ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7TH, 2016
74 DAYS UNTIL WINTER
Sunrise: 7:32 am
Sunset: 6:59 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
The first Friday in October is World Smile Day. Sometimes all it takes to make the day better is a smile, whether it’s one someone gives to you, or one you share with another. Little acts of kindness can bring a shining smile to someone who has otherwise had a terrible day, and it can change everything that follows. Whether it’s just a simple compliment, a cheery hello, or a gift of something small to help brighten their day, World Smile Day encourages you to take action to bring a few more smiles into the world.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
If you don’t have a smile, I’ll give you one of mine.
Author Unknown
I love to give smiles and get them back too. So I’m sending out a ***BIG SMILE*** to all of you today. They cost zip and go along way to brighten up even the darkest day! A smile is a gift that's easy to give; all it takes is a bit of kindness.
A smile costs nothing, but gives much. It takes but a moment, but the memory of it usually lasts forever. It lifts our mood as well as the moods of those around us. We can’t always control what happens to us, but I am 100% confident that gracing your face with a grin can seriously change your attitude.
They say that this will be the last of our warmer weather for awhile. Cooler weather is moving in for the weekend and most of next week too.
Remember: Try to be the reason someone smiles today.
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!
Today is National Frappe Day! The frappe is a chilled foam covered coffee drink that originated in Greece in the 1950s. Today, there are many different variations of this refreshing beverage.
Some people pronounce it ‘frap' while others say 'frah-pay’, but everyone can agree on the satisfying taste of this cool, creamy coffee treat.
Here’s a recipe to just in case want to treat yourself to a Frappe today.
Iced Mocha Frappe
4 cups hot brewed coffee
4 packages hot chocolate mix
4 tablespoons sugar
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
whipped cream, for serving
In a heat proof bowl or pitcher, add the coffee, hot chocolate mix and sugar. Stir until well combined. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze, covered, for at least 3 hours and up to 1 week.
Put the frozen cubes in a blender. Add the cream and vanilla and puree until smooth. Divide the frappe into tall glasses and top with whipped cream.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.
Mother Teresa
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4291. for smiles, they do brighten my day
4292. for coffee, anyway you fix it
4293. for one more summer like day
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 world always looks brighter from behind a smile.
Author unknown
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
1 comment:
Cute smiley cups! Sending a big smile right back to you, Ma!
Betty
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