My pursuit of...

the Word

2012-12-30T15:05:00.000-08:00

the Word

2012-11-10T22:25:00.000-08:00

the Word

2012-03-04T09:14:00.000-08:00

instafriday - 02.24.2012

2012-02-25T16:52:00.000-08:00

last week in iphone photos

monkey in a tree at his buddy's birthday party

it is just not right to discriminate against orange

regardless, these bright cheery colors made me smile

Martha Stewart just released a new line of office supplies at Staples.

i want one of each

(and then i'd have to organize my organizing supplies)

grom earned another stripe this week at karate

we did an eggsperiment

"what do drinks do to your teeth?"

thinking maybe i should cut back on the decaf

i was snotty all week and it had nothing to do with my attitude

field trip to the Abalone Farm

we saw the entire lifecycle

taking the abalone for a walk

it took me forever to figure out why no one was helping me...

Hope you week was great.

the Word

2012-02-25T16:29:00.000-08:00

instafriday 2.17.2012

2012-02-19T23:33:00.000-08:00

my week in iphone photos

momos enjoying grom's music lounge

he just bought his own ipod nano

he set up a space to enjoy his tunes

irish music and god songs

surferman's valentine's day present

i am not saying i think he's a jerky

my present from surferman

grom's valentine's day present

he's my monkey boy

it must have been a busy week

i didn't take very many pictures

the Word

2012-02-19T09:26:00.000-08:00

what's for dinner - 02.13.2012

2012-02-12T23:48:00.000-08:00

Monday

~Grom - karate~

~family dinner~

my folks cook

Tuesday

~Valentine's Day~

loco moco

salad

Wednesday

~Kids Club / Bible Study~

madras lentils

bread

fruit

Thursday

~Grom - gymnastics / karate~

~Bible Study~

YOYO

Friday

garlic chicken pasta

Saturday

~birthday party~

???

Sunday

~Fellowship Dinner~

pasta with tomato cream sauce

the Word

2012-02-12T09:31:00.000-08:00

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instafriday 02.11.2012

2012-02-11T21:08:00.000-08:00

my week in iphone photos

a little time at the gym

grom and surferman hit the waves

my mom models the vest my aunt made for her

delicious pizza after Big Miracle with

surferman's parents

a little skip-bo

one last picture of our yellow-white belt

belt test

note to self... get there early to get a seat next time

orange belt

vegetarian "meatballs" for the big game

roasted brussels sprouts

so easy

heat oven to 400f

microwave in bag brussels from TJs

nuke 3 minutes

toss with a drizzle of olive oil

salt and pepper or other seasonings (be creative)

roast until crispy

enjoy

grom needed a haircut

unfortunately he didn't sit still for me

he got scalped

it's cute in a my mom cut my hair when she was too tired kinda way

already on his way to his next belt

woo hoo!

what's for dinner - 02.06.2012

2012-02-06T22:50:00.000-08:00

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Monday
~Grom - karate~
~Family Dinner~
turkey burgers
carrot fries
pineapple & cucumber salad

Tuesday
[THIS MEAL WILL GET MADE THIS WEEK!]
white ruffy
tater tots
green beans
fruit

Wednesday
~Kids Club / Bible Study~
LO bbq chicken
cole slaw
corn on the cob

Thursday
~Grom - gymnastics / karate~
~teach Women's Bible Study~
YOYO

Friday
loco moco
salad

Saturday
pancakes
sausage

Sunday
~Fellowship Dinner~
spaghetti with meat sauce

instafridays 01.27.2012 and 02.03.2012

2012-02-06T22:04:00.000-08:00

the last two weeks in iphone photos

king of the mulch pile

silly boys run into closed sliding glass doors

starbucks school

sushi date with surferman

yellowtail collar... yum!

grom's out of town grandparents

it was a nice dinner out

it's so hard to get a good picture of us

the LORD rejoices when another saint is baptized

another tooth lost

this one popped out in an apple

more starbucks school

i didn't get a picture of panera school

watercoloring

oooooh!

we have been chosen!

farewell, friends

we go on to a better place.

practicing analog clock time telling with a real clock

i love this Bible

a couple of busy weeks... pheww

the Word

2012-02-05T21:21:00.000-08:00

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BEING Robin 01.31.2012

2012-01-31T23:13:00.000-08:00

THINKING: I'm really glad that January is over. Not sure why exactly, just really looking forward to February.

DOING: We're off to Solvang this weekend to spend a little time with Surferman's mom and step-dad. I'm excited for a mini getaway. I've been thinking about Summer and vacation plans.

COOKING: Still working on cleaning out the freezer and pantry. I made a huge pot of chili with leftover pork for tonight, and a pot of split pea soup with ham for tomorrow night. I felt like I was pulling something over on someone. I cooked two dinners at once. Ha! Take that!

TEACHING: Grom and I have been having a lot of fun with money. I grab a handful of change from the change mug and give it to him. He tells me how much is there. I make a record sheet with some questions, like "How much do you have left if you buy an ice cream for $.99?" and "How many nickels would that amount be?" He keeps asking if he gets to keep the money when he's done. Little does he know that the change mug money becomes my Starbucks money... don't see me giving it away anytime soon.

READING: I still haven't found a novel. I'm half through with the "Night Circus". I keep forgetting to put part 2 on my phone.

WATCHING: I recorded a marathon of the "Love..." movies - can't remember the author, but the main characters all seem like they would've been friends with Laura Ingalls. I've been totally sucked in. I've watched 3 and have a bunch to go. I like how they gently tie God into the plot lines.

CREATING: Restaurants. Grom and I are engrossed in a silly iPad game. It's a total time waster, but we are having a ball.

THANKING: Grom and I were able to spend a lot of time together this past weekend. 7 year old boys are awesome.

PRAYING: Wisdom in an interesting opportunity for Surferman, diligence in completing my organizing challenge, Grom's karate belt test on Saturday and a sweet visit with Surferman's parents this weekend.

STUDYING: One more week of Joseph for Kids Club. I have been wanting to really dig into and pull apart a book of the Bible. I'm stuck choosing which one. What's your favorite epistle?

WORDING: quixotic (adj.) - exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical. I find I'm inundated with quixotic ideas for Valentine's Day.

So that's what it's like being Robin this week.

Looking for the Daybook? I've moved on. I'm starting my own thing... BEING Robin. You can join me if you want, but don't BE Robin. Be yourself. Let me know if you share your week, I'd love to read it.

2012-01-30T21:36:00.000-08:00

Home Office... you've been put on notice!

Way back when in 2007,

one of Organizing Junkie's challenges got my studio put together.

This time I want to reclaim my studio

from those icky personal financial papers

and get our home office set up.

Watch for updates!

what's for dinner - 01.30.2012

2012-01-30T21:14:00.000-08:00

Monday

~Grom - karate~

~Family Dinner~

carnitas tacos

salad

Tuesday

Green Chili Stew

green salad

tortillas

Wednesday

~Kids Club / Bible study~

split pea soup with ham

green salad

biscuits

Thursday

~Grom - gymnastics / karate~

~Bible Study~

YOYO

Friday

~out of town - visiting Surferman's parents~

Saturday

???

Sunday

~Fellowship Dinner - Superbowl Edition~

Buffalo Chicken Dip

sparkling lemonade

the Word

2012-01-29T20:40:00.000-08:00

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BEING Robin 01.24.2012

2012-01-24T22:40:00.000-08:00

THINKING: The parents group at Grom's school is organizing (still). We have 56 students and only 11 ~~parents~~ moms showed up for the monthly meeting. Why don't parents participate? What would motivate them?

DOING: Our schedule is generally busy. This week is busy plus! It seems like there is something extra at every turn. It's all good stuff and nothing that can be eliminated. Just... have... to... keep... moving.

COOKING: Woo Hoo! We have leftover spaghetti! Spaghetti Pancakes this week for dinner.... YES! I'm going to post my recipe after I make them this week.

TEACHING: Grom has no center time this week, so we are doing the independent study thing. Grom has been great about getting his work done. He learned about New York and chose New Mexico as his next state.

READING: Still listening to "The NIght Circus" by Erin Morgenstern. It's very interesting and I suspect it will make a beautiful movie. Grom and I are listening to "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeline L'Engle. They are reading it aloud at Grom's school so I'm glad we are reading it too. I remember reading it as a kid, but don't remember how strange it is.

WATCHING: Ants crawl through their habitat. It's amazing that they work so well together.

CREATING: Grom asked to do some art. I saw a watercolor idea and set him loose. When it's done, I'll share it. It's cool. It's fun to see him being artistic.

THANKING: Rooibos tea. No caffeine and a warm smooth treat.

PRAYING: I'm starting a prayer journal. At the beginning of the year, my pastor challenged us to pray for 12 things every day. Easy enough right? I'm ready to see what the Lords going to do.

STUDYING: I've had fun digging into the life of Joseph to teach Kids Club. There are so many great lessons to learn from Jacob's boys. Still plugging along with my reading plan.

So that's what it's like being Robin this week.

what's for dinner - 01.23.2012

2012-01-23T09:22:00.000-08:00

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Monday

~Grom - karate~

~Family Dinner~

my folks cook

Tuesday

~take meal to family with new baby~

~Parent Group Meeting~

bbq pulled chicken sandwiches

slaw

vegetarian beans

brownies

Wednesday

~Kids Club / Bible Study~

Spaghetti Pancake

salad

Thursday

~Grom - gymnastics / karate~

~teach Bible Study~

YOYO

Friday

~Servant Dinner~

Aunt Theo's Potatoes

Saturday

split pea soup with ham

biscuits

Sunday

~Fellowship Dinner~

Macaroni and Cheese with Butternut Squash

the Word

2012-01-22T10:37:00.000-08:00

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"for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,"

Romans 3:23

instafriday - 01.20.2012

2012-01-20T11:53:00.000-08:00

my week in iphone photos

road trip to the bay area

my parents gave Grom those great headphones for Christmas

he can't hear ANYTHING when he has them on

we got together with my dad's family for our annual Christmas Game

skyping with Beth and the girlies

we sure missed them

for the Christmas Game, we each bring a present and then we draw numbers

there is lots of laughing, scheming and stealing

i got a new set of knives and a really cool cutting board

Grom and a cousin-cousin

i love the way he's crossing his legs - it made me smile

sweet quiet time

i'm giving myself stickers when i finish my reading for the day

it's amazing how rewarding a sticker can be

karate!

i don't know where waldo is, but here are some friends

carnitas taco feast with friends

brussels sprouts go with tacos, right?

yet another beautiful sunset

buffalo chicken chili

ant farm update

still alive and digging

it was bring a friend night at kids club this week

we had 24 kids!

a new world record

etsy finds - pink

2012-01-19T08:30:00.000-08:00

frames - $69 from MountainCoveAntiques
fuzzy wool earrings - $9.50 from FishHollow
pink and white stripped paper straws - $21 from BakeMeHappy

chenile baby quilt - $112 from surelychenile
monster finger puppets - $16 from chasingmystar
shoe clips - $18.90 from finkshop

baby mobile - $49 from sweetsdivine
flower necklace - $38 from NestPrettyThingsKids
party poms - $30 from PartyPoms

Roasted Butternut Squash with Blue Cheese

2012-01-18T22:55:00.000-08:00

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Roasted Butternut Squash with Blue Cheese
ingredients
6 c. cubed butternut squash
1/2 c. diced onion
2 T olive oil
1 T fresh thyme (minced)
1 c. crumbled blue cheese
1/2 c. panko bread crumbs

directions
preheat oven to 425F (convection if you have it)
mix all ingredients in a large bowl
spread onto a baking sheet (stoneware if you have it)
bake 35 to 45 minutes - squash should be cooked through and the top brown

BEING Robin 01.18.12

2012-01-18T21:43:00.000-08:00

THINKING: About single moms. Wow, what a tough job. I can't imagine being the only or primary parent. I'll be praying that the Lord show me ways to help.
PLANNING: The teachers at Grom's school are throwing a pajama movie night. They are raising money to go to the Montessori Convention. I think it's sad that they have to have a fundraiser, but that's another soapbox. Grom really wants to go. I need to find out what movie they're showing. I hope it works out... DATE NIGHT!

DOING: I started Weight Watchers on Monday. They have an app for my phone and it's like a game... as long as I have points left I can eat anything I want.

COOKING: Buffalo Chicken Chili. So yummy. Next time I'd add more Frank's Red Hot Sauce (which is probably the best hot sauce EVER). Just 4 points - 7 points with the blue cheese on top. Yep... I'm counting points.

TEACHING: I missing my verve when it comes to Grom's schooling. It's been a couple of hard weeks. We have a new learning period starting on Monday. It will get better when I have time to do some planning and organizing.

READING: I started listening to "The NIght Circus" by Erin Morgenstern. I'm not very far in. I also just got "10 Habits of Happy Mothers" by Meg Meeker from the library. I only have 2 weeks to l iisten to it, so I think it's going on the front burner. Still looking for something to read.

WATCHING: Top Chef. Grom likes to watch it with me. It's amazing what they can do with the challenges and amount of time they're given. I'm rooting for Nyesha, who is actually currently eliminated, but has a chance to get back into it via Last Chance Kitchen.

CREATING: I'm sewing the binding on a quilt. I think sewing the binding is one of my favorite parts of quilting. It's so relaxing and it means the quilt is done.

THANKING: I'm not a single mom. Surferman... you rock!

PRAYING: Surferman's business, Grom's obedience and listening, my discipline in getting to bed at a decent time and getting to the gym in the morning.

STUDYING: I'm studying the life of Joseph for teaching at SKC. I had a short stall with my Bible in a year. I have a few days to make up, but I'm current and moving ahead.

WORDING: verve - vigor and spirit or enthusiasm.

So that's what it's like being Robin this week.

what's for dinner - 01.16.2012

2012-01-16T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Monday

~Grom - karate~

~Family Dinner~

carnitas tacos / lettuce wraps

with the works

oranges

brownies

Tuesday

Buffalo Chicken Wings Chili

flatbread

salad

Wednesday

~Kids Club / Bible Study~

egg salad sandwiches

crudites

apples

Thursday

~Grom - gymnastics / karate~

~Bible Study~

YOYO

Friday

~Grom - pajama movie night at school~

DATE NIGHT!!!

Saturday

???

Sunday

~Baptism~

~Fellowship Dinner~

Garden Patch Casserole

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Sun Butter Balls
Grom might love these. And I have sunflower butter in the pantry
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A long list of printable valentines. I don't know if Grom's new school does valentines. ??? I sure hope so. We always trot out Proverbs 17:17
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for our next roadtrip

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2010-10-25T00:00:00-07:00

Giant Ginger Cookies
Grom will love these - and they'll be a change from the chocolate chip ones we've been enjoying lately.