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Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... October, November and December 2016
October 1, 2016 | JustAmy; Meg33, The Mayor; Trisham;

Posted on 10/01/2016 10:47:43 AM PDT by 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,

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Thank you for coming by and sharing part of yout Sunday here and for your lovely messages, beautiful poetry, graphics,
prayers and music.
I Wish You A Blessed Lord's Day Evening


701 posted on 12/11/2016 4:12:06 PM PST by MEG33 (God Bless Our Troops, ;Our Leaders And Our Nation)
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Enjoy the beauty!


702 posted on 12/11/2016 4:17:11 PM PST by MEG33 (God Bless Our Troops, ;Our Leaders And Our Nation)
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That’s a lovely candle display. Very nice.


703 posted on 12/11/2016 4:34:13 PM PST by TheConservativeParty (TRUMP 45 Meet the new boss, not the same as any old boss.)
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Thank you, (((TCP))).


704 posted on 12/11/2016 4:36:10 PM PST by MEG33 (God Bless Our Troops, ;Our Leaders And Our Nation)
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Thank you for the Beautiful Sunday Pings, Dear FRiends.
(((((Love, Hugs, and God Bless)))))


705 posted on 12/11/2016 10:12:06 PM PST by Kitty Mittens (To God Be All Excellent Praise!)
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The Money


December 12, 2016

You cannot serve both God and money. Matthew 6:24

Early in my career while doing work that I saw as more of a mission than a job, another company offered me a position that would give a significant increase in pay. Our family could surely have benefited financially from such a move. There was one problem. I hadn’t been looking for another job because I loved my current role, which was growing into a calling.

But the money . . .

I called my father, then in his seventies, and explained the situation. Though his once-sharp mind had been slowed by strokes and the strain of years, his answer was crisp and clear: “Don’t even think about the money. What would you do?”

In an instant, my mind was made up. The money would have been my only reason for leaving the job I loved! Thanks, Dad.

Jesus devoted a substantial section of His Sermon on the Mount to money and our fondness for it. He taught us to pray not for an accumulation of riches but for “our daily bread” (Matt. 6:11). He warned against storing up treasures on earth and pointed to the birds and flowers as evidence that God cares deeply about His creation (vv. 19–31). “Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness,” Jesus said, “and all these things will be given to you as well” (v. 33).

Money matters. But money shouldn’t rule our decision-making process. Tough times and big decisions are opportunities to grow our faith in new ways. Our heavenly Father cares for us.

Never confuse temptation with opportunity.
INSIGHT:

One of the most remarkable aspects of today’s reading is the harmony our Lord maintains between a heavenly perspective and the practical issues of daily life. He uses examples in nature to show how our heavenly Father tenderly cares for animal and plant life. Since we are of far more value than they are, Christ counsels us to trust Him to care for us one day at a time (v. 34).


706 posted on 12/12/2016 5:17:05 AM PST by The Mayor (Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
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*Good Monday Morning To Amy's Place*


We are in for a no freeze week.
Thinking of those who are having colder days.
*HUGS*



707 posted on 12/12/2016 6:33:54 AM PST by MEG33 (God Bless Our Troops, ;Our Leaders And Our Nation)
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In the winter she curls up around a good book
and dreams away the cold.

Ben Aaronovitch

Happy Monday, Everyone!

708 posted on 12/12/2016 6:53:13 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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Now homesick.... : )


709 posted on 12/12/2016 7:34:02 AM PST by stephenjohnbanker (My Batting Average( 1,000) since Nov 2014 (GOPe is that easy to read))
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Wow! We had an inch or so last night, but it had turned to rain by 4AM this morning.


710 posted on 12/12/2016 7:38:36 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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I’d like two months of winter. December and January would be fine. :)


711 posted on 12/12/2016 7:40:54 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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To: trisham

: )


712 posted on 12/12/2016 8:10:24 AM PST by stephenjohnbanker (My Batting Average( 1,000) since Nov 2014 (GOPe is that easy to read))
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Got the driveway cleared, and now we await the arctic cold. Three above zero tonight. I see they are guessing twelve below next weekend! Oh noes!

Cheers from the frozen tundra!


713 posted on 12/12/2016 9:54:53 AM PST by TheConservativeParty (TRUMP 45 Meet the new boss, not the same as any old boss.)
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Hey, I have a stack of books like that too. Love to read before bedtime. I lack the fireplace however!


714 posted on 12/12/2016 9:57:03 AM PST by TheConservativeParty (TRUMP 45 Meet the new boss, not the same as any old boss.)
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I love having a fireplace, especially when we lose power.


715 posted on 12/12/2016 10:43:04 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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Thank you to Everyone for the Monday Pings & Posts.
(((((Goodnight, and God Bless)))))


716 posted on 12/12/2016 11:54:50 PM PST by Kitty Mittens (To God Be All Excellent Praise!)
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Good News!


December 13, 2016

Look, there on the mountains, the feet of one who brings good news, who proclaims peace! Nahum 1:15

World news bombards us from the Internet, television, radio, and mobile devices. The majority seems to describe what’s wrong—crime, terrorism, war, and economic problems. Yet there are times when good news invades the darkest hours of sadness and despair—stories of unselfish acts, a medical breakthrough, or steps toward peace in war-scarred places.

The words of two men recorded in the Old Testament of the Bible brought great hope to people weary of conflict.

While describing God’s coming judgment on a ruthless and powerful nation, Nahum said, “Look, there on the mountains, the feet of one who brings good news, who proclaims peace!” (Nah. 1:15). That news brought hope to all those oppressed by cruelty.

A similar phrase occurs in the book of Isaiah: “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation” (Isa. 52:7). 

Nahum and Isaiah’s prophetic words of hope found their ultimate fulfillment at the first Christmas when the angel told the shepherds, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord” (Luke 2:10–11).

The most important headline in our lives every day is the very best news ever spoken—Christ the Savior is born! 

The birth of Jesus is the best news the world has ever received!
INSIGHT:

We can associate “good news” of peace from war (Nahum 1:15) with the “good news” of Jesus’s birth (Luke 2:10). We might imagine a huffing, puffing runner (in Nahum 1:15)—like the famed runner to Sparta for whom “marathon” is named—who has come a long distance. Is he now pausing “on the mountains” to shout to hearers in the valley, “The war is over!”? No wonder the herald’s “feet” are celebrated—he “proclaims peace!” (1:15). In Old Testament thought “peace” (shalom) is not just the absence of war; it is a full-orbed idea that represents wellness and wholeness. Have you received the Christ who Himself, through His death, is the believer’s peace? (Eph. 2:14–15).


717 posted on 12/13/2016 4:29:52 AM PST by The Mayor (Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
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Good Morning Everyone
~Happy GratiTuesday To Amy's Place~


Thanking God every day for my many blessings.
My dear FRiends are among those blessings.
I Wish You A Very Grateful Day


718 posted on 12/13/2016 7:51:51 AM PST by MEG33 (God Bless Our Troops, ;Our Leaders And Our Nation)
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Happy Gratituesday!






May You Have a Day Filled with Sunshine!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

719 posted on 12/13/2016 8:01:29 AM PST by left that other site (You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
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First Snow

Snow makes whiteness where it falls
The bushes look like popcorn balls
And places where I always play
Look like somewhere else today

Beautiful feathery flakes of snow
Over the woodland and field they go
Making a blanket so warm and deep
Over the flowers that lie asleep

Mary Louise Allen



A Happy GratiTuesday to everyone here at Amy's Place!




720 posted on 12/13/2016 8:02:52 AM PST by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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