For Sunday, July 31st, 2021

 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

SUNDAY, JULY 31ST, 2022

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.

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55 DAYS UNTIL FALL

Sunrise: 6:22 am

 Sunset: 8:46  

pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark

Today is National Jump for Jelly Beans Day which encourages candy lovers everywhere to jump for joy and show your appreciation for jelly beans.  These tiny candies evolved from an ancient confection called Turkish delight which was one of the earliest forms of hard candy.  Our modern day jelly beans gained  popularity during the American Civil War.  A candy company in Boston began marketing jelly beans as t
he perfect treat to send to soldiers, and soon everyone was hooked.  One of the most famous jelly bean fans is President Ronald Reagan.  He served them at his inauguration. 

To celebrate today, treat yourself to a delicious handful of jelly beans.  Jump for joy when you stumble upon your favorite flavor. 

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

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jelly beans.

Ronald Reagan 

I try to always have some jelly beans on hand so for today, I can celebrate by eating a few.  They are always very tasty and some are even refreshing.  My favorite flavor is the orange ones.  When the kids were at home, everyone had their own favorite flavor and I was glad to get a variety for them. 

Now it’s just me here but I still enjoy them.  There are times that even a black one tastes good !

All is quiet here, nothing much going on so I’ll be taking the day to rest, relax and refresh.  I’m once again streaming church services on my phone and starting my day slow and easy. No need to get dressed or hurry.  

The weather remains beautiful, but they say rain will be moving in tomorrow along with higher humidity and temps.  So today I’ll take advantage of this good weather and take it slow and easy.

 I hope you all have  a RELAXING Sunday !

COUNTING MY GIFTS 

Jelly beans are a lot like people You can’t tell what’s on the inside from looking on the outside.

Author Unknown

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

 

10,477. for tasty jelly beans to enjoy

10,478. for a day to rest and relax 

10,479. for nearly perfect weather 

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 EMT’s.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Love is stramge and mysterious.  Just like Jelly beans.

Author Unknown 

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

 

Love,

ma 

For Saturday,, July 30th, 2022

 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

SATURDAY, JULY 30TH, 2022

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.

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56 DAYS UNTIL FALL

Sunrise: 6:21 am

 Sunset: 8:47  

pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark

Today is the International Day of Friendship, the perfect time to appreciate the friends in your life and tell them how much you care. Never forget that the friendships you have made throughout your life have had a great impact on who you are today. 

This holiday was created in 2011 by the UN General Assembly to foster the idea that friendships can inspire peace efforts and bring communities together. These friendships can be between individuals, countries, cultures and beyond.

The UN traditionally encourages community groups and government organizations to hold public events and activities that promote this sense of friendship and understanding.

To celebrate today, connect with a friend and let them know how much they are appreciated. 

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

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.

Henry Ford

 If you are reeding this message , then you are a friend of mine.  Please know I value and appreciate your friendship.  I have had many friends in my life time.  Some of my friends are family and some are like family.  Most of them I’ve known for a long time, but some didn’t last long at all.  Those friends are long gone for what ever reason, we didn’t remain friends.  

I think we have to choose friends carefully as they do reflect on who we are.  Most of mine like the same things I do and we get along well together.  

My best friend is my daughter and I don’t know what I’d do without her.  We do a lot together and even though we didn’t always get along together when she was a teenager, as adults we get along very well. The pictures today are of my DD.

Today is the day I cook for the weekend and on the menu is:

Spicy Lemon Chicken Kabobs

Makes 6 servings

1/4 cup lemon juice

4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided

3 Tbsp. White wine, I use apple juice instead 

1 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 

1/4 tsp. dried rosemary, crushed

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes

2 medium lemons, halved

Minced chives

In a large shallow dish, combine lemon juice, 3 Tbsp. oil, wine, pepper flakes and rosemary.  Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate up to 3 hours.

Drain chicken, discarding marinade  Thread chicken onto 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers.  Grill covered, over medium heat until no longer pink. Turning once, about 10 minutes. 

Meanwhile place lemons on the grill cut side down.  Grill until lightly browned.  Squeeze lemon halves over chicken. Drizzle with remaining oil; sprinkle with chives.

I will be only using 1/4 tsp. of the crushed red pepper.  I don’t like my food too spicy.  I like it mild.  I’ll be having a side of potato salad with mine.  This will make a nice light summer dinner for me today and tomorrow.

We’re having some perfect summer days here.  In the upper 70’s and sunny.  Not too hot but just right !

 I hope you all have  a SUPER Saturday !

COUNTING MY GIFTS 

There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship.

Thomas Aquinas

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

 

10,474. for friends to love and appreciate

10,475. for a beautiful weekend

10,476.for a enclosed porch to enjoy

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 EMT’s.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

A true friend never gets in your way unless you happen to be going down.

Arnold Glasow 

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

 

Love,

ma 

For Friday, July 29th, 2022

 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

FRIDAY, JULY 29TH, 2022

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.

'

55 DAYS UNTIL FALL

Sunrise: 6:20 am

 Sunset: 8:48  

pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark

Today is National Lasagna Day which celebrates  a delicious pasta made with layers of flat pasta sheets, tomato sauce and cheese, but there are dozens of different variations.  Some popular additions are meat, vegetables, and Bechamel sauce.

People have been eating noodles for at least 4000 years , but culinary historians disagree over when and where the first pasta dish originated.  We do know that tomatoes are a New World food, which means pasta and tomato dishes like lasagna have only been around since the 16th century.  

To celebrate today, bake a pan of lasagna.  Grab a a bottle of wine and have some friends over to enjoy a family style dinner.

Today is also National Chicken Wing Day, another popular food to enjoy !

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

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

All food starting with p is comfort food: pasta potato chips, pretzels, peanut butter, pastrami, pizza, pastry.

Sara Peretsky

Lasagna is not a dish my mother cooked, it’s a tradition that began with me.  I found the recipe in the cook book that was given to me as a wedding gift.  I’ve followed the same recipe for years and the family loves it.  It is something I usually make to serve on Christmas Eve. 

I wanted something special to serve but different from the Christmas dinner on Christmas Day. Everyone loved it and it’s been a favorite ever since.

But for today I’m going to make something much simpler and easier.  On the menu today is:

Salmon Casserole 

Makes 4 servings

1 7oz. can salmon, drained, bones and skin removed

4 cups soft bread crumbs

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup chopped green pepper

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley

3/4 cup milk

1 Tbsp. mayonnaise

1 tsp ground mustard

1/4 tsp. pepper

1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp. paprika 

In a large bowl combine salmon, bread crumbs, celery, green pepper, onion and parsley.  In a small bowl, combine milk, mayonaise, mustard and pepper.  Pour over salmon mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Transfer to a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika.  Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 35 minutes or until heated through and top is golden brown. 

Thankfully I have a toaster oven and I don’t have to turn on the big stove oven.  It’s to be a hot day and I don’t want to make the house too warm. 

We got the key problem fixed yesterday. DS#5 came over and managed to replace the battery in my key fob.  They are available wherever they have watch batteries.  My niece had called earlier and advised me not to try and get a new key as it is very expensive.  With the fob powered up now, all is well. 

 I hope you all have  a FANTASTIC Friday !

COUNTING MY GIFTS 

Life is a combination of magic and pasta.

Federico Fellini

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

 

10,471. for Lasagna, a Christmas Eve tradition in our family 

10,472. for my air fryer that also serves as a toaster oven 

10,473. for fresh peaches available at the famer’s market 

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 EMT’s.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Pasta doesn’t make you fat.  How much pasta you eat makes you fat.

Glada De Laurentiis

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

 

Love,

ma