FOR TODAY, April 7th, 2026
OUTSIDE MY WINDOW ...
A mix of cloud and sun, it's cool. Some snow is expected tomorrow. A chilly day is expected today.
I AM THINKING ...
Eileen took the card from her sleep machine into the Sleep Shop to have it checked yesterday. Apparently before the machine she was stopping breathing on average 19 times an hour. Now it's only once. I think that's amazing.
I AM ALSO THINKING ...
I can't wait to see some color in the yards. Everything is still quite dismal.
I AM GRATEFUL FOR ...
My home. I am so grateful to have a roof over my head and the ability to pay for it. It is a special blessing from God.
I AM ALSO GRATEFUL FOR ...
This time I have to help Eileen get back on her feet again. We are going to work on menu plans and grocery lists. I cannot see where she will be able to afford to feed herself with only $80 a week. Yesterday she went with her worker and bought a loaf of bread, some popcorn, some soda, some water, some sugar free candy, sanitary napkins, some fruit and a few other tiny bits and it came to over $85. She had $10 on her rewards card so that came off, but still. Groceries are so expensive. I am really concerned. I think I will have to completely kit her kitchen out before she even begins.
Speaking of kitchen . . .
IN THE KITCHEN ...
Easy Hawaiian Hash Bake. A vintage recipe from a vintage cookbook. This was incredibly delicious with cubes of ham and sweet potato baked beneath a sweet and buttery pineapple brown sugar topping. Not only did it smell amazing while it was baking but the taste was absolutely incredible. We both really enjoyed this. It was a great way to use up some leftover ham.
ON MY "TO COOK" LIST ...
Southern Eats and Goodies. Quick Pickled Celery. This sounds really good.
THIS I BELIEVE ...
Its the only way I could have gotten through what I go through.
SOMETHING THAT IS NICE ...
A well manicured garden. I wish.
SOMETHING ELSE THAT IS NICE ...
Homemade bread. I need to make some.
I AM WANTING TO CREATE ...
Crochet poppies . . .
A crochet table mat. Very pretty. No pattern that I can see, but very pretty all the same.
Little lemon pouches . . .
Crochet key chains . . . cute.
SOMETHING I ENJOY ...
Finding random feathers in unexpected places. Angels . . .
SOMETHING ELSE I ENJOY ...
Illustrated quotes . . .
A pioneer unwaveringly endures the Oklahoma frontier in an epic adventure about a woman haunted by secrets and searching for home.
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Love that crochet table square..The colors..Do I even remember how? The price of things will only escalate..:( Very sad ..so many things..
ReplyDeleteCrochet is about the only hobby I can manage at the moment. I keep hoping for time to paint, but by the time I have finished my work, etc. it is too late and I am too tired. Yes, prices are really scary. I don't know how families are managing. xoxo
DeleteSo many pretty crochet items. I never learned to crochet but I can knit. So glad Eileen is sleeping better. I agree $80 isn’t very much for groceries a week with the way the prices are rising. We have leftover ham, and a sweet potato so as soon as I can buy a tin of pineapple, I’ll make your recipe. It looks so good. Have a pleasant day. It’s gotten quite cold here again. Yes, you must make bread. I’ve taken to making us a loaf of bread every third day. It is so delicious. Love and hugs, Elaine
ReplyDeleteIt really isn't much. I don't know how she is going to manage without my help. I will have to do what I can. I hope you try the casserole Elaine. It really surprised me. I wasn't expecting it to be as delicious as it was! Love and hugs, xoxo
DeleteLove the little crochet key fobs. We woke up to snow this morning, a layer over everything and it is very windy. YUCK Prices are dreadful everywhere, don't see it getting any better no matter how much one political party blames the other, it is worldwide. Price of gas is terrible. But no sense complaining as we have to eat and have to rely on vehicles to get out. Oh dear, time to think of positive things. I do so enjoy reading your blog every day it is like a chat with a friend. Have a good day and stay busy.
ReplyDeleteI thought they were really cute as well. My sister is making some wonderful animal ones. She is working on a chimpanzee at the moment. So cute. Yes, we have to try to stay positive if we can. Thanks so much for your kind words Linda. They really mean a lot to me. xoxo
DeleteI enjoyed this lovely day book, it’s always such a nice visit. 🌷
ReplyDeleteIt’s a worry about Eileen, I know, but with your help, planning and teaching now, she will be ready for this new phase in her life. I’m sending good, healthy, happy wishes to you and Eileen for a lovely day. God bless you. Virginia