For Thursday, August 10th, 2023

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10TH, 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

45 DAYS UNTIL FALL

In Ohio

 Sunrise:   6;32 am

   Sunset:  8;34   

pm

 

 

  

Life is a special    

occasion!

Hallmark!

Today is National S’mores Day which celebrates a delicious treat made from three simple ingredients - graham crackers, toasted marshmallows, and melted chocolate bars.  Yum!

The first official s’mores recipe was published in the Girl Scout Handbook in 1927, but culinary historians believe the tradition began much earlier.  Over the years the recipe was passed from camper to camper and eventually became the most famous fireside dessert.  Ever wondered why it is called a s’more.  Because you’ll always want some more of this decadent sweet.

To celebrate today, make a backyard campfire and have some s’mores.  No bonfire, no problem.  You can toast marshmallows in a toaster oven or a microwave.  Enjoy !

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

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

The S’more the merrier!

Author Unknown 

Here at my house, there is no fireplace outdoors.  So, I have to do mine in the microwave.  Simply make a sandwich of graham crackers with a marshmallow and piece of chocolate in it and put in the microwave for a minute.  

They are still delicious!  

On Fridays I do cook something new and on the menu for today is:

White Beans and Veggie Salad

Makes 4 cups

2 cups mixed salad greens

3/4 cup veggies of your choice such as cucumbers and cherry tomatoes

1/2 cup canned white beans

1/2 cup diced avocado

2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 

2 tsp. olive oil

freshly ground pepper to taste 

Combine greens, veggies , and beans in a bowl.  Drizzle with vinegar and oil and season with pepper.  Toss to combine and transfer to a large plate.  

You could also add chopped zucchini and red onion to add some zip, if desired. 

I’ll be having mine with a s’more for dessert !

l hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday! 

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

Some people are just like s’mores, sweet, gooey, and irrisistable.  

Author Unknown

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

11,557.  for delicious s’mores 

11,558 for a refreshing salad in the summer 

11,559. for a microwave 

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

Life is always calmer when you can have chocolate and marshmallows. 

Author Unknown

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma