ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND, 2017
27 DAYS UNTIL SPRING
Sunrise: 7:12 am
Sunset: 6:11 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
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Today is George Washington’s birthday. Known as the Father of His Country, George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. He became commander in chief of the Continental Army in 1775, and fought a long and arduous war for freedom from British rule. The war was finally over in 1781, when the Continental Army with the help of the French, forced British General Cornwallis to surrender at Yorktown.
In 1787, Washington was unanimously elected president by the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. He took the oath of office in 1789. He served two terms of office from 1789 until 1797.
After the presidency, Washington retired to his home in Mount Vernon, Virgina where he died on December 14, 1799.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
George Washington
It’s to be in the mid 60’s here today with slight chance of rain they say. Feels like an April morning rather than one in February for sure.
The last few days of sunshine though have done a lot to improve my attitude! What a difference it makes and the days are slowly getting longer too. I feel like I’m waking up from a long winter’s nap and that’s a very good thing!
This is also my BIL’s birthday and so I’ll be sending a shout out today to him for a very Happy Birthday!
I received some terrific news this morning as far as the house appraisal went. Everything came back fine and now I can really get serious about moving ! Thank the good Lord for His many blessings!
I hope you all have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!
WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN
There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!
National Cook A Sweet Potato Day is celebrated across the United States each year on February 22nd.
Sweet potatoes are usually very popular at Thanksgiving but they are a good side dish to have any time.
Sweet Potato Casserole
4 whole Medium Sweet Potatoes
1 cup Sugar
1 cup Milk
2 whole Eggs
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Brown Sugar
1 cup Pecans
1/2 cup Flour
3/4 stick Butter
Wash 4 medium sweet potatoes and bake them in a 375 degree oven until fork tender, about 30 to 35 minutes. When they are finished cooking slice them open and scrape out the flesh into a large bowl.
Add 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of milk, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of salt. With a potato masher, mash them up just enough, you don’t want to be perfectly smooth.
Now, in a separate bowl, add 1 cup brown sugar, 1 cup pecans, chopped , 1/2 cup flour, and 3/4 stick of butter. With a pastry cutter or fork, mash together until thoroughly combined.
Spread the sweet potato mixture into a regular baking dish and sprinkle the crumb mixture all over the top.
Bake in a 400 degree oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected
George Washington
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4681. for the founding Father of our Country, George Washington
4682. for rain in February, much better than snow
4683. for sunshine, it always makes me smile
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
It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
George Washington
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
5 comments:
That sweet potato casserole looks good. I'm the only one here who likes sweet potatoes, might have to make it for a potluck.
Happy Birthday to your BIL :)
Fantastic news about the house appraisal. A step in the right direction for moving! Good too the weather has been nice :)
betty
I am so happy for your good news. I am looking forward to hearing about your new place.
George Washington knew what our country needed and did it. So it is good to be thankful for him all these years later. I hope there will be more like him in the future, motivated by love of country only. Have a good day, from Michigan where we are having our warmest day this week.
So happy to hear the appraisal came back golden!
Those coffee mugs are really appealing. (Is it crazy to be attracted to certain cups, and not to others?) I need another cup like Carter needs pills, but I'm going to keep my eyes open for one like yours.
Thank the good Lord for the house appraisal! I can remember how much we loved George's birthday when I was a kid. Cherry pie, hatchets, and white wigs. Such fun!!
I am playing catch up today I'm afraid Pam. Sorry about that! Great news about the house! Onwards and upwards! I love your mugs. They are just my cup of tea! when I think of George Washington I think of cherry trees and that almost finished portrait of him. I hope you have a super Thursday. xoxo
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