Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! Well it is morning for another two minutes. I was going to skip this blog today, since I am lazy because of the rain and dark skies...a good day for a cup of tea and a good book.
I keep getting weather bulletins on my iphone and TV when I have it on, so it looks like a wet afternoon, but I am not so sure it will be this wet tomorrow.
I was concerned about the garbage man getting wet when he came to get my dumpster, but he had a nice, big umbrella and walked back and forth without getting too soaked. I told the city people I only need one pickup a week, so Monday is the day. It was kinda strange. Last week I noticed another triangle painted in the street right next to the original. I didn't see any need for two of them, which indicate that the garbage and recycle bins need to be carted down and back, so...a couple days later the second triangle was painted over! As I said, strange.
Well, the new carpeting is down in the church. I don't know who picked it out, but it reminds me of waves. It is textured with aqua blue and grayish stripes running through it. My walker had to be pushed to run over the sculpture outline. It is pretty, though and I could only faintly smell the newness. Also, the gathering rooms are finished and people were sitting at the small tables and enjoying cake, when I walked in. A nice way to get friends out of the walkway.
We are having a really good sermon series on Praying, which I really need. I am always happy to learn as much about prayer as I can.
When I drove by Lynch Lake yesterday, I did not see any ducks or other wild life! Amazing, because there are always ducks there! Oh, well, God is good!
The following is an old poem, or saying that I clipped from A Dear Abby column several years ago;
Take time to work,
it is the price of success.
Take time to think,
It is the source of power.
Take time to play,
It is the secret of perpetual youth.
Take time to read,
it is the foundation of wisdom.
Take time to be friendly.
It is the road to happiness.
Take time to love and be loved,
It is the privilege of the gods.
Take time to share,
Live is too short to be selfish.
Take time to laugh.
Laughter is the music of the soul.
( and I add)
Take time to pray!
This is the source of power!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy,
and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, June 6, 2016
Friday, June 3, 2016
Happy National Donut Day!
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! More hot weather with the threat of rain this afternoon is the prediction for today! And I am still hearing that we will have a rainy Monday and Tues. next week. I have appointments both days, so I may have to cancel. Not only do I not want to drive in the rain, but I haven't figured out how to hold an umbrella and my walker at the same time. This is also a problem at church, which is why I got sprinkled on last Sunday.
After a trip to CVS yesterday afternoon, I drove to PDQ to pick up a salad and zucchini fries, got home and consumed half of the large salad and half of the fries, then was ready to put them in the fridge. Well, I got the fries in, but the top was not securely on the salad, so it flipped lettuce, cranberries, carrots, spinach, etc down the bag in the walker and on the floor! It took me about twenty minutes to clean it all up and then use my Swiffer mop to get the dressing and stuff cleaned off the floor. I mourn the salad, because it was good!
I will try to get out and go to the Publix today, because I need fruit and veggies. I heard on the market report today about the online ordering for grocery delivery and how it has caught on, even with Walmart. Hmmm. I see possibilities! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jude 26
A Prayer of Praise
And now, all glory to God, who is able to
keep you from stumbling, and who will bring
you into his glorious presence innocent of sin
and with great joy. All glory to him, who alone
is God our Savior, through Jesus Christ, our
Lord, Yes, glory, majesty, power, and authority
belong to him, in the beginning, now and forevermore.
Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
After a trip to CVS yesterday afternoon, I drove to PDQ to pick up a salad and zucchini fries, got home and consumed half of the large salad and half of the fries, then was ready to put them in the fridge. Well, I got the fries in, but the top was not securely on the salad, so it flipped lettuce, cranberries, carrots, spinach, etc down the bag in the walker and on the floor! It took me about twenty minutes to clean it all up and then use my Swiffer mop to get the dressing and stuff cleaned off the floor. I mourn the salad, because it was good!
I will try to get out and go to the Publix today, because I need fruit and veggies. I heard on the market report today about the online ordering for grocery delivery and how it has caught on, even with Walmart. Hmmm. I see possibilities! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jude 26
A Prayer of Praise
And now, all glory to God, who is able to
keep you from stumbling, and who will bring
you into his glorious presence innocent of sin
and with great joy. All glory to him, who alone
is God our Savior, through Jesus Christ, our
Lord, Yes, glory, majesty, power, and authority
belong to him, in the beginning, now and forevermore.
Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Psoaring thru Psalms
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, I hope we don't have another thunderstorm like we had yesterday evening. Wow! What a lot of thunder cracks and booms and lights flickering, and finally going off for a minute! I was having my dinner during all this, but I kept jumping at the loud booms! It lasted about thirty minutes and the rain just poured! That's enough of that!
Earlier in the afternoon, I had taken one of my Amish quilts to the cleaners and then took "a road less traveled" by me, and discovered a whole neighborhood of new houses I had never seen before! Seems like there is always something new, even though these particular houses could have been there for two or three years. I just never had occasion to use that street before.
I was watching the news this morning about another Allegiant plane that had to abort it flight to NY and come back to ST.Pete Clearwater airport because of engine difficulties. The hundred and sixty passengers had to remain on the plane for a couple hours; first, because they had to circle for an hour using up fuel and then on the ground while mechanics investigated the problem. That airlines has had more than its share of problems lately.
I took a ride through the Park on my way home yesterday and saw very few people out and about. I spied one anhinga on the weir and the usual squirrels, but everything was quiet and peaceful. One table was crowded with a lot of young people standing around talking and planning something it looked like.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:17,18 23-24
How precious are your thoughts about me, O God!
They are innumerable!
I can't even count them;
they outnumber the grains of sand!
And when I wake up in the morning,
you are still with me!
Search me, O God, and know my heart;
test me and know my thoughts.
Point out anything in me that offends you,
and lead me along the path of
everlasting life.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Earlier in the afternoon, I had taken one of my Amish quilts to the cleaners and then took "a road less traveled" by me, and discovered a whole neighborhood of new houses I had never seen before! Seems like there is always something new, even though these particular houses could have been there for two or three years. I just never had occasion to use that street before.
I was watching the news this morning about another Allegiant plane that had to abort it flight to NY and come back to ST.Pete Clearwater airport because of engine difficulties. The hundred and sixty passengers had to remain on the plane for a couple hours; first, because they had to circle for an hour using up fuel and then on the ground while mechanics investigated the problem. That airlines has had more than its share of problems lately.
I took a ride through the Park on my way home yesterday and saw very few people out and about. I spied one anhinga on the weir and the usual squirrels, but everything was quiet and peaceful. One table was crowded with a lot of young people standing around talking and planning something it looked like.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:17,18 23-24
How precious are your thoughts about me, O God!
They are innumerable!
I can't even count them;
they outnumber the grains of sand!
And when I wake up in the morning,
you are still with me!
Search me, O God, and know my heart;
test me and know my thoughts.
Point out anything in me that offends you,
and lead me along the path of
everlasting life.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Psoaring thru Psalms
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, the prediction is for temps in the nineties for the rest of the week so I am very glad my A/C is working in the house and in the van!
Also today is the start of hurricane season! So Happy June First!
I forgot to mention that when I opened the garage door to put my flag up Monday, I was startled to see a large dog looking at me just outside the door. She looked to be a boxer mix and seemed to be very intelligent. I spoke to her and she cocked her head, trying to understand , but, being cautious, I did not approach her. Instead, I slowly walked backwards and closed the door. Then she started barking, so I went into the house and looked out the window to see she had turned around and was announcing to the neighborhood how rude I was to close the door in her face. After a few minutes, she went across the street and sniffed around the neighbor's yard, following the trail of their dog. Then off she went trotting down the street woofing all the way. She had no collar or tag that I could see, so I don't know where she belongs. I finally got the flag out.
Those of you on Facebook may notice a memory from six years ago, of me riding a Sea-Doo behind David Massey. He and Gil took me on some "great adventures" after Louis had passed away, which included motorcycle rides and one on the Sea-doo. I was so grateful to them for the relaxation that brought after years of caregiving! Good times with good friends! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 52:8,9
But I am like an olive tree,
thriving in the house of God.
I trust in God's unfailing love
forever and ever.
I will praise you forever, O God.
for what you have done.
I will wait for your mercies
in the presence of your people.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving ,joy, and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Also today is the start of hurricane season! So Happy June First!
I forgot to mention that when I opened the garage door to put my flag up Monday, I was startled to see a large dog looking at me just outside the door. She looked to be a boxer mix and seemed to be very intelligent. I spoke to her and she cocked her head, trying to understand , but, being cautious, I did not approach her. Instead, I slowly walked backwards and closed the door. Then she started barking, so I went into the house and looked out the window to see she had turned around and was announcing to the neighborhood how rude I was to close the door in her face. After a few minutes, she went across the street and sniffed around the neighbor's yard, following the trail of their dog. Then off she went trotting down the street woofing all the way. She had no collar or tag that I could see, so I don't know where she belongs. I finally got the flag out.
Those of you on Facebook may notice a memory from six years ago, of me riding a Sea-Doo behind David Massey. He and Gil took me on some "great adventures" after Louis had passed away, which included motorcycle rides and one on the Sea-doo. I was so grateful to them for the relaxation that brought after years of caregiving! Good times with good friends! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 52:8,9
But I am like an olive tree,
thriving in the house of God.
I trust in God's unfailing love
forever and ever.
I will praise you forever, O God.
for what you have done.
I will wait for your mercies
in the presence of your people.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving ,joy, and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Teaching About 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! Except for a thunderstorm now and then, it was a good long weekend. The sun was really hot when Brian and I went to Bay Pines cemetery on Sat.but I am glad we drove out at that time, because Sunday was rainy.
We had lunch at Panera and then stopped and bought flowers and took them out to Louis' grave. It was such a moving sight to see the hundreds or more flags waving in the wind; some with flowers but many of the older ones, with no one left to remember them. Sen. Bill Young's grave always has a special remembrance marking it. That cemetery is a special place and is always taken care of.
Sunday, as Pastor Kevin was preaching, the rain started coming down on the roof, which gets very loud; so much so, that it stopped his preaching momentarily, as that is the first time since he came that we have had rain during a sermon. It was funny how he was distracted, but it did not take from his message and he carried right on! It had not completely stopped when it was time for me to go to the car, It is difficult to wheel the walker and hold an umbrella, so I never carry one. I was parked under the oaks, and of course, they were dripping, but I did not get too wet! At least the car got washed!
I watched the salute to Memorial Day program on PBS Sunday evening, and even though it was raining in Wash. D.C. it was a tremendous presentation!
After doing a few chores around the house yesterday, I decided to be bold and go to Sonny's for a barbeque dinner. They have a drive thru, so I ordered chicken and pulled pork with sides, and have so much left over that I will have a couple more meals. Beans, cole slaw and pot. salad!
Yum! And garlic bread, of course!
As I was on my way to church, Sunday, I drove around Lynch Lake and saw a roseate spoonbill in the middle of a couple ibis. So Pretty and pink! My favorite! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 6:24-33
When you pray, don't babble on and on as
people of other religions do. They think their
prayers are answered only by repeating their
words again and again. Don't be like them.
because your Father knows exactly what you
need even before you ask him!
Pray like this:
Our Father in heaven.
may your name be honored.
May your Kingdom come soon.
May your will be done here on earth,
just as it is in heaven.
Give us our food for today,
and forgive our sins,
just as we have forgiven those who
have sinned against us.
And don't let us yield to temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
We had lunch at Panera and then stopped and bought flowers and took them out to Louis' grave. It was such a moving sight to see the hundreds or more flags waving in the wind; some with flowers but many of the older ones, with no one left to remember them. Sen. Bill Young's grave always has a special remembrance marking it. That cemetery is a special place and is always taken care of.
Sunday, as Pastor Kevin was preaching, the rain started coming down on the roof, which gets very loud; so much so, that it stopped his preaching momentarily, as that is the first time since he came that we have had rain during a sermon. It was funny how he was distracted, but it did not take from his message and he carried right on! It had not completely stopped when it was time for me to go to the car, It is difficult to wheel the walker and hold an umbrella, so I never carry one. I was parked under the oaks, and of course, they were dripping, but I did not get too wet! At least the car got washed!
I watched the salute to Memorial Day program on PBS Sunday evening, and even though it was raining in Wash. D.C. it was a tremendous presentation!
After doing a few chores around the house yesterday, I decided to be bold and go to Sonny's for a barbeque dinner. They have a drive thru, so I ordered chicken and pulled pork with sides, and have so much left over that I will have a couple more meals. Beans, cole slaw and pot. salad!
Yum! And garlic bread, of course!
As I was on my way to church, Sunday, I drove around Lynch Lake and saw a roseate spoonbill in the middle of a couple ibis. So Pretty and pink! My favorite! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 6:24-33
When you pray, don't babble on and on as
people of other religions do. They think their
prayers are answered only by repeating their
words again and again. Don't be like them.
because your Father knows exactly what you
need even before you ask him!
Pray like this:
Our Father in heaven.
may your name be honored.
May your Kingdom come soon.
May your will be done here on earth,
just as it is in heaven.
Give us our food for today,
and forgive our sins,
just as we have forgiven those who
have sinned against us.
And don't let us yield to temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, May 27, 2016
David's Song of Praise
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! We have another beautiful day and the weekend will be the same according to the predictions. That will be a good thing, since it is a holiday weekend. A day for remembering all the fallen service people who have protected us in the past and present.
The National Cemeteries are always decorated with flags; each grave with a small flag placed precisely in the center of the stone. I have one in Bay Pines National Cemetery and one at the National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas....
Well, I guess a lot of people are sad that the Bolts lost last night. I was disappointed, but only got interested in hockey this year. I don't understand a lot of it, but it really is fast moving compared to football and baseball! While I am still interested in the Rays, since Kevin Kiermaier is hurt, it's kind of a let down without him. He is such a sparkplug!
Since I have a busy day ahead of me, I had better get at it, so I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! BTW, My two biopsies came back benign! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 Chronicles 16:31-36
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice!
Tell all the nations that the Lord is king.
Let the sea and all that is in it shout his praise!
Let the fields and their crops burst forth with joy!
Let the trees of the forest rustle with praise
before the Lord!
For he is coming to judge the earth.
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good!
His faithful love endures forever:
Cry out, "Save us, O God of our salvation!
Gather and rescue us from among the nations
so we can thank your holy name
and rejoice and praise you."
Blessed be the Lord,the God of Israel,
from everlasting to everlasting!
And all the people shouted "Amen!" and
praised the Lord.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
The National Cemeteries are always decorated with flags; each grave with a small flag placed precisely in the center of the stone. I have one in Bay Pines National Cemetery and one at the National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas....
Well, I guess a lot of people are sad that the Bolts lost last night. I was disappointed, but only got interested in hockey this year. I don't understand a lot of it, but it really is fast moving compared to football and baseball! While I am still interested in the Rays, since Kevin Kiermaier is hurt, it's kind of a let down without him. He is such a sparkplug!
Since I have a busy day ahead of me, I had better get at it, so I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! BTW, My two biopsies came back benign! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 Chronicles 16:31-36
Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice!
Tell all the nations that the Lord is king.
Let the sea and all that is in it shout his praise!
Let the fields and their crops burst forth with joy!
Let the trees of the forest rustle with praise
before the Lord!
For he is coming to judge the earth.
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good!
His faithful love endures forever:
Cry out, "Save us, O God of our salvation!
Gather and rescue us from among the nations
so we can thank your holy name
and rejoice and praise you."
Blessed be the Lord,the God of Israel,
from everlasting to everlasting!
And all the people shouted "Amen!" and
praised the Lord.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Paul's Final Thoughts
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! Just as I said at the beginning of the week, it is another ditto day. Lots of sun, warm breezes and a bit lower humidity. Another day in Paradise! While I am not complaining, it would be nice to have a mountain nearby...just wishful thinking.
Well, yesterday, I enjoyed an ice cream social at church. Even though the construction and destruction is still going on, there was plenty of room for tables and people. Although there were more women than men, there were still quite a few men in attendance. All retired, of course.
Afterwards, a young man who grew up attending FCC and used to play in the worship team, spoke about his ministry at CFU. It is good to see the fruit from the vine continuing on with the ministry from our church. Then Phyllis led us in singing some patriotic songs in honor of Memorial day. It was a good, time and I am blessed to have such a church family!
Afterwards, I went to my newly renamed bank and then took a ride to the park. I am happy that 62nd Ave. Is finished with the repaving, at least as far as the street goes, all the way to 4th St. There is still work to be done on the side streets, but nice, new blacktop on the main thoroughfare.
I believe Tuesday was Turtle day and I saw a big fat one moseying along at the park, with a black one on the side of the weir. An ibis was busy getting his dinner in the water, and an osprey flew by overhead. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Philippians 4:4-7
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say
it again---rejoice! Let everyone see that you
are considerate in all you do. Remember,
the Lord is coming soon.
Don't worry about anything, instead, pray about
everything. Tell God what you need, and thank
God for all he has done. If you do this, you will
experience God's peace which is far more wonderful
than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard
your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus...
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, yesterday, I enjoyed an ice cream social at church. Even though the construction and destruction is still going on, there was plenty of room for tables and people. Although there were more women than men, there were still quite a few men in attendance. All retired, of course.
Afterwards, a young man who grew up attending FCC and used to play in the worship team, spoke about his ministry at CFU. It is good to see the fruit from the vine continuing on with the ministry from our church. Then Phyllis led us in singing some patriotic songs in honor of Memorial day. It was a good, time and I am blessed to have such a church family!
Afterwards, I went to my newly renamed bank and then took a ride to the park. I am happy that 62nd Ave. Is finished with the repaving, at least as far as the street goes, all the way to 4th St. There is still work to be done on the side streets, but nice, new blacktop on the main thoroughfare.
I believe Tuesday was Turtle day and I saw a big fat one moseying along at the park, with a black one on the side of the weir. An ibis was busy getting his dinner in the water, and an osprey flew by overhead. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Philippians 4:4-7
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say
it again---rejoice! Let everyone see that you
are considerate in all you do. Remember,
the Lord is coming soon.
Don't worry about anything, instead, pray about
everything. Tell God what you need, and thank
God for all he has done. If you do this, you will
experience God's peace which is far more wonderful
than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard
your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus...
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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