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Thought you might need something to make you . . .
Smile . . .








Thanks for stopping in your visit makes me . . .



Even when I'm Blue!

May Your Journey Be Filled With Smiles

Sherry

5 Minute Friday Again

Again and Again and Again joining 5 Minute Friday
and writing about Again . . .

1. Write for 5 minutes flat – no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking.
2. Link back here and invite others to join in.
3. And then absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it, you need to visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun. And the heart of this community..

Go...Again and Again and Again I struggle with where I am going.  I struggle with where to go Again where God is leading but not sure where that is.  Is there a path that he is opening?  Again I seek Him.  And Again I wait.  I have been struggling on this path for months.  The path of  becoming a working woman.  It is a new journey for me.  In the fall as I pondered and talked and talked to Him about it.  I asked Him Again and Again.  Do I have to?  Can't I just do this or that?  And Again and Again the answer seems go out.   But Again and Again I ask where?  I try and try.  I have interviews and interviews over and over Again.  And Again I am waiting.  I am sitting writing and wondering Again and Again which path should I take?  And now I am realizing that He is changing my heart.  I am not struggling with the whole idea of going out and working.  I am looking forward to it.  There are so many reasons why and Again without me even realizing it He is directing my path.  He has changed my heart.  I just have to wait for Him to show me the path Again.  Stop

Linking with Lisa Jo Again.  Click Here.   

I love your visits each one makes me  Smile. . .
I would love it if you joined me for Date Night. Join me and write a post about a Dream Date with your husband.  Click here. Join me on Wednesday for the Linky. 

Thanks for Joining the Journey today . . .
Sherry

Charli's Project Peacock How To Say I Love You part 3

Welcome to the count down to Valentines Day tips and ideas.
Today I am reposting a wonderful idea I found at Charli's. 
Charli's idea goes above and beyond sharing love with our husbands on Valentines Day.

reposted from her post . . . Project Peacock.

Jan 10, 2013

After teaching in co-op on Fridays, we usually do what all homeschooling moms want to do; grab a cup of coffee and chit chat with other grown ups while our kids are still in class.

 

 

For the past three years, we've sat and chatted, covering all kinds of topics and solving most of the world's problems.

Last Friday, Tracey and Tammy came back from a Walmart run with not only snacks, but a great idea.

What if, for one whole year, we did one thing each day to make our husbands feel special?

Not for any personal agenda. Not for manipulation.

Just because.

Just because he's my husband and I want to be intentionally nice to him.

We're not talking about anything extravagant here. It could be making him a nice meal for dinner or baking his favorite dessert. Maybe it's not hopping on Facebook and just sitting and talking to him - actually paying attention and maintaining eye contact. It could be not only just saying "yes", instead of "not tonight, I have a headache" but, dare I say it, actually initiating some intimate time with our husbands.

So that's Project Peacock for 2013. And please don't tell my husband. It's not about letting him know I'm being intentionally nice. I'm not planning on griping at him for not taking out the trash because I made brownies today and he owes me. That's not the point. It's about showing him love in a physical and practical manner. Just because I can.


To read the rest of Charli's post and to find out what is behind the Project Peacock name click here.

Did Charli's post inspire you? 


I would love to hear about your Date Night.   I have an offical Date Night  linky over here. 
So write a post about Date Night and come and join the fun. 


On a Happy Journey,

Sherry





 

Date Night Wednesday Filled with Words

Welcome to our first Date Night Linky party!  Today I added the linky!
Usually on Wednesday I post a scripture and then write what is on my heart.  Today I am taking a little break and inviting you to join me for Date Night. 
It's simple write a post about a date with your man. 
In fact it is so simple that you can even right about a dream date.
The whole idea is just to share ideas about fabulous dates! 
Maybe you and your man don't get a lot of chances for dates.  Write about it too.  I know my Cowboy and I don't many dates out. 
We all them.  Maybe someone can share some ideas on inexpensive dates.  Or ideas on how to motivate our man out from in front of the t.v. or out of the garage or whereever it is he hides away!
So join the fun and share your dates with us!

How To Say I Love You part 2

As Valentines Day approaches I want to share with you some great tips and tutorials and ideas I have found. 



If your like me maybe your a little 'stale' in showing your husband how much you love him.  Maybe it's because your brain is on baby, or toddler mode most of the time. 
I still remember those days even though they were long ago.  When you talk to people in baby talk. 
Or how about your at a meal and you catch yourself trying to cut up his food? 
We'ver all been there!  Over the next few days I hope you'll join me and visit regularly for new tips and ideas.

Today I want to take you to Katherines for her . . .

12 Months of Pre-Planned Date Nights I loved this idea.  And she was so sweet to include links and tutorials on how to do your own
Pre-planned Date Night. 

Katherine at Irish Blessings. Click Here .





March - "Get Lucky Date" the Irish themed date. Irish Coffees, The Quiet Man movie, and a walk down our Ireland trip memory lane. I got the cute "Get Lucky" printable here.

After your wonderful date night maybe you'll get a chance to cook a great breakfast for your man. 

Martha Stewart has a great little breakfast idea . . .



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Click above to visit and get the recipes. 

And since we're thinking 'Date Night'  I want to invite you to join me  and write a post about your special date . . .



Join me for the Third year of Friday/Whenever Date Night.   Post your Date Night stories! Click here to visit the 2012 Date Night challenge. 

Remember your Date doesn't have to be on a Friday.  And it doesn't even have to be at night.  Feel free to post about your romantic morning after breakfast.  Or a fun lunch you had with just you and your man. 

The idea is to share ideas! 

May your Journey be filled with Smiles . . .

Sherry

Linking with Katherine for . . .


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Linking with  Kathy at Titus 2 Tuesdays



Because My Journey Back is all about Encouraging! 

Linking with Darlene

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Blue Monday I Need a Nap

How was your weekend?  Mind was wonderful.  I am Happy to be waking to a beautiful
Blue Monday.....But my weekend was busy and I am thinking I need a nap . . .


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So I was thinking a nice soft Blue bed....but this one is toooo ruffly!



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Ohh no too hard . . . I feel like Goldilock's!




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Beautiful Blue room but still not the perfect bed . . .




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Now this looks really comfy but, I am afraid I would sleep the day away... Maybe that firm hard bed is a a better choice after all. 



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Hmm....now maybe this would work.  But maybe just a little cat nap is a better idea.
Or maybe just a few minutes in my fuzzy slippers in a soft chair would work . . .




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hmmm looks comfy but still not it....


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Now I am getting somewhere.   Blue velvety...but something is still missing.

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Ahhhh....perfect. That was it.  The quilt that was what was missing.  So now I can curl up in this amazing Blue chair and just put my feet up on that little stool and dream of a lovely sunset . . .



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And some beautiful Blue ocean waves and just sigh...I have to say I wish I was there!

Sigh . . .
On a Beautiful Journey in Blue. . .

Sherry

It's Monday and so I am linking with Sally for . . .









Blue Monday.  Click Here.

Simple Sunday

May your day be simple filled with . . .


And if you need a little comfort . . .



Call on Jesus

Resting in Him on the Journey . . .



Sherry

Wake up and Smile!

Wake up and Smile. Grab a cup of whatever and enjoy the morning (whats left of it! LOL.)

 I do hope you got to sleep in as loooooong as you wanted on this beautiful day.

There isn't much sleeping in around here on Saturday because The Cowboy has to be at work at 9:00. But that is ok because we 'sleep in' everyday. So Saturday has become my day of cleaning and laundry and sewing in between.

 
I do hope the Sun is shining where you are.  I have been realizing it is getting closer and closer to Spring.



Is the day pretty enough where you are for a little of this?  I hope you get some time to relax this weekend. 

But don't relax too much!  I have a job for you . . .


I am on a quest!  It seems that it has been really, really hard lately to find any blog posts about your pets? 

Daisy is disappointed she hasn't been able to give an award lately.




She is even willing to do a  little kitty award.  So get that camera out and snap a few pics!




I know your doggies and kitties do some amazing tricks that just need to be documented on your blog!  

We would love to see them.  Leave us a comment and invite us over! 

Have a wonderful day filled with Smiles . . .

My Journey is Blessed,

Sherry

Cherished for 5 Minutes

Write for 5 minutes flat – no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking
2. Link back here and invite others to join in.
3. Please visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. That is like the one rule we all really care about. For reals.
OK, are you ready? I’ve had this word on my heart for you all week. Usually I’m wondering what the prompt will be right up until nearly midnight myself. But this week – this week I think a few of you at least need this word…Go

Cherished I am. But sometimes I don't feel like I am Cherished.
Sometimes I feel lonely.  Sometimes I feel rejected. It's during those times that He seems so quiet.  So distant. But yet all I need to do is look around and realize that I am.  He is the lover of my soul.  Speaking quietly.  Giving quietly.  Just waiting for me to remember that He is with me.  That He is there.  Gently loving Cherishing.  And He cherishes our time together.  When I sit and talk to him.  When I tell him about my day.  When I tell him I feel.
When I am hurting.  When I am happy.  He wants to listen.  He is the perfect friend.  The perfect lover (of my soul).  Because He just listens.  No back talking.  Never allowing distractions.  Just focusing on me and Cherishing me.  I am Cherished.Stop

Cherished on the Journey . . .

Sherry

Linking with Lisa Jo for


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Thankfully Thriving

Hello Sunshine . . .
Today I opened my eyes and this is the first thing I saw


I smiled. I thanked God for the sunshine.  And I remembered it is Thursday!  And I began to make a mental list of what I am thankful for today.  Do you have a list?

Today I am thankful for

I love waking up to Sunshine

Especially in the middle of winter? 

In the morning when I take Daisy out I look for the sunniest spot.  It is always warmer in the sun.  While she does her doggie thing sniffing around and getting distracted watching squirrels run through the trees I enjoy being in the sun. 

 
The beautiful bright sunshine reminds me spring is not too far away.  Even if there is a sprinkling of snow on the ground.  I love days when I can go out without a coat. 

On Monday the little stream on the edge of our property had a thin layer of ice.  I wished I had the camera it was so pretty to look at. 

Yesterday as we walked through the field I saw a lone dandelion flower peerking out of the grass. 

Another reminder of Spring around the corner. 

I love sunshine.  (except maybe in August and September) And I am Thankful. 

And I am Thankful for you. 



My friends that stop in and leave sweet words.  My friends that email me and encourage me like I want to encourage you. 

I hope that I am Little Miss Sunshine to you.  


Do you need a little Sunshine today?  Just to let you know . . .
you are sunshine to me.
Did you happen to see my post How to Say I Love You?  I thought maybe you needed a little more encouragement today.  Before you visit the linkies below why not stay here a little longer and read my post here.

Enjoying the Journey . . .

Sherry

Linking with Laurie

for Thankful Thursday.  Click Here

Linking with Anne

For Thriving on Thursday.  Click Here

Linking with Julia for


Thankful Thursday.  Click Here


Joining Sarah for


Thankful Thursday.  Click Here