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. : )

[oldteen]

Great graphic, jaycee.

[MEG33]

Thank you, teenie.

The Back behaves best when I am in bed, feet up...I did a bit of shopping at the grocery store yesterday and that always makes it mad.

[jaycee]

Thank you, yorkie!

I went out today because we had a pretty day for a change. I didn’t stay too long as I got too tired. I brought some lunch home and then took a Monday nap.

[oldteen]

So precious, M.

t-pammy is smiling! :)

[jaycee]

Thank you, teenie!

I hope you’re doing well. ((((HUGS))))

[MEG33]

*We Honor All Who Serve And Have Served*

*Happy Military Monday To Amy's Place*

[MEG33]

;o)
I’ve had that painting forever and do not recall ever posting it..Guess I was saving it for t-pammy!

[jaycee]

Happy Heavenly Birthday
Dear T-Pammy!

[MEG33]

Just beautiful!

[luvie]

My Vet hubby
My Air Force son
and ALL our brave troops!

[yorkie]

She would have loved that graphic, Meg.

It’s been a day of sweet and happy memories. We are all so blessed to have friends - some for but a moment - others for a lifetime.

Cherish the moments - they are so precious! ((((HUGS))))

[yorkie]

It is overcast here, and thundering, raining, and some of those tiny ‘styrofoam’ snow flakes are starting to stick - it’s 40 and windy. No a day I would want to go out. :)

[yorkie]

What a sweet picture, JC!

Of course we all know there is no mention of celebrating birthdays in Heaven, in the Word - but it is something we find a bit of comfort in, as we ‘remember’.

Hope that nap was refreshing! ((((HUGS))))

[jaycee]

Thank you, Meg, and I saw your little sweet girl.

[ConorMacNessa]

GOOD MILITARY MONDAY TO AMY’S PLACE!
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The Soldier’s Code
1) I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

2) I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.

3) If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

4) If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.

5) When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am bound to give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies, or harmful to their cause.

6) I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, August, 1955.

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[jaycee]

I agree that most of the things we do after we lose a dearly beloved one, are comforting to us to do those things, like putting pretty flowers at the graveside. It offers peace to those of us left behind. I know you’ve had good memories of the past today. I certainly hope you did. You lost two loving friends and have so many sweet memories (even though tears fall easily.) Its good for the soul, too.

Thoughts and Prayers are with you, my dear FRiend.

[MEG33]

(((HUGS))) Thank you, yorkie. Indeed we are.
I cherish the knowing pammie here ..Thank you for bringing her to Amy’s Place.

[Diver Dave]

Amen yorkie. Happy Birthday in Heaven tiapam.

[goat granny]

Hi JC this one is beautiful and got sent to all my kids...have a great day.....GG

[The Mayor]

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Red Tape
January 29, 2013

The expression “red tape” describes the annoying way that bureaucracy prevents things from getting done. Originally, the phrase referred to the common practice of binding official documents with red ribbon. In the early 1800s, the term was popularized by the writings of Scottish historian Thomas Carlyle, who was protesting governmental foot-dragging. Following the American Civil War, the problem of “red tape” resurfaced as war veterans struggled to receive their benefits. The term denotes frustration and disappointment because of the burdensome hurdles it erects to accomplishing goals.

Bureaucratic red tape is almost legendary, but there is one place in the universe where it’s never an issue—the throne of God. In Romans 5:2, Paul speaks of Christ, “through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand.” When our hearts are broken or our lives are troubled, there is no red tape hindering our access to God. Jesus Christ has paved the way so that we can have access to enter boldly into the presence of the King of heaven (Heb. 4:16).

Remember, when your heart is hurting, you don’t have to cut through a lot of red tape to present your needs to God. Through Christ, we have full and immediate access.

Thank You, Father, that access to Your throne
has been secured for us by Jesus Christ. We
know that You will not ignore us. Thank You for
the confidence we can have that You care.

God’s throne is always accessible to His children.

Read: Romans 5:1-8

Through [Jesus] also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. —Romans 5:2

Bible in a Year:
Exodus 21-22; Matthew 19