Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Making My Home a Haven - Wednesday

A new day! A good night's sleep (well, better than usual anyway!) helps so much. I woke up this morning with renewed determination to create a haven for all of us.
I plan to begin with a few minutes of prayer on my own...probably while I'm getting dressed. Then prayer all together - I think it helps the kids as much as it does me!
I am definitely, like Monica, staying home today. Hopefully, that'll give us all a chance to get caught up. I also plan on starting supper during my morning routine. Supper is probably the worst time of day lately...too much chaos while I try to cook and that spills over well after we all sit down. So today I'm going to make beef stew and bread during the day - no last minute cooking. And I think I will try feeding the baby early so he can just snack with us or maybe even just play with a toy.
And I need to catch up on chores - the laundry and the kitchen especially. But I also want to do something fun with the kids. I'm thinking maybe some apple cider outside and a little extra playtime.
So my plan for the day...
  • prayer
  • a peaceful supper, cooked ahead of time
  • lots of outside play in the fresh, crisp air
  • catch up on the laundry and clean the kitchen

then, as I have time....

  • complete our school plans for today (school will get done, but I won't stress if we don't finish every little thing on the plan)
  • make a menu for next week and a grocery list (Thur is usually grocery day)
  • clear my desk
  • do a science experiment with the kids


2 comments:

Tasha said...

Shannon,
Glad you had a better night's sleep. Even an extra hour for me helps.
I am going to take your idea and start my dinner early as well. It is crazy for me too if I don't get a handle on things around dinner time.
Enjoy your day and your haven.
We are staying close to home as well.
Tasha

Clorissa said...

Shannon,
I'm glad to read that you had a decent nights sleep. I love that you came to the day with a renewed purpose.
Your day really sounds like it will be enjoyable.

Blessings,
Clorissa