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