For Monday, July 13th, 2026

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

MONDAY, JULY 13TH, 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:   6:41 am

 Sunset:   8:34  

pm

Sorry no pictures today ! 

Life is a special occasion !

Hallmark

Today is National Beans ’N Franks Day which celebrates a summertime dish that’s delicious and easy to make. They are also known as Beanie Weenies and are made with baked beans, frankfurters and spices.

Baked beans were one of the first canned food convenience foods, dating all the way back to the Civil War. The popularty of hot dogs made Beans ’n Frank a staple for many U.S.families. 

Celebrate today with some delicious Beans ’n Franks! Enjoy!   

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

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

Homemade Franks and Beans, or beanie weenies, is a classic family friendly meal made on the stove.

Beans and Franks are one of my favorite meals.  It’s so easy to fix and is delicious.  I always spice my beans up with some dry mustard, ketchup and a dash of worcestershire sauce.  I used to put in some brown sugar, but it’s not really needed and I shouldn’t have it anyway.

You can buy cans of Beans and Weiners already made, but I prefer to make my own.  I cut some hot dogs up, fry them a bit and add the beans and spices.  Those cans of ready made are more expensive than making your own. 

I also made a dish that had hot dogs layered on the bottom.  I’d make a slice in each hot dog and add some sliced pickle and a piece of cheese to  each and then cover with a can of baked beans and bake for 30 minutes or until the beans were bubbly.  We all loved it.  

Of course you could also grill some hot dogs and serve them with a side of baked beans.  That was always a favorite barbecue dish of mine. Hot dogs and beans just seem to go together!

  

After some welcome rain here over the weekend, all looks nice and green outside and the flowers are blooming!  

I hope you all have a GREAT start to this new week!  Happy Monday! 

COUNTING MY GIFTS

You are the wiener to my baked beans; we just fit perfectly together.

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

14,479. for some delicious beans and weiners for dinner

 14,480.  for convenience foods in a can 

14,481. for picnics and barbecues 

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

 

Substitute hot dogs for bacon and you have Beanie Weenies.

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma