Today, I am surprisingly not showing any signs of injuries from last night’s handstand fest with my kids. They were completely amused. Apparently I haven’t done handstands for my kids before? I guess I can check that off my bucket list.
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Today, the little man tried eating breakfast at the bar like a big kid. Is is possible the beloved high chair will soon see its retirement from our kitchen?
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Today, I am all prepped and ready to scrapbook with Porter’s 2nd grade class for the first time. Photos are printed, cardstock pages are printed, pattern paper strips are cut. Check. If you are interested in doing this with your child and his/her class … be sure to grab the free download page templates HERE. All the information is there too.
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Today, I am nibbling on these mint brownies for a friend’s baby shower tonight. The top layer? Melted semi-sweet chocolate chips. Divine.
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Today, Silly Bandz are scattered, organized, displayed, and worn in our home. Evidence of what the kids are into these days.
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Today, I am taking my “note-to-self” seriously (from last week). I made a quick sign to put by the doorbell. I don’t need a delivery person interrupting the precious nap time anymore. We’ll see if it works. Want one too? Check out the Free Stuff page and download it for free.
PS – I just remembered my web-designer-brother Andrew came up with a clever little no-soliciting sign a while back that you may also enjoy. Click here.
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What about you? Name one thing that you are up to today.
I will choose someone at random to win a free 3-month subscription to e-Mealz. This is something new for our family lately (based on many of your recommendations) and we really like it so far. Several of you have asked which plan we’re trying. It’s the WalMart Low Carb plan.
I’ll announce a winner on Friday and also share a code for everyone else to get a discount.
Tags: 2nd graders, breakfast, chocolate chips, e-Mealz, giveaway, handstands, kitchen, personal yearbook, school, sign, silly bandz
I am working today but can’t wait to get home and create something. Just wanted to mention to you that you are probably safe with the handstand but I do not recommend the cartwheel! I was attempting to demonstrate one for my 8 year old last year and landed with my heel on my big toe and broke it! Not a fun thing but can definitely look back and laugh now. lol
Handstands…fun! I am doing the school project in my sons first grade class and my daughters 4th grade class. I am so lookign forward to it! Thanks for the inspiration!
Just signed up to try emealz after reading all the comments on meal planning.I’ve tried another similiar site but I can already tell e-mealz seems sooooo much more organized, efficient and I love that it primarily utilizes sale items in the meal plans!
I am taking advantage of one of our last cool days for a while and baking mini loaves of banana and zucchini breads to freeze for when we head back to school after Labor Day. I am also making a double batch of beef stroganoff and homemade mac and cheese to be frozen for quick meals on our hectic nights. With my husband and I both being teachers and our son starting kindergarten, this September is bound to be hectic!!
Today, I am working on laundry and getting ready for camping with friends this weekend….should be lots of fun memories!
Today ? Mmmmm… I worked out for an hour right after drop off my girls at school!!!
Have a wonderful day !!!
Karina
Today we have a play date with some neighbors that recently moved away. So excited to see them again!
I’m working too today but when I get home I am organizing pictures!!! I’m looking forward to it.
I am getting some much needed PTA work started. I have been at it for about and hour and am ready to put it aside for today. It will be here for me when I return to it again tomorrow. Off to run some errands for my family’s needs!
well, today was the second day of my first college class in 16 years! now i am a full-time mom, full-time employee and part-time college student! where and how am i going to find the time to do all this, plus the housework, homework and homework supervising? schedules to be adhered to and organization is all-important in my house right now! this e-mealz would help sooo much!
Sounds great!With 4 kids and a busy schedule,it sure would make things easier!Love your Babe is asleep sign,and of course your handstand too!
Today, I am mopping my tile floors, making them all fresh and new! squeaky clean floors make me
Kids get home early today, so I am excited to spend the afternoon with them. Have a great day!
brenda
The doorbell sign is perfect! Today I am watching my 5 year old son play Mario Kart on the Wii (just had his birthday yesterday) and playing with my 15 week old son. A beautiful, thankful day here.
TODAY…I am giving all my tomatoe plants (32 total) ‘haircuts’….to help them spend their ‘plant energy’ ripening the tomatoes and NOT growing new leaves and blooms.
Forgot to name what we were up to…just got back from the vet .We have befriended a stray who has blessed us with kittens.Took the kittens in for a checkup..all is well.My boys are doing a great job taking care of their pets!
Today it’s our Meet the Teacher day for my 3 boys who are so excited! I’m hoping to make the personal yearbooks in at least one of their classes. Thanks for sharing!
My grandma’s funeral was over the weekend. I feel like I’m just getting back to reality and now the week is almost over! Today I am busy “getting back on my head” as my mom calls it (highly appropriate considering your handstand yesterday, I think!). Realizing I have little time left in planning the SW Regional LDS Family Services/Families Supporting Adoption conference being held in Tempe in October. My hubby and I are the assistant co-chairs. Better stop reading blogs and get back to work trying to collect swag bag and giveaway donations, finalizing details, and securing presenters!
Today I am trying to get back into my classroom to prepare for a new year. I was pretty productive yesterday but am procrastinating the return today. I think shopping first on the way might begin to motivate me!
Taking my daughter and her friend to lunch on their 1/2 day of school.
Love your Handstand picture, very fun!!!
Well, today, I am trying to catch up on laundry. If I am able to finish all the housework. I would really like to try and get in my scrap room and organize it, so I could possibly try and use it.
Have a wonderful day,
Tina
After work I’m planning on weeding the garden (NOT fun when 7 months pregnant!) while my husband mows the yard.
Well today I am still recovering from spinal surgery and checking out my favorite websites that I haven’t gone to in a while.
Doing my Costco, grocery store and Target run with two kiddos in tow….wish me luck!
Denise Schulz
Monroe, WA
Today I’m enjoying the fact that the new school year has calmed down a bit at work.
Today…I am buying a new chest freezer so I can stock up on fresh fruits and good deals on meats etc (read Costco!!) and make meal planning and financing a little more effective
Today I am just hanging out with my 3 year old and 15 month old and waiting for the 5 and 6 year old to come home from their first full day of school. It is quiet without the older ones, but I am having some wonderful playtime with the little ones!
So wish that I could do a handstand again! I’m afraid I would seriously hurt myself. Today is my daughter’s first day of school, so in addition to missing her a little, I’m getting organized for the school year.
Today…we’ll be taking our children out for a back-to-school celebration. A movie and late lunch at Red Robin! yum.
I am getting my Sharing Time ready for Sunday. A task that has taken all week!
Today, my daughter and I are going to clean her room!
Becky
Newark, DE
Today I am doing some much needed cleaning and then to the park with the kiddos before we pick up the oldest from kindergarten!
Lynn in Marion OH
and I am trying to make sure I am at the school at pickup time instead of a bit late.
I am planning out how to make 4 of these. I love the idea and have 4 kids and want to do the 4 seasons, but not sure how to do winter without it just being the bare handprint. Anyone with suggestions? http://atsecondstreet.blogspot.com/2010/03/mod-podged-hand-trees.html
Well, I’m a working girl. Here’s the funny thing…there is an airshow this weekend at our local airport here in Broomfield, Colorado. The F-16′s are practicing and flying over our office building so close that I swear the pilot can read my computer screen! The walls rattle and my wall pictures get crooked as the fly over. So, picture me outside on the balcony trying to capture one of those amazing machines for my POTD!
Oh, and P.S. — Ali Edwards has a very similar photo of backyard antics on her blog. U R amazing moms!
Today is early release at school so I am baking carrot cake with cream cheese frosting for the kids as a treat when they get home…maybe it’ll be more of a treat for me than for them???
Today is payday…. so I’m paying bills. Thanks for another give-away!
today, we took daddy to work because his car is in the shop. stopped for bagels on the way and then had a breakfast picnic at the park. storytime and crafts and barnes and noble followed, then home for some weeding for mom and playtime in the yard for the boys. lunch, naps… then off to pick up daddy and mama has a photo shoot around dinnertime. Whew!
Hi Becky,
I am researching the American Girl hospital. My daughter’s birthday present, an American Girl doll, had an unfortunate accident while camping. I will be driving about an hour away to pick up my campers from their grandparents. My husband is returning from a business trip to Las Vegas today. Soccer practice tonight. Busy day! I am a second grade teacher and should be in the classroom again today but will have to wait until tomorrow to get more work done. I would love to try e-mealz! Thanks for sharing all your great ideas!
Christy
Today I just finished filling out and turning in all of the paperwork for our 3 year old to start at a daycare center. He has always been watched by friends which was such a blessing. Now it is time for a new season for us. Praying it will be a good experience for us both.
Working today. I am so thankful that 4 yrs ago I got a job at the school and can spend so much more time with my kids.
Today I am cleaning for company that are coming over tomorrow. Tomorrow, cleaning some more.
Troy, MI
Purging of my closets – feels great to donate!
Unfortunately my 10 year old daughter is home sick. She is so sad. Perfect attendance last year. Was trying for 2 years in a row. Just viewed proofs of freshman daughter’s cheer pictures, stopped at the grocery store, going to watch “Letters to God” with sick daughter, pick up son from first grade and then hopefully go watch freshmen daughter cheer at first high school freshman football game. Whew! I NEEEEEEED E-Mealz!!!!!
Today I am cleaning for tomorrow’s company.
Today I’m getting my oldest son ready for his Scout camp out this weekend.
Today I am handing out invitations to my co-worker’s bridal shower. She is marrying a Frenchman, so we are trying to give the shower a French twist. I found the perfect invitations in my box of notecards – they say “zee invitation” and have French words and pictures on them. I have owned them for 8 years (!) and finally have the perfect reason to use them!
Today I am also going to my first Jazzercise class. It’s my mom’s birthday, and she invited me to go with her, so I am going. I am half expecting it to be a mild workout, and half expecting to get my butt kicked.
Today is a day of cross country, homework and soccer. Our gourmet dinner for such a busy day? That would be scrambled eggs and toast (with fresh fruit, of course). Amidst the hecticness, I still remain so thankful for our children and that we get to share days like this with them.
Today I plan on working late so I can tie up all the loose ends so I can enjoy a 4 day weekend for my birthday. After I leave work I need to run to the grocery store, the gas station and then to Bath and Body Works for a bday present for me. We have had crap meals it seems for the last few weeks (cereal for dinner anyone?) that ezmeals sounds great. Need something to spell it all out for me! Now if it could cook and grocery shop too that would be awsome! Skye – Las Vegas
My daughter and I are going to the library today to return our weekly supply of books and pick up some more. We go every week and check out about 20 plus books to read during the week. She loves to be read to and I get bored reading the same books over and over.
Love the handstand photo. You and Ali Edwards have the same idea.
Today I’m washing cloth diapers for our 5-month-old’s cute tush!
Today I am making lists and shopping for a get together we are hosting on Saturday. I am hoping to scrapbook a little at that precious nap time. And we are going to meet my oldest DS’s teachers tonight.
Your “baby sleeping” sign is much cuter than mine was when my 2 yr old was a baby. The funny thing is, kids and younger people took notice and actualyl refrained from ringing the doorbell but adults – the UPS man AND my father-in-law (of all peopel!) – did not notice. Yup, my father-in-law woke her up one day and mama was not happy!
Today, I’m working then cleaning the house and selling more of my too-large-scrapbook-stash on eBay before a church meeting tonight. Phew, it’s a busy day!
Today I am becoming reaqcuanted with me. Today I dropped off 2 1/2 year old twins and a 1st grader at school and I have time. For me. But who am I after 2 1/2 years of no time? Can’t wait to find out!
Making my first-ever batch of homemade fondant for my daughter’s birthday cake. I’m excited to try to make her a fancy cake! We’ll see how it goes…
Today is my birthday! So….I ran 6.2 miles for the first time ever!! Last year on my birthday I made a goal to run three 5K races and one 10K race. I could not have done it without God, my awesome family and of course my ipod =)!
TODAY – I am checking my first born into high school for the first time! Happy and sad feelings! Somewhat like your highchair feelings I’m sure!
Holland, MI
Today, I am trying to figure out what to make for dinner tonight! I have 4 kids (ages 2, 3, 4 & 12). The 3 yr old is a picky eater and my husband eats low carb… makes for a nightly dinner challenge
These days, my daugther LOVES going on wagon rides with her daddy before bed. It is the highlight of my day to see her smiling and looking all around and enjoying being a sweet little 9 month old!
Wadesboro, NC
Today I am trying to avoid petting our new cat, so that my allergies can calm down. Also making sure my Porter takes his Benadryl so that people stop looking at him like he has a black eye!
Today I am trying reallllly hard to keep myself busy. My baby started Kindergarten this morning and my house is WAY too quiet. Keeping busy keeps me from crying so I’m off to do some laundry!
- April W
Today I am….studying. With a few breaks for some pretzel M&Ms and internet browsing.
Today I’m watching Little House on the Prairie while my 2 year old naps. Me time!
Jody in Commerce Twp., MI
Today I am determined to finish moving into and unpacking my craft room/office. My reward will be curling up at the end of the night reading the last 20 pages of “These Is My Words.”
Today I am listing a whole bunch of baby items on an online classifieds page. Like your beloved high chair, these items will be retired from our home.
Thanks for the signs. I defintely need them.
Today I am working, but wanting to go home and sew a couple more dresses for my daughter.
I used a similar sign for the doorbell – only I placed mine OVER the doorbell, so that the button couldn’t be seen. I found that many people don’t bother reading the signs.
Wow – e-Mealz could be great! I’m on Weight Watchers and that would help in my meal planning.
I am watching the kids at my friends daycare so she can go to her daughter’s middle school orientation, then I am picking up all the math work books for my daughters second grade class and ripping them from the books and colating them for the teacher (almost done with this process for last years teacher – who knew a simple thing could be so helpful) then tonight, taking my daughter out for a special night, dinner and then the Camp Rock 2 concert with tickets that we won..
Today I am dreaming of moving closer to family, and cleaning house, and laundry, etc etc etc….
Today I am brainstorming scrapping ideas…the projects keep coming, now if I had time to work them in!!
Today I am trying to get working on a project that I am trying to get done before my baby boy number four! arrives (I am due in 5 weeks) – but I have been early with all my others.
Anyway- I am working on some super hero capes for my older three boys ages 6, 4, and 2!
today I am making several batches of muffins to put in the freezer for quick breakfasts before school. Whole wheat banana chocolate chip is our favorite.
Student Prep Day for my son going into 8th grade. He’s not so sure about heading back just yet.
Today includes step class at the gym, play time w/ my son, babysitting some friends kids for the evening and some reading if I can fit it in. Would love ezmeals!
Today I am trying to arrange a special date night/anniversary rafting trip for my husband and I when our kids will be at their grandparents over the holiday weekend. It will be the first time in seven years that my husband and I will spend our anniversary alone with no family, no kids and no demands other than serious and much needed one on one time with each other! I am so excited!
Finally have all the kids back in school today and I’m moping around! Yep, doing nothing constructive…just sad!
Rhonda
South Jordan, UT
Today I am pulling all the final details together for my first wedding as an official wedding coordinator.
It’s my birthday so I am trying to do as little work and as much taking it easy as possible. As much as this is possible with laundry to do and two kids to keep entertained.
Interviewing nannies. Gulp! I don’t want to leave my babies with anyone but myself, but my maternity leave is dwindling and I need to face reality.
Today…I’m finalizing my craft table for my first ever craft fair. I’m gathering all of the details and making my final check list.
I made one of those signs with each of my kids. I hung it so it was hiding the doorbell (they’d have to move it to ring the bell…and some people DID!!!). Mine said, “Do not ring bell. Baby and Mommy sleeping!”
We’re homeschooling today and I’m mapping our schedule for the next couple of weeks
Today….I am working on my craft room remodel and definitely printing the babe is sleeping sign……
Today, I am trying to complete all laundry before school starts on Monday. Today, I am brainstorming ideas for new chore charts. Today, I am doing some more work in a neighbor’s garden whose husband just passed away (it was always HIS garden and she is overwhelmed. Sad.). Today, I am grateful for how willing ALL of my children (from 19 down to 4) have been to help out in neighbor’s garden. Today, I am grateful to have known such a man and be able in some small way to return the many kindnesses he and his family have shown to us. Today, I am grateful.
So fun to read what everyone is up to! Today I am packing my husband and two oldest sons for their annual “boys trip”. I am also grocery shopping to feed 12 hungry runners that are taking part in one of the world’s largest relays.
Adjusting to my first born starting kindergarten and my youngest wanting me to play with him all day since his play partner is now at school. Had a long chat on the phone with my sister during my toddlers’ nap time. It was so good to catch up with her!
Running errands and just called a real estate company to make an appt. to talk with them about joining their team. Scared, excited and lots of butterflies, I have been out of the work force for 5 years so I am a little nervous. But we will wait and see what happens.
Today I am prepping (COSTCO, Target, Giant Eagle) for Cooking Club. I’m hosting it this evening and looking forward to good food, good friends and good conversation!
PTO meeting and homework help for my kiddos. Of course, there’s cooking, cleaning, running errands, and picking up kids from school.
Shredding that stack of papers I meant to get to all summer and trying not to miss my three boys who started back to school yesterday.
Today I’m getting my Christmas scrap stuff together so I can start my Dec Daily album this weekend. I didn’t do it last year so I want to make sure its ready to go come December.
I’m scarfing Altoids and chatting with friends of FB. (all while the kids play their random games in the living room)
THANK YOU for the no soliciting link. It’s a problem. I’ve been writing mean notes and taping them to my door. This will look sooo much better!
Today I am finishing the laundry and well as studying for my entrance exam.
Today I am organizing the craft room and making cupcakes for after school treat!!!
I am sorting “stuff” today. Need to find a good place in need of donation. Eliminate and declutter…..
Today I am cooking dinner for my oldest DS and my grandchildren. His birthday is tomorrow so we are celebrating today.
Today I am working then going to play Bunko with the ladies in the neighborhood. A couple hours out of the house for me!
Today I am working…against my will…but working nonetheless!
Getting ready for a Labor Day garage sale with my mom and sis. Although a lot of work, should be a day filled with lots of laughs!
This evening I’m going to babysit 4 busy, active and imaginative nephews and one adorable niece.
Love them to pieces!
Today I am sending out Thank You cards to all the friends who helped us move from MO to KY!
Today I am working on clearing my desk at work. 4 files down, 10 to go.
I am exercising myself and the dog, grocery shopping, and hitting soccer practice in between school, homework and cooking. In other words, just being a mom!
I LOVE those signs! Thank you, Becky! Too funny! Ha!!
Lots of promoting to do! BIG hugs!
Today I’m working on getting ready for the launch of a blog class I’m doing with my friend Crystal! It’s crunch time!
Today I am doing laundry & trying to find a babysitter so I can go out with the hubs tonight.
Today it’s soccer camp (in the rain) and supervising a playdate. Trying to make the most of our last school-free week of the summer!
Today I am packing for a long weekend with old friends from college! Life is good.
Today I am gorging myself on homemade blueberry pancakes.
Today I am running errands with 2 kiddos and waiting to pick the 3rd up from school.
Today I vacuumed under my couches! That’s gotta count for something right!?
Today I am on day 2 of my couch to a 5K!!! And cheering at soccer practice.
Today I am celebrating the fact that middle school was not as scary as we thought and we had a great first day — however, our senior year is not working out so well as we do not have lunch with any of our friends…
Today I’m cooking taco soup in the crockpot. Fall weather is in the air!
today i am anxiously waiting for the weekend, lots of fun things planned!
Megan/Hickman NE
Today I am going to touch up the paint in my bathroom and finally be done painting the house!
Today I am busy doing laundry, cleaning and job searching before I go and get the kids from school.
I just finished a 4-hour shift and now I’m going to take my 9-year-old son to a matinee and then worship band practice at church (and probably sneak a little nap in, too!!).
my girls just got into silly banz…today i’m prying them from my dyson’s rotating brush
Today I am feeling my pregnancy sickness is coming to an end : ) Yeah! I hope feeling better continues!
Today, I just finished a great four mile run with co-workers over lunch and I’m drinking my water!
Today I am home with my 9 year old who has pneumonia, possible strep, and a beginning ear infection and a 2 year old who won’t let her sleep.
On a different note I’ve been looking into the e-Mealz site and I think this might be just what we need!
Today I am meeting with friends to see “Eat, Love, Pray” at a local cinema.
I spent my morning setting up my pre school classroom for Open House in a week.
Today I am working my 5-hour shift as a secretary at a church, getting a few deals at Walgreen’s and CVS, picking the kids up from school and then enjoying being home with them and my hubby for the evening.
On a side note, I offered my August templates for the personal yearbook in another post. Interested or no?
I am a teacher preparing for the new school year to start – and maybe some back to school shopping.
Today I am missing my kids who went back to school yesterday. I’m catching up on house work that was neglected while I played with my kids during the summer.
Today I am trying to get 2 babies to nap at same time!
Today I’m working hard on clearing out my husband’s “storage locker” stuff that’s now in our house which is saving us $159 a month (but have lots to get out)! I’m getting my first grader off the school bus & then on to gymnastics & baseball!
Carol
Atlanta, GA
Today I’m enjoying one of the last days of summer vacation with my kiddos, and taking my very first foray into digital scrapbooking! Should make for an interesting time…
I am getting ready to go serve my son AND his teacher in his classroom. Love it!
Girls Night Out with a mini-gift exchange just for the fun of it!
Yoga!!!!!
Today I am finishing reading “Mockingjay” and making cookies for dinner, yes, dinner…I am 30 weeks pregnant…enough said!
today is pretty casual. I made some peaches and cream muffins from a recipe I got on the 2 Peas and their Pod blog. DELICIOUS. We are finishing up my Kindergartners home school work (he goes to a blended school that does part class room and part home school). and we are hanging out enjoying the rest of summer
I <3 e-mealz and would LOVE a subscription! thanks!
Today I am taking a nap. I have a killer headache. Once rested, I’ll cook supper. THEN maybe some scrapbooking time?
Today I am spending some quality time with my sister who is visiting from out of state!
today i have 3 ladies coming over to make sandwiches with me for the varsity football players to have a good snack before their scrimmage game tonight :]
Today I am ……. wondering what I will fix for supper !
Shelly
Maryville, MO
Today we are celebrating my hubby’s 46th birthday!
I’m making soup and yogurt. Yum!
I’d love to try E-Mealz. I hear about it on Dave Ramsey. Thanks!
Today Im spending a day with son while he is still on summer break. His school not start until September 8th. We may will go for a walk to the beach later today. E mealz sound great and would love to try this one for my family. Im terrible at meal planning and we need to cut down on going out to eat.
Christy from California
I’ve had a sign for sleep time at our house since my son, who is now 5, was about 2 months old. We have a window by our front door, so on the inside I have a little suction cup with a hook and the sign had a hole punched on the top. So when I come down the stairs from putting kids down for nap, I hang that in the window.
Today I am trying to get some housework, esp. laundry, done while keeping 3 girlies happy. I would be so excited to have an e-mealz subscription. My friend had recommended them to me, right before you did the blog about meal planning. Maybe its a sign. : )
Volunteered at my daughter’s school…..
ran errands….
ate chipotle for lunch….
missing my son who is off for the first time at college…..
Today I finished making 50 cross-stitch Helsinki Finland Temple pictures as gifts for a youth event coming up the end of September! My hands hurt!!
Today I am loving up my kids, we have been on the going ALOT this summer and so I thought we needed a day for snuggling and silliness
Love those days!!
This site looks fantastic! Thanks for the chance to win.
Friday is my birthday – EMealz would make a great b-day present.
Today I am trying not to pull out all my hair.
Today … I am trying to enjoy one of the final days of summer before school starts with my son while trying to also get some work done… balance, balance!!
Today, we went to Michael’s to pick up yellow candy melts. My son’s 2nd birthday is next week and he is having a Yo Gabba Gabba party. I’m making “Plex” lollipops for the goodie bags!!
Today I am home from work with a feverish 2 year old who is cranky, grumpy, grumbly and any other word you can think of to describe not feeling well.
I just took the kids to the pool and had a haircut – school hasn’t started here yet -so ramping up to that!
Today I am getting use to my empty nest. Yesterday I took my last two kids (twin daughters) off to college. My house is quiet. You would think after five kids I would like it
I am sure I will! The transition is just a bit hard.
Today I am trying out a new recipe for dinner! And being my the usual driver for my kids (they are back in school already)
Right now I am working…heading off to waxing and a crockpot meal at home with the kids.
Today I am preparing for a talk I am giving at our church this Sunday. I would LOVE to try a subscription to e-Mealz! Thanks for the chance to win.
Had lunch w/a church friend to discuss which Bible study for the women this fall.
Trying to decided today — school or no school? I finally have all my kids in school all day. Shouldn’t it be my turn?
Today….I worked at my job in the morning, came home and de-skinned 14 lbs. of tomatoes to make salsa with later tonight, tipped a pot full of beans to freeze for winter enjoyment, bought paint for the new bedroom in our basement that I will need to attack this weekend and am now checking your lovely blog..off to check up on my four active sons now.
Thanks for the great give-aways!!!
Tina
Dundas, Ontario, Canada
Rummage Sales! I didn’t get too much, but love what I did!
Taking a golf class this semester – so did that this morning. Now for a little nap before I clean -quilting at my house tonight
Today I am babysitting for my sister-in-law and working on a church actvity that is this Saturday. I would LOVE to try E-Mealz!
Stacey S.
Today I’m trying to get our air conditioner fixed. Of course it chooses the hottest week of the year to die!
Easy meal-planning would definitely be a bright spot in my day
Today… Walking two loving but wild Golden Retrievers, checking out a new Halloween decor store, prepping 250 young men for football practice, and coming home after 8pm to cook dinner for myself and my husband. This giveaway would definitely help us have meal plans in line… to the point that my husband may be able to help with the prep work before I get home… maybe.
I am getting a start on all the things I put on hold over the summer so I could play with my son- doctor’s appointments, closet cleaning, IKEA shopping. Somehow, 10 yr old boys do not consider this fun…..
Today I am going to finish a quilt that I started a couple of months ago…..spending time with my two kids…..
Going to the park with my little guy!
Today I am getting ready for company this weekend and searching high and low for my iPod touch that my seven year old has misplaced. Yikes, my grocery list is in it. I really need e-mealz. Thanks for this opportunity.
Shopping for scrapbook supplies and hoping to do some pages tonight.
Today, I took my daughter out to lunch with a friend and her daughter – the girls got one table, the moms got another table, and everyone was happy!
Finsihed exercising and am now going to a “Cabi” (clothes) party.
I just completed my last day of my work week as well as a weeks worth of paperwork. My weekend officially starts now!!! E-mealz would be a blessimg!!! Have been looking into it since I read about it on your blog!!! Good luck everyone!
Joette
Horseheads, New York
today…i am in the middle of a week long “back-to-school-cleaning-fest!” (it’s so exciting! ha!)
Trying to stay awake! Back to school week and I am dragging!
One thing I am doing today is cleaning up the kitchen… Visitors from out of town and a long week has made for a very messy kitchen!
Today we had the first successful morning in our back-to-school routine and I’m hopefully putting the budget to bed at work!
Cleaning, Cleaning …………
today i’m getting ready for back to school. we’re attempting candy apples… of the cake ball variety! http://www.bakerella.com/candy-apples/
Today I am trying to find a place to hide my husband’s birthday present.
Today we are celebrating my son’s 2nd birthday! How does time go by so fast? We also have my 4-year old daughter’s very first soccer practice tonight. … big day for us!
Working, picking up the kiddos and going to my dtrs softball game, as a family. Thanks for the chance to win
Strep throat! Hooray for me…YUCK!
Ugh. Trying to figure out a way to organize my garage on a (very) small budget…
Today I realized how long a school day is. My first baby is in first grade. I can’t believe how long the day is! I made a crock pot meal, cleaned the house, did puzzles with my daughter, got groceries, and still had time to do some laundry!
Today we have been at Sesame Place in PA! What a fun but exhausting day!!
Working on getting our A/C fixed! It’s taken5 days…hoping today is the day it works.
Did the Wii fit with my 2 little boys playing on the ground next to me and cheering me on. Layed next to my baby on his new big boy bed until he fell asleep. Helped my hubby by ordering a lunch for him to take into an office for work. Taking my 7th grader to the gym with 2 of her friends to help them get ready for the last day of volleyball tryouts tomorrow. Made swirly apples for after school snack with our apple/peeler/slicer/corer from Pampered Chef.
Today I… babysat for a friend. She had to attend a funeral, so I took a break from unpacking (we’re military and recently moved) and helped her out!
Would love to try e-mealz! Expecting baby #4 and in need of some planning/organizing help!
Thanks!
5:30 a.m. workout followed by a jam-packed morning of homeschooling our 2nd grader while entertaining out 2 year old…I’ve made it to “quiet time” where I get to catch up on blogs, read, and nap!
Today I am getting our family of six ready to head to the mountain (laundry, grocery shopping, packing, cleaning the house for our return, etc.) for the weekend so we can enjoy some cooler weather for a bit.
Woke up and gave thanks for the glorious sun … drove across town in too much traffic and gave thanks for a great educational option for my child…came home to get dinner in the crock pot to be ready after 3 sports practices and gave thanks that my children are involved…sat down at the computer for a bit and gave thanks for generous people like you!
Becky,
Loved your blog today! Fun seeing what your family is up too! My excitement is preparing a powerpoint on a recent trip to China for a ladies luncheon tomorrow!
It’s hard to list just one thing. I’m working (preparing tax returns), going to take my older daughter to soccer practice and attempt to plan meals for the weekend as we have company coming to stay with us.
Today we are just cleaning and trying to do a little organizing….
Ran some errands much to my 8 year old’s dismay
He’s the one that had the growth spurt though! Thanks!
Today was errands – but got to go to my two fave stores – Costco and Target! Although having 2 little boys in tow tends to be a bit of a chore……
Sent my fifth and last child to kindergarten today!
Today I got together with some of my cousins to further plan our big family BBQ. It’s the first year we’re doing this, in honour of our deceased grandparents. We have a very large family (ca. 75 people from just one grandma & grandpa, way to go!) and wanted to keep seeing each other at least once a year…
Today ….creating a “thanks-for-a-great-first-week” teacher gift. Looked into e-mealz a while back and just didn’t get to it….would love to give it a try!
Love the handstand pics!
Rosslyn
Today I took my kids on an impromptu trip to the zoo…we got a small break in the heat and humidity. Impromptu is good, my kids loved it!
Becky
Today…went to post office to send off a certified letter, Walgreens to get some meds and Clip Click pens (LOVE how super smooth they write), exchanged a pair of hubby’s pants, stopped at Staples to get shipping tags, went to my son’s school to drop off meds, Kroger to grocery shop, returned home for a late lunch, put groceries away, opened mail, gathered ingredients for dinner, now having grapes while online. Still need to make dinner, feed the kids before going to two (not one but two) meetings at school, return home to have dinner with hubby (he plays soccer on Thursdays), clean up kitchen, get kids to bed, watch Royal Pains (can’t miss it, season finale), shower, write down more ideas to sell at craft sale next month, maybe play a little Sudoku or just plain PASS OUT!! (insert big sigh here)
I have been reading the B.O.M. while my kids have been running around in their p.j.’s! It is one of those days!!!! –Natalie
We are on vacation up north….have a wireless signal too. DH talked us into a 6 mile walk up and down the sandy hills. My feet hurt but I am glad we did it.
I just came back from “new teacher orientation.” I lost my job in June and am now going to be in a new district this fall. After teaching for 20 years its very strange to be a “new teacher’ again. I would love to try e-Mealz.
I am anxioulsy awaiting a response from an interview yesterday.
One thing I am not doing today is handstands. Gave those up a few years ago! (I’m 69!) One thing I am doing is taking a nap!!
Today my husband was forced to take off. We went out on the boat, then for a swim in the pool, and I’m doing some work (haha) while he naps! I am off to check e-Mealz. (If I had gotten a teaching job, I would have been doing none of this, so I’m trying to appreciate my time off!)
I was oranizing my scrapbooking supplies, while trying to determine what to keep and what to donate to someone else…
Mending a strap on my daughter’s dress. Writing. Making dinner (I seldom do this!) and picking up some upholstery fabric for a project. Oh and trying to get our lovely townhouse in Mapleton, UT rented out. Any takers??
Today I am trying to get the new computer I just got 3 weeks ago to work. It won’t boot anymore starting yesterday. I’m using the old one to search the Internet for solutions to my computer problems.
Thanks for the give away.
Unfortunately sitting in the hospital with my mom who had triple bypass surgery yesterday. She’s doing well now just waiting for the healing.
Thank goodness for WiFi I can catch up on my blogs while she is sleeping.
Today, I am scared for the road I have to travel without my mom here on this to travel it with me. The plan of salvation/happiness has many bumps one must travel down and today my heart and spirit are very heavy.
Today is the day we retired my 12 year old sons favorite denim shorts. Permanently dirty, sharpie marked and tattered. It’s been a great summer for him in those shorts. Every flaw I see is a memory to him.
That no solicitng sign is fun. I hate it when they come by. I have never bought anything from anyone at my door. Did I ask you to come here? No. Thank. You.
Today I am making photo books. I found a free code- yipee! And it gets rid of my daughter’s pile of Kindergarten artwork that is taunting me. Thanks for the giveaway!
Today, I am at work. Today, I weighed in a weight watchers (and it was disappointing). Today, I am planning out activities for the next few weekends (festivals, apple orchard, a 5K run, grand opening of an american girl store). Today, I was waiting to hear about my dad’s surgery (he’s all good).
Today: I am living in the moment. After saying our final goodbye to my husbands dear friend yesterday, you never know how long you’ll be on this earth. Every single day is a gift.
I’m the mommy-taxi today, as usual. Drop-offs and pick-ups from kindergarten and second grade. My little guy and I spend lots of quality/quantity time together driving (or walking) to and from school a few times each day. : )
Today I am filling birthday treat bags for my adorable 1 year old granddaughter. Earlier in the day my adorable 4 year old granddaughter ran the big shot to make the treat bags, after that my equally adorable 2 year old granddaughter used the potty and we celebrated that! It’s been a great day
Today I just ordered my baby boy’s bedding at gap.com (30% discount and it was on sale–boo yah!!), and I will be posting my new “please don’t ring the doorbell” sign up, thank you thank you!
Today – I called into work and took my 2yr old granddaughter to the zoo – her babysitter was sick.
Working and trying not to stress during this back-to-school week.
I worked today at a Mom’s Day Out program.
Just home from work, now starting holidays until kiddies start school Sept 7th – putting 3 cheese pizza’s into the oven, yum!!
I love that sign that your brother made. If my doorbell was still functioning, I’d totally use that. We just ended up disabling our doorbell. Those who know us, know to knock. Those who don’t know us, don’t need to be there, LOL!
As for what I am up to, I am recovering from a morning party that I threw to celebrate the start of kindergarten. Way, way too hot to do these kinds of things right now!
Making a meal for a friend who has a lot on her plate today…chicken spaghetti…yum!
I’m in my classroom getting ready for the first day of school (Monday)!
Today I am trying to enjoy our last days of summer vacation with the kids. Helped my 8 year old son organize all his hockey trading cards. Took a lot longer than I expected!
Today I enjoyed time with a dear friend. We got a chance to chat while our kids (ages 4 mos. to 8 years) played together nicely. So therapeutic–for us all as we’re winding down the last few days of summer vacation.
Today I’m mentally preparing to be a “weekend mom of seven” while I help out with a friend’s 4 kids while they’re out of town. 7 kids under 8…it’s a good thing our kids get along so well!
Today I am chauferring my kids around to swim lessons, dentist appointments etc. Hoping for a more relaxing evening.
Funny, but I’ve been clipping coupons for this Saturday’s grocery run. Wouldn’t it be funny if I won?
Today, I am getting back in to my exercise routine! Now that my kids are all back in school I can take a little time for myself. . .eMealz would make it even better!
I am paying bills today . . . and I mopped, and reupholstered the three-year-olds kitchen chair.
today I am sending out a “Thinking of You” card to a friend that needs a little pick me up.
Today I’m going to have an ultrasound as I’ve found a lump in my breast. I’m extremely nervous & am praying that everything is ok.
today I went to several local kids consignment sales, I LOVE this time of year and finding good deals as well as selling some of my own! I am now off to help at my son’s preschool sale and telling myself I will leave my checkbook in the car! (we’ll see if that really happens or if I just go back out to get it! LOL
Today I am putting off making dinner by perusing this blog…
Oh, and I am also getting ready for ‘Meet the Teacher night’ at school.
Today my children and I took my cricut to their teachers rooms and helped them with their bulletin boards.
We went to the zoo today- celebrating our last week before school starts!
I am cleaning out my freezer…the fun never ends! Amy E. in Windber, PA
Today I am putting the finishing touches on my wedding album. After 5 years and 2 babies, it feels good to finish this project.
Still waiting for my overdue baby to come out and meet the family. Trying to not get too antsy. : )
Today, I am trying to enjoy the few precious moments I get with my kids each day, especially with work and school right now. And after bedtime, it is me, my sewing machine, and super hero capes!
THANKS for the sign for the door! I printed it and just need to laminate. You’re the best!
Shelby
Bountiful, UT
Laundry and lots of it, with 7 in the house it piles up overnight. and cleaning out closets and putting in all the school uniforms, much to the kids dismay. And getting some sewing done for family reunions the next couple of weekends, fun stuff for sure.
Today I played with my kids (and the house is a mess!)
Shelby
Bountiful, UT
Today I am enjoying the thoughts of a Costco Pizza for dinner. My kids were out of school early today, so they were with me, and it just sounded too easy when my son begged to buy the pizza saying he would do the cooking of it. (I think I need e-mealz).
Just got home, and am reading blogs.
Today I was preparing for Open House for my new 4th grade students tonight!!
hanging out with my little boys doing a little grocery shopping, immunizations, and playing together
I took the kids on a hike and picnic. Great pics!
Back to school meet & greet today…yay I got to drop off all those school supplies!!
Today I spent the day helping @ my daughter’s best friends aunt’s funeral dinner. I spent the entire day there waiting for people to drop off food, then helping to get the dinner together. Now I am off to take my daughter to the football game @ the new High School she will be attending as a junior. Neither one of us know anyone but I’m thinking God is smiling at us today so we will meet some nice people tonight!
Today, I am holding back the tears as I help my oldest daughter pack up for college and realizing that she really is leaving. I’m happy for her and all that awaits but it’s a bittersweet feeling to help her get ready to leave the nest
Today I snuggled and loved my 6 yr old who fell off the top bunk of his bunk bed (old school style – 5 ft off the ground) Nothing broken, just a swollen jaw and bruised face
Today I went to a Women’s Bible Study, had lunch with some wonderful ladies, spent time with a terrific friend, tutored and now I am fixing our favorite stir-fry for some great friends that are coming over for a game night!! We’re having homeade icecream!! I can’t wait
Today, I got a Mamogram – not fun but necessary. I think of it as a gift of health to myself.
Today… I sewed. I’m working on my inventory of quilted purses (I completed two) that I am starting to sell next week on Etsy. While I sewed, my two little boys (2 and 1) tore the house apart and used the couch as a trampoline.
Teaching 5th graders how to graph, comprehend, and set up their own colony.
Just 3? Take the truck in for service, buy new jeans (found some that fit my long legs!), go to Back to School Night at the elementary school. And a hundred other things….
Today I got up late for work and I still feel like I have not caught up! Luckily only an hour to go and I can go to my favorite place….. home with my family.
Today I am taking a nap. So needed with a two week old baby!!
Today I went to Costco and had the oil changed in my husbands car. Then I talked life insurance with our agent. Now I am going to print off that recipe for the mint brownies. Yummy!
Today I…got caught up with my bookwork, now I can relax tonight!
Today is my birthday! I went to work
& am hoping to do something a little more fun this evening.
My BFF birthday is tomorrow and I took her to lunch today. She is turning 45 and having a hard time. It is the first one without her wonderful Mother. They were very close. Did a great lunch out with burnt cream for dessert.Yummo! Then we came back to my house and scrapbooked the afternoon away. We are doing a surprise party for her tomorrow planned by her hubby and she thinks he has forgotten. I will do her cake tonight. We are so proud of ourselves so far. This is hard to do …surprise her.
Stacy
Soccer practice!
Today I went visiting teaching (and ended up taking the girl I visited to the store because she is without a car), went to a meeting at the university I attend regarding budget cuts, played with my baby boy, made myself a yummy burrito for lunch, and now I’m getting ready to go to a special Back to School event at my place of employment (Children’s Home Society – a non-profit organization), where low income children can come to get free school supplies. I’m taking my 5-month-old with me. We live in Seattle and it looks like it’s going to rain – hopefully it will hold out until after this event is over.
Today it is pouring rain so I was happy to stay inside and get caught up on the past two weeks of Project Life. Done! I love my books from last year and this, but an REALLY looking forward to doing it digitally next year. It’ll save a few steps and take up less room on the shelf with all my other scrapbooks. Love your Blog, Becky. It’s the only one I keep up with on a daily basis. Thank you.
I’m reading today!
Today I slept in, helped my son rearrange his room, had a meeting and talked about pear dishes to cook, and said “see you soon” to a lovely young lady going away to college whom I will miss. And now thinking about dinner….
I worked from home today as I took a funny step at the bottom of the stairs and hurt my already injured knee! At least I got a lot of work done
Today – went to Barnes and Noble storyhour, karate class for my son, and supper at Qdoba! Of course, caught up with all my blog reading at naptime. Couldn’t miss that! Lots of running around today, but a GREAT day!
p.s. As a former gymnast, LOVE the handstand pic. My kids are always amazed when I randomly pull out the gymnastics tricks.
Today I am being patient as our family adjusts to our oldest starting kindergarden.
I am enjoying the cool breeze outside catching up on my favorite blogs while my kids play.
Took my 3-year old to the San Francisco zoo…we are spending a much-needed week together between daycare and the start of preschool. It’s been a fun week so far! : )
Tonight I am sewing curtains for my classroom – very cute!! School starts on Monday!
Karen
Today was a busy one for me too!! 3 loads of laundry all hung out on the line, went to WW an to get some bloodwork done, lunch with the ladies (with my 4 year old in tow
), supper made, fall vacation planned and partially booked. Still have a ton of stuff to put away from our camping trip, but I’m relaxing and watching Big Brother 
Today the hubby and I are on our way back home after a mini vacation to Lake Geneva, WI for a few days. We’re relaxed and ready to face real life again!
Today I did all the normal things that a Mom does to get things done + I mowed the lawn for my Husband since he’s been working long hours. Thanks!
Today I finally finished making and hanging valances for my kitchen after living in our house for almost 7 years.
And when my children were younger and napped I made a hand-written sign that said “Please knock, children may be sleeping” and kept it hung above the doorbell at all times. That way I wouldn’t have to remember to go out and put the sign up everytime they napped. And it worked for people who might come around in the evening after they had gone to bed.
Karin
Blaine, MN
Today I felt both happy and sad: happy my newly-minted sixth grader continues to enjoy her first days of middle school and sad that our teenager is overwhelmed and emotional… but it seems I can’t fix it…
Played with friends and pirate night at our local chick fill a! Love emealz and we are doing the same plan! great food and easy to prep meals!
Spent today continuing to set up me new classroom – and finally got rid of the rest of the boxes. School’s starting soon!
Today, I went to the school and took pictures of my son’s 2nd grade class, to do the scrapbooks with them. Thanks for the free down load. The kids are very excited.
I am up to my elbows in cleaning out the garage. What a job.
Taught second graders how to us our new classroom SMART board. One boy said it was just like a giant iPod touch!
Taught second graders how to use our new classroom SMART board. One boy said it was just like a giant iPod touch!
I am enjoying a simple Thursday with my family, new People magazine, roasted chicken and Project Runway
Today…I encouraged 6th graders to express their style for their reading notebooks. Then I came home and snuggled with my little guy.
My daughter and I cleaned out her closet to make room for school clothes and now have a bag ready to donate to DI….YAY!
We keep spotting a doe and her two fawns in the woods near our home. Today, I walked the dog (early this AM), and was able to see them, hanging out, and looking back at us. I let that set the tone for the day – expect the pleasantly unexpected and enjoy it!
Today I watched my grandson and took tons of pics to scrap of him…fun day.
Today, I went to Home Depot and bought Behr Peanut Butter paint. Tomorrow I will paint a wall for the first time. Wish me luck!
What a great give away! I have been hearing a lot of good things about this system and it would be no nice to get to try it out! I took a much needed afternoon nap (I am in my first trimester) with my three year old! It was heavenly!
Today I answered the question, “Is it time to go home yet?” no less than 20 times. Day two in my first grade classroom, air conditioning not working, 84 degrees. Tomorrow will be a better day!
Today I began reading one of my favorite books to my 24 third-graders….Chocolate Fever!
Today was my baby girl’s first dance class!
I am unpacking from our wonderful visit to Hershey Park! We had such a great time!!
Today I got a much needed haircut! Feels great!
Today I birthday shopped for my middle child who will be 14 tomorrow and car shopped for me since my 17 year old daughter is now driving my car to school.
today it was up early for my 2nd grader to catch the bus after a quick pancake breakfast ( the bus we almost missed b/c it was a full 5minutes earlier than the stated time). then it was a playdate for my 5 year old with his best buddy, since he starts school on monday. While they were playing i made some yummo PB cookies. Hubby was out of town for work so bedtime routines took a little longer than usual. now i am so tired i could join the short ones…
This evening I’ve given myself permission to put off some chores so I can spend time with my husband and 2 kids. After an extremely stressful day at work-it is just what the doctor ordered.
Today I put in notice to our daycare that my oldest daughter will only be there one more week. She has been there 6 1/2 years since she was 3 months old. I will be saving lots of money so why am I so sad?
I got a badly needed haircut and color then treated my kids and I to a shaved ice after dinner since the hubby is on the bow hunt. So sad they will close down the snow shack in 2 weeks. I hate to see the summer go!
Love the sign for solicitors. I will be printing it and putting by our door!
Working on luggage tags to surprise my girlfriends with for our trip to Spark in 2 wks!
Checking things off my to do list! Thanks to you, I get to check one off, going to print the babe sleeping one, BRILLIANT! I usually just put a post it on the front door that says: Please DO NOT ring the doorbell!
Me and my boys rode the train into town and saw a movie in “the dome” at the planetarium-fun!
Enjoying the splash park for the last few days of summer.
Working on lesson plans for the first day of school.
like the baby sleeping sign…
Today I tested kids in my special education class (I teach), came home fixed a veggie frattata for dinner and walked the dog to the school ground where Tate my two year old played on the big kids playset. Love days like this!
Today I taught a class of 4th graders. It is our first full week of school and one of the most difficult as my body is still demanding my summer schedule. I am thinking seriously about making the scrapbooks with my class. The finished project would be so wonderful as an end of the year surprise!
My days are numbered…school starts for us in about a week…ERRR! AND I work there, so feeling blue, want to stay home. And read this blog everyday and be creative. But……back to the grind. Thanks Becky, and LOVE that handstand:)
What I was up to today:
getting school supplies for my son’s first year of preschool!!
Dawn Karsten
jasonanddawnk@hotmail.com
Working
Back to school means back to work.
Today I enjoyed the day with my family at the beach. All my siblings, all their kids, and my parents . . . all 15 of us – what a fantastic end to summer!
Today was another ultrasound – I’m 30 weeks – only 10 weeks or less of this pregnancy!!!
I am doing some grocery shopping before going to work, not very exciting but necessary!
Hi Becky,
I did the first page of the personal scrapbook with my son’s 4th grade class today (26 students)! I think it went pretty well, she allotted me 30 min. and that time went pretty quick. Some kids work faster then others, etc. They seemed to be excited about it. I talked to them a little bit about scrapbooking, asked them if they knew what it was, talked about journaling, etc, they participated very well and seem excited for me to come back next month. I met with the teacher and we came up with our themes for each month, she is very excited about the project as well.
Thanks for creating and sharing this project with us.
We went to the state fair today. Nice weather, and it seems everyone in the state had the same idea as us. Crowded, but we still found the corn dogs and mac and cheese on a stick..ha thanks for the emeals heads-up.
I’m washing and cutting fruits and veggies for my son’s begging of the soccer season party tomorrow (my husband is the coach, so we always have a little get together before the season). I can’t wait.
Today I helped my husband with the building of our new house. We hope to be done before the snow starts falling here in Iowa.
Angie
Palo, IA
did “mommy school” with my 4yr old and now trying to finish up my almost 7yr old’s kindergarden scrapbook so I can have a clean slate to start her now in first grade album
I did the wash- with three kids including a one month old son- it sure piles up!
Today I spent the day cleaning and organizing my classroom and am now working on lesson plans to begin the school year on Monday!
Arlene B.
Redlands, CA
Shopping for kids clothes at the outlets with my sister!
I will be printing out the door sign you made. I’ve been needing to do something like this, since someone always seems to ring the doorbell making our dogs bark when our baby is napping!
Today-I painted my oldest son’s room orange with black lines so he feels like he’s living inside a basketball.
Today I finished reading Mockingjay, the last book in the Hunger Games series. Loved it! Also baked chocolate chip cookies with the kiddos.
today I enjoyed a brief rainstorm with my kids
We are having a quiet day and I am pleased that our washing is up to date and is drying in a rather strong breeze. There are other chores that have been done and soon I will take my parents and my youngest to the doctor for a checkup. It is a perfect late winter day.
I have been working with my daughter’s teacher to do your memory book with her class. We are both really excited! How thick do you cut the strips of patterned paper? I love the idea!!
thanks!
Took care of myself and went for my well woman exam. Then took care of the family car and got the tires checked. Exciting? Not even. Necessary> Absolutely!
I played a few games of Spelling Sparkle with my students…the winner got their pick of my collection of silly bandz
Whew…just finished Back-To-School Night at school…i teach and my 2 oldest are at the same school…busy night!
Amy in CA
Today I met with my youth minister and other youth sponsers to discuss lesson plans for our middle and high school kids. After the meeting the minister came to my house so he could look at my cricket cartridges. He asked my to print 400 12×12 balloons and 400 3 inch cows, birds and a house for our free church carnival!!! of coarse I said yes so you know what I will be doing all next week too:)
Today I went to the Logan Temple and marveled at the beautifully hand painted corner wall panels in the Celestial Room.
today…i am just working on getting from CA to MO…work to home….travel just isn’t as much fun as it used to be!
Today was spent making lots of plans (surprise plans!) for my husband’s brithday this weekend.
Today i worked! Heard about e-mealz from a patient today — would love to try!
Aloha! I cleaned out the fridge of stuff that expired….oh boy, what a chore! But it’s gone and I feel the need to fill it up again. BTW…love that solicitor sign!! Thanks for sharing.
Today I worked on plans for my daughter’s birthday invites…she will be five in September!
Today I was up to volunteering at our local crisis pregnancy center. Love it!
I am very interested on emealz…would love to try it…
Sabrina S
Tackling the mounds of Back to School paperwork that teachers are expected to sort!
Ugh, this may be the thing I am doing for the next several days…
Today I left work early to have an MRI. And right now, I’m thinking those mint brownies look yummy.
What didn’t I do today!
Janet F.
Our whole family went out to celebrate my daughter’s birthday! Wonderful family time!
We are visiting my grandma today with the kids – she lives to go home from vacation here tomorrow. I am happy to have one more day with her – but sad because she lives so far away!
Would love a chance to try ez-meals. Thanks!
I’ve always wanted to try a meal plan. What an awesome giveaway!
Coffee with friends!
Started a new chapter in my life. My husband and two daughters started college this week. : ) It’s proving to be a life adjustment but God is good and will see us through.
Today I am going to the grocery store.
I’m going to take a photo of my daughters unpacked camp luggage from August 14th. I will no longer do her laundry until it is all put away.
Taking my mother to her doctor and working at the office.
This would be such a blessing – thank you for the opportunity to win. Here’s hoping!
Today I am taking my dh for another round of laser surgery. This means I will also entertain our 3 year old in the waiting room for a couple of hours! :-0
Off to my Mother’s to mow her 5 acres of lawn…She lives 2 hours away.
Had a family birthday celebration for my 19 last night along
with our first freshman football game we won 40-20.
Go Chixs!
Finding a parking space at the most difficult time; after an early morning. Then enjoying one of the last days before school starts.
my mother and i are getting a mani/pedi today, then having lunch
Working & reading your blog!
Return my reserve books to the library. Why do all the books you put your name down for on reserve come at the same time — no matter when you order them or where you were on the list? I just read five books in two weeks! My eyes hurt.
Today I’m going to take a shower and feed my baby. Hopefully I’ll make it to the grocery store too.
Working…and stopping by my bookmarked blogs!
I am working on cleaning up the house!
~Rosalynn
Today, my youngest son and I are painting the rocket we cut out of wood to go on the top of his “growth stick” for his room. This should be interesting!
Today I am working and will be playing outside with my kids this evening
Finally taking a four day vacation with my family — my first vacation since I started my new job. And watching West Wing re-runs. Does it get any better? It’s the little things for sure!
Getting ready for a BANANA SPLIT party at my house tonight.
Just so you know…here in CT, Silly Bandz mean a totally different thing than what I am SURE you in AZ mean them for…here they mean what teens do with other teens…I found out from my daughter (shes 14) and was completely mortified…why they take something so inoccent and turn it into something so bad is beyond me…too much time on their hands I guess…just thought to inform you. Love your site by the way!
Oh…Duh…today I am going over my homeschool books to ready myself for school with my daughter next week.
Today I am dropping my kindergartner outside the front door of school (her third day of school) instead of walking her in to her classroom because she “doesn’t need my help because I’m a big girl”! So proud of her but a little sad too! Thanks for a chance to win.
Sara
Today i am exercising, typing (my job), hopefully some sewing and scrapbooking as i am all alone, husband left for a kayak trip, kids are in college. And reading out in the sun as it is a beautiful fall-like day. Thanks!
Today I am exercising, getting 3 kids off to 3 different schools, working and frankly I am a little tired. It has been a long first week of school
Today I’m putting the school and CCD calendars in my Outlook calendar so I’m organized. School starts Monday, so I’m washing the new clothes and spending time with my son! I think we might go bowling, that’s what we did the first day off of school back in June!
Today is a work day, so I hope to get some relaxing in tonight before the chaos of weekend activities to come I’m sure!
Off from work today, cleaning, errands, PT with my son, a few minutes to work on a scrapbook project, and Friday night football.
Day off from work today so I’m cleaning the bathrooms. blech! Scrappiong tongight.
Today I am going to see my neice who is coming home from band camp today!
I’m cleaning house – can you tell? Definitely need help with meal planning and making myself cook more.
I am taking your advise and adding some color to a few picture frames today. It is truelly amazing how a change in color can make them seem fun and new again. Thanks for the inspiration
Today I am working, but tonight I am scrapbooking and I cant wait!!!!!
Today I am thanking God for the most beautiful sunrise I saw while taking my children to school. Also, saying thanks for the three blessing we received yesterday. Trying to remember thanks is as important as praying for needs.
Hope you have a great day!
Beth
Ormond Beach, FL
Seeing Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits!
Today, I am thankful to finally be at the end of a rough week. I’m catching up on laundry and going to have a mid-day milkshake in just a moment.
Someone else cooks? Heavenly! Today, we are going to the UPS store. Exciting!
Today I am catching up – on laundry, housework, homeschooling paperwork; and (hopefully) beginning an exercise routine. Whew! Better get to it! Thanks for the chance to win. I could really use some help with meals. My husband and I are coaching two soccer teams, homeschooling, taking care of our farm, building a house, and leading a Cub Scout Den. I could use every bit of help I can get!
I am dying to try e-mealz. I am having a hard time committing, but I think it would be great to try. I’ve been to their website every day since you asked your blog readers for meal plan ideas. Do your kids like the meals too? I have one very picky 4 year old, a 3 year old that will eat just about anything and a 8 month old. I could really use some meal planning help. I would try the Wal-Mart Low Card option too. Great minds think alike.
Oh…What am I up to? Designing our kitchen and buying new appliances. We are under a FULL remodel. Lots to do.
Taught a fitness class this morning, bought some adorable outfits for my daughter who is starting school in a few weeks (aahh!!) and now trying to tidy up before it’s time to get the kids. Also hoping to stop by the bookstore on the way to daycare… then it’s girls’ night at a friends place for dessert!! Definitely a great day!
I’m trying to recover from the sewage flood in our basement yesterday…oh what a mess, but on the bright side…we get to redo the basement?
Hi-I love your blog, but I was surprised to read your sign for people who go to your door (not the one about baby’s nap, but the one where you included the link from your brother, the one that says you aren’t interested if someone is selling something and “buh-bye”); I’m not sure if you use that sign or what, but that was uncharacteristically un-nice and seemingly not at all like something I’d expect you to display. OK,so maybe someone tried to sell you something that you didn’t want recently and that is why you added it. But I thought that some of your religious group occasionally did door- to -door missionary-type work (which might be different to you than selling something), although not apparently common, but I was surprised to see that. Sometimes people who are grasping at straws to make a living or are participating in a charitable collection of some sort, sell things door-to-door, and while this doesn’t apply to me, I remember doing door-to-door sales for school fundraisers as a kid, and, I think that we have to be kinder to those of little means or conditions different than ours, so I found it kind of mean. That you attached that link suggest that you apparently agree w/ the sign, use it, or like it. You always seem so sweet, so I write this so surprised.
Otherwise, I love your blog and the recipes.
Hey Becky — My SIL had the doorbell problem. Wanted to mention she taped her handwritten sign OVER the doorbell itself. People could still knock on the door of course, but blocking the doorbell itself led to more people *noticing* the sign. Just a suggestion!
I tape my sign over the doorbell also. And to the above comment… I think you are great and nice and I am definitely not offended by the sign. I would put it up at my house too.
Today I am catching up on my blog stalking.
Back to work for day two of the school year!
I totally agree that the smart baby sleeping sign isn’t offensive or rude, BUT the other sign mentioned, the link which shows a pic of what Becky says is a ‘clever’ sign that her brother (?) came up with, that says this: “Want to sell me something? Sorry, I’m not interrupted. Bu-Bye! Seriously…Keep on movin’, Now. I’ll give you 5 seconds! 1..2…3 That’s a boy ” is not nice at all. Becky, come onnnnn. It’s not nice. (But like the baby sign.)
Love the babe is sleeping sign. I remember doing a handstand and cartwheel a couple years ago and my wrists and groin were killing me after. I don’t think my handstand looked as good as yours:) What us Moms will do:) LOL!!
Great giveaway! Love the sign!
Trying to spend some time with my kids before they go back to school.
Would love to try a meal plan… very cool that they have gluten free options for those of us with Celiac.
Thanks!
Today I am cutting price tags off of new school clothes and filling up my daughter’s closet and drawers. Fun for all!!
I’m going to try and do something similar that you did with Porter’s class, but with my aunts/cousins/sisters instead. We have had a ‘girls weekend out’ for over 10 years, and I want to make a book of it. Any tips for coming up with a ‘template’ for pages that hopefully everyone can help with? The free download is school-specific. You Rock!!