The Simple Woman's Daybook

Today I reflect on simple thoughts and simple pleasures. My leads are somewhat similar to others in The Simple Woman's Daybook group, yet a bit different as well.  

A picture to share... 

 The finished baby quilt with a safari theme. Yay!

Learning....

I'm TRYING to learn how to join the ends of binding on a quilt so it's continuous. I had to take out my attempts on this quilt at least ten times. I looked at several videos online and finally found one that explained it ever so well. I surely bookmarked that site!

 
Outside my window...

Forsythia in bloom out by the back fence. 
 

Noticing the sound of...

My Beloved editing Sunday's service for duplication.

Thinking...

About how much My Beloved and I appreciate our pastor and his dear wife, who love seeing God change lives. There is so much that they involve themselves in that most of us have no inkling about. They are truly instruments in the hands of the Redeemer.

Reflecting creativity, in His image...
Spruced up The Book Nook at church for an April look.
 

Looking to the ways of my household...

The rhythm of routine.

This coming week I'm planning to...
See my parents and sisters. Looking forward to the visit.

Thankful for...

God's redeeming grace and the salvation of a young man and his decision to marry his daughter's mother. So grateful for God's rescue of this young family!

From the kitchen....

Sharing the recipe for potato soup that we had yesterday. Nothing like soup on a chilly day. You can add the carrots or leave them out; same with the broccoli and eggs. Add what suits you!

Potato Soup

1 cup water

3 cups diced potatoes

1/2 cup sliced celery

1/2 cup sliced carrots

1/2 chopped onions

1/2 cup chopped broccoli

1 tsp. dried parsley flakes

1 tsp. chicken bouillon granules (or 1 cube) 

1/2 tsp salt

1.5 cups milk

1 tbsp flour

3 boiled, chopped eggs 

1 cup mozzarella cheese (or American, or whatever you like)

Combine first  9 ingredients in a large pan and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 

Meanwhile, put eggs on to boil.

Combine milk and flour. Mix well.

Add milk mixture to vegetables, stirring until thickened.

Add chopped eggs.  Add cheese and stir until melted. 

Serves 3-4

A thought from my Quiet Time....

Reading through the Reese Chronological Bible about Noah and his sons. It's interesting to me that his sons were over 100 years old when their first children were born--after the Flood. Many others in that time frame had their firstborn in their 30s, but for whatever reason, God waited until after the Flood to send Noah grandchildren. Then they multiplied and replenished the earth. Are you waiting for children or grandchildren? Perhaps God has something very special in store for you further along.

Currently reading...

The Incomparable Christ by J. Oswald Sanders

A brief paragraph to share as he writes on the "Person of Christ":

A strange admixture of dependence and independence was observable in the life of the Master. Although conscious that He had at His disposal every resource, human and divine, He yet craved the solace of human company and sympathy. He exhibited a sublime independence of the praise or censure of the crowd, yet the companionship of His inner circle of friends was warmly appreciated.

You may also enjoy reading what other simple women are saying and doing these days. Just click here to go to The Simple Woman's Daybook site. I'll be posting my journal on Saturdays. Do stop by again.