For Friday, March 20th, 2026

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH, 2026

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:   7:35 am

   Sunset: 7:43  

pm

Life is a special occasion !

Hallmark

Today is the Spring Equinox, the first official day of Spring!  Get ready to pack away the winter clothes, because soon enough we’ll be enjoying warmer weather, much longer days, and the arrival of flora and fauna.

The word equinox means equal night, referring to the fact that nights are approximately equal everywhere, and the sun rises and sets due east and west. According to folklore, you can stand an egg on its end during the equinox. No one has statistically proven this to be true  or false - try it for yourself and see what happens!

The Spring Equinox brings sure signs of changing seasons, from blooming flowers to chirping birds. It marks the beginning of nature’s renewal in the Northern Hemisphere.

Celebrate today and wish your family and friends a happy first day of Spring!

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

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

Springtime is the land awakening.  The March winds are morning yawn.

Lewis Grizzard 

Spring is my favorite season and I love seeing the earth come alive again after a long cold winter. Here in Texas it has felt like Summer, but it is looking like Spring.  The bare trees are filling in with green leaves and many flowers are starting to appear. The birds have been chirping most mornings when I get up.  The sun has been shining longer in the evening and I love the fact that it no longer feels like midnight at 5 o’clock in the evening. 

As of right now we’re still having chilly mornings and evenings so I won’t put away all my winter clothing right away,  but I’ve already had shorts on and sleeveless shirts and dresses.  I thought about getting something new for Easter, but truly, my closet is full so I’ll just wear something I’ve got in there.

They said we’re going to be experiencing record heat for the next couple of weeks, but I won’t be complaining.  I love it when it gets hot out.  Soon the pool will be warm enough to swim in and that is always there if we need to cool off.  

Meanwhile I’ll be enjoying these lovely days and soaking in the sun rays. 

I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday! 

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it’s a rebirth of the spirit

Toni Sorenson 

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

14,143.for Spring 

14,144.for longer days of sunlight 

14,145.for warmer days

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

 

Spring is the time of plans an projects.

Leo Tolstoy 

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma