Tuesday, August 15th, 2023

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15TH, 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

41 DAYS UNTIL FALL

In Ohio

 Sunrise:   6;37 am

   Sunset:  8;27 

pm

  

  

Life is a special 

occasion!

Hallmark!

Today is National Relaxation Day which is when we take a step back to unwind and decompress.

Although a certain amount of stress is normal, too much can be harmful to your physical and mental health.  Take care of yourself today, read a book, watch a movie, take time to nap or go for a long walk.  Studies have shown that going for a walk a few times a week leads to improved well being and lower stress levels.  No matter what you choose to do, just remember to take it easy, if only for a few minutes.  

My favorite place to relax is at the beach and that is what my pictures are of today.

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

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest.  Use both and overlook neither.

Alan Cohen

Sundays are usually my day to relax, but there are times when we need to do it for our health.  Stress can make you sick and causes a lot of diseases too.  When my youngest son had cancer they say it could be caused by a lot of stress.  

Don’t get sick and remember to relax when you need to do so.  I should be very healthy as I rest more than I work.  I take naps in my chair most every day and I do everything I can the easy way.  I don’t have the energy or the strength to do a lot of what I used to do.  I don’t fight it, but try to remember rest is good for me.  As long as I take thing slowly I can continue to do what is needed.

I’m retired and there is no need for me to hurry up and get things done.  The only work I do is around my house and that is less and less.  But I try to keep moving forward.  

After some morning rain, it is supposed to clear out and tomorrow should be a beautiful sunny day!

l hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday! 

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths, or turning inwards in prayer for five short minutes.

Etty Hillesum

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

11,569.  for another day to relax 

11,570 for stress free days 

11,571. for summer while we still have it, I love being warm. 

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

Relaxation means releasing all concern and tension and letting the natural order of life flow through one’s being.

Donald Curtis

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma