For Friday, June 2nd, 2023

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

FRIDAY, JUNE 2ND, 2023

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.

Slightly adapted from one of my morning devotionals

19 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER

In Ohio

 Sunrise:   5:57 am

   Sunset:  8:56   

pm

Life is a special    

occasion!

Hallmark!

Today is National Donut Day which celebrates the donut that is a  delicious classic treat.  Whether is is jelly filled, powdered or frosted they are all good. 

This holiday began as a fundraiser for the Salvation Army in 1938.  It honors all the female volunteers who served donuts to the soldiers behind the front lines during WWI.

To celebrate today many places are handing out free donuts to their customers.  Be sure to check out special promotions in your area.

If you cannot see the bright side, polish the dull side

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

As you ramble through life, Brother, 

Whatever be your goal,

Keep your eye upon the doughnut,

And not upon the hole.

Margaret Atwood

Today’s pictures are of the various donuts found at the bakeries on the Donut Trail in Ohio.  Both DS#6 and his family and one of my granddaughter’s, our Princess, have visited the stores on the trail and shared pictures with me.  

I do love donuts but rarely have one anymore since I began my no sugar diet. Once in a while I’ll treat myself to one and today may be one of those days.  

On the menu today besides a possible donut is:

Skillet  Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese 

Makes 6 servings

10 oz. penne pasta, I use pasta made with cauliflower

4 cups bite side broccoli florets

2 Tbsp. butter

2 Tbsp. flour

1 1/2 cups milk

1/2 tsp paprika

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

3 Tbsp. bread crumbs

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Bring a pan of water to boil.  Add Pasta and cook according to package instructions adding broccoli for the last minute of cooking.  Drain.

Place the empty pot over medium low heat.  Add butter and swirl until melted. Sprinkle flour over butter, whisk until smooth.  Slowly add milk, paaprika, cook, whisking constantly until the mixture bubbles and thickens. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup Ceddar and Parmesan.  Add the drained pasta and broccoli, stir to coat well.

Transfer to a 10 inch cast iron skillet and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Add remaining Cheddar.  Bake until the cheese melts and starting to turn golden.  About 20 minutes.

The weather remains in the 80’s today, but they say tomorrow we’ll be back in the 70’s.  For me that is the perfect temperature.  

I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday!

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

The optimist sees the donut, the pessimist sees the hole.

Oscar Wilde 

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

11,356.  for a fresh donut now and then

11,357. for another bright and sunny day 

11,358. for healthier pasta made with cauliflower. 

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

If you eat one less candy bar or donut a day, you’re doing your body some good.

Louise Hay 

A little smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma