A Sweet Millie Day and A Compliment from a Stranger

 Hello friends...

This week has gone by fast, in my opinion. What about you?

Yesterday was Millie Day and instead of me picking the girls up, like I usually do, Ted and Alex brought them out, which was a nice treat. I got to love on baby Calem for a few minutes and see my big kids. We didn't get to have family dinner this week because the boys had to lead worship on Tuesday night. So it was nice to catch up on some chitchat before they left to have their day out. 

Every week I make a list of things to do and write it on the pantry door, which is covered in chalkboard surface. The girls love to see the list as they walk in the door. 

One of the things I planned this week was making cookies. I had everything ready to go, so I wouldn't be frantically reading the recipe and gathering ingredients while 3 girls were talking my ears off 😀 I had all the dry ingredients in the bowl and left the wet ingredients for Emmy to measure out. 

I wanted to bake these early on so the house wouldn't heat up too much. 

I told Emmy to get the stool and come into the kitchen. Then she informed me that she no longer needed the stool and I have to admit...my heart sank a little. My baby is growing up! She can now reach the stove safely and that is a reality check. She will be 8 in September and this Millie might not be ok 😩 Actually I say this every year, but 8 just seems old to me.

She mixed the wet ingredients in, even cracking the eggs all by herself, and set the cookies on the tray like a champ. No help needed.

The rest of the day consisted of crafts, dancing, a movie, lunch and playing with toys. In the late afternoon, while Addie took a nap on the couch, I taught Emmy and Ella how to sew by hand. 

Emmy has been asking me to teach her to sew and this was the perfect afternoon, since we were not going outside. 

I brought out my big basket of fabric and let them choose. I taught them to thread a needle, tie a knot and how to make stitches by hand. They loved it. I didn't get a picture of Ella, but got this picture of Emmy wearing some play glasses. She is my goofy, "I love Lucy" girl who likes to be silly and yet is very serious, equally as much. 

I think it's time to start teaching Emmy on the machine, although I think that might take some one-on-one time so she can really focus. 

They each made a pouch, sewn on three sides with an open top. I then used the pinking shears to cut the open side with a decorative edge. It was a very simple project, but a good place to start. I made one for Addie, so they would all have one to take home. Addie is only 4, so I'm not ready to give her a needle, just yet!

The girls played so well on this Millie Day. There was no fighting and everyone was being kind and agreeable. 

In fact, when David got home from work, we took them to Whataburger for a treat of dinner and a milkshake. This doesn't happen very often, but it felt like a good night to treat them. They still get excited at the notion of sitting inside the restaurant, as opposed to going through a drive thru and then home to eat. 

We placed our order, found a table and waited for our food. They got their shakes first and I had to keep telling them to save some for their meal. I mean, nothing like getting dessert first 😅 

After we finished eating, an older gentleman approached our table and told us that he was so impressed with our girls for having happy dispositions when they walked in. He said he noticed they were laughing and happy, rather than arguing or being unhappy. What a compliment! He said it was a blessing to see such happy girls. 

On the way home, of course the girls asked what he meant and we explained to them that they had brought a little joy to the man, by being joyful and not fighting or being unhappy. David told them that there are always people observing our behavior and that we represent Jesus everywhere we go. 

This was also a great reminder to me, that people are always watching and that my attitude certainly can bless someone else or not. Oh boy! Sobering thought!

All kidding aside, it truly was a good reminder to be kind and pleasant. You just never know who you might influence along the way. 

After getting the girls home (hopefully not too sugared up!), we headed home to get cool and settle in for the night.

What a full day!

Needless to say, I might not do much today. I'm picturing a quiet day around the house, continuing to purge magazines, maybe a little embroidery, some budgeting, and watching a good show or two.  Also trying to fix some meals that won't heat up the kitchen.

It's going to be a good day!

I hope yours will be too.

Until Next Time...

Blessings!