For Saturday, August 26th, 2023

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26TH, 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

30  DAYS UNTIL FALL

In Ohio

 Sunrise:
  6;45 am

   Sunset:  8;11   

pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark!

 Today is All or Nothing Day which is a time to take risks and live on the edge.  Live like today is your last day and let your inner daredevil shine.  Be sure to make peace with your enemies, spend time with loved ones and do something you have always wanted to do. 

Try something new, seek an adventure, and give this day all you’ve got. All or Nothing Day only happens once a year so don’t hold back.

To celebrate today, do something you’ve always wanted to do.

Enjoy!

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

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

Adventure is a mindset, not a destination. 

Anonymous 

My middle sister and I used to go on adventures all the time. We drove the highways along the coast of Ohio and saw a beautiful lighthouse.  We drove mid Ohio from east to west. It was what they called the Lincoln Highway and saw some wonderful things.  We also traveled along the Ohio River and even stayed at a casino there. Those were happy days and I miss her so.  I no longer have someone to travel with like that.  We were both retired and wanted to see more of Ohio.

Today its my day to cook for the weekend and on the menu is:

Apple Dijon Pork Roast

One boneless pork loin roast, around 2-3 lbs.

1 can, 14 1/2 oz., chicken broth

1 cup unsweetened apple juice

1/2 cup Dijon mustard

6 Tbsp. cornstarch

6 Tbsp cold water

Coarsely ground pepper

Place roast in a slow cooker.  In a small bowl combine, broth apple juice and mustard, pour over roast.  Cover and cook on low about 5 hours or until tender. Remove roast and keep warm.

For gravy strain cooking juices and skim fat.  Pour juices in a small pan and combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into juices. Bring to a boil and cook stirring until thickened. Serve with pork,  and if desired top with the ground pepper. 

I also added some apple slices to the slow cooker along with the broth. No doubt, I’ll be serving some mashed potatoes on the side.  I’ll have plenty of leftovers for tomorrow and beyond.  

I found pork Loins on sale for only 1.99  this week so bought a large one and cut it in half.  So now I have one in the freezer.  

We are to have another cloudy day but no rain.  It’s in the mid 70’s and tomorrow will be sunny but cooler yet.

l hope you all have a SUPER Saturday! 

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

One way to get the most of life is to look upon it as an adventure.

William Feather

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

11,602.  for an adventurous life 

11,603. for happy experiences that get me through the tough times.

11,604.  for a sister who shared adventures with me.

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 sa

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!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Adventure is allowing the unexpected to happen to you.  Exploration is experiencing what you have not experienced before.

Richard Aldington

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma