For Friday, July 10th, 2026

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

FRIDAY, JULY 10TH, 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:   6:39 am

 Sunset:   8:35  

pm

Life is a special occasion !

Hallmark

Today is Don’t Step On a Bee Day which reminds us all how critical the role of bees play in our ecosystem.  These insects pollinate our food, produce honey and maintain biodeversity. 

Make sure to walk carefully in grassy areas especially barefoot. Plant native pollinator friendly flowers to provide food and habituate for bees.

Human beekeeping has be practiced since the times of Ancient Egypt and Greece. This holiday was created by Thomas and Ruth Roy and is particularly celebrated in the U. S. and the United Kingdom. Celebrate today and enjoy some delicious honey!

                                                                                                                                                                                                  

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

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

I have a huge belief in the importance of bees, not just for their honey, which is a healing and delicious food, but the necessity of bee colonies are vital to the health of the planet,

Trudie Styler

When I used to visit my grandparents on the farm, I would get to watch my grandfather collect the honey from the bee hives he kept. They always had honey on the table.  My grandfather would mix his honey and butter and spread it on his biscuits. It was delicious. 

Honey is very good for us.  It can suppress coughs, help heal minor burns and wounds and provides antitoxidants.  However, it is primarily sugar so it should be used in moderation.

It can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.  It’s a healthy nutritious and natural food that accelerates tissue regeneration, reduces inflammation and replaces table sugar to improve diabetes management. 

When I have a cup of hot tea I always put some honey in it.  It’s very soothing. Enjoy some delicious and nutritious honey today and don’t step on any bees !

I hope you all have a FANTASTIC Friday! 

COUNTING MY GIFTS

The bee is more honored than other animals, not because she labors, but because she labors for others.

Saint  John Chrysostom

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

14,470. for honey bees 

 14,471.  for nutritious honey 

14,472. for great memories of days on the farm 

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

 

Words are like bees, some create honey and others leave a sting.

Author Unknown

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma