A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....Warm Fuzzy Wednesday

January 10, 2007 | billie

[DollyCali]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day was introduced on June 24, 2002. It's only a small room in JimRob's house where we can get to know one another a little better; salute and support our military and our leaders; pray for those in need; and congratulate those deserving. We strive to keep our threads entertaining, fun, and pleasing to look at, and often have guest writers contribute an essay, or a profile of another FReeper.

On Mondays please visit us to see photos of A FEW OF FR'S VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY

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We're having fun and hope you are!
~ Billie, Dutchess, DollyCali, GodBlessUSA, Aquamarine~

Welcome to Warm Fuzzy Wednesday at the Finest. For those who start counting the days on Monday until the weekend, we're halfway there! So we're here to banish those doldrums and make you smile inside! Please feel free to post sweet graphics and/or little stories that make you feel all warm and fuzzy - or just come by and give us a smile. Only two more days 'til the weekend!

1-09-07 ~ Hall of Fame #18

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 1-08-07 Military Monday 01-09-07 Hall of Fame #18

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

[DollyCali]

[DollyCali]

[lonestar]

I love "The Finest" because where else can the Queen of Rainbow Bridge opine? I love my FR aunts and uncles!

Weinie

[DollyCali]

How is my Oliver doing? sure miss him. Give him a hug for me?

[ConorMacNessa]

Happy warm and fuzzy Wednesday, Dolly! Posting from a remote office so no graphics. Hope to chat with you later.

[DollyCali]

Thinking of you! Hope all is going VERY WELL.
In case you check pings today!

[DollyCali]

yes, read about your "remote job".. bummer on work. Cuts into FReeping for sure!

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi Dolly :)

[DollyCali]

Morning! saw that GeeBee is a real FReeper.. wonder if Gracie is also?

How is unpacking/settling in going?

[The Mayor]

January 10, 2007

“I’m With Him”

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READ: Luke 23:32-43

Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise. —Luke 23:43

On my husband’s T-shirt is a cartoon of a sheep walking on two legs and addressing a wolf who is barring the sheep’s passage through a gate.

Standing by the sheep is a familiar-looking man. He has a beard, compassionate eyes, and a look of authority. The sheep speaks to the wolf as he gestures toward the man and says, “I’m with Him.” The sheep’s trust in his Shepherd gives him great confidence.

On the day Jesus died, three crosses were raised. Jesus hung on the center one between two criminals. One of the men mocked Jesus, but the other said to Him, “Remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” And Jesus answered, “Today you will be with Me in Paradise” (Luke 23:42-43).

Imagine the man’s thoughts as he took his last breath. He had paid a horrible penalty for his crimes. But now, because he put his faith in Jesus, he was welcomed into heaven as a child of God. Perhaps he said with confidence, “I know I don’t deserve to be here, but I’m with Him!” gesturing toward Jesus. And Jesus would have confirmed it: “He’s with Me.”

Like the thief on the cross, we all face a choice. Have you made the decision to trust Jesus? Can you say with confidence, “I’m with Him”?

We are with Him and He with us;
Great confidence this gives
To face life’s trials and even death
Because our Savior lives.  —D. De Haan

Facing death with confidence comes from trusting Christ.

Bible in One Year:   Genesis 25-26; Matthew 8:1-17

[lonestar]

Oliver is doing great as are all the Finest FReepets.

I have everybody working on red hearts and chocolate candy. Valentine's day is one of my favorites. Not that I'm self-serving or anything!

[DollyCali]

My Cali, some of you know, was dropped off as a young (under week) old kitten on my doorstep in 1988,

She is the Cali in my name, no not from California, although with a couple inches of snow NOW on the ground & more falling, wish I were living in Calif

She is not doing well. For the past few months mobility was a bit more difficult. I noted her not as balanced & fell now & then. Past few days she seems to have lost use of her hips. Not sure if she has had a stroke. I had one cat years ago that had these symptoms but he was hit by a car. Perhaps one of the dogs in a run thru house stepped on her back?

She pulls herself around like a marine. Still sleeps with me & is on my lap ANYTIME I am at computer, but now I pick her up. She is eating well & taking liquid & grooming so I will be her legs for now

She is well over 18 years old & entitled to old lady symptoms. She has been my warm fuzzy for many years & has traveled with me extensively, gone to beach, hikes, boating, over the years.

I know that I can count on my FReeper Pet Lovin' buddies to keep us in your prayers

[GodBlessUSA]

LOL :)

How are you today Dolly? It's freezing out. Reality for me, it truly is winter ;) Unpacking is going very slow.

[GodBlessUSA]

I hope Cali feels better. You both are in my prayers.

[lonestar]

You know that I'll take good care of Cali when the time comes. She's lucky to have you--and she knows it!

Weinie

[lonestar]

You look a lot like a puppy.

Weinie

[DollyCali]

Some WONDERFUL warm fuzzies HERE

[GodBlessUSA]

Thank You. I really enjoyed this.
That sure is warm and fuzzy :)

[lonestar]

I love those deer pictures!

Weinie

[Billie]

Beautiful pledge photo! What a gorgeous German Shepard that is! Is that a medal of honor he's wearing?