Happy Wednesday Friends!
How's the week been treating you so far? I've had a good combination of busy, productive, and calm, for the most part.
I've been busy signing things on the computer, pertaining to the new house. All is going well, so far. The appraisal is today and we're praying there are no major issues to deal with.
In case I forgot to mention, we made an offer on a house on our same street, just a few doors down. If this all goes well and we end up actually getting that house, I'll tell you more about it.
In the meantime, we are still packing up my MIL's apartment and will finish that up this week. She doesn't have much, in the way of furniture, but has a lot of clothes and personal items to store. I'll be glad when we get that done and can mark that off the list.
I'm not packing up our house just yet, but I have been cleaning out drawers, toys, clothing, and other items that I really don't want anymore. I don't want to go full blown into packing things in boxes until I get the final word that the house has passed all it needs to pass.
But, until then, my house is getting a good purging, which is never a bad thing.
I did a little sewing project yesterday, which is always so much fun. I really need to start sewing more. It's just so satisfying to create something out of a piece of fabric and stand back and realize you made something that you didn't have before.
I would really like to sew some cute aprons out of fun fabric. I think it's so fun to collect aprons and have them hanging in the kitchen. Whenever I see aprons at the antique stores, I will buy any that are $5 or less. I have several half aprons that are part of the girl's dress-up clothes in their playroom and I love to see them coming down the hall with one of them on.
Speaking of the girls, they are all in England this week! They left on Sunday for a two week adventure to the U.K. So Saturday we had a goodbye lunch at a local pizza place. We already miss them greatly, but I know they are having the time of their lives (minus the jet lag, which has been tough).
Emmy was emotional as we took the family photo and she really didn't want to be in the picture. So her mommy took one of just us and it was just what we needed. She is my Millie girl and such a big part of my heart.
I got to FaceTime with them their first day and she took me all around the AirBNB and showed me all the cool features. Today they are off to tour London. What a treat!
Well, it's time to get ready for the day. It's going to be another hot and muggy day of about 100 or more.
Fall, please hurry! 🍂
Have a great week and remember, today has enough worries of its own! Don't waste time fearing tomorrow. But most importantly...God has already gone before you and is working out your tomorrow. He's a good, good Father 💚
Until Next Time...
Blessings!
It's exciting that you found a place just down the street. You already know you like the neighborhood. Doing some purging is a good idea, as you said it's always good to do and if you get that house, you are one step ahead.
ReplyDeleteHope the girls have a great time in England.
Thank you Mari! Yes, we love that we found a house on the same street. We don't have to change neighbors :)
DeleteSo much exciting news in one post. I will certainly look forward to hearing about the house purchase. Hope all goes super smooth (as much as house buying can go smoothly!) And share some photos from England. My dream trip...that will one day happen. Oh I pray! Until then, I love to enjoy it through others' photos!! Have a great day my friend!
ReplyDeleteJennifer, I would love to go, but not too excited about being on a plane for that long.
DeleteI love the reminder that God has already gone before us to work out our tomorrows. That is so true!
ReplyDeleteYes, Barbara :) It is such a comfort to know that he's always working on our behalf.
DeleteLove the family selfie! :) And how exciting about a new beginning....even if it might be just down the street. 💗 I look forward to hearing about whichever cozy new home you find for sure. I hope they girls have a fabulous time in England!! How exciting! Blessings. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you Carrie!
DeleteI can't wait to hear more about the house you're hoping to buy soon! I loved seeing you in pictures here, my friend, and I love your hair! I remember you talking about how you weren't wild about it a few weeks ago, but I sincerely love how it looks, and you are beautiful outwardly, but especially inwardly as well. You radiate with the love of Jesus, and it's evident in everything you do and write here on this blog. I'm so glad we're friends here and that the Lord made our paths cross. You're a huge source of encouragement and inspiration to me!
ReplyDeleteJennifer, I need to copy and paste this comment up on my mirror so I can remember that someone liked my hair :) It's a struggle, for sure! Thank you for such sweet words. I'm so glad to call you friend and your constant love for the Lord is always such a boost to my day. Thank you for always sharing your faith boldly! I admire that every time I see your posts.
DeleteThanks Billie Jo :) Yes, always a lot going on over here!
ReplyDeleteThat family selfie (I love that it's "traditional") made me smile so big! What a gift to be surrounded by so much love! Wishing your family safe travels and praying that all goes smoothly as you continue to transition!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great post!!! Your photos are just plum lovely. Wishing you a beautiful weekend, my friend.
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