1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (450 down and 50 to go) I might have been technically trespassing, but I got to walk on a real track this week (aka nice and bouncy) so that was really easy on my knees. **We have a new high school near our house and they have… Continue reading Weekly Goal Update for Week 47
Month: November 2018
Frugal Things
1. Free books One of my friends from our homeschool co-op offered me some books that her children no longer needed. I was especially excited about the Progeny Press study guides, while Ben was excited about the juggling book:) **Thanks Olivia! 2. Christmas décor Yes, we are one of those families who put up the… Continue reading Frugal Things
Weekly Goal Update for Week 46
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (440 down and 60 to go) I had a hard time fitting in my walks this week due to illness and general busyness, so I only got in 7 miles. Right now I am on pace to finish at exactly 500 miles this year, but that does… Continue reading Weekly Goal Update for Week 46
Weekly Goal Update for Week 45
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (433 miles down and 67 to go) Most of my miles took place indoors thanks to the wet/cold weather we have been having lately. 2. Read two nonfiction books each month This week, I am reading The Cloistered Walk by Kathleen Norris. It is about a Protestant woman… Continue reading Weekly Goal Update for Week 45
Blessings This Week
1. Fall is finally here! Alabama is known for its wild temperature swings in the Fall. One day it will be a crisp 50 degrees, the next it will swing up to the upper 70s with plenty of humidity. Usually after a certain date (which changes every year) our lovely Fall season really begins. I… Continue reading Blessings This Week
Five Frugal Things
1. Amateur chimney sweeps With temperatures forecasted to quickly drop next week, my husband decided to clean out our woodstove's chimney. While it was a very messy job, having a shop-vac made it relatively quick and easy. So now we are all set to have toasty fires on cold mornings. **I must admit that I… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Weekly Goal Update for Week 44
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (423 down and 77 to go) We had beautiful fall weather this week in Alabama, so I really enjoyed being able to walk outside and soak up the sun while I can because our rainy/cold season is starting to begin. **While I love the holidays, trying to… Continue reading Weekly Goal Update for Week 44
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