Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... February, 2012

2-1-2012 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Many Friends

[JustAmy]

Welcome To....


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and those who enjoy poetry.
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Never Forget!





Bad Penny



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




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[oldteen]

I’m doing just fine, thanks for asking! :)

[Kitty Mittens]

I'm Sorry you have to Wait Another Week, Dave! :(

(((((Loving and Heartfelt Prayers)))))

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you for your Sweet Posts, my FRiends!

[lonestar]

I love Dianna Ross. Saw her in Vegas years ago. She did her show in sequins and furs and after several encores and we didn’t leave...she came out in Levi’s and a sweatshirt and did another 30 minutes...and she “got down.” I think she enjoyed it as much as we did. She was relaxed and just sang.

[The Mayor]

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Flawed
February 10, 2012 A well-known actor commented that he enjoyed playing “flawed” characters in movies because people could relate better to an imperfect character. Most of us would agree that it’s easier for us to understand people who aren’t perfect because we know that we are imperfect.

God included stories in the Bible of people who were deceitful, weak, unreliable, and angry. Take Jacob, for example, who deceived his father so that he would receive a blessing (Gen. 27:1-29). Then there was Gideon, who was so unsure of God that he asked Him twice for proof that He would be faithful to do what He said He would do (Judg. 6:39). And then there’s Peter, who for fear of his own safety, denied even knowing his friend and Lord (Mark 14:66-72).

But when we read the rest of their stories, we observe that these people were able, with God’s help, to overcome their shortcomings and ultimately be useful to Him. That happened when they depended not on themselves but on God.

Just like the people who lived thousands of years ago, each of us comes with flaws. But by God’s grace we can overcome those imperfections by embracing His “strength [which] is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor. 12:9).

God’s strength is made perfect in weakness,
For when we are weak He is strong;
He gives us His grace and His power
To overcome in us what’s wrong. —Sper

It’s good to learn of our weakness
if it drives us to lean on God’s strength.

Read: Genesis 27:6-23

My strength is made perfect in weakness. —2 Corinthians 12:9

Bible in a year:
Numbers 18-20

[jaycee]

Wearing Red....

For Our Wonderful Troops!

[jaycee]

Thank you for a great message today, Mr. Mayor!

[MEG33]

Happy TGIF To Amy's Place

Wear Red On Friday To Support Our Troops

Wishing you all a beautiful weekend

[JustAmy]

I loved watching that video. It looked like she was having as much fun as the football players were.

When my friend, Ann, and I went to Branson several years ago, one of the shows we saw was Charlie Pride. I was so impressed, he worked his butt off. I loved his show.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Rus.

Thank you for sharing ODB again this morning. It helps to get the day started on the right path.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Jaycee.

Thank you for showing Love for our troops.

Hope you are feeling better today.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Meg.

Those kids are so cute and they ARE supporting the troops. :)

Have a wonderful Friday.

[JustAmy]

February 10, 2012

"Wear Red" Friday

You will soon see a lot of people wearing Red on Fridays. Here's why..... The Americans, who support our troops, are the silent majority. We are not "organized" to reflect who we are, or to reflect what our opinions are. Many Americans, like yourself, and all their friends, simply want to recognize that Americans support our troops. Our idea of showing our solidarity and support for our troops is starting Friday and continuing on each and every Friday, until this is over, that every red-blooded American who supports our young men and women, WEAR SOMETHING RED.

Word of mouth, press, TV -- let's see if we can make the United States, on any given Friday, a sea of red much like a home football game at a University. If every one of our memberships share this with other acquaintances, fellow workers, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee that it will not be long before the USA will be covered in RED - and make our troops know there are many people thinking of their well-being. You will feel better all day Friday when you wear Red! So let's get the word out and lead by example; wear RED on Fridays.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. FOR US, THEIR BLOOD RUNS RED!! GOD BLESS AMERICA.

From an email on June 10th, 2006 - the author is unknown.

[JustAmy]

Graphic by Billie

[left that other site]

It's Friday!

Just came back from doing my taxes. Ungh!



ML/LTOS
(El Kabong)

[jaycee]

How adorable are those dogs dressed in Red! Thank you, Amy!

[MEG33]

Your opening doggies are wonderful Thank you! BBL..My computer has been freezing on me..Hope it isn’t “sick”.

[jaycee]

Another little doggie
for your collection!

[jaycee]

Not good!! ;o(

I must start writing checks now! Not good either! :o(

[geologist]

We are all flawed, what is important is knowing God and our attitude and choices which all have consequences. I have a friend, outstanding, wonderful friend. She is “new age” for 20 years now, to which she turned as a result of her parents being killed in an automobile accident.

She turned to The Church of Religious Science. This friend is gifted with the gift of hospitality. Marvelous and she loves it. We have drifted apart because she is not interested in seeking God or discussing any religion other than hers. She does not read the Holy Bible. “It is as she believes”, so look for the good and do good and all is well. We are a god to ourself.' Pretty much sums it up.

She is positive thinking. Helpful, but believes it is a law ... ‘what she believes, that is what will happen’. It effected me a bit and I moved away from the friendship.

Sad really, we were close, working in real estate and seeing each other everyday. I moved away to another state, for a time and returned later, We are now having lunch now and then.

'We are to seek God. We must first believe there is a God,' and read his instructions. Sorry I'm rambling. She is a great person that does not love Jesus and only agrees he was a good teacher. I do pray for her to come to faith. It was not good for me to hear ever time I was with her how all we need to do is to think good thoughts and we will attract good to us, ...

She says, 'if you find your religion works for you, I am glad'.

Father, God, forgive us we know not what we do, thank thee for thy mercy, love, blessing and all good, in Jesus name, amen