Freeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel Thread ~ NEVER ENOUGH TIME ~ July 20, 2008

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[Brad’s Gramma]

 

 

 

 

 

NEVER ENOUGH TIME

While I have only been an occasional visitor to Washington, I was struck by one scene so strongly that it remains as somewhat of a reference. My first view "up close and personal" of the Pentagon was neither awe-inspiring nor intimidating. To be sure, I was impressed with the size of the building, but that was about it. What came upon me, and has stayed with me, is the image of an ant farm. An enormous one, surely, but an ant farm nonetheless.

So may passageways with so many ants constantly traveling them. Seeming endless streams of countless ants going and coming through the entrances. Since this view came on a grey, cold March morning, with barren trees and lingering winter, it seemed all the more depressing. I vowed then never to become one of those ants. I would not let myself be lost as one of the faceless, powerless, unknown minions of the "head ant" in the great farm. Not to mention the echo in my mind, that which is often considered a sarcastic oxymoron: "I'm from Washington, and I'm here to help."

Yet something else echoes in my mind. From the Christian Scriptures, the words of the Apostle Paul to the people of Colossae, chapter 4, verse 23: "Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord . . ." For it is then I remember that no matter how small or insignificant my work may seem to me or even to others, I am powerful and effective. My faith reminds me that I am known and loved by my God. More than that, as I do the work, I allow His love to flow through me. And then the work, the worker, and the workplace are transformed into something sacred and beautiful because God is there. No longer dark, dreary, and cold, but bright, cheerful, and warm is the workplace because God's work is being done. No longer nameless, faceless, and powerless, but known, loved, and empowered is the worker doing God's work. The work itself then, too, is transformed into an opportunity to share God's love and joy with others as we struggle to bring peace to His world.

CDR Brian Simpson, CHC, USN

 

[Kathy in Alaska]

You guys are really getting the RAIN! I take it the monsoon season has arrived?

[SandRat]

With a vengeance.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Troops, for your service to our country.

Josh Groban ~ You Raise Me Up

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome Troops, Veterans, Families, and Allies!
God Bless You and Keep You Safe.

His Eye Is On The Sparrow

His Boundless Love

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome Troops, Veterans, Families, and Allies!
God Bless You and Keep You Safe.

A Poor Wayfaring Stranger

Shout To The Lord

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome Troops, Veterans, Families, and Allies!
God Bless You and Keep You Safe.

I Love To Tell The Story

Rockin' On the Waves

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Pusterfuss]

Good Sunday morning Kathy. (64)

[E.G.C.]

((HUGS))Good morning, Kathy. How's it going?

A very pleasant good morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

[E.G.C.]

BTTT

[E.G.C.]

BTTT

[E.G.C.]

BTTT

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Sunday morning, Pusterfuss...((HUGS))...52 here. Did The Boss get a new car?

[Pusterfuss]

Did The Boss get a new car?

2005 Subaru Outback, L.L. Bean edition.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Like this? Color?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome Troops, Veterans, Families, and Allies!
God Bless You and Keep You Safe.

There Is Sunshine In My Soul

When They Ring Those Golden Bells

[Pusterfuss]

That’s it! Atlantic blue with taupe leather interior.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome Troops, Veterans, Families, and Allies!
God Bless You and Keep You Safe.

Battle Hymn of The Republic

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

[Kathy in Alaska]

LOL! I just picked the best view. I like it!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Lord’s Day, E...((HUGS))...hope your getting ready for house guests went well and you have a nice Sunday.