ON THE BRIGHT SIDE: for Tuesday, November 25th, 2025

THE BRIGHT SIDE

Decide to be happy today, to live with what is yours – your family, your business, your job, your luck. If you can’t have what you like, maybe you can like what you have.

Just for today, be kind, cheerful, agreeable, responsive, caring, and understanding. Be your best, dress your best, talk softly, and look for the bright side of things. Praise people for what they do and do not criticize them for what they cannot do. If someone does something stupid, forgive and forget. After all, it’s just for one day.

Who knows, it might turn out to be a nice day.

THE BRIGHT SIDE

I'm looking out the window
and the day is drab and dreary,
And I'm trying to console myself
by thinking something cheery
I know it's simply horrible
to get in such a slump
And I also know it's up to me
to get across the hump
And I realize I'm selfish
to mention this to you
For, gee, you might be feeling
a little 'low-down' too
but often when I feel like this
I tell myself it's true
That I am not the only one
who feels 'low-down and blue'
And just knowing there are others
who feel the way I do
Renews my sinking spirit
and keeps me smiling through
and know that it's natural
to take a 'spirit-dive'
Provides the spunk and courage
to hang on and survive
And while there are a lot of moods
that we can drive away
by looking on the BRIGHT SIDE
in all we do and say,
There also is a loneliness
that God meant us to feel
But, gee, it sure is mighty hard
to know which one is real
And I'd hate to be a 'sad sack'
who never saw the sun
And just complained that every day
was such a dreary one.
But I know that all the dark days
are just part of God's plan
We should accept them graciously
and do the best we can...
So I'll just keep on trying
for I know it's 'Gospel true'
there never was a cloud so dark
the sun could not shine through!

by Helen Steiner Rice

On the Bright Side Newsletter

I send this little letter out each morning to all my family and friends and even to a few people that I've never met. Many of them send it on to others too. So in order to make it available to more people I post the 'brighter side' of the news here each day in this journal.

The letter began as an effort to keep in touch with my family as they are spread out in all directions. My family, friends and God are the most important things in my life.

You'll find quotes, poems and stories and even a few recipes included in this newsletter. I try to find something new each day to share.

In a world that very often publishes only the dark side of things I felt that others would be encouraged to hear about
'the bright side'.

'On Ya'-ma

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

for Tuesday, November 25th, 2025

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 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;03 am

Sunset: 5:33
pm

Life is a special occasion!

Hallmark

Today is Shopping Reminder Day which reminds us that Christmas is only roughly one month away.

With the Advent of the Internet , the way people shopped underwent a revolution. E commerce platform emerged allowing consumers to purchase goods online from the comfort of their homes. The convenience of online shopping made the term more revelant that ever before.

This holiday encompasses various aspects of consumer culture. It can refer to reminders sent by retailers through email or mobile apps, informing customers of upcoming sales, or new product releases.

Celebrate today and start your Christmas gift shopping! Enjoy and have fun!

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

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

My budget called, it’s sad.

I did start my shopping last week and have now purchased 2 gifts and my Christmas cards for this year arrived yesterday, so I definitely have started! I usually don’t start until the day after Thanksgiving, so I’m ahead of the game.

Since I no longer have a car, I’ve switched to doing a lot of online shopping and so far it’s worked well for me.

I found this list of pointers to help you make the most of your holiday shopping:

1. Make a list of who you need to buy gifts for. This will help you to stay focused and organized.

2. Creat a budget and stick to it. Avoid guilt over overspending by being mindful of your spending.

3. Research and compare prices before making a purchase. You may find bargains or discounts elsewhere.

4. Take advantage of online promo codes and coupons. Every little discount adds up.

5. Consider supporting small and local businesses. They often offer unique and personalized gifts.

I hope these suggestions help you. Happy Shopping !

I hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

COUNTING MY GIFTS

It’s an Add to Cart kind of day!

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

13,844. for a reminder that Christmas isn’t far off.

13,835. for easy online shopping.

13,846. for sales and coupons!

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

Keep calm and carry a shopping bag.

a smile,a word of cheer,

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

3 comments:

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...: Celebrate today and start your Christmas gift shopping! Be safe, enjoy and have fun!; November 25, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Chatty Crone said...: If you didn't know that, is it SHOPPING time - I am not sure where you live - your head must be in the sand - lol.; November 25, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Martha said...: I'm glad you were able to get a head start. It's been a goal of mine in recent years to have all my shopping done before Halloween. I love having it done and over with before the rush. Plus, I've noticed that prices always go up starting in November, so when there's a "sale" it's usually just the normal off holiday price.; November 25, 2025 at 12:12 PM

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