Daybook

For Today, February 23, 2009

Outside my Window... it is gray and rainy. The clouds are coming down the mountains, here at my parent's house, and it might even snow!

I am thinking... that I am thankful that we are here safe and sound and the last few days are completed. We'd been busy completing our packing, the movers came on Friday and were there for HOURS and Hours, Saturday we cleaned the townhouse all day and had a walk through with our landlords, and yesterday, Sunday, we woke up early (3:30am) and finished packing up the car and got on the road at 10 minutes to 5am. We drove from Santa Monica, through five states, and drove into my parent' driveway in Western Colorado last night in time for a late supper around 7pm.

It was wonderful today to just rest and recuperate from the past few days.

From the school room... The school room is packed, but we did bring a small box of Lloyd's favorite books, puzzles and toys along with us. Haven't gotten it out yet, though, because he has been enjoying playing with "Nana's" toy box - the contents of which are new to him again since he last saw them at Christmas!

I am thankful... that we are out of our house and out of Southern California. Now we can focus on this growing baby, T.'s classes and job search and loving each other as a family.

Of course, now that we are out of California, we heard today about a potential opportunity there! :) If it worked out, we'd be headed back! :) (But probably not to Southern California, this would be more central/northern-ish)

From the kitchen... Mom and I made some Elk & Vegetable Stew and some sourdough focaccia is rising for dinner tonight. I'm working on thinking about some Lenten meals for Wednesday and Friday . . . My parents are non-denominational Christians (not Catholic) so beginning the season of Lent with them will be (hmmm . . . what's the right word? different? Awkward?) a new, thought and discussion-provoking experience for all of us.

I am creating... a list of ideas in my head for a trip to JoAnn's later this week with mom. She wants to do a few baby crafts while we're here! Thinking of whipping up a few nursing covers, swaddling blankets and burp rags.

I am wearing... Jeans a black V-neck sweater, "diamond" studs and a low ponytail. Also brought out my Bella Band once again to help with support on this heavy tummy of mine.

I am reading... my Google Reader bloglines, and the last two issues of Better Homes & Gardens here at mom's! I'm working on a Lenten reading list and thinking of picking up a copy of Journey to Easter: Spiritual Reflections for the Lenten Season in the next few days. I'm also re-reading Ina May's Guide to Childbirth.

I am hearing. . . quiet. Naptime.

Around the house... Well, we're at my parent's house! We are living out of suitcases and a few small boxes, but enjoying this time with them!

One of my favorite things... that I need to do more often is PreNatal Yoga. My lower back has really been hurting these past few days with the move and the cleaning and the long, extended car ride and I need to re-stretch everything back out. Maybe this afternoon.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week ...

• Hopefully, HOPEFULLY, finding out which state we'll be moving to.
• And then, once that is done, setting up an appointment for me with a doctor there.
• Lent begins, and I'm re-reading my posts, prayers and links from last year to get my head and heart in line with the season, which I've basically forgotten due to the rest of the stress we've been going through.
• Research and find a nearby Catholic church to attend Ash Wednesday services with T. and Lloyd
• Craft time with my mom
• RELAX!!!!
  

Here is a picture thought I am sharing . . .for the beginning of Lent this week.



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