It's Charlies' Birthday!!

It's hard to believe that he is already 3! I can remember all the sleepness nights when he was a puppy because he required constant attention, like it was yesterday. Charlie has been a great addition to our family. He's a lover, he's a fighter, he's playful, and very protective, it just wouldn't be the same without him.

Mmmmm, birthday cake!! And since he is 21 (in people years) he also got to enjoy some.....

Don't worry it's NON-alcoholic!!!

And since we somehow, accidentially forgot Bits' birthday back in August where she turned 2, Charlie was nice enough to share his birthday cake with her :O)

Our Karate Champ!

On Saturday, Elizabeth had the priviledge of competiting for her first time in a tournament at the Great Lakes All Star Open Championships in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

She competed in weapons ~ taking 1st place, forms taking 2nd place, and sparring (fighting) taking 1st place!

Elizabeth has only been taking Karate for approximately 3 months now so to go to her first tournament and walk home with these trophies is quite the honor. She had a great time & looks forward to her next competition coming up on the 14th.

Keep it up Elizabeth, we love you & are really proud of you!!

The Simple Woman's Daybook - #4

For Today... November 3, 2008


Outside my Window...the sun is shining nicely. (temp. 55*)

I am thinking...that I'm scared to know the outcome of tomorrows elections.

I am thankful for...the opportunity to be able to be a stay at home mom & wife.

From the kitchen...I'm thinking an apple & chicken salad sounds good.

I am wearing...a t-shirt & pants.

I am reading...Seeing Jesus as he really is by Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne

I am hoping...to get my washing machine fixed today.

I am creating...a home management binder (still working on this) & a coupon binder - this is coming together nicely!

I am hearing...the news being reported.

Around the house...straightening up my pantry & cleaning house.

One of my favorite things...coffee.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week...I would like to get some cleaning done in the basement.

Here is a picture thought worth sharing with you...
I woke up this morning to 6 or 8 of these turkeys in the backyard, unfortunately they seen me with the camera and took off.

Thank you to our hostess Peggy for this daybook. Please take a moment and visit with her at The Simple Woman