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.
FRIDAY, APRIL 12TH, 2019
Sunrise: 6:54 am
Sunset: 8:05 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
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Happy Birthday to # 1 today!
Happy Birthday ♥ ¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ Happy Birthday ¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ Happy Birthday to you♥ ♥ ♥
May the dear Lord bless you today and always!
Happy Birthday to you♥
Today is also National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day which celebrates one of the most popular comfort foods in the world.
This classic American sandwich emerged in the 1920's when inexpensive cheese and affordable sliced bread became available. It is now a staple in cafe’s and diners across the country.
To celebrate today have a grilled cheese sandwich cooked your favorite way and served with a side of tomato soup.
If you can't see the Bright Side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
The family is where most of our joy comes from
Aidan Quinn
Number One is my very first grandchild and her birthday is another one of those long distance celebrations. I was there the day she was born, but that may be the only birthday celebration I’ve been at since then. As always, a card was sent in the mail to wish her the happiest birthday ever. I copied a few of her FB pictures to share today. She is truly a beautiful young woman.
It would have also been my Mom’s birthday today, so it’s very easy to remember this granddaughters birthday. Our family April birthdays aren’t over yet either, there is still a couple more to come.
Grilled cheese and tomato soup do seem to go together very well and I have them often. It’s a quick and easy meal for me. With that said I found a new recipe to make my own tomato soup, although I do like Campbell’s, I don’t always have some on hand.
Easy Homemade Tomato Soup
Makes 8 cups
5 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 c. chopped onions
28 oz cam tomato puree
1 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp pepper
3 tbsp flour
2 c. chicken broth
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 tbsp. sugar, to taste
1 1/2 c. evaporated milk
1/2 tsp. salt
In a large saucepan heat the butter and vegetable oil over medium heat. And onions and cook until soft and golden. Add tomatoes, basil, thyme and pepper and cook for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the broth and flour, whisking until smooth, and add to the soup constantly stirring. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the baking soda, the sugar, milk and salt. Heat to a simmer stirring constantly. Serve hot.
Note; the baking soda will cause the soup to foam up briefly so be sure it’s in a big enough pot.
It’s finally Friday and what a fast and busy week it’s been. I’m not complaining but am thankful I got done with as much as I did. Now that the weather is so much nicer out, it seems time speeds by faster than ever. They say we should expect rain today, but on the bright side it will be dry tomorrow so the Easter Egg hunt should be able to be outside.
I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday!
COUNTING MY GIFTS
You don’t choose your family. They are God’s gift to you, as you are to them.
Desmond Tutu.
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
6966. For #1, it’s her birthday today
6967. for tomato soup and grilled cheese, true comfort food
6968. for a dry day tomorrow
Enter into His courts with thanksgiving — and in His presence is fullness of Joy!
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
The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege.
Charles Kuralt
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
6 comments:
There is nothing like good comfort food when celebrating a long distance birthday....
Happy ☺ Birthday 🎂
Pretty Granddaughter....
Your granddaughter is beautiful! Happy Birthday to her! My Amber was born on my mother’s birthday....June 6th!
I’ve never made homemade tomato soup! You are right! Grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup sure do go together!
Happy birthday to #1. She is gorgeous! I hope she has a great day! I love grilled cheese sandwiches. Except for the one we sampled at the food truck festival, I haven't had one in ages. Might have to make one soon!
betty
Your #1 is beautiful … those eyes!
Our temps have really begun to warm, and severe weather's predicted Sunday morning -- so much so, our church is among those considering postponing services. I know we shouldn't wish away time, but I'll be glad when April is over.
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