For Monday, October 2,nd 2023

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

TUESDAY OCTOBER 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

79 DAYS UNTIL WINTER 

In Ohio

 Sunrise:   7;25 am

   Sunset:  7:10   

pm

Life is a special  

occasion!

Hallmark!

 Today is World Habitat Day whic was officially designated by the United Nations and first celebrated in 1986.  Since then it is observered on the first Monday of October throughout the world.

The purpose of this holiday is to reflect on the state of all cities and towns and the basic human right to adequate shelter.  It also aims to remind the world of its responsibility for the habtat of future generations. Each year there is a theme, for example Safer Cities in 1998.  And each year a host city is announced.

To celebrate today, you could check to see what you can do to ensure a good habitat for future generations. Or simply enjoy your own home.  Take care of it and it will last a long time.

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

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

There’s No Place Like Home.

The Wizard of Oz

At one time, I would have had a home to leave for my family to enjoy, but now I rent and no longer own a home. It was a good choice for me and I’m happy our Landlord is good about making anything right that might need fixed.  It’s all included in the rent and I don’t pay extra.  That’s why I rent and do not own, I didn’t want the responsibility of taking care of house anymore.

It’s Monday and my day to cook something new to eat and on the menu is;

Creamy Chicken Rice Soup

We were cooler when I made this menu, but today is supposed to be warmer, close to 80 degrees they say.  Still soup is good anytime for me, so I’ll be making it anyway.

Makes 4 servings

1 Tbsp canola oil

1 carrot, chopped

1 celery rib chopped

1/2 cup chopped onion 

1/2 tsp. minced garlic

1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice

3/4tsp. dried basil

1/4 tsp pepper

2 cans, 14.5 oz. each chicken broth.

3 Tbsp flour

1 can, 5 oz. evaporated milk

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast.

In large pan heat oil over medium high heat, saute carrot, celery, and onion until tender.  Add garlic, cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in rice, seasonings and broth, bright to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, covered until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. 

Mix flour and milk until smooth, stir into soup.  Bring to a boil, cook and stir until thickened.  Stir in chicken , heat through.

1 1/4 cups equals one serving. You could use cornstarch instead of flour. I like cornstarch better.

I hope you all have GREAT start to this new week. Happy Mond

ay!

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.

Wendy Wunder 

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

11,693 for a new week to begin again 

11,694. for good food and nice weather. 

11,695. for home sweet home 

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!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Seek home for rest, for home is best. 

Thomas Tusser 

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma