LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL FAVES

 

Today our preschoolers with special needs had their last day of school for the official school year (even though they will all be back, minus one, for Summer School that begins on 5 July).  They were dismissed early (11 am) and we had to stay to clean the classroom, and move furniture into the hallways so our floors can get thoroughly mopped and waxed.  

I'm officially off from tonight until the morning of July 5th (Tuesday) so I'm going to pause and list 5 of my fave blessings from this past week. I'm linking up at Susanne's site to join other bloggers in practicing gratitude. 

FIVE FAVES

• TOTAL CLEANING:  Last Saturday was a day for us to thoroughly clean the house......from top to bottom with vacuuming, dusting, laundry, bathrooms/shower/tub.  It felt good to get it all done even though yes I still had the raging sinus headache. I just pushed through and then sat outside for a few minutes after each chore to get fresh air.  I'm thankful my daughter helped a bit and that Dave and I could relax in the evening and finish up Peaky Blinders Season 1. 

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• SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER:  I was so surprised and very, very touched to receive an email prayer from 2 bloggers I have never met:  Susanne, our host and Jerri from Jerralea's Journey. Jerri's was very powerful and Susanne's was as well, although in a slightly different way. This really made me pause and say "thank You, God" for godly, in the Spirit sisters in Christ.  And various Scriptures have ministered to me this week including the one above I read in a couple of different devotionals.  I've been discouraged about what could be going on in my body and waiting for my doctor to come back to give me clearer answers. I seem to be getting worse instead of better....if it's allergies, so far nothing is really working to get rid of the sinus headache.  I have a bit less facial pain though. I'm so thankful for people who encourage me, send me Scriptures, for His Word, for the prayers of caring people......and some from people I have never even met! 

Claire (23), Courtney (28) and Dave

• FATHER'S DAY! Sunday after church we picked up our oldest daughter from her apartment and took Dave out to dinner at the local Japanese restaurant for Hibachi.  The food, drinks, and service are top notch there.  We all had a great meal and time of laughter and talking.  Afterwards, Claire had things to do at home so Courtney joined us in a round of mini golf at the local golf and ice cream place.  It was a great day for Dave.  Later that day he opened his gift from Claire and I:  veggie kabob grilling skewers. 

• COOL NIGHTS:  We've had such gorgeous weather the last couple of week.  Still no central air is needed.  It's been in the 60s and 70s with sunshine and cool breezes and the evenings have been beautiful....love sleeping with the windows open letting in fresh air. Am thankful for good weather. 

• NEW PRIMARY DOC!  I've been searching for a new primary care provider. I like the bedside manner of my current one and she is an MD with a lot of knowledge. However, she is only in the local office one day a week and one Saturday a month. I was wanting someone more available.  I had the recommendation of a young friends, read some reviews, and called the office to see if they're taking new patients. They are!  I have a "meet and greet" type meeting with her on August 17th.  Hopefully whatever this allergy or sinusitis thing is will be completely gone well before then. I'm thankful for good reviews of doctors and for the chance to meet her before I transfer my records. 

That wraps up my week.  I hope you have a relaxing weekend. We have a high school graduation dinner to attend Saturday evening and my aunt and uncle from VA are coming for Sunday dinner.  

HAPPY WEEKEND and FIRST WEEKEND OF SUMMER!