Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Brrr! It is in the fifties and sunny, but the wind is blowing which makes the temps seem even colder! The oak trees are still shedding and the porch has a hundred acorns on it even though it was cleaned off Monday. Oh, well, the cleaning does not last! I like the way my yard men "rake" the yard with their blowers. They blow everything in the driveway and get a big pile, then rake the piles into the dumpster. A lot less time and effort than raking by hand and bagging! And the lawn looks pretty good afterwards.
Well, I got my ironing done yesterday! I had been putting it off for about three weeks and decided not to procrastinate any more, so I spent about twenty minutes away from a book , (I enjoy reading) just long enough to get a big task finished. Of course, I will have more ironing after I do laundry today, but that's life!
I went to the park after running a couple errands, and saw more alien cars there, that is, from the northern states...Maine, , New York, several local cars and of course, Ontario. Lots of ibis were about and the squirrels were fat and sassy. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
John 15:5-9
Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me,
and I , in them, will produce much fruit, for apart from me, you
can do nothing. Anyone who parts from me, is thrown away like a
useless branch, and withers. Such branches are gathered up into
a pile to be burned, but if you stay joined to me , and my words
remain in you, you may ask any request you like and it will be
granted! My true disciples produce much fruit. This brings much
glory to my Father!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Jogging thru Jeremiah
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! After the rain brought another cold front in last night, the temp is cooler than I like it, but once again, the heat is on. My indoor thermometer says 68 inside and only up to 60 outside! That is ideal for some, but too cool for these old bones!
My cleaning ladies came yesterday, instead of the usual Wednesday, because Cheryl is having her second cataract surgery today. She is amazed at what a difference seeing well does for her! She has to wear sunglasses, now, but did not before, because the brightness bothers her.
We were discussing the man who came to my door about five minutes after I arrived home Monday and had closed the garage door right away, something I don't usually do. He rang the doorbell and pounded on the door. I could see who it was out the window and was hesitant to open the door, but did, after he pounded again. He looked like a homeless man with scruffy clothes and gray in his curly black beard, Right away, he started talking about being new in the neighborhood, the economy, etc, etc, then asked for work and finally food. I told him sorry, no, and shut the door. I did not have a good feeling about him. Cheryl was watching from across the street and said there were two men; both walking down the street concentrating on this side. I saw no car, and had not noticed anything unusual when I drove in, so, anyway, they are gone! All agreed, I should not have opened the door. Lesson learned!
On a happier note, I drove to the park and saw the happy squirrels zipping around the trees seemingly without a care, and a flock of ibis pecking their way along the ground. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jeremiah 29:11-13
For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not
for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will
listen. If you look for me in earnest, you will find me when you seek me. I will be
found by you", says the Lord.
I always give thanks for you. remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My cleaning ladies came yesterday, instead of the usual Wednesday, because Cheryl is having her second cataract surgery today. She is amazed at what a difference seeing well does for her! She has to wear sunglasses, now, but did not before, because the brightness bothers her.
We were discussing the man who came to my door about five minutes after I arrived home Monday and had closed the garage door right away, something I don't usually do. He rang the doorbell and pounded on the door. I could see who it was out the window and was hesitant to open the door, but did, after he pounded again. He looked like a homeless man with scruffy clothes and gray in his curly black beard, Right away, he started talking about being new in the neighborhood, the economy, etc, etc, then asked for work and finally food. I told him sorry, no, and shut the door. I did not have a good feeling about him. Cheryl was watching from across the street and said there were two men; both walking down the street concentrating on this side. I saw no car, and had not noticed anything unusual when I drove in, so, anyway, they are gone! All agreed, I should not have opened the door. Lesson learned!
On a happier note, I drove to the park and saw the happy squirrels zipping around the trees seemingly without a care, and a flock of ibis pecking their way along the ground. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jeremiah 29:11-13
For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not
for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will
listen. If you look for me in earnest, you will find me when you seek me. I will be
found by you", says the Lord.
I always give thanks for you. remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, January 13, 2014
Worry
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Seems like our weather is up and down...yesterday was sunny and just a little cool but today is chilly, but still sunshiny! Just right for a lot of folks, even for those whose work takes them outside.
We met our retired interim pastor yesterday, and, of course, there was a reception with cake in between services! Our church people like to eat! I saw some more new faces in the crowd and I don't know how many were at first service, but I have a lot of gratitude and respect for all the volunteers who are giving service in any capacity needed, while we are searching for a new pastor. We are blessed with talented people!
I visited the park over the weekend and saw the large gopher tortoise, hurrying on all fours to a spot overgrown near the drive.I don't often see them walking, since they are usually nibbling as the meander along. They look as comical as gators with their short legs. A lot of people were out and I thought there must have been a celebration under the shelter, but no one was there, so the boardwalk must have been crowded with people walking and enjoying the beautiful day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
What do I do with the problems that worry me?
Psalm 55:22 Give your burdens to the Lord and he will take care of you. He will not
permit the godly to slip and fall.
Philippians 4:6 Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God
what you need, and thank him for all he has done.
1 Peter 5:7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about what happens
to you.
Prayers and a godly perspective drive worry from our minds and hearts. Peace
comes when we pray, release all our cares to the Lord, and focus our minds
on the promise of God.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
We met our retired interim pastor yesterday, and, of course, there was a reception with cake in between services! Our church people like to eat! I saw some more new faces in the crowd and I don't know how many were at first service, but I have a lot of gratitude and respect for all the volunteers who are giving service in any capacity needed, while we are searching for a new pastor. We are blessed with talented people!
I visited the park over the weekend and saw the large gopher tortoise, hurrying on all fours to a spot overgrown near the drive.I don't often see them walking, since they are usually nibbling as the meander along. They look as comical as gators with their short legs. A lot of people were out and I thought there must have been a celebration under the shelter, but no one was there, so the boardwalk must have been crowded with people walking and enjoying the beautiful day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
What do I do with the problems that worry me?
Psalm 55:22 Give your burdens to the Lord and he will take care of you. He will not
permit the godly to slip and fall.
Philippians 4:6 Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God
what you need, and thank him for all he has done.
1 Peter 5:7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about what happens
to you.
Prayers and a godly perspective drive worry from our minds and hearts. Peace
comes when we pray, release all our cares to the Lord, and focus our minds
on the promise of God.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, January 10, 2014
Easin' thru Ephesians
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! What a difference a day makes! While yesterday was overcast and rainy nearly all day, today there are few clouds and the sun is bright! It has also warmed up and the temp is in the low seventies and will climb higher this afternoon. According to the weatherman, there was a heavy fog bank early today, but no sign of it now.
Since it was such a gloomy day yesterday, I saw no need for going out, so I stayed busy with reading, and doing a few chores, and listening to the phone ring numerous times. Since Christmas, the soliciting calls have started up again. I am so glad I have caller ID!
I have to be out and about today with two appointments scheduled, so I will find out the results of the tests I had done last week! When the tech. was doing the ultrasound of my heart, I could hear the swish, thump of the heartbeat, and I told the lady, I was fearfully and wonderfully made.She just said, "Hmmm." I don't think she knew I was quoting from Psalms. But God is wonderfully good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-
Paul's Prayer for Spiritual Empowering
When I think of the wisdom and scope of God's plan I fall to my knees and pray to
the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his
glorious, unlimited resources, he will give you mighty, inner strength through his
Holy Spirit. And I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts
as you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God's marvelous
love. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love really is. May you experience the love of Christ. though it is so great you will never fully understand it . Then you will be filled with the fullness of life and the power that comes from God.
Now glory be to God! By the mighty power at work within us, he is able to accomplish
infinitely more than we could ever dare to ask or hope. May he be given glory in
the church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever through countless ages. Amen.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Since it was such a gloomy day yesterday, I saw no need for going out, so I stayed busy with reading, and doing a few chores, and listening to the phone ring numerous times. Since Christmas, the soliciting calls have started up again. I am so glad I have caller ID!
I have to be out and about today with two appointments scheduled, so I will find out the results of the tests I had done last week! When the tech. was doing the ultrasound of my heart, I could hear the swish, thump of the heartbeat, and I told the lady, I was fearfully and wonderfully made.She just said, "Hmmm." I don't think she knew I was quoting from Psalms. But God is wonderfully good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-
Paul's Prayer for Spiritual Empowering
When I think of the wisdom and scope of God's plan I fall to my knees and pray to
the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his
glorious, unlimited resources, he will give you mighty, inner strength through his
Holy Spirit. And I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts
as you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God's marvelous
love. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love really is. May you experience the love of Christ. though it is so great you will never fully understand it . Then you will be filled with the fullness of life and the power that comes from God.
Now glory be to God! By the mighty power at work within us, he is able to accomplish
infinitely more than we could ever dare to ask or hope. May he be given glory in
the church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever through countless ages. Amen.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Easin' thru Ephesians
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! The rain is dripping off the roof and the shower ended just a few minutes ago. The porch was wet when I retrieved the Times, so we also had a shower during the night. This is all good, because we still need the rain.
My crape myrtle, which was trimmed drastically a couple months ago, has healthy, shiny shoots growing from the top, so I think it will have many blooms, this spring and summer. I don't know what is the right time to prune, but the school near me, just trimmed their crape myrtle trees a couple weeks ago. But they always thrive and bloom beautifully with lovely white flowers!
I have mentioned this before, but once again, it is a pleasure to drive by Dolin's Nursery, because they have planted another profusion of flowers along the curb, and they are such a bright contrast to the busy street full of cars! A feast for the eyes!
I noticed, when I was shopping the other day, that another osprey is building a nest on the pole in the parking lot between Publix and CVS. I saw the bird sitting on top of the pole the windy day we had that brought the front in. Maybe he was trying to hold the very messy twigs in place!
I drove to the park yesterday and saw a few more people than the day before, because the weather has warmed up and school is back in session. I watched a great white heron carefully fishing from the place where the gator likes to sun. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:8-10
God saved you by his special favor when you believed. And you can't take
credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good
things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God's
masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do
the great things He planned for us long ago...
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My crape myrtle, which was trimmed drastically a couple months ago, has healthy, shiny shoots growing from the top, so I think it will have many blooms, this spring and summer. I don't know what is the right time to prune, but the school near me, just trimmed their crape myrtle trees a couple weeks ago. But they always thrive and bloom beautifully with lovely white flowers!
I have mentioned this before, but once again, it is a pleasure to drive by Dolin's Nursery, because they have planted another profusion of flowers along the curb, and they are such a bright contrast to the busy street full of cars! A feast for the eyes!
I noticed, when I was shopping the other day, that another osprey is building a nest on the pole in the parking lot between Publix and CVS. I saw the bird sitting on top of the pole the windy day we had that brought the front in. Maybe he was trying to hold the very messy twigs in place!
I drove to the park yesterday and saw a few more people than the day before, because the weather has warmed up and school is back in session. I watched a great white heron carefully fishing from the place where the gator likes to sun. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:8-10
God saved you by his special favor when you believed. And you can't take
credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good
things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God's
masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do
the great things He planned for us long ago...
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Cruisin' thru Colossians
Good late morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! I have been lazy so far, having a late breakfast and taking my time doing things. The day is overcast and the temp is in the upper forties, so the house is still chilly, even though the heat is on. Could be because I am not moving very much!
I had a nice visit from my friend, David, yesterday, which was much appreciated, and we had a good chat catching up. Friends are the best!
One of my cleaning ladies is having cataract surgery today, so I told her I would pray for her that all goes well and she would recover quickly. Yesterday I kept an appointment with my doc. and shortly after I arrived the nurse came out and told me that the computer was down and while it was being worked on, they had no idea when or if, it would be fixed. Therefore, since the records are totally on the PC now, the Dr. cannot see a patient's history. That is one big disadvantage to having everything on computer, now. I rescheduled for Friday. Hopefully, everything will be healed by then! (Meaning the doc's computer.) This was just a check-up for me.
So, I went shopping at CVS, and then to the park, which was almost deserted, because the wind was quite chilly, as was the temp. I did not see even one squirrel, which is very unusual, but saw an egret and that was all the wildlife visible! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 4:12-15
Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves, you must
clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy. Kindness, humility, gentleness
and patience. You must make allowance for each other's faults and forgive
the person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must
forgive others. And the most important piece of clothing you must wear
is love. Love is what binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the
peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one
body you are all called to live in peace. And always be thankful.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I had a nice visit from my friend, David, yesterday, which was much appreciated, and we had a good chat catching up. Friends are the best!
One of my cleaning ladies is having cataract surgery today, so I told her I would pray for her that all goes well and she would recover quickly. Yesterday I kept an appointment with my doc. and shortly after I arrived the nurse came out and told me that the computer was down and while it was being worked on, they had no idea when or if, it would be fixed. Therefore, since the records are totally on the PC now, the Dr. cannot see a patient's history. That is one big disadvantage to having everything on computer, now. I rescheduled for Friday. Hopefully, everything will be healed by then! (Meaning the doc's computer.) This was just a check-up for me.
So, I went shopping at CVS, and then to the park, which was almost deserted, because the wind was quite chilly, as was the temp. I did not see even one squirrel, which is very unusual, but saw an egret and that was all the wildlife visible! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 4:12-15
Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves, you must
clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy. Kindness, humility, gentleness
and patience. You must make allowance for each other's faults and forgive
the person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must
forgive others. And the most important piece of clothing you must wear
is love. Love is what binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the
peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one
body you are all called to live in peace. And always be thankful.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Zipping thru Zephania
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Well, my hands are so cold, I can hardly type and gloves are too clumsy. I was warm and cozy last night, though, because I had layers of blankets over me and a warm sheet blanket under me! My thermometer says 42 outside and 65 inside, so I turned up the thermostat a while ago, to try to get the temp up to 70, at least!
I should have gone outside yesterday morning, when the sun was shining and the temp was 70. That did not last long, though, as the clouds rolled in and the winds brought steadily colder weather.
I did not stay up to watch the big game last night, instead going to bed at half time, afraid that Auburn was going to win, because the Noles made so many mistakes. But I was surprised when I looked at the headlines and saw that they pulled it out and the Noles won! Tim Tebow made his debut as an analyst for ESPN and he predicted the score to be Noles 35-Auburn 31. He was one point off! I thought he did a pretty good job for the first time!
My yard guys were here yesterday and mowed and blew off all the leaves, but due to the wind, just a half hour after they left, the porch was full again! Oh, well, God is still good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Zephania 3:17
Cheer up, Zion! Don't be afraid! For the Lord your God has arrived to live among you.
He is a mighty savior. He will rejoice over you with great gladness. With his love,
he will calm all your fears. He will exult over you by singing a happy song."
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I should have gone outside yesterday morning, when the sun was shining and the temp was 70. That did not last long, though, as the clouds rolled in and the winds brought steadily colder weather.
I did not stay up to watch the big game last night, instead going to bed at half time, afraid that Auburn was going to win, because the Noles made so many mistakes. But I was surprised when I looked at the headlines and saw that they pulled it out and the Noles won! Tim Tebow made his debut as an analyst for ESPN and he predicted the score to be Noles 35-Auburn 31. He was one point off! I thought he did a pretty good job for the first time!
My yard guys were here yesterday and mowed and blew off all the leaves, but due to the wind, just a half hour after they left, the porch was full again! Oh, well, God is still good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Zephania 3:17
Cheer up, Zion! Don't be afraid! For the Lord your God has arrived to live among you.
He is a mighty savior. He will rejoice over you with great gladness. With his love,
he will calm all your fears. He will exult over you by singing a happy song."
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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