Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... January, 2013

1-1-2013 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Meg33, Friends

[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,
LouieWolf




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[MEG33]

*HAPPY BIRTHDAY*
Dear Amy

*Have A Wonderful Day*

[Kitty Mittens]

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

[Kitty Mittens]

It's So Good to See you, Sweet Polly!

(((((Hugs and New Years Blessings!)))))

[Kitty Mittens]

(((((Thank you for the Pings and Posts!)))))

[JustAmy]

Mayor, thank you for continuing to be here everyday with ODB. You are appreciated.

MamaBear, Thank you for the beautiful BD card. Thank you for spending time at Amy's.

Polly, Marissa keeps me on the run. When I find an hour for me, I usually spend the time relaxing with a book.
Thank you for the lovely BD wishes.

TCP. Thank you for the birthday wishes. I love Amy's Place but can't spend much time here.

Lonestar, Hmmm ... I think I am 525 in dog years ..... No wonder I get so tired. :~)
Thank you for the birthday wishes.

Meg, Your birthday graphic is soo pretty. Thank you for the happy BD wishes.
Thank you for being here; you are appreciated.

Kitty. That rose bouquet is lovely. Thank you for it and the birthday wishes.

All, Happy New Year! I enjoy seeing my friends here.
I miss you all and look forward to being able to spend more time with you soon.

[pollywog]

AHhhhhhhhhh thank you Kitty Mittens!

I so miss when I don’t walk Amy’s Lane....

HUGS!!!!

[Diver Dave]

Thank you for those birthday messages.

[Diver Dave]

Here’s a late night Birthday greeting for you Amy.

Happy Birthday Amy!!!

[MEG33]

Your thank you is gorgeous.
*HUGS*

[The Mayor]

Over the top.

[The Mayor]

Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list

Help Yourself
January 4, 2013

Recently, I saw a television ad for a restaurant chain that made a dramatic claim. At those restaurants, the ad said you could “Help Yourself to Happiness.” Wouldn’t it be nice if a helping of potatoes or meat or pasta or dessert would be all that was needed to provide happiness? Unfortunately, no restaurant can fulfill that promise.

Happiness is an elusive thing—as we can see in almost every area of life. Our pursuit of happiness may involve food or a host of other things, but, in the end, happiness continues to escape our grasp.

Why? In large measure it’s because the things we tend to pursue do not touch the deepest needs of our hearts. Our pursuits may provide moments of enjoyment, distraction, or pleasure, but the cry of our hearts goes unheard—the cry for help and hope. That is why the psalmist points us to a better way when he says, “Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God” (Ps. 146:5).

Help yourself? Yes—if we are seeking the happiness found in the Lord. It is only when we entrust ourselves to God and His care that we can find the happiness we seek. Our hope and help are found only in trusting Him.

Father, draw me to Yourself. Remind me that only
in You will I know the real joy and satisfaction that
my heart longs for. Help me to look beyond the
surface things of life to what really matters.

The one who puts God first will have happiness that lasts.

Read: Psalm 146

Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God. —Psalm 146:5

Bible in a Year:
Genesis 10-12; Matthew 4

[MEG33]

Fireman

Happy Friday To Amy's Place
Wear Red To Show Support For Our Troops

[left that other site]

Good Morning, Meg!

(((HUGS)))

[MEG33]

Good morning, ML
(((HUGS)))

[JustAmy]

An early good morning, DD.
Thank you for the birthday wishes.

Hope you had a wonderful birthday .... sorry that I'm so late.
How are you doing? I've been praying that all is well with you.

[jaycee]

Oh my, it couldn’t be more gorgeous than that rose. The frame is outstanding, Meg.

I’m doing my check writing today....love to get that over for the month! (but I don’t like doing it!)

[geologist]

Food is good and necessary but very momentary.

The most important question in life is ... do you know the Lord?

First we must believe there is a God. We must believe Jesus came to be our Savior, Redeemer. There is no other way to be forgiven for our abominable sins than accepting the gift of salvation, through the Lord Jesus Christ. Evidenced by a changed life. Looking to an Eternal life!

[JustAmy]

January 4, 2013

Graphic by Billie

Happy Friday, Friends.

[left that other site]

“nobody does it better”

INDEED!

[jaycee]

So adorable, Amy!