For Saturday, March 23rd, 2024

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

SATURDAY, MARCH 23RD, 2024

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

89 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER 

In Ohio

   Sun1rise:  7:26 am

   Sunset :    7:44 pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark!

Today is National Chip and Dip Day which celebrates the iconic American party snack.  Whether you prefer tortilla chips, potato chips, or corn chips, there are dozens of dips to complement  your snack of choice.

Humans have been dipping their food into sweet and savory sauces for centuries.  Some of the earliest dips were humas and olive oil which originated in the Mediterranean region and are still popular today. Sauces and dips made with sour cream became popular in the United States became popular in 1940’s.  After the Great Depression, many middle class families found themselves without a maid for the first time.  Chips and dip became the go to party dish because it was so easy to prepare.  

To celebrate today, have some friends over for a pot luck style chip and dip party.

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

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

No one ever said, there is too much dip on that chip.

Author Unknown

I have Tortilla chips and Potato chips here at my house but I have no dip.  I do have sour cream so I looked for a healthy dip recipe that I could make with sour cream and this is what I found.

Springtime Dip

1 cup fat free Greek yogurt or sour cream

1/2 cup low fat buttermilk

1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

1Tbsp. chopped fresh dill

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel.

In a small bowl whisk together all the ingredients until well combined..  Serve or cover and chill until ready to serve

This dip can also be used as a sauce for grilled chicken and fish.  It’s also perfect for dipping blanched asparagus, broccoli, sweet peppers, cherry tomatoes or carrots.

I don’t have any Greek yogurt here so am using the sour cream.

I will have company today as DS#5 and DDIL#1 and family are going to be here packing up things to be donated.  They’ll need a snack or two to keep them going.

I am so thankful for all their help.  I’ll set up a dip and chip bar in the kitchen so that they can help themselves to what they want.

I hope you all have a SUPER Saturday !

COUNTING MY GIFTS

All of life is a continuous state of wonder interrupted by bedtime and light snacks.

Joyce Rachelle 

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

12,183. for delicious chips and dips to snack on. 

12,184. for helpers, DS#5 and DDIL#1 and family

12,185. for lots to donate to others in need.

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

Dips and chips make the perfect pair.

Author Unknown

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma