ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH, 2017
73 DAYS UNTIL SPRING
Sunrise: 7:54 am
Sunset: 5:14 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is Cuddle Up Day which is an opportunity to snuggle up to someone on a cold winters' day or night. Chances are it's cold outside. So, cozy up to a special someone, and enjoy the warmth and love. This day is enjoyed by both young and old. Of course, you do not have to cuddle up with someone, cuddling up in your easy chair is a great idea. Cuddling up to a pet is rewarding.
Cuddling up with a good book is also enjoyable and cuddling up by the fireside is warm and cozy.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
I will not play at tug o' war.
I'd rather play at hug o' war,
Where everyone hugs
Instead of tugs,
Where everyone giggles
And rolls on the rug,
Where everyone kisses,
And everyone grins,
And everyone cuddles,
And everyone wins.
Shel Silverstein
Since I’m here alone most of the time, I guess I’ll be cuddling up in my easy chair today. Our below freezing weather continues here and I'll make good use of a cuddly throw too. Of course my favorite way to cuddle up is with a grandchild or two and that is what the pictures are of today. Some of the grand babes.
One article that I read said that: Cuddling releases oxytocin. This hormone alone has huge health benefits. Besides giving us warm and fuzzy feelings, oxytocin reduces pain. So when the cold has made those muscles and joints ache, cuddling can help reduce those aches and pains.
With the furnace running more these days I’ve been putting some simmering porporri on the stove to add some moisture to the air. I put orange peal, some cinnamon sticks, and a few cloves in a pan with water and let it simmer away. It adds much needed moisture and makes the house smell good too.
Keep warm and cozy everyone!
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 Shortbread Day.
Shortbread is a classic Scottish dessert that traditionally was made with:
1 part white sugar
2 parts butter
3 parts flour
Shortbread is so named because of its crumbly texture which is caused by its high fat content, provided by the butter.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
Happiness is cuddles...
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4546. for a warm cozy throw to cuddle up with
4547. for shortbread, a tasty treat
4548. for oranges, good and good for you 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 !
ADVICE FOR TODAY
Cuddle up, it’s cold outside ...
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
3 comments:
All cute cuddling pictures! Always fun to cuddle with someone or just cuddling with a good book and a warm blanket is fun too!
betty
Oh I do love your cuddling pictures Pam! What a cute bunch! I love the idea of a cuddling day and shall be cuddling my dog and my hubby. I am blessed that I am still able to do this, but I am sending a nice warm hug across the pond to you and a thankyou for always putting a smile on my face! God bless. xoxo
Great pictures, Ma!
One of my favorite holiday memories was taking time to cuddle with Macie and Grace under their new wooley blanket on our cold, albeit brief mornings. Hot coffee, happy pups and best of all NO DEADLINES!
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