*** OUR GATHERING PLACE *** Fellowship and Laughter - Welcome to RF!

[Meriweather]

pretty good Meri. My back is hurtin a little. My wings are soft and white lol


Then you have the right kind of wings. :hug: I hope your back start feeling better--it's hard to be comfortable doing anything when one's back is off.

[meggers49]

pretty good Meri. My back is hurtin a little. My wings are soft and white lol

wtg blazer, you were 14000!!! wheeeeeeeee

[Meriweather]

Morning Devotional


Whenever the Lord assigns us a difficult task, He gives us what we need to carry it out. John Wesley wrote, “Among the many difficulties of our early ministry, my brother Charles often said, ‘If the Lord would give me wings, I’d fly.’ I used to answer, ‘If God bids me fly, I will trust Him for the wings.’”

Today’s Scripture tells us that Joshua was thrust into a position of great responsibility. No doubt the enormity of the challenge before him made him tremble with fear. How could he ever follow such a great leader as Moses? In his own strength it would be impossible to lead the people into the Promised Land. But along with the marching orders, the Lord gave him an assuring promise: “I will not leave you nor forsake you” (Josh. 1:5). Then He said, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” (v.9). Such reassurances were the backing Joshua needed.

If God has given you some special work to do that frightens you, it’s your responsibility to jump at it. It’s up to the Lord to see you through. As you faithfully do your part, He will do His part.

--Richard De Haan (rbc.org)--

[Meriweather]

Today's chuckle from Yogi Berra:


If you can't imitate him, don't copy him.

[blazer]

Then you have the right kind of wings. :hug: I hope your back start feeling better--it's hard to be comfortable doing anything when one's back is off.

:hug:

[Meriweather]

I like Yogi Berra, because I understand exactly what he is saying.

[blazer]

wtg blazer, you were 14000!!! wheeeeeeeee

:hug:

[Meriweather]

I wish everyone a lovely day.

If we need to bring this thread back onto a more serious track, the essays you post, Fire Watch, always provide for good meditations.

[blazer]

I wish everyone a lovely day.

If we need to bring this thread back onto a more serious track, the essays you post, Fire Watch, always provide for good meditations.

you too Meri!

[RayMan]

I like Yogi Berra, because I understand exactly what he is saying.

That might possibly be the single most frightening sentence you have ever posted here.

[Mimiheart]

http://thesurrealist.co.uk/slogan.cgi?word=

I'm having fun with this... maybe too much fun. It's a slogan generator, you can put any word you want in. I put my name.

I Can't Believe It's Not Mimi

Mimi Stays Sharp 'til The Bottom of the Glass

Mimi. It's What's For Dinner :eek:

There's no Wrong Way to Eat a Mimi :eek: :eek:

Mimi - Australian for Beer

[CID_0687]

There's First Love, and There's Drew Love

See the Face You Love Light Up With Cid

The Best Part of Waking Up is Cid in Your Cup

You Can't Top a Drew

The Dirt says Hot, The Label says Drew

There's no Wrong Way to Eat a Drew

[CID_0687]

:))

[Mimiheart]

Isn't being easily amused great?

[Dancer]

Grab Life by the Dancer

Dial Down the Dancer

A Smooth-Running Dancer is a Relaxing Experience

Puts the Dancer in Britain

Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz, Oh, What a Dancer it is!

Ding-dong. Dancer is calling!

[CID_0687]

Isn't being easily amused great?
Yep...there were several others, but they were a bit to off color for RF.

[Mimiheart]

Come See the Softer Side of Mimi

Did Somebody Say Mimi

Ho Ho Ho, Green Mimi (erm!)

A Finger of Mimi is Just Enough to Give Your Kids a Treat

And Dancer, this is about as bad as your last one...

What's In Your Mimi?

[Dancer]

Come See the Softer Side of Mimi

Did Somebody Say Mimi

Ho Ho Ho, Green Mimi (erm!)

A Finger of Mimi is Just Enough to Give Your Kids a Treat

And Dancer, this is about as bad as your last one...

What's In Your Mimi?lol, I read what Drew said and thought "Ooops, that might be too off color for the RF" so I deleted it...

I know what is in our Mimi...sugar and spice and everything nice. ;)

[Mimiheart]

lol, I read what Drew said and thought "Ooops, that might be too off color for the RF" so I deleted it...

I know what is in our Mimi...sugar and spice and everything nice. ;)
veins, arteries and vital organs... :think:

[Dancer]

veins, arteries and vital organs... :think:Ok, here ya go with gettin' all LITERAL on me...lol

[blazer]

Look for me in springtime
as raindrops fill the air...
In the splendor of the rainbow,
you'll find my presence there.

You will find me in the fragrance
of April's sweet perfume;
Drifting through the clover,
on a sultry day in June.

An August day will find me
upon the summer breeze...
On the distant sound of the thunder,
in the gently swaying trees.

In the golden fields of harvest,
is where I can be found;
As autumn time approaches
and leaves comes tumbling down.

In the wintertime when days are short
and chill is in the air...
Just look into a moonlit night,
you'll find me lingering there.

When the setting sun has gone away
and shadows fill the night;
When the cloak of darkness lifts its veil,
I'll be your morning light.

So when you feel discouraged,
get on your knees and pray;
You'll feel me there beside you...
I'm just a breath away.
© 2001 Marilyn Ferguson

[Hadassah]

pretty good Meri. My back is hurtin a little. My wings are soft and white lol



We should go hang out in the cabin. We could be laying on nice comfy couches, hot packs on our backs, getting made and served great dinners.............

[Hadassah]

http://thesurrealist.co.uk/slogan.cgi?word=

I'm having fun with this... maybe too much fun. It's a slogan generator, you can put any word you want in. I put my name.

I Can't Believe It's Not Mimi

Mimi Stays Sharp 'til The Bottom of the Glass

Mimi. It's What's For Dinner :eek:

There's no Wrong Way to Eat a Mimi :eek: :eek:

Mimi - Australian for Beer



Good to the Last Hadassah

Nobody Does it Like Hadassah

No-One Does Chicken Like Hadassah

It Takes a Tough Man to Make a Tender Hadassah

Mamma Mia, That'sa Spicy Hadassah!

Men Can't Help Acting on Hadassah


Eh, I'd better stop while I'm ahead. Besides, some of the slogans were so not appropriate for the RF. :))

[blazer]

We should go hang out in the cabin. We could be laying on nice comfy couches, hot packs on our backs, getting made and served great dinners.............

let's go sis!

[Hadassah]

Say it anyway, Ray. I promise I won't slap you.:mrgreen:











You-know-who might punch you, though. :whistle:

[RayMan]

Say it anyway, Ray. I promise I won't slap you.:mrgreen:



You-know-who might punch you, though. :whistle:

Puh-lease. :rolleyes:

[Hadassah]

Puh-lease. :rolleyes:

Are ya chicken? :eh:
































:))

[RayMan]

Are ya chicken? :eh:


:))

I refuse to be intimidated by anyone from Kansas.

[buflineks]

I refuse to be intimidated by anyone from Kansas.

So how do you feel about Hickock, Smith, and Rader?

[Hadassah]

I refuse to be intimidated by anyone from Kansas.

Understandable. :lol:



So, since you are not intimidated by him (For the record, neither am I. :)) ), tell me what it is you deleted. Pretty please.

[Hadassah]

So how do you feel about Hickock, Smith, and Rader?

Wasn't Smith actually born in Nevada?

[buflineks]

Wasn't Smith actually born in Nevada?

Wrong Hickock. Not william, but rather Richard.

[Hadassah]

Wrong Hickock. Not william, but rather Richard.

I thought you meant Richard Hickock and Perry Smith.

[buflineks]

I thought you meant Richard Hickock and Perry Smith.

I did. He was born in K.C. Ks.

[Hadassah]

I did. He was born in K.C. Ks.

Right. Hickock was, but I said Smith. Smith was born in Nevada.

[Meriweather]

That might possibly be the single most frightening sentence you have ever posted here.

Take heart, RayMan.

Growing up, I was surrounded by babies and toddlers learning to speak. Little ones can only manage some of the sounds in some of the words. From these sounds, one must be able to garner meaning. I had so much practice, translating baby talk was one thing at which I came to excel.

Yogi's manner of speaking patterns follow this same pattern. He leaves out many of the sounds (words) to what he means. Thus, If you can't imitate him, don't copy him, is easily translated into: "If imitating the techniques he uses does not give you the results he gets, then don't copy him."

My guess is that Yogi always thought at a much greater speed than which he could speak.

[RayMan]

Take heart, RayMan.

Growing up, I was surrounded by babies and toddlers learning to speak. Little ones can only manage some of the sounds in some of the words. From these sounds, one must be able to garner meaning. I had so much practice, translating baby talk was one thing at which I came to excel.

Yogi's manner of speaking patterns follow this same pattern. He leaves out many of the sounds (words) to what he means. Thus, If you can't imitate him, don't copy him, is easily translated into: "If imitating the techniques he uses does not give you the results he gets, then don't copy him."

My guess is that Yogi always thought at a much greater speed than which he could speak.

Uh, you are aware that Yogi is still with us, right?

[Meriweather]

[/B]
Uh, you are aware that Yogi is still with us, right?


Yes. But everything he's said has been in the past--and I was speaking of his thought process at the time he made the statements. It occurred to me that I don't really know what his speech patterns are like today.

[RayMan]

Yes. But everything he's said has been in the past--and I was speaking of his thought process at the time he made the statements. It occurred to me that I don't really know what his speech patterns are like today.

I saw an interview with Yogi and Whitey Ford a couple months back. Yogi is still Yogi.

[Meriweather]

I saw an interview with Yogi and Whitey Ford a couple months back. Yogi is still Yogi.

Whitey Ford. I haven't thought of him in years. I am glad Yogi is still Yogi. What do you remember of the interview?

[RayMan]

Whitey Ford. I haven't thought of him in years. I am glad Yogi is still Yogi. What do you remember of the interview?

I remember that Yogi talks funny. They talked about games back in the fifties. Especially that Whitey was afraid to pitch to Willie Mays.

Willie!!! Woot! Woot!

Willie is my favorite ball player ever. You may have noticed.

[Meriweather]

I remember that Yogi talks funny. They talked about games back in the fifties. Especially that Whitey was afraid to pitch to Willie Mays.

Willie!!! Woot! Woot!

Willie is my favorite ball player ever. You may have noticed.

Don't yell at me, but I've always had a soft spot for Shoeless Joe Jackson. Not that I ever saw him play--just heard the stories people were still telling of him.

[Fire Watch]

My Bro-in-law bought me "The Yogi Book: "I Really Didn't Say Everything I Said" for Christmas a year ago. Funny stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/Yogi-Book-Really-Didnt-Everything/dp/0761110909

[Meriweather]

My Bro-in-law bought me "The Yogi Book: "I Really Didn't Say Everything I Said" for Christmas a year ago. Funny stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/Yogi-Book-Really-Didnt-Everything/dp/0761110909


Even some of the stuff he said that I know by heart still causes me to laugh out loud when I see it.

[Hadassah]

Hi everyone. :frown:

[Meriweather]

Hi everyone. :frown:

Hi, Hadassah--

Why the frown? Pretend you're sitting in my car telling me about it (as you are writing it down here), and I'll be back in about 45 minutes.

[Hadassah]

Hi, Hadassah--

Why the frown? Pretend you're sitting in my car telling me about it (as you are writing it down here), and I'll be back in about 45 minutes.

Oh, I'm frowning because I feel like the world's #1 idiot, that's all. Don't want to get into it here because it's too embarrassing.


I'll be fine. :hug:

[RayMan]

Say it anyway, Ray. I promise I won't slap you.:mrgreen:


You-know-who might punch you, though. :whistle:


pm

[Hadassah]

Oh, I'm frowning because I feel like the world's #1 idiot, that's all. Don't want to get into it here because it's too embarrassing.


I'll be fine. :hug:



But then I go to the Overcoming Obstacles forum, or read the paper, or listen to the news, and realize that there's much bigger things going on in the world; there's much worse suffering than my feeling like an idiot.



Lord, have mercy on us. Heal our wounds, take away our fears, bring peace where there is no peace. Give comfort to the troubled and solace to the grieving. Bring us closer to You so that we may know Your Love for us and so that we may follow Your will.


Amen.

[Meriweather]

Oh, I'm frowning because I feel like the world's #1 idiot, that's all. Don't want to get into it here because it's too embarrassing.


I'll be fine. :hug:

:hug: Very well. But PM me if you feel so inclined.

[RayMan]

Oh, I'm frowning because I feel like the world's #1 idiot, that's all. <snip>


Do you feel drawn that way? :angel:

[Hadassah]

do you feel drawn that way? :angel:

:)) :)) :))

[Hadassah]

Let's keep Jeny Eliza and her children in our prayers. :pray: Someone tried to murder her in front of her children.



http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=51963411&postcount=32

[smyrna]

Good morning my fellow Americans and all worldly citizens...

Whassupppppppppp!

I hope this morning finds everyone happy and healthy. Its a great day to be alive.

Meriweather and RayMan...I've got a good friend that I grew up with in Michigan who now lives in Ca. has flown out to see me and spend a couple of days. He actually leaves tomorrow. All it has done since he got here is...rain. Maybe he'll take it back to you all as my gift to Ca. You can have some of this NC rain. He says that you only get around 8 inches a year in Orange Cty. If it rains in the near future...you'll know where it came from.:dance:

I've got alot to do today...better get started. Anyone heard from Terri910?

:pray:Jeny Eliza

[meggers49]

Don't yell at me, but I've always had a soft spot for Shoeless Joe Jackson. Not that I ever saw him play--just heard the stories people were still telling of him.

so you're fond of people who skirt the rules to obtain their objective?? lol :silenced:

[meggers49]

Even some of the stuff he said that I know by heart still causes me to laugh out loud when I see it.

it gets late early out there.

[Meriweather]

so you're fond of people who skirt the rules to obtain their objective?? lol :silenced:

It's a story with many lessons.

But there is the irony you mention.... ;)

[Meriweather]

Morning Devotional


Through wisdom a house is built. (Proverbs 24:3)

Succeeding at Home

Building a good relationship at home is like building a wall: It's done brick by brick. And the mortar that holds it together is unconditional, un-condemning, unselfish love. The only way you'll know how good a job you've done is when it's tested by the storms of life. One of the most important keys to succeeding at home is - communication. So:

(1) Become creative. Spend time together as a family. Call your mate during the day and try to meet sometimes for lunch. Drive your kids to school or soccer practice so you can talk to them. Communication can happen anywhere, but it won't happen unless you make it a priority.

(2) Identify communication killers. Internet, cell phones and TV are the chief culprits. The average couple spends less than one hour a week in meaningful communication; they spend five times more each day watching television. This is a "screen test" you'll have to pass if you want to succeed at home.

(3) Encourage every member to speak their mind. And when they do, don't criticize or retaliate. Differences of opinion are healthy. Handled right, they can make things better.

(4) Be conscious of how you interact with your family. You may have unwittingly adopted a style that stifles communication. Stop and consider; do you: (a) retaliate - that has a degrading effect; (b) dominate - that has an intimidating effect; (c) isolate - that has a frustrating effect. (d) cooperate - that has an encouraging effect.

If you're in the habit of using any communication style other than a cooperative one, start working immediately to change it. You'll have to, if you want to build a good relationship with your family.


waio.org

[Meriweather]

It was impossible to get a conversation going; everybody was talking too much. (Yogi Berra)

[Meriweather]

Name three games you like to play.

Mine are:

1. Badminton
2. Ping Pong
3. Sequence

With that thought--everyone have a lovely, lovely day.

[noelle12]

Name three games you like to play.

Mine are:

1. Badminton
2. Ping Pong
3. Sequence

With that thought--everyone have a lovely, lovely day.

We have a family dinner with my husband's grandparents every other Sunday, and the three games that we play after dinner are

1. Train (dominoes)
2. Canasta
3. Phase 10

These aren't my favorites, but they are the games we play most often.

[RayMan]

It was impossible to get a conversation going; everybody was talking too much. (Yogi Berra)

A child of five would understand this. Send someone to fetch a child of five. (Groucho Marx) (http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/Groucho_Marx/)

[texan_rep]

OK, I'm Catholic, and I found this hysterical...

http://www.lolcatbible.com/images/thumb/2/2f/Abstinencegp5.jpg/250px-Abstinencegp5.jpg

[meggers49]

Name three games you like to play.

Mine are:

1. Badminton
2. Ping Pong
3. Sequence

With that thought--everyone have a lovely, lovely day.

mmmmm

1) pinochle

2) euchre

3) trivial pursuit

[Fire Watch]

OK, I'm Catholic, and I found this hysterical...

http://www.lolcatbible.com/images/thumb/2/2f/Abstinencegp5.jpg/250px-Abstinencegp5.jpg
:))

[meggers49]

Someone has taken over a Civic Center in Binghamton, NY. So far has killed four and may have at least 41 people being held as hostages.

There was a citizenship class going on at the time this occured.

[noelle12]

I read on Fox News that 13 people have been killed and the gunman committed suicide in the hostage situation in Binghamton, NY. I heard on the radio that two people were taken out in handcuffs. The police have not yet confirmed the number of dead in this tragedy.

[Hadassah]

Someone has taken over a Civic Center in Binghamton, NY. So far has killed four and may have at least 41 people being held as hostages.

There was a citizenship class going on at the time this occured.

:pray: :pray: :pray:

[Meriweather]

And in other news stories today....

....Dogs look like their owners.

[Meriweather]

I am thinking that breathing through one's nose is a thing to enjoy and appreciate. In fact, today, it has been a great luxury. I have not taken breathing for granted even once today.

I've had this viral infection the past two-three weeks, and for two solid weeks my nose was of absolutely no use. It is also very hard to talk and breathe at the same time when one does not have use of one's nose. Today, for the first time in a long time, I could talk and breathe at the same time. It was wonderful.

I declare this, Appreciate Your Nose Day. I'll bet the rest of you haven't thought of your nose even once today. Give it a pat. It does a good job for you.

[noelle12]

I think you should wait until tomorrow for nose appreciation day so as to afford it a full 24 hours of celebration

[Meriweather]

I think you should wait until tomorrow for nose appreciation day so as to afford it a full 24 hours of celebration

That's a good thought. However, then I decided that by tomorrow I'll probably be back to taking it for granted again.

How are you doing today, Noelle?

[Hadassah]

ah, the nose is a wonderful thing when it comes to breathing. When you breathe in air through your nose, the air is filtered, heated, and moistened before it enters the trachea. If the air wasn't filtered by the cilia in the nose, we'd get all kinds of chemicals, dust and dirt, viruses, and bacteria in our lungs.

[noelle12]

How are you doing today, Noelle?

I can't complain. I'm doing pretty well.

My most difficult time is definitely in the morning because my hubby is NOT a morning person, and my daughter tends to wake up fairly late, so my poor hubby has to do a LOT in not much time, and I can't help. It's really frustrating. It is much better when someone is here (like my MIL) who can take care of my daughter when she is ready to wake up, and my hubby only has to get himself ready.

During the day my daughter is usually in the care of someone else, and not in my home, so I just lay around. I actually made my (unborn) baby a little hat. A friend brought me a thingy and taught me how to do it. I'm not really crafty, so this was a major accomplishment.

Evenings are not bad. My hubby takes care of my daughter and me. Often someone from church brings dinner. Fortunately my daughter goes to bed really well most of the time, so that makes it a little easier on my hubby.

I'm scheduled to see my doctor every week. My next appointment is Monday, and each Monday for a while. They told me I'll be on bed rest until 36 weeks (a mere 7½ more weeks), but as time goes on they may loosen some of my restrictions. Right now I am pretty much restricted to bed only.

[RayMan]

ah, the nose is a wonderful thing when it comes to breathing. When you breathe in air through your nose, the air is filtered, heated, and moistened before it enters the trachea. If the air wasn't filtered by the cilia in the nose, we'd get all kinds of chemicals, dust and dirt, viruses, and bacteria in our lungs.

Aren't you the romantic. :rolleyes:

[noelle12]

I love my nose, even if it is just a little too big.

[Meriweather]

Dogs who look like their owners - (This one is cute)

http://www.guy-sports.com/fun_pictures/dogs_owners.jpg

[Meriweather]

http://www.guy-sports.com/fun_pictures/dog_look_alike.jpg

[Meriweather]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PvUgrq1-Flw/RvlRpIYap-I/AAAAAAAAANw/GWYaiyQXeVs/s320/3.jpg

[Hadassah]

Aren't you the romantic. :rolleyes:

Don't remember ever claiming to be one. :lol:

[Meriweather]

Don't remember ever claiming to be one. :lol:

Ah, who but a romantic could have chosen those dresses?

[blazer]

I am a romantic. always have been, always will be. Give me roses and candle light, long walks on the beach, holding hands. When I love someone or something, I love them with every ounce of my being! That kind of love will get you hurt sometimes.

[Meriweather]

I am a romantic. always have been, always will be. Give me roses and candle light, long walks on the beach, holding hands. When I love someone or something, I love them with every ounce of my being! That kind of love will get you hurt sometimes.

I remember the guy who broke my first heart. I was fourteen. One of the things I learned was when you give your heart, then give all of it. If the other person is careless and breaks it--you get to grow a new one. It's better, stronger, faster....

[Hadassah]

Ah, who but a romantic could have chosen those dresses?

I deny it with every fiber of my being. :snooty:

[blazer]

I remember the guy who broke my first heart. I was fourteen. One of the things I learned was when you give your heart, then give all of it. If the other person is careless and breaks it--you get to grow a new one. It's better, stronger, faster....

right Meri. My heart has been broken many times. But I manage to pick up the pieces and glue them back together and love again.

[Meriweather]

I deny it with every fiber of my being. :snooty:

How about, you are only romantic on occasion?

[RayMan]

Don't remember ever claiming to be one. :lol:

Oh, tough guy eh?

[Meriweather]

right Meri. My heart has been broken many times. But I manage to pick up the pieces and glue them back together and love again.

Mine only twice. The second time was by a three-year-old. That heart got rebuilt, too. Better, stronger, faster... Just like the Six Million Dollar Man.

[RayMan]

I deny it with every fiber of my being. :snooty:

Would that be natural fiber or synthetic?

Silk or Rayon?


(Rayon...:dance:)

[Hadassah]

Oh, tough guy eh?

I learned the hard way. :lol:

[Hadassah]

How about, you are only romantic on occasion?

Maybe........:mrgreen:

[Meriweather]

I learned the hard way. :lol:

I tell you, let them keep the heart they broke. Let it go. A better one is on the way.

[Meriweather]

Maybe........:mrgreen:

Don't make me go find a witness. :razz:

[RayMan]

I learned the hard way. :lol:

Don't worry I won't tell everybody what a mush-ball you really are. Oh wait, is this a pm? :hug:

[blazer]

Mine only twice. The second time was by a three-year-old. That heart got rebuilt, too. Better, stronger, faster... Just like the Six Million Dollar Man.

My heart was broken by boyfriends and friends and also losing family members. My brother broke my heart when he left his family for another woman.

[Meriweather]

My heart was broken by boyfriends and friends and also losing family members. My brother broke my heart when he left his family for another woman.

Family breaks can be the toughest.

[Hadassah]

Don't make me go find a witness. :razz:

You got nothing on me! Nothing, I tell ya!:shifty:

[Hadassah]

Don't worry I won't tell everybody what a mush-ball you really are. Oh wait, is this a pm? :hug:

I plead the 5th.

[blazer]

Family breaks can be the toughest.

I love my brother so much but he hurt so many people! please pray for him! His name is Rick.

[Meriweather]

I love my brother so much but he hurt so many people! please pray for him! His name is Rick.

He is now included in my prayers.

[Meriweather]

You got nothing on me! Nothing, I tell ya!:shifty:

Me thinks she dost protest too much. You romantic, you.

[Hadassah]

Me thinks she dost protest too much. You romantic, you.

Nah. It's just that a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do to protect her rep, ya know? :mrgreen: :twisted:

[blazer]

Good night Meri and haddie and all! :hug:

[RayMan]

Nah. It's just that a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do to protect her rep, ya know? :mrgreen: :twisted:

*cough* Avatar *cough* :cool:

[RayMan]

Good night Meri and haddie and all! :hug:

G'night Blazer.

[Meriweather]

Good night Meri and haddie and all! :hug:

Night, blazer. We will see you tomorow.

[CID_0687]

http://bestsmileys.com/sick/2.gif

[RayMan]

http://bestsmileys.com/sick/2.gif

I thought Thursday was Margarita night. :cool:

[Hadassah]

*cough* Avatar *cough* :cool:

My avatar says that just cause I'm a beautiful woman, don't think you can mess with me, cause I'm tough, too. :cool:

[Hadassah]

Good night Meri and haddie and all! :hug:

Good night, blazer. :hug:

[Hadassah]

http://bestsmileys.com/sick/2.gif

What is the matter, CID? :hug:

[Meriweather]

http://bestsmileys.com/sick/2.gif

Oh, no, CID! What's wrong?

[noelle12]

This is my dog. We look alike in that he likes to lie around all day long, and I lie around all day long, although mine is a temporary condition.

[Meriweather]

This is my dog. We look alike in that he likes to lie around all day long, and I lie around all day long, although mine is a temporary condition.

Unless you are the bearded lady, I would guess lying around is the only way you are remotely alike. He doesn't look like your daughter, either--which leaves your husband?

[RayMan]

My avatar says that just cause I'm a beautiful woman, don't think you can mess with me, cause I'm tough, too. :cool:

Tough compared to a toon rabbit maybe.


Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): Oh, no. Where's Roger?
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): Roger?. He chickened out on me back at the studio.

Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): No he didn't. I hit him in the head with a frying pan and put him in the trunk... so he wouldn't get hurt.
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): Makes perfect sense.

[noelle12]

Unless you are the bearded lady, I would guess lying around is the only way you are remotely alike. He doesn't look like your daughter, either--which leaves your husband?

Well, we're all a little shaggy. My husband's beard only exists for several days because that's how long it takes for me to get annoyed with his scratchy whiskers.

[CID_0687]

I thought Thursday was Margarita night. :cool:
It is. ;)

Feeling kinda puny...Started after my night out on the town...thought I just had a hangover...but now I'm getting a chills and a fever, all that good stuff...and hangovers don't last 3 days, I don't care who you are.

Prayers appreciated cause I've got a 6.5 hour drive back to Alabama tomorrow.

[RayMan]

It is. ;)

Feeling kinda puny...Started after my night out on the town...thought I just had a hangover...but now I'm getting a chills and a fever, all that good stuff...and hangovers don't last 3 days, I don't care who you are.

Prayers appreciated cause I've got a 6.5 hour drive back to Alabama tomorrow.


Sounds like malaria. Take some alka seltzer and tylenol.

[Hadassah]

Tough compared to a toon rabbit maybe.


Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): Oh, no. Where's Roger?
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): Roger?. He chickened out on me back at the studio.

Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): No he didn't. I hit him in the head with a frying pan and put him in the trunk... so he wouldn't get hurt.
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): Makes perfect sense.


Remember she also shot one of the bad guys in the movie?

[Meriweather]

It is. ;)

Feeling kinda puny...Started after my night out on the town...thought I just had a hangover...but now I'm getting a chills and a fever, all that good stuff...and hangovers don't last 3 days, I don't care who you are.

Prayers appreciated cause I've got a 6.5 hour drive back to Alabama tomorrow.

I'll be praying, CID. I had the chills and fever crud for a couple of weeks. At least twice I knew there was NO WAY I should have been behind the wheel, so be quadruply careful if you're driving tomorrow. I know you were ill a few months ago, so maybe (hopefully) your immune system is still active from that and you'll have a lighter case. Be sure you have an extra box or two of Kleenex as well.

[RayMan]

Remember she also shot one of the bad guys in the movie?

Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): [Aims a gun at Eddie Valiant] Valiant.
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): I always knew I'd get it in Toontown.
[as he turns around, A shadow of Judge Doom with a gun appears on the wall]
Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): Behind you!
[Shoots at the shadow; it falls back and the gun drops on the floor]
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): Drop it, lady!
Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): I just saved your life, and you still don't trust me?
Eddie Valiant (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001364/): I don't trust anybody or anything!
Jessica Rabbit (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000678/): Not even your own eyes?
[Points at the gun on the floor]

[Hadassah]

It is. ;)

Feeling kinda puny...Started after my night out on the town...thought I just had a hangover...but now I'm getting a chills and a fever, all that good stuff...and hangovers don't last 3 days, I don't care who you are.

Prayers appreciated cause I've got a 6.5 hour drive back to Alabama tomorrow.

Take Tylenol, drink plenty of water, and if you can get your hands on some Vitamin C and zinc, take those, too. (Don't take more than the recommended dose, though.) If you can't get your hands on them, at least drink OJ. :hug:

[RayMan]

Take Tylenol, drink plenty of water, and if you can get your hands on some Vitamin C and zinc, take those, too. If you can't, at least drink OJ. :hug:

And drink the OJ sans Vodka.

[Hadassah]

And drink the OJ sans Vodka.

Exactly!

[CID_0687]

I'll be praying, CID. I had the chills and fever crud for a couple of weeks. At least twice I knew there was NO WAY I should have been behind the wheel, so be quadruply careful if you're driving tomorrow. I know you were ill a few months ago, so maybe (hopefully) your immune system is still active from that and you'll have a lighter case. Be sure you have an extra box or two of Kleenex as well.
Yes m'am...I'll be driving, we're in two vehicles...I'll be careful.

[CID_0687]

Take Tylenol, drink plenty of water, and if you can get your hands on some Vitamin C and zinc, take those, too. (Don't take more than the recommended dose, though.) If you can't get your hands on them, at least drink OJ. :hug:
Yes m'am...I actually take a multivitamin everyday...:hug:

[RayMan]

Yes m'am...I actually take a multivitamin everyday...:hug:

You're getting older CID, you need something beyond your Flintstone's chewables.

[CID_0687]

You're getting older CID, you need something beyond your Flintstone's chewables.
But they taste so good Ray...It's such a great way to start the morning. :lol:

[noelle12]

But they taste so good Ray...It's such a great way to start the morning. :lol:

My 18 month old likes them too.

Feel better CID.

[CID_0687]

lol...thanks Noelle.

[blazer]

Good morning people! It's going to be a beautiful day! Get well soon CID! Come over to the cabin and I will fix you some homemade chicken noodle soup!

[Meriweather]

Yes m'am...I'll be driving, we're in two vehicles...I'll be careful.

Our prayers are with you today, CID. Remember, plenty of fluids and plenty of breaks! I know it will feel so good to be home. Sweet home, Alabama--isn't that the way these things go?

[Meriweather]

A top of the morning to you, too, blazer.

[blazer]

A top of the morning to you, too, blazer.

How r u this mornin Meri?

[Meriweather]

How r u this mornin Meri?

I am in fine shape. And you?

[blazer]

I am in fine shape. And you?

lazy and sleepy lol

[meggers49]

This is my dog. We look alike in that he likes to lie around all day long, and I lie around all day long, although mine is a temporary condition.

obviously over worked and underpaid..........

[meggers49]

It is. ;)

Feeling kinda puny...Started after my night out on the town...thought I just had a hangover...but now I'm getting a chills and a fever, all that good stuff...and hangovers don't last 3 days, I don't care who you are.

Prayers appreciated cause I've got a 6.5 hour drive back to Alabama tomorrow.

there's a high fever virus going around......flu negative though. just a sucky fevery thing... lots of fluids alternate tylenol with motrin (if you can take them) tylenol every 6 hrs motrin 3 hrs later than on the other 6 hrs....so you're taking something for fever every 3 hrs

[Hadassah]

Good morning people! It's going to be a beautiful day! Get well soon CID! Come over to the cabin and I will fix you some homemade chicken noodle soup!

Here it's in the 30's, with wind, rain, and possibly snow.

[Meriweather]

Morning Devotional

If there is anything praiseworthy-meditate on these things. (Philippians 4:8)


Find Something to Praise God For

General Robbie Risner described the seven years he spent as a prisoner of war as "the essence of despair." He said, "If you could have squeezed the feeling out of the word despair, it would have come out lead-colored, dingy and dirty."

What's amazing is how he survived. He pried the cover off a floor drain in his cell and lowered his head into the opening. There he noticed a solitary blade of grass, the only smidgeon of color in his colorless world. Calling it a blood transfusion for the soul, Risner began each day in prayer, lying on the floor of his cell with his head down the vent, focused on that single blade of grass.

Jesus said, "Your eye...provides light for your body. When your eye is good, your whole body is filled with light. But when your eye is bad, your whole body is filled with darkness" (Mt 6:22-23).What are you looking at? Each day you get to decide where you'll focus. And you won't have to look hard to find things to complain about: war, gas prices, the economy, global warming, and crime.

God gave Adam and Eve everything they needed in the Garden of Eden, but they chose to focus on the one thing they couldn't have. He divided the Red Sea, sent signs to guide the Israelites in the wilderness and provided food so they'd never go hungry. Initially, "They... sang his praise. But...soon forgot what he had done" (Ps 106:12-13).

Don't be like that. The Bible says, "If there is anything praiseworthy - meditate on these things." Surely you can find something to praise God for today!


waio.org

[Meriweather]

And from the Yogi Berra collection today....

Once, Yogi's wife Carmen asked, "Yogi, you are from St. Louis, we live in New Jersey, and you played ball in New York. If you go before I do, where would you like me to have you buried?"

Yogi replied, "Surprise me."

[noelle12]

obviously over worked and underpaid..........

of course:cool:

[Meriweather]

Religion Forum Post of the Week

We do a good job here in the Religion Forum with launching threads that begin good debates. What we have less of are threads that launch us into quiet, reflective waters. Such threads softly drift off the front page all too quickly. I know the following one touched a group of us--including RayMan and me.

It is human nature to not truly listen to another with concentration, 100% focus. The mind usually wanders to response, reflection, or a simple desire that they speak in specifics and quit rambling on. Listening is, unfortunately, an art. The bottom line is that most rarely hear what is actually said.

The above is related to a physical conversation where you not only hear but also see those speaking to you. An ideal time conducive to acknowledgment (listening) of statements made.

But, what about non-physical conversation? A time when concentration and focus are paramount?

Some say God does not answer. But then.... how well do they listen?

<Link> (http://forums.hannity.com/showthread.php?p=51657481#post51657481)

--Lee Kington--

[Abe]

Hello everyone. Long time no visit...

[Meriweather]

Hello everyone. Long time no visit...

Abe! It is so good to see you! How are you doing?

[Hadassah]

Hello everyone. Long time no visit...

Welcome back, Abe! :hug:

[blazer]

Hi Abe! :)

[RayMan]

obviously over worked and underpaid..........

Noelle or the dog?

[meggers49]

Religion Forum Post of the Week

We do a good job here in the Religion Forum with launching threads that begin good debates. What we have less of are threads that launch us into quiet, reflective waters. Such threads softly drift off the front page all too quickly. I know the following one touched a group of us--including RayMan and me.

interestingly, I had this conversation with my daughter the other day. She was praying for her sweetie. she said, "I haven't heard God answering, so I'm just gonna keep on praying". I asked her if she sat quiet long enough to hear him answer. I said, maybe he's answering but you're drowning him out??

Apparently, however He was listening because (and thank you everyone) he is much better and is home.

[meggers49]

Hello everyone. Long time no visit...

speak of the devil...........



how ARE you?? welcome back!! we've missed you!

[meggers49]

Noelle or the dog?

yes

[Meriweather]

interestingly, I had this conversation with my daughter the other day. She was praying for her sweetie. she said, "I haven't heard God answering, so I'm just gonna keep on praying". I asked her if she sat quiet long enough to hear him answer. I said, maybe he's answering but you're drowning him out??

Apparently, however He was listening because (and thank you everyone) he is much better and is home.

I am glad to hear Mario is better. How are you today, Meg?

[Hadassah]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*

[Hadassah]

interestingly, I had this conversation with my daughter the other day. She was praying for her sweetie. she said, "I haven't heard God answering, so I'm just gonna keep on praying". I asked her if she sat quiet long enough to hear him answer. I said, maybe he's answering but you're drowning him out??

Apparently, however He was listening because (and thank you everyone) he is much better and is home.


And then there's people like me, who get convinced that when they hear from God, it's just a product of their own imagination. :))

[blazer]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*

Naw I never have days like that! sure every day!

[Hadassah]

Naw I never have days like that! sure every day!

:hug::hug::hug:


I'm like this with one kid, I can't imagine how I'd be if I ever had my dreams of more kids, either via birth, adoption, or foster care. :eek:

(Of course, the fact that I work 2 jobs now is irrelevant now, right? ) :shifty:

[blazer]

:hug::hug::hug:


I'm like this with one kid, I can't imagine how I'd be if I ever had my dreams of more kids, either via birth, adoption, or foster care. :eek:

(Of course, the fact that I work 2 jobs now is irrelevant now, right? ) :shifty:

two jobs! Jobs are scarce around here! Work is so slow! You would be a wonderful mother to many children! :hug:

[Hadassah]

two jobs! Jobs are scarce around here! Work is so slow! You would be a wonderful mother to many children! :hug:

Thank you. :hug: You are a great mom of your 4. :hug:



I just pray that if that dream ever comes true, I am much more organized than I am now. :))

[blazer]

Thank you. :hug: You are a great mom of your 4. :hug:



I just pray that if that dream ever comes true, I am much more organized than I am now. :))

I have a poem for you. I am going to find it!

[blazer]

A Hundred Years From Now

it will not matter what my bank account was,
the sort of house I lived in, the kind of car I drove..
But the world may be different ..because I was important in the life
of a child.

[blazer]

ty for saying I am a great mom, I wish I was a better, more loving, more patient mom!

[RayMan]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*


Robert Hunter may have said it best:



The wheel is turning
and you can't slow down
You can't let go
and you can't hold on

You can't go back
and you can't stand still
If the thunder don't get you
then the lightning will

[RayMan]

yes


:dance:

[Hadassah]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*

Well, got 4 loads of laundry done, the stairs swept (again, did it last night to), and the dishes put away. Got a shower in and now, I'm off to work. Ta-ta, y'all!

After that, I have to get groceries, put them away, and get about 5 hours of sleep before I get up for work tomorrow morning.

[Meriweather]

Well, got 4 loads of laundry done, the stairs swept (again, did it last night to), and the dishes put away. Got a shower in and now, I'm off to work. Ta-ta, y'all!

After that, I have to get groceries, put them away, and get about 5 hours of sleep before I get up for work tomorrow morning.


:hug:

You sound organized enough to me! Have a good day, Hadassah, and may God's blessings surround you.

[RayMan]

Well, got 4 loads of laundry done, the stairs swept (again, did it last night to), and the dishes put away. Got a shower in and now, I'm off to work. Ta-ta, y'all!

After that, I have to get groceries, put them away, and get about 5 hours of sleep before I get up for work tomorrow morning.

It's good to be da Queen. :cool:

[Meriweather]

It's good to be da Queen. :cool:

For a moment I thought you were speaking of yourself. :eek:

[noelle12]

For a moment I thought you were speaking of yourself. :eek:

Are you certain that he's not?

[RayMan]

For a moment I thought you were speaking of yourself. :eek:

I knew SOMEBODY was going to make a remark of that sort.

I will not be moving to Iowa anytime soon, thank you very much.

[RayMan]

Are you certain that he's not?

Back away from the computer and get back into bed young lady.

[RayMan]

Boy, try to help a sista (Hadassah) out. Sheesh.

[Meriweather]

Boy, try to help a sista (Hadassah) out. Sheesh.

For that, along with our teasing, you get bonus points and a pat on the back.

[meggers49]

I am glad to hear Mario is better. How are you today, Meg?

I'm well thank you, Meri, and in the process of making Easter Bread. I wish I could share some with each of you!

I hope you are well also and are having a lovely day.

[meggers49]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*

isn't that the definition of housewife and mother?

[Meriweather]

I'm well thank you, Meri, and in the process of making Easter Bread. I wish I could share some with each of you!

I hope you are well also and are having a lovely day.

Fresh bread! Yummy!

It's Saturday, and I'm hopping around doing the housework, posting in betwixt, and driving daughters hither and yon. The usual Saturday, but comforting all the same.

[Mimiheart]

My baby is four today.

[meggers49]

My baby is four today.

happy birthday baby.


enjoy the party mimi....


my baby is almost 20........it flew by.

[RayMan]

My baby is four today.

http://www.google.com/images?q=tbn:4tssWDqfm81u0M::msp220.photobucket.co m/albums/dd228/ila64/happy-birthday.jpg

[Mimiheart]

happy birthday baby.


enjoy the party mimi....


my baby is almost 20........it flew by.
We're not really doing a party party. Just some cake and friends and family at my mother's hotel.

[Meriweather]

My baby is four today.

Happy birthday, Sweet Four-Year-Old! It's a nice age. I hope you have a pleasant time with family and cake, Mimi.

[Mimiheart]

So at my father's birthday party last week, his friend tried to convert me, again. (This is a longstanding tradition every time we get together. I'm used to it, now.) This time, I happened to have a Hebrew/English Tanach in my car, as I came straight from work. I showed it to him... he said it was wrong because it didn't have Genesis in it. I told him that Beresheet WAS Genesis, just the Hebrew name for that book. He said he couldn't find it. I had to explain to him that since Hebrew goes right to left, the books are backwards.

[blazer]

Well, got 4 loads of laundry done, the stairs swept (again, did it last night to), and the dishes put away. Got a shower in and now, I'm off to work. Ta-ta, y'all!

After that, I have to get groceries, put them away, and get about 5 hours of sleep before I get up for work tomorrow morning.

You go Haddie! You rock!

[Meriweather]

So at my father's birthday party last week, his friend tried to convert me, again. (This is a longstanding tradition every time we get together. I'm used to it, now.) This time, I happened to have a Hebrew/English Tanach in my car, as I came straight from work. I showed it to him... he said it was wrong because it didn't have Genesis in it. I told him that Beresheet WAS Genesis, just the Hebrew name for that book. He said he couldn't find it. I had to explain to him that since Hebrew goes right to left, the books are backwards.

:hug: Sounds like your father's friend can recognize a good person to have on one's side.

(I hope it wasn't too rough for you.)

[meggers49]

So at my father's birthday party last week, his friend tried to convert me, again. (This is a longstanding tradition every time we get together. I'm used to it, now.) This time, I happened to have a Hebrew/English Tanach in my car, as I came straight from work. I showed it to him... he said it was wrong because it didn't have Genesis in it. I told him that Beresheet WAS Genesis, just the Hebrew name for that book. He said he couldn't find it. I had to explain to him that since Hebrew goes right to left, the books are backwards.

:wall::wall:

[Abe]

Abe! It is so good to see you! How are you doing?Much better, thank you.

[Meriweather]

Much better, thank you.

It is good to see you posting again. I've missed you.

[Abe]

Abe! It is so good to see you! How are you doing?Much better, thank you.

[Abe]

Welcome back, Abe! :hug:Thank you.

[Meriweather]

Anyone heard from CID?

[Abe]

Hi Abe! :)Heya...

[Abe]

speak of the devil...........



how ARE you?? welcome back!! we've missed you!Had to go, polish my horns :)):))

[Abe]

Has anyone ever had days where they look at all the things they've accomplished and realize that no one would ever know how much they've done because there's so much they haven't done? *sigh*My state of being.

[Abe]

a hundred years from now

it will not matter what my bank account was,
the sort of house i lived in, the kind of car i drove..
But the world may be different ..because i was important in the life
of a child.amen!!!

[Abe]

My baby is four today.
Mazal Tov
מזל טוב

[Abe]

It is good to see you posting again. I've missed you.Thank you, dear Meri. I've missed the forum and all the good friends I have here.

[Meriweather]

Thank you, dear Meri. I've missed the forum and all the good friends I have here.

The place just isn't the same without you, Abe. When are you going to be calling for ME coffee?

[Hadassah]

:hug:

You sound organized enough to me! Have a good day, Hadassah, and may God's blessings surround you.

Trust me, I'm not. You haven't seen my house. :eek:


May God's blessings surround you, as well. :hug:

[Hadassah]

It's good to be da Queen. :cool:

When did I get demoted from Empress to Queen? :eek: You'd think someone would have sent me the memo. :doh:







:))

[Meriweather]

ccccciiiiddddccccciiiidddd!!!!


(I think I just made a thread call out.)

[Hadassah]

A Hundred Years From Now

it will not matter what my bank account was,
the sort of house I lived in, the kind of car I drove..
But the world may be different ..because I was important in the life
of a child.

Beautiful. Thank you. :hug:

[Hadassah]

My baby is four today.

Happy birthday, sweetheart! :dance:

[Abe]

The place just isn't the same without you, Abe. When are you going to be calling for ME coffee?Right now!!!

[CID_0687]

Anyone heard from CID?
:D

Been on the road all day....a 6.5 hour drive turns into 8 with two 4 year olds...We made it home at 10:30pm...it's 1:19AM now and I'm still winding down...it's nice to be home.

[smyrna]

Good Sunday morning to all.

The Son and sun are shining brightly this morning. I hope everyone has a super day with the Lord today. Enjoy your family and go see some friends. Lets spread good cheer throughout the land today.

Better get started...

[Hadassah]

Cops murdered in California and Pittsburgh. Parents murdering their children. People going on rampages and murdering others before killing themselves. Wars, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes. And so much other pain, man-made or otherwise. And then there's the pain and suffering our friends and family, as well as we ourselves, go through. How do we pray? It seems as if it would take hours and we don't know when the next disaster is going to strike, or when the next psycho is going to use his (or her) assault rifle on others.



Oh Lord God, so much pain..........

[smyrna]

Cops murdered in California and Pittsburgh. Parents murdering their children. People going on rampages and murdering others before killing themselves. Wars, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes. And so much other pain, man-made or otherwise. And then there's the pain and suffering our friends and family, as well as we ourselves, go through. How do we pray? It seems as if it would take hours and we don't know when the next disaster is going to strike, or when the next psycho is going to use his (or her) assault rifle on others.



Oh Lord God, so much pain..........

Hadassah, when things are at their worst, we must be at our best.

The financial mess appears to be in the psyche of many people and manifesting itself in these horrendous crimes. I have not seen an example quite like these that we have witnessed this past week in my lifetime. Use your influence with the Lord Jesus in your heart, to settle things down around you and use your gifts to fix what ever you can.

In this darkness, the smallest of light can be seen more clearly by all.

[Meriweather]

Right now!!!

Now is is!

http://www.coffee-illuminated.com/image-files/brewing-turkish-coffee.jpg

[Meriweather]

:D

Been on the road all day....a 6.5 hour drive turns into 8 with two 4 year olds...We made it home at 10:30pm...it's 1:19AM now and I'm still winding down...it's nice to be home.

It's good to hear you and your family are now safely home. How are you feeling today, any better?

[meggers49]

Cops murdered in California and Pittsburgh. Parents murdering their children. People going on rampages and murdering others before killing themselves. Wars, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes. And so much other pain, man-made or otherwise. And then there's the pain and suffering our friends and family, as well as we ourselves, go through. How do we pray? It seems as if it would take hours and we don't know when the next disaster is going to strike, or when the next psycho is going to use his (or her) assault rifle on others.



Oh Lord God, so much pain..........

remember the Bible says 'these are the beginning of woes' and that things would be like birth pangs. which means things will be speeding up and getting worse. Jesus said we should pray that we can withstand the time of the trial. Maybe our prayer should be,

Dear Lord, things are getting worse and worse at a faster and faster pace. I have no idea how to pray or who to pray for, so I'm praying for everyone, that we may be able to withstand the time of the trial.
As it says in the psalm, "be with me Lord, when I am in trouble, be with me Lord, I pray." I ask your help and protection for myself and all your creation. Be with us Lord and protect us. See us through this. We ask this in the glorious name of your son, Jesus. Amen.

[Abe]

Now is is!

http://www.coffee-illuminated.com/image-files/brewing-turkish-coffee.jpgWow! It's the real stuff...
Thanks, Meri.

[blazer]

good morning all!

[meggers49]

Now is is!

http://www.coffee-illuminated.com/image-files/brewing-turkish-coffee.jpg

I watched that being made on tv once. I looks like reeeeeally strong coffee syrup.

[Meriweather]

Cops murdered in California and Pittsburgh. Parents murdering their children. People going on rampages and murdering others before killing themselves. Wars, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes. And so much other pain, man-made or otherwise. And then there's the pain and suffering our friends and family, as well as we ourselves, go through. How do we pray? It seems as if it would take hours and we don't know when the next disaster is going to strike, or when the next psycho is going to use his (or her) assault rifle on others.



Oh Lord God, so much pain..........

In times like these, the thought which stabilizes me is, The question is not IF we will suffer, but HOW will we suffer.

Suffering is not only that which is personal, but also family, community, nation, world. One of the things I address in prayer each day is how I will suffer. I like it because it present a picture of stepping up to the plate instead of running and hiding under the bed (which is the picture if conjures up for me).

Using the word how, also focuses me on the way I will handle suffering, and of course, that conjures up Christ handling suffering. He remained silent. He comforted and encouraged others. He accepted help. He laid down his life. The he arose again.

One caveat about silence: It's one thing to remain silent through a trial that only lasts a short part of the day--and quite another thing to remain silent for days on end. I discovered people who do not need to whine--but they do need to vent. There is a balance to remaining quiet.

[Meriweather]

Wow! It's the real stuff...
Thanks, Meri.

Nothing but the best for you. Ready for a new day on the boards?

[Meriweather]

Good morning, blazers and meggers!

I just listened to the rhythm of that. "Blazers and meggers." Maybe it would be fun to compose a Good Morning jingle to greet all of us here.

[blazer]

Good morning, blazers and meggers!

I just listened to the rhythm of that. "Blazers and meggers." Maybe it would be fun to compose a Good Morning jingle to greet all of us here.

Oh that would be fun! I hope you all have a beautiful day blessed by God above! :hug:

[Abe]

I watched that being made on tv once. I looks like reeeeeally strong coffee syrup.The ME rule of thumb is, if the spoon stays upright and doesn't lean to one side or the other, the coffee's right.

[Abe]

Nothing but the best for you. Ready for a new day on the boards?You betcha...

[Meriweather]

Morning Devotional


I have stilled and quieted my soul. (Psalm 131:2)


Having a Peaceful State of Mind


One of the greatest stress inducers we face daily is noise. We live in a noisy world. To enjoy a more peaceful atmosphere - we must create one! So find a place where you won't be interrupted and learn to enjoy simply being quiet for a while. If you're a high-energy, time-conscious, results-oriented individual with too much to do and not enough time to do it, you'll discover this is not easy. And before you start thinking, "This is not very spiritual," take a moment and consider these four Scriptures:

(1) "The fruit of righteousness will be peace; the effect of righteousness will be quietness and confidence forever" (Isa 32:17).

(2) "Better one handful with tranquility than two handfuls with toil and chasing after the wind" (Ecc 4:6).

(3) "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business" (1Th 4:11).

(4) "Be still, and know that I am God" (Ps 46:10). You can't live a continually noisy life and expect to walk in peace.

Jesus made sure He had seasons of peace and time alone. Nobody had a greater life's purpose or more incessant demands placed upon Him than He did. Yet the Bible says, He "often withdrew to lonely places and prayed" (Lk 5:16). Surely if Jesus needed this type of lifestyle, you do too. Spending quiet time with God is essential to restoring your body, your mind and your emotions. The truth is, you need it regularly, so insist on having it and don't let anyone take it from you. Work your schedule around God - don't try to work God in around your schedule.


waio.org

[RayMan]

:D

Been on the road all day....a 6.5 hour drive turns into 8 with two 4 year olds...We made it home at 10:30pm...it's 1:19AM now and I'm still winding down...it's nice to be home.

Glad to hear all are safe.

[meggers49]

The ME rule of thumb is, if the spoon stays upright and doesn't lean to one side or the other, the coffee's right.

lends new meaning to "chip out a cup"...lol

[Meriweather]

From Yogi Berra's store of quirky observations:


You give 100 percent in the first half of the game, and if that isn't enough in the second half you give what's left.

[Hadassah]

Morning Devotional


I have stilled and quieted my soul. (Psalm 131:2)




waio.org


I'm going to find all of the devotionals you have posted here and save the ones that are most meaningful to me in a folder on my desktop. They are so helpful to me now, so I'm sure they will be in the future, as well.


Thank you for all your hard work. :hug:

[CID_0687]

It's good to hear you and your family are now safely home. How are you feeling today, any better?
Whatever the bug was that was biting me the other day has ceased...I'm just flat wore out now, looking forward to a few days of R&R.

[Meriweather]

I'm going to find all of the devotionals you have posted here and save the ones that are most meaningful to me in a folder on my desktop. They are so helpful to me now, so I'm sure they will be in the future, as well.


Thank you for all your hard work. :hug:

You are very welcome. I get so much out of them myself; they truly are a pleasure to do. CID (the guy who is supposed to be doing the morning devotionals) introduced me to the waio site (since I was his back-up). Most of the what I select comes from there, even though I usually have time to review what's happening on another two or three sites. rbc is also one of my favorites.

[Meriweather]

Whatever the bug was that was biting me the other day has ceased...I'm just flat wore out now, looking forward to a few days of R&R.

Hey! I was just speaking of you, you old scallywag! I'm happy to hear you are past the bug. You deserve a few days of R&R. (I take it R&R means Roast Beef and Root Beer?)

[CID_0687]

Hey! I was just speaking of you, you old scallywag! I'm happy to hear you are past the bug. You deserve a few days of R&R. (I take it R&R means Roast Beef and Root Beer?)
Dang sure don't mean Rutabagas and Rabbits.

Speaking of me you say? I thought my ears were burning...it was all bad I hope. :D

[Meriweather]

Dang sure don't mean Rutabagas and Rabbits.

Speaking of me you say? I thought my ears were burning...it was all bad I hope. :D

Rhubarb and Radishes perhaps?

We were talking about how certain Pentecostals leave all the morning devotional posting to certain Catholics.

[CID_0687]

Rhubarb and Radishes perhaps?

We were talking about how certain Pentecostals leave all the morning devotional posting to certain Catholics.
:redface:

Well, I could probably start doing them again, at least for now....until I go to Dallas next week.

[Meriweather]

:redface:

Well, I could probably start doing them again, at least for now....until I go to Dallas next week.

I could tease you and ask where you think the Holy Spirit is dwelling these days--with the Catholics or the Pentecostals.

However, I'll take pity on your weariness and admit that the Catholic has taken most of the devotionals from the Pentecostal site. Seems likely the Spirit is with both.

[CID_0687]

I could tease you and ask where you think the Holy Spirit is dwelling these days--with the Catholics or the Pentecostals.

However, I'll take pity on your weariness and admit that the Catholic has taken most of the devotionals from the Pentecostal site. Seems likely the Spirit is with both.
I believe your assumption is correct...we can probably find the Spirit in all points in between as well.


Well, except for the Baptists. :shifty:

Someone needs to alert hben and cbut1...this should be fun. :twisted:

[blazer]

I am a baptist. :)

[Meriweather]

I believe your assumption is correct...we can probably find the Spirit in all points in between as well.


Well, except for the Baptists. :shifty:

Someone needs to alert hben and cbut1...this should be fun. :twisted:

I see someone isn't as tired as he says--not if he's up to taking on both hben and cbut1. And blazer! Go get him, blazer!

[CID_0687]

I am a baptist. :)
:hug:

[CID_0687]

I see someone isn't as tired as he says--not if he's up to taking on both hben and cbut1. And blazer! Go get him, blazer!
Aside from the fact that I haven't been able to move from my recliner for the last 2 hours, I'm up for a tussle...I need to eat dinner first though. :)

[Meriweather]

Aside from the fact that I haven't been able to move from my recliner for the last 2 hours, I'm up for a tussle...I need to eat dinner first though. :)

Up for tussle? That reminds me...

First, have that nice family dinner, help with the dishes, and that will give me time to think.

[Hadassah]

Aside from the fact that I haven't been able to move from my recliner for the last 2 hours, I'm up for a tussle...I need to eat dinner first though. :)

Does we really need to know what your bedtime plans are with your wife? :snooty: :twisted: :))

[RayMan]

I am a baptist. :)

We still love ya. :hug:

[blazer]

I see someone isn't as tired as he says--not if he's up to taking on both hben and cbut1. And blazer! Go get him, blazer!

I will let cbut1 fight that battle. He is better at debate. :)

[blazer]

We still love ya. :hug:

That is so sweet! I love you all too! :hug:

[blazer]

:hug:

:hug:

[CID_0687]

I will let cbut1 fight that battle. He is better at debate. :)
Won't be much of a debate.

I'm right, he's wrong. :whistle:

[RayMan]

Won't be much of a debate.

I'm right, he's wrong. :whistle:

And there you have it folks. Next subject please.

[Meriweather]

And there you have it folks. Next subject please.

Bacon.

[RayMan]

Bacon.

CID? Care to elucidate and elaborate on the wonder which we call Bacon?

[CID_0687]

CID? Care to elucidate and elaborate on the wonder which we call Bacon?
Bacon is all the proof I need that there is a God, and He is loving and kind.

[Meriweather]

We're not going to discuss Sir Francis Bacon? I suppose that's another subject that qualifies as politcal discussion and not allowed here?

[CID_0687]

meh

[Meriweather]

meh

Do you know that meh spelled backwards is hem? I don't feel like sewing tonight, either.

[free2B]

We're not going to discuss Sir Francis Bacon? I suppose that's another subject that qualifies as politcal discussion and not allowed here?

"Sir Francis Bacon (later Lord Verulam and the Viscount St. Albans) was an English lawyer, statesman, essayist, historian, intellectual reformer, philosopher, and champion of modern science. Early in his career he claimed “all knowledge as his province” and afterwards dedicated himself to a wholesale revaluation and re-structuring of traditional learning. To take the place of the established tradition (a miscellany of Scholasticism, humanism, and natural magic), he proposed an entirely new system based on empirical and inductive principles and the active development of new arts and inventions, a system whose ultimate goal would be the production of practical knowledge for “the use and benefit of men” and the relief of the human condition."

"It is yet a higher speech of his than the other, “It is true greatness to have in one the frailty of a man and the security of a god.”

"No pleasure is comparable to the standing upon the vantage-ground of truth."

"A little philosophy inclineth man’s mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men’s minds about to religion." 5

"Virtue is like a rich stone,—best plain set."
Of Beauty.


"God Almighty first planted a garden." 10
Of Gardens.


"And because the breath of flowers is far sweeter in the air (where it comes and goes, like the warbling of music) than in the hand, therefore nothing is more fit for that delight than to know what be the flowers and plants that do best perfume the air."
Of Gardens.

above are some quotes from Bacon meri:cool: see we can still stay on topic!