ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
FRIDAY, JULY 22ND, 2016
62 DAYS UNTIL FALL
Sunrise: 6:14 am
Sunset: 8:54 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is Hammock Day ! Summer is in full swing. It's time to slow down and to relax. During the Dog Days of summer there is no better place to slow down and relax, than on a hammock.
Hammock Day exists to enjoy summer as it should be enjoyed. People celebrate Hammock Day by spending as much time relaxing on it as possible. Getting out of your hammock to get a snack, or your favorite summer beverage is okay. But, it is not a day for work. Cutting the lawn is forbidden on this day.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time.
Sir John Lubbock
I don’t have a hammock, but this day is a good reminder to slow down and rest. Working on hot days like this is not advised. There are some that haven’t got a choice when it comes to working in the sun, but it’s better not to be out in the heat of the day if it’s possible. I know we are not the only ones that are suffering from a heat wave right now and many are even hotter than we are here.
Next week they say we’re to cool back into more season temps in the 80’s, but for now, slow down as much as possible and keep cool.
Some of my children have pools to enjoy on hot days and that is what the pictures are of today. It’s not always that we have good pool days in Ohio, but this summer they are proving very beneficial. Pools are one place you can have fun and keep cool at the same time.
I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday !
WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN
There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!
It’s Penuche Fudge Day. Penuche is a flavor native to New England, but its caramel like goodness has earned the treat nationwide respect, so much so that it got its own day in the calendar!
PENUCHE FUDGE
2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. marshmallow fluff
1 can evaporated milk
3 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. nuts
Mix both sugars, milk and butter together and cook on low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Mixture is done when it forms a ball in a glass of cold water. Add marshmallow fluff and nuts. Allow to cool after pouring into pan.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
It was a splendid summer morning and it seemed as if nothing could go wrong.
John Cheever
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4063. for pools, they make for great summertime fun
4064. for a cool place to rest on hot days
4065. for watermelons, very cool and refreshing too
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
Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.
Steven Wright
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
1 comment:
People work in the heat here, I am sure they get used to it, but I know we limit our outside time in the extreme heat. Lots of water drinking too. Stay as cool as you can!
Betty
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