For Thursday, November 30th, 2017

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.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH, 2017

21 DAYS UNTIL WINTER 

Sunrise: 7:34 am

 Sunset: 4:59 pm

Life is a Special Occasion!

Hallmark

It’s Computer Security Day.  These days, electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers make up an important part of our everyday lives.  While communication has become easier and more efficient than ever before, these technological advancements have brought with them new concerns about privacy and security.

One very important thing to do for your online security is to have strong passwords and keep them updated regularly, as this reduces the chances of your personal data falling into the wrong hands.  And don’t use the same password over and over for every online account you have,  this ensures that if someone manages to get into one of your accounts, then they can access all of your accounts. Bad idea. 

A strong password is one that contains a random collection of letters, uppercase and lowercase, numbers and symbols.

So make strong passwords, don’t recycle them, and update them regularly.

If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

Information Security is as simple as A B C

Always

Be 

Careful

Author Unknown

These days it’s hard to feel secure and privacy seems to be a thing of the past.  More than one of us has had our email hacked and fictitious emails sent that appear to be from us, but are definitely not. 

 I have a virus scanner on my computer that is supposedly keeping it secure and I always do the software updates as they often involve security.  We really need to be safe in what we read and be aware of what internet scams that are out there. Remember to never give out any personal information of any kind. 

Today’s pictures are not of computers at all of but the start of what decorations I’ve put up here at my house.  I may do a little more if I find something new that catches my eye, but for now everything I  had packed away in my storage bins is out and about somewhere here.  

I’ve had the Christmas music playing on the radio since Thanksgiving day.  It keeps me moving when I need it.  Along with decorating also comes cleaning and slowly but surely I’m getting that done too. 

We may get a little rain later on today but that is preferred over the alternative which is S - - -.  These days clear roads free from ice and snow are appreciated as we’re quite busy enough.  

I hope you all have a GREAT day.  Happy Thursday!

WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN

There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!

National Mousse Day! 

Mousse is a divine dessert made from egg whites and cream. Mousse is the French word for foam. It’s a fitting name for this light, fluffy, and decadent confection!

Chocolate mousse was a specialty in French restaurants during the 1800s, but now it can be found in restaurants and households worldwide. Popular variations include different kinds of chocolate, nut, and fruit flavors.

It would be tempting for me to make this easy dessert today but then I still have a piece of pecan pie leftover from Thanksgiving.

EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE  

2 c. whipping cream
1/2 c. powdered sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
2 oz. melted, unsweetened good chocolate
1 tsp. vanilla

Whip the cream, sugar, and salt together until stiff. Add chocolate and vanilla and mix well. Chill and freeze. Serve with whipped cream. Makes 8 small portions.

Family fills our lives with laughter and love...

COUNTING MY GIFTS

In God we trust, all others we virus scan.  

Author Unknown

Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for.  There is truly is always something to be thankful for.

5485. for a safe and secure computer to use

5486. for music on the radio which keeps me going

5487. for clear roads free from ice and snow

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

Treat your password like your toothbrush.  Don't let anybody else use it, and get a new one every six months.  

Clifford Stoll

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma

for Wednesday, November 29th, 2017

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.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH, 2017

22 DAYS UNTIL WINTER 

Sunrise: 7:33 am

 Sunset: 5:00 pm

Life is a Special Occasion!

Hallmark

Today is Electronic Greeting Card Day! Not only are electronic greeting cards a fun and inexpensive way to make someone’s day a little brighter, but they are good for the Earth as well. When you choose digital greeting cards over paper, you help the Earth by cutting back on excess paper waste. It’s a great day to celebrate, or just say hello, with an electronic greeting card! 

Happy On Line Greetings Day!

If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas

With every Christmas card I write

May your days be merry and bright

And may all your Christmases be white

Irving Berlin

I like to think of my daily post as a kind of online greeting card to say hello to you all each day with a bit of trivia to give you a reason to celebrate each day.  I’ve been doing this now for several years and enjoy doing it because I like keeping in touch with family and friends.  

It’s hard to believe that it’s midweek already and that tomorrow is the last day of November.  I’ve finally finished putting away Fall and have got out my Christmas decorations.  It took a little extra work on my part but it is now done.   DS#5 came by and hung a lighted wreath on the front of my house so it is looking pretty festive.  Now work in Santa’s workshop can continue.  I had to put that off for a few days till I got this completed.

Our temps have dropped back into the 40’s but it’s still sunny and that is a blessing. 60 degree temps are not usual for this time of year so we can only be thankful for the one day we got  yesterday.  

This pictures today are of DS#5 and his family when they went to get their Christmas tree this post Sunday.

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!

It’s National Lemon Cream Pie Day! According to culinary historians, people have been enjoying lemon flavored custards and desserts since the Middle Ages. Chefs during this time period also used lemons to perfume the water they used for cooking. This was supposed to give their dishes a refreshing flavor.

The classic lemon cream pie we know and love today emerged in the 1920s.

Lemon Cream Pie

1  14oz can sweetened condensed milk

frozen whipped topping, thawed

grated lemon peal

3 large egg yolks

1/2 cup lemon juice

1 prepared graham cracker crust

Heat oven to 325 degrees.  Beat egg yolks in a medium bowl with mixer.  Add sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice till well mixed.  Pour into crust.

Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until set.  Remove from oven.  Cool 1 hour.  Chill at least 3 hours

Spread whipped toping over pie before serving.

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation.

Brian Tracy

Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for.  There is truly is always something to be thankful for.

5482. for cards, electronic or hand made, all are appreciated

5483. for lemons, great in a pie

5484. for sunshine in November

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

Greet each day with your eyes open to beauty , your mind open to change , and your heart open to love . 

Paula Finn

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma

For Tuesday, November 28th, 2017

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.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2017

23 DAYS UNTIL WINTER 

Sunrise: 7:32 am

 Sunset: 5:00 pm

Life is a Special Occasion!

Hallmark

Today Giving Tuesday which always takes place on the Tuesday directly after our American Thanksgiving.  Giving Tuesday was created to help the giving season get started, reminding people that there is more to holidays than consumerism and commercialization.

There are thousands of charity organizations the world over, many of which are likely located somewhere near you. Every single one of them could use your help, so find a cause that is especially important to you personally, whether it’s fighting a certain type of cancer, helping to 

buy schoolbooks for children from very poor families, or helping the animals at your local animal shelter.

If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

To perceive Christmas through its wrappings becomes more difficult with every year.  

Elwyn Brooks White

The Holiday Season is now underway and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas every where you go.  This time of year we see the Salvation Army Bell ringers on just about every corner.  I never miss a chance to donate.  It’s not usually very much but I think every little bit makes a difference.  

Our church has a giving tree where you pick a snowflake from the tree with someones name on it and then donate a gift for Christmas.  There are places to donate food, coats and blankets and our town has a Not Forgotten Box for Toys for unfortunate children too.  The opportunities to give are unlimited.  

In a world where so many have so much there is no reason that anyone should go without.

They are saying we may be close to 60 degrees today.  That is almost unbelievable for us this time of year.  I will be taking advantage of the beautiful weather and get outside to work in the yard.  

We’ve had some very cold days and even some snow, so a day like this is really appreciated.  

And with all this nice weather many have put up their Christmas Decorations.  I took some of today’s pictures on Saturday at DS#5’s house.  The one directly below is of our little X Factor in front of his tree this year and the last one is of our Sunshine Boys.  I didn’t take either of those, but they were shared by DD and DDIL#4.  Thank you !

I hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

WHAT’S NEW IN THE KITCHEN

There is a food holiday to celebrate every day of the year!

It’s French Toast Day which can be enjoyed for any meal time: breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Try French toast with male syrup, sugar, cinnamon, whipped cream, or fruits. Better yet, use a combination of these.  Recipes were common back in medieval Europe, where eggs and milk were often used to soften and stale breads, then cook them. Often, other leftovers were added. 

I discovered this easy baked french toast casserole several years ago when preparing breakfast for a crowd when I had family home for a holiday.  You can make it and bake it or put it in the fridge overnight and bake in the morning.

Easy French Toast Casserole

1 loaf DAY OLD French or other crusty bread, 14 to 16 ounces

6 eggs

2 cups milk

3/4 cup half and half

 1/2 cup sugar 

1 Tablespoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon cinnamon

For topping

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

 1/4 cup flour

1 teaspoon cinnamon

 3 Tablespoons cold butter

Cut bread into cubes or tear into small pieces. Place in a greased 9 by 13 inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, half and half, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour over bread in the pan. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl combine brown sugar, flour and cinnamon. Cut butter into small pieces and add to flour mixture. With a fork blend butter into mixture until it resembles small crumbs; sprinkle over bread in the pan. 

Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. To check, shake the casserole. If it wiggles a lot it's not done. Continue to bake until it cooked through completely.

COUNTING MY GIFTS

If you have much, give of your wealth; if you have little, give of your heart.

Proverb

Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for.  There is truly is always something to be thankful for.

5479. for giving, it’s better to give than receive

5480. for breakfast for dinner, french toast is good

5481. for a beautiful 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

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. 

Winston Churchill

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma