Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... January, 2010

January 1, 2010 | 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
your thoughts about any of the things on the *Menu*.

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the ever charming, lovable, huggable,
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Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[yorkie]

LOL, Starwise!!!

I'm going to JOIN you!

[onyx]

LOL ((((STARWISE))))
You’re so beautiful.
I knew where you were (part of the day...at Mass).I went early. See what going to sleep at a decent hour did for me?

Your turn for the piggie pic.
Nap sweetly. (((HUGS)))

[onyx]

((((jaycee)))))
Thank you. Jim’s a hottie, yes?

[onyx]

Sweet nap, ((((yorkie))))

[onyx]

May God Bless and forever hold dear, Rifleman Peter Aldridge, 4th Battalion, The Rifles, KIA Afghanistan 22JAN2010

[STARWISE]

What a great clock!! Is that real ??? Cheers !

[yorkie]

Well, it's real enuf for ME!

CHEERS to y'all!

[onyx]

They’re my favorite, whenever I treat myself to adult beverages. I like ‘em best in the hot sun.

[MEG33]

Goodnight Dear FRiends

I am turning in early
Thank you so much for coming by today with your comments, blessings,
poetry. music, tributes, graphics and fun.
Have a lovely evening
May God bless you with restful sleep and sweet dreams

[yorkie]

"I like 'em best in the hot sun."

Hot sun on a sandy beach would be nice.....

[yorkie]

Good night, Meg.
Thank you for giving us
Such a wonderful place to come, today.

May you have a sweet and peaceful rest, tonight.

[jaycee]

"Goodnight Meg and FRiends"
It was a lovely day!
After my game was over
I took a nap...LOL!

[Kitty Mittens]

Beautiful Poem, WayzataJOHNN. Thank you for the Blessing.

[Kitty Mittens]

Meg, your Lord's Day Post and Response Posts are So Wonderful!
Thank you for the Beautiful and Peaceful Place you Provide for us on Sundays.

Thank you to Everyone for the Lovely Pics, Songs, and Poetry.
(((((((Goodnight, and God Bless)))))))

[Seadog Bytes]

Just Beautiful.

[Seadog Bytes]

[Seadog Bytes]

LOL!

[The Mayor]

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January 25, 2010

Deadly Sins

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READ: John 16:17-24

You now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you. —John 16:22

You may be familiar with the list of seven deadly sins that was formulated during the sixth century: lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, vengeance, envy, and pride. But you may not know that the original list compiled during the fourth century also included the sin of sadness. Over the years, that emotion was omitted from the inventory.

Some people are blessed with a cheerful disposition. They always seem to be happy. They wear a perpetual smile almost as if they were advertising toothpaste. But then there are others who seem to be chronically sad. They continually complain about life and its burdens. And who can deny that afflictions are discouraging?

While we acknowledge that not everybody is blessed with a bright outlook on life, we need to remember that joy is one of the gifts Jesus promised to His followers. And we need to resist any tendency to let sadness dominate our emotional lives.

Jesus promised His disciples on the night Judas betrayed Him, “Your joy no one will take from you” (John 16:22). Remember that joy is the fruit of the indwelling Holy Spirit (Gal. 5:22). Let’s ask the Lord to help us look beyond our sorrowful circumstances and encourage our hearts by the vision of joy that awaits us (Heb. 12:2).

You alone, Lord Jesus, can true joy impart,
For You know the sorrow of the human heart;
You came here from glory many hearts to win
And in love for sinners suffered once for sin. —Anon.

Joy is a fruit of the Spirit that’s always in season.

Bible in One Year: Exodus 12-13; Matthew 16

[WayzataJOHNN]

BREAKFAST

EGGS,(Your way)
BACON (thick and smoky maple)
HASHBROWNS (golden brown, with fried onions if you like, and served with a pat of butter on the top)
PORKCHOPS (Center-cut, Cajun spiced (if you like) and lightly seared to lock in flavor)
SAUSAGES (Pan fried and served hot)
TOAST (six different flavors, with whipped butter and preserves)
CEREAL (Hot and cold, whole milk and sliced bananas on request)
COFFEE, TEA, JUICES

Mid-Morning Snack
-Steak and Cheese Wrap with fresh lettuce, tomatoes and onions served with a sharp Ranch Dressing
-Fresh fruit assortment
-Apple Honey with 7-up Cooler

No guilt, No calories, No waiting!

[WayzataJOHNN]

Awake to the gift of Day
and set your sights high
See the world anew I say
and let Him draw nigh

Boldly take what He gives free
in humble gratitude today
Sharing the gift with all we see
in His honor as we may

AMEN