Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... December, 2009

December 1, 2009 | 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. : )

[Billie]

How pretty, Meg! We did get snow - when I woke up, it was all white outside, and around noon the flurries were pretty thick. It was wet and cold but not enough to cover the grass. Enough that I don’t like being out in it though!

[jaycee]

Sounds so good on this cold, cold day! I am like you....I am sick of this terribly cold weather! Here in Tennessee, we are still likely to have more snow and it could be a lot of it!!

I called out for spaghetti and picked it up for my dinner tonight. It was delicious!

[Dubya]

“The Law of the Garbage Truck”

“One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us.
My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches! The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us. My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was really friendly.

So I asked, “Why did you just do that? That guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!”

This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, “The Law of the Garbage Truck.”

He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage — frustration, anger, disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they’ll dump it on you.

Don’t take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on.

Don’t take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.

The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day. Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don’t.”

[jaycee]

Enjoyed this a lot, Dubya...thank you!

[pandoraou812]

Welcome to FR! hugs Pandy

[TheConservativeParty]

That was a very good story Dubya. Great advice.

In a related sentiment to your story, my Aunt Mickey once told me, and I wrote it down,,,

“If it doesn’t count for eternity, don’t mess with it!”

[tiapam]

Hi, This is pretty new to me. Thanks so much for the welcome.It means alot! Hugs to you, as well!

[pandoraou812]

I remember when I first found FR & would post to the last person on the thread. Everyone was very nice to me & quite understanding. I am very happy you are here. Hugs & prayers Pandy

[GodBlessUSA]

Good Morning
Lovely posts. I'm still enjoying going through them. The snow animation is so beautiful. And with the with the birds, Gorgeous!

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas. Ours was fun visiting with family. Did miss Coastie not being home for Christmas.

It's freezing!! ;) I'm feeling a bit run down but recharging now. :)

Wishing you all a wonderful day!!

[pollywog]

Good Morning GB!

I am enjoying the beautiful graphics here at Amy’s Place.
Truly this past year Amy’s pathway has been a lovely and yes comforting pathway to walk.

I’m glad you got to be with family for Christmas.

I am also feeling that “ let down” feeling, but I’m looking forward to 2010.

Happy New Year to you !!

Polly

[pollywog]

Welcome to FreeRepublic and to Amy’s Place tiapam.

Polly~in Los Angeles

[pollywog]

Just catching up on some posts over the past few days!
This is a keeper Dubya!!

Happy New Year!

Polly

[pollywog]

Oh ConservativeParty, I have added that as my tagline!
That is the answer I needed this morning to a problem I am facing right now.!!

[The Mayor]

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December 30, 2009

Bad Idea?

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READ: Hebrews 10:22-39

Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith. —Hebrews 10:22

The former athlete had neglected his body for too long, so he began an exercise routine. The first day, he did several push-ups and went for a light jog. The next day, more push-ups, a few sit-ups, and a longer run. Day 3: exercises and a mile-and-a-half run. On Day 4, our ex-athlete in re-training woke up with a sore throat.

Then he did one more exercise: He jumped to the conclusion that exercising was a bad idea. If all he got out of his huffing and puffing was sickness, it wasn’t for him.

Let’s examine another scenario. A Christian, realizing he has neglected his relationship with God, begins a new spiritual routine of Bible-reading and prayer. But after just a few days, some problems arise in his life. What does he conclude? Like the ex-athlete, should he decide that his spiritual quest was a bad idea and that it didn’t do any good? Certainly not.

We don’t pray and read the Bible to get a perfect, trouble-free life. Pursuing God is not cause and effect. We do it because it draws us closer in our relationship with the One who is perfect. The pursuit of godliness will not exempt us from trouble (2 Tim. 3:12). But a life dedicated to loving and pursuing God (Heb. 10:22) is always a good idea—no matter what happens.

The time we spend with God each day
Through prayer and reading of His Word
Will help us face what comes our way
And draw us closer to the Lord. —Sper

The roots of stability come from being grounded in God’s Word and prayer.

Bible in One Year: Zechariah 13-14; Revelation 21

[JustAmy]

December 30, 2009


Graphic by MamaBear

Snowflakes are kisses from heaven.
~Author Unknown

When snow falls, nature listens.
~Antoinette van Kleeff

Where does the white go when the snow melts?
~Author Unknown

A snowflake is one of God's most fragile creations,
but look what they can do when they stick together!
~Author Unknown

Snowmen fall from heaven... unassembled.
~Author Unknown

There's one good thing about snow,
it makes your lawn look as nice as your neighbor's.
~Clyde Moore

[PGalt]

Another OUTSTANDING graphic by MamaBear sure brings a smile to my face!

[lonestar]

Caan I go to Amy's?

Weinie

[JustAmy]

[jaycee]

This is just so adorable. You can really see their joy! Thank you ladies! Sweet little quotes also!

[tiapam]

Thank you for the welcome! I feel like the new kid on the block!