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, OCTOBER 10TH, 2018
Sunrise: 7:35 am
Sunset: 6:55 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is International Newspaper Carrier Day which honors everyone who is now, or once was, a newspaper carrier. Years ago, the job was primarily populated by kids, from preteen to approximately sixteen years of age.
This job is now largely held by adults, many of them delivering the paper from their car. This day honors carriers all over the world, as they deliver the paper diligently in all kinds of weather.
Have a very happy Newspaper Carrier Day!
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
The good news is, that the bad news can be turned into good news when you change your attitude
Robert H. Schuller
I no longer get the paper delivered but read it online instead, except for the Sundays I stop and pick one up at the store on the way home from church.
But there was a time that it seemed like everyone got the paper. That was before the digital age, when the news became more accessible. Several of my boys were newspaper carriers. It was the first job that they had when growing up. They would be up early every morning, before school to get the papers delivered. Now we have papers delivered by adults in cars.
We even used to have neighborhood corner boxes providing newspapers too. They usually sat right beside corner mailboxes. Now neither is available. I guess it’s a sign that they weren’t used much so they took them away.
Today’s pictures probably won’t make the news, but it looks like everyone is having fun!
Today’s holiday tip: Shop Holiday Bazaars
Christmas fairs and bazaars are excellent sources of holiday decor, gifts and baked goods. We have several in our area starting around this time of year and I love to go and look around to see what they have. They often benefit worthy causes or organizations and provide food and fun and a head start on the gift list.
One of our favorites over the years is called Christmas in the Colonies and we used to go as a family the day after Thanksgiving. People there would dress in old time costumes and it was a lot of fun. But there are many others offered at local churches and schools too.
I hope you all have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!
COUNTING MY GIFTS
A new day: Be open enough to see opportunities. Be wise enough to be grateful. Be courageous enough to be happy.
Steve Maraboli
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
6416. for newspapers and paper carriers
6417. for craft shows and bazaars
6418. for each day filled with endless possibilities
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
Everyone has inside himself a piece of good news! The good news is that you really don’t know how great you can be, how much you can love what you can accomplish and what your potential is!
Anne Frank
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
8 comments:
Wednesdays are wonderful !
I remember in some cities they would have people selling papers at major intersections. They would just walk between cars and sell a paper to anyone who was interested. I don't think anyone gets the paper on our streets. Or if they do, they pick it up early before I'm out and about. I haven't even bought a paper since we moved down here. So much can be gotten online these days that I'm sure eventually the newspaper carriers will no longer be needed.
betty
I often marvel at the changes I’ve seen in life over the last 70 years......I never dreamed we wouldn’t have newspapers! I remember as a little girl, the paper arrived twice a day! The morning and evening editions. I haven’t subscribed to a newspaper in years!
And I find it strange that I no longer have a telephone land line! Cell phones are all we use now.
Speaking of holidays - my friend from Finland is coming to Texas after Thanksgiving and I’m going to meet her in Galveston where we will get to see Dickens on the Strand. Everyone dresses up in Victorian dress and there’s all manner of holiday goodies to purchase. I’ve never been before but I’ve heard about it!
Enjoy your Wednesday! I’m taking this one last day to stay at home in my pajamas and sew. Tomorrow I’ll get dressed and get out out of the house. But not quite yet......
Your babes are so photogenic, Pam!
I remember my parents were always appreciative of their 'paper boy' and would write him a personal check each Christmas. When I moved to Florida in '88 my (former) in-laws had a paper delivery route to supplement their SS. Thought that was such a great idea! Reflecting: I was terribly disappointed not to get a job at the Tampa Tribune … but given the dwindling revenues, I wonder how much longer that industry will exist.
I truly miss newspapers. They are on line now but really, not the same! Have a good day!
My son was a newspaper deliverer for at least two years. On the bike at first, then in the car, he was faithful. Christmas newspapers were the worst. Our LR was blanketed with packets of newspapers, of advertisements, etc. He remembers those days well. So do we.
Holding a newspaper and turning the pages still gives me pleasure.
I enjoy your site and your writing. Your strong expression of faith thrills me.
What fond memories you have conjured up with this post about newspapers and carriers, MA. I remember it was odd to find a household that didn't get the paper and now the opposite is true. Cost is a big deterrent, for one thing. Our local newspaper, which isn't worth the paper it's written on as the old saying goes, costs over $300/yr to receive. We still take it but I don't know how long it will be before this ole retired couple can't do it anymore. :) My husband enjoys the ritual of getting up in the morning and walking out to the newspaper box to retrieve it. The news is old in it already, by the time we get it, but that's ok. My husband reads every word, from front to back, as he sips his tea. Love your pictures too, MA. Lovingly, Andrea xoxo
My children had paper routes also when they were growing up. It was a great way for them to learn the value of hard work. My ex-husband was our paper boy when I was growing up. We seldom buy a paper these days. We get the free one which comes once a week and then we either watch the news on the telly, or read it online. It is a changing world, and to be honest as a mum I am not sure I would like my children walking around on their own early in the morning delivering papers these days. I always love your family pictures Pam. You have a lovely family. Thanks for sharing it with us! Love and hugs, xoxo
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