I Feel Rich When...

There are often times I feel 'rich' and these are some of the things that make me feel this way.

• When all the laundry is folded and put away on the same day as washing
• Cooking a double batch of food, one for the week and one for the freezer
• When the fridge is full of cut fresh fruit and veggies
• Clean bathrooms
• Wearing brand new socks
• When the bathroom is fully stocked (full lotions, soaps, TP, etc...)
• Everything has a place and is in it
• When coupons have cut the bill by half

Anyone else feel rich?

Things I Always Forget to Do

There are somethings that are annoying when not done, but once I leave the room I never seem to remember to do them....

• Put RainX on windshield
• Defrost meat for dinner
• Recharge toothbrush
• Change light in spare room
• Put washer fluid in car

How about you, are there things that fall right out of your brain?

Homemade Items I'm not so sure about...

So far there have been a few things that I've made homemade that I'm not so sure about.

• Baking Soda 'Shampoo'
• Chap stick
• Dishwasher soap
• Laundry soap
• Eye Cream
• Tomato Soup
• Apple Cider Vinegar

Have you tried something homemade that didn't turn out well?

Thanksgiving Memories

I thought I'd look back and list some of my Thanksgiving Memories.

• Eating spinach at Granny's - almost couldn't get it down
• Walking on a beach  - watching surfers
• Aunt spilling a whole pumpkin pie in the oven
• Pecan Pie - Papa Al eating it by himself, making it for the first time by myself
• Crowded around the table at our house on Dennie Court
• Mom making a list of what we had at the meal
• Visiting my in-laws finding out they don't always have turkey!
• Watching football
• Playing video games and eating turkey dinner for 3 days straight (yes for breakfast, lunch and dinner!)
• Eating dinner at Spanish Moss

What are some of your memories for this wonderful holiday?

What I'm Thankful For

With Thanksgiving approaching it is only appropriate to list a few things I am thankful for!

1. Jesus Christ - my Savior
2. Family - so blessed by all the loved ones in my life
3. Friends - there friendships are so precious to me
4. My Home - Such a happy place to be
5. Freedom - it is not free and I am grateful to everyone to helps protect it

Okay those were the big things, but here are some smaller things that make everyday wonderful!

1. My Daughter's laugh - nothing much better on this earth
2. Kissing my husband every morning and every night - we have done this for 8 years
3. Seeing my parents several times a month - easy to say goodbye when I know I'll get to see you again soon
4. Chocolate - dark 70% or more so good 
5. Survivor - I just love watching people who are forced to co-exist
6. Discovering a new author - Charliane Harris is my new favorite

What are you thankful for this year?

Homemade Items I LOVE

I have been on a homemade kick and these are the items I love so much I will never go back to store bought!

• Lotions (hand salve, and body lotion)
• Sugar Scrub
• Deodorant
• Vinegar as a laundry softener
• Toilet Cleaner
• Shower Cleaner
• Granola Bars
• Kettle Corn
• Chicken Noodle Soup
• Beef Veggie Soup

Are there things you make homemade that are better than anything you could get at the store?

Travel List

When I travel I need a list to help me pack for the trip.  Here are the Categories I use in my travel list:

• Personal
• Toiletries
• Components
• Garments
• Food
• Kids
• Medical
• Other

Here is the document that I use.

If you have other categories I'd love to hear from you.

In the Fall get your Home ready for Winter Projects

In the Fall I like to get my home ready for winter by doing the following:

• Stock up Freezer:
• Soups
• Casseroles
• Fall Veggies
• Cookies
• Potatoes

• Organize Closets
• Put away summer items
• Get out coats and boots

• Deep Clean
• New Filter on Furnace
• Wash blankets and comforters
• Scrub Fridge

What do you do every year to get ready for the colder months?

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Fall Morning Joys

Fall morning joys:

• Morning sun on crimson red leaves of Japanese maple tree
• Smell of coffee delivered to me by my favorite barista, Karl, with frothy milk!
• Steamy hot shower
• Listening to talk radio while I curl my hair
• Creamy taste of blueberry banana smoothie with some crunchy sliced almonds for breakfast
• Smell of my favorite Bath & Body lotion, Japanese Cherry Blossom
• Looking for my warm winter coat on the first 32 degree morning

What are your favorite fall morning joys?

Fall House Projects

Fall Outdoor Cleaning List!

• Power wash the house
• Clean the gutters
• Check Roof
• Trim Shrubs and Trees
• Rake leaves
• Touch up on outside Paint
• Wash Windows
• Drain Hot Water Heater
• Organize Garage (swap summer items for winter)

What projects do you get done before the winter comes?

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Things I'd like to do in the Fall but never get around to doing.

There are always a few things that I never get around to doing in the Fall, even though I'd love to do them.

• Apple Picking
• Going to a Pumpkin Patch
• Long Walks when the leaves are at peak
• Reread all the Harry Potters
• Take Family Pictures

Is there anything you would like to do during the Fall, but never seem to have time to do?

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What I like to do on a cool rainy Fall day

What I like to do on a cool rainy Fall day.

Cool rainy days in the Fall are great for:

1. Drinking hot tea
2. Reading a good book
3. Snuggling under a blanket
4. Watching out the window
5. Drawing
6. Writing notes to reconnect with friends
7. Watching a movie
8. Baking cookies
9. Yoga
10. Listen to music

What do you like to do on rainy days?

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Happiness is a list

Happiness is making a list because:

• I can stay focused
• I get a kick out of crossing off an item!
• I have a place to corral ideas that I keep generating
• Once it is written down, I don't have to keep remembering
• I feel organized
• A list brings order to my planning
• I can make sure I am doing the most important thing - i.e. prioritize

List of Reasons Why I List

Here are a few reasons I love to write lists.

• Written purpose has power
• Set goals - so I can attain them
• Organize my thoughts
• A To Do list is manageable
• Crossing it out gives me a sense of accomplishment
• Collection of items (books to read, places to visit, presents to give, etc...)
• If I write it down, later I can see how far I've come
• Lists provide clear structure

What are some of your reasons?  I love to hear yours.