"In everything give thanks......." 1 Thess 5:18

Our journal and glimpses of an active, contented life in country Australia

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

FOR TODAY
Outside my window... the sun is shining brilliantly now at 6pm. It has been cloudy, sunny, then 5 minutes later a heavy shower of rain, an unusual day for our area. I was down near the PO when it started  to rain, but I had my trusty umbrella, so .... no worries.
I am thinking... it has been a good day, walking this morning, then to a morning tea put on by our local member to honour our annual Woman of the Electorate for her community work,  probably an Australia Day thing. I went along with a few ladies from our church group, then a friend called in this afternoon unexpectedly... a lovely day.
I am thankful for... my friend's operation, I heard from her hubby late last night, and thankful for a lot of other things too. 
From the kitchen... DH made our first home-made butter, and it only took a few minutes, and it is so sweet and tasty... and no chemicals or additives. I was making some delicious pumpkin soup while that was happening.  I've saved some of the Jap pumpkin seeds, hope to plant some later.

I am wearing... a sleeveless top and gym pants.
I am creating... nothing special
I am going... singing Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, then two weeks clear.
I am reading... nothing new this week. I did finish Chaff Upon the Wind though, I had put it aside for a few days..

I am hoping... still hoping and praying for my family
I am hearing...the evening news on TV
Around the house...could do with a little picking up
One of my favorite things... today....sweet homemade butter..... I will take some pics next time
A few plans for the rest of the week: Saturday we are going to a new music group in the area. I have been keeping up with them on Facebook.
Here is picture for thought I am sharing... I've been posting some scenic photos on the other blog 50+ and Loving Life
Here.... a youtube today

I won't be posting to The Simple Woman's Daybook, but if you would like to visit Peggy and see more Daybooks, click here.

And have a very pleasant week.
Love and blessings,

4 comments:

Joyful said...

Sounds like you are having a relaxing time and all is basically well. Isn't it a great feeling to make things from scratch, like your butter? Good on your DH. Hope you enjoy your singing gigs in the coming days. Blessings xx

Anonymous said...

I love reading a little slice of your day and homemade butter is very interesting. I don't buy store brands in butter/oleo because I can't understand some of the ingredients. Have a lovely day.

Barbara said...

Always so interesting, love your blog my dear friend, and home made butter, wow..hugs for your day, just commented on 50+ too, love you much..

Sr Crystal Mary Lindsey said...

Don't these women sing sweetly!
Home made butter and jap pumpkins soup, oh YUMMY!!! I am salivating. That book looks nice. I have about four waiting for me. Hubby is still in the USA and I am pleasing myself..
My little Monty dog is curled up on the floor and my daughter will be here shortly.
God is good!! Much love sent to you friend. xx