Challenge update...

Just a note to say I haven't done much of anything with any of my challenges the past few days. A nasty cold has really hit me hard, and I haven't felt like doing much. I did complete a couple of handmade birthday gifts and got a really good start on a third one, and I think I have completed all I want to for the March decorating challenge as well. And that's about it! We have company coming on Sunday -- sure hope to be feeling better by then.

Life in Order Challenge, Day 4

Sunday night I came down with a cold which by now really has me in its grip. Consequently, I didn't accomplish much today except:

* A wonderful time of devotions

* Ate right all day

* Drank plenty of water

* Got quite a bit done on my Sunday School lesson

* Did some preliminary work for 3 handcrafted birthday gifts

* Did some scrubbing in Zone 3 -- used Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on fridge & microwave

And that's about it. I did spend a couple of hours at my parents', changing sheets, doing some laundry, dishes and cooking for them.

Life in Order Challenge, Day 5

Today was a fairly good day as far as this challenge is concerned:

* Had a wonderful devotional/prayer time.

* Exercised.

* Ate healthy all day.

* Accomplished Kelly's Mission for Zone 2 -- the kitchen.

* Finished outlining this week's Sunday School lesson.

* Did some ironing.

* Wrapped some birthday gifts.

* Got my grocery list made for the week.

* Kept up with my daily routines.

There may be more, but I have a cold and it's been a busy day going to and from the hospital for Mr. T's testing, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised that not more got done. Still, life is falling back into order, so I'm happy about that!

Zipping into Zone 2

This evening after supper (which I ate by myself, Mr. T being restricted to liquids for the next few hours) I had a few minutes to work in Zone 2, the kitchen. After all, how many dishes need to be washed in a situation like that -- liquids for him and microwaved leftovers for me? I had them done in no time and still had a sinkful of nice soapy water to use for Kelly's Mission -- the one where she has you cleaning the countertops and moving things like microwaves, coffeemakers, etc.

While the small appliances were away from the walls, I also cleaned the backsplash (which in my kitchen is made of mirror tiles). Then I scrubbed the canisters with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and cleaned a large glass churn (full of white lights) with Windex. Things are looking nice in Zone 2 tonight!

Life in Order Challenge, Day 6

Today was a good day. Here's what happened:

* Wonderful time of devotions this morning.

* Healthy eating all day long.

* Drank plenty of water.

* Finished reading a chapter in Body Clutter.

* Got some work done on my Sunday School lesson.

* Exercised.

* Planned menus for the coming week.

* Spent 15 minutes or more in Zone 2.

* Did some decluttering in my craft/gift storage areas.

That may be about it...

Menu Plan Monday for March 5

Monday again! This is a very special Monday -- March 5 -- for it is the birthday of two of my grandchildren! Sarah is turning six today and Sam is turning three.

This looks like a very different week, menu-wise. Mr. T is eating a clear liquid diet in preparation for some medical tests tomorrow, so I'm not planning much of anything for supper for Monday and Tuesday. Friday we may be having supper guests or maybe not, and Sunday we'll be having friends come for a visit of a few days and haven't decided yet whether to use the crockpot or take them out to a favorite restaurant. But here's my attempt at a menu plan:

MONDAY: Potato Cheese Soup (leftover from last Friday), Cornbread (leftover from Sunday)

TUESDAY: Maybe leftover soup and cornbread; depends on how Mr. T is feeling

WEDNESDAY: Pizza Frittata, Breakfast Potatoes, Grape Tomatoes

THURSDAY: Macaroni & Cheese, Herbed Carrots & Green Beans, Coleslaw

FRIDAY: Chicken Pie, Squash, Coleslaw, Cranberry Sauce, Cranberry-Apple Crisp

SATURDAY: Fusilli con Carciofi, Salad, Wheat Italian Bread

SUNDAY: Either eating out (Chinese food) OR Chicken Chop Suey (crockpot recipe from Patty's Pantry), Salad, Ice Cream, Cookie/Candy tray (goodies from freezer)

A busy weekend

It was a busy weekend!

Yesterday I had the opportunity to go to a women's Bible seminar at a church in Massachusetts. What a wonderful time it was! Wonderful Bible teaching from several different speakers, incredibly edifying music, and great fellowship with other ladies made it a special, special day. I was blessed to be able to reconnect with some dear friends while there. It was very uplifting and a great encouragement.

Often after a day like this, I'll come home with no idea what supper will be. This time the Lord inclined my thoughts toward leaving something all ready in the crockpot. That worked out so well! It was such a blessing just to have a hot meal all ready. Then after supper I quickly prepared ahead what I would need to take for today's potluck lunch. The kitchen was clean by 7 p.m.!

Today was a busy day at church... teaching Sunday School, then attending the morning service and enjoying a potluck lunch together. After lunch, we had our "evening" service at 2 p.m. We do this the first Sunday of every month and it's always a highlight of the month to have that precious fellowship together over a meal.

Yes, a busy weekend... but a truly blessed one.