[Kathy in Alaska]

A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

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A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

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[bmwcyle]

I spent time there.

[puppypusher]

Hi! Lauren. Thanks for covering the Constitution state tonight.

[The Mayor]

February 12, 2008

Dwell With Understanding

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READ: Ephesians 5:25-33

Husbands . . . dwell with [your wives] with understanding . . . that your prayers may not be hindered. —1 Peter 3:7

My wife, Marlene, and I have been married for some 30 years, and have learned to appreciate each other and enjoy each other’s unique qualities. But even after all these years she still surprises me from time to time. Recently, she reacted to a news report in a way that was opposite to what I expected. I told her, “Wow, that shocks me. I never would have thought you would land there on this issue.” Her response? “Your job is to figure me out, and my job is to keep you guessing!” The responsibility to understand your spouse is what keeps married life interesting and stretching.

This is an ancient challenge. Peter wrote: “Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered” (1 Peter 3:7). He saw it as a priority for the husband to become a student of his wife—to know and understand her. Without that commitment to understanding his spouse, a husband is not capable of doing what comes next—honoring her.

As a husband, if I am to love my wife as Christ loves the church (Eph. 5:25), it will begin with the intentional effort to grow in my understanding of her.

FOR FURTHER STUDY
For practical biblical advice on how to improve your marriage, check out Building Blocks To A Strong Marriage at www.discoveryseries.org/q0801 

Marriage thrives in a climate of love and respect.

Bible in One Year:  Exodus 39–40; Proverbs 15:12-21

[SandRat]

SUBMARINE AIRCRAFT CARRIERS: THE FUTURE FOR THE U.S. NAVY IN THE 21st CENTURY

[RedRover]

Ahoy, shippy!

[gpapa]

This Day in U.S. Military History February 12

1809 - Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the US, was born in Hardin County (present-day Larue County), Kentucky

Lincoln was president of the United States during one of the most turbulent times in American history. Although roundly criticized during his own time, he is recognized as one of history's greatest figures who preserved the Union during the Civil War and proved that democracy could be a lasting form of government. Lincoln entered national politics as a Whig congressman from Illinois, but he lost his seat after one term due to his unpopular position on the Mexican War and the extension of slavery into the territories. The 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates for the Senate gave him a national reputation. In 1860, Lincoln became the first president elected from the new Republican Party. Abraham Lincoln was fatally shot by John Wilkes Booth at Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C., on April 14, 1865. In 1996 a new biography of Abraham Lincoln by David Donald was published.

Abraham Lincoln Inauguration - March 4, 1861

[HopeandGlory]

Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

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Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God

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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

Prayers going up.

[luvie]

Great thread, Lauren! (((hugs)))

I didn’t know anything about this sub base. Thanks for your hard work!

Not having any Navy guys in my family, I hardly ever
hear about what goes on in that branch of the service.

[BIGLOOK]

Aloha Lauren!

This is a wonderful thread.....time for a ping to some friends to liven up the conversation.

Bubblehead ping.......

[tacticalogic]

Sounds like a fun trip. Wish I could go, Tac Jr. is at NNPTC in Goose Creek.

[mylife]

Freedom Patrol

[MeekMom]

Beautifully worded thread Lauren!
(((hugs)))

[SmithL]

Do you know the difference between a fairy tale and a sea story?

A fairy tale always begins with “Once upon a time” and

a sea story always starts with “Now, this is a no-s#!%%er” (NTINS).

[fortunecookie]

It sounds wonderful! Is the trip for the 12th? I wish I could make it!

[KeyLargo]

Will Bush sell those to the Chinese?

[MoochPooch]

Hi, Lauren, Kathy.

The military never ceases to amaze me.

[beachn4fun]

Good morning, Everyone.
Good morning to our AWESOME military, our allies, and their families

Thank you, Lauren, for preparing the Canteen for today’s activities. Welcome back.

DC Metroland weather report
~ Today.....A light wintry mix this morning will transition to mainly rain showers for the afternoon. High 39F. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precip 70%.
~ Tonight.... Rain early...then remaining cloudy with showers overnight. Low 36F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall near a half an inch.
(beachy note: we're a whole 10 degrees warmer than yesterday morning. Woke up to 27 this morning...come on Spring!!!)

I apologize for disappearing, yesterday. I got caught up on reconciling accounts so that they are ready for today. Today should be much slower. (keeping fingers crossed). But, if I have to take off to do more stuff, rest assured I'll be here tonight cause I will be posting the Wed.thread.

Time for me to make my rounds. But, you stay right where you are. Don't touch that dial. Don't change that channel. Put down that remote. Don't leave the room. Keep your eyes on your monitor. Cause...............I'll be bock!

Now remember, the Canteen is

So, come on in and sit for a while. There's always plenty of coffee, pancakes, conversation, silliness, and plain old BS

REMEMBER THEM

DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT

Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above Honoring those who have served before.

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi Lauren :)
Thanks for the road trip to New London!
Hugs!

[Sub-Driver]

Spent a lot time there. sub school and then on the Archerfish SSN678. The winters sucked!