(Inspired by TheSimple Woman's Daybook.)
I usually do this every six months or so, just to kind of "take the
temperature" of where my life is at the time. I encourage you to do the
same. It's a wonderful way to celebrate the extraordinarily ordinary
lives we lead.
Outside
my window… a dozen birds are scrambling for the best
position on the feeder and my roses are in full, glorious bloom. This
puts a big smile on my face.
I
am thinking… about the many, many plans I already have for
the month of May. (Prepare yourself, Miami!)
I
am thankful for… my good gringo husband, Eric, who loves
and honors, not just me, but my big, fat, Cuban family.
From
the kitchen… perfecting a Flan de Queso recipe!
I
am wearing…dark blue jeans and a dark purple tee, sneakers
(am I the only one who calls them that?) on my feet.
I am
creating… a Week in the Life Book (inspired by Ali
Edwards). I took photos all day/every day of last week, documenting
how I spend my days and now I’m working all this week on pulling it
together.
I
am going… to the theater tonight (we have season tickets
to the Orange
County Performing Arts Center) to see Dreamgirls.
Yay! So excited about this show.
I
am reading… Waking Up in the Land of Glitter by Kathy
Cano-Murillo
I
am hoping… the weather will turn beach-warm really soon.
I am
hearing… Celia Cruz on iTunes. (Psyching up for Miami.
Azucar!)
Around the house… I am decluttering my
office/schoolroom/studio space. We have lots of books that we are
donating to the library. It’s quiet today because only Eric and I are
home. Piles of sheets and towels in the laundry from having my mom as a
weekend guest.
One
of my favorite things… I have a beautiful silver bracelet
that I unearthed while I decluttered my closet. I have been wearing it
constantly. Even though I’m a stay-at-home-mom and really no one is
going to see it, it totally makes me feel good.
A few plans for the rest of the week… both of my kids
have STAR testing this week, so I have a light school load for them. I
have an appointment with my Mac Genius at my local Apple Store. This
makes me completely happy. I’ll also be finalizing costumes for Lucy’s
high school production of Fiddler on the Roof this week. And then I
think we’ll go to Disneyland. =D
A picture to share…
My family at the dinner table. I know the picture is not in perfect
focus and that there are dirty dishes still on the table, but it
perfectly captures what our loud and sometimes goofy family
mealtimes look like around here.
Please feel free to join in. Tell me about your day. If you decide
to write this on your own blog or on Facebook, please leave a comment
with a link. Thanks!
Happy Monday.
(cross-posted at the Tiki Tiki)
Outside my window… MIDTOWN Miami under a blanket of Rain! :(I am thinking… I rather be home under the covers watching a movie
I am thankful for… for my parents and my grandmothers and sharing life with them constantly and having them close…i am so very blessed to be able for them to share the blessing of my daughter
From the kitchen… absolutely nothing…i have unconsciously boycotted the kitchen for the past 10 days! back to grind i go today!
I am wearing…. beige flowy 70’s shirt, boot cut jeans and my favorite platform shoes (click here:http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=37&itemID=51297&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=)
I am creating… a Culinary School and furnishing it!
I am going… to Publix later…Ay Caramba!
I am reading… MBFCF
I am hoping… to miraculously have a free vacation starting tomorrow!
I am hearing… Banana Pancakes – Jack Johnson
Around the house… CHAOS! i need to organize too many things!
One of my favorite things… My gold earrings that were my mom’s in the 70’s and i cherish them like you dont even know!
A few plans for the rest of the week… Getting my daughter to bed on time, working out, cooking, and making it thru the week with no hangups!
A picture to share…
Hope you have a great week!
http://annemaroo.com
thats a great pic of the family around the dinner table but to be honest with you when i look at that pic i’m wondering whats in that pot with the big spoon sticking out of it.
Hi Jose,Rice! Nice, fluffy, Cuban-style rice!
So, I understand you are going to Cuba Nostalgia!!!! SO AM I!!!!! 🙂
Hi Marti!I decided to take you up on this “day in the life” experiment, and wrote a blog. Now, I’m tired and ready for bed.
You can check out my answers here: http://7salgados.blogspot.com/2010/04/today.html
Outside my window… the window shade is closed but the day is absolutely beautiful today. The complete opposite of yesterday.I am thinking… I am DYING for summer vacation to get here already!! and also, should I have a baby next year?
I am thankful for… My absolutely wonderful family. SERIOUSLY AWESOME!
From the kitchen… currently baking ice cream cone cupcakes for my sis in laws bday dinner later. My mom is cooking Enchilado de camarones.
I am wearing…. colorful zebra print tank top and gray jeans/leggings hybrid
I am creating… just checked on the cupcakes.. not looking too pretty.
I am going… to my parents’ house to have dinner and “cortar un cake”
I am reading… tons of “LOST” analysis. the end is near.
I am hoping… I can figure things out
I am hearing… Howard Stern show on my headphones while Husband watches ESPN
Around the house… needs organizing
One of my favorite things… TIVO
A few plans for the rest of the week… so far the rest of the week looks like its going to be business as usual: work, gym, dinner, TV, sleep
A picture to share…
I dont know how to post a picture here.
mi prima, estoy en internet, inususal para mi, dime cómo puedo hacer para ponerte en los enlaces y viceversa. abrázame a amy, tita, y toda la family!!!
Banana Pancakes! Love Jack Johnson! =D
Regina! Que milagro!! Te pondre en mi enlace ahorra mismo!Besotes a todos ustedes,
Marta
Enchilado de camarones. Now I have a craving!
Rechelle,I left you a comment on your blog. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Alissa,Yes! Would love to meet up with you.
Hi Marta:Glad you are coming to Miami. I am still hoping that you will post a recipe for ensalada de pollo. Hope you have time to do it soon!
Yaya