

 

 I also finished "The Dilemma of Charlotte Farrow" by Olivia Newport and will be posting the review at a later date.

 

 

 

Up next, is "Fatal Escape" by Susan Sleeman.  I haven't started it yet but can't wait to dig in :)

 

 

 

 On the TV::::

Baseball's Homerun Derby

Hallmark Movies

AGT

Listening to:

Sirius XM The Message
Sirius XM The Highway
KLOVE
 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Fish, Corn-on-the-Cob
Tuesday - Ham, Fried Potatoes
Wednesday - Spaghetti, Garlic Bread
Thursday - Beef Stew, Biscuits
Friday - Baked Chicken, Stuffing Balls
Saturday - Grilled Cheese, Soup
Sunday - Potluck at Church

What I am creating at the moment::::

 

Well, Layna Bee made her appearance on 7/11.  However, I'm still on the same row of the baby blanket as I was last week.  My shoulder has been aching so I ended up giving it a break this week.  Hopefully, I'll be done by next week's update! 

 

 

 

Picture From the Camera

 

Devotion/Inspiration

 

 

Colletta

P.S.  I hope you can come by and visit my ETSY SHOP!

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 7/8/19

 

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Vacation was fun and camping was a success :)

 

The weather outside is::::

Very hot and humid with some scattered thunderstorms.
 



 

On my breakfast plate:

Slim Fast Shake

As I look around the house::::

Lots of catching up to do after being away from home for a few days.  Lots of laundry to wash as well as blankets and bedding from our camping trip.

On today's to do list::::

Devotions
Exercise
Groceries

 

Happening this week::::

 

Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Devotions, exercise, Schedule, Ladies Meeting
Wednesday... Devotions, exercise, laundry, Prayer Meeting
Thursday... Devotions, Exercise, Bills, PO, Bank
Friday...  Devotions, Exercise, Floors, Family Night
Saturday...  Devotions, Exercise, Laundry, Cleaning
Sunday...  Church, Devotions, Exercise

Currently reading::::

 

 

Last week I posted my review for "Vendetta" by Lisa Harris.  You can read the review HERE.

 

 

I finished "Pursuit of Lucy Banning" by Olivia Newport.  The review will be posted tomorrow.

 

 

Right now I'm about 3/4 of the way through "The Austen Escape" by Katherine Reay and I'm loving it!

 

 

 

 On the TV::::

The Meg (Loved it!)

Reef Break
Blood and Treasure
Pirates Baseball

Listening to:

Sirius XM The Message
Sirius XM The Highway
KLOVE
 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Chicken, Butter Noodles
Tuesday - Sloppy Joes, Mac-n-Cheese
Wednesday - Pork Chops, Rice
Thursday - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes
Friday - Ham Pot Pie
Saturday - Grilled Cheese, Soup
Sunday - Potluck at Church

What I am creating at the moment::::

 

Audrayana's baby, Layna Bee, still hasn't made an appearance.  She has a dr's appt. today and will probably be induced.  I'm so close to being finished with Layna Bee's Blanket.  I only have 5 1/2 more rows to go!

 

 

 

Picture From the Camera

 

Devotion/Inspiration

 

 

Colletta

P.S.  I hope you can come by and visit my ETSY SHOP!

Happy Homemaker Monday ~ 7/1/19

 

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HAPPY JULY!!!
 

The hubby is on vacation this week!  yoohoo!!!  I'm going to try to schedule out some posts so that I don't miss any days on the blog as we'll be tent camping for a few days.  I'm so excited!

 

The weather outside is::::

HOT!!!

At least hotter than it has been lately.  We've also had a few storms pop up here and there.
 



 

On my breakfast plate:

Granola Bar

As I look around the house::::

Laundry and clean-up before heading out camping needs to get done.

On today's to do list::::

Devotions
Exercise
Groceries
Possibly a Movie
 

Happening this week::::

 

Monday.... See above.
Tuesday...  Devotions, exercise, Schedule
Wednesday... Devotions, exercise, laundry, packing
Thursday... Devotions, Exercise, CAMPING!
Friday...  Devotions, Exercise, CAMPING!
Saturday...  Devotions, Exercise, CAMPING!
Sunday...  Church, Devotions, Exercise

Currently reading::::

 

I finished a Lasting Impression by Tamera Alexander.  You can read my review HERE.

 

 

I also flew through Vendetta by Lisa Harris.  That review should post tomorrow :)

 

 

I'm currently reading The Pursuit of Lucy Banning by Olivia Newport but am almost finished and am making good headway on my "10 Books of Summer"!

 

 

 

 

 On the TV::::

AGT
Songland
Pirates Baseball

Listening to:

Sirius XM The Message
Sirius XM The Highway
KLOVE
 
On the menu this week::::

Monday - Spaghetti w/ meatballs, garlic bread
Tuesday - Grilled Cheese and Soup
Wednesday - Chicken, Buttered Noodles
Thursday - Camping food
Friday -  Camping food
Saturday - Camping food
Sunday - Potluck at Church

What I am creating at the moment::::

 

Here's a sneak peak at the Baby Blanket I'm making for Audrayana's baby, Layna Bee.  She due any day now and I've been crocheting like a mad woman to try to get it done before she comes!  It is the "Beautiful Shells" pattern in White, Perfect Pink and Medium Thyme.  It reminds me of a pretty pink rose :)

 

 

 

Picture From the Camera

 

 Kaylee at College Orientation.

Devotion/Inspiration

 

 

Colletta

P.S.  I hope you can come by and visit my ETSY SHOP!