ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
DECEMBER 22nd, 2005
TODAY'S THOUGHT
May you carry Christmas in your heart and share the glad tidings with people everywhere
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale
TODAY'S ACTION
Always look to the good you can do in every situation.
TODAY'S QUOTE
A friend hears the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails
Anonymous
ADVENT
And Mary said, My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord: my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. For He has looked upon His handmaid’s lowliness; behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed.
Luke 1:46
Christmas is a beautiful time for re-inviting God into our lives and letting His power transform the ordinary into the extraordinary Read the first and second chapters of Luke’s Gospel and spend some time reflecting on the story of Jesus’ birth and early life.
You can visit Martha Stewart. She always BLESSES my heart. "It's a GOOD thing." http://www.marthastewart.com/
HAPPY THANKFULLY THURSDAY !!
I'm sooooo thankful that my vacation starts at 5:00 today ! No more work til next Wednesday !
Have a great day all ! Another wonderful one on the Way !
TODAY IS...LOS POSADAS DAY
It is the annual celebration in Mexico commemorating the search by Mary and Joseph for posada (shelter). When they are finally given posada, they celebrate by breaking candy-filled pinatas and eating delicacies, such as tamales and pan dulce (sweet bread).
HAPPY LOS POSADAS!
TODAY'S TRIVIA
Today is Santa Claus Clearance Day, the day the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration usually clears Santa Claus for his annual flight. The FAA says Santa’s sleigh is equipped with an in-flight de-icing system for polar routes, a Terrain Avoidance Warning System required for low-altitude flights, and a special seat belt extension for a rotund pilot
Today is Chipmunks Day, marking the day in 1958 when Alvin, Simon, and Theodore hit #1 with "The Chipmunk Song." All three voices belonged to composer Ross Bagdasarian, recording as David Seville. His "Witch Doctor" had hit #1 earlier in 1958
1785: The American Continental Navy fleet was organized, consisting of two frigates, two brigs and three schooners. Sailors were paid eight dollars a month
1882: The first Christmas tree with electric lights was turned on at the home of Ed Johnson in New York City. He was an associate of lightbulb inventor Thomas Edison
1910: Postal savings stamps were issued for the first time. They were discontinued in 1914
1955: The Walt Disney movie "The Littlest Outlaw" opened in movie theaters throughout the U.S
1956: The Columbus, Ohio zoo reports the first gorilla born in captivity
TODAY'S SMILE
Mother decided that 10-year-old Cathy should get something "practical" for Christmas. "Suppose we open a savings account for you?" mother suggested. Cathy was delighted. "It's your account, darling," mother said as they arrived at the bank, "so you fill out the application." Cathy was doing fine until she came to the space for "Name of your former bank." After a slight hesitation, she put down Piggy
Through the holidays I always have an Energizer belly—it just keeps growing .. and growing .. and growing.....
TODAY'S WORD
colloquial
Pronunciation: /kuh-LO-kwee-ul/
adj : of or characteristic of spoken language; conversational
To write good instructions, you should use a colloquial style
TODAY'S REFLECTION
Love does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth... I Corinthians 13:6
If we truly love our neighbor as Jesus commanded, we are going to be just and honest. I'm sure most of us try to do that, but sometimes we get involved in "What else is new?" Someone has said that "gossip is what no one claims to like but what everybody enjoys." But does it exhibit God's love?
This is the season for family reunions. There may be family members there who are abrasive and difficult. There may be someone who loves to gossip and start trouble. You can choose to participate or you can help by changing the subject
So when anyone asks you "What else is new?” be sure that you have good news. Tell them the best news of all – Joy to the world, the Lord is come
TODAY'S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC
When bubbles in your coffee collect in the center of the cup, expect fair weather. If they form a ring or cling to the sides, expect rain.
DAYS UNTIL SPRING
Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your Heart
Psalm 37:4
I Love You All !!!
Be Blessed !!!
Ma
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