FOR SUNDAY, APRIL 1ST, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

APRIL 1st, 2007

 

TODAY'S THOUGHT

The most important word in the English language is hope.

Eleanor Roosevelt

TODAY’S ACTION

Let God’s light shine through you.

TODAY’S QUOTE

A man has to live with himself, and he should see to it that he always has good company.

Charles Evans Hughes

HAPPY SUNDAY

Today is Palm Sunday and pretty soon I’ll be getting ready and going off to Church. It’s supposed to rain a little and then hopefully the sun will come out again. They are saying that by Wednesday our temps will start to drop and by Thursday we could have snow showers.

Springtime is here and we know there will be many sunny days to come.

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that Iwill serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…APRIL FOOLS DAY

Why is there an April Fool's Day? In 16th century France, New Year's was celebrated from March 25 to April 1. King Charles IX adopted the Gregorian calendar in 1582 - and suddenly the new year began Jan 1. Many people refused to switch or simply forgot the new date. They were called "April Fish", and their celebrations turned into silly pranks. This "fooling" eventually became a holiday of it's own.

It later became a custom in England - and the English brought it to the U.S. Some people believe this day of fooling is also a tribute to Mother Nature's ability to play tricks on us. Though the calendar tells us it's spring, snow storms sometimes sneak up on us in April and late March, when we've stopped expecting them.

April 1. This is the day upon which we are reminded of what we are on the other three hundred and sixty-four.

Mark Twain, Pudd'nhead Wilson, 1894

TODAY’S TRIVIA

The name "April" may have been derived from Aphrodite, the ancient goddess of love. Or it may have come from the Latin verb asperire, meaning "to open," which could refer to spring blossoms.

April birthstone: diamond; April flower: sweet pea or daisy.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month, Animal Cruelty Prevention Month, Become a Yardnerd Month, Cancer Control Month, Child Abuse Prevention Month, Couple Appreciation Month, National Kite Month, Donate Life Month, Holy Humor Month, National Knuckles Down Month, Keep America Beautiful Month, National Lawn & Garden Month, National Smile Month, Tackle Your Clutter Month, and National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Golden Rule Week begins today.

Holy Week begins today. It's a Christian observance dating from the 4th century.

April 1st is Firefighters Day honoring men and women who risk their lives fighting fires.

1778: New Orleans businessman Oliver Pollock created the dollar symbol ($) by adding a vertical line through a capital "S."

1853: Cincinnati became the first U.S. city to pay firefighters a regular salary.

1960 - The first U.S. weather satellite was launched. TIROS I was put into orbit and soon meteorologists saw the first pictures of a midlatitude cyclone over the northeastern United States. Other, more powerful satellites launched since then provide pictures and more exact climatological data.

TODAY’S SMILE

There is a story told about a seagull's first flight. Safe in the cliff, high over the sea, he refused to fly. His brothers and sisters had made the jump and were enjoying life. He'd take a little run to the edge of the nest, look down on the sea miles below, flap his wings and retire in fear.

The mother teased the young seagull out of the nest with hunger. She kept dangling pieces of fish in front of him until one day he jumped. With a loud scream he fell downwards into space. His mother swooped near him. He heard the swish of her wings. He was in terror but only for a moment.

Suddenly his wings spread out. The wind rushed against his breast feathers, under his stomach and against his wings. He wasn't falling now but soaring with delight.

We can trust God to give us that same vital lift each day

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TODAY’S WORD

interstice

\in-TER-stus\ noun

1 : space that intervenes between things; especially : one between closely spaced things 2 : short space of time between events

Paula found a bundle of love letters tucked in an interstice in the wall, where they must have been hidden by one of the house's former occupants.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Psalm 119:105

May he who hears each little prayer

Keep you safely in His care

And make the world around you bright

As you walk daily in His light.

Helen Steiner Rice

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC It is unlucky to put new sheets on a bed on Sunday.

81 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

Full Pink Moon - April

This name came from the herb moss pink, or wild ground phlox, which is one of the earliest widespread flowers of the spring. Other names for this month's celestial body include the Full Sprouting Grass Moon, the Egg Moon, and among coastal tribes the Full Fish Moon, because this was the time that the shad swam upstream to spawn.

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

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FOR SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 31st, 2007

 

TODAY'S THOUGHT

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

Margaret Mead

TODAY’S ACTION

Cherish God’s message of hope.

TODAY’S QUOTE

When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves.

William Arthur Ward

HAPPY SATURDAY

It’s the last day of March and I guess that old saying about coming in like a lion and going out like a lamb is true. We had sunshine and near 60 degree temps here yesterday. I took a little walk around the house to find that yes indeed we do have some blooms here. I found some daffodils blooming and the hyacinths almost ready to pop open.

The grass is very green and I imagine by next week we may need to mow it.

Thank the dear Lord, DDIL#6’s mom came through her surgery just fine and thank you for praying with me.

I’ll be spending the day with my Dad today and then try to catch up around here tomorrow. It will be Palm Sunday and in one more week we’ll have Easter. Our family celebration won’t be until the 15th. which is also DS#2’s birthday. We did sing Happy Birthday to him last weekend when I was on vacation.

I have a few things that must be done before I’m on my way this morning so I’d best get with it

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…COLORING CRAYON DAY

In 1903, Binney & Smith, Inc. put crayons on sale for the first time. Their brand name "Crayola" was made by putting the French word for chalk (craie) with "ola" (for oily). The first Crayola crayons came in a box of 8 and sold for 5 cents. Today, Binney & Smith produce about 7 million crayons every day in 120 colors. The average American child uses 730 crayons by his 10th birthday. It's no surprise that a study shows the smell of Crayola crayons is one of the twenty top scents recognized by adults in the U.S.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Tater Day.

1880: Wabash, Indiana, became the first town completely illuminated by electrical lighting.

1932: The Ford Motor Company publicly unveiled its "V-8" engine.

1943: The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical "Oklahoma!" opened on Broadway.

1954: Leica introduced a revolutionary new 35-millimeter camera with dialed shutter speeds, interchangeable lenses, and a film-winding lever.

1985: "The Love Boat" celebrated its 200th TV episode by honoring its 1,000th guest star, Lana Turner.

TODAY’S SMILE

A man lay sprawled across three entire seats in the posh theater. When the usher came by and noticed this, he whispered to the man, "Sorry, sir, but you're only allowed one seat." The man groaned but didn't budge.

The usher became impatient. "Sir, if you don't get up from there I'm going to have to call the manager." Again, the man just groaned, which infuriated the usher who turned and marched briskly back up the aisle in search of his manager.

In a few moments, both the usher and the manager returned and stood over the man. Together the two of them tried repeatedly to move him, but with no success. Finally, they summoned the police.

The cop surveyed the situation briefly then asked, "All right buddy, what's your name?"

"Sam," the man moaned. "Where ya from, Sam?"

With pain in his voice Sam replied "the balcony." …

The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever. The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment. The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide. -Psalms 37:23

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Sign on a Bus:

 "When you exit this vehicle, please lower your head and watch your step. If you fail to do so, please lower your voice and watch your language. Thank you."

TODAY’S WORD

non·plus

transitive verb non·plused To put at a loss as to what to think, say, or do; bewilder.

noun A state of perplexity, confusion, or bewilderment.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Jesus said, "I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven - for she loved much."

Luke 7:47

The Lord's Prayer says that we are forgiven "as we forgive" others (Matt. 6:12) Forgiveness is the antidote to bitterness in the soul. If we want to be free of bitterness and stop new bitterness from creeping into our lives, we forgive.

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TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Cut branches of mock orange for forced indoor blooms.

 82 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 30th,, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

Keep in mind that the true measure of an individual is how he treats a person who can do him no good.

Ann Landers

TODAY’S ACTION

Keep company with people who inspire you.

TODAY’S QUOTE

Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

James Bryant Conant

HAPPY FINALLY FRIDAY

It certainly has been a fast week and a very busy one. I’ve still got a pile of work on my desk and that is unusual for me on a Friday. Hopefully by the time I leave work today I’ll be all caught up.

Today should be another sunny day here with temps near 60.

I’ll be praying for DDIL#6’s Mom as she has surgery today

May the dear Lord bless her with a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.

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.

25 WORDS

 God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that Iwill serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…FROZEN FOOD DAY

People have been freezing food in artic regions since pre-historic times - and weren't they smart! We now know that freezing is safer than any other form of food preservation since bacteria can't grow on frozen food. This industry grew rapidly during the 20th century because it saved people time (and storage space) in their kitchens. An added benefit is that frozen food loses less flavor and vitamins than other methods during processing.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Hot Dog Day.

Today is Take A Walk in the Park Day.

1858: Hyman L. Lipman of Philadelphia patented a pencil with an attached eraser. (Did ya know that the average pencil can write a continuous line 35 miles long).

1867: Secretary of State William Seward reached an agreement with Russia for the purchase of Alaska for $7,200,000 in gold. A deal roundly ridiculed as "Seward's Folly.

1932: Amelia Earhart is first woman to make solo crossing of the Atlantic.

1964: One of television's best-known games shows, Jeopardy, developed by Merv Griffin, aired on NBC-TV for the first time with Art Fleming as the host

1974: John Denver reached the top of the music charts with, "Sunshine on My Shoulders," his first number one song.

1993: In "Peanuts," Charlie Brown hit his first home run.

TODAY’S SMILE

A story is told of a Jewish man who was riding on the subway reading an Arab newspaper. A friend of his, who happened to be riding in the same subway car, noticed this strange phenomenon.

Very upset, he approached the newspaper reader "Moshe, have you lost your mind? Why are you reading an Arab newspaper?"

Moshe replied "I used to read the Jewish newspaper, but what did I find? Jews being persecuted, Israel being attacked, Jews disappearing through assimilation and intermarriage, Jews living in poverty. So I switched to the Arab newspaper.

Now what do I find? Jews own all the banks, Jews control the media, Jews are all rich and powerful, Jews rule the world. The news is so much better."

BLESSINGS IN DISGUISE

We all want happiness and dread the thought of rain.

When the sun fails to shine, we worry and complain.

We forget that God above is infinitely wise,

and sometimes our ails are blessings in disguise.

For if we're always happy filled with sunshine and cheer,

our hearts would hold no mercy for others who shed tears.

So when trouble comes knocking, remember to stay strong.

Rainbows always follow the storm

and dark clouds never stay long.

Author Unknown

TODAY’S WORD

er·satz adjective

Being an imitation or a substitute, usually an inferior one; artificial: ersatz coffee made mostly of chicory.

Synonym artificial.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

The LORD loves you.

Deuteronomy 7:8

God loves you simply because he has chosen to do so. He loves you when you don’t feel lovely. He loves you when no one else loves you. Others may abandon you, divorce you, and ignore you, but God will love you.

Always. No matter what.

This is his promise: “I have loved you, my people, with an everlasting love. With unfailing love I have drawn you to myself” Jer. 31:3

1 of 365 devotionals in Grace for the Moment, Volume 2

By Max Lucado

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

 A problem well stated is a problem half solved.

Charles Franklin Kettering

83 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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I believe we should live ‘ON THE BRIGHT SIDE’

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FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 29TH, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 29th, 2007

 

TODAY'S THOUGHT

See how nature--trees, flowers, grass--grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence. . . . We need silence to be able to touch souls.

Mother Teresa

TODAY’S ACTION

Appreciate the singing sparrow, the cool breeze, the pink sunset...

TODAY’S QUOTE

Among those whom I like or admire, I can find no common denominator, but among those whom I love, I can: all of them make me laugh..

W. H. Auden

HAPPY THURSDAY

It was much cooler here on Wednesday. The sun managed to peep through for a few short moments, but not long enough to warm it up. Today it should reach 55 and be sunny they say. We’ll see…

Work was ok for the first day back and after today there is only one more day of the work week left. I love short work weeks..

Please join me in saying a little prayer for DDIL#6’s mom as she has surgery tomorrow.

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

And…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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…HAVE A PICKLE DAY

Pickle Facts:

1. Mentioned at least twice in the Bible. 

2. Aristotle praised their healing effects.

3. Julius Caesar made his army eat them.

4. Cleopatra said they made her beautiful.

5. Sailors ate them to prevent scurvy.

6. George Washington loved pickles.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Coca-cola's Birthday - Atlanta pharmacists John Pembelton, concocted Coca-cola on March 29th and introduced it to the public on May 8th, 1886.

Knights of Columbus Founder's Day - Founded in 1882, The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal Catholic family service organization providing social services.

1848: Niagara Falls stops flowing -- for 1 day -- because of an ice jam

1951: The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, "The King and I," based on Margaret Langdon's novel "Anna and the King of Siam," opened at New York's St. James Theatre for 1,246 performances.

1963: Alfred Hitchcock's "The Bird's," opened. The film starred Rod Taylor, Tippi Hedren and Jessica Tandy

TODAY’S SMILE

With tears in his eyes, nine-year old Tommy stuck his lower lip out as far as he could. He had begged his mother to let him buy a model airplane with his allowance money, but she wouldn't consider it.

Three weeks later he understood why. It happened at his tenth birthday party. As he opened his first gift his eyes lit up. The box held a remote-controlled airplane. "Wow, thanks, Mom!" he said.

Suddenly he was very glad that he had not wasted his money on an airplane that wouldn't even fly.

Sometimes the same thing happens with our heavenly Father. Often when God says "no" to our request it is because God has something better prepared for us. We may not understand God's answer, but if we obediently follow God's commands, we can trust that God will always provide what is best for us.

Trust God and look for surprises!

TODAY’S LINK

FAITH

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TODAY’S WORD

pa·ro·chi·al adjective

1. Of, relating to, supported by, or located in a parish.

2. Narrowly restricted in scope or outlook; provincial: parochial attitudes.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

I am the vine, you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. -- This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.

John 15:5 & 8

Jesus is explaining how to have a fruitful life. God created us and when we stay connected to God through his Son, we can live fruitful lives. When we cut ourselves off from our Creator, we are separating ourselves from God's grace.

All you have to do is love him and learn to use the lessons he teaches. You do this by reading God's Word each day and talking with the Lord each day through prayer, remembering that when you talk with someone, you also listen.

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TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

A dream of clear water foretells happiness.

84 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28TH, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 28th, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

Nature awakens and reechoes in springtime.

Lionel Bruce Kingery

TODAY’S ACTION

Pause to admire the world.

TODAY’S QUOTE

You may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for this thing that we call 'failure' is not the falling down but the staying down.

Mary Pickford

HAPPY WEDNESDAY

I am home from a wonderful trip and it’s back to reality and work today. I got home yesterday afternoon and was amazed at the warm weather we are having in Ohio. The temperature felt almost like it did when I left from down south that morning.

We did have a beautiful trip down and the weather was summer-like the whole time I was there. DS#4 had just put in a new deck and I spent a lot of time outside. We also did a lot of site seeing and walking. I got the exercise I badly needed.

It was great to see everyone! I’ll be posting some pictures on my journal page.

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…GARDEN SEED DAY

Mistress Mary, quite contrary.

How does your garden grow?

Fine for a nursery rhyme, but gardening is lots of fun. Just get a spade, a pair of gloves and a good hat. Check out your growing zone. Decide what to plant, where to plant it and when. There won't be a single contrary gardener in sight.

Hot Tip: Easy seeds to grow.... Cosmos!

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Black Forest Cake Day

1797 Nathaniel Briggs of New Hampshire patents a washing machine

1881: P.T. Barnum and James Bailey merged their circuses to form "The Greatest Show on Earth."

1930: The names of the Turkish cities of Constantinople and Angora were changed to Istanbul and Ankara

TODAY’S SMILE

ANGELS FROM A KIDS PERSPECTIVE

I only know the names of two angels — "Hark" and "Harold" ... Gregory, Age 5

All angels are girls because they gotta wear dresses and boys didn't go for it. Antonia, Age 9

My guardian angel helps me with math, but he's not much good for science. Henry, Age 8

What I don't get about angels is why, when someone is in love, they shoot arrows at them. Sarah, Age 7

Angels live in cloud houses made by God's son, who's a very good carpenter. Jared, Age 8

I hear angels all the time in my dreams. And I'm sticking with that no matter how many people tell me I'm crazy. Molly, Age 8

When an angel gets mad, he takes a deep breath and counts to ten. And when he lets out his breath, somewhere there's a tornado. Regan, Age 10

Angels have a lot to do and they keep very busy. If you lose a tooth, an angel comes in through your window and leaves money under your pillow. Then when it gets cold, angels go north for the winter. Sara, Age 6

Everybody's got it all wrong. Angels don't wear halos anymore. I forget why but scientists are working on it. Olive, Age 9

Some of the angels are in charge of helping heal sick animals and pets. And if they don't make the animals get better, they help the kid get over it. Vicki, Age 8

UNKNOWN

Lord…where we are wrong, make us willing to change, and where we are right, make us easy to live with.

Peter Marshal

TODAY’S WORD

ar·cane adjective.

Known or understood by only a few: arcane economic theories. Synonym mysterious.

Then just as quickly, the two women resumed their arcane discussion.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

 I am the good shepherd, I know my sheep and my sheep know me -- just as the Father knows me and I know the Father -- and I lay down my life for the sheep.

John 10:14-15

Jesus set the example for us, for he was always in touch with his Father. Jesus always took time for prayer. When we are in prayerful harmony with the Lord, we can be certain that he will guide us in all that we do.

Instead of our lives being filled with anxiety and fear, our Shepherd will lead us to peace and joy.

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Polish your floor with club soda to make it sparkle.

 85 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 25th,2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

The heart is happiest when it beats for others.

Anonymous

TODAY’S ACTION

Engage the minds and hearts of the people around you.

TODAY’S QUOTE

Both optimists and pessimists contribute to our society. The optimist invents the airplane and the pessimist the parachute.

Gil Stern

HAPPY SUNDAY

 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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…PECAN DAY

Commemorating the day in 1775 that George Washington planted pecan trees given to him by Thomas Jefferson.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Lobster Newburg Day.

1937: The first perfumed ad appeared in the Washington, D.C. Daily News. The ad was for flowers since it was cherry blossom time.

1954: The Radio Corporation of America began commercial production of color television sets. (The sets, with 12-½ inch picture tubes, were expected to cost $1,000 each).

1985: Stevie Wonder won an Academy Award for "I Just Called to Say I Love You."

TODAY’S SMILE

ALL I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE I LEARNED FROM EATING CHOCOLATE

Some people are semi-sweet; others are just plain nutty.

Don't cry over spilled milk - unless, of course, it's chocolate milk.

 Blind dates are like chocolate - they are usually chunky and they quickly disappear.

When life presents you a rocky road, just eat your way out of it.

Keep your fingers off other people's bonbons.

Flowers and champagne may set the stage, but it's chocolate that steals the show.

An ounce of truffles is worth a pound of anything.

 Milk Chocolate. . . for all it's worth.

You never really know a person till you've shared a box of chocolates with them.

A kiss is just a kiss, but a chocolate kiss is bliss.

The best things in life are not fat free.

When all else fails, fudge it!

TODAY’S WORD

Augur \AW-gur\ verb

1 : to foretell especially from omens 2 : to give promise of : presage California's unusually cold winter does not augur well for the citrus crop

TODAY’S REFLECTION

The master commended the dishonest manager because he had acted shrewdly. For the people of this world are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind that are the people of the light.

Luke 16:8-9

I believe that Jesus is saying that we Christians can learn from the world's ways. If we rooted for our beliefs as enthusiastically as we root for a ball team, how much more effective we would be.

If we advertised Jesus' lessons by demonstrating them in our lives, we might be as effective as a billboard or a TV commercial. It's something to think about!

We are smart and enthusiastic about conducting business. If we were that smart and enthusiastic about the Lord, prayerful living would be more powerful living.

Jesus is asking us to consider whether we live for him or for the world. "No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other."

 God takes care of his own.

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TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

 Stay off soggy lawns. Too much pressure can compact the soil and inhibit rooting of new grass.

88 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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FOR SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 24th,, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.

Peter Marshall

TODAY’S ACTION

Continue to expand your goals.

TODAY’S QUOTE

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.

 Doug Larson

HAPPY SATURDAY

I spent  the night at DS#1's and this morning we'll be off on the long drive.  By evening we'll be seeing the Sunshine Babes.

I was very tired last night by the time I got here and got a good night's rest.

I'll post an entry when I have an opportunity.

 

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.

 25 WORDS

 God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…Harry Houdini Day

 Houdini is the most famous magician in history. He was born Erik Weisz on March 24, 1874, in Budapest, Hungary - and 4 years old when his family emigrated to America. His worldwide fame came from making amazing escapes. Early routines included getting out of straitjackets and handcuffs. He eventually performed an act where he was shackled with irons, placed in a box that was locked, roped, and weighted - and then submerged under water. Abracadabra!

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day. It greatly reduces "chocolate guilt" if you hide some fruit inside, so this must be the reason they invented chocolate covered raisins. Now... if we can just figure out why they came up with chocolate covered ants! Maybe to add protein?

1820: Frances Crosby was born in Putnam County, New York. Blinded by illness at age six weeks, "Fannie" grew up to teach English and history for 35 years and to write 9,000 poems and songs. Some of her biggest hits included "To God Be the Glory," "Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior," "Jesus Is Tenderly Calling," "All the Way My Savior Leads Me," "Rescue the Perishing," "Blessed Assurance," "I Am Thine, O Lord," and "Tell Me the Story of Jesus."

1898: Alexander Winton sold his first automobile, built in Cleveland, to mining engineer Robert Allison for $1,000. It was the first car built and sold in the U.S. 1958: At age 23, Elvis Presley was inducted into the U.S. Army in Memphis. The next day at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, barber James Peterson sheared off the King’s famous ducktails as Elvis groaned, "Hair today, gone tomorrow."

TODAY’S SMILE

 There are two days in every week about which we should not worry, two days which should be kept free from fear and apprehension.

One of these days is Yesterday with all its mistakes and cares, its faults and blunders, its aches and pains. Yesterday has passed forever beyond our control. All the money in the world cannot bring back Yesterday. We cannot undo a single act we performed; we cannot erase a single word we said. Yesterday is gone forever.

 The other day we should not worry about is Tomorrow with all its possible adversities, its burdens, its large promise and its poor performance;

Tomorrow is also beyond our immediate control. Tomorrow's sun will rise, either in splendor or behind a mask of clouds, but it will rise. Until it does, we have no stake in Tomorrow, for it is yet to be born.

This leaves only one day, Today. Any person can fight the battle of just one day. It is when you and I add the burdens of those two awful eternities Yesterday and Tomorrow that we break down.

It is not the experience of Today that drives a person mad, it is the remorse or bitterness of something which happened Yesterday and the dread of what Tomorrow may bring.

Let us, therefore, Live but one day at a time.

Author Unknown

The Tate Family

You may have heard of the Tate Family.

Members of this family attend every group. ·

There is Dic Tate who wants to run everything. ·

Ro Tate tries to change things --- whether they need it or not. ·

Agi Tate stirs up trouble whenever possible. She gets a helping hand from her brother, Irri Tate. ·

Devas Tate loves to interrupt whatever is happening. · And Poten Tate wants to be the big shot. ·

When new ideas are suggested, Hesi Tate and Vegi Tate are quick to say why they will not possibly work. ·

Imi Tate would rather copy others than try something new. · Thank goodness the Tate family also has Facili Tate, Cogi Tate and Medi Tate.

They are willing to pray, think, and plan. They get everyone pulling together.

TODAY’S LINK

TODAY’S WORD

 can·vass verb

1. To examine carefully or discuss thoroughly; scrutinize: 2.a. To go through (a region) or go to (persons) to solicit votes or orders. b. To conduct a survey of (public opinion); poll. --intransitive 1. To make a thorough examination or conduct a detailed discussion. 2. To solicit voters, orders, or opinions. noun 1. An examination or discussion. 2. A solicitation of votes or orders. 3. A survey of public opinion.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.

Luke 9:23

Jesus tells us today, "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me." The cross here is a very important symbol.

Carrying the cross means we carry a burden of helping others, it means God is important, it means we have hope, it means we have forgiveness, it means we use our financial resources to help others, and it means we want to share God's love, forgiveness, and hope with our family, our friends, and our co-workers.

When we deny ourselves, we put God first.

http://www.devotions.net

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

 Arians tend to be enthusiastic, quick-witted, adventurous, and courageous.

89 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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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FOR F R I D A Y , MARCH 23RD, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 23RD, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

You are the best person somebody knows.

Anonymous

TODAY’S ACTION

Share with others how important they are to you.

TODAY’S QUOTE

Blessed is the influence of one true, loving human soul on another

George Eliot

HAPPY FINALLY FRIDAY

This evening after work I begin the first leg of my trip to visit the ‘Sunshine’ babes. I’ll meet up with DS#1 and his family then tomorrow morning we’ll be leaving on the 8 hour drive to DS#4’s home. I won't be home til Tuesday, the 27th.

I’m not sure about how much I’ll be able to post as far as my newsletter or my journal goes, but I’ll put the two links below for you to check on if you want.

I won’t be sending out this newsletter until I’m home again on the evening of the 27th. If time allows I’ll put entries in the AOL journals below.

http://journals.aol.com/marainey1/GoodMorningSunshine/

http://journals.aol.com/marainey1/ONTHEBRIGHTSIDE/

Please join me in praying for a safe trip.

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

and as always...

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…BARBIE DOLL DAY

The first Barbie came in a black and white swim suit with the full name "Barbie Roberts" on the box. She was introduced in 1959 at a New York toy fair and got mixed reviews. No one guessed she would be the most successful toy ever produced. Mattel sells over 1.5 million dolls every week - that's two dolls per second. Over the last 40 years, 90% of all American girls have owned a Barbie. Nobody knows how many have gone on diets trying to match this unrealistic image that is only a toy.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Chip and Dip Day

Today is Diabetes Alert Day, a day to realize the risks of diabetes

Dixie Cup Birthday - The Dixie Cup was invented 1912.

1743: Handel's "Messiah" premiered in London. King George rose to his feet during the "Hallelujah Chorus," prompting the entire audience to rise and creating a tradition that remains during live Messiah performances to this day.

1840: The most widely used Americanism "O.K." was first used in the New York publication "The New Era" by the Democratic OK Club. They got the name from Old Kinderhook, NY, where President Martin Van Buren was born.

TODAY’S SMILE

WISDOM OF THE SOUL

1. No one can ruin your day without YOUR permission.

2. Most people will be about as happy, as they decide to be.

3. Others can stop you temporarily, but only you can do it permanently.

4. Whatever you are willing to put up with, is exactly what you will have.

5. Success stops when you do.

6. When your ship comes in...make sure you are willing to unload it.

7. You will never "have it all together."

8. Life is a journey...not a destination. Enjoy the trip!

9. The biggest lie on the planet: "When I get what I want I will be happy."

 10. The best way to escape your problem is to solve it.

11. I've learned that ultimately 'takers' lose and 'givers' win.

12. Life's precious moments don't have value, unless they are shared.

13. If you don't start, it's certain you won't arrive.

14. We often fear the thing we want the most.

15. Everyone hears what you say. Friends listen to what you have to say. Best friends listen to what you don't say!

16. Yesterday was the deadline for all complaints.

17. Look for opportunities...not guarantees.

18. Life is what's coming....not what was.

19. Success is getting up one more time.

20. Now is the most interesting time of all.

21. When things go wrong...don't go with them.

22. Sometimes the majority only means that all the fools are on the same side.

23. God can mend all broken hearts. You just have to give Him all the pieces.

24. A person who asks a question might be a fool for five minutes, but a person who doesn't ask, is a fool forever.

25. A best friend is like a four leaf clover...hard to find, and lucky to have.

26. A friend is someone who reaches for your hand but touches your heart.

27. A coincidence is when God performs a miracle, and decides to remain anonymous.

28. I don't have to attend every argument I'm invited to.

 29. Your worst days are never so bad that you are beyond the reach of God's grace...and your best days are never so good that you are beyond the need of God's grace.

30. Our eyes are placed in front because it is more important to look ahead than to look back.

TODAY’S LINK

Light a candle

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/enter.cfm?l=eng

TODAY’S WORD

al·tru·ism noun..

Unselfish concern for the welfare of others; selflessness.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles.

Proverbs 21:23

James, a “pillar in the early church” (Gal. 2:9), recognized the great destructive power and the danger of an uncontrolled tongue. He was not alone. Men and women in many cultures have warned us about the need to guard our speech. Is it any wonder that James likened the tongue to a little fire that sets a great forest ablaze, or to the very small rudder that turns a mighty ship in a storm? (James 3:4-6).

Wise is the person who knows what to say and when to say it

http://www.rbc.org

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Coat saw blade edges with soap for easier sawing.

90 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER!

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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FOR THURSDAY , MARCH 22, 2007

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 22ND, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

When you get up in the morning, you have two choices - either to be happy or to be unhappy. Just choose to be happy.

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

TODAY’S ACTION

Welcome the freshness of morning and the opportunities that await you with the start of a new day.

TODAY’S QUOTE

For one who reads, there is no limit to the number of lives that may be lived, for fiction, biography, and history offer an inexhaustible number of lives in many parts of the world, in all periods of time.

Louis L'Amour

HAPPY THURSDAY

Yesterday morning it was 27 degrees when I left for work but by the time I got home from work it was about 56 degrees. It felt heavenly! I even opened the back door window to let in some fresh air !

Today we’re supposed to be in the 60’s but a little more rain is headed our way.

I just about have my suitcase packed for my long weekend and am nearly sure I have thought of everything I need, but I’ll probably forget something.

The long range forecast for where the ‘Sunshine Babes ‘ live says it will be in the 70’s. I’m looking forward to that. 

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…ROLLER COASTER DAY

In 1884, LaMarcus A. Thompson built a ride at New York's Coney Island to bring people out of the local beer gardens. The tracks carried individual cars that climbed 15 feet in the air and zoomed along at 4 miles per hour. People swarmed to Coney Island to try this novelty for a nickel a ride. Today, the fastest roller coaster is the Alpengeist at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA. It goes 67 mph - and it probably costs more than a nickel.

CEDAR POINT HAS A NEW ONE

http://maverick.cedarpoint.com/

(make sure to click on the play button so you can see the movie)

And they have Webcams too !

http://www.cedarpoint.com/public/fun/webcams/index.cfm

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is As Young As You Feel Day, a day to stop acting your age

Today is Regional Shopping Mall Day. On this day in 1954, the first regional shopping mall in the U.S. opened in Southfield, Michigan.

Today is National Bavarian Crepes Day

Today is World Day for Water, sponsored by the United Nations

Carbonated water - invented (1733) - Joseph Priestly inventedcarbonated water, a basic ingredient in soft drinks.

Cornstarch patented (1841) - Orlando Jones patented cornstarch.

1774: Tommy Thumb's Song Book, a collection of English nursery rhymes which included "Baa Baa Black Sheep," was published by Mrs. Mary Cooper.

1790: Thomas Jefferson reported to President Washington in New York as the new secretary of state.

1935: Persia is renamed Iran.

Sun rise: 7:30 AM, set: 7:38 PM

TODAY’S SMILE WORDS…

Scott and Peter had applied for jobs at a large company and had to take an intelligence test. Though both of them found the test a breeze, except that they admitted to being momentarily stumped by the final question:

"Name a 14 letter word for someone in charge of a plant."

(Can you the reader answer this one? . . .)

(Now continue . . . )

"How did you answer that one?" asked Scott. "I thought it was tough at first . . . then I thought of Superintendent."

"I think I got it right too," Pete said. "But I wrote down Horticulturist."

One More

So a 2-letter word has a hundred completely different meanings. So what is this stuff about English being easy? There is a two-letter word that perhaps has more meaning than any other two-letter word, and that is "UP."

It's easy to understand UP, meaning toward the sky or at the top of the list, but when we waken in the morning, why do we wake UP? At a meeting, why does a topic come UP?

Why do we speak UP and why are the officers UP for election and why is it UP to the secretary to write UP a report? We call UP our friends and we use it to brighten UP a room, polish UP the silver, we warm UP the leftovers and clean UP the kitchen.

We lock UP the house and some guys fix UP the old car. At other times the little word has real special meaning. People stir UP trouble, line UP for tickets, work UP an appetite, and think UP excuses.

To be dressed is one thing but to be dressed UP is special. Now this UP is really confusing: A drain must be opened UP because it is stopped UP. We open UP a store in the morning but we close it UP at night.

We seem to be pretty mixed UP about UP! To be knowledgeable about the proper uses of UP, look UP the word UP in the dictionary.

 In a desk size dictionary, the word up, takes UP almost 1/4th the page and definitions add UP to about thirty. If you are UP to it, you might try building UP a list of the many ways UP is used.

It will take UP a lot of your time, but if you don't give UP, you may wind UP with a hundred or more. When it threatens to rain, we say it is clouding UP. When the sun comes out we say it is clearing UP. When it rains, it wets UP the earth. When it doesn't rain for a while, things dry UP.

One could go on and on, but I'll wrap it UP, for now my time is UP, so.............I'll give UP and shut UP.....!

Yours Truly [Adapted]

TODAY’S LINK

My Cup Has Overflowed http://bettsgarden.com/cup.html

TODAY’S WORD

 Piliferous

(py-LIF-uhr-uhs) adjective

Having or producing hair. [From Latin pilus (hair).]

People spend millions trying to grow it. Others spend even more to get rid of it. Some do both, though on different parts of their bodies. We can get in other people's hair (to annoy). We let our hair down (relax). We split hairs (make petty distinctions).

Things can make our hair stand on end (terrify), or we might be having a bad hair day (an unpleasant day). Sometimes literally. I have seen my niece in tears at a family wedding just because she felt her hair wasn't done as well as she had hoped. (I know what some of you are saying to yourselves, "Just because?")

Our hair grows. We cut it. And in between we spend countless hours on it.

 http://www.wordsmith.org/

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can you make it salty again? Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with each other

Mark 9:50

Salt was very important in Jesus' day because the people had no knowledge of refrigeration. Salt was not only used for seasoning, but also for preserving food. Salt had to be kept pure or it would not be useful for either of these things.

I believe that he was telling them how important it was for them to avoid being tempted by the ways of the world, so their "saltiness" would lead others to a tastier, purer life and help them to "preservation of life" in eternity.

Dear Lord, help us to reflect your love and joy to everyone we meet today.

Amen.

http://www.dailyguideposts.com

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Expect good luck if a fly falls into your drinking glass.

91 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER!

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’

www.bigmarainey.com

MY JOURNALS

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 BRIGHT SIDE LOGO BY SON #6

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FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21ST, 2OO7

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MARCH 21ST, 2007

TODAY'S THOUGHT

To know how to grow old is the masterwork of wisdom, and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living.

Henri Frederic Amiel

TODAY’S ACTION

Nurture your mind with great thoughts.

TODAY’S QUOTE

Let us make one point, that we meet each other with a smile, when it is difficult to smile. Smile at each other, make time for each other in your family.

Mother Teresa

HAPPY WEDNESDAY

It really seems like a very long week. I guess it’s because I’m so looking forward to my long weekend coming up. It will be a short vacation, but I’ll take what I can get !

We’re suppose to warm up a little and have rain today. Spring showers do wash away some of the grime of winter. Soon things will be green and blossoming

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.

25 WORDS

God, I thank You for today, for the ways You will bless me, and for the ways that I will serve others in Your name

TODAY IS…NICE FRAGRANCE DAY

The word "perfume" comes from the Latin words per fume meaning "through smoke". This reflects the oldest tradition of burning incense and herbs during religious offering. Wearing perfume didn't hit it big until the 17th century when perfumed gloves became the rage in France. The court of Louis XV was even named "the perfumed court" because scents were applied every day to skin, clothes, fans and furniture - mainly because they didn't take very many baths.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is Fragrance Day and Flower Day, always the first full day of spring.

Today is National Common Courtesy Day.

Today is National French Bread Day.

1747: During a violent storm at sea, 22-year-old English slave ship captain John Newton dramatically became a Christian. He abandoned the slave trade and became an Anglican minister for 43 years. He composed the song "Amazing Grace."

1939: Singer Kate Smith recorded "God Bless America." The song became Kate Smith’s second signature after When the Moon Comes Over the Mountain; and the second national anthem of the United States of America.

TODAY’S SMILE

Ever wonder about the abbreviation ASAP?

Generally we think of it in terms of even more hurry and stress in our lives. Maybe if we think of this abbreviation in a different manner, we will begin to find a new way to deal with those rough days along the way.

There's work to do, deadlines to meet, You've got no time to spare. But as you hurry and scurry

ASAP - Always Say A Prayer.

In the midst of family chaos, "Quality time" is rare. Do your best; let God do the rest,

ASAP - Always Say A Prayer.

It may seem like your worries Are more than you can bear Slow down and take a breather,

ASAP - Always Say A Prayer.

God knows how stressful life is, He wants to ease our cares, And He'll respond to all your needs,

ASAP - Always Say A Prayer.

Today I'm saying a little prayer that God will smile on you and send you all the special blessings you deserve.

Pass it on ASAP.

TODAY’S WORD

sinuous

\SIN-yuh-wus\ adjective

1 a : of a serpentine or wavy form : winding b : marked by strong lithe movements

2 : intricate, complex

While flying over the Midwest, I saw a long, sinuous river that wound through fields, farms, and towns as it made its way towards the Gulf of Mexico.

TODAY’S REFLECTION

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Psalm 118:24

Allow each day to be what it is: another opportunity to behold (and display) the passionate love of the Almighty.

While I may never know what you face in your life, what I am sure of is that "This is the day that the Lord has made" and we should "rejoice and be glad in it".

I invite you to make this truth your own, and really live!

http://www.dailyguideposts.com

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Remove felt-tip ink stains from kitchen counters by rubbing them with alcohol.

92 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER !

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’

www.bigmarainey.com

 MY JOURNALS

http://journals.aol.com/marainey1/GoodMorningSunshine/

http://onyama.blogspot.com/

BRIGHT SIDE LOGO BY SON #6

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