For Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

WEIDNESDAY, JANUARY 29TH, 2025

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

In TEXAS

 Sunrise:    7;23  am

   Sunset:    6:07    

pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark!

Today is a Happy Birthday to our Star!

Happy Birthday ♥ ¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ Happy Birthday¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ Happy Birthday to you♥ ♥ ♥ 

May the dear Lord bless you today and always!

Happy Birthday to you♥

Today is also Freethinkers Day, also known as Thomas Paine Day, which celebrates the life and work of Thomas Paine who was born this day in 1737.  Paine came to America in 1774 at the request of Benjamin Franklin.  Throughout his life, he wrote many influential books and pampletes including the Age of Reason. the Rights of Man, and Common Sense. Each of these works brought public attention to key issues and helpyed establish the philosophical foundation for wthe American Revolution.

Paines writing inspired many to strive for political, economic and social advancement.  He was also one of the first people to call for universal human rights and an end to slavery.

Freethinkers Day has been celebrated since the 1990’s. Its purpose is to educate peaple about Paine’s work and the importance of freethinking and freedom.  

Celebrate today and pick up a copy of Common Sense and take a moment to appreciate your civil liberties.

If you cannot see the bright side polish the dull side 

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom, must, like men, undergo the fatigues of supporting it.

Thomas Paine

This grandson lives back in Ohio so I won’t see him today, but a card will soon be on the way filled with love and birthday wishes.  He is now an adult and is doing grad studies in college.  We are very proud of him.

Being able to think for yourself, especially when it comes to freedom and liberty, is very important.  Thankfully we do live in a free country and we must do all we can to make sure it stays that way.  

Not every one is as free as we are to do as we are.  Our forefathers had the wisdom to provide our Constitution to ensure it stays that way.  That’s why it is important that we vote for leaders of our county that abide by it.  It’s the best way to protect our freedom.  

Finally I have answers for all the tests I’ve done.  The pulmanaologist doctor said that I’m in good shape as far as my lungs go and I don’t have to see him again.  He didn’t find any problems 

So for right now I know the state of my health.  Now I only have to wait for the Heart Cath.  It could add another 20 years to my life, who knows?

 

It’s very foggy here today and we’re to have more rain but we’ll be in the 70’s and should be here for several days with some sunshine coming our way.  We need the rain, so I won’t complain at all and 70 degrees in January feels great! 

I hope you all have a WONDERFUL Wednesday!

COUNTING MY GIFTS

I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather stength from distress, and grow brave by reflection  Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he who’s heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.

Thomas Paine

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

         13.086. for freethinkers like Thomas Paine                                   13,087.for badly needed rain

13,088.  for 70 degree days, just about perfect!  

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

A body of men holding themselves accountable to nobody ought not to be trusted by anybody.

Thomas Paine

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma