Smile — sunshine is good for your teeth. ~Author Unknown
I’ve never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful. ~Author Unknown
Before you put on a frown, make absolutely sure there are no smiles available. ~Jim Beggs
A smile confuses an approaching frown. ~Author Unknown
A smile takes but a moment, but its effects sometimes last forever. ~J.E. Smith
Just posting about smiling has got me smiling. 🙂 Blessings, Lisa
“The innocent brightness of a new born day is lovely yet.”
-William Wordsworth
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3 :23
Your day, brand new, given to you, all wrapped up by God. Enjoy seeing what’s inside. Slainte, Lisa
All these choices I’ve posed this week has gotten me thinking about all sorts of things. More serious choices where I don’t always get to pick the outcome, things that happen that affect the rest of what happens. When I was a kid, I had a fairly serious operation on my ankle that left me laid up for a few months and kept me out of exercise for a year or so. It caused me to have a lot of time on my hands to read and to play the piano, which I think caused me to have a deep deep love for each and affected who I became. So, in a way, I’m thankful for that injury/surgery, because the pain resulted in a great thing in my life. (although I wouldn’t have said that at the time)
Would you rather….a)live in an exotic locale with no close ties to family or friends or b)live in a normal (?) environment close to family and friends?
Would you rather….a) have responsibilities or b) have no responsibilities, ever?
Would you rather….a) have a pain-free, trouble-free life or b) go through some trials along the way?
Hard choices…praise God, we don’t usually have to pick these outcomes, because I would probably pick all the easy ones and stay immature all my life. 🙂 God in his mercy knows what we need and don’t need in our lives so that we can become more like Him. We just need to trust, childlike, and try to enjoy the ups and downs. (easier said than done, for sure)
May your trials and challenges all give you a beautiful ending. Hang in there. Blessings, Lisa
Giant drumroll please……….number one on my top Irish groups/singers is here. Let’s countdown my favorite 5 so far:
5. The High Kings 4. Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh 3. The Chieftains 2. Cara Dillon
And Number 1 is U2. They have provided the soundtrack for many moments in my life, and I appreciate their music so much. Here’s a favorite concert moment, “Where the Streets Have No Name” from Boston 2001. “What can I give back to God for the blessings He’s poured out on me? I’ll lift high the cup of salvation; a toast to God. I’ll pray in the name of God;
I’ll complete what I promised God I’d do…” (from Psalm 116; The Message) Be blessed today, and have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day! Slainte, Lisa
There was a time in my life when I romanticized living in the past…walking around with crinolined skirts all day, riding by horse and wagon to town, dancing in ballrooms. You get the idea. But the past few days showed me the wonders of our modern day and all its conveniences. Like many others, we lost power due to the March snowstorm that hit the east coast. No showers, no working toilets, no warm stoves and no computers. And I realized how much I love those things and appreciate the marvels of technological advancements. That first shower last night after the power roared back to life….I now feel moved to compose a tribute. 🙂
“Ode to Hot Water”
Sluggish, stiff and lank, the people waited
Stepping into steamy streams of warmth, they rejoiced
Muscles relaxed, scents of soaps and shampoos surfaced
Standing longer than they should, the water surrounded and comforted
For a time, the people did not take for granted
If you are blessed with hot water and warmth today, rejoice! Slainte, Lisa
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