Howdy, NightOwls and lauren!
Great Road Trip to Luke AFB.
Alaska has a lot to offer!
Posted on 12/11/2023 6:00:01 PM PST by laurenmarlowe
Good evening, Pro...weather behaving itself?
We are trying to snow again. About an inch for the whole day so far on my deck
This is an awesome video that veterans will enjoy!!
The Rifle: Stories From the Last WWII Veterans | History Traveler Episode 324
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sM12FtYbJ2Q
When Andrew Biggio returned home from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, he started to learn the story of his namesake uncle who had been killed in WWII. The letters of his uncle compelled him to go get an M1 Garand that would go on to become the object that hundreds of other WWII veterans would tell their story through. In this episode, we’re paying a visit to Andrew Biggio, who went on to write “The Rifle” and “The Rifle 2”, to learn a little bit more behind the story of a unique M1 Garand.
Hi Kathy, weather is cold & wet which is typical and no snow on the horizon, although we do usually have a white Christmas.
Hope you had another nice day so the kitties could enjoy being out and about.
Cooler today here than yesterday so I stayed put. LOL
Psssst. We're out of the frozen tundra this week. Luke AFB is in Arizona, not Alaska. :-)
Bible in a Year :
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
While at a water park with some friends, we attempted to navigate a floating obstacle course made of inflatable platforms. The bouncy, slippery platforms made walking straight almost impossible. As we wobbled our way across ramps, cliffs, and bridges, we found ourselves yelping as we fell unceremoniously into the water. After completing one course, my friend, completely exhausted, leaned on one of the “towers” to catch her breath. Almost immediately, it buckled under her weight, sending her hurtling into the water.
Unlike the flimsy towers at the water park, in Bible times, a tower was a stronghold for defense and protection. Judges 9:50–51 describes how the people of Thebez fled to “a strong tower” to hide from Abimelek’s attack on their city. In Proverbs 18:10, the writer used the image of a strong tower to describe who God is—the One who saves those who trust Him.
Sometimes, however, rather than lean on the strong tower of God when we're tired or beaten down, we seek other things for safety and support—a career, relationships, or physical comforts. We’re no different from the rich man who looked for strength in his wealth (v. 11). But just as the inflatable tower couldn’t support my friend, these things can’t give us what we really need. God—who’s all-powerful and in control of all situations—provides true comfort and security. .
Reflect & Pray
What “towers” do you lean on? How can you remind yourself to run to God, the strong tower?
Dear God, help me to run to You instead of turning to other things for comfort and security.
I’m out for the night. Have to get up in the morning for the Republican women’s Christmas party and if I don’t turn the computer off now, I’ll be up all night. Dawn at Gaza and this is when things crank up, which they are.
Have a good time hanging out with Steve. I know that’s where you are tonight. :-)
Catch ya tomorrow.
Ah geez! I just saw the A and my brain said Alaska. LOL! Ok..Arizona here we come!
it was a GORGEOUS day! Perfect temperature, no wind. The only downside is the sun. I’m longing for cloudy days. But won’t complain, because the sun isn’t as piercing as it was.
I don’t blame you for staying in when it’s that cool! You have the same temp right now as Anchorage. 🤣
Ok...Arizona has a lot to offer, too. Yeesh! LOL!
Great memories of Luke AFB!
Our first assignment... hubby worked as Admin. in the motor pool & was promoted Below the Zone & later awarded Airman of the Year. Our first son was born there. Will never forget the amazing night skies up at White Tanks & saving up to spend our anniversary at the Hilton (now Hyatt) in Phoenix, dining in the revolving top floor restaurant.
Yesterday at Comanche Lake:
How's everyone doing this morning?
Thanks!
Glad to hear it was a nice day, even though you want clouds. LOL Da kittehs appreciated the warm sunshine, I’m sure. A lot of mine are basking in it this morning, sitting in windowsills.
A pretty day here, though still a little cool this morning. It’ll be fairly comfy this afternoon though.
It’s sort of partly cloudy and breezy here today. Not cold, but feels cooler because of said wind. The kitties aren’t hanging out on the patio because of the wind.
Hope you enjoy your warmer day. We have about the same temp right now.
Poor kitties. They hate feeling something touching them that they can’t see. LOL At least it isn’t cold.
Very nice this afternoon when we left the Christmas party. Sunny with high, wispy clouds and mid 50s. No wind.
With the clear skies, we’ll have nights around freezing but warmish days all week. I can live with that. :-)
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