What's Up Wednesday ~ June 2024

 Here we go finishing up half of 2024....And usually, the second half seems to go by fast.  That being said, the fall seems like a long time away as we have such hot weather this week! I am joining up with What's Up Wednesday and Hodgepodge.

What I'm eating this week........

Sunday - frozen pizza

Monday - celebrated with my parents for my dad's birthday

Tuesday - enchiladas

Wednesday - ravioli or chicken nuggets

Thursday - out

Friday - out

Saturday - ??

What I'm reminiscing about...........

A part of my job is collecting children's books and we are always in need of baby/toddler books.  Yesterday, someone dropped off donations and one of the books was "Pajama Time".  I read through the book again and it brought up such sweet memories of reading this to my girls when they were little.

What I'm loving.............

Brook being at home for the summer!  I love every minute of her being around. 

What I've been up to............

I have been keeping my 2 year old great niece this week, with Brook's help of course!

What I'm dreading...........

Holidays and a few other major things sadly, however, I'm pressing on in this hard world with hope.

What I'm working on............

I am working on blog posts, reading a book, regular work stuff, cleaning up around my house and trying to maintain the yard in this summer heat.

What I'm excited about...........

I have planned a trip for myself this fall!

What I'm watching/reading............

I am excited that the new season of The Bear comes out today!  I also resumed watching When Calls the Heart this season and enjoyed it.  I had taken 2-3 years off from watching this. I have also been watching a little bit of baseball on tv.

I am reading a book for book club next week!

What I'm listening to.............

I am listening to podcasts and a few random audiobooks, but more about those in next week's book post!

What I'm wearing..............

I am wearing dresses, dresses, and more dresses. I just don't photograph myself often to show what I've worn.

What I'm doing this weekend.............
We have a fun wedding to attend of a dear friend's son. I also hope to do a little more house organizing/cleaning. 

What I'm looking forward to next month...........

I have just a few things on the calendar next month....another wedding to attend, a baseball game and a soccer game.  I always enjoy watching the opening ceremony of the Olympics too! 

What else is new.............

New today is this week's Hodgepodge:

1. What do you think has remained the same about you your whole life? How has your perception of yourself changed over time? 

I am a loyal person and love to keep in touch with people. I love keeping up with old friends!

I realize I am valued and worthy of love for who I am & my identity is in Christ, not fulfilled by anyone else.

2. What was the first thing you learned how to cook? Do you prefer to cook or bake?

The first recipe I learned how to cook is a chicken and rice casserole.  That was my standard go-to for so long. I probably prefer cooking, because I am more nervous about if my baking will turn out okay or not.  But I do enjoy doing both and bake more now since I bake sourdough every week.

3. What are some of your current priorities in this season of life? Elaborate. 

My current priorities are to care for myself. I am caring for myself by trying to get rest, not put pressure on myself to do too much, freedom in saying yes and no's, and by reminding myself of God's promises towards me.  A part of caring for myself helps me to care for my daughters as best I can. 

4. How much time do you spend on your hair each day or, put another way, what's your hair care routine? Do you get it cut regularly or just whenever the mood strikes? Do you go to the same stylist every time? Do you tell your stylist everything? Any other beauty treatments you indulge in throughout the year? 

It depends on the day as to how much time I spend.  If I shampoo/condition my hair in the morning, I usually just dry it, brush it and go.  If I am using dry shampoo, I may using a styling tool, like a straightner to smooth my hair or a curling iron.  Sometimes I will use hot rollers and a few times, I have slept in curlers to have wavy hair in the morning.

My next door neighbor/friend is a hair stylist and has a studio in her home.  I literally walk right next door to get my hair cut and usually just do it when I feel like a I need a haircut.  She is the best neighbor!  

I have just recently seen a few grays appear,so I will spray some highlights in my hair and have started using some styling powder, but I don't use super expenisve products on my hair.

5. What is the most awe-inspiring place you've visited? 

I have been to some beautiful places, but two places come to mind....

In the USA ~ Glacier National Park, Montana

Outside the USA ~ Machu Picchu, Peru *one of the 7 wonders of the world*

6. Insert your own random thought here.

I am tired. I have been going to bed by 9pm every night this week after caring for a 2 year old.  Shout out to all the moms.