ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
OCTOBER 31ST, 2011
It's MONDAY!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
History tells us that this holiday comes from ancient times, when people believed donning costumes and masks would protect them on this Hallowed Eve from evil spirits. Halloween, also known as All Hallows Eve, is a favorite holiday for many as there is no stress involved only fun.
Make the most of this fun holiday that truly promotes the exercise of imagination.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam,
May luck be yours on Halloween.
Author Unknown
NEW IN THE KITCHEN
CANDY APPLE DAY
Candy apples differ from caramel apples in the use of liquefied sugar or corn syrup, which is allowed to cool and harden into a sweet, tough shell around a tart, firm apple. Insert stick and you have a traditional treat for Halloween parties around the world. National Candy Apple Day is a reminder to make a batch for your masked party goers!
QUICK CANDY APPLE SLICES
4 tart apples
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 stick butter
1 package caramels
You will need Granny Smith or Jonathon Apples for this recipe as you really need a tart apple to counter the sweetness of the other ingredients.
Unwrap package of caramels. Then add butter, then add canned milk. Put in microwave for several minutes - be careful not to scorch. Stir frequently. Dip apple slices in.
PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS
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.
AND bless our Police Officers, Firefighters
and Paramedics and EMT's
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
AROUND HOME
Home is where the haunt is...
Here at my house I've got lots of treats for the tricksters tonight. It's supposed to get up to 50 degrees today with a chance of rain. I'm hoping that rain holds off as I know there will be lots of kids that will be disappointed if they can't go out and collect a bag full of candy.
As usual I'll be sitting out on the porch to hand out my candy. It seems easier to do it that way than to answer the door bell so many times. I love seeing the little ones all dressed up. It is lots of fun to see all the different costumes.
I don't know how it is at your house but when the the babes were growing up there were always 2 questions that occupied everyone's minds this time every year. What were the children going to be for Halloween and where did mom hide the candy?
Now I try to remember just where did I hide that candy?
Have a safe and fun Halloween everyone!
PRAYER REQUEST
Please join me in praying safe travels for DS#4 this week as he will be traveling for work. And please continue to pray DDIL#4's Dad as he continues to go through radiation and chemo treatments. He is showing signs of improvement and for that we are very grateful.
COUNTING THE DAYS
They that are born on Halloween shall see more than other folk.
Old Saying
52 DAYS UNTIL
WINTER
56 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS
Keep looking ON THE BRIGHT SIDE of things.
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone near…
Love,
ma
2 comments:
Happy Halloween, Pam. It is raining cats and dogs here. Yikes....hope it clears off.
Hope you get some cute little trick or treaters.
Barb ♥
Happy Halloween to you too Ma.Yes I remember when my four were all dressed up ready to go out trick or treating with me LOL.I loved to see all the other children with thier Mums as we passed one another on the pathways.I would drop a treat in thier bag as we passed them.I have just had my Daughter knocking on my door,with Grandson and Grandaughter,so thats been a nice hourthey stopped with me.I don't know if anyone else will call seeing as it's my first year here in this neighbourhood.Son in USA has just sent e. mail with himself in Fancy Dress LOL!! Prayers for your sick family and prayers for your Dear Son safe journeys.Wrap up well Ma and stay safe on your porch.Take Care God Bless.Kath Motherhen xxxx
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