Daybook

FOR TODAY

Outside my window... It's snowing and some squirrels are playing in the trees

I am thinking... about today's To Do list

I am thankful... that I have a handy husband

In the kitchen... the painting is almost done, just the drawers and walls left

I am wearing... comfy clothes that I would never wear in public ;)

I am creating... journaling cards for project life (I am giving it another go this year)

I am wondering... how to get it all done?

I am reading... my morning news.... blog hopping

I am looking forward to... seeing Barb tomorrow

I am learning... web design is not so easy

Around the house... things are coming together. renovations are almost complete

A favorite quote for today... "if it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you'll find an excuse."

One of my favorite things... the way my dogs always find a spot right beside me 

A peek into my day...

The boxing up has begun. It's a little sad to pack up the Christmas decoration.

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Outside my window...we have a lovely view of the truck yard beside are hotel

I am thinking...pumpkin spice donut I had yesterday was mmmmm good

I am thankful...for hot tea on a cold day

From my scrapbook room...I'm pulling together my first month of DT projects for the 

                                                  Scrapping Bug

In the kitchen...Alex might be cooking chilli?

I am wearing...my PJ's and it's almost time to get ready to check out

I am creating...some make & takes later today

I am going...out with Ms. Janet and Ms. Ginny in a little while

I am reading...Sookie Stackhouse series, still

I am looking forward to...meeting some online friends on Saturday, in person

I am hearing...Janet talking, talking, talking

One of my favorite things...Riesen caramels

A few plans for the rest of the week: LOTS of crafting, cleaning and some cookin'

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A New Year's Daybook

Outside my window... ~ there is No snow, it's about 10 degrees. Where is winter?

I am thinking... ~ about Project Life & learning about my new MacBook

I am thankful for... ~ time with family, relaxing days at home with Alex and for new beginnings

I am wearing... ~ Comfy clothes

I am remembering... ~ I need to make more time for friends. I am feeling disconnected from them right now

I am going... ~ skating tomorrow with Alex (if weather permits)

I am currently reading... ~ a lot of blogs and web sites about Project Life

I am hoping... ~ my SIL wants to take part in Project Life with me

On my mind... ~ friends and a few projects

Noticing that... ~ I have to clean off the dinning room table

From the kitchen... ~ M&M's is really useful around the holidays

Around the house... ~ my dogs are asleep on the couch, Alex is on his laptop trying to turn his PC into a Mac (it's a work in progress, he has hope)

One of my favourite things ~ my new laptop

From my camera...

Some of the lights in Downtown Brampton

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For Today...

Outside my window... What the heck....SNOW !!!

I am thinking... why haven't I received an important phone call yet ? They should have called.

From my scrapbooking room... I am re-organizing today and tomorrow. I am trying to get my chipboard out where I can see it, and USE IT.

I am thankful for... time spent with family

From the kitchen... yummy home made meal

I am wearing... jeans, a t-shirt and white socks

I am reading... continuing with Breaking Dawn re-read

I am hoping... that I get a permanent job with B, B & B

I am creating... nothing right now. I am thinking about projects like a Mojo Monday card, looking forward to the 3rd Chicks with Inkpads challenge and a new Friday Colour Inspiration.

I am hearing... Kanye West~ Heartless (love it)

Around the house... laundry needs to be done tonight and some of Alex's handy work is needed in my creative space.

Two of my favorite things... Ikea and chatting with Adriana

A few plans for the rest of the week... appointments, orientation for my new job, meeting with Janet and missing the Lunch Bunch on Tuesday

Here is a picture thought I am sharing with you...




















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For Today...

Outside my window... at 5:00 am, still dark and kinda cold.

I am thinking... about this mass hiring Bed, Bath and Beyond are having all week. Adriana and I are going this morning 7:45 am

From my scrapbook room... Kits, kits and more kits and a couple of cards

I am thankful that... I was able to file my taxes with the paperwork that I had. Hurray for refunds!

From the kitchen... homemade chicken soup....again....loves it!

I am wearing... a t-shirt (big surprise) and workout pants.


I am hoping... I don't get sick this week before leaving for N.Y.

I am creating... did I mention that I was creating kits to take away with me? I am also starting this Fridays colour challenge. Gotta get that done tonight!

I am hearing... no music....huh....why not? that's better....Toad the Wet Sprocket

Around the house... all is well, its clean!

One of my favorite things... friends who keep me on track when I forget

A few plans for the rest of the week... Dentist appointment, try to make to Lunch bunch, start training today, and start packing up!

..Happy Birthday Jack..
my little doo-doo!!

















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For Today...

Outside my window... Bright sun, with cold temperatures Spring is coming!

I am thinking... how much fun I am having planning page kits for my N.Y. trip we leave in 11 days......woo hoo!!!



From my scrap room.... see above almost at the point of picking out paper and embellies

I am thankful for... Alex, he is out walking Jack right now, thank you. Alex and his tight squeezing hugs

From the kitchen... Yummy pot roast for tonight (leftovers) this part is not from my kitchen....I want to say again South St. Burger Co. is AWESOME

I am wearing... my P.J.'s flannel pant and t-shirt (I think every week I say t-shirt)

I am re-reading... Breaking Dawn the final book in the Twilight Saga....I LOVE EDWARD!

I am hoping... that I get a lot of work done while in N.Y. and that I get to see stampin' lunch bunch chicks this week

I am creating... many things over the next week, I hope to get some card making in also

I am hearing... MSN calling me....hi Suzanne and Coldplay "in My Place" on my IPod

Around the house... not much this week, the regular up keep and maybe dinner out on Thursday.....Jack is napping already

One of my favorite things... Archivers. Its time for a trip back to MI soon I hope. Hey does anyone wanna come with?

A few plans for the rest of the week... Dinner with Alex Thursday, more planning, and visits with friends

Here is a picture thought I am sharing with you...












A really fun cap off a bottle of Point Premium
Root Beer, a good Root Beer is hard to find and it was Yummy!
I got it about a year ago while in Michigan and I am hoping to get in on a layout by the end of the month.

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The Simple Woman's Daybook

For Today... Monday February 23 2009

Outside my window... bright sunshine, still cold....why won't winter end

I am thinking... I should stop looking at the Stampin' Up! catalogue, my want list is growing quickly!

From my scrapbooking room... I made some more cards, and I really need to start my March challenge layout. Cards are my thing right now.

I am thankful for... MSN chatting (silly I know)

From the kitchen... home made soup is the best cold weather food!

I am wearing... Eeyor is on my pants and a t-shirt (again). PJ's.

I am reading... nothing at the moment

I am hoping... to get out a bit more this week and see some of my peeps

I am creating... a long list of projects to make. You Tube videos rock!

I am hearing... Vertical Horizon "Everything You Want" & Peter Gabriel "In Your Eyes"
while blogging

Around the house... a bit of laundry and cleaning today

One of my favorite things... my iPod, can't live without music!

A few plans for the rest of the week... Lunch Bunch Tuesday, Cut & Paste Wednesday and Stamping Bella on Friday

A cute card with a spot for a gift card inside.
I used the stamp rolling technique on the
Butterfly.









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For February 16th 2009

Outside my window...the sun is out and my grass is brown and my neighbor is doing some home improvements.

I am thinking...about my treadmill, I need to get on it today. I need to get on it everyday.

From my scrapbooking room...a little organizing today, colour challenge work and coming up with a challenge for this weekends online crop at www.scrapbookqueens.ca

I am thankful for... Alex and his geek-ish ways. Thanks for fixing the Wii.

From the kitchen... I am making my first pot roast in the slow cooker, I hope it turns out.

I am wearing...exercise pants (oh so comfy) and a t-shirt.

I am reading...a few of my favorite blogs.

I am hoping...to get all of the things I need done before Friday so I have some spare time this weekend.

I created... a few cards yesterday at Suzanne's place. I had a great time creating with Janet, Theresa, Suzanne and her mum. My abs hurt from all the laughing.

I am hearing...the dishwasher and Nina Simone "I Put a Spell on You" & "Feeling Good".

Around the house...I am thinking about painting the kitchen and master bedroom.

One of my favorite things...organizing.

A few plans for the rest of the week...Lunch Bunch on Tuesday, a trip to Suzanne's (yes again) a few drop offs for Tiiu and Theresa and some scrapbooking.

TTFN

Inspired by Barb

My friend Barb has been participating in this Simple Woman's Daybook and posting it on her blog
A Day in my Life.
I find it very inspiring and like how simple it is to journal about my everyday life once a week.
Let's give it a try!
If you would like to join in click on the picture on the left to visit The Simple Woman's Daybook blog.


FOR TODAY (February 11th 2009)...
Outside my window...Snow is melting and it's really foggy
I am thinking...about what do I need to get ready for tomorrow
I am thankful for...my friends
From the kitchen...I am trying to watch what I eat and get healthier
I am wearing...jeans and a t-shirt
I am creating...valentines for my family
I am going...to see Paige get sworn in to her Girl Guide group tonight (if that's what you call it?)
I am reading...Scrapbooks Etc.
I am hoping...to do something for Valentines Days with Alex
I am hearing...the washing machine
Around the house...Jack (our doggy) is sleeping
One of my favorite things...instant messages on MSN, I chat daily with some girlfriends
A few plans for the rest of the week: stamping lunch bunch with Suzanne, Tiiu and possibly Janet....& a shopping trip with Irena.

Today's Picture
Paige and her Guide Leaders








Thanks for the inspiration Barb!
The Simple Woman's Daybook will be posted on Monday's, I am behind this week.


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