Happy Homemaker Monday 12-15-25

 

Woke up to these temps for this Happy Homemaker Monday.

** The Weather **

** As I look outside my window **

BrrrrRisk but Sunny afternoon...

 ** Right now I am **

Though started this post earlier, I'm finally getting it finished [what a day!]

** OOTD **

Normal winter attire of Leggings & Sweatshirt.

** Thinking and pondering [how I'm feeling] **

Getting back to my old self...ran in Hot Chocolate race last Saturday and was able to really clear my mind a bit.

 

** What I'm reading **

Devotions-Spiritual

Then She Was Gone-pleasure read [starting to finally get good]

Successful Women, Speak Differently-Self Improvement [trying to plug along..]

** TV Shows this week **

 All of the Sheriff Country series done,

Fire Country series Done,

Tracker series done,

Good Witch just started recording again,

Bravo's [anything] RHO

Still have several movies to fill in with ''white background noise'' 

** Menu Plan **

 Not entirely sure 

** No unNecessary Spending Challenge Update **

December Challenge Goal 26/31 -- so far 14/31

 

** Goal/To Do List **

Banking,

Work on Christmas Cards,

** Around The House **

Basic's daily

 

** Project this Week **

Refresh floors,

finish up office space [trying to figure out the right ''flow'']

** Today's Motivation **

** Something fun to share **

I have my last 'for me' race on Saturday - Candy Cane 5K

Signed up for HC2026 [I really need to update race calendar]

**  Calendar/Schedule this week **

** From the camera **

JinX cuddles every morning, he lays his paw around my neck which makes me think of what I used to sing to the Kid & G'kids..

''I love you a bushel & and a peck, bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck''

** Reflection(s) **

Wonderful Wednesday

 I'm pleased with myself....

 

last night's Beginner's Tarot Class was a bit eye opening...for me the cards were spot on! Random card pulls and this arrangement was what I drew for myself,  

With my [about me] Final card before end of class...don't balk, I did feel lighter afterwards.  

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This morning temps were the high for the day...''we'' hadn't taken the time to put the raised bed to bed for the fall/winter season, so bundled up and trying out my newfound head gear out I went. 

Harvesting the last of the Sage & Basil...

 
Pulled off the plastic cover, and used the sheers for the Clematis,

'Supposedly' central Ky is going to have a bad winter this season.

Extra protection should help. 🤞

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Warmed up a bit, ate lunch, then off to Bible Study...

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After I went to Kroger for Chicken breast that was on sell...do I need to count this as a spend day?? Thinking no since it's a restock.

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Looking out the window I see this,

There're only 4 houses on this block...Christmas time is here!!!

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Tonight was the Mr's McDowell House Christmas party..

[not my best selfie]

    

My Mr doing what he does best,

Hobnobbing & making connections.

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Home at last, light dinner of veggie soup and relaxing with Mr watching DVR'd Chicago Med...it's colder out and the wind has picked up a bit, but oh so cozy !

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My Gal Pal is on her way home from Az...coming from 70° temps to our cold winter temps.

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Tomorrow isn't as busy [for now..], but will be race prepping for a busy weekend ahead!

 

Tuesday Tidbits

Here we go again...#insomnia

The angel number 111 signifies new beginnings, manifestation, opportunities, and spiritual awakening, acting as a cosmic green light that your thoughts and intentions are aligning to create your reality. It's a powerful message from the universe, amplifying the number one's meaning of creation, determination, and self-improvement, urging you to focus on your goals, trust your path, and embrace positive change.

Key Meanings of 111:

Manifestation: A strong sign that your thoughts are materializing quickly; focus on positive outcomes.

New Beginnings: Signals fresh starts in career, relationships, or personal growth.

Spiritual Awakening: A call to listen to your intuition and connect with your higher self.

Alignment: Shows you're on the right track and in harmony with your purpose.

Opportunity: Good fortune and achievement are on the horizon.

What to do when you see 111:

Stay Positive: Consciously focus on what you want, not what you fear.

Take Action: Use this energy to start projects or pursue goals.

Trust Your Intuition: Pay attention to inner guidance and signs from the universe.

Be Aware: Notice recurring 1s on clocks, license plates, or receipts as messages.

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Ethel got her ''Winter'' check up this morning...the Mr comments every once in a while, wonder what they'll think when you bring in a Mazda SUV. Let me go on record by saying I do plan on keeping my girl for a very long time. Even if I need to replace a few odds & end parts. Unless that cost more than what half a year's car payment is, Ethel is here to stay. JusSayin

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I promised there would be a prize drawing for those that signed up on team

A Runners Mom and More for JBJ...

combined (not sure why I had 2 teams) team members = 25.

Sergio won 15$ @starbucks gift card.

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 Tonight, I'm going to this Tarot Class, they're going to teach me to explore the basics of the traditional Rider–Waite tarot deck. They say we’ll uncover a touch of history behind the cards and walk through practical, step‑by‑step guidance to help connect with your own deck. 

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** Other Tuesday Tidbits **

I've done 4 loads of laundry,

the G'kid's cousin had her baby late last night so we went and saw them,

helped unload a spin bike [what am I thinking],

wrapped a few gifts,

banking is done

bill pay updated,

secured hotel for Indy Mini,

ran dishwasher...

signing off for now to finish up dinner and visit with the Mr. 

 

Happy Homemaker Monday 12-8-25

 

The Days are zooming by...is everyone ready for Christmas??

Let's link up with Sandra for this edition of Happy Homemaker Monday.

** The Weather **

🤔 this doesn't look right...

** As I look outside my window **

The weather report for some reason doesn't show the current situation of Snow coming down.

 ** Right now I am **

Working on this post before volunteer shift.

** OOTD **

Leggings & warm hoodie...

** Thinking and pondering [how I'm feeling] **

Feeling good, ran yesterday and slept so much better...

 

** What I'm reading **

Devotions-Spiritual

Then She Was Gone-pleasure

Successful Women, Speak Differently-Self Improvement [trying to plug along..]

** TV Shows this week **

Playing catchup and watching all of the Sheriff Country series,

Good Witch,

Bravo's [anything] RHO

Still have several movies to fill in with ''white background noise'' 

** Menu Plan **

 Chili

 Veg soup

 Grilled Chicken

 Meat loaf

 Leftovers

** No unNecessarySpend Challenge Update **

December Challenge Goal 26/31 -- so far 7/31

[Kid Christmas dinner request=shopping trip, ??maybe a necessary??]

** Goal/To Do List **

Laundry - 2 loads done already this morning

Master Race List,

Update project list,

Inventory pantry for winter months,

1 last Sam's club purchase for non-perishables,

** Around The House **

Daily Basic's 

 

** Project this Week **

Finish refreshing hardwood floors,

** Today's Motivation **

Average Pace of 14:18...!! And this after not hitting it a lick during November.

** Something fun to share **

I have a beginner's Tarot class tomorrow night that my friend from Mystic Bluegrass is hosting...

**  Calendar/Schedule this week **

Additional Auxiliary Gift Shop hours beginning January... at least for now.

Thursday's will be dedicated to Kiwanis & Chamber Business.

Mahjongg may possibly move to Tuesday evening as another player [hopefully] is coming on board and that's her only available time to play, this helps due to the Mr has chorus rehearsal on Tuesday night's.

** From the camera **

You know that feeling when you're getting ''stared'' at?? Yep, my Goober has been doing this lately.
 

** Reflection(s) **

If you are in a ''bad'' news situation...Change the Channel!

Shewee Saturday!!

 Shewee...Saturday morning Early:Thirty wake up!

3 events today...THREE! Starting with doing photography for Girls on the Run Central Ky chapter,

Around 750++ little girlie's in various school programs along with their family members.

There were encouragement signs such as this all along the 5K course.

Next up was a new Sugar Plum race nearby in Versailles...which meant a small window between the 2 races. I headed to a McDonald's to eat a late breakfast

and worked on my weekly planning while there. My good deed for the day=sitting across from me a Grandpa with his grandson was waiting on their food to get delivered...the boy thought he was getting the new craze Grinch meal, well they're 12$. You could tell he was a little bit disappointed, but didn't say too much. I eased dropped their convo and you could tell the boy only had Grandpa as a male figure. I finished what I was working on, emptied my tray, and as I was leaving ask the cashier to deliver a Grinch meal to the boy with a Merry Christmas message, Hopefully it made his day, it sure made mine! So onto Sugar Plum I went...I was getting a little tired of being chilly even with layers on [plus kinda tired]. 130+ signed up which is a great turnout for an inaugural event. The Kid and her friends ran so it was nice to spend some time with them along with several other of my runner kids. Luckily they all finished early enough I could get back home in time to have all the tabs running loading 2 race photos going...

While waiting I managed to eat a small bite and get warmer clothes on and meet up with fellow Kiwanian's for the parade. 

And Yep... there's my Mr !

He's like an Honorary member so of course very needed to help out, LOL

We are double & triple bundled up, LOL.

#teamCline always!