3.13.2010

Daybook, and a Crazy Week

It's been a crazy last couple days for my family, so sorry for the longer amount of time between posts. This week we had to empty out our livingroom and diningroom/schoolroom in order to put in carpet. It was a lot of work, especially since we had four bookcases we had to empty out. I seriously think we have like hundreds, if not thousands of books! And after the carpet was put in, we had to put them all back again. Thankfully, I think things are just about back to normal now. :)


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Today I did my chores, put books back on the shelves, wrapped presents, and baked a lemon cake for my brother's birthday.
I'm feeling very tired, yet happy that most of the work is done.
My outfit is jeans and a grey sweatshirt with a big brightly colored heart. It says "Lovin' Life" underneath. :)
Outside my window it's a blustery day: rainy, windy, drab & dull. But I'm thankful for the rain because that means we'll be having green grass and flowers again soon!
A song that's stuck in my head is... the theme for Pirates of the Caribbean (my brother was trying it out on the piano, and you know how I am - if I hear a song, it's stuck in my head the rest of the day!)
Something (a book, song, movie, person...) that's inspired me recently is my friend (Violet), giving me one of her famous "lectures" on my story. :)
A prayer of my heart this week is that I would not procrastinate!
I am creating a cake for my brother's birthday, also, a beautiful home!
I am reading... hahaha should I even answer this one? 
A scripture verse or passage that's stuck out to me this week is James 1:2-4 "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
A spiritual lesson I'm learning is to have a cheerful and helpful attitude, no matter how tired I am.
An attribute of God I've seen this week is His peace, and unity in our house even as we're going through this crazy week.
A picture I’d like to share: 

(Poem is "A Rainy Day" by Longfellow. I thought it fit with today!)

A creative goal for next week is to figure out Christopher's character a bit more, and to edit up to chapter 11 in my novel.
Did I complete my goal from last week... not quite. I only worked on the first three chapters. :P Hopefully I'll have more time this week - and not procrastinate!


6 vivid thoughts:

Lindsay said... {Reply}

I know what you mean, Melody...
we have TONS of books too! lol :D

Nonexistant anymore said... {Reply}

I'm looking forward to reading your edits and seeing what you'll do with Christopher! *is seriously tempted to try and count all the books in my house*

Rose said... {Reply}

Thank you so much for following my blog! your blog is beautiful! :)

Much Love,
Rose

Clare Marie Elizabeth said... {Reply}

You thought Inkdeath was meandering? Really? I love that book. :) I love the ending because it left me feeling satisfied and happy, especially in knowing that Dustfinger was safe and happy and -- most importantly -- not dead! (Whereas in the other book endings, he's either depressed and running or dead.) But I was also happy that Meggie finally ended her "relationship" with Farid in Inkdeath. I don't know about you, but Farid really bugs me. :P

I love the 2005 P&P!! It's my favorite! I think Keira Knightley does a wonderful job being Lizzy Bennet. Seriously. And Mr. Darcy/Matthew MacFadden rocks!! :D

4 hours away from home isn't too bad...it's still a long ways away, but close enough that you could probably visit home pretty often. The college I'm thinking about going to is in Wyoming -- quite a road trip! :D

Blessings!
-Limwen

Clare Marie Elizabeth said... {Reply}

I almost forgot...
Thank you for the author suggestions! I shall write them down and look for them next time I go to the library. :)

-L

Nicole said... {Reply}

Hi Melody!

Thanks for the sweet comments you leave on my blog. :) I always enjoy your posts, even if I don't get to writing a comment!

I love James 1:2-4!

I hope you have a blessed week!
In Christ, Nicole

 

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