The Simple Woman's Daybook

Outside my window . . . nothing but darkness.

I am thinking . . . of lots of Valentine ideas and plans for this week and next. I was just paging through an old entertaining book, reading of ideas for a Valentine luncheon with bridge afterward and suggestions of food to serve at a Valentine tea. I really was born in the wrong decade - the 1950's suit my style much better than the 2000's.

I am thankful . . . that my husband is upstairs working on our taxes (and I am not!). I view that task as a true act of service on his part.

From the kitchen . . . ice cream while we finish watching "The Fellowship of the Ring." For supper we had grilled burgers and fries - nice and easy after an afternoon of running errands.

Around the house . . . laundry is done and the schoolroom cleaned. E. and I decorated for Valentine's Day a little while ago.

This week . . . I plan on making heart-shaped Peppermint Patties, celebrating Groundhog Day tomorrow, possibly taking the boys to tour a local motorcycle plant, checking out a 50% sale at a local thrift shop, and a Valentine-making party with my mom and sister.

From the schoolroom . . . Ben's working on a report about a WWII ace pilot, Caleb is enjoying drafting, and Eli is eagerly putting together a report on octopus (octopuses, octopi!).

Some of my favorite things . . . red heart-shaped doilies, Valentine stickers and sending love notes.

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