ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
MONDAY, JULY 11TH, 2016
73 DAYS UNTIL FALL
Sunrise: 6:05 am
Sunset: 9:02 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is Cheer Up the Lonely Day which is an opportunity to make a lonely person happy. Any time you can make someone happy, you've done a good thing, and should be proud of yourself.
Lonely people have few friends and loved ones. They may have lost loved ones over the years. They may be elderly. They see people on an infrequent basis.
Spend some time today cheering up lonely people. It's easy to do.....just spend some time with them. When you visit, bring happy things to talk about. Keep the conversation upbeat, and lively. When you leave, give a big hug and let them know you enjoyed the stay. What a lonely person really needs, is face to face time with other people.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved
Mother Teresa
Here at my house I’m never really lonely. I have plenty of family and friends to keep me from ever feeling alone. Even though I live by myself, I’m never lonely.
Always know that you are not alone. Remember there is a difference to being alone and feeling lonely. It is OK to have ups and downs in life. When ever I begin to feel a little blue, I just count my blessings and remember to be thankful for all I have.
Kind words cheer up those who are discouraged. A smile or two can brighten any day.
I hope you all have a GREAT week ahead. Happy Monday !
WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN
There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!
National Blueberry Muffin Day
Whether it is for breakfast or a snack, blueberry muffins are melt in your mouth deliciousness!
Blueberry Breakfast Muffin
EASY BLUEBERRY MUFFINS
1 1/2 c. self rising flour
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. oil
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. fresh or frozen blueberries
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Grease muffin pans. Beat egg; stir in milk and oil. Add dry ingredients, stirring until flour is moistened. Stir in blueberries. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full and bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 12.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4030. for muffins, an easy breakfast treat or a snack
4031. for the cheerful people in life that brighten my day
4032. for smiles, always good
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
The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up.
Mark Twain
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
1 comment:
I like that simple recipe for the muffins, but I bet they taste delicious! It is good to spend time with people who might be lonely; I think sometimes even if they have a lot of friends, they may be lonely if they are constantly giving to others and no one is giving anything back to them. Sometimes they just need a safe place where they can talk and feel comfortable around others.
betty
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