Whew. August is flying by, and I have nearly missed doing a Simple
Woman’s Daybook post. Better late than never.
Looking out my window
…
Wow. Glad I did that! I’ve been tapping away at my desk for
hours and missing all that beautiful summer sunshine.
I am thinking …
I’d better put down the mouse and get out there! (My sneakers
aren’t gonna run themselves.)
I am thankful …
Being self-employed can bring unique challenges. Everyone
seems to think the work-at-homer is constantly available to run errands, complete
others’ chores or projects, chat endlessly on the phone, or simply drop
everything at a moment’s notice (even for trivial interruptions).
Gee, did I just type
that out loud?
Still, freelancing offers freedoms that merit celebration. Sometimes we can load up our proverbial plates at our own discretion and clear chunks of time when we want or need it. So I am thankful.
One of my favorite things …
With summer winding down, I have to join the chorus of
autumn-lovers. I absolutely love the cooler, but still pleasant, temperatures.
I enjoy slipping on a cozy oversized hooded sweatshirt and strolling through miles of colorful
fall leaves.
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I am wearing …
You guessed it. I’m sitting at my desk, wearing a tech tee
and a pair of stretch running capris. And they’re going to have to stretch a
lot more, if I don’t actually step outside and run today.
I am creating …
I’m not exactly sewing or crafting much this summer. Sure, I
have a bin of fabric that beckons me to cut out a pattern or two.
On the other hand, I’ve had a few new Kindle books hit the
market this summer. Does that count?
I am watching …
Having recently joined Netflix (Sorry, I may have mentioned
that in an earlier post.), I am sort of night-binging on TV series I have
missed. Right now, I am watching Mad Men.
As a former advertising executive, who often hammered on the proverbial glass
ceiling, I find this intriguing and humorous and even maddening.
I am reading …
This summer has been a weird sort of reading journey for me.
For maybe the first time in my entire life (as a literature lover – no less), I
have started and quit FOUR novels. Honestly, that has never happened to me. I
have never had so much trouble finding fiction to love. I tend to be a
determined sort of person, and I hate quitting. So this has been a rather
significant frustration for me.
It’s been awhile since I read something that really grabbed
me. And I am hungry.
I am listening to …
I’m cranking a series of oldies on YouTube. Right now, this
is playing:
I am hoping …
For the past month or so, I’ve been dealing with a medical
process in which the solution seems to be worse than the initial problem. It’s
not life-threatening or anything, but it’s uncomfortable. In a nutshell, it
involves awakening old injuries, in an effort to bring more complete healing. But
it’s not exactly a party.
I am hoping this resolves pretty soon. Pain gets old – even a
dull ache grows tiresome.
I am learning …
Life’s answers can sound like clichés. But they’re still
hard-earned and honest and worth the effort.
One of the things I continue to learn is the importance of
having a few fun and faithful friends. Sure, we can have tons of acquaintances,
colleagues, and contacts. But the best kind are the ones who stick around in
the best and worst of times. I just spent a weekend with a wonderful group that
fits that description better than most.
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In my kitchen …
I have a bunch of bananas that have turned to a color that
means it’s time to bake banana muffins or bread. Peeling them for immediate eating
would be a messy endeavor.
In the school room …
I don’t have any students at home anymore. But, as I seem to say each month, I consider my life a school room of sorts. Sometimes I pick things up quickly, but lately I think I’ve spent time standing in the cloakroom as well. I have a friend who calls this God’s waiting room. But often I think He waits more for us than we do for Him. What patience He has.
I don’t have any students at home anymore. But, as I seem to say each month, I consider my life a school room of sorts. Sometimes I pick things up quickly, but lately I think I’ve spent time standing in the cloakroom as well. I have a friend who calls this God’s waiting room. But often I think He waits more for us than we do for Him. What patience He has.
In my garden …
My perennials are
looking sort of spent. Maybe it’s time for some mums.
Board room …
Whoa. I have 77
Pinterest boards. How did that happen? OK, several of them originally tied
in with subjects related to columns I wrote for various publications. Here’s a pin from
one of my horsey boards. The notecard pictured is
from CafePress.
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Post script …
C’mon, you knew there would be a horse somewhere in this
monthly roundup. At least, if you are a returning guest, you knew!
Shared Quote …
“Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a
misprint.” – Mark Twain (1835-1910)
A moment from my day
…
I’m pleased to find
that a few folks have inquired about one of my newest books, 10
gift registry no-no's for marrying couples: Follow these 10 tips to avoid a
wedding gift registry faux pas.
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And another title, 10
ways to make Facebook work for your job search: Going face-to-face with smart
social networking, is gaining some
traction as well.
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Closing notes …
This is my third
consecutive month of doing an entry for My Simple Woman's Daybook. I’ve enjoyed the process. Even more, I have
been pleased to visit participating bloggers and receive new visitors as well.
Here’s to September!
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