For Wednesday, April 20th, 2016

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2016

61 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER

Sunrise: 6:40 am

Sunset:  8:14 pm

Life is a Special Occasion!

Hallmark

Today is Volunteer Recognition Day which honors the legions of volunteers who dedicate themselves to causes and helping others. They are making big and small differences in the lives of millions of people all over the world. They are saving lives. They are improving lives and providing comfort. They assist people, animals, and nature.

Most volunteers do not ask for recognition. They just want to  help and to give back where they can.

If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

Volunteers don't get paid, not because they're worthless, but because they're priceless.  

Sherry Anderson 

My days of volunteering are now over for the most part.  These days I volunteer my babysitting services more than anything else that I could do. I watch the grand babes and the grand dogs.  I used to do a lot more.  In the past I volunteered with the scouts, at church, at school, and our youth group for many years.  One thing I learned is that volunteering is a very rewarding thing.  It blesses those we help and in return we are blessed.

They say that today is also National Cheddar Fries Day so I had to look to see if I could find a recipe to share.  This easy to do recipe is what I came up with.

 3 slices bacon

1 package frozen French fries

 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Ranch dressing

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a piece of aluminum foil over a baking sheet; spread fries in a single layer on baking sheet.

Bake in preheated oven until golden brown and crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.

Preheat broiler. Sprinkle fries with cheese and crumbled bacon.  Broil until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with Ranch dressing.

Sounds like a meal to me !

I hope you all have a WONDERFUL Wednesday !

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Volunteers

Many will be shocked to find, 

When the day of judgement nears,
That there's a special place in Heaven
Set aside for volunteers.
Furnished with big recliners,
Satin Couches and footstools,
Where ther are no committee chairmen,
Nor yard sale or rest area coffee to serve.
No library duty or bulletin assembly,
There will be nothing to print and staple.
Not one thing to fold and mail,
Telephone lists will be outlawed.
But a finger snap will bring
Cool drinks and gourmet dinners
And rare treats fit for a king.
You ask,
Who'll serve these privileged few
And work for all the're worth?
Why, all those who reaped the benifits,
And not once volunteered on Earth

Author Unknown

Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for.  There is truly is always something to be thankful for.

3787. For volunteers, they do a lot of good

3788. for cheese, good any way you slice it

3789. Potatoes, they can be served so many different ways

Enter into His courts with thanksgiving — and in His presence is fullness of Joy!

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

  

Please pray for God's protection of

our troops and HIS wisdom for their

commanders.

 

Almighty and eternal God,

Protect our military

as they discharge their duties

with the shield of your strength,

may the power of your love

enable them to return home in safety

that with all who love them

they may ever praise you for your loving care.

AND bless our Police Officers, Firefighters

and Paramedics and EMT’s

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

GOD BLESS YOU ALL !

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Volunteers are paid in six figures... S-M-I-L-E-S.  

Gayla LeMaire

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

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