Lingerin' on the Simple Things

For today....Nancy's New Year Daybook...Monday, January 11, 2010

Outside my window.....it is dark and wet. Typical for this time of year in the Northwest. But I have noticed that the days are becoming ever so longer. Yeah!

I'm thinking....or praying actually for my husband, who is right now on his way to New York. He'll be staying in Saratoga Springs for 7 weeks. I miss him already.

I'm thankful for....having all my needs met. And then some. It's easy for me to worry needlessly. I have to remind myself of all the times and amazing ways the Lord has taken care of us.

I'm wearing....my work-out pants, t-shirt, runners, and two kittens across my lap.

I am remembering....uh, I guess I've already forgotten what I was supposed to remember! I need to make a few phone calls and take something out for dinner. I'll try to remember that!

I'm going....to exercise when I'm finished here. Started the Turbo Jam routine from BeachBody.com I love it!

I'm currently reading.....the Little House Series. Owen and Olivia are enjoying them. Last night we had fried salt pork for dinner, just like Laura used to eat.

I'm hoping.....Scott arrives safely in N.Y. and the job goes well so that he may come home on time, if not sooner.

Noticing that....the Christmas kitties, Wednesday Mittens, and Muffin are growing. Way to fast.

Pondering these words....."Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you: I will uphold you with my righteous hand.....For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." Isaiah 41: 10, 13.

From the kitchen....I haven't bake anything since Christmas Eve. I have a hankerin' for some cookies though.

Around the house.....kids will be busy with school and chores. I will be busy keeping up their spirits on this first day without Papa Bear around.

One of my favorite things.....kitties. They are so sweet.

A picture thought I'd like to share.....

Lit candles to chase away the dark and gloom on these dreary winter days.