DITL - A Good Day

I managed to get a few things done that I haven't been able to do due to my back and neck injuries. I woke up early in the morning to say goodbye to our friend who camped out overnight. Then I realized that I was feeling better, so I took advantage of the situation. 

I made 3 loaves of 9-grain bread. I've only baked bread twice in the past 7 months.  

I potted a plant that our friend gave us.

I lit a candle. FYI - Some of the WoodWick candles are
marked down $10 at Wal-Mart.

I turned on some worship music first thing in the morning
and enjoyed a cup of Jane. (Tea)

I spent the day before playing games in the truck camper
with our friend.

I really have not been cooking very much. Just enough to get by and we have been using some unhealthy packaged foods. I made Number One Husband oatmeal for breakfast and tostadas for lunch. I made a batch of chicken salad to go with the bread. 

There were plenty of dishes and I got caught up on the laundry. It's been raining, so it has not been possible to hang out all the clothes. We had a break in the weather, so I managed to get two loads dried outside.

We have been experiencing problems with our solar system. It looks like we have to have the whole system replaced. The war is impeding our progress on our water project also. When it rains, it pours but the sun always returns.

I am trying my hand at sourdough soon when it warms up just a little bit more. I will be sharing this adventure here on the blog and more...

Have a blessed day,

Mrs. Smith

Shabbat Shalom! Sunsets

 

We had company this past week. More posts coming soon!

Have a safe and happy weekend,

Mrs. Smith

Shabbat Shalom! Watermelon and Snow!

I purchased a watermelon for Memorial weekend. It weighs nearly 22 lbs. The day after I bought it, it snowed. Go figure... 

The poor hummingbirds...

Shabbat Shalom and have a safe weekend,

Mrs. Smith

Extreme Weather - Dust Storm

We desperately need El Nino to start dumping moisture. There are 17 wildfires burning in the US as of Friday, three if which are contained. We had strong winds and brownout conditions today. Pray for those who have lost their homes and personal property.

This was just the beginning.

This is where it ended up. The thick dust stretched for miles.

Mrs. Smith

We Are Living in Uncertain Times - Do Not Fear

Does anyone else think that there is a storm brewing or that something is on the horizon that we just can't see yet? The world seems so chaotic these days. With inflation, fuel prices and war times are uncertain.  The truth of the matter is that no time is ever certain. There is a reason "Do not fear" occurs in the Bible 365 times. 

If we are consumed by the things of this world there is no time to enjoy our blessings. There is no time for gratefulness. Focusing on future unknown disasters can be detrimental to your health. 

Fear is a powerful force that can cause anxiety that in turn can cause all sorts of health issues. A body cannot sustain itself in a constant flight or fight mode. Breaks in mental health can occur not to mention cardiovascular issues and high blood pressure.

Letting go of control that you never had in the first place is impossible. You can only let go of the lie that you were ever in control of unforeseen things. Let go and let God______! Fill in the blank with your struggles.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 NLT

16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

19 Do not stifle the Holy Spirit. 20 Do not scoff at prophecies, 21 but test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. 22 Stay away from every kind of evil.

Be at peace!

Mrs. Smith

Murano Clown Decanter...

This is just a fun piece. We found it at an estate sale. Someone took great care to keep it in perfect condition over the years. Number One Husband named it Murray. Murano art glass amazes me...

Mrs. Smith

We Are Living in Strange Times...

Our hummingbird feeder nearly froze in May! How crazy is that? I brought it in to thaw and then hung it back outside. I don't want our friends struggling in this weather. They have traveled a long way and expect flower blooms and bugs, but they got snow and freezing temps.

We will have to keep an eye out until the freezing temperatures are over. This has been the craziest winter. Nearly 80-degree temps in March and April and below freezing temperatures and snow in May. We are living in strange times...

Mrs. Smith