Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... July, 2008

July 1, 2008 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie

[JustAmy]

Welcome To....


'Amy's Place' welcomes all poets
and those who enjoy poetry.
'Amy's Place' is more than just about poetry.
Come in, relax, and share with fellow FReepers
your thoughts about any of the things on the *Menu*.

Enjoy! :)











Never Forget!





Bad Penny



Amy's personal guardian ~
the ever charming, lovable, huggable,
LouieWolf




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[DollyCali]

dressed up my little brother.. at 4 years old.

he never forgave me for taking pix & sharing them!!!

[La Enchiladita]

Dying laughing here.... ROFL!!!!!!

Poor bro, don’t blame him for being unforgiving, even as I laugh at his expense.... Too much!!!

Bad Dolly:):)

[potlatch]

I know the pain and my thoughts are with you.

[potlatch]

Thank you Amy, that was very sweet of you!

[The Mayor]

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July 11, 2008

Savor The Flavor

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READ: Galatians 3:26-29

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. —Galatians 3:28

America has often been called “a melting pot.” But obviously that is not the case. Politicians tend to fuel sensitivity to class and color divisions for their own gain. Gender tensions abound. Generational differences are more marked than ever. In fact, cultural observers are starting to say that the “melting pot” metaphor is outdated—that the goal should be a cultural “stew” in which the distinct taste of each ingredient is enhanced by the contribution of the other ingredients.

In a world where pride and prejudice abound, Jesus offers us the joy of unity across all the lines that so easily divide us. In His church, the unique flavors of our diverse backgrounds can complement each other, united “through faith in Christ Jesus” (Gal. 3:26) and empowered by His Spirit and our submission to His principles. In Him our diversity doesn’t divide but rather unites and enriches us as we recognize that we all have Jesus, His Word, and His ways in common. As we embrace Him together, our differences become secondary and our mutual love for Him drives us to love each other as He has loved us.

Jesus is the master mixer! In His kingdom, pride and prejudice are out, and love and mutual acceptance are the order of the day.

Within the church of Jesus Christ
The joys of unity abound
When love accepts diversity
And prejudice cannot be found. —Sper

Christ’s love creates unity in the midst of diversity.

Bible in One Year: Ezra 1–3; Proverbs 4:18-27

[GodBlessUSA]

Good Morning The Mayor :)
Thank you!

I hope you are having enjoying your summer so far!

[The Mayor]

Hi, yes we are doing well. It has been hot and humid here lately and I have been busy working.

[GodBlessUSA]

It has been awful with humidity. This 2 day break is wonderful. I hope you have the break from it also. Tomorrow back to hot and humid. Don’t work too hard! ;)

[JustAmy]

July 11, 2008



Graphic by Billie

Why God Made Little Boys

God made a world out of His dreams,
of wondrous mountains, oceans and streams.
Prairies and plains and wooded land,
then paused and thought, I need someone to stand
on top of the mountains, to conquer the seas,
explore the plains and climb the trees.
Someone to start out small and grow,
sturdy, strong like a tree and so...

He created boys, full of spirit and fun,
to explore and conquer, to romp and run.
With dirty faces, banged up chins,
with courageous hearts and boyish grins.
When he had completed the task He’d begun,
He surely said, "That’s a job well done."

~ Unknown ~

[JustAmy]

Within the church of Jesus Christ
The joys of unity abound
When love accepts diversity
And prejudice cannot be found.
—Sper-

Good morning, Rus. Thank you for today's scripture.
Also, thank you for your contribution yesterday and everyday.

With record temperture of 112 yesterday, I didn't spend much time online.
Today is suppose to be another hot one but hopefully not as bad as yesterday.

Have a Blessed Weekend.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, GeeBee. Great to see you today.

It's been kinda hectic around here.
Today is the last day of VBS for Marissa. This is her second one.
She had 2 weeks of swim lessons between the two.
I may send her to another one on the 21st.
She enjoys going and it gives her time with other kids.

Hope you have a great weekend.

[JustAmy]

Yesterday I went to the doctor for my yearly physical. My blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was high, I’d gained some weight, and I didn’t feel so hot.

My doctor said eating right doesn’t have to be complicated and it would solve my physical problems. He said just think in colors... fill your plate with bright colors.. greens, yellows, reds, etc.

I went right home and ate an entire bowl of .......






And sure enough, I felt better immediately. I never knew eating right could be so easy

[seoul62]

Giggles, thank you for that Friday pick me up. Seriously My Late Father-(of Irish Ancestry) diet: Meat, Potatoes, Bread and Butter, Beer, no Tomato Sauce or Pasta, nor Rice or Tofu could never understand nor consume any of the Items on My Mother’s-(of Japanese Ancestry) diet: Fish, Rice, Tofu and Vegetables but putting it into perspective - My Mother’s diet was better for your health. I could eat from both but I do not eat enough vegetables./Just Asking - seoul62......

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Everyone.

Today we can continue to celebrate Kid Day or we can celebrate ....
Swimming Pool Day
Blueberry Muffin Day
Cheer Up Day
Try Caviar Day

Hmmm ... Try caviar Day ....No thanks.

Happy Swimming Pool Day!

[JustAmy]

Good Morning, Seoul62.

I am kinda a picky eater.

I eat several vegetable but I do not eat very much fish unless canned tuna counts. :)

I've put chicken with some vegetables in the crockpot for dinner tonight.
This will be the first time I've cooked it this way.
I would prefer that dish of M & M's. LOL

Have a great weekend.

[seoul62]

Just Amy, Thank you again for the rainbow of colors greeting!!!!!! Such a pick-me-upper for Friday!!!!!! I love M and M’s plain and peanut. Tonight we are taking my Mother-In-Law, for some good Cantonese cuisine tonight. Have a nice weekend./Just Asking - seoul62........

[pollywog]

Good Morning Amy and All!
I have been AWOL for a week here. Just stopping in to say hello. We have granddaughter and daughter coming nightly to stay after treatment at UCLA Center. I am hardly having time to take a deep breath these days.

Because she also has autism, it is creating a problem in treatment...
Grandma is tired but still alive!!

Waving HELLO’s ......
Polly

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Polly.

I've been wondering how things are going with you.
Hope your granddaughter is receiving the treatment she needs.

Marissa has kept me busy since summer vacation started.
All my idea but sometimes it is difficult to find a minute for ourselves.
Hope you can find a little time to relax this weekend.
Take care of yourself and have a great Day.

[luvie]

We're your best friend in time of trouble!
*smack*

[yorkie]

Why God Made Little Girls

Author: Henry Alfred Dixon

God made the world with its towering trees,
Majestic mountains and restless seas.
Then stopped and said, “It needs one more thing,
Someone to laugh and dance and sing.
To walk in the woods and gather flowers,
To commune with nature in quiet hours.”

So God created little girls.
With laughing eyes and bouncing curls.
With joyful hearts and infectious smiles,
Enchanting ways and feminine wiles.

And when He'd completed the task He'd begun,
He was pleased and proud of the job He'd done.
For the world when seen through a little girl's eyes,
Greatly resembles His own paradise.