It’s a work day today. You know I’d rather be outside playing, but my job brings my little family such benefits! So I’ve opened the curtains and here I sit in the sunshine that streams into my tiny office.
Let’s dwell on the good things, shall we?
Michaela and I have been away at my mother’s for the weekend. I wanted to take lots of pictures, but my mother and I spent most of our time talking and walking around her yard, wading through the fallen leaves, watching the animals and enjoying the sun. The camera barely came out of its case.
In news around here, I’ve been wanting to share that Joseph recently went to a Karate tournament with his sensei and came home with a first-place trophy for his kata!
I am so grateful for our Karate family and all we have learned. I took the month of October off due to my health, but I look forward to starting up again soon. I must work hard to get where I need to be for our next Karate testing.
As far as life goes, I find my body whispering to me to slow down these days. I am thankful for the peace that only God can give during times like this. Michaela and I enjoy school outside, talking about life lessons, and especially, especially our bedtime reading. It is such a peaceful ritual for us.
The tea kettle will whistle soon, so I’m off to refill my teacup and dive into my transcribing.
It is more important to know where you are going than to get there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement. ~Mabel Newcomber
Happy Monday,
Lynn
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And where, my friend did you find that quote? It rings true with my heart lately, that people are what I need to “do” in my days…less than stuff. I love that quote!
We love karate, too! I should say that my boys love it. They are very much into it all. I am so thankful that there is something that they enjoy and is worthwhile. I hope you have a lovely week.
Jenn
Amanda, I love quotations! I collect quotation books and I also get daily quotes in a newsletter from my work. The one today came from our newsletter. I loved it too and thought I would pass it along. I’ve been feeling the same way.
Jenn, I never thought I would be taking it, but I really like it as well. I agree — it’s a good and useful activity for the boys.
Lynn
What a lovely quote! I hope that the month of November is full of many blessings for you!
Dear Lynn,
Congratulations to Joseph! He must be very proud. I hope you can get back into karate soon, too.
It’s been nice enough to be outside here lately, too, which is unusual for November!
Love,
Marqueta
p.s. Tell Michaela her Western cousins loved the surprises in the mail!
Congratulations Joseph! That’s awesome! Hope to see you all soon.
Love, Jessamy
Marqueta, I’m glad they got their letters.
I have no idea what Michaela wrote. I took her to the post office to mail them.
Jessamy, thank you! Joseph does well with it.
Lynn