Hello my friends! Today we had such cold winds, that when Linus was going to plow out some parts of Lori's driveway, the wind chill got him so cold he quit fast! So tomorrow again will be cold, the high will be -2. It's predicted to get down to -20 tonight! I'm so grateful to have our in-floor heat and warm house! Another blessing was - Lori came for supper to pick up Ollie who was here for the day, and she showed me something new! Would you believe mashed cauliflower for mashed potatoes? I have to say it looks like, and even can taste like mashed potatoes especially with some gravy on it. We're eating without carbs for suppers and trying all kinds of good ideas. She actually found this on Pintrest! Now that I know how to make it, first cook the cauliflower, then put in food processor and processed till smooth with adding a little coconut milk to it, some chives, and salt and pepper and it's it! Now you learned something new!!! My hand is okay again today! Praise God! I'm sure those raisins and gin are helping or it'd be much worse!! The raisins and gin sure kept Linus from going to the chiropractor often! Well, please come again, and join us with counting your blessings, our everyday blessings that much of the time go un-noticed, and we just want to thank our God for all His blessings! May you all have a very blessed night and day tomorrow!
Much time is spent fearing that which isn't really there in the first place.
Lord, help me conquer my fears and overcome my difficulties as they
happen rather than giving up and letting my difficulties overcome me.
S C R I P T U R E F O R T H E D A Y
"Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes
refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, until the
destroying storms pass by." ~Psalm 57:1
M E D I T A T I O N F O R T H E D A Y
"My soul is restless until it finds its rest in Thee." A river flows
on, until it loses itself in the sea. Our spirits long for rest in
the Spirit of God. We can yearn to realize a peace, a rest, a
satisfaction that we have never found in the world or its pursuits.
Some of us are not conscious of our need, and can shut the doors
of our spirits against the Spirit of God. That makes it difficult for
us to find true peace.
P R A Y E R F O R T H E D A Y
I pray that I may feel the divine unrest. I pray that my soul may
find its rest in God.
THINK OF JESUS
Think of JESUS
there beside you,
like a friend
who is glad to know you-
Feel the comfort
of HIS presence
and the kindness.
Think of JESUS
warmly smiling,
telling stories,
sharing laughter,
Bringing joy
that lights the moment,
peacefulness
that lingers after...
Think of JESUS
speaking gently
with a glow
of love about HIM,
And you will feel
the calm assurance
that you will never
be without HIM.
-- Author Unknown
Too Often
Too often we don't realize
what we have until it is gone
Too often we wait too late to say
"I'm sorry - I was wrong."
Sometimes it seems we hurt the ones
we hold dearest to our hearts
And we allow foolish things
to tear our lives apart.
Far too many times we let
unimportant things into our minds
And then it's usually too late
to see what made us blind.
So be sure that you let people know
how much they mean to you.
Take that time to say the words
before your time is through.
Be sure that you appreciate
everything you've got
And be thankful for the little things
in Life that mean a lot.
Growing old surrounded by those we love
is a privilege denied to many
Never leave behind regrets.
This dense, fruity cake calls for ingredients by way of scriptural
references. Ingredients are grouped for ease of method explanation.
SCRIPTURE CAKE
Makes 8 to 10 servings
Part 1
3/4 cup (180 ml) Psalms 55:21
1 cup (250 ml) Jeremiah 6:20
3 Jeremiah 17:11
1/4 cup (60 ml) Judges 4:19
1 tbsp (15 ml) I Samuel 14:25
Part 2
2 1/4 cups (560 ml.) Leviticus 6:15
1/4 tsp (1 ml) Leviticus 2:13
1 tbsp (15 ml) Amos 4:5
1 tsp (5 ml) II Chronicles 9:9
Part 3
1 cup (250 ml) I Samuel 30:12
1 cup (250 ml) Numbers 13:23
1/2 cup (125 ml) Numbers 17:8
Heat the oven to 350 F (180 C). Lightly coat 4 mini loaf pans with baking
spray (a blend of oil and flour).
PART 1:
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the first ingredient until
light and creamy. Add the second ingredient and beat until fluffy, about 2
minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl after the first minute.
One at a time, add the third ingredient, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the fourth and fifth ingredients. Set aside.
PART 2:
In a large mesh strainer or flour sifter, combine the ingredients listed in
Part 2. Sift the ingredients together onto a sheet of parchment paper or
into a bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup (60 mL) of the mixture.
With the mixer on low, add half of the remaining Part 2 mixture to Part 1.
Mix only until thoroughly blended, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the remaining Part 2 mixture and mix until blended to create the batter.
PART 3:
In a medium bowl, combine the Part 3 ingredients. Add the reserved Part 2
mixture and toss to lightly coat. Add this mixture to the batter and use a
silicone spatula to gently fold it in.
Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pans, filling them three - quarters
full.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted at the center comes
out clean. Cool on a rack for 15 minutes, then remove the cakes from the
pans and cool completely before serving. If desired, dust with powdered
sugar.
SPIRITUAL BEAUTY HINTS
FOR WRINKLED BROWS
Try the well-known cream
SWEETNESS OF TEMPER
It tones up the facial muscles,
reduces wrinkles and is very uplifting.
FOR THE LIPS
Use the marvelous lipstick
SILENCE
It is particularly good for lips
that have been distorted
by uncharitable gossip.
FOR LOVELY HANDS
There is really only one preparation
GENEROSITY
Get a large size jar.
FOR FACIAL TONE
Expose the face to the morning air
HOLY MASS
is particularly refreshing and uplifting.
FOR CLEAR EYES
Faithful care with tried and true
protective preparation
MODESTY
For best results we recommend that you carry it wherever you go.
AN IDEAL CONDITIONER AND BEAUTIFIER
HOLY COMMUNION
A WONDER CLEANSING AGENT
CONFESSION
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