Happy Homemaker Monday

The weather in my neck of the woods: Couldn't be nicer fall day! 65 degrees, sun reflecting off the beautiful fall colors...just love it!

One of my simple pleasures: snuggling with my hubby on the couch after Hannah goes to bed

On my bedside table: same 'ol

On my TV: off

On the menu for tonight: Quiche

On my To Do List: sweep and mop the floors, clear the flowerbeds, pay bills

New Recipe I tried last week: Starbucks Pumpkin Scones made with real pumpkin~ delish!

In the craft basket: Hoping to make some hairbows this week

Looking forward to: meeting my new niece or nephew...hopefully this week!!!!! & dressing Hannah up for Halloween

Homemaking Tip for this week: Mix 1/2 vinegar 1/2 laundry softener (such as downy) to stretch your softener...works great!

Favorite Blog Post of the week (mine or other): Let God Help You

Favorite photo from last week:Love this pic of Hannah and her friend Lilah enjoying a beautiful fall day

Lesson learned the past few days: A few hurtful words will undo the many kind words.

On my Prayer List: My sister who is due any day! Jon, who just returned to Iraq, missionary friends, Pastor Marian in Russia.

Scripture Reading, Key Verses:
Galatians 5:16" Live by the Spirit and you will not gratify the desires of your sinful nature."

"My sin-O the bliss of this glorious thought,

my sin- not in part but the whole,

Is nailed to the cross & I bear it no more.

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!"