ON THE BRIGHT SIDE: For Monday, July 12th, 2021

THE BRIGHT SIDE

Decide to be happy today, to live with what is yours – your family, your business, your job, your luck. If you can’t have what you like, maybe you can like what you have.

Just for today, be kind, cheerful, agreeable, responsive, caring, and understanding. Be your best, dress your best, talk softly, and look for the bright side of things. Praise people for what they do and do not criticize them for what they cannot do. If someone does something stupid, forgive and forget. After all, it’s just for one day.

Who knows, it might turn out to be a nice day.

THE BRIGHT SIDE

I'm looking out the window
and the day is drab and dreary,
And I'm trying to console myself
by thinking something cheery
I know it's simply horrible
to get in such a slump
And I also know it's up to me
to get across the hump
And I realize I'm selfish
to mention this to you
For, gee, you might be feeling
a little 'low-down' too
but often when I feel like this
I tell myself it's true
That I am not the only one
who feels 'low-down and blue'
And just knowing there are others
who feel the way I do
Renews my sinking spirit
and keeps me smiling through
and know that it's natural
to take a 'spirit-dive'
Provides the spunk and courage
to hang on and survive
And while there are a lot of moods
that we can drive away
by looking on the BRIGHT SIDE
in all we do and say,
There also is a loneliness
that God meant us to feel
But, gee, it sure is mighty hard
to know which one is real
And I'd hate to be a 'sad sack'
who never saw the sun
And just complained that every day
was such a dreary one.
But I know that all the dark days
are just part of God's plan
We should accept them graciously
and do the best we can...
So I'll just keep on trying
for I know it's 'Gospel true'
there never was a cloud so dark
the sun could not shine through!

by Helen Steiner Rice

On the Bright Side Newsletter

I send this little letter out each morning to all my family and friends and even to a few people that I've never met. Many of them send it on to others too. So in order to make it available to more people I post the 'brighter side' of the news here each day in this journal.

The letter began as an effort to keep in touch with my family as they are spread out in all directions. My family, friends and God are the most important things in my life.

You'll find quotes, poems and stories and even a few recipes included in this newsletter. I try to find something new each day to share.

In a world that very often publishes only the dark side of things I felt that others would be encouraged to hear about
'the bright side'.

'On Ya'-ma

Monday, July 12, 2021

For Monday, July 12th, 2021

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

MONDAY, JULY 12TH, 2021

The moments 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.

73 DAYS UNTIL FALL

Sunrise: 6:05 am

Sunset: 9:01 pm

Life is a special occasion!

Hallmark

Today is a Happy Anniversary to DD and her husband.

An anniversary is a time to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday and the hopes of tomorrow.

Author Unknown

May the dear Lord Bless you both always !

Today is also National French Fries Day which celebrates a classic fast food treat and the perfect hamburger pairing. There are dozens of ways to enjoy French fries. Wherther you prefer the cajun Style, sweet potato , crincle cut, salty, waffle or covered in chili and cheese, today is the day to celebrate this American favorite.

The exact origin of French Fries is unknown, however, one theory suggests that they date back to the 17th century in Belgium. The habitants of this region often cooked small fried fish to accompany their meals. When weather conditions made it too dangerous to go fishing, they cut up potatoes in long, thin strips to resemble the fish and fried them.

Today French Fries are a popular snack and side diss across the globe. Whether it’s pommel fries in France, oastatas frites in Soain, or chips in the UK. French Fries are a worldwide favorite.

Support your favorite fast-food resturant and oder some fries to celebrate today.

If you can't see the bright side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

I’m in shape, unfortunately that shape is a potato.

Author Unknown

DD is on vacation so I’ll not be celebrating with her today but with her dogs here at her house. I’m sending all my love and anniversary wishes to them for a very happy day. I’m sure they will. What’s not to love about being on vacation.

I do love fries and have them often, but these days I prefer sweet potato fries as they are healthier. I also cook them in my air fryer which is much more healthier than fried in oil.

My favorite french fries are the kind we get at the fair every year. They are delicious and I like to drizzle mine in a bit of vinegar and salt. Our county fair will be in August and I’m looking forward to it.

I hope you have a GREAT start to this new week. Happy Monday!

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Happier than a seagull with a French fry.

Author Unknown

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

9348. for DD and her hubby, it’s their anniversary today

9349. for french fries, a delicious treat

9350. for a fair to look forward to

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

When you are confused about what to eat, French fries always make a great meal….

Author Unknown

A little smile, a word of cheer,

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

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6 comments:

Changes in the wind said...: So glad you weren't hurt when you fell.; July 12, 2021 at 9:48 AM
Linda :) said...: Happy :) Anniversary!; July 12, 2021 at 9:54 AM
I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...: No, I wasn't hurt at all, bur the knees hurt when I tried to get up.; July 12, 2021 at 9:55 AM
Martha said...: That quote under thought for today cracked me up! Happy anniversary to your DD and her hubby. I'm so glad to read here in the comments that you weren't hurt when you fell!; July 12, 2021 at 12:26 PM
Mevely317 said...: Happy Anniversary to your DD and DSIL! They sure make a beautiful couple.; July 12, 2021 at 2:03 PM
Linda said...: Happy Anniversary to your DD!
I love French Fries and especially the sweet potato fries!
You fell? I must have missed more posts than I thought! Going back to check it out!; July 12, 2021 at 3:27 PM

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