Simple Woman's Daybook 12/21/11

FOR TODAY

Outside my window...foggy gray weather.  The kids are mad there is no bitter cold or snow.

I am thinking...I have so much material to sift through to prepare for homeschooling next month.  I admit I'm in a bit of an information binge.

I am thankful...For clear weather for holiday traveling! I am also thankful my cat's newfound illness is relatively benign and treatable (hyperthyroidism).

From the learning rooms...Nothing but Christmas and Chanukah books lately!

In the kitchen...We made some pretty terrible gluten free doughnuts this morning.  They were soggy inside and greasy.  But we do have plans to make all sorts of goodies for Ari's birthday and Christmas celebrations.

I am creating...I just finished the features of my one year old's Waldorf doll.  I need to make it some clothes and steal it back to give it to her as a Christmas gift.  I also need to finish her striped elf hat.  I really hate stripes in the round...

I am going...a little crazy.

I am wondering...How on Earth my house will ever be clean again.

I am reading...Underworld by Hancock, A Christmas Carol, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and Positive Pushing.

I am hoping...That I can finish my holiday crafting in time!

I am looking forward to...Seeing my family in a few days.

I am hearing...Lots of ruckus. 

Around the house...Christmas books and new presents everywhere!  But most of the Advent stockings are down now.

I am pondering...TPR use in teaching French.

One of my favorite things...Big baby kisses.

A few plans for the rest of the week:

Here are some pictures for thought I am sharing...