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Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... January - December, 2024
JustAmy[creator], The Mayor, luvie, left that other site
Posted on 01/01/2024 3:15:48 PM PST by luvie
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TOPICS: Chit/Chat; Miscellaneous; Poetry; The Poetry Branch
KEYWORDS: amysplace; friendship; january2024; poetry
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To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; luvie; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
May 23
Look to the Skies
The heavens declare the glory of God.
Psalm 19:1Alex Smalley wants everyone to wake up earlier—or perhaps pause more at day’s end. Why? To gaze at sunrises and sunsets. Those fleeting moments are the most beautiful, awe-inspiring times of the day, according to Smalley, the lead researcher of a British study on awe-inducing weather effects. Even more than blue skies or glittering nightscapes, a stunning sunrise or sunset can improve mood, increase positive emotions, and decrease stress. Smalley says, “When you see something vast and overwhelming or something that produces this feeling of awe, your own problems can feel diminished and so you don’t worry so much about them.”
His findings on wonder echo those of the prophet Jeremiah: “Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you” (Jeremiah 32:17).
King David also beheld God’s creation, declaring, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge” (Psalm 19:1-2). As for the sun, “It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth” (v. 6). God’s glorious creation reflects the all-powerful Creator. Why not take time today to look to the skies and marvel in Him!
Reflect & Pray
Where is your favorite place to view a sunrise or sunset? When you behold the heavens, what do you discover about God?
In Your glorious heavens, Father, You show me the wonder of Your power.
901
posted on
05/23/2024 7:15:08 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Dear Jesus, please help me to follow Your example and extend kindness when I’ve been wronged)
To: The Mayor
902
posted on
05/23/2024 10:44:04 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
Thankful for spring gardens. Happy Thankful Thursday! |
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903
posted on
05/23/2024 11:02:01 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; ...
Happy Thankful Thursday.
Thankful For The Rain...Really.
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
904
posted on
05/23/2024 12:12:13 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(For what is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed ...to be brought out. Mk 4:22)
To: left that other site
905
posted on
05/23/2024 12:29:23 PM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: luvie; left that other site; Kitty Mittens
Happy Thamkful Thursday!
Just got back from dog training class.
Henry is very interested in the other doggos and loves his teacher.
Was hot here today, middle 80s.
Got a whole flower garden planted this morning.
Woo hoo!
😅
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; luvie; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
May 24
Correction with a Kiss
God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness.
Hebrews 12:10 In his parable
The Wise Woman, George MacDonald tells the story of two girls, whose selfishness brings misery to all, including themselves, until a wise woman puts them through a series of tests to help them become “lovely” again.
After the girls fail each test and suffer shame and isolation, one of them, Rosamond, finally realizes she can’t change herself. “Couldn’t you help me?” she asks the wise woman. “Perhaps I could,” the woman replied, “now that you ask me.” And with the divine help symbolized by the wise woman, Rosamond begins to change. She then asks if the woman would forgive all the trouble she’s caused. “If I had not forgiven you,” the woman says, “I would never have taken the trouble to punish you.”
There are times when God disciplines us. It’s important to understand why. His correction isn’t driven by retribution but by a fatherly concern for our welfare (Hebrews 12:6). He also desires that we may “share in his holiness,” enjoying a harvest of “righteousness and peace” (vv. 10-11). Selfishness brings misery, but holiness makes us whole, joyful, and “lovely” like Him.
Rosamond asks the wise woman how she can love a selfish girl like her. Stooping to kiss her, the woman replies, “I saw what you were going to be.” God’s correction too comes with love and a desire to make us who we’re meant to be.
Reflect & Pray
How have you understood God’s discipline in the past? How might He have disciplined you recently in order to make you more lovely?
Father God, thank You for Your correction, as painful as it can be. You bring it for my good.
907
posted on
05/24/2024 7:32:27 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Dear Jesus, please help me to follow Your example and extend kindness when I’ve been wronged)
To: TheConservativeParty
Lookit you...getting stuff done. I’m glad that Henry is loving his training class. I hope he’ll continue to enjoy it. And you, too!
908
posted on
05/24/2024 10:45:09 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
U S Military Academy~Mansions Of The Lord
Mansions Of The Lord Ronan Tynan
To fallen soldiers let us sing Where no rockets fly nor bullets wing Our broken brothers let us bring To the Mansions of the Lord No more bleeding, no more fight No prayers pleading through the night Just divine embrace, eternal light To the Mansions of the Lord. Where no mothers cry and no children weep We will stand and guard though the angels sleep Through the ages safely keep The Mansions of the Lord.
NEVER FORGET THEM! ON THEIR BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY! HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!
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909
posted on
05/24/2024 11:12:05 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
910
posted on
05/25/2024 11:43:21 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
911
posted on
05/26/2024 5:43:52 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; ...
Memorial Day
Gratitude and Honor To Those Who Gave All For Our Freedom.
ML/LTOS
912
posted on
05/26/2024 6:32:18 AM PDT
by
left that other site
(For what is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed ...to be brought out. Mk 4:22)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
913
posted on
05/27/2024 10:47:12 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
Grateful for naps with buddies. Happy GratiTuesday! |
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914
posted on
05/28/2024 8:10:28 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; ...
Happy Gratituesday!
Everybody Into The Pool!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
915
posted on
05/28/2024 11:16:30 AM PDT
by
left that other site
(For what is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed ...to be brought out. Mk 4:22)
To: luvie
It’s a great nap day here...thunderstorms rolling through. Been raining every couple of days here.
☔️
To: TheConservativeParty
The rain sounds really nice. It’s like a lullaby.
917
posted on
05/28/2024 5:04:28 PM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
Happy Warm and Fuzzy ...and Bloom-y... Wednesday! |
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918
posted on
05/29/2024 11:57:08 AM PDT
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; ...
Summertime...
And The Livin' Is Easy On My Deck!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
919
posted on
05/29/2024 3:27:29 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(For what is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed ...to be brought out. Mk 4:22)
To: luvie
I have been pretty damn sick for days,
stayed on the couch sleeping foe the entire holiday weekend.
I was able to talk to my specialty doctor Tuesday morning
he sent me two scripts and my wife picked them up.
Strong medicine but we both knew exactly what I needed.
After two days of doses I’m back my computer
920
posted on
05/29/2024 7:11:41 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Dear Jesus, please help me to follow Your example and extend kindness when I’ve been wronged)
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