I haven't quite found it yet. I have hopes for next week as it will be more normal, full week of school, full week of football practice, and dance class. This past week was a long one, but we enjoyed our Labor day weekend immensely. Saturday morning was spent at Aidan's exhibition football game. They ended up losing, but some valuable practice was gained. Aidan had a hard time knowing which opposing player he was supposed to cover. Some training with the hubby helped a bit with that. Saturday was ridiculously hot. The coaches tried like crazy to keep everyone hydrated...only 2 players had problems. I covered them in prayer during the game for injury but I did not even think to pray over them about the heat. Sunday was our normal church, lunch, and relaxation. Monday we headed to the east side of town to go to the Holden Arboretum. They have a gnome art exhibit that I had wanted to see for some time. The day was damp and chilly compared to Saturday, but the kids had a great time searching for all the gnomes and seeing all the trees and plants. Also, the visit ended up being free! I will post pictures another day as they are still on my phone. I am so bad about downloading photos!
I have declared September as my month of decluttering/organizing. After we moved, I spent a ton of time sorting and boxing items up for goodwill. The finishing of the basement prevented items that we are keeping to be stored properly, holiday decor, camping gear, etc. This week I have worked on clearing out the kids school papers from last year and starting a sort of clothes. I have been saving clothing for my nephew, but what I have will not fit him yet. Anyway, I am making some serious progress! My kitchen counter is decluttered (and has been for 3 days)! I warned the hubby when he came home and started emptying his pockets of what I had done and that I needed him to take the few minutes to put his items in their "homes". If our things do not have a "home" then they do not need to stay. Working toward simplifying life requires cooperation.
Aidan has his first competitive football game today and considering our rain, Ainsley and I are sitting this one out. Our other plans for the day have fallen through so I am not sure what we will do if anything. This rain is souring my mood. These are the kind of days that I like to snuggle up with a quilt, cup of tea and a good book. Have a good weekend all, and I promise to post pictures soon!
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