Observing My Senses

For Today, July 25, 2013...

I am seeing...what promises to be another blazing hot day.  The weather in St. Augustine was cooler because we were right on the bay.  Here we're more inland, and the heat has been unbearable!  The dew point is high, the humidity is higher, and our temps are in the low 90's which is not the norm for us.  Even in the summer our temperatures typically stay in the mid to upper 80's, though with the humidity it feels like 90.  Now our temps are in the 90's and it feels like we're in the 100's - praise God for air conditioning!

I am feeling...a little nostalgic as I go through the pictures of our trip.  Not only did we have a nice time learning about the history of our beloved state, the people in St. Augustine were wonderful, the pace was much slower, it was very relaxing and comfortable to be there.  I thought it was just me, but my daughter mentioned the same thing.  Even my son said he liked St. Augustine better than South Florida.  Of course he said it was because of the chocolate factory. ;-)

I am hearing...the smoke alarm beeping.  Time to get the batteries changed on the smoke alarms.  Hopefully I have 9 volts.  I always buy AA and AAA batteries in bulk because we use so many of them, but I only keep a couple of 9 volt batteries around.  I hope I didn't run out; this beeping is getting to be annoying.

I am tasting...my breakfast of cereal, toast and coffee.  I ran out of English muffins but thankfully there's still wheat bread which I like very much.

I am smelling...a hash brown in the toaster oven.  We're also out of sausages, but there's plenty of bacon, and my family loves bacon.  I mean L-O-V-E-S.  There won't be any complaints if there's bacon on the plate.

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings.  Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

For Today, July 24, 2013 in the afternoon:

I am seeing...a newly cleaned home. It took all morning to get all the dog hair vacuumed and the floors cleaned. The house looks much better now. 

I am feeling...tired. It's been a lot of work getting the house cleaned up, and I haven't finished the laundry yet. I need another vacation!

I am hearing...the television, though I'm not watching it. I think I'll just turn it off. There. Now I hear my oldest son playing a video game in the next room. 

I am tasting...vanilla yogurt covered raisins. I thought I'd stop and have a snack. 

I am smelling...the pleasant smell of a freshly cleaned home. 

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings. Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

For Today, July 24, 2013...

I am seeing...my home again. We had such a fun time during our vacation, but it sure is nice to be home. 

I am feeling...content with the vacation God gave us. We used to go to Disneyworld every year, and I'd love to do it again, but it would have been too expensive. I would have spent in one day what we spent in St. Augustine in four. I'm thankful God provided a great alternative. We will never forget the wonderful time we had in St. Augustine. 

I am hearing...my oldest son who just got up, the toaster oven ticking, and the coffee pot brewing. All sounds I stopped hearing four days ago. I like hearing them again; they're comforting sounds. 

I am tasting...my morning breakfast of cereal, toast and coffee. After pigging out on Belgian waffles everyday I need to get back to healthier eating. 

I am smelling...sausages and hash browns. My youngest son's favorite breakfast. Another reminder that we are back home. 

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings. Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

For Today, July 21, 2013...

I am seeing...Duck Dynasty as we rest up in the hotel. There are few television shows worth my time, but Duck Dynasty is definitely one of them. 

I am feeling...tired but content. We were able to take a trolley tour through historical St. Augustine, visited the Colonial Quarter, went to the famous Castillo De San Marcos fort but it began pouring so we went to the Ripley's Believe It or Not museum. We had a full day but we've learned so much and had an amazing time. So many memories made!

I am hearing...Uncle Si Robertson. That man makes me laugh till I cry!

I am tasting...a Subway Club. We had lunch at a sandwich shop/bar and grill called Local Heroes. It was tasty, though the service was too slow. I guess it's just how folks here roll. We decided to keep it simple for dinner, and it doesn't get much simpler than Subway. 

I am smelling...onions. I need to wash my hands. Onion smell lingers. 

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings. Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

For Today, July 20, 2013...

I am seeing...a small but clean and comfortable hotel room conveniently located right off the expressway and a 15 minute drive from St. Augustine's historical district. When I look out the window I see the pool. :-)

I am feeling...thankful that we arrived safely after a long drive, and tired because I didn't sleep too well last night. I hope I can make up for that tonight. 

I am hearing...50 First Dates. My daughter has the remote control. Can you tell?

I am tasting...the delicious dark chocolate we sampled at Whetstone Chocolate Factory. It was the best gourmet chocolate I've ever tasted.  When I pray tonight I'm gonna ask God if we can have Whetstone Chocolate in heaven. 

I am smelling...fresh and clean after a nice, hot, relaxing shower. 

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings. Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

I am seeing...snacks, a mini cooler, a portable DVD player, items that will go in the car tomorrow morning as we prepare to leave for our trip. 

I am feeling...sad as I see our dog Molly getting excited because she saw the suitcase and knows we're going on a trip. Only problem is, she's not going with us. It breaks my heart but she has to stay at home. 

I am hearing...an episode of Hoarders as I try to relax. We need to get to bed early and I don't want to be all wound up. 

I am tasting...nothing. I had dinner a little while ago. I think I'll have some applesauce in a bit. 

I am smelling...the humid air each time Molly comes in and out. Typical for Florida this time of year. 

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings. Won't you join me?

Observing My Senses

For Today, July 19, 2013...

I am seeing...lots of clouds but at least it's not raining.  Yet.  Supposedly there's only a chance of isolated showers.  Yeah right.  Yesterday we were under a flood advisory.  Again.  It didn't rain as much in our area but the east coast was getting hammered.

I am feeling...excitement building.  We leave tomorrow for St. Augustine!  It's like just now it's really hitting me.  I'm doing last minute packing today, and getting the car ready later on.  We leave first thing in the morning Lord willing.

I am hearing...my oldest son in his room getting ready for work.  He won't be joining us due to his work schedule :-(.  This means he gets to stay home and take care of Molly, which means I don't need to get someone to come to the house to feed her and let her out, but I'm still sad that he doesn't get to enjoy this excursion with us.

I am tasting...nothing except the glass of water I just drank.  Which according to my youngest son doesn't count because water has no flavor.  I disagree; water tastes like water.  I'm not getting into that right now.  Anyway, I had breakfast a little while ago and the taste didn't linger, thankfully.

I am smelling...a clean house.  I've been cleaning a little everyday and the house smells pleasant.

It just takes a moment to observe your surroundings.  Won't you join me?