Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... November, 2009

November 1, 2009 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie

[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
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Never Forget!





Bad Penny



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the ever charming, lovable, huggable,
LouieWolf




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[Billie]

This one is SOOOOOO pretty - he sings part of it in Spanish and it's wonderful!

Before the Next Teardrop Falls ~ Freddy Fender

[luvie]

Ooooo....when does it start?

[Billie]

DWTS - ABC 8 PM tonight. :) Also Susan Boyle is singing!

[luvie]

Thanks, Billie! Buble is one of my favorite singers!

[Kitty Mittens]

Hi, Dear Pippin! I Never Knew Radio Astronomer, but Hopefully Someone Else Knew him and can Help.

(((((Hugs)))))

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you for your Sweet Goodnight Post to me Last Night, Dear Yorkie! The Graphic is So Pretty!

[Kitty Mittens]

Well check that out!!!
A Beautiful purple banner with my name on it!!

So cleaver and sweet of you Kitty Mittens.
Thank you for the well wishes.

Polly

You are Most Welcome, Dear Polly! I'm Blessed that you Like it.
Hugs!

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you, Dear Meg!

(((((Hugs)))))!

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you for the Links you Posted, Dear Billie! It will be Fun Listening to them.

Thank you to Everyone for the Pings, Links, and Posts!

[dixie sass]

I love her voice. She can make you cry rivers listening to it. Did you listen to “I don’t know how to love you” from Jesus Christ Superstar - wow!!!!

[yorkie]

Awwww, Kitty Mittens, thank you! You deserve the best graphics I can find! You are always so sweet to EVERYONE - and you are so appreciated by ALL!

[Aquamarine]

They both gave good performances but I think Susan’s was the best.

[Billie]

Thanks, Kitty. Enjoy - here's one more - can't forget Roy Orbison. :)

Crying ~ Roy Orbison

[Billie]

I loved hers, Aqua. Buble’s got a very nice voice though. :)

[Billie]

I didn't get a chance to listen to Susan singing "I Don't Know How to Love You" today, but definitely will go back tomorrow and listen to it. Just stumbled on her "Cry Me A River" - my "tears/crying songs" search gave me Justin Timberlake singing it. I'm not a Timberlake fan, so I searched YouTube for the name of the song only and when I saw she sang it, hers was the only one I cared to listen to. :) Last tears/crying song I saved for today is this one, and I have to say goodnight. :)

Who's Crying Now ~ Journey

[Kitty Mittens]

Awwww, Kitty Mittens, thank you! You deserve the best graphics I can find! You are always so sweet to EVERYONE - and you are so appreciated by ALL!

Thank you, Sweet Yorkie! I Feel the Same about you, 100%.
(((((Many Hugs)))))!

Billie, Thank you for the 2 New Song Links!
My Favorites of All the Links are the 2 of Elvis;
His Gospel Songs are Wonderful.

(((((Goodnight to All FRiends)))))
Our Lord Grant us All a Peaceful and Restful Night.

[The Mayor]

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November 11, 2009

Humble Valor

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READ: Philippians 2:19-30

Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness, and hold such men in esteem. —Philippians 2:29

A report by the Chicago Tribune said: “Scores of Americans, from clergymen to lawyers to CEOs, are claiming medals of valor they never earned.” Fabrication of war records and bogus claims of bravery are more widespread than imagined. One man, who falsely claimed a Navy Cross, later felt shame and said that real heroes rarely talk about what they’ve done.

Heroism is marked by an unselfish risking of life for the benefit of another. In Philippians, Paul commends two of his colleagues as true heroes of the faith. Timothy’s unselfishness and proven character gained Paul’s praise as a true son who had served with him in the gospel (2:22). And Paul described Epaphroditus as “my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier” (v.25) who risked his life for the work of Christ (v.30).

Paul told the believers in Philippi to “hold such men in esteem” (v.29). Honoring fellow believers for their unselfish service to God is a biblical mandate. It is not hero worship, but an attitude of respect for a life well lived.

Through a word of encouragement or a tangible expression of appreciation, who can you honor today for their humble valor in serving the Lord and helping others in His name?

Heaven’s heroes never carve their name
On marbled columns built for earthly fame;
They build instead a legacy that springs
From faithful service to the King of kings. —Gustafson

Faith in Christ can make extraordinary heroes out of ordinary people.

Bible in One Year: Jeremiah 50; Hebrews 8

[pollywog]

Good Morning Mayor!
Thank you for starting our day here at Amy’s with God’s Word.

May God Bless our Veteran’s this day!!!

[MEG33]

Good Morning Everyone

~America~
Land Of The Free


Because Of The Brave

*THANK YOU SO MUCH*

[JustAmy]

November 11, 2009 ~ Veterans Day

In 1921, an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and the city of Washington, became the focal point of reverence for America's veterans.

Similar ceremonies occurred earlier in England and France, where an unknown soldier was buried in each nation's highest place of honor (in England, Westminster Abbey; in France, the Arc de Triomphe). These memorial gestures all took place on November 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I fighting at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month). The day became known as "Armistice Day".

Armistice Day officially received its name in America in 1926 through a Congressional resolution. It became a national holidiay 12 years later by similar Congressional action. If the idealistic hope had been realized that World War I was "the War to end all Wars," November 11 might still be called Armistice Day. But only a few years after the holiday was proclaimed, war broke out in Europe. Sixteen and one-half million Americans took part. Four hundred seven thousand of them died in service, more than 292,000 in battle.

Realizing that peace was equally preserved by veterans of WW II and Korea, Congress was requested to make this day an occasion to honor those who have served America in all wars. In 1954 President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day.

We as Americas owe much to the brave men and women who have fought to preserve our freedom, and though we are thankful every day for their sacrifice, two special days have been set aside to honor them each year:

• Memorial Day honors the American Military who have died in their service for the country.
  
  
• Veterans Day is to appreciate all who have served their country, both alive and dead.

A law passed in 1968 changed the national commemoration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. It soon became apparent, however, that November 11 was a date of historic significance to many Americans. Therefore, in 1978 Congress returned the observance to its traditional date.

Every year the President of the United States urges All Americans to honor the commitment of our Veterans through appropriate public ceremonies. The focal point for official, national ceremonies for Veterans Day continues to be the memorial amphitheater built around the Tomb of the Unknowns. At 11 a.m. on November 11, a combined color guard representing all military services executes "Present Arms" at the tomb. The nation's tribute to its war dead is symbolized by the laying of a presidential wreath. The bugler plays "Taps." The rest of the ceremony takes place in the amphitheater.

God Bless our veterans on this day and all others. We owe you our gratitude and our respect, for without you America would not be the strong and free country we know and love.

Originally posted by Billie on 11-11-08