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 day like yesterday, hot, sunshine and probably no rain. But that is July in St. Petersburg, At least we have air conditioning in the cars, houses and shops!
My cleaning friends came yesterday, and I told them there were geckos in the house someplace. Well, Kim found a dead one in the wastebasket in the guest room and then found the baby, about one inch long in the bathroom. She said I was a serial lizard killer! Ha.They come in and can't find anything to eat, so, eventually, they dry up and die. They are too quick for me to catch, or I would put them outside.
Cheryl is so thoughtful, she came over before going to work, and brought my dumpster back up. This time I caught her in time to say thanks.She is a blessing!
I went through some more old photos, which seems to be an ongoing project, still looking for family pics for the Stahly family Messenger list, and I am seeing pics of our vacations...one of me standing at the top of Mt. Mitchell in NC. Seems like every year we climbed to the top, and I always said, this was the last time, and finally, it was. The climb is really hard for an out of shape person like me. although I was in better shape back then. I had to stop and rest several times and let my heart get down to a more or less regular beat. Most of it was the altitude at over 6000 plus feet. Doesn't seem like much compared to the Rockies, but I don't do high altitude very well. I found that out again when I was in CO as a delegate to the church Annual meeting. I am a flatlander!
The hedge outside my window is still attracting mockers and bluejays, so they must be carrying seeds back to their nests, because they fly in and out all day. And I don't know how long a butterfly's life is, but they flutter by for awhile and then disappear. So much beauty for such a short time! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 147
Praise the Lord!
How good it is to sing praises to our God!
How delightful and how right!
The Lord is rebuilding Jerusalem
and bringing the exiles back to Israel.
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up
their wounds.
He counts the stars
and calls them all by name.
How great is our Lord! His power is absolute!
His understanding is beyond comprehension!
The Lord supports the humble.
but he brings the wicked down into the dust.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Wisdom from Proverbs
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! A light breeze and lots of sun greets us today, but strong thunderstorms are the prediction for this afternoon. It is interesting to see the dark clouds form and look threatening, then, slowly, they move away and no rain falls. But, we did have a short rain yesterday evening, and that was nice.
Our first recycling day was yesterday. Brian stopped by on his way home from work and took the large bin down to the curb, and when I got home from my appointment in the afternoon, I was prepared to drag it back up beside the garage, but found it already put away, thanks to the good fairy, "Cheryl" across the street! I am blessed to have her for a neighbor.She always looks out for me.
I had an appointment with my podiatrist and we talked about how much St. Pete has changed since I was born. I asked him what brought him here and he said the climate. He is from NY and still has the New Yawk accent.. He said the cost of living is so high in NY that there is no comparison with the prices here.I know to me this will always be home!
I took a side trip to the Park after I left him, and saw that everything was quiet.But I actually saw more wildlife around Lynch Lake than at the park. A seagull, several ibis, and an egret, plus the usual ducks were all enjoying themselves. The baby osprey is still in the nest over at the school, high on a light pole. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 2:1-4
My child, listen to me and treasure my instructions.
Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding.
Cry out for insight and understanding. Search for them
as you would for lost money or hidden treasure. Then
you will understand what it means to fear the Lord
and you will gain knowledge of God. For the Lord grants
wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
He grants treasure of good sense to the godly. He is their shield protecting those who walk with integrity. He grants a treasure of good sense
to the godly. He is their shield, protecting those who walk
with integrity. He guards the paths of justice and protects
those who are faithful to him.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Our first recycling day was yesterday. Brian stopped by on his way home from work and took the large bin down to the curb, and when I got home from my appointment in the afternoon, I was prepared to drag it back up beside the garage, but found it already put away, thanks to the good fairy, "Cheryl" across the street! I am blessed to have her for a neighbor.She always looks out for me.
I had an appointment with my podiatrist and we talked about how much St. Pete has changed since I was born. I asked him what brought him here and he said the climate. He is from NY and still has the New Yawk accent.. He said the cost of living is so high in NY that there is no comparison with the prices here.I know to me this will always be home!
I took a side trip to the Park after I left him, and saw that everything was quiet.But I actually saw more wildlife around Lynch Lake than at the park. A seagull, several ibis, and an egret, plus the usual ducks were all enjoying themselves. The baby osprey is still in the nest over at the school, high on a light pole. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 2:1-4
My child, listen to me and treasure my instructions.
Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding.
Cry out for insight and understanding. Search for them
as you would for lost money or hidden treasure. Then
you will understand what it means to fear the Lord
and you will gain knowledge of God. For the Lord grants
wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
He grants treasure of good sense to the godly. He is their shield protecting those who walk with integrity. He grants a treasure of good sense
to the godly. He is their shield, protecting those who walk
with integrity. He guards the paths of justice and protects
those who are faithful to him.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, July 7, 2015
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! More thunderstorms are predicted for today, but right now, the sun is shining and it is already quite warm...(hot).
Yesterday, I was determined to go to Publix in the morning, and so got my shopping done before the storms came. When I got out to the car, I noticed a dark cloud in the west, so got home and put everything away, before the rains came. Sure enough, it got really dark, and noisy with all the thunder, so I decided it was a good time to take a nap. Afterwards, the rains stopped and the sun came back, so I went on to the Library to return and then collect more books. I am happy to see lots of children enjoying books this summer. I always took my boys to the Mobile Library back when they were little, and they always picked out lots of books. They still enjoy reading. I used to volunteer in Lynch Library when my sons were in school. Mrs. Gerren, the librarian, had a program called the "Busy bookworms", which included all the students. A good way to start them reading!
After the library, I drove on to the Park, and spotted an anhinga airing his wings, off in the distance on a strong bush over the lake. They look so sleek when they are swimming under the water! I also spotted a large flock of ibis hanging out at the library creek near Fossil Park. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:1-8
O Lord, you have examined my heart
and know everything about me.
You know when I sit down or stand up.
You know my every thought when far away.
You chart the path ahead of me
and tell me where to stop and rest.
Every moment you know where I am.
You know what I am going to say
even before I say it, Lord.
You both precede and follow me.
You place your hand of blessing on my head.
Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
too great for me to know!
23-24
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
Yesterday, I was determined to go to Publix in the morning, and so got my shopping done before the storms came. When I got out to the car, I noticed a dark cloud in the west, so got home and put everything away, before the rains came. Sure enough, it got really dark, and noisy with all the thunder, so I decided it was a good time to take a nap. Afterwards, the rains stopped and the sun came back, so I went on to the Library to return and then collect more books. I am happy to see lots of children enjoying books this summer. I always took my boys to the Mobile Library back when they were little, and they always picked out lots of books. They still enjoy reading. I used to volunteer in Lynch Library when my sons were in school. Mrs. Gerren, the librarian, had a program called the "Busy bookworms", which included all the students. A good way to start them reading!
After the library, I drove on to the Park, and spotted an anhinga airing his wings, off in the distance on a strong bush over the lake. They look so sleek when they are swimming under the water! I also spotted a large flock of ibis hanging out at the library creek near Fossil Park. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:1-8
O Lord, you have examined my heart
and know everything about me.
You know when I sit down or stand up.
You know my every thought when far away.
You chart the path ahead of me
and tell me where to stop and rest.
Every moment you know where I am.
You know what I am going to say
even before I say it, Lord.
You both precede and follow me.
You place your hand of blessing on my head.
Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
too great for me to know!
23-24
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
Monday, July 6, 2015
Roamin' thru Romans
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 had a lot of thunder in the distance and thought we might get some rain yesterday, but as far as I know no rain. However, we did get some Sat. evening, so the noisy neighborhood firecrackers got delayed. They did fade away about 11 PM, so I was able to go to bed without losing any sleep to speak of.
I hope everyone had a good celebration of Independence Day. Brian invited me out to dinner Friday night and we had an excellent meal at Gigi's. I don't remember eating there before, but I would go again, just to try their pizzas! I had the Osso Bucco which was a huge meal, and after fried green beans and a cup of she crab soup, I had to bring most of the meal home. Brian had the salmon which he said was the best he had ever eaten! It rained while we were enjoying our meal and, of course, I had just had the van washed. Oh, well, that's the way it goes...
Saturday was pretty quiet for me. I looked through some more old photos, and found some for the Stahly family tree that my English cousin is building. It was memory time, and I still have several boxes to go!
Church attendance seemed to be down yesterday, but I know of several families who are on vacation right now, and the other two churches I passed on my way, seemed to have the same problem. Not nearly so many cars in the lots. Actually, I passed three churches, but didn't notice the one across from the bowling alley.
I drove to the park all three days and saw a limpkin, and two gopher turtles munching on the grass near their tunnels. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 15:7
...So accept each other just as Christ has accepted
you; then God will be glorified. Remember that Christ
came as a servant to the Jews to show that God is true
to the promises he made to his ancestors. And he came
so the Gentiles might also give glory to God for his mercies
to them...
15 So I pray that God, who gives you hope, will keep you
happy and full of peace as you believe in him. May you
overflow with hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I hope everyone had a good celebration of Independence Day. Brian invited me out to dinner Friday night and we had an excellent meal at Gigi's. I don't remember eating there before, but I would go again, just to try their pizzas! I had the Osso Bucco which was a huge meal, and after fried green beans and a cup of she crab soup, I had to bring most of the meal home. Brian had the salmon which he said was the best he had ever eaten! It rained while we were enjoying our meal and, of course, I had just had the van washed. Oh, well, that's the way it goes...
Saturday was pretty quiet for me. I looked through some more old photos, and found some for the Stahly family tree that my English cousin is building. It was memory time, and I still have several boxes to go!
Church attendance seemed to be down yesterday, but I know of several families who are on vacation right now, and the other two churches I passed on my way, seemed to have the same problem. Not nearly so many cars in the lots. Actually, I passed three churches, but didn't notice the one across from the bowling alley.
I drove to the park all three days and saw a limpkin, and two gopher turtles munching on the grass near their tunnels. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 15:7
...So accept each other just as Christ has accepted
you; then God will be glorified. Remember that Christ
came as a servant to the Jews to show that God is true
to the promises he made to his ancestors. And he came
so the Gentiles might also give glory to God for his mercies
to them...
15 So I pray that God, who gives you hope, will keep you
happy and full of peace as you believe in him. May you
overflow with hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, July 3, 2015
Independence 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! We may have a shower or two this weekend, but I don't think that will stop the firecrackers and displays from going on. I was surprised by a shower yesterday. I did not even know it had rained when I went down to pull the dumpster back up.
But everything was wet, and water was running in the gutter. The sky stayed overcast and gloomy for quite a while and after lunch I felt really sleepy, so I took a nap, which felt good.
After that, I drove over to the Salvation Army to drop off my stuff, but there was no one to unload my van, so I decided to come back another day. Traffic was pretty heavy, because the Rays had an afternoon game and it was over, so the few that attended were hurrying home.
I had headed on down to Chick-fil-A after leaving the S.A. and already the drive thru line was moving rapidly, but extending almost out to the street. The 4th St. CFA is almost always busy! But I got my frosty lemonade and it was delicious, as was the grilled chicken sandwich!
The podacarpus hedge right outside my window is busy with birds flying in and out all day, because it is full of seeds, which they must like! Lots of mockingbirds and bluejays! God is good!
OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM
OH, SAY, CAN YOU SEE, BY THE DAWN'S EAR;Y LIGHT,
WHAT SO PROUDLY WE HAIL'D AT THE TWILIGHT'S LAST
GLEAMING/
WHOSE BRIGHT STRIPES AND BRIGHT STARS, THRO' THE
PERILOUS FIGHT.
O'ER THE RAMPARTS WE WATCH'D WERE SO GALLANTLY
STREAMING/
AND THE ROCKET'S RED GLARE , THE BOMBS BURSTING IN AIR,
GAVE PROOF THROUGH THE NIGHT THAT OUR FLAG WAS STILL
THERE.
OH, SAY, DOES THAT STAR-SPANGLED BANNER YET WAVE
O'ER THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE?
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
But everything was wet, and water was running in the gutter. The sky stayed overcast and gloomy for quite a while and after lunch I felt really sleepy, so I took a nap, which felt good.
After that, I drove over to the Salvation Army to drop off my stuff, but there was no one to unload my van, so I decided to come back another day. Traffic was pretty heavy, because the Rays had an afternoon game and it was over, so the few that attended were hurrying home.
I had headed on down to Chick-fil-A after leaving the S.A. and already the drive thru line was moving rapidly, but extending almost out to the street. The 4th St. CFA is almost always busy! But I got my frosty lemonade and it was delicious, as was the grilled chicken sandwich!
The podacarpus hedge right outside my window is busy with birds flying in and out all day, because it is full of seeds, which they must like! Lots of mockingbirds and bluejays! God is good!
OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM
OH, SAY, CAN YOU SEE, BY THE DAWN'S EAR;Y LIGHT,
WHAT SO PROUDLY WE HAIL'D AT THE TWILIGHT'S LAST
GLEAMING/
WHOSE BRIGHT STRIPES AND BRIGHT STARS, THRO' THE
PERILOUS FIGHT.
O'ER THE RAMPARTS WE WATCH'D WERE SO GALLANTLY
STREAMING/
AND THE ROCKET'S RED GLARE , THE BOMBS BURSTING IN AIR,
GAVE PROOF THROUGH THE NIGHT THAT OUR FLAG WAS STILL
THERE.
OH, SAY, DOES THAT STAR-SPANGLED BANNER YET WAVE
O'ER THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE?
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, July 2, 2015
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! This is another ditto day..seems like the days fall into a pattern for a short while. Sun for a time in the morning, then later and later in the day, and finally, no rain at all. That is the situation we have now. We have not had a shower for about three days in this area, which is ok.
My ladies came to clean yesterday, and I had noticed that Kim's husband had put a small stack of logs out for grabs at the end of their driveway. I told her that if he would not mind carrying them over, I would take two or three for my fireplace. Seems foolish to think of having a fire when the outside temp. is in the nineties, but cold weather will come eventually, and maybe when the company comes for Christmas, it will be cold enough for a fire.
I have the van loaded for a trip to the Salvation Army, and still have a couple closets to go, but I am happy I am working it down. I wistfully look at smaller size clothes I was fond of wearing ten years ago, and pull them out and toss them. Yes, some things I cleared out were that old or older. It is amazing how things accumulate!
Later in the afternoon, I drove over to the Park, and enjoyed the shade and peacefulness and the contrast between the greenery and the brilliant sunshine. I saw a baby squirrel crouching by the road, and others scampering about, but no birds. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
I can never escape from your spirit!
I can never get away from your presence!
If I go up to heaven, your are there;
if I go down to the place of the dead you are there.
If I ride the wings of the morning,
if I dwell by the farthest oceans,
even there your hand will guide me
and your strength will support me.
I could ask the darkness to hide me
and the light around me to become night---
but even in darkness I cannot hide from you.
To you the night shines as bright as day.
Darkness and light are both alike to you....
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My ladies came to clean yesterday, and I had noticed that Kim's husband had put a small stack of logs out for grabs at the end of their driveway. I told her that if he would not mind carrying them over, I would take two or three for my fireplace. Seems foolish to think of having a fire when the outside temp. is in the nineties, but cold weather will come eventually, and maybe when the company comes for Christmas, it will be cold enough for a fire.
I have the van loaded for a trip to the Salvation Army, and still have a couple closets to go, but I am happy I am working it down. I wistfully look at smaller size clothes I was fond of wearing ten years ago, and pull them out and toss them. Yes, some things I cleared out were that old or older. It is amazing how things accumulate!
Later in the afternoon, I drove over to the Park, and enjoyed the shade and peacefulness and the contrast between the greenery and the brilliant sunshine. I saw a baby squirrel crouching by the road, and others scampering about, but no birds. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
I can never escape from your spirit!
I can never get away from your presence!
If I go up to heaven, your are there;
if I go down to the place of the dead you are there.
If I ride the wings of the morning,
if I dwell by the farthest oceans,
even there your hand will guide me
and your strength will support me.
I could ask the darkness to hide me
and the light around me to become night---
but even in darkness I cannot hide from you.
To you the night shines as bright as day.
Darkness and light are both alike to you....
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Roamin' thru Romans
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 sun is shining, a warm breeze is blowing, butterflies are fluttering by my window and God is in control!
I had an appointment with my Audibel specialist yesterday, for a periodic checking of my hearing aids, and much to my surprise, he gave me a hearing test, also. After I finished with that, he was trying his best to sell me on buying a new set at the cost of $6400 a pair! He had just told me my current hearing aids were like new and that I took very good care of them. Well, I talked it over with Brian, after asking God for wisdom and guidance and decided at my age, I do not need to owe that much for aids that are already satisfactory. I know he has to make a living, but not at my expense!
When I came out of the examining room, a big, burly policeman was waiting and I wondered what he was doing there, especially when I saw he had an unmarked car in the parking lot.
I'm just nosy and curious.
It was very hot yesterday, so I went on to the Park, and enjoyed seeing the freshly mowed grass and the very full canal with one lone egret fishing for a tasty lunch. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 8:38-39
And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us
from his love. Death can't, and life can't. The angels can't
and the demons can't. Our fears for today and our worries
about tomorrow, and even the powers of hell can't keep
God's love away. Whether we are high above the sky or in
the deepest ocean, nothing in creation will ever be able
to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in
Christ Jesus our Lord.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I had an appointment with my Audibel specialist yesterday, for a periodic checking of my hearing aids, and much to my surprise, he gave me a hearing test, also. After I finished with that, he was trying his best to sell me on buying a new set at the cost of $6400 a pair! He had just told me my current hearing aids were like new and that I took very good care of them. Well, I talked it over with Brian, after asking God for wisdom and guidance and decided at my age, I do not need to owe that much for aids that are already satisfactory. I know he has to make a living, but not at my expense!
When I came out of the examining room, a big, burly policeman was waiting and I wondered what he was doing there, especially when I saw he had an unmarked car in the parking lot.
I'm just nosy and curious.
It was very hot yesterday, so I went on to the Park, and enjoyed seeing the freshly mowed grass and the very full canal with one lone egret fishing for a tasty lunch. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 8:38-39
And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us
from his love. Death can't, and life can't. The angels can't
and the demons can't. Our fears for today and our worries
about tomorrow, and even the powers of hell can't keep
God's love away. Whether we are high above the sky or in
the deepest ocean, nothing in creation will ever be able
to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in
Christ Jesus our Lord.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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