Love Notes for Hubby

I'm always looking for ways to keep our marriage fresh, as well as ways to show my husband I'm thinking of him. I purchased Mr. Love Notes from Dayspring about 2 weeks ago. The booklet is filled with 32 affirmations for your husband printed on tear out sheets. There is even space on the back for a personal note. I've given 3 to dh over the last 2 weeks. I put one in his drawer in the bathroom, one next to his coffee cup and another between his contact case and solution. He has really reacted positively to the notes! They are only 4.99 a pack or you could make your own...which I've done in the past.

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

Sidewalk

This is the layout for the new paver sidewalk to our front porch.

Here is the work in progress. The sand is used as the base for the pavers.

The pavers look all gray, but there is a variation in the colors. The edge is gray, the center is a blend of brown and gray.

Weird angle, but you get the idea.

This is the view from just above the steps. J still needs to do the step to the porch and backfill, but the rain is stopping that process. Landscaping is next!

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

Twins!

A friend of mine had twin girls. Here is Miss M with the girls. Aren't they the cutest?

~blessings~

Lisa

My Favorite Season is quickly approaching....

...FALL. I'm not usually into Halloween, but figured since we live in a rural area now and the kids don't get to trick or treat, I'm going to host a Halloween party for the kids, family and friends. I purchased the above magazines for some inspiration and ideas.
A new wreath for our front door from Sam's Club...

..and a Halloween photo holder from Pier 1 to display photos of the kids in their costumes.

Are you ready for Fall and Halloween?

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

Counter Stools for the Island

Since we moved in about a year ago, we had wanted to buy some small counter stools for the island. We thought they'd be great for the kids to use for breakfast, snacks, homework time and just to hang out on while mom is in the kitchen. I saw these Chagall counter stools at Pier One in July. They were on sale for 20 dollars off the original price of 69.99. I thought that was fair, but wanted dh's opinion on them and left the store without purchasing them.

Fast forward to yesterday, and I finally returned to Pier One to check out the items in their Wonderfall catalog. Lo and behold, the stools were on clearance for 29.98. We purchased two...and dh was with me. :0) I think they are the perfect size for the space.

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

First Day of School 2011

Our Seventh Grader ready to head out the door.

Our First Grader

Running home after the first day! I'm so happy that I was able to meet the bus on the first day of school. Miss M was just as thrilled I was that her mama get meet her bus.

I'm a bit behind on my blogging for a million reasons, but one of them is that I've taken on a position as a Middle School (grade 6)Math teacher. Much of my time is taken up with preparing for each day's lessons.

~peace and blessings~
Lisa

Never Forget...9.11

On this solemn day, we remember those our nation lost and the heroes of that tragic day. Ten years later, we remember. We will never forget.

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

Menu Plan Monday 5.11

Welcome to Menu Plan Monday for the week of September 5th. Here's our plan for the week:

Sunday~Bow Tie Pasta with Italian Sausage and Vegetables, French Bread

Monday~ Crescent Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans Almondine

Tuesday~Philly Cheesesteaks, Homemade Fries, Baked Beans

Wednesday~Hot Dogs and Macaroni and Cheese

Thursday~ Pizza and Wings

Friday~Fair Food

Saturday~BBQ Pepper Jack Chicken, Baked Potato Salad, Corn on the Cob

Have a super week!

Be sure to check out the other menu plans at http://orgjunkie.com

~peace and blessings~

Lisa

Enjoy Today! - Gooseberry Patch

Enjoy Today! - Gooseberry Patch

~peace and blessings~
Lisa