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Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... January - December, 2024
JustAmy[creator], The Mayor, luvie, left that other site
Posted on 01/01/2024 3:15:48 PM PST by luvie
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'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! :)
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Amy's personal guardian ~ was the ever charming, lovable, huggable, LouieWolf - R.I.P.
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TOPICS: Chit/Chat; Miscellaneous; Poetry; The Poetry Branch
KEYWORDS: amysplace; friendship; january2024; poetry
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To: luvie
An icy, slushy mess. Yes.
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; luvie; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
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January 25
Strange Places
Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?
Esther 4:14 God, why is this happening? Is this really your plan for us?As a husband and a dad of young children, those questions and more swirled in my mind as I wrestled with a serious cancer diagnosis. What’s more, our family had just served with a missions team that had seen many children receive Jesus as their Savior. God had been bringing forth evident fruit. There was so much joy. And now this?
Esther likely poured out questions and prayers to God after she was plucked from a loving home and thrust into a strange new world (Esther 2:8). Her cousin Mordecai had raised her as his own daughter after she’d been orphaned (v. 7). But then she was placed in a king’s harem and eventually elevated to serve as his queen (v. 17). Mordecai was understandably concerned about what “was happening to” Esther (v. 11). But in time, the two realized that God had called her to be in a place of great power “for such a time as this” (4:14)—a place that allowed for her people to be saved from destruction (chs. 7–8).
It’s evident that God providentially placed Esther in a strange place as part of His perfect plan. He did the same with me. As I endured a lengthy battle with cancer, I was privileged to share my faith with many, many patients and caregivers. What strange place has He led you to? Trust Him. He’s good, and so are His plans (Romans 11:33–36).
Reflect & Pray
When has God led you to a strange place? Why can you trust in His perfect plans?
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posted on
01/25/2024 7:31:03 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; luvie; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
I apologize for missing yesterday’s Daily Bread. I woke up late feeling very sick and almost slept all day, feeling a bit better today.
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posted on
01/25/2024 7:35:18 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: The Mayor
Praying for your rapid recovery, Rus!
To: left that other site
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posted on
01/25/2024 8:07:36 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: The Mayor
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You were missed.
Hope you're completely well soon
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posted on
01/25/2024 10:44:08 AM PST
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: The Mayor
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posted on
01/25/2024 10:54:45 AM PST
by
Jim Robinson
(Resistance to tyranny is obedience to God.)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
![](https://images49.fotki.com/v1556/photos/2/292835/1813015/w6zc3QLyS1SSiMZGBGg_thumb_1439-vi.jpg) Happy Thankful Thursday! |
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posted on
01/25/2024 11:14:06 AM PST
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: MEG33; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; mylife; ...
Happy Thankful Thursday!
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I Am Thankful That The Ice Has Melted!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
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posted on
01/26/2024 11:27:38 AM PST
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luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: MEG33; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; mylife; ...
Happy Red Friday!
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Have A Beautiful Day!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; luvie; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
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January 27
Refreshing Words
Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land.
Proverbs 25:25Standing in the kitchen, my daughter exclaimed, “Mom, there’s a fly in the honey!” I quipped back with the familiar adage, “You will always catch more flies with honey than vinegar.” While this was the first time I’d (accidentally) caught a fly with honey, I found myself quoting this modern proverb because of its wisdom: kind requests are more likely to persuade others than a bitter attitude.
The book of Proverbs gives us a collection of wise proverbs and sayings inspired by God’s Spirit. These inspired sayings help to guide us and teach us important truths about how to live in ways that honor God. Many of the proverbs focus on interpersonal relationships, including the profound effect our words can have on others.
In a section of proverbs attributed to King Solomon, he warned against the harm caused by speaking falsely against a neighbor (Proverbs 25:18). He counseled that a “sly tongue” results in dreary relationships (v. 23). Solomon warned against the chilling effect of constantly using complaining words (v. 24). And the king encouraged readers that blessing comes when our words bring good news (v. 25).
As we seek to apply these truths, we have God’s Spirit who helps us give a “proper answer” (16:1). Empowered by Him, our words can be sweet and refreshing. .
Reflect & Pray
When have you seen the profound effect of words? How might the Spirit guide you to use refreshing words?
Heavenly Father, please help me to reflect Your compassion in my interactions by using gracious and kind words.
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posted on
01/27/2024 8:49:24 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: luvie
Love that song and that little girl.
Just played it 3 more times.
Thank you Linda!
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posted on
01/27/2024 9:18:12 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: The Mayor
I’m glad you enjoyed it! (((hugs)))
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posted on
01/27/2024 12:03:10 PM PST
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: JustAmy; The Mayor; left that other site; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; fish hawk; ...
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posted on
01/27/2024 12:21:18 PM PST
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luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: MEG33; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED; mylife; ...
Happy Saturday!
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Today Looks Like An Excellent Day For A Well-Deserved NAP! :-)
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
To: left that other site
Definitely in my plans for the day!
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posted on
01/27/2024 12:51:16 PM PST
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: left that other site; luvie; Kitty Mittens
Happy Caturday!
We are enjoying a warmer week in Wisconsin. Snow piles are getting lower as the rain comes down. Still plenty of snow, but if this keeps up for another week, the grass will be showing again.
Have a good night!
🌙✨🌟
To: TheConservativeParty
I hope you see the grass very soon! :)
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posted on
01/27/2024 7:06:29 PM PST
by
luvie
(🇺🇸The bravery/dedication of our troops keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American.🇺🇸)
To: luvie; TheConservativeParty; left that other site; The Mayor; All; everyone; FRiends
Thank you, Dear FRiends, for the Daily Pings & Posts.
(((((Love to Everyone, and God Bless)))))
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posted on
01/27/2024 8:35:12 PM PST
by
Kitty Mittens
(To God Be All Excellent Praise!)
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