Amy's Place .. Poetry and Potpourri .. December 29-30, 2004

12-29-04 | JustAmy, St.Louie1, MamaBear, Billie

[Jen]

Great! I'm glad you were able to find the right poem.

[Jen]

How is Beanz doing?

[Jen]

Hope your dental appointment went well Amy. I hate going to the dentist. I have a very small mouth and TMJ - so I am not an easy patient. And my dentist has huge hands! Ugh! My former dentist was a woman who specialized in pediatric dentistry so she was skilled at working in cramped spaces, but I had to change after we moved to Georgia. I had some cosmetic work done before Missy's wedding and I thought it would never be finished! Now, thankfully, it's just regular checkups and cleanings for me.

[The Mayor]

December 30, 2004

Do Angels Sleep?

Read: Deut. 30:11-14

The word is very near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it. —Deuteronomy 30:14

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

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A friend of mine has a 5-year-old daughter who is on her way to becoming a theologian. One day she asked her father, "Do angels sleep?" After pondering the theological dimensions of her question, he answered, "Yes, I think they might." His daughter moved in with a follow-up question, "Well, then, how do they get their pajamas on over their wings?"

We may be more like that little girl than we think. We never seem to outgrow asking interesting questions that do not need to be answered. It's healthy to be inquisitive, but it isn't healthy to obsess over matters that don't really matter. Such questions may sidetrack us from our faith.

What we need to know about God and His will for us is clearly spelled out in Scripture. The words He spoke through Moses to His people are true for us today. "For this commandment which I command you today is not too mysterious for you, nor is it far off. . . . But the word is very near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it" (Deuteronomy 30:11,14).

The Bible isn't a riddle; it's a revelation. It tells us all we need to know to be all that God wants us to be in every situation in life. —Haddon Robinson

God's Word reveals what we should know
To live for Him each day;
His principles we must commit
To study and obey. —Sper

The Bible is as wise in what it leaves unsaid as in what it says.

[acad1228]

Good morning!

Thanks again for finding that poem.

I had most of it in my memory but was lost on some of the finer points.

[Jen]

Hey FRiends! It's a great day for a celebration at Amy's Place. Hope y'all will pop in to say hello. I gotta package stuff to send to two people and go to the post office -- that's the highlight of my day. Hope yours is more exciting.

[SAMWolf]

So, is The Day Before New's Years Eve Day a Federal Hioliday?

[Jen]

Federal holiday? Nope. But maybe you could suggest it!

[tuliptree76]

Hi Jen! Thanks for posting today's celebration. That's the only holiday I could find for today. LOL!

[OESY]

Happy Day Before -- as 2005 prepares to take flight!

Wishing all a great New Year!

[OESY]

Flowers for all! Let's celebrate!

[tuliptree76]

Thank you, OESY! Happy Day Before!

[OESY]

I will leave this place,
and go somewhere
you are not known.
Days might pass,
without hearing your name.

My time has never been my own
I have so much to do
and do again tomorrow
Between all of you
I am exhausted
I will take time off and go away.

-- Mary Dorcey

[tuliptree76]

That is a pretty picture.

[Jen]

1. Maxine on "Driver Safety" - "I can't use the cell phone in the car. I have to keep my hands free for making gestures."

2. Maxine on "Life" - "Life is like an oven. It burns my buns."

3. Maxine on "Housework" - "I do my housework in the nude. It gives me an incentive to clean the mirrors as quickly as possible."

4. Maxine on "Lawn Care" - "The key to a nice-looking lawn is a good mower. I recommend one who is muscular and shirtless."

5. Maxine on "the Perfect Man" - "All I'm looking for is a guy who'll do what I want, when I want, for as long as I want, and then go away. Or wait nearby, like a Dust Buster, charged up and ready when needed."

6. Maxine on "Work" - "My performance at work has really improved over the years. Now I can nail a coworker with a paper-clip shot from a rubber band at 20 yards."

7. Maxine on "the Technology Revolution" - "My idea of rebooting is kicking somebody in the butt twice."

8. Maxine on "Aging" - "Take every birthday with a grain of salt This works much better if the salt accompanies a large margarita

[JustAmy]

12-30-04
Graphic by Billie

Secrets of a Glamour Queen

We’ll let you share our secrets. Please keep it to yourself.
The reason why we aren’t somewhere just sitting on a shelf.
We give a careful nurture, the image that we cast,
So that you cannot help to know, we are the highest classed.

If anyone should doubt us, why, the proof is clearly seen.
We’ve photographic evidence, of memories, yet green.
We can show up in person, if you must have the proof,.
But keep in mind, the last to ask, all seemed to just go “Poof!”

We don’t mind kissing frogs to find that fabled Prince or two,
But those who stay as frogs will find they end up in a stew.
If you’re into taking chances and don’t mind to travel far,
Then come by, dear, and set a spell, or just be “Hoppy” where you are.

NicknamedBob . . . . . . . . . . . June 21, 2004
© 2004

[JustAmy]

Thanks for opening the Place.

I've been fighting the flu and yesterday the flu won the first round.

[JustAmy]

Dentist appt wasn't too bad. I had a cavity so they had to remove a crown and replace it after taking care of the cavity.

Most of the time it is just cleaning but the hygienist found the cavity.

BTW ..... Fresno State Basketball team won last night 79-78. A very good game.

[dansangel]

Yep - that's me - "Glamour Queen" - NOT!

As I sit here in sweats and no make-up....LOL!

((((((Amy))))))))

[JustAmy]

"The Bible is as wise in what it leaves unsaid as in what it says."

Thank you, Mayor.

I hope you are having a terrific Thursday.

Happy New Year's Eve Eve!