ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
MONDAY, DECEMBER 5TH, 2016
15 DAYS UNTIL WINTER
19 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS
Sunrise: 7:39 am
Sunset: 4:58 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is World Soil Day which celebrates the importance of soil as a critical component of the natural system and as a vital contributor to human well being. Soil is, without a doubt, one of the most significant parts of the ecosystem, contributing to our food, water and energy and playing an important part in reducing the impact of climate change. It’s time the world became concerned about the welfare of our planet.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Time, the years, the seasons, the dreaming and the hopes which throb with life even under the ice and snow. There is an order to all things, a pressure of progression, and the winds themselves will die into nothingness and the tides wither away before the hopes shall have ended, the aspirations frozen forever. Year builds upon year, even as the seasons follow. And year's end is no end at all, but only a pause, a time for the deep breath that marks the next step forward. There is no halt, no turning back. Tomorrow rises in the east, and all tomorrows.
Hal Borland
While our soil is not quite frozen through yet, it will be soon. The temps are steadily dropping here. We are starting off the week with temps in the forty’s but by the end of the week the long range forecast says we’ll drop down into the upper 20’s. The land takes a rest here in northern Ohio.
This week I’m trying to continue with the sorting out, but there are things I must do for Christmas too. I got my cards started over the weekend, but I still need to get stamps so that I can mail them out. I’d really like to do a little shopping too. I’m not buying much but there are a few traditional things that I always get for my family. There are just some habits that are hard to break.
It’s very hard to believe that there is just a little over two weeks until Christmas. The pictures today are of a Breakfast with Santa that I went to with DS#5 and his family yesterday after church.
I hope you all have a GREAT start to this new week. Happy Monday!
WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN
There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!
It’s National Comfort Food Day.
To me comfort food includes things like mac and cheese, spaghetti, grill cheese sandwiches, and there’s nothing quite like chicken noodle soup when you aren’t feeling good. So I thought I’d share a recipe for something new today.
Cheddar Mashed Potato Casserole
2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, about 6, peeled, quartered
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 cup Sour Cream
1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
6 slices Bacon, cooked, crumbled
Cook potatoes in boiling water in large saucepan 20 min. or until tender; drain. Return to pan.
Heat oven to 350ºF. Add butter and sour cream to potatoes; mash until smooth. Spoon half into 1 1/2qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; cover with layers of cheese, remaining potato mixture and bacon.
Bake 30 to 35 min. or until heated through.
Makes 10 1/2 cup servings
COUNTING MY GIFTS
Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love!
Hamilton Wright Mabie
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4450. for fertile soil that grows our food
4451. for time to get things done
4452. for special treats that make the holidays merrier
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 !
ADVICE FOR TODAY
In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy.
William Blake
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
3 comments:
That casserole looks delicious! I think I'll be making it soon! How cute with breakfast with Santa; what great looking pictures! I bet fun was had by all. Hubby and me were at a mall yesterday where we saw they had offered a free picture of Santa. Only one picture was allowed, but it was fun to watch the kids and their parents getting their pictures taken :)
betty
Yum, yum for cheesy potatoes!
I don't often partake, but I think that's high on everyone's list of comfort foods. (Mine's graham crackers and milk.)
How my grandfather - a Minnesota farmer - would have appreciated knowing there was a day dedicated to the soil! Sometimes I have to shake my head, realizing how hard he worked for so little reward.
Oh, what lovely photos of your grandchildren Pam! You hae such a beautiful family! Loving that photo of the Donkey also. Cute! And I am drooling at the casserole! I love my potatoes in any way shape or form. When my kiddies were growing up we could never afford to have their picture taken with Santa. I expect that is why I never get many of my grands with him as well. Too expensive. They should make it a bit more affordable! Blessings and hugs to you. xoxo
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