The Simple Woman Day Book Nov 21

The Simple Woman Day Book 

For Today...November 21, 2016

Outside my window...
Cold and blustery!

I am thinking...
How fast time flies when Im having fun!

I am thankful...

that  God knows everything..  actually knew it  before the foundation of the world. ...nothing  is taking Him by surprise and He is still reigns on high!   He is in control  and   nothing happens,  but by his permissive or direct will...  Therefore, I can rest !!!

I am wearing...my long harvest house dress and purple sweater.. Chilly!

I am creating...
Getting the sewing machine out to finish a couple of holiday projects with my daughter!

  

I am wondering..what we will have for Thanksgiving... This year it isnt my call, but I hope to help!

I am reading...

Jesus Calling  Devotional 

1Thessalonians chapters 4-6
IIThessalonians

I am learning...
at least trying to learn patience...  if I just didnt get so  tired of waiting!!!

My granddaughter taught me a new song about waiting

When I wait. I can play. I can sing or imagine anything!

I am hoping...
For everyone's    upcoming travel mercies.. that all arrive at their destinations safe, sound, and  in shape... then I pray  everyone gets back home  in same...  safe and soundly!!

In my garden...leaves are falling all around i only see leaves and no bit if ground!

In my kitchen...
planning tons of holiday food...  more on that later!!!

A favorite quote/scripture for today...

    One of my favorite things...

I just discovered    a new creamer
  a  real favorite... Natural Bliss  Salted   Caramel!!!

From the board room... Pinned from my board...

Super moon over our fair city

Saved from

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Post Script
May the peace of God  reign over our nation and may the spirit of God  dispel the angst of the  enemy  who  appears to  have a hold of so many ...   may their hearts be warmed and  may common sense  return to the land...  In Jesus  name!!!

Joy Dare for November 10, 2016

Ann Voskamp introduced us to the daily habit of finding the joy all around us in her book, 1000 Gifts. On her website she encourages taking part in the Joy Dare and your can find everything you need to know here!

Today's challenge is to share  3 gifts  from scripture that reflect our  thanksgiving..

Donald Trump will  sit in the White House,  but  God is still on His throne!  And  Mr. Trump has vowed to seek  the Lord's council!  Praise the Lord!

"the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.

From that time on Jesus began to preach, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near." 

Matt. 4:16-17

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The weather outside is::::

Very cool nights and lovely bright days...today's high will be

66 degrees, lows 42. 

On the breakfast plate this morning::::

As is my usual blessing from my dearest,  my morning coffee  and  fruited yogurt cup.  I  have that rather  early  each morning,   so by mid morning  I  usually  add a bit of something.. today it is  a boiled egg and toast.

As I look outside my window:::

The leaves are coming down and  it is time to begin raking... BAH!!!

Right now I am::::

I am trying to get in the Christmas mood...    working on Christmas stuff...  so Im listening to Pandora. .. my Piano Guys  

Christmas station..

Actually, I can listen to Christmas music all year long!!!!

As I look around the house::::

The dining room table is loaded with  Christmas gifts  I've been wrapping..I want to start my Christmas cards  this week...  I have  definite reasons why  I am  way ahead of schedule...you know  when you  children have dual  families to   consider..  parents must fall in line  with  children's plans...  which is  great... I am so blessed to have such wonderful  children and grands!

On today's to do list::::

Laundry....bed  linens,  towels,  my  colors

Hardwood floors..... mopped
Downstairs vacuumed

Bedroom....  change linens  and wash

Happening this week::::

Hubs to  doctor  for checkup
Corporate prayer  event later today

VOTE!!

Prayer gals  coffee   and celebration

Friends  celebrating a late birthday dinner  for hubs

 Potluck  meal with  cousins

Currently reading::::

I Thessalonians

Faithing Faith by Denise Hunter 

"Set in the high-pressure world of a Chicago television newsroom, author Denise Hunter brings to life a story of intrigue and integrity, of secrets divulged and promises kept." 

I am also doing a 30 day Thanksgiving Gratitude Prayer Guide.. It isnt too late to get started on it!!!

Another great  Scripture learning  tool:

On the TV today::::

Im not into too much tv lately...  I did  enjoy last night's weekly installment of Poldark

On the menu this week::::

Monday - grilled cheese sandwiches

Tuesday -  Chef salad and baked potatoes

Wednesday - pork chops, peas, and rice

Thursday - Barbecue

Friday -  pot luck

What I am creating at the moment::::

Matching aprons for  daughter and  her  three year old

I have also made a Christmas table runner    and  will be  helping  daughter  to make herself a Thanksgiving  runner for her holiday table.

New recipe I tried or want to try this week::::

Libby's Easy Pumpkin Crumb Cake

INGREDIENTS

1 can (30 oz.)  Libby's Pumpkin pie mix

2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) evaporated milk

2 large eggs, slightly beaten

1 pkg. (18.25 oz.) yellow or spice cake mix

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Whipped topping (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

PREHEAT oven to 350° F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking pan. 

COMBINE pumpkin pie mix, evaporated milk and eggs in large bowl. Pour into prepared pan. 

COMBINE cake mix, melted butter and nuts in large bowl until crumbly (clean hands may be used). Sprinkle over filling. 

BAKE for 50 to 55 minutes or until golden brown on top. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars. Top each serving with whipped topping, if desired.

Favorite photo from the camera::::

Our lil  ballerina  at practice!

Prayers, Inspirational Quotes or Devotionals::::

Psalm 62:6-7

6 He only is my rock and my salvation;

He is my defense;

I shall not be moved.

7 In God is my salvation and my glory;

The rock of my strength,

And my refuge, is in God.

FFF

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Time is flying, isnt it!!!!
1.  I cannot believe it is already the end of the  first week of November...  for  us, literally Christmas, is  a few weeks away.
all I can say is thank goodness for  online shopping

Looking for UPS  packages  from  Jacques Penney,  LL Bean,   Grandin Road, Amazon, an Old Navy.

2.  Thank goodness  the  Lord  actually  seemed to send us  to Walmart yesterday...  it was like  Christmas had just arrived there... the inventory was  fresh and  not one bit picked over... In an hour we  had  just about  all the stocking stuffers we could  haul to the car..
HUbs  consolidated  our shopping into bags  in the dining room.. so  soon I will be wrapping like a  paper, tape, and ribbon mad hatter!

3.  So  over the past couple of days I have finally gotten my sewing machine out.  I had to  study a couple of youtube videos on how to thread this new fangled machine...  after I got the  gist of it, I love it...  and  I  started  my  lil' project for  our  sweeties...

Ok,,   easy-peasey..  but    for me  it was a bit daunting... I  made a  darling  apron for our lil chef.. 

I need to  press it..  and you may have noticed  my  Christmas  snowflake print  fabric  that I only need to  finish some hand work on...  it is a table runner  for   when I use my  red transferware  dishes... 

I  have fabric  cut out and ready to go  for daughter's  gift...    but  not  quite up to  undertaking that one yet!!

4.Tonight  is the  last  area  Intercessors for America group meeting prior to the election..I cannot tell you how iomportant it is  to  be informed.. study the platforms,   and   pray  about this election...  and most of all.. VOTE!!!

 

5.

THis precious  baby doll  is  my impetus for  prayer and  doing all I can  to  insure  a  better  future  for  our nation and the world...  God is our only hope!!!