The Simple Woman's Daybook...June

Something a little different today...
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Outside my window...the breeze is blowing and trees wave hello.  The sky is a light blue with long, wispy clouds.

I am thinking...about forgiveness, how hard it is, and how I long to be free of the pain I have been carrying.

I am thankful...for a God whose mercies are new EVERY morning.  Even if I mess up badly, each day is a new day.

In the kitchen...strawberry shortcake.  Mmmmm...

I am going...to take Levi to the eye doctor in a little while.  We will see if we need to continue this patching business.  Also going to mow the lawn today.

I am wondering...how this new school year is going to go, with all 4 kids at home, and if I really have what it takes to do this well.

I am reading...If I Gained the World by Linda Nichols.  Age of Opportunity by Paul David Tripp is next on my list.

I am hoping...for God to show us the way He has for us to go, one step at a time.

I am looking forward to...enjoying my kids all summer long.  Lots of swimming, hiking, picnics, and being with friends.

I am learning...to listen more than I speak.  I hope I am learning this, anyway...

Around the house...we are working on clutter and getting rid of things we don't need or use. 

One of my favorite things...reading on the porch on a day just like today, while the kids play peacefully on the swings and sandbox.  The little things are to be cherished and savored.  They are what make life worth living.

A few plans for the rest of the week...Noah's post-op appointment tomorrow,  a friend is coming over with her kids, hopefully some family time Friday.  Nothing big...and I like it that way.