Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... February, 2013

2-1-2013 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Meg33, 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. : )

[left that other site]

That’s an AMAZING resemblance!
Just...WOW!

[MEG33]

We are under a severe thunderstorm watch that radar indicates should occur about posting time this morning..so I am going to go ahead and post the Sunday opening now.

Happy Lord’s Day!

[MEG33]

~Welcome To Sunday At Amy's Place~

"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world
gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it
be afraid.”
John 14:27
~Blessings To All Who Enter Here~

[The Mayor]

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Greek Fire
February 10, 2013

Greek fire was a chemical solution that was used in ancient warfare by the Byzantine Empire against its enemies. According to one online source, it was developed around ad 672 and was used with devastating effect, especially in sea warfare because it could burn on water. What was Greek fire? Its actual chemical composition remains a mystery. It was such a valuable military weapon that the formula was kept an absolute secret—and was lost to the ravages of history. Today, researchers continue to try to replicate that ancient formula, but without success.

One source of catastrophic destruction among believers in Christ, however, is not a mystery. James tells us that the source of ruin in our relationships is often a very different kind of fire. He wrote, “The tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body” (James 3:6). Those strong words remind us how damaging unguarded words can be to those around us.

Instead of creating the kind of verbal “Greek fire” that can destroy relationships, families, and churches, let’s yield our tongue to the Holy Spirit’s control and allow our words to glorify the Lord.

It seems, Father, that sometimes we are our own
worst enemies. Forgive us for speaking destructively
to fellow Christians, and teach us to use wise words
that can encourage and build their walk with You.

To bridle your tongue, give God the reins of your heart.

Read: James 3:1-12

The tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire by hell. —James 3:6

Bible in a Year:
Leviticus 8-10; Matthew 25:31-46

[luvie]

Good morning! Thanks for the beautiful lesson from God’s Word! It’s always needed for inner peace!

[GailA]

I'm going to walk those golden streets are you?

Dolly Parton -- Golden Streets Of Glory

[jaycee]

~~Wishing You a Blessed Sunday~~

[left that other site]

A BIG Amen to That!

[Diver Dave]

Good Morning/Afternoon to Amy’s Place.

The following link I’m presenting is “The Battle Hymn of the Republic”.

The first verse is sung by elementary students and then four high school choirs join in.

Might want to grab a Kleenex or two.

http://www.greatdanepro.com/Battle%20Hymn/index.htm

[MEG33]

Good Sunday Afternoon

The Mayor: Wonderful devotion, Rus. Thank you for starting our day off
right today and every day.
GailA:Thank you for the music and beautiful graphic.
Jaycee;Lovely graphic and wonderful scripture...Thank you!
Diver DaveThese young voices really move me..Thank you for bringing this
wonderful presentation of "The Battle Hymn Of The Republic" and
tribute to our troops.

I Wish You A Blessed Sunday Afternoon

[jaycee]

Meg, your flowers are so beautiful. Those two colors go so good together. Thank you so much!!

[jaycee]

This presentation was wonderful, Dave. I don’t think I’ve ever listened to this song without teary eyes. Thank you for posting this beautiful music for us today.

[MEG33]

Thank you, (((jaycee))).
The storms during the early morning hours barely hit here..although the area did get some good rainfall in nearby counties..(and power outages and a tornado warning)..

It was a fast mover that is bringing tornado warnings in Mississippi and Alabama now..
I would have loved more rain but glad we missed the power outages and tornadoes!

[jaycee]

Meg, speaking of storms, I love spring and am looking forward to it, however, thats when we have those hard spring rains and storms and storms with blowing winds and side-ways rains truly scare me. I have some large trees (back and front.) In the back I have large pine trees and they are on a little slope. They have been wonderful for privacy. I’ve had two to fall and one of those tore my little outside building down. I’ve replaced the building now, but then, I think of the storms again.

I’ve lost 2 trees by storms and had one extra one cut down. It costs a lot for clean-up, even when they fall on their own. And it cost a lot more to get one cut down and then cleaned up. But when you own a home, there is always something to be done. Those trees were barely up to my knees when they were planted many years ago. Isn’t it funny we don’t think about them becoming giant trees someday. (And then we are older and have to hire everything done.) And back then, we didn’t think of getting older. Life is funny that way.

[MEG33]

Tree removal is costly! I remember your storms and tree damage. Spring has been here lately ..though I know more cold weather will surely come before real spring arrives.

[MEG33]

Goodnight Dear FRiends

Thank you all so much for coming by today and sharing your lovely comments,
scripture, graphics, blessings and music.
May God bless you with a pleasant evening and restful sleep

~May God Keep Safe All Who Serve Our Country~

[The Mayor]

Thank you Meg. Things have been so busy here in NY with out constant fight for our Rights under the 2nd Amendment my head has been spinning. Our Rights are under assault and we have to stop this here before it catches on nation wide. If you hear anything about the fight in NY you know I am somewhere in the midst of it.

[Kitty Mittens]

Breathtaking Graphic and Frame, Dear Meg, and Beautiful Scriptures.

(((((Thank you with All my Heart for the Blessing)))))

[Kitty Mittens]

Precious Pictures, Dear Potlatch. Your Daughters are So Sweet!

(((((Hugs)))))