ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
The moments of our lives may be bright with possibility, dark with fear or sadness, or even plain everyday gray, but God's glory never fades. May God's glory shine into the exciting lights, upsetting darks, and boring grays of your every day.
SATURDAY, MAY 13TH, 2017
Sunrise: 6:11 am
Sunset: 8:38 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is National Train Day, which commemorates these wonderful machines and the role they play in our lives. The year 1869 was a really exciting time in America. The Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads were speeding across the wild, American frontier, laying tracks for what would soon become the first Transcontinental rail line. Construction was often done at great peril, as vast areas of the west were truely wild and unsettled. Once completed, train service would be connected from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, making the world a whole lot smaller. It would also change the face of America.
On May 9, 1869 the tracks of the two railroad companies met up at Promontory Summit, Utah. A golden spike was driven into the final connection of the two tracks. The first Continental rail line was 1,776 miles long. Towns, big and small, would soon sprout up along the route.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
There is a light at the end of the tunnel... hopefully its not a freight train!
Mariah Carey
I’ve never been on a train but always thought it would be a great way to travel. More than not, if I’ve a big distance to go, I’ve flown. And those trips have all been to see family.
This week has flown by. I can’t believe I really didn’t even leave the house to go any place. I’ve not accomplished a lot either, except for the fact that I got the grass cut and the laundry done. With just me here for the most part, there’s really not a lot that needs doing.
Life in the slow lane does have it’s advantages though. I have more time to appreciate and enjoy the simple things in life. After the chaotic days of the past few months, it feels good.
Since I have no train pictures and since baseball season has started for some of my grandchildren this week, the pictures today are of opening day, a couple of years ago, for our little Mr. Wonderful. For little ones it’s called T ball
I hope you all have a SUPER Saturday!
Life is like a train ride.
The passengers on the train are seemingly going to the same destination as you, but based on their belief in you or their belief that the train will get them to their desired destination they will stay on the ride or they will get off somewhere during the trip.
People can and will get off at any stop.
Just know that where people get off is more of an reflection on them, than it is on you.
There will be a few people in your life that will make the whole trip with you, who believe in you, accept that you are human and that mistakes will be made along the way, and that you will get to your desired destination - together, no matter what.
Be very grateful of these people.
They are rare and when you find one, don't let go of them - ever.
Be blessed for the ones who get on at the worst stops when no one is there.
Remember those people, they are special.
Always hold them dear to your heart.
Be very wary of people sneaking on at certain stops when things are going good and acting like they have been there for the whole ride.
For they will be the first to depart.
There will be ones who secretly try to get off the ride and there will be those that very publicly will jump off.
Don't pay any heed to the defectors.
Pay heed to the passengers that are still on the trip.
They are the important ones.
If someone tries to get back on the train - don't be angry or hold a grudge, let them.
Just see where they are around the next hard turn.
If they are buckled in - accept them.
If they are pulling the hand rail alarm again - then let them off the train freely and waste no space in your head for them again, ever.
There will be times that the train will be moving slow, at almost a crawls pace.
Appreciate that you can take in the view.
There will be times where the train is going so fast that everything is a blur.
Enjoy the sense of speed in your life, as it is exhilarating but unsustainable.
There will also be the chance that the train derails.
If that does happen, it will hurt, a lot, for a long time.
But there will be people who will appear out of no where who will get you back on track.
Those will be the people that will matter most in your life.
Love them forever.
For you can never repay these people.
The thing is, that even if you could repay them, they wouldn't accept it anyway.
Just pay it forward.
Eventually your train will get to its final stop and you will need to deboard.
At that time you will realize that life is about the journey AND the destination.
Know and have faith that at the end of your ride your train will have the right passengers on board and all the passengers that were on board at one time or another were there for a distinct purpose.
Enjoy the ride.
John A Passaro
WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN
There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!
It’s National Fruit Cocktail Day
When I think about Fruit Cocktail, Ambrosia salad immediately comes to mind. I haven’t made it in ages, but it’s an old favorite.
AMBROSIA SALAD
2 cans fruit cocktail
1 can pineapple chunks, drained
1 can mandarin oranges, drained
2 jars maraschino cherries, drained
1 bag coconut flakes
1/2 bag mini marshmallows
4 oz. sour cream
16 oz. Cool Whip
Combine sour cream and Cool Whip. Fold in all other ingredients. Chill covered for at least 2 hours.
COUNTING MY GIFTS
There's something about the sound of a train that's very romantic and nostalgic and hopeful.
Paul Simon
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
4885. for trains
4886. for fruit, good and good for you
4887. for a quiet week
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
When a train goes through a tunnel and it gets dark, you don't throw away the ticket and jump off. You sit still and trust the engineer.
Corrie Ten Boom
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
3 comments:
Always fun to watch little ones play any sport. They are so excited about it all. I like quiet weeks too, especially after stressful times. I have been on several long train rides, always an adventure.
Betty
Your "Mr. Wonderful" is so cute!
I've considered booking a train excursion ... but the fares are certainly no bargain, and I know deep down it wouldn't compare to the memories I have of travel aboard the Super Chief with my mother each summer. I'd seen something like this "Train Ride" (John Passaro), but it wasn't near as good. This = clip worthy!
I love that poem and the quote by Corrie Ten Boom.
Enjoy the ride!
Happy Mother's Day!
Post a Comment