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! Once again we had a late evening shower, one I was not even aware of, until I went into the garage and noticed that everything was wet outside. Then, later on, I hear the rain coming down pretty hard and thunder in the distance, But, meanwhile, we have lots of sunshine. and not much breeze yet.
One thing I like about the summer rain storms...there are such beautiful cloud formations; very high, white whipped cream clouds piled on top of each other! Breathtaking!
The dozen or so mangoes on the tree next door are getting big and ripening. Now some mangoes do not taste so good, but depending on the variety, some are delicious. My late Uncle, retired" down to Matlacha to raise a rare variety of Mangoes, and soon found himself back in the nursery business! A short retirement!
The water is still high in the Park and trash wrapped around the short poles on the weir, from where the water was so high and rushing over the pavement. Not many people were visible, nor were many cars parked, but it was mid afternoon and very hot. But, as always, God is good!
From the little book of devotions Knowing God:
Do not worry about anything,
but pray and ask God for everything you need,
always giving thanks,
Philippians 4:6 NCV
In the game of life, you win some, and you lose some.
Life is risky business; you live in an uncertain world,
a world in which trouble may come calling at any moment.
No wonder you may find yourself feeling a little panicky at times.
So you sometimes spend more time worrying about a problem
than you spend solving it? If so, here's a strategy for dealing
with your worries. Take them to God. Take your troubles
to Him. Take your fears to Him. Take your doubts to Him.
Take your weaknesses to Him. Take your sorrows to Him. And
leave them all there.
God is the Rock that cannot be moved. When you build your
life upon that Rock, you have absolutely no need to worry...
not now, not ever.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers
with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Monday, July 8, 2013
Paul's Thanksgiving
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! Lots of sunshine this morning, but we had rain later last night, so we remain very wet.
My yard man is working now, because he thought it was dry enough that his mower would not leave wheel marks in the grass. The water is really flowing in the gutter. I looked at it last night and watched it for a few minutes. No telling when it will dry up!
But it was just a few months ago that I was talking about the dry earth and how badly we needed rain! God sent it!
Well, the cute little bunny is still hanging around. Friday he was sitting, almost hidden, among the azaleas. I have no idea where the family lives, but there are the same ones across the street, or maybe there is a huge family of bunnies around here!
We have lots of butterflies, too, and they are really pretty. I was in the park over the weekend, and the canal is full. I saw an anhinga, a white egret, and on the way home, a woodstork slowing ambling up the side of Lynch Lake. That was a bit unusual, because they usually hang around in the winter! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 1:9-10
So we have continued praying for you ever since we first heard
about you. We ask God to give you a complete understanding
of what he wants to give you in your lives, and we ask him to
make you wise with spiritual wisdom. Then the way you live
will always honor and please the Lord, and you will continually
do good, kind things for others. All the while you will learn
to know God better and better....
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My yard man is working now, because he thought it was dry enough that his mower would not leave wheel marks in the grass. The water is really flowing in the gutter. I looked at it last night and watched it for a few minutes. No telling when it will dry up!
But it was just a few months ago that I was talking about the dry earth and how badly we needed rain! God sent it!
Well, the cute little bunny is still hanging around. Friday he was sitting, almost hidden, among the azaleas. I have no idea where the family lives, but there are the same ones across the street, or maybe there is a huge family of bunnies around here!
We have lots of butterflies, too, and they are really pretty. I was in the park over the weekend, and the canal is full. I saw an anhinga, a white egret, and on the way home, a woodstork slowing ambling up the side of Lynch Lake. That was a bit unusual, because they usually hang around in the winter! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 1:9-10
So we have continued praying for you ever since we first heard
about you. We ask God to give you a complete understanding
of what he wants to give you in your lives, and we ask him to
make you wise with spiritual wisdom. Then the way you live
will always honor and please the Lord, and you will continually
do good, kind things for others. All the while you will learn
to know God better and better....
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, July 5, 2013
Soaring thru Psalm 150
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, it is still morning for another thirty minutes...
I have been outside with the Acme A/C man, for an hour, while he did a thorough job on checking the air and furnace. We have used them for over forty years. Good people!
My yard man came this morning, but consulted with me about the very soggy yard, and I agreed to wait until next week some time, hoping the soil dries out a bit.
I had a quiet 4th, babying my left knee. For some reason it has been cranky for about three days, not wanting to bend without pain. I have no idea what is wrong with it, but hope it gets better soon!
I drove over to the Park about midday, but was surprised to find very few people there. I saw a majestic great white heron peering into the water among the bulrushes. And the ibis were absorbed in their pecking . The water is still very high and rushing along toward the overflow water control at the third bridge. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 150
Praise the Lord!
Praise God in his heavenly dwelling;
praise him in his mighty heavens!
Praise him in his mighty works;
Praise his unequaled greatness!
Praise him with a blast of the trumpet;
praise him with the lyre and harp!
Praise him with the tambourine and dancing,
Praise him with stringed instruments and flutes!
Praise him with the clash of cymbals,
praise him with loud, clanging cymbals!
Let everything that lives, sing praise to the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I have been outside with the Acme A/C man, for an hour, while he did a thorough job on checking the air and furnace. We have used them for over forty years. Good people!
My yard man came this morning, but consulted with me about the very soggy yard, and I agreed to wait until next week some time, hoping the soil dries out a bit.
I had a quiet 4th, babying my left knee. For some reason it has been cranky for about three days, not wanting to bend without pain. I have no idea what is wrong with it, but hope it gets better soon!
I drove over to the Park about midday, but was surprised to find very few people there. I saw a majestic great white heron peering into the water among the bulrushes. And the ibis were absorbed in their pecking . The water is still very high and rushing along toward the overflow water control at the third bridge. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 150
Praise the Lord!
Praise God in his heavenly dwelling;
praise him in his mighty heavens!
Praise him in his mighty works;
Praise his unequaled greatness!
Praise him with a blast of the trumpet;
praise him with the lyre and harp!
Praise him with the tambourine and dancing,
Praise him with stringed instruments and flutes!
Praise him with the clash of cymbals,
praise him with loud, clanging cymbals!
Let everything that lives, sing praise to the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Psoaring thru Psalm 119
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! So far no rain, although the sky is overcast and we will probably be getting showers later on, but meanwhile, it is good to see no rain for a little while.
Come to think of it, we had no rain yesterday, either!
I ran some errands yesterday, and on my way to various places, noted that the retention ponds were all full. We are a wet city! After I finished shopping, I drove into the park, and saw the canal was full almost to overflowing the weir. An anhinga was sitting on the edge with his toes almost in the water. The grass was freshly mowed and the ibis were enjoying the pecking. Also the squirrels were munching all over the grass for acorns newly visible.
The water was flowing swiftly under the first bridge and large groups of lilies were floating on down toward the third bridge, probably to pile up against it. But it is good to see the water so high. God always provides!
Well, the attack cardinal is gone! Yay! No appearance yesterday, and none today, so far. So I guess the next order of business is to get the dirty windows cleaned. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119
Happy are people of integrity,
who follow the law of the Lord.
Happy are those who obey his decrees
and search for him with all their hearts.
They do not compromise with evil,
and they walk only in his paths.
You have charged us to keep your
commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently
reflect your principles!
Then I will not be disgraced
when I compare my life with your commands.
When I learn your righteous laws,
I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your principles.
Please don't give up on me!
I always give thanks for you. remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Come to think of it, we had no rain yesterday, either!
I ran some errands yesterday, and on my way to various places, noted that the retention ponds were all full. We are a wet city! After I finished shopping, I drove into the park, and saw the canal was full almost to overflowing the weir. An anhinga was sitting on the edge with his toes almost in the water. The grass was freshly mowed and the ibis were enjoying the pecking. Also the squirrels were munching all over the grass for acorns newly visible.
The water was flowing swiftly under the first bridge and large groups of lilies were floating on down toward the third bridge, probably to pile up against it. But it is good to see the water so high. God always provides!
Well, the attack cardinal is gone! Yay! No appearance yesterday, and none today, so far. So I guess the next order of business is to get the dirty windows cleaned. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119
Happy are people of integrity,
who follow the law of the Lord.
Happy are those who obey his decrees
and search for him with all their hearts.
They do not compromise with evil,
and they walk only in his paths.
You have charged us to keep your
commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently
reflect your principles!
Then I will not be disgraced
when I compare my life with your commands.
When I learn your righteous laws,
I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your principles.
Please don't give up on me!
I always give thanks for you. remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Psoaring thru Psalm 145
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! I can see patches of blue sky and already there has been sunshine, even though it was raining just before seven AM. Maybe the drippy stuff will move out sooner than predicted!
Although I could have been productive yesterday and cleaned out drawers, I chose to enjoy the rainy day by reading, and finished a book I had started the day before. Don't feel guilty, either!
Even though the attack female cardinal started pecking on the window early yesterday, she took off when the rain started and has not been back. I am cautiously hoping she has given up!
Since I did not take the car out yesterday, I did not get to the park or any place else, but have to run some errands today, as a result.But that's ok, can't be lazy all the time! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 145:13-18
The Lord is faithful in all he says;
he is gracious in all he does.
The Lord helps the fallen
and lifts up those bent beneath their loads.
All eyes look to you for help;
you give them their food as they need it .
When you open your hand,
you satisfy the hunger and thirst of every living thing.
The Lord is righteous is everything he does;
he is filled with kindness.
The Lord is close to all who call on him,
yes to all who call on him sincerely.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Although I could have been productive yesterday and cleaned out drawers, I chose to enjoy the rainy day by reading, and finished a book I had started the day before. Don't feel guilty, either!
Even though the attack female cardinal started pecking on the window early yesterday, she took off when the rain started and has not been back. I am cautiously hoping she has given up!
Since I did not take the car out yesterday, I did not get to the park or any place else, but have to run some errands today, as a result.But that's ok, can't be lazy all the time! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 145:13-18
The Lord is faithful in all he says;
he is gracious in all he does.
The Lord helps the fallen
and lifts up those bent beneath their loads.
All eyes look to you for help;
you give them their food as they need it .
When you open your hand,
you satisfy the hunger and thirst of every living thing.
The Lord is righteous is everything he does;
he is filled with kindness.
The Lord is close to all who call on him,
yes to all who call on him sincerely.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, July 1, 2013
Colossians 4
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 sky is overcast and looks like an early rain. I heard rumbling from thunder and it rained just about all night, so we are very wet! It's good that the earth is so soaked, after the long dry spell.
I drove to church early and was dry...did not take my umbrella, being an optimist, and two and a half hours later, came out to no rain, although it had rained while church was going on. But, wow! Did I run into it on the way home! I could see a solid sheet of rain ahead of me as I neared my house and sure enough, I ran into the downpour!
I had bought new wipers for the car earlier and they got a workout! But, I drove into the garage and stayed dry until the sun came out later in the afternoon and shone until sundown, then the clouds rolled back in and the rains came back.
Well, I made a discovery yesterday. The attack bird is a female cardinal! The reason I did not recognize her at first was because I never saw one up close and from the front before. But, while she was attacking the front window, the male started pecking on the back bedroom . What's up with these two?? My front bedroom windows are full of dirty peck marks and other stuff from her. Bright and early at 6:30 Sunday she was pecking away, and same thing this morning. She has temporarily left, so I guess she must take a coffee break once in a while. Oh, well...
The park is full of water, and lots of people were out walking yesterday. By full of water, I mean the canal , of course. It also has lots of trash from the houses which back up to it from outside the fence. Not much wildlife was visible, but dogs and people were much in view.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 4:12-13
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
and we will rejoice and be glad in it! The sky is overcast and looks like an early rain. I heard rumbling from thunder and it rained just about all night, so we are very wet! It's good that the earth is so soaked, after the long dry spell.
I drove to church early and was dry...did not take my umbrella, being an optimist, and two and a half hours later, came out to no rain, although it had rained while church was going on. But, wow! Did I run into it on the way home! I could see a solid sheet of rain ahead of me as I neared my house and sure enough, I ran into the downpour!
I had bought new wipers for the car earlier and they got a workout! But, I drove into the garage and stayed dry until the sun came out later in the afternoon and shone until sundown, then the clouds rolled back in and the rains came back.
Well, I made a discovery yesterday. The attack bird is a female cardinal! The reason I did not recognize her at first was because I never saw one up close and from the front before. But, while she was attacking the front window, the male started pecking on the back bedroom . What's up with these two?? My front bedroom windows are full of dirty peck marks and other stuff from her. Bright and early at 6:30 Sunday she was pecking away, and same thing this morning. She has temporarily left, so I guess she must take a coffee break once in a while. Oh, well...
The park is full of water, and lots of people were out walking yesterday. By full of water, I mean the canal , of course. It also has lots of trash from the houses which back up to it from outside the fence. Not much wildlife was visible, but dogs and people were much in view.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Colossians 4:12-13
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
Friday, June 28, 2013
A Prayer
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! Although the sun is shining , I think the clouds are gathering and we will probably have rain before long. It rained hard last evening just a little ways from here, but just a sprinkle here. That's good, because we are wet!
Jason came to mow yesterday morning, and said he is catching up from being unable to work due to the rain. The ground is so saturated, the ride on mower left some grooves in the grass by the street. I am sure they will soon fill in, though.
Well, the attack bird is still at it! He's picking on the window in the guest bedroom. Or I should say, "pecking". Seems like most birds spend their time looking for food, but not this one! When My cleaning ladies were here yesterday, Kim got to see him in action and thought it was cute, but if she had to listen to the tapping most of the day, I think she would change her mind!
Other than a trip to Boston Market for my dinner, I did not go out much yesterday, because of the staggered schedules of the yard guy and the cleaning ladies. But, God is good!
A Prayer from a Friend:
Dear Jesus,
I long for my spiritual and physical life to become
such a blend that I cannot separate the two. I also desire
to be a Lighthouse for your love with friends , neighbors
and extended family. I want to be able to do more for
others than what I can accomplish on my own. I am so
thankful for how I have been pulled out of the darkness
and into the light. I am so thankful that You regenerate
and prepare me for each day . What an awesome thought
to know that I am your brother -and God's child. I so desire
to receive power and direction from You in sharing hope
and direction with other people. I come to Uou and give You
my life today-seeking the love, power,and majesty of the
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Jason came to mow yesterday morning, and said he is catching up from being unable to work due to the rain. The ground is so saturated, the ride on mower left some grooves in the grass by the street. I am sure they will soon fill in, though.
Well, the attack bird is still at it! He's picking on the window in the guest bedroom. Or I should say, "pecking". Seems like most birds spend their time looking for food, but not this one! When My cleaning ladies were here yesterday, Kim got to see him in action and thought it was cute, but if she had to listen to the tapping most of the day, I think she would change her mind!
Other than a trip to Boston Market for my dinner, I did not go out much yesterday, because of the staggered schedules of the yard guy and the cleaning ladies. But, God is good!
A Prayer from a Friend:
Dear Jesus,
I long for my spiritual and physical life to become
such a blend that I cannot separate the two. I also desire
to be a Lighthouse for your love with friends , neighbors
and extended family. I want to be able to do more for
others than what I can accomplish on my own. I am so
thankful for how I have been pulled out of the darkness
and into the light. I am so thankful that You regenerate
and prepare me for each day . What an awesome thought
to know that I am your brother -and God's child. I so desire
to receive power and direction from You in sharing hope
and direction with other people. I come to Uou and give You
my life today-seeking the love, power,and majesty of the
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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