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! It is a little chilly to me but promises to be another very warm day like yesterday with temps up into the seventies! Just perfect! Spring is here for this week, anyway.
I was busy in the house yesterday. I have substituted another lamp for the one that quit working by my bed, but still hope to find someone to put a new socket in. I actually have the matching lamp that needs a new socket, also.
While I was making the bed with the sheets and blanket I took out of the dryer, I must have bumped the "home companion" bracelet I wear in case of falls, because I got a phone call from ADT wanting to know if I was OK. I have done that before, and one time I heard the ERT trucks driving up and stepped out to see what was the matter. I don't answer the phone if I don't recognize the number and they had called twice to check on me. I appreciate the rapid response, but realize it costs money for them.
I decided to have a Jr. Whopper for supper, so drove to Burger King and on the way home saw the osprey sitting on a tall pole where his nest was being built on the school grounds. And I saw several ibis decorating the top of a light pole. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 Corinthians 3:17-18
But whenever anyone turns to the Lord
then the veil is taken away. Now, the Lord
is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the
Lord is, he gives freedom. And all of us have
had that veil removed so that we can be mirrors
that brightly reflect the glory of the Lord. And as
the Spirit of the Lord works within us we become
more and more like him and reflect his glory even more.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Tuesday, February 16, 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! We had rain and tornado warnings last night, but I don't think it was too bad right around this neighborhood. I was worried about my roof, since a stain has shown up on the flat roof ceiling, but it does not look any worse today than yesterday. My handy man checked it out Sat. and said the sealant looks good , so he thinks the leak is coming from higher up. Sigh. I called the roofing company but they won't send someone out until March 1st, which seems too long just to get someone to check it out.
My yard crew came yesterday and mowed and blew more leaves off, so everything was neat for awhile. It looks like the oak that sheds is just about through losing its leaves but more came down during the wind yesterday. All the colorful maple leaves are just about gone from the trees in the neighborhood.
I tried to go shopping at two different shopping centers, but due to the crowds for the sales could not find a close enough parking space, so decided to visit the park. On my way, I passed a gorgeous roseate spoonbill preening himself by a culvert. It was the closest I have ever been to one in the wild, and he was beautiful! It sure brightened my day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 100
Shout with joy to the Lord, O earth!
Worship the Lord with gladness.
Come before him, singing with joy.
Acknowledge that the Lord is God!
He made us and we are his.
We are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving,
and into his courts with praise.
Give thanks to him and bless his name,
For the Lord is good.
His unfailing love continues forever,
and his faithfulness continues to each
generation.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My yard crew came yesterday and mowed and blew more leaves off, so everything was neat for awhile. It looks like the oak that sheds is just about through losing its leaves but more came down during the wind yesterday. All the colorful maple leaves are just about gone from the trees in the neighborhood.
I tried to go shopping at two different shopping centers, but due to the crowds for the sales could not find a close enough parking space, so decided to visit the park. On my way, I passed a gorgeous roseate spoonbill preening himself by a culvert. It was the closest I have ever been to one in the wild, and he was beautiful! It sure brightened my day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 100
Shout with joy to the Lord, O earth!
Worship the Lord with gladness.
Come before him, singing with joy.
Acknowledge that the Lord is God!
He made us and we are his.
We are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving,
and into his courts with praise.
Give thanks to him and bless his name,
For the Lord is good.
His unfailing love continues forever,
and his faithfulness continues to each
generation.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, February 15, 2016
Discernment
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 but bright although rain is predicted for this afternoon. I am hoping to get in touch with the roofers since I discovered signs of a leak that my handy man said was not the result of a crack in the sealant on the flat roof. The roofer may be closed for Prez Day. But I will try again later.
My roses from Daryl are still pretty for Valentine's day and the chocolate mints are melt in your mouth good! The chocolates were supposed to come with the flowers, but the driver forgot to leave them. He remembered sometime later, after I had texted thanks to Daryl for the flowers and he had asked me if I had received them. I told him no, so he sent Teleflora an email saying something was missing. Meanwhile, the driver, Mike, came back in the afternoon with warm chocolates, which I stuck in the fridge. Then, later the manager of the florist came with another box of chocolates. I told him the story, said I had already received the box and gave them back to him, thanking him for his concern. Daryl said I should never turn down chocolates!
Brian came over yesterday and brought my ipad which he had taken back to Apple to see why he could not download email for me on it. They had to wipe it clean so he could start all over and he successfully got all the apps back on it! I even have the Library app, so I can use it as an ereader, which will be convenient. My sons are very good to me!
We had a great sermon yesterday, and a lot of red was being worn by guys and gals alike! There was 8,000 dollars raised in the coin cans for the clean water project for Covenant World Relief! It was exciting to see the overflowing large can last week as the money was poured in!
Yesterday I visited the Park, which was full once again with people enjoying the beautiful weather. Later I returned books to the book drop at the library and noticed the creek behind the sidewalk in Fossil Park. It has sloping grass covered banks and since the tide was out, lots of black mud was showing, but what caught my eye was a large flock of ibis pecking in and out of the water. It looked like a painting with the greens, shady trees and white birds. I just sat for a minute and enjoyed God's gifts. God is good!;
From the Promise Bible NLT:
When I am confused, where do I turn for clarity, wisdom, understanding and direction?
James 1:5-6
If you need wisdom--if you want to know what God wants you to do --ask him, and he will gladly tell you, He will not resent your asking, but when you ask him, be sure that you really expect him to answer, for a doubtful mind is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. People like that should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. They can't make up their minds. The waver back and forth in everything they do.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My roses from Daryl are still pretty for Valentine's day and the chocolate mints are melt in your mouth good! The chocolates were supposed to come with the flowers, but the driver forgot to leave them. He remembered sometime later, after I had texted thanks to Daryl for the flowers and he had asked me if I had received them. I told him no, so he sent Teleflora an email saying something was missing. Meanwhile, the driver, Mike, came back in the afternoon with warm chocolates, which I stuck in the fridge. Then, later the manager of the florist came with another box of chocolates. I told him the story, said I had already received the box and gave them back to him, thanking him for his concern. Daryl said I should never turn down chocolates!
Brian came over yesterday and brought my ipad which he had taken back to Apple to see why he could not download email for me on it. They had to wipe it clean so he could start all over and he successfully got all the apps back on it! I even have the Library app, so I can use it as an ereader, which will be convenient. My sons are very good to me!
We had a great sermon yesterday, and a lot of red was being worn by guys and gals alike! There was 8,000 dollars raised in the coin cans for the clean water project for Covenant World Relief! It was exciting to see the overflowing large can last week as the money was poured in!
Yesterday I visited the Park, which was full once again with people enjoying the beautiful weather. Later I returned books to the book drop at the library and noticed the creek behind the sidewalk in Fossil Park. It has sloping grass covered banks and since the tide was out, lots of black mud was showing, but what caught my eye was a large flock of ibis pecking in and out of the water. It looked like a painting with the greens, shady trees and white birds. I just sat for a minute and enjoyed God's gifts. God is good!;
From the Promise Bible NLT:
When I am confused, where do I turn for clarity, wisdom, understanding and direction?
James 1:5-6
If you need wisdom--if you want to know what God wants you to do --ask him, and he will gladly tell you, He will not resent your asking, but when you ask him, be sure that you really expect him to answer, for a doubtful mind is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. People like that should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. They can't make up their minds. The waver back and forth in everything they do.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, February 12, 2016
Love for Enemies
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! Still cool temps this morning, but like yesterday it will warm up and I actually had a window open in the afternoon. That was on the south side of the house in the kitchen where it is always warm.
After doing laundry, I did some grocery shopping and picked out some lovely bananas, and yes, I still get slightly green bananas...not too old to let them ripen!
I also took a drive to the park, which was very crowded with lots of people from out of state, I saw a lot of New York tags and since it was below freezing there, I know they must have been enjoying the sun!
Well I thought there would be no blog today, because I had drain problems in the shower. I joined HomeServ last year and pay very little monthly to them for several things that could go wrong in the house and it paid off. I called yesterday, was contacted by a plumber 5 minutes later and he came out at 9, and cleaned out the shower drain. He was here for about 20 minutes and it did not cost me anything! Yay for HomeServ! I almost forgot to mention that the plumber reminded me of Ben Zobrist; he looked a lot like him. For those of you who don't know, Ben is a former Rays player who got traded to KC, and a fine man!
Coming home from shopping, I drove by Lynch Lake and saw 2 wood storks right by the street looking very depressed. They always look sad with their necks all drawn up and even though they were in a crowd of ibis, they were not happy. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Luke 7:27-31
But if you are willing to listen, I say, love your
enemies. Do good to those who hate you. Pray
for the happiness of those who hurt you. If someone
slaps you on one cheek, turn the other cheek. If
someone demands your coat, offer your shirt
also. Give what you have to anyone who asks you
for it and when others are taken away from you,
don't try to get them back. Do for others as you
would like them to do for you.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs, Amaryllis
After doing laundry, I did some grocery shopping and picked out some lovely bananas, and yes, I still get slightly green bananas...not too old to let them ripen!
I also took a drive to the park, which was very crowded with lots of people from out of state, I saw a lot of New York tags and since it was below freezing there, I know they must have been enjoying the sun!
Well I thought there would be no blog today, because I had drain problems in the shower. I joined HomeServ last year and pay very little monthly to them for several things that could go wrong in the house and it paid off. I called yesterday, was contacted by a plumber 5 minutes later and he came out at 9, and cleaned out the shower drain. He was here for about 20 minutes and it did not cost me anything! Yay for HomeServ! I almost forgot to mention that the plumber reminded me of Ben Zobrist; he looked a lot like him. For those of you who don't know, Ben is a former Rays player who got traded to KC, and a fine man!
Coming home from shopping, I drove by Lynch Lake and saw 2 wood storks right by the street looking very depressed. They always look sad with their necks all drawn up and even though they were in a crowd of ibis, they were not happy. But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Luke 7:27-31
But if you are willing to listen, I say, love your
enemies. Do good to those who hate you. Pray
for the happiness of those who hurt you. If someone
slaps you on one cheek, turn the other cheek. If
someone demands your coat, offer your shirt
also. Give what you have to anyone who asks you
for it and when others are taken away from you,
don't try to get them back. Do for others as you
would like them to do for you.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs, Amaryllis
Thursday, February 11, 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! Sunshine, no wind and chilly air , but warming is what we have today. When I checked the temp earlier it was 49 degrees, but has already warmed up to about 54. Not much better, but I am managing to stay warm.
Well, I made an unhappy discovery this morning, The spot on the ceiling of my fireplace room has been leaking again. The white is discolored, but it doesn't look too bad. That is a difficult area that has been sealed several times, so I called my handy man again and told him what to expect when he comes. I had already left a message for him a day or two ago. Sigh. If it's not one thing, it's another!
My cleaning ladies came yesterday, late, and got the house all spic and span, as they usually do. Cheryl was wearing sneakers, which I teased her about, because she always wears flip flops. she said the reason she didn't wear them was because they would look silly with the long pants she was wearing. She doesn't feel the cold so much, but my feet really do!
I watched two blue jays eating some kind of seeds from the ground next door; then they started fussing at each other and flew away! Tsk! They should try to get along! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd;
I have everything I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows.
He leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths,
bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk through the dark valley of death,
I will not be afraid,
for you are close beside me .
Your rod and your staff
protect and comfort me.
You prepare a feast for me,
in the presence of my enemies.
You welcome me as a guest,
anointing my head with oil.
My cup overflows with blessings.
Surely your goodness and unfailing
love will pursue me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, I made an unhappy discovery this morning, The spot on the ceiling of my fireplace room has been leaking again. The white is discolored, but it doesn't look too bad. That is a difficult area that has been sealed several times, so I called my handy man again and told him what to expect when he comes. I had already left a message for him a day or two ago. Sigh. If it's not one thing, it's another!
My cleaning ladies came yesterday, late, and got the house all spic and span, as they usually do. Cheryl was wearing sneakers, which I teased her about, because she always wears flip flops. she said the reason she didn't wear them was because they would look silly with the long pants she was wearing. She doesn't feel the cold so much, but my feet really do!
I watched two blue jays eating some kind of seeds from the ground next door; then they started fussing at each other and flew away! Tsk! They should try to get along! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd;
I have everything I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows.
He leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths,
bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk through the dark valley of death,
I will not be afraid,
for you are close beside me .
Your rod and your staff
protect and comfort me.
You prepare a feast for me,
in the presence of my enemies.
You welcome me as a guest,
anointing my head with oil.
My cup overflows with blessings.
Surely your goodness and unfailing
love will pursue me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Wisdom
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! Thankfully, the wind has died down and all is still so far. The cold front passed and right now the temp is not any lower than it has been, but according to the forecast, it will be getting close to forty and maybe the thirties inland. My azaleas don't seem to know that it is still winter, because there is a lot of new growth and they are blooming!
Well, this computer just blanked out, so I had to turn it off and restart it! Wish I knew more about these things!
Anyway, as I was saying,; in spite of the wind, I took my books back to the Library and checked out with six more, one of which is a 14 day, so I have already started on it. The others I can take my time with. After that I drove over to the Winn Dixie, but while there were a couple of handicapped spaces in front of the entrance, there were no carts handy. I had the three wheeled walker in back and not my cane, so I left there and went on to CVS and got most of what was on my list. CVS has stocked a lot of light groceries which is very convenient. The reason I wanted to go into the WD was to get some of their deli potato salad, which is almost like what I make. Publix Pot. salad is too creamy and already in containers. They dish up as much as you want at WD.
So, after I left CVS, I went on to the windblown Park and in spite of the windy conditions there were quite a few people out and about. On the way home I went by Lynch Lake and saw that even the flocks of seagulls and ibis were grounded. Flying conditions were not too good! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 3:21-26
My child, don't lose sight of good planning and insight.
Hang on to them, for they fill you with life and bring you
honor and respect. They keep you safe on your way and
keep your feet from stumbling. You can lie down without
fear and enjoy pleasant dreams. You need not be afraid of
disaster or the destruction that comes upon the wicked, for
the Lord is your security. He will keep your feet from being
caught in a trap.
Wisdom produces honor in our lives and protects us from trouble.
Wise people know the difference between right and wrong and choose
to do what's right. More than that, wisdom is choosing to apply God's
truth and principles to our daily relationships and situations.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and Love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, this computer just blanked out, so I had to turn it off and restart it! Wish I knew more about these things!
Anyway, as I was saying,; in spite of the wind, I took my books back to the Library and checked out with six more, one of which is a 14 day, so I have already started on it. The others I can take my time with. After that I drove over to the Winn Dixie, but while there were a couple of handicapped spaces in front of the entrance, there were no carts handy. I had the three wheeled walker in back and not my cane, so I left there and went on to CVS and got most of what was on my list. CVS has stocked a lot of light groceries which is very convenient. The reason I wanted to go into the WD was to get some of their deli potato salad, which is almost like what I make. Publix Pot. salad is too creamy and already in containers. They dish up as much as you want at WD.
So, after I left CVS, I went on to the windblown Park and in spite of the windy conditions there were quite a few people out and about. On the way home I went by Lynch Lake and saw that even the flocks of seagulls and ibis were grounded. Flying conditions were not too good! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 3:21-26
My child, don't lose sight of good planning and insight.
Hang on to them, for they fill you with life and bring you
honor and respect. They keep you safe on your way and
keep your feet from stumbling. You can lie down without
fear and enjoy pleasant dreams. You need not be afraid of
disaster or the destruction that comes upon the wicked, for
the Lord is your security. He will keep your feet from being
caught in a trap.
Wisdom produces honor in our lives and protects us from trouble.
Wise people know the difference between right and wrong and choose
to do what's right. More than that, wisdom is choosing to apply God's
truth and principles to our daily relationships and situations.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and Love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Will of God
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 that strong winds would be moving through last night proved to be premature. Everything was quiet , but I see the trees and shrubs moving now, and the last I heard, was that the wind would pick up today, and then it would really turn cold. I am definitely not looking forward to it!
I think the oak trees have just about finished shedding their leaves. I don't see any drifting past my window, but quite a few are stuck in the needle leaves of the podacarpus hedge which the neighbors planted many years ago.I think it is about time for them to be raked up; the leaves, that is.
I finished a book yesterday and need to make another trip to the Library. I also did laundry yesterday which accumulates pretty fast, even though I am only one person. I watched a flock of redwing blackbirds pecking around the neighbor's yard and then they all flew off. I had not seen a flock of them in a couple years. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Does God really have a plan for my life?
Psalm 139:3
You chart the path ahead of me and tell me where to stop and rest.
Every moment you know where I am.
Psalm 32:8
The Lord says, "I will guide you along the best pathway
for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.
God has a plan for our lives. It is not an unthinking, automated
script that we must follow. It is a journey with various destinations
and appointments and a great deal of freedom as to the pace and
scope of the travel. God's plan for us will always have a sense of
mystery, but we can be certain that he will guide us as long as we
rely on his leading.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I think the oak trees have just about finished shedding their leaves. I don't see any drifting past my window, but quite a few are stuck in the needle leaves of the podacarpus hedge which the neighbors planted many years ago.I think it is about time for them to be raked up; the leaves, that is.
I finished a book yesterday and need to make another trip to the Library. I also did laundry yesterday which accumulates pretty fast, even though I am only one person. I watched a flock of redwing blackbirds pecking around the neighbor's yard and then they all flew off. I had not seen a flock of them in a couple years. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Does God really have a plan for my life?
Psalm 139:3
You chart the path ahead of me and tell me where to stop and rest.
Every moment you know where I am.
Psalm 32:8
The Lord says, "I will guide you along the best pathway
for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.
God has a plan for our lives. It is not an unthinking, automated
script that we must follow. It is a journey with various destinations
and appointments and a great deal of freedom as to the pace and
scope of the travel. God's plan for us will always have a sense of
mystery, but we can be certain that he will guide us as long as we
rely on his leading.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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