ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, 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: 7:17 am
Sunset:7:23 pm
Life is a special occasion!
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Today Checkers Day which is also known as Dogs in Politics Day . It is not known for the classic game.
On September 23, 1952, vice presidential candidate Richard Nixon gave a speech to address the growing public concern about the use of campaign funds. His assured the public that he had not missued the funds, but that he intended to keep one gift, a little dog that the Nixon children named Checkers. The Checkers speech was a political triumph and the public responded with overwhelming support.
To celebrate today, play a game of checkers.
If you can't see the bright side, polish the dull side
THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Life is more fun if you play games.
Ronald Dahl
It’s a good day here to get out the checker board as it’s a pretty chilly one and a good day to sit around the table playing games. We seem to do more of that now and through the winter than we do in the summer time.
The problem here is that checkers is a game that requires more than one person. And as usual I’m here alone.
I hated to roll out of bed this morning because it was chilly here in my house, it won’t be long now and I’ll be turning the heat on. I did layer up and wore my nice fuzzy warm housecoat while drinking my morning coffee. That kept me warm enough.
We’re only to hae a high of about 55 degrees today which is not our normal for this time of year. We should be around 70 degrees instead.
Today’s pictures are of DS#5 and family having some fall fun.
I hope you all have a GREAT day. Happy Thursday !
COUNTING MY GIFTS
We do not stop playing games because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing,
Benjamin Frinklin
Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for. There is truly is always something to be thankful for.
9555. for a popular game to play
9556. for a nice cozy warm housecoat
9557.for central heating if I do need it
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 game of life is a lot like football. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears and score your points when you get the opportunity .
Lewis Grizzard
A little smile, a word of cheer,
A bit of love from someone dear…
Love,
ma
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3 comments:
Fall is a time to enjoy the comforts of home.
I don't recall Nixon's speech, but sure remember the girls' little dog Checkers. Black cocker spaniel, wasn't he?
It was really cool when I woke up this morning, too -- 54*. The mid-80's are supposed to make a return in a few days; but til then, I'm enjoying my own furry house coat! 😊
Sweet pictures of your grands ... the first one looks like each is showing his/her own personality!
It is cooler here in Georgia too. Our high will be in the high 70's instead of the high 80s!
I remember that story about Checkers the dog. So crown me! HA HA!!
Have a great day!
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