Friday, January 5, 2007

FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2006

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

JANUARY 6TH, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

The present never ages. Each moment is like a snowflake, unique, unspoiled, unrepeatable, and can be appreciated in its surprisingness.

Gail Sheehy

TODAY’S ACTION

Face every situation with faith in your heart.

TODAY’S QUOTE

If you ask what is the single most important key to longevity, I would have to say it is avoiding worry, stress and tension. And if you didn't ask me, I'd still have to say it.

George Burns US actor & comedian (1896 - 1996)

HAPPY SATURDAY

Yesterday it rained and rained some more here. Today we may still see a few showers, but in the long range forecast for next week it may change to snow. It is supposed to get colder anyway.

I’m going to try and get the decorations all put away today. If nothing else gets done I’ll be happy for that much. The very last thing to be put away will be the nativity set in honor of the Epiphany which is celebrated in our church tomorrow.

Have a great day all ! Another wonderful one on the Way !

Please pray for God's protection of our troops and HIS wisdom for their commanders.

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.

TODAY IS…CUDDLE UP DAY

Grab your favorite person and give a big squeeze. Hugs are known to lower your blood pressure and ward off depression. And besides that... they feel good - and help you stay warm!

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is Epiphany, Twelfth Day, or Three Kings Day, when Christians celebrate the visit of the Magi, the first Gentile recognition of Christ.

Today is National Smith Day, marking the birth of Captain John Smith in 1580, but honoring everyone named Smith, including the 2.4-million North American Smiths.

548 This was the last year the Church in Jerusalem observed the birth of Jesus on this date. (Celebrating Christmas on December 25th began in the late 300s in the Western Church.)

1759 George Washington marries Martha Dandridge Curtis

1838 Samuel Morse made 1st public demonstration of telegraph

1957 Elvis Presley makes his 7th & final appearance on Ed Sullivan Show

1975: The TV game show "Wheel of Fortune" debuted on NBC. The host was Chuck Woolery; the letter-turner was Susan Stafford

TODAY’S SMILE

What Gift would I Give Him?

"Daddy, look the manger!" The young boy said. "Is that Santa over there?" He asked pointing to one of the three wise men. "No, son. They are the Three Kings bringing presents to Jesus." Replied Dad.

"Christmas presents?"

"No. I guess you can say they are birthday presents. Remember we told you that Christmas is really our celebration of the birth of Jesus."

The young boy paused for a moment seemingly satisfied with Dad's answer. Then, as children will do, asked the unanswerable question that warms your heart and often puts you in your place.

"Daddy, what are we giving Jesus for His birthday this year?"

Silence. Then drawing on the wisdom of the ages and the creative parental genes that make us what we are, Daddy said..."I don't know. Ask your Mom."

You are the greatest of all gifts given to this world, your family, and your community. Your wealth is not in your checking account, but your actions, your life, your spirit as you live a positive, passion filled existence. That makes you valuable beyond measure.

from one of my daily devotions

TODAY’S WORD

sa·li·ent adjective

1. Projecting or jutting beyond a line or surface; protruding.

2. Strikingly conspicuous; prominent. Synonyms noticeable.

3. Springing; jumping: salient tree toads.

--sa·li·ent noun. 1. The area of a military defense, such as a battle line, that projects closest to the enemy.

2. A projecting angle or part.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Open rebuke is better than love carefully concealed. Faithful are the wounds of a friend, But the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

Proverbs 27:5-6

In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy and confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I'm doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I'm doing the right thing." Lucy says, "Okay. You're doing the right thing. That'll be five cents, please!"

Charlie Brown walks away with a smile on his face. In a few minutes, hereturns with a frown. "Back already?" asks Lucy. "What happened?" Charlie Brown says, "I was wrong. It didn't help. You need more in life than just having someone around to tell you when you're doing the right thing."

Lucy says, "Now you've really learned something! That'll be another five cents please."

One of the qualities of a faithful friend is honesty even when the truth is painful. We all need someone who will love us enough not to let us head in a harmful direction, someone who with gentleness and love will help steer us back on the path of righteousness.

From Thought for Today

http://www.tftd-online.com

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Burning the mistletoe on Twelfth Night ensures marriage for those who have kissed beneath it.

73 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

MY HOMEPAGE

I believe we should live ‘ON THE BRIGHT SIDE’

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BRIGHT SIDE LOGO BY SON #6

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