Time to relax

Saturday, January 23, 2010

The noodles are done It went pretty well considering I made the last ones about 2 years ago. I felt a little rusty but I got in the swing of it. They are now drying on the table. I need to turn them over once a hour so they dry evenly. I remember when my mom, sister and two SILs
would get together for a day and make enough for everyone there. This was before I was raising my own chickens. She had the eggs and we bought the flour. We had the system down pat.
William came this afternoon and was so good. He played with Uncle David after he came home from working in the cafe. But soon, it was nap time. He laid right down with hardly a
whimper. I let him sleep for about an hour. Then mom was here and he was ready to go home.
I stayed on track today and I am going to try to read the Spark tonight. Most of the laundry
has been washed, dried and folded so I will just put my feet up for now.
Have a wonderful evening! Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I'm off to my book and a nice hot mug of tea!

  

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WOLFSPIRITS 1/24/2010 8:26PM

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ALEXSGIRL1 1/24/2010 9:42AM

yesterday was library,gym,walk the dog ,laundry supper, then church at seven i went to my bed with my book and tea also heaven. i am glad you got to rest after your busy day. those noodles will be so worth the work. it is not supposed to rain sunday now, monday .so i will see if i can stir up the husband for a long stroll,if not the dog is always ready and at my side. have a happy and healthy week Report Inappropriate Comment

VICIOUS421 1/24/2010 2:33AM

Enjoy your reading and a well deserved break! Report Inappropriate Comment

JANIELEE54 1/24/2010 12:41AM

Sounds like you had a great day! Thanks for all your support. I am not quite 'back' but I am close. It was a dreadful week but it is over now. Next week will be better! I hope your weekend weather wasn't as bad as predicted. Ours hasn't hit yet; supposed to tonight and tomorrow. We'll see: it seems like they may have missed this one! Report Inappropriate Comment

Just rain

Friday, January 22, 2010

We had rain most of the day since 10:30. My rain gauge is safely tucked away until spring so I will let the local weather reporter tell me the official rainfall. The weather seems to have missed us although we may still have some ice develope overnight. Snow tomorrow-up to 3 inches. I can live with that. The only problem may be if the power lines and poles go down.
There are so amny regions without electricity in South Dakota. Hundreds of poles down and several thousand people without electricity for several days.
It was a fairly quiet day in the office. My desk is somewhat tidier and I am ready to enjoy the weekend. The plan is to make homemade egg noodles tomorrow since we have the extra eggs. I am thinking maybe 5 batches, enough to last us for 6 months. I am dreaming of chicken noodle soup, made fresh tomorrow. Yum!
Have a fantastic evening and a wonderful weekend. Thanks for stopping by!
Sweet dreams!

  

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WOLFSPIRITS 1/24/2010 8:25PM

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VICIOUS421 1/24/2010 2:30AM

Yum!!! That chicken noodle soup sounds good!!! Sorry about the weather there. It is just cold and rainy here! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALEXSGIRL1 1/23/2010 6:38PM

we had a nice sunny day today went for a walk with the dog it was 45 . tomorrow we will get some rain.i love that you make homemade noodles. homemade is the best because you know what is in it and how good it is. Report Inappropriate Comment

DETERMINEDLOSER 1/23/2010 8:50AM

So, far all we have had is fog. They say the storm might miss us now. Enjoy your soup. Report Inappropriate Comment

ELLENIRENE 1/23/2010 7:16AM

We had just rain, too--but it was icy and that wind sure blew last night! Report Inappropriate Comment

WISLNDR 1/23/2010 6:12AM

The rain is coming our way this afternoon. My plan is to stay indoors and cook for the week. I'm actually looking forward to this weird weather! Report Inappropriate Comment

Two new friends!

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Two very helpful guys came to visit last night! Mr Clean and Terry Towel arrived just in time for the "cleaning of the stove". It seems I have been a little lax and thus, my gas stove top was in serious state of "mess". I had made spaghetti sauce and kind of decorated the area are 3 burners. So, after supper, I decided rather than take a hammer and chisel to it, I would be more subtle. I whipped out a little Easy-Off and the four of us set to work. Taa Daa! Looks as good as new.
Today was snowy, icy and cold but the trees looked kind of pretty, all dressed in white. Of course, the streets and sidewalks were white, too. The farmers took a break today and we had a full house several times. Others phoned in and the day passed quickly. Tonight I made a baked chicken with brown rice, amd a luscious lettuce salad. Yumm! There is enough chicken left for lunch.
The weather sounds ominous for the weekend. More rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow. Well, it is winter in South Dakota! We'll see if the weathermen knew what they were talking about after this is over.
Have a wonderful evening and thanks for stopping by! I'm letting my two new friends rest up until I make another mess LOL!

  

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VICIOUS421 1/22/2010 12:52AM

Glad we are just having cold and some rain here!!!! Stay warm!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEETPEA7910 1/21/2010 9:24PM

Do you think this South Dakota weather will ever stop? Report Inappropriate Comment

NKHARRIS329 1/21/2010 9:20AM

Spaghetti can be quite messy! Glad to hear that it didn't require a chisel though. Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALEXSGIRL1 1/21/2010 5:34AM

my son made pizza last night.and when i removed the tray from where he left it so i could put it in the oven you would have thought it snowed all over my kitchen counters when i looked down it was all over the floor boys!the pizza was good although i only had one piece. weather was sunny here and 39 again hope you get some good weather soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

WISLNDR 1/21/2010 5:20AM

I'm loving your blogs! Your house must be immaculate (until grandkids come over!!) We're supposed to have rain this weekend too, I guess there won't be any bike riding for me! Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

Sheer Lunacy!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

For those that know and love (?) this mildly insane person, it will seem perfectly natural that she find lots to keep her busy and entertained. After Sunday's ambulance run, I took time to reflect on the situation and knew that I had done the best I could. And being slightly psychic, I set out clothes-just in case-there was a call in the night. Well, at 3:15 am, the pager went off and we traveled to check on a woman who needed assistance. Her husband was unable to get her off the floor alone. We drove in the dense fog, gave what assistance we could and left
instructions to call her doctor later. Aside from weakness, her problems were so minor, she would have been checked and sent home. She called and arrangements were made for her
to be admitted for treatment later that morning.
We babysat the grandchildren from 8:45 to 2:45. They were a joy and delight as always. So much energy! I was able to persuade William to take a nap-pretty easy actually!
A double header basketball night! 4 games and Parents Night to boot. JV boys won their game-barely and David got some good floor time. By 9:00 pm, I was home, eating a late supper but enjoying it so much better than food from the concession stand.
Today is another foggy, cloudy day with the next 6 days promising rain, freezing rain and snow. But I am staying positive because that is just the way I am! I have stayed on track since the beginning of the New Year with all my goals and streaks. Woohoo!
Have an awesome, Sparktacular Day! Here's to you, dear friends, who stop to read and comment! You are priceless gems in my journey and you shine with the brightness of the sun and light my world!

  

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VICIOUS421 1/22/2010 12:47AM

Congratulations for staying on track! Hope you have a Sparktacular day too! Report Inappropriate Comment

FLORIDASUN 1/20/2010 10:34PM

Awhhhh I love the fact that you love all of us as much as all of us love you! Seriously... mildly insane... slightly psychic women are my idea of interesting! No wonder we enjoy each other's company! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALEXSGIRL1 1/19/2010 6:28PM

i love how positive you are, and i love that you didn't eat at the concession stand. have a great day and i hope the weather doesn't cause a lot of calls. Report Inappropriate Comment

KO1215 1/19/2010 5:19PM

I guess it beats being bored!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

GINILEE4 1/19/2010 4:08PM

Reading your page brightens my day. Thanks for being you. You are Sparktacular too!!! Gini Report Inappropriate Comment

Much too Much

Monday, January 18, 2010

Too much to blog today, at least for now. I'll try to catch up with you tonight or tomorrow!
Fog, fog and more fog!
Have a super MLK Day!
Wishing for some !

  

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WOLFSPIRITS 1/24/2010 8:25PM

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VICIOUS421 1/22/2010 12:43AM

Fog is spooky at night! Report Inappropriate Comment

KO1215 1/19/2010 11:37AM

The fog is something....isn't it! Report Inappropriate Comment

MAIZZY 1/18/2010 6:20PM

Foggy here all day too. Weren't the trees just beautiful though! Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALEXSGIRL1 1/18/2010 6:11PM

we had sunshine today see my blog when you have time i will send sun over to your side of the world. have a happy and healthy week Report Inappropriate Comment