ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
MONDAY, JULY 5TH, 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.
Sunrise: 6:01 am
Sunset: 9:05 pm
Life is a special occasion!
Hallmark
Today is Workaholics Day which honors all the workaholics in the world and is a reminder to them to take a step back and take it easy.
A workaholic is a person addicted to their work. While dedication is an admirable trait, a healthy work life balance is also important.
If you fall into this category take an afternoon nap, read a book , or spend a few hours watching YouTube. You’ll have plenty of time to finish your work tomorrow.
For everyone else today is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the workaholics in your life and to recognize all they have accomplished.
To celebrate today, tackle a project you’ve been avoiding.
If you can't see the bright side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
The only thing that overcomes hard luck, is hard work.
Harry Golden
As I no longer work, I’m the complete opposite of a workaholic. Matter of fact some would call me lazy. I rest a whole lot more than I work. I am slow and only have one speed…slow or slower. I’m enjoying retirement to the fullest. Of course there is still housework to do, but if I don’t get to it, it seems to wait on me very nicely.
I do things when necessary and not before. I love my lazy life and am a happy camper.
On the menu for today is:
Chicken Ceasar Pasta Salad
serves 6
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 tsp. ground pepper, divided
2 cubs shredded cooked chicken breast
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
Combine buttermilk, yogurt, oil, lemon juice, mustard, 1/2 cup Parmesan and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper in a blender; puree on high speed until smooth . Set aside
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain reserving 1 cup cooking water.
Combine the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, 1/4 cup the reserved cooking water and remaining salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in the buttermilk dressing until thoroughly combined. Stir in addition cooking water as needed for a creamy consistency. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days.
Just before serving stir in lettuce, sprinkling with the remaining Parmesan.
I’m totally taking it easy today and had purchased a ready made Ceasar salad at the store. All I had to do was cook some pasta to add to it all.
This recipe would make much more than I need and I would have more than I could ever eat.
It’s going to be a hot hot day for us in the 90’s. DD and family invited me over for some pool time and a cook out, so I’ll be going over there this afternoon. Nothing like a swim in the pool to cool off.
The pictures today are from last year when we are DS#5’s house doing the same thing. 3 day holidays are wonderful!
I hope you have a GREAT start to this new week. Happy Monday!
COUNTING MY GIFTS
Let us realize that: the porivedge to work is a gift. The power to work is a blessing, the love of work is success!
David O. McKay
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
9327.For a 3 day holiday, it’s like a mini vacation
9328. for kids with pools to cool off in
9329. for a cool refreshing salad on a hot day
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
Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don’t recognize them.
Ann Landers
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
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4 comments:
Hope you are enjoying a 3 day weekend !
I suffer from a chronic illness that makes most of my days a challenge...but I always chose to be happy. Most days I always look on the bright side but some days, depending mostly on people I come in contact with....its a challenge also. Love the pool! Going to be 95 today in Nashville Tn and I would love one of those to jump in.
Have a great time with DD and family today Ma! :)
Wow -- it sounds like you're experiencing warmer temps than here in Alabama. Enjoy that nice pool water!
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