Friday, October 19, 2007 at 09:30 AM

Greetings!  We are all smiling like our counterparts above (instructions found in last month's Martha Stewart Magazine.)  Today there is no school because of Mid-Term Break.  Yes, life at a slower pace definitely suits us better.  Just when you think your batteries are going to run out, along comes the opportunity to recharge.  So, so grateful.

Real hot chocolate (made with foamy milk cooked on a stove) was especially tasty on this drizzly morning.  Most mornings we pile into our van with our stainless steel mugs- the drinks only cooling off enough to get a few sips in before arriving at school.

Lots planned for today in the "stay-in-your-jammies" kind of way.  The girls and I are going to do some projects together.  Take a look at these.  Cute huh?  I think that we might be able to come up with a similar version- one that doesn't cost so much!

This poor girl needs a body. Along with a few outfits.

 

One doll- three daughters, that spells disaster!  Perhaps I'll hang onto her until I am able to make her some friends :)

Finishing up some odds and ends too.  This apron needs some hand stitching then it is off to it's recipient. 

I sordove want to keep it.  I love the green linen. 

These little coasters were so easy and would make a great gift too.

Again, the instructions are found in last month's Martha.  They were thought up by Joelle Hoverson from Purl.  Very quick project!

And yes, I am sure that we will find ourselves doing some chores as well.  I have been giving Emma a bit more responsibility.  She can unload the dishwasher, wipe down her bathroom, and will organize anything!!  Her help has been invaluable. 

Hannah and Laurel on the other hand...

 

Well, I love them anyways!  Hope to be back soon with more crafty updates!

much better

A few bits of my day:

Soaking and roasting seeds from our sunflowers.

A bit of sewing while the girls slept.

A bit of chocolate chipping when they were awake. (A LOT of eating too)

Thanks for your comments on yesterday's post, nice to know I am not the only one!

made it!

I didn't actually make any "things" today (except 50 bazillion snacks and 3 square meals).  I really, really want to do some sewing!  Tomorrow afternoon perhaps.

I did make it through school pictures- or at least I equipped my children to make it through them.  Hair is a big deal around here these days!!

I made it through recess as "the monitor", no major issues to report. I wanted to ask if I could take my whistle home for more practice.

I made it through a trip to the vet with our new kitty.  She has a bit of a cold.  And knowing me, you know that this was a big deal for me.  I am not a huge lover of animals.  I guess the Doula in me came out as I tried to comfort this kitty through her rectal temperature procedure!

I made it through a flurry of afternoon phone calls mixed with book reading, spelling words, annoying neighbor playmates, and dinner making.

I made it through the first class in the next series of my classes.  Three lovely couples, so enjoyable.

Yes, I made it through this day.  I have to say this because there were moments when I wasn't so sure that I would.  Sometimes I am very irrational :)  I don't like just "making it" through the day.  I would much rather enjoy it.  None the less here we are, and tomorrow is a new day.

Ahhhh breathe.