The Simple Woman's Daybook . . .

 

FOR TODAY, April 17, 2018 

Outside my window ...

Its cold and windy. Wonder when the double digit temps are supposed to show up? They promised! 

I am thinking ...

They said my eye test looked good yesterday, but won't know for sure until the experts look at it.  Fingers crossed! That bus station is really far from the town centre.  I was in agony by the time I got to the place for my eye test and then back. The night before in bed my knee was feeling like someone was driving an ice-pick through it, so it was quite painful walking yesterday, but I did it.  I hate that I am only 62 and am hobbling about like this.  Its a bit depressing to think about.

In the kitchen ...

 

Pizzadillas. What a fab snack. In all truth we had them as a meal, but they would be great for game night! The quesadilla that's a pizza! 

On my "To Cook" list ... 

 

From Mae Bell's.  Grilled Zucchini Humous Wraps.  These look fabulous!  

Good to know ... 

 

I am creating ...

  

Mile a Minute Baby Afghan, from Your Crochet.  Free pattern. 

 

Love Knitting, a ribbed and ruffled tea cosy. Not free, but not overly expensive either.  Instantly downloadable pattern. Love the colours. It looks vintage. 

 

Pom Maker. How to make a Panda PomPom. Cute!  Complete tutorial.  

 

Drops Design. Free Sunhat Pattern. Perect for beginners.  

 

Watermelon Bunting, The Little Bee.  

I am reading ...

 

The Kennedy Debutante by Kerri Maher  

A riveting novel following the exploits of Kathleen "Kick" Kennedy, the little known and rebellious daughter of America's royal family.

London, 1938. Kathleen "Kick" Kennedy has already taken England by storm, when she is presented to the king and queen. The effervescent It Girl of London society since her father was named the ambassador, Kick moves in rarified circles--dancing and drinking champagne at the hottest nightclubs and attending the horse races with nobility. One such acquaintance is Billy Hartington, the future Duke of Devonshire.

Though initially reticent, the tall, handsome man sweeps Kick off her feet, but the obstacles to their love are many. Kick is a self-proclaimed triple threat--American, Catholic, and of Irish descent--all unacceptable to such a traditional family as Billy's. And as WWII looms, she is ripped away from the country she has grown to love and the man who has stolen her heart.

Returning to the States, Kick throws herself into making a difference. Becoming a journalist gives her a voice--and a chance to step out of the shadows of her accomplished brothers, including the charismatic Jack. Then as America is drawn into the war, Kick will discover where her true loyalties lie--with family or with love...

Only just starting this. I have always held a fascination for the Kennedy family and it is rare you see anything much witten about the girls.

Looking forward to ... 
There is a pot luck lunch at the chapel today to celebrate Sister Boyer's 70th Birthday. (She is the wife/senior Missionary couple that just arrived in our Ward a few weeks back.)  We were supposed to be having them to us for tea tonight, but will make that happen another time now.  A luncheon and a tea appointment on the same day are a bit much.

Dreaming about ... 

 

Breakfast for two on an Italian terrace  . . .    

 

Romance on a Gondola . . .    

 

An Italian vineyard  . . .    

 

Italian pasta makers  . . .  tortellini  . . . 

 

Cafe culture  . . .    

  

Something to watch ... 

 

 Singing with Angels, on Netflix.  Very good.  Watched it for the second time last evening.  Its about the Tabernacle Choir.  Beautiful music.  Great storyline.  Very enjoyable. 

A Quote for the day ...

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       what to do with the time

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Makes me Smile ... 

  

Maryn and Cameron, monkeying around.  They are growing up too quickly  . . . 

Corners of my Kingdom ... 

  

Blooming heather in the Peak District . . . the Peak District is an upland area in England at the southern end of the Pennines. It is mostly in northern Derbyshire, but also includes parts of Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire.

And that's my daybook for this week!



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  ⋰ ⋮ ⋱ blessings in life.*´¯`.¸¸.☆


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BOOK OF MORMON CORNER

Today's Reading - Alma 4:5-20 

Question - What problems was Alma having with some members of the Lords church? What was his plan to rectify it? Have you seen parallels in your own life?  

 

Thoughts - Costly apparel, riches, possessions, high income, precious things, not evil things in themselves. But it was the fact that they loved these things, their hearts were placed upon them . . . so much so that they became intolerant of others. Which brought people turning their backs on the needy, the hungry, the sick, the afflicted. Not only turning their backs, but also persecuting these people. It is very much happening today too. I know I have to be very mindful to not be sucked into the world, and get caught up in the idea that things are mine, that I deserve or need to buy expensive clothes, rather than reasonably priced clothes, or I need to buy a big home and expensive car, then decorate my home in a certain way, or spend income on holidays. These are the teachings of the world and a trap that is so easy to fall into. The opposite of this would be big fat donations in fast offerings, most closest to the widows mite. At a past conference I heard something that struck my mind, it was if you build up a kingdom on the earth, that is exactly what you will inherit, it was a powerful realisation! The widow to me symbolises true faith that God is the provider of everything and He will provide. I don't know that I have that type of faith yet but I am working on it! 

 

Tomorrow's Reading (Day 143) - Alma 5:1-25 

Question - Please take the time to be prayerful and answer Alma's questions to yourself today. What have you learnt from the reading?

Have a great day!  Don't forget!

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And I do too!