ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
FOR TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29TH,2019
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.
54 DAYS UNTIL WINTER
58 Days Until CHRISTMAS
Sunrise: 7:56 am
Sunset: 6:27 pm
Life is a Special Occasion!
Hallmark
Today is National Cat Day which honors one of the most beloved human companions of all time. They were first domesticated in the Middle East’s Fertile Crescent as early as 12,000 years ago. When humans relied on hunting as the main source of food, dogs were most useful, but then the first agricultural societies emerged, cats became in valuable. Domesticated cats became responsible for keeping grain stores free from miice and other rodents. Today cats can be found in 34 percent of American households, making them the most popular house pet in the United States.
Today is the perfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends. Celebrate cats and the unconditional love they give. Volunteer at your local animal shelter or make a donation. It’s the purrrfect way to show you care.
If you can’t see the bright side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Cats are connoisseurs of comfort.
James Herriot
It’s been many years since I’ve had a cat, but I used to have quite a few. One imparticular always comes to mind this time of year. She was black and was called Spooky. She live a long life and I had her for 18 years. She was supposed to be DD’s cat but when she left home, she couldn’t take her so she became my cat. She would perch herself on my shoulder and stay there purring in my ear for as long as I would let her.
Black cats get a bad rap especial during Halloween season when they are associated with witches and other scary things the go bump in the night . It sounds spooky fun but their reputation as an omen of bad luck has real consequences. Experts say black cats are less likely to be adopted and some people even harm then. Halloween can be a dangerous time. They are at higher risk for abduction or injury by cruel people using them as trick or treat pranks . For that reason animal shelters often refuse to adopt out black cats during the month of October. Remember that black cats deserve as much love and attention as their other colored furry friends.
I do miss the companionship but I’m not able to take care of any pet the way they should be and they are very expensive to care for. The picture of the cat in today’s pictures are from DS#5’s house. They had the cat at the time, but sadly no longer. And as far as I know it was the last cat in the family. Correct me if I’m wrong.
I hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!
COUNTING MY GIFTS
What a greater gift than the love of a cat?
Charles Dickens
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
7549, for cats, good companions
7550. for grand pets, easy way to enjoy what I don’t have
7551. for DD who always takes a great picture
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
It is impossible to keep a straight face in the presence of one or more kittens.
Cynthia E Varnado
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
3 comments:
Thankful that I once had cats in my life...
Altho' my family and (most) friends have cats, I've never been owned by one or more. Kittens, in particular, are ridiculously cute. I'm sure you, too, love reading about Jack and Sherry's little ones.
Like you mentioned, the cost to keep pets clean and safe from disease isn't insignificant.
Such a cute cat! Never had a cat as a pet. My sister and her family have two. Your Spooky cat sounded so cute! I hear cats can be independent and you can go away for a day or two and they'll be fine whereas a dog wouldn't be. We do have a feral black cat in the neighborhood I see from time to time. I like that they keep the rodent population down.
betty
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