ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH, 2020
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.
72 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER
Sunrise: 6:56 am
Sunset: 8:04 pm
Life is a special occasion!!
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Today is Good Friday which is not an official holiday the United States. Regular services continue according to schedule However, some financial institutions as well as many businesses, public schools and universities are closed on Good Friday. It’s the day Christians commemorate the cruxifixction of Jesus Christ. It represents the sacrifices and suffering in Jesus life. The cruxifixction was the culmination of a number events in Holy Week, including the triumphant return of Jesus to Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. The washing of the disciples feet by Jesus, and the Last Supper on Maunday Thursday.
Some churches will organize a prayer vigil on Good Friday for various causes. Most observe a period of prayerful silence especially between the hours of noon and 3 pm. The crucifix, or cross, which represents the way Jesus died is an important symbol seen on Good Friday.
If you can’t see the bright side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
It is the resurrection that make Good Friday good.
Author Unknown
Now that we are sheltering at home, everything is closed this Good Friday! For years I’ve picked up Hot Cross Buns to have today. But I haven’t been out to shop at all, so today I’m going to be making a version of them here at home.
Easy Hot Cross Buns
1 package refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp packed brown sugar
1/2 cup raisins divided
1 egg lightly beaten
5 tbsp. confectioners sugar
1 tsp. water
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Gently stretch each biscuit into a 4 inch circle. Mix cinnamon and brown sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp. cinnamon mixture and 1 tbsp. raisins over half of each biscuit. Fold over plan biscuit half onto raisin half. Fold again, pinching edges to seal. Gently shape into a ball. Repeat with remaining biscuits. Place buns in a lightly greased 9 inch cake pan. Evenly spacing them apart. Brush bun tops with beaten egg.
Bake 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Remove buns onto cooling rack , cool completely..
Mix confectioners sugar and water in a small bowl. Spoon into small resealable plastic bag. Close bag tightly and snip off one corner then pipe the shape of an X on top of each bun.
Not as good as those from the bakery, but better than nothing. These are days of making do with what you have.
Today I’m also going to boil some eggs for coloring and for deviled eggs, which are tradition in our family for Easter.
I got my first Easter gift in the mail from DDIL#1 yesterday and that’s is what todays pictures are of. What a surprise!. Instead of taking me out to Easter lunch, she sent lunch for me to have for several days. It was a package filled with everything I needed. It had a loaf of Marble rye bread, potato chips, a package of ham, cheddar cheese and swiss cheese and even some good dijon mustard to make sandwiches with and a chocolate bar for dessert. It all came in a nice reusable insulated bag too Every thing I need for my Easter lunch, and I’m making a bowl of potato salad to have with it, along with a dish of baked beans.
I received an Easter card from DS#2 and his wife the day before. . AND DS#6 has invited me to join them for a virtual Easter dinner. Looks like I’ll be all set to celebrate Easter
Sadly I didn’t venture out to put anything in the mail for my family this year. I’m a wimp and have been staying in. I’m of a vulnerable age and stay home. I will keep it all on hand for when ever we are able to get together again.
Fridays have always been a good day for me. They are my favorite day of the week. When I was working, it was the promise of the weekend ahead that made me happy, now it’s a day to look back at what I was able to get done for the week.. While it’s not always, much, at least I was able to accomplish something. Today I’ll be celebrating by watching our church services which will be streaming on line at 3:00 pm. I’m so thankful for the internet.
I hope you have a FANTASTIC Friday!!
COUNTING MY GIFTS
The gifts of Good Friday: Compassion and Mercy
Author Unknown
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
8009.for a Good Friday to celebrate
8010. for ways to make do with what you have
8011. for my children, they are best part of me.
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!
ADVICE FOR TODAY
Unless there is a Good Friday in your life, there
can be no Easter Sunday.
Fulton J. Sheen
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
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4 comments:
I hope you all have a very good Good Friday !
When I was a little girl, I was horrified that today was called Good Friday. Like all little girls, I internalized all that happened on that day and thought it should be called awful, not good.
Your easy recipe for hot cross buns sounds terrific! You may not be with your family for Easter, but it's obvious that their love will be with you. Such a lovely thoughtful gift! Enjoy, and have a wonderful Easter.
How neat with the lunch your DDIL sent! Very clever on her part!! Seems like you are in line to have a great Easter celebration, Ma! A bit unusual from previous ones, but a glorious one nonetheless!! I saw that I had mayo that should be used by May 4 so decided to make potato salad for our Easter meal with ham and veggies and will make an extra amount to share with son and his family. Win win situation. Can share something with them and it gives hubby and me something to do tomorrow to fill the hours.
We'll be watching a church service this afternoon too for Good Friday.
betty
What a thoughtful gift! No, I don't believe for a minute (that) you're a wimp. I think you're wise not taking any chances. We've no big plans for Sunday, but I may dress up a little nicer than my usual uniform of leggings and oversize shirts. Before the projected storms arrive, we'll do a roast and veggies … and finish off the cheesecake before falling into a caloric coma. LOL, I just love naps.
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