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Decide to be happy today, to live with what is yours – your family, your business, your job, your luck. If you can’t have what you like, maybe you can like what you have.

Just for today, be kind, cheerful, agreeable, responsive, caring, and understanding. Be your best, dress your best, talk softly, and look for the bright side of things. Praise people for what they do and do not criticize them for what they cannot do. If someone does something stupid, forgive and forget. After all, it’s just for one day.

Who knows, it might turn out to be a nice day.

THE BRIGHT SIDE

I'm looking out the window
and the day is drab and dreary,
And I'm trying to console myself
by thinking something cheery
I know it's simply horrible
to get in such a slump
And I also know it's up to me
to get across the hump
And I realize I'm selfish
to mention this to you
For, gee, you might be feeling
a little 'low-down' too
but often when I feel like this
I tell myself it's true
That I am not the only one
who feels 'low-down and blue'
And just knowing there are others
who feel the way I do
Renews my sinking spirit
and keeps me smiling through
and know that it's natural
to take a 'spirit-dive'
Provides the spunk and courage
to hang on and survive
And while there are a lot of moods
that we can drive away
by looking on the BRIGHT SIDE
in all we do and say,
There also is a loneliness
that God meant us to feel
But, gee, it sure is mighty hard
to know which one is real
And I'd hate to be a 'sad sack'
who never saw the sun
And just complained that every day
was such a dreary one.
But I know that all the dark days
are just part of God's plan
We should accept them graciously
and do the best we can...
So I'll just keep on trying
for I know it's 'Gospel true'
there never was a cloud so dark
the sun could not shine through!

by Helen Steiner Rice

On the Bright Side Newsletter

I send this little letter out each morning to all my family and friends and even to a few people that I've never met. Many of them send it on to others too. So in order to make it available to more people I post the 'brighter side' of the news here each day in this journal.

The letter began as an effort to keep in touch with my family as they are spread out in all directions. My family, friends and God are the most important things in my life.

You'll find quotes, poems and stories and even a few recipes included in this newsletter. I try to find something new each day to share.

In a world that very often publishes only the dark side of things I felt that others would be encouraged to hear about
'the bright side'.

'On Ya'-ma

Friday, December 19, 2008

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
DECEMBER 19th, 2008

TODAY'S THOUGHT

Once again we are weaving the tapestry that is Christmas.

Polly McKinstry

TODAY’S ACTION

Tell the people you love how much they mean to you

TODAY’S QUOTE

Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.

Charles Schulz

IT’S FRIDAY !!

Wow! I thought this day would never get here. This cold weather has me bogged down for sure and I just want to be home in my warm jammies and relax.

This weekend is our family Christmas celebration. Everyone will be here except for DS#2 and his family and DS#4 and his family. We are going to miss them much for sure!

Saturday about noon we’ll begin to gather at DS#5’s house and the celebration will probably go on until the wee hours. I won’t be in my jammies but I will be about as happy as a mom can be with all my family around.

The weather forecast for tomorrow is looking pretty good for our travelers; we just have to get through today. They are predicting snow, freezing rain and sleet. The roads could be treacherous this morning they say.

Take good care all !

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

TODAY’S PRAYERS

O sacred Lord of ancient Israel ,

who showed yourself to Moses in the burning bush,

who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain:

come, stretch out your mighty hand to set us free.

Heavenly Father, we thank you for your love.
Come, Lord Jesus, come

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.

GOD BLESS YOU!

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

TO REMEMBER…

I am in the hands of God,
and in God’s time all things will be made well.

TODAY’S TRIVIA

Today is National Oatmeal Muffin Day
Enjoy the cholesterol lowering benefit of oatmeal in your muffins today. That's great news... eating something that tastes good, and is also healthy to you.
This special day is not steeped in tradition. To the contrary, we have found no information about this day. But, it is clear to us, that eating oatmeal muffins will fulfill the objective of this day. Of course, baking the muffins yourself, adds to the enjoyment and pleasure of this day.
Have a couple of oatmeal muffins, and have a Happy Oatmeal Muffin Day!!!

Today is Chocolate Pizza Day

Pizza isn't just crust and sauce with your favorite toppings! You can make one for dessert and wow the family with your talents. This chocolate pizza is especially good for Christmas guests - and it just takes 15 minutes to make. Or take it to the office as a holiday surprise. But watch out! You might end up eating the whole thing yourself

1 (12oz) pkg real semi- sweet chocolate chips

1 lb white almond bark, divided

2 cups miniature marshmallows

1 cup crisp rice cereal

1 cup peanuts

1 (6oz) jar red maraschino cherries, drained, cut in half

2 Tbsp green maraschino cherries, drained and quartered

1/3 cup angel flake coconut

1 tsp oil

Melt chocolate chips with 14 oz almond bark in large pan over low heat.Stir in marshmallows, cereal and peanuts.Pour onto greased 12" pizza pan.Top with cherries, sprinkle with coconut.Melt remaining 2 oz almond bark with oil over low heat, stir till smooth.Drizzle over coconut.Chill until firm.Store at room temperature.

Today is National Build a Snowman Day

Today is E-Mail Santa Claus Just in Case He Didn't Get Your Letter Day

Look for an Evergreen Day is today. To many people, only a fresh cut real tree will do for Christmas. The scent of fresh pine helps to capture the feel of the holidays. Nothing looks more real than a real tree, each one with its own character and appearance.
There is no shortage of types of Christmas trees. Generally classified as firs, spruces, and pines, the most popular varieties have changed over the years. Personal preference will determine whether you select a short needle, or long needled tree.
If you haven't selected a tree yet, it is certainly getting late. As we researched this special day, we questioned the timing. By the 19th of December, most people have found and put up their Christmas tree. So if you are still treeless, this special day could be the day to do so.

1843: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, was first published in England

1918 - Robert Ripley began his Believe It or Not column in The New York Globe

1957: Meredith Wilson's musical play The Music Man opened on Broadway

1997: Titanic, the highest-grossing movie in history, opened in North American theaters

TODAY’S SMILE

It was the night before Christmas, when all thru the abodeonly one creature was stirring, and she was cleaning the commode.The children were finally sleeping, all snug in their beds,while visions of games and dolls, flipped through their heads.

The dad was snoring in front of the TV,with a half constructed bicycle on his knee.So only the mom heard the reindeer hooves clatter,which made her sigh, "Now what's the matter?"
With toilet bowl brush still clutched in her hand,she descended the stairs, and saw the old man. He was covered with ashes and soot, which fell with a shrug.Oh great," muttered the mom, "Now I have to clean the rug."

"Ho ho ho!" cried Santa, "I'm glad you're awake.""Your gift was especially difficult to make.""Thanks, Santa, but all I want is some time alone.""Exactly!" he chuckled, "I've made you a clone."

"A clone?" she asked, "What good is that?Run along, Santa, I've no time for chit chat.
The mother's twin. Same hair, same eyes,same double chin. "She'll cook, she'll dust, "she'll mop every mess.

You'll relax, take it easy,watch The Young & the Restless."
"Fantastic!" the mom cheered."My dream come true! "I'll shop. I'll read.,
I'll sleep a whole night through!"

From the room above, the youngest began to fret."Mommy?! I scared... and I 'm wet."The clone replied, "I'm coming, sweetheart.""Hey," the mom smiled, "She knows her part."
The clone changed the small one, and hummed a tune,as she bundled the child, in a blanket cocoon."You the best mommy ever. " I really love you."The clone smiled and sighed, "I love you, too."

The mom frowned and said, "Sorry, Santa, no deal. "That's my child's love, she's trying to steal."Smiling wisely Santa said, "To me it is clear, "Only one loving mother, is needed here."

The mom kissed her child, and tucked her into bed."Thank you, Santa, " for clearing my head.I sometimes forget, it won't be very long,when they'll be too old, for my cradle song."
The clock on the mantle began to chime.

Santa whispered to the clone, "It works every time."With the clone by his side Santa said, "Goodnight.

Merry Christmas, Mom, You'll be all right

Author Unknown

EACH DAY IN DECEMBER

Dec. 19 - A Christmas Basket:

On Christmas Eve, drop off a basket to an elderly couple, a single mother, or a financially-burdened family. Fill the basket with a coffee cake for Christmas breakfast, sliced cooked turkey for dinner, and a tablecloth and decorations to make the meals festive. Tuck a small wrapped gift amid the food for an extra surprise

TODAY’S WORD

hackneyed \HAK-need\, adjective:
1. used too often; commonplace2. habituated; experienced

Special sense of "one who writes anything for hire" led to hackneyed "trite" by 1749

TODAY’S REFLECTION

Joseph, son of David, have no fear about taking Mary as your wife. It is by the Holy Spirit that she has conceived this Child.

Matthew 1:20
In one week, we will celebrate the first day of the Christmas season. (We are now in the season of Advent) Have you prepared the way of the Lord? (Lk 3:4) Do you have faith strong enough to move mountains (Mt 17:20) so as to fill in the valleys, make the crooked straight, and the rough smooth? (Lk 3:5) All, including Christmas, "depends on faith" (Rm 4:16). But when Christ comes this Christmas and at the end of the world, "will He find any faith on the earth?" (Lk 18:8)

To grow strong in faith, we must recognize the cloud of witnesses surrounding us (Heb 12:1). Recognize especially Joseph's presence. He made one of the greatest acts of faith in history. He believed the unimaginable — that Mary had conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit (Mt 1:20).Joseph was the superman of faith. Recognize Joseph, who will direct you to Jesus, Who will gift you with deep faith.

One Bread, One Body – The Superman of Faith

TODAY’S ADVICE FROM THE OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC

Kindnesses, like grain, increase by sowing

2 DAYS UNTIL WINTER !
6 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS
AND 105 DAYS UNTIL CAMPING SEASON BEGINS

Delight yourself in the Lord

and He will give you the desires of your Heart

Psalm 37:4

May there be a miracle in YOUR life today
and may you have the EYES to SEE it!

I Love You All !!!

Be Blessed !!!

MA

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1 comment:

Joan said...: Hope the weather stays ok for your travels and for the rest of your family. Love Joan.; December 19, 2008 at 11:06 AM

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