For Friday, April 11th, 2025

 

FRIDAY,APRIL 11TH, 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:    7:09 am

   Sunset:   7:57   

pm

Life is a special   

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ccasion!

Hallmark

Today is National Pet Day which is all about appreciating the wonderful pets in your life.  There are approximately 86.4 million pet cats and 78.2 million pet dogs living in the U.S.  Gerbils, birds, turtles and fish are also common household pets.  Many pet owners consider their pet an important family member. 

This day was founded by Colleen Paige, who is an expert on pets to raise awareness about the importance of pet adoption, Their motto is Adopt, Don’t Shop!  

Celebrate this holiday by taking your dog for a walk or give your cat a little extra catnip.  Or you might consider adopting a pet or working at an animal shelter.

If you cannot see the bright side polish the dull side 

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.

Anatole France

At this point in my life the only pet I might consider adopting is a turtle or gold fish.   I cannot afford or am I able to keep up with any other pet,  I do see a dog every day, but she belongs to my daughter and family.  She’s definitely an important member of their family.  I spoil her all the time and am glad for her company. I cannot give her walks, which she loves because she’s way too big.  She’s a full blood German Shepherd and would be dragging me down the street.

The pictures today are of some my families’ pets.

It’s Friday!  Yay! and time for another rehab class.  I have also been going for walks and am trying to develop more strength.  I just hope my ankles and knees hold out. 

It’s going to be another 90 degree day  Hot and sunny!

I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday!

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Pets are humanizing.  They remind us we have an obligation and responsibility to preserve and nurture and care for all of life.

James Cromwell

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

13,299.for a grand dog to love and spoil

13,300.for my doctors and rehab instructors 

13,301 for a beautiful sunny day!

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

Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.

Roger Caras 

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma